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Trigger-Happy Brad Nailer

A brad nailer from Duo-Fast has a dual trigger safety mechanism that reportedly doesn't mar surfaces nor require users to push down on a workpiece to activate the safety mechanlsm.

Made with a l-114" plywood head, seat and sideboards plus 3/4" and l" insulated glass and silicone caulking throughout, the Fiberlux Garden Window has fully welded vinyl frames and sash with extruded caps, covers and trim.

It has double weatherstripping, multiJocking, easily accessible operating hardware and sloped/stepped sills.

The window comes with adjustable shelves and either a front-awning vent or side-mounted casements for controlled ventilation. Glazing options include low-E and gas-filled, and the frames come in three colors.

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Designed to prevent accidental discharging of nails, DBN-4052S nailers are actuated by pulling the upper trigger, enabling users to pull the lower trigger, thereby releasing a nail.

Weighing 2 lbs., it has a compact design for tight corners, see-through nail magazine and drives 18-gauge brad nails from 15 mm (5/8") to 40 mm (1-9l16").

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Heat-Wise Garden Window

A garden window with a sloped, insulated glass top light is available from Fiberlux. Inc.

Mighty Reciprocating Saw

A reciprocating saw from Bosch Power Tools reportedly has a more powerful motor than any other such saw on the market.

Designed with a two-speed orbital and l-ll4" stroke length, the 10.5amp reciprocating saw has a wrenchless blade clamp, enabling blades to be changed without the use of a hex kev.

obsolete rooftop units.

The self-contained Retro-Mate is designed to mount on top of the existing curb and ductwork, with the new rooftop unit installed on top of the retro-fit curb svstem.

A pivoting shoe facilitates plunge and pocket cuts and increases surface control.

The saw has all ball bearing construction, a molded rubber boot to protect operators from harmful conductive surfaces and a durable metal case.

Circle N0.403 on p.46

Rooftop Retrofitting

A ready-to-use retro-fit curb system from Thycurb replaces old and

Constructed of heavy duty AZ-55 galvalume material, it comes complete with l-112" 3-lb. insulation, transitions, baffles and structural supports that coordinate the new rooftop unit with the existing curb and ductwork.

Circle No, 404 on p. 46

Insulation ln A Gan

A permanently-sealing, minimal expanding polyurethane foam has been introduced bv Insta-Foam Products. Inc.

Designed to minimize condensation, reduce noise. control excess dust and pollen, and seal out pests, Great Stuff adheres to most surfaces including wood, metal, masonry, glass and most plastics and is compatiblewith poly- styrene and l'polyurethane

I foam insulation board. Its 360" dispensing feature makes foaming overhead or in hard-to-reach areas will not shrink and will retain its sealing properties permanently and provide an insulation value of R5.

One l2-oz. can yields about four gallons of cured foam.

Circle No. 405 on p. 46

Double-Locking Deadbolt

A double-locking deadbolt is available from Master Lock.

TwinBolt has a standard lock and deadbolt on the inside with a device to open both latches together with a single key from the outside.

Anti-Lime Shower Heads

An anti-lime system has been incorporated into Grohe's line of shower heads, hand showers and body sprays.

The Relexa Plus line uses a conical nozzle made of silimer that flexes when lightly wiped with a cloth or sponge, forcing lime scale to crumble away.

Made with rugged frame hooks that support the material handler's weight, fork pockets for lifting and lowering, tire pads that act as shock absorbers, and a heavy duty chain for securing the Piggy Back to a trailer, the Easy Hitch Mounting System is designed to minimize stress on the vehicle.

The hand showers have double wall construction to protect against hot water temperatures. The shower also has a streamlined, snap coupling that swivels 360" to eliminate twisting and kinking of the hose, and for interchangeability between hand showers.

It is designed with a fully adjustable chassis design that fits distances from 2-7/8" to 6" between the standard lock and deadbolt.

Circle N0.406 on p.46

Lofty Ladder Leveler

A ladder leveler from Level-ett, Inc. provides a level platform on slopes or steps.

Designed to attach to each ladder leg with four bolts, Level-ett has a recessed trigger to adust the height.

Circle No.408 on p.46

1-2-3, You're Out!

A line of insulated cutting, screwing and tightening tools from Facom have a special three-color alert system against electric shock.

The shower line has two new shower head styles: a ll2" threaded, screw-on type and a shower head and arm combination unit.

Heads and hand showers are available in four configurations that offer multiple spray options.

Circle No. 410 on p. 46

lmproved Waterproofer

An improved solvent-based waterproofer has been introduced by Thompson's.

When the tools' orange external covering is damaged, a green intermediary covering shows through. If the yellow internal covering shows, the tools must be replaced immediately.

The VSE 1000 volts line includes 280 different tools.

Circle No. 409 on p. 46

Piggy Back Mounting System

A mounting system designed to mount and dismount the Piggy Back Material Handler from a vehicle is new from Teledyne Specialty Equipment.

Thompson's Water Seal provides multi-surface waterproofing while enabling wood to gray naturally. It reportedly prevents warping, cracking, pitting and chipping caused by water damage and can be applied with a brush, roller or sprayer.

Circle No. 411 on p. 46 on any product in this section is avallable by circling the corresponding Reader Service number on page 46 and sending the form to The Merchant Magazine, either by FAX 714-8520231, by mail to 45OO Campus Dr., Ste. 48O, Newport Beach, Ca. 9266O, or just call us at(714) 852-1990.

Tough lnsulating Sheathing

A redesigned 3/8" insulating sheathing product is available from Amoco Foam Products Co.

Designed with a protective plastic coating over an extruded polystyrene composition, Amocor Plygood is resistant to moisture and can handle rough on-the-jobsite handling.

It comes in 4'x8' and 4'x9' sizes.

Circle No. 412 on p. 46

Enhanced Siding Colors

Three colors-shale gray, adobe clay and parchment-have been added to Nailite International's Perfection-Plus Cedar siding line.

Reportedly three times the thickness of conventional siding, Perfection-Plus Cedar can be applied over most construction surfaces. It comes with matching panels, starter strips, corner pieces, comer posts and J-channels.

Circle No. 413 on p. 46

Power Tool Accessories

A line of 22 box display assortments of power tool accessories is available from Arco Products Corp. Included are: wire wheels, cup brushes, grinding wheels, mounted points, flexible sanders, nylon wheels, masonry and metal cut-off wheels, rotary files for metal and wood, drywall bits and magnetic nut setters.

Circle No. 414 on p. 46

Portable Bench Tool Stand

A portable bench tool stand/work center from Iowa Manufacturing, Inc. supports any bench top power tool.

, Featuring two tool mounting clamps and two adjustable 12" steel riser supports, StableMate portable bench tool stand has locking legs for upright and folded positions. Made of 16-gauge weather-resistant galvanized steel, the 36" stand has non-skid, mar-resistant nylon feet.

Circle N0.415 on p.46

Airhead

A power tool and air mover is available from Tuthill Corp.

Capable of moving 300 cu. ft. of air per minute up to 30' away, the Coppus Power Plus provides powerful

Quolity Western Cedor Products

lx4 B()ARDS in 4, 5 ond 6'lengths

2x4 MllS in 8-]0'both rough ond surfoced

Cedor 4x4 P0STS in 4,5,6,7,8,9 ond l0'lengths cooling air, helps dry wet paint and carpeting and eliminates impurities in the air.

The 1l5-volt model weighs 8 lbs., stands ll-I12" high and is 8-3/4" wide. It is equipped with a 20', 14gauge, three-wire grounded cord; two l5-amp grounded receptacles; adjustable air direction; a built-in carrying handle; no-scratch rubber contact pads, and a 3"x1" stainless steel plate for engraving the owner's name.

Circle No. 416 on p. 46

On The Cutting Edge

A spiral saw from Rotozip Tool Corp. enables users to cut into a workpiece freehand.

TIMBER SIZER PRE-FABRICATION

Timbers

From cutting a wedge to pre-fab'd crane pads or mine shafts. Angle cut, cross cut, drilling, dapping-W'e'll do them all to customer specification.

Bracrrt International

Drawer 4779, Arcata, Ca. 95518-4779

707-826-9850

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Green & dry dimension lumber, timbers, glulams, panel products,

Fir entrance doors, slab doors, door hardware, locksets, fiberglass doors

Designed to cut through virtually any building material, the Spiracut has a removable base and depth guide, 3.6 amp electric motor that powers the saw at 30,000 rpm, convenient storage compartment, no fail bump off switch, shaft lock button for quick bit and collet changes, 10' rubber cord, radial fan to keep dust off the operator, and round base plate that provides a cutting guide and high-bit visibility.

Circle No.417 on p. 46

Basement Insulating Panels

An insulating panel for basement interiors is available from The Dow Chemical Co.

The 2"-thick, 2'x8' Styrofoam Wallmate panels, with an iirsulating R-value of 10, have slotted edges at 2' intervals. A l-112"-thick panel with an R-value of 7.5 is also available.

Wood nailing is placed in the slots and fasteners are used to secure the insulation and nailing strips to the basement wall.

The insulation can be applied over virtually any masonry substrate and no vapor retarder is required.

Circle No. 418 on p. 46

Slip-Resistant Vinyl Flooring

A 12" square, self-draining pvc vinyl floor tile from Tepromark International is designed as a safety and anti-fatigue matting for use in both wet and dry areas.

Featuring a unique surface tread with a special safety pattern, Gridlock has closely spaced ribs and T-shaped tabs.

Its pvc vinyl reportedly resists mildew and most acids, alkalis, greases and oils.

It comes in five colors.

Circle No. 419 on p.46

Variable Speed Jig Saw

A powerful variable speed jig saw from DeWalt Industrial Tools has a unique, tool-free blade clamp and shoe bevel.

Designed for use without wrenches or screwdrivers, the 5.8 amp model DW321K jig saw uses both T and universal shank blades, while the keyless shoe bevel pivots to 45' in ea6h direction and slides front to back.

It features 500-3,100 opm and ball & roller bearing construction.

It uses DeWalt's cobalt steel jig saw blades.

Circle No, 420 on p.46

Covering AllThe Angles

An angle iron from ADA vinyl division enables builders to brick across the tops of windows, doors and other brick openings.

Made of vinyl, Angle Iron Cover reportedly resists the effects ofweather and aging that cause painted or untreated angle irons to peel, flake and rust.

It comes in three colors with a brushed finish.

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The Treated Answer

Lumber, plywood, round stock stokes, poles, & pilings

Agency stomped, ground contoct fire retordont oressure-treoted wood products

NEW OFFICERS elected at the 34th annual National Hoo-Hoo-Ette convenlion: (left to right, lront row) 1st v.p. Eileen Anedondo, J.H. Baxter, Long Beach, Ca.; pres. Rita Jedrzynski, J.E. Higgins Lumber Co., Sacramento, Ca.; 2nd v.p. and director Linda McGinnis, Keller Lumber Co., Roseburg, Or.; sec. Carlene Pratt, Neely Nelson Lumber Co., Medlord, Or.; (back) director Bettie Tones, Roseburg, Or.; statislical sec. Cindy Josephson, Weaver Forest Products, White City, Or.; director Maroaret Bailev. Glendora, Ca.: treas. Lovev McCarthv, Mullin Lumber Co.,-Los Angelei, Ca. Also during the recenfconventioh in Folsom, Ca., hosted bv [he Sacramento chlpter, Dixie Tibbets, Medite Corp., Medlord, 0r., was honored as 1996 Lumberwoman of the Year,

On lmpact

An impact traffic door brochure is free from W.B. McGuire Co., Inc., I Hudson Ave., Hudson, N.Y. 12534; (518) 8287652.

Seamless Silicone Roofing

A seamless silicone roofing system video is available from Polycoat Systems, Inc., 5 Depot St., Hudson Falls, N.Y. 12839; (518) 747-0654.

Hardwood Geiling Grids

An 8-panel hardwood ceiling grid system brochure is free from Chicago Metallic, 4849 S. Austin Ave., Chicago, Il. 60638; (708) 563-4596.

Window And Door Markets

"1995 Industry Statistical Review and Forecast" is $100 from the National Wood Window and Door Association. 1400 East Touhy Ave., Des Plaines, Il. 60018; (847) 299-5200.

Entry Door Line Art

A CD-ROM featuring line art of standard entry door systems is available from Stanley Door Systems, 1225 E. Maple Ave., Troy, Mi. 48084; (516) 678-3196.

Interior & Exterior Doors

An 8-p. interior and exterior door brochure is free from Simpson Door Co., 33650 6th Ave. S., Ste. 102, Federal Way, Wa.98003.

Walk Through Steel

A brochure on a new 8'+all entry door is free from Therma-Tru Corp., Box 8780, Maumee, Oh.43537; (800) 843-7628.

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