roducts

Plant By Numbers has three different flower bed plans that list how many of each flower are needed, as well as a number for each Plant that matches one of the numbers on the fabric.

The product is made of continuous, 1007o polypropylene filaments and will reportedly last indefinitely when covered with 3"-4" of mulch.

Circle No. 804

Through The Looking Glass

A pre-finished, composite, double hung window designed for energY efficient performance is new from MW Windows & Doors.

Vinyl For The Outdoor Life

Extruded vinyl railings and fencing formulated for outdoor exposure have been introduced by Superior Aluminum Products.

The products are said to resist color changes from environmental factors and yellowing. They contain impact modifiers, which improve strength and prevent denting, splitting, blistering. and peeling.

All the products in the series are available in 6' or 8' sections and heights of 36" or 42".

Circle No. 801

Portable Vise Squad

Record Hand Tools has introduced a portable vise that is said to provide the same stability of stationary vises.

Two-Way Tool Holster

The first universal drill holster that fits both right- and left-hand users is new from DeWalt.

The D5120 is made from ballistic nylon and holds pistol-grip and midhandle drills. It measures 6" wide and 14" tall and has a reinforced belt loop tunnel guaranteed not to tear.

Circle No. 802

The Quick Vise features a slideand-lock mounting system, allowing a base to be mounted wherever a clamP is needed.

The vise weighs 3.5 lbs. and has more than a quarter ton of clamPing Dressure. It is manufactured from glass-filled nylon and needs no lubrication.

Circle No. 803

Throw A Garden Party

A 1'x3' landscape fabric with numbered circles to tell gardeners what and where to plant, while also keeping out weeds is new from Typar.

The MW Unity window is constructed with a full depth wood frame, composite two piece sill, blind stops, and classic brick mould.

The window comes with 314" Warm-Edge insulating glass and has a tilt balance system for cleaning.

Circle No. 805

Say lt Paint So

A gel that is said to safely remove multiple coats of paint, varnish, epoxy and polyurethane from wood, concrete, masonry, brick, plaster, metal, stone and fiberglass is new from Abatron, Inc.

Non-caustic, environmentally friendly ClearStrip contains no harsh solvents, has a very low odor and is non-fl ammable and biodegradable.

Circle No. 806

Pro Sales Software

An automated routins and scheduling software system foi builders and their components suppliers is new from InterGis.

The Visual Control Room is a graphically driven real-time system which is said to solve field resource management problems involved with the movement of people, products and equlpment.

The software was desisned for Windows NT. but it also -operates with Windows 95/98.

Circle No. 807

Things Are Heating Up

Enerjee has introduced a two-way thermostatic valve for non-electric floor zone control.

Pot Holes Be Gone

An instant concrete from Garon Products reportedly becomes three times harder than ordinary concrete after one hour of settins.

Hy-Speed 500 conies in 5-gallon pails and when mixed with water is said to repairs potholes by expanding and locking in a permanent patch of concrete.

Circle No. 810

Five Foot Panel Discussion

A new 5' plywood panel that increases yield and reduces waste is new from Columbia Forest Products. One foot wider than standard plywood, CFP 60's measure 60"x96" and are available with paper backings, for durability and impact resistance.

The large, interlocking edges provide a wide contact area, and the product is said to resist winds up to 160 mph.

Circle N0.812

Open Sesame

A patio door system which is said to have a 207o greater viewing area and 3/4" Low-E insulated slass for

The HRF Valve is used in new radiant floor heating installations to permit zone control of individual rooms while requiring no wiring. It is designed to accept typical PEX tubing connections.

Circle No. 808

Backerboard Gets Better

Custom Building Products recently increased the compaction of its cementitous WonderBoard backerboard.

The new model reportedly is stronger, with less crumbling and improved workability when using nails and screws. It comes with a lifetime warranty.

Circle No. 809 featuring either particleboard or MDF cores.

Sales representatives will use a software program to determine the size and number of panels needed. Standard 4' wide panels are still be available.

Circle No. 811

Choose Up Sides

Extra-thick vinyl siding with a snap-lock system to create a more secure, stable connection between panels is new from Rollex Corp.

Eagle siding panels are 0.46" thick increased energy efficiency is new from Premdor.

The PremVu Gold Patio Door System features flush glazed glass reinforced plastic and has a solid core of polyurethane that reportedly provides five times more insulation than wood doors.

It is a stainable/paintable unit with true stile and rail oak grain patterns.

Circle No. 813 on ony Ner,v Product is ovoiloble by circling the corresponding Reoder Service number opposite the inside bock cover ond sending the form to New Products Editor, FAX to 949-852-0231, by E-moil to rfoy@ioc.net, by moil to 4500 Compus Dr., Suite 480, Newport Beoch, C0.92660, or by colling (94e) 8s2-l 990.

The Chairman Of The Board

A non-wood, polymer board designed for trim, fascia, and soffit cornerboards is now available from Vycom.

The Trim-Tec Trim Board reportedly will not rot, split or absorb moisture. It comes with a 25-year manufacturer's wananty.

Circle No. 814

Have Forklift, Will Travel

A forklift trailer from Premco Products is said to eliminate the difficulty of tilt beds or dangerous loading ramps. One person reportedly can load it in poor conditions with the deck raising hydraulically in less than 15 minutes. The trailer has a 6'x12' deck and a 10,000-lb. carrvins capacity. It also features a self-contained hydraulic system, all-steel tubular chassis, builrin lockable storage, and a diamond steel deck plate.

Circle No.815

Discover A New Sidinq

Vinyl siding designed to emulateihe warmth and beauty of natural cedar shingles is new from Mastic.

Cedar Discovery Premium Siding is an injection molded panel that is reportedly easy to cut with snips and can be flexed and bent when installing in tight spots. The C-Lok system gives it a secure, continuous lock over the entire length of the panel.

It reportedly will not split, rot, peel, or chip like natural cedar shingles. The siding comes with a lifetime limited warranty.

Circle N0.819 o

Corbels &Columns

Western red cedar columns that come with or without decorative corbels have been introduced by Latham Stairs & Millwork.

The cedar is from British Columbia and the color varies from light to dark reddish brown.

The cedar columns are said to have a long life and are resistant to most insects.

Circle No. 820

Windows Compatible

Andersen Window d-ealers can now create and submit quotes using new software from Computer Associates Inc.

The Andersen Windows Intelligent Quote (IQ) system polls parts numbers, pricing and descriptions. Other products can be added, provif,ing a single quote for all lumber and millwork items.

Circle No. 816

A Jack-Of-All-Trades

A multi-task tool that scrapes, trrms, and cuts has been designed by American Safety Razor.

features a push-and-turn dial that allows the user to turn the blade to one of four safety lock positions. It also features ground carbon-blue blades.

Circle N0.817

Just Hanging Out

Adjustable hangers for I-joists or plated trusses that have extra long straps and can be field-formed for height are new from Simpson Strong-Tie.

They come factory skewed from 45' to 84' for 2x or double 2x trusses and l-3/4" I-joists, 9-l/4" to 14" deep.

Circle No. 821

Up On The Roof

A roofing system that reportedly reduces HVAC costs by as much as3OVo to 5O7o is now available from Specialty Products.

THAISL/R and THASL/R adjustable hangers feature positive-angle nailing which reportedly helps eliminate splitting of the I-joist's bottom flange.

The Polyshield HiE is a two-component, elastomeric, polyurea coating for application over sprayed polyurethane foam roofing systems.

The foam and coating system reportedly carries an Rvalue that is 607o higher than conventional tar or single ply roofing.

Circle No. 818

There are a lot of good reasons for carnJing L-P Solid Start' products: wide variety, a limited lifetime warranty and the fact that they build great homes.

Full line now available in stock:

. LPl" 20 and 32 series l-joists (solid sawn flanged)

. LPf 200, 225 and 300 series l-joists (Gang-Lam' LVLflanged)

. LPI 36 and 56 series l-joists (Gang-Lam LVL flanged) o Gang-Lam 2650 Fb and 2950 Fb beams in standard and billet thicknesses ('l-314" to 7" thick)

. Solid Start rim board

For more information, including a copy of our warranty, contact Huff Lumber-

INLAND Lumber Producers held their 18th annual golf tournament: (1) Allen Gaylord, Tom Warnock. (2) John Percin, Kate & Chris Brown. (3) Steve Eadie, Tom Glauber, Garrett Gill. (4) Frank Peaslee, Dan Seid, Larry Williams, Dennis Downer. (5) Pete Henningfeld, Marla & Ric Cavalar, Greg Wolt. (6) Bette & Don Reagan, Auni Peaslee. (7) Dylan Tripp, Danell Richardson, Shelli Herbert. (8) Carolee Menitt, Jill Linton, Cynthia Waldon, Holly Janhsen. (9) Randy & Susan Battarbee, Scott Sell. (10)John & Kimberly Konecny. (11) Mark Herms, Steve Woita, (12)

Debbie & Rob Burnett. (13) Mark Lewis, Jim Vandegrift. (14) Cindy Williams, Becky Jayne. (15) Ellen & John Rensklev, Terry Simpson. (16) Dick & Mary Just. (17) Butch & Margie Sager. (18) Tim & Laura B1a!lqy, (19) Kathy Sell, Tracy Mead, Susan Bartholomew. (20) Brett & Michelle Johnson, Joe & Jennifer Henera. (21) John Tsourmas, Sue Larrinaga, Glenda Paldino. (22) Mike & Marita Durk, Karen & Rick Fischer. (23) Dick & Debbie Frazier, Jana McCollough, Ron Brady. (More photos on next two pages)

GOLFERS (continued from previous page): (1) Steve Love, John Adams. (2) Paul Munsic, Linda & Stephen Lambert. (3) Mary & Nathan

Crozier, Thom Sousa. (4) Sue Herms, Bethany

Herms, Mike Herms, Steve Colosimo. (5) Jeff Bowers. (6) Jack & Jen Prock, Len & Terri

Littlefield, Lisa & Rick Vaughn. (7) Christy & Jeff Pando, Carolyn & Gary Tragesser. (8)

John & Susie Mallov. Laurie & Lee Scott. (9)

Dave Andersen, -Larrv Britt. (10) Liia

Hutcheson, Ken Diulio, Brboke Weaiheily. (11) doors, slab doors, door hardware. lock-

COEUR d'ALENE Resort and the Coeur dAlene Counlrv Club were the sites of the 18th annual Inland Lumber Producers oolf tournament July 15-17 (continued troh previous pages): (11 Rick Palmiter, Jeff Cook. (2) Kim McFarlane, Ron Cluster, John Branstetter. (3) Chris Lund, Mike Jones, David Jaffe. (4) Paul Toussaint, Chris Lecce, Mary Ann Bonjorni. (5) Mary & Pat Malloy, Dee & Jerry Sharp, John & Kelly Martinek. (6) Dale Mantay, Chris Mergel, Richard Paci. (7) Molly & Janice Dimke. (8)

Gunnar Brinck, Kenneth Ford, Bob Mai. (9) Mark & Michelle Mitchell, Alice & Scott

Gascho. (10)Alan Bott, Linda Sabrowski, Larry

Warner. (11) Allan Hoblitt, Cheryl Lund. (12)

Kenny Bernstein, Larry Holguin. (13) Chery & Bob Lackey. (14) Kevin Paldino, Marian & Ric Wise. (15) Charlotte & Fritz Gaughan. (16)

Sandy & Skip Farmer. (17) Will Preston, Sam

Wagner. (18) Joe Malloy, Jennifer Elkins, Wendy Bermingham, Ryan Palma. (19) Buck

Merritt, Natalie & Alan Martin. (20) Norm Nelson, Boyd Bower. (21) Jerry Lilly, Sharalon & Keith Runyon. (22) True & Liane Can, Cindy Putirka, Terry Ono. (23) John Jayne, Don Engler.

James L. Pottratz, 67, retired general manager of Crenshaw Lumber Co., Gardena, Ca., died July 2l from cancer.

A native of South Dakota, he joined the company in 1957 and worked for 35 years before retiring to Grants Pass. Or.. in 1992.

Dale Watson, 86, owner of Watson Sales Co., Riverside, Ca., died of a stroke June 29.

Watson also worked as a sales representative for Do+Able Products, Inc. and Patrick Industries. In addition, he was the owner of Watson Plywood, Long Beach and Santa Ana, Ca.

Terry Castro, 57, plywood salesman at K-Ply Inc., Port Angeles, Wa., died July 1 6 of heart failure.

Before joining K-Ply one year ago, Castro worked in sales for 38 years at Linnton Plywood, Portland, Or.

Howard Dutton, 56, former sales manager for American Timber Co., Whitefish, Mt., died of hearr failure June 30.

Edward Stein, '72, retired vice president of Edward Hines Lumber Co., died April26.

Mr. Stein joined Hines Lumber in 1962 where he worked in the wholesale department dealing with independent mill pine sales. In 1967 he started handling West Coast sales of lumber and studs. later becoming manager of the Rocky Mountain department in 19'74.

He became assistant manager of the wholesale division in 1976, general manager and v.p. of the distribution division in 1983.

Cullen Murphy, 79, formerly of Maywood-Anderson Forest Products, Eugene, Or., died June 30 in Eugene.

Maywood-Anderson was acquired by Portland, Or.-based Crown Pacific Partners in 1996.

Adolf Schoepe, 97, founder of Kwikset Lock Co., Anaheim, Ca., and Fluidmaster Inc., San Juan Capistrano, Ca., died July 30.

A native of Germanv. he came to the U.S. at age 23 as a master metalworker, with no English speaking skills.

As World War II ended, he and a friend bought a defunct lockset manufacturing plant in South Gate, Ca., and reopened it as Gateway Manufacturing, later changing the name to Kwikset. It relocated to Anaheim in 1948.

After selling his interest in Kwikset, he formed Fluidmaster in Anaheim in 195'l , moving the company to San Juan Capistrano in 1999.

Bruce Miller Sr., 85, founder of Miller Shingle, Granite Falls, Wa., died July 3.