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California accounted for 44.2s/o of the West-to-West shipments or some two billion board feet of softwood lumber. In 1980 it was the destination of 41.690 of the intra-region shipments.

Due to the large number of lumber remanufacturing facilities in Oregon, the state remained in second position, accounting for l7 .10/0. Oregon was the destination for 18.090 of West-to-West shipments during 1980.

Other Western states that experienced a percentage decrease during the first half, as compared to 1980, are Washington, 12.2 from 12.5; Colorado, 4.5 from 4.8; New Mexico, 3.1 from 3.7;Utah,2.9 from 3.3; Montana, 2.9 from 3.2, and Nevada,0.9 from l.l9o.

Arizona increased its percentage share from 5.1 to 5.50/0, while Idaho, Wyoming and South Dakota were unchanged at 5.4,0.8 and 0.590, respectively.

In total, the West was the destination of 67.890 of Western lumber shipments during the first half of 1981, continuing a trend initiated in the 1960s. IS

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The only complete DIY line, plus pre-stained mouldings to go with it. A low maintenance product, a true peel & place DIY wood tile. Plenty of dealer merchandising aids.

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The Thompson T-2000 wood burning stove from ThelinThompson Co. reportedly is unusual in that a wall thermostat automatically regulates the air flow to the fire, enabling the stove to maintain a room temperature within a few degrees of the thermostat setting for up to 14 hours.

Air flow also may be controlled manually. Combustion air enters through a reheated draft tube and can be adapted to an outside air source to allow room air to remain in the house while outside air feeds the fire.

Firebrick has been kept to a minimum to enhance heat radiation. Firecrete is used in the bottom to enable the coals to last longer and maximize heat radiation through the sides.

PowerTool Kickoff

Ram Tools has launched a major sales and marketing campaign for its consumer power tool line with a redesigned product and a full merchandising program.

Jack Ham, all-pro linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers, will be prominently featured as spokesman for the line in all ads, display and package materials.

The power tool line has been given new visibility and consumer appeal with a bright red color and bold graphics. A total dealer support and merchandising program includes a new package design, POP counter displays, and other materials, all featuring exciting self-sell graphics.

The new display is designed to get the customer to pick up and hold the drill.

Other dealer support materials include ad slicks, window banners and gondola headers. During the promotional period, beginning Sept. l, dealers who buy a dozen drills will get one drill free, plus a free display.

Other features of the stove, which has legs, door, cook top, and name plate cast in solid brass, include Mica windows for viewing the fire, fiberglass rope gasket for airtight efficiency, and firebox fins for greater heat transfer. It will accept wood up to 32" in length. The manufacturer provides a five year limited warranty.

HammerCutsArm Shock

Carpenters, woodworkers, and handymen reportedly can reduce arm shock, or "carpenter's elbow" by as much as 7090 with a newly developed hammer whose handle is designed to absorb the shock normally transmitted to a worker's wrist and elbow.

Known as the Easydriver FlexHammer, it has a spring-steel shock absorber permanently embedded within its l-beam-shaped handle. Made of Du Pont Hytrel polyester elastomer, the handle has the resiliency of rubber and the hardness of rigid plastic. It is resistant to heat, cold, water, solvents, and oil.

The manufacturer, Creative Tools Inc., guarantees the hammer handle unbreakable.

The 20 oz. claw head delivers the same striking force as competitive 22 or 24 oz. heads. This increased pounds-per-square inch capability enables one hammer to drive eightpenny or twentypenny nails. A patented head-lock eliminates potentially dangerous head separation. The non-slip hand grip is made of neoprene.

One Hand Riveter

The new CR 201 custom hand riveter from Malco Products, Inc., features one hand operation yet pulls up to 3/16" diameter steel, blind rivets.

Featuring all steel stampings and machine steel construction, it has a permanently set medium stroke which holds the original factory adjustment and sets all popular size rivets with only one or two pulls. A compact, slim nose operates in corners or recessed areas.

Three nosepieces (l/8", 5/32" and3/16") store in the handle with a slide type latch tecuring it in closed position for storage.

Wood Fiber Roofing

Masonite Corp.'s Western Hardboard Division has introduced what is said to be the building materials industry's first wood fiber roofing product. Termed Woodruf Traditional, it reportedly is a costefficient alternative to cedar shake and wood shingle roofs and an aesthetic alternative to fiberglass and asphalt roofing.

Initially available only in the 13 western states, it offers the look of a shingle roof in a form that substantially reduces installation time and cost. There are only 36 pieces in each square (100 sq. ft. of roof coverage) as compared with 80 asphalt shingles and 200 wood shakes. Only five nails or staples are required to install each 12" x 48" plece.

The roofing is designed for use both in re-roofing and new construction. In new construction, application is recommended over l/2" plywood or equivalent decking. In re-roofing, the product is applied directly over conventional asphalt or fiberglass shingles.

The heavily textured wood fiber roofing is offered in its natural state to weather to a silver gray color.

The product is packaged 6 pieces per bundle, 6 bundles per square and weighs approximately 256 lbs. per square.

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Three Way Bath

The new Gemini II, an enclosed two-piece fiberglass tub/shower/whirlpool for remodeling or late installation on new construction, is from Universal-Rundle Corp.

Fabricated in two pieces for easy movement through doorways, it reassembles into a contemporary unit that looks like a one-piece unit.

Bath Center Display

Point-of-purchase displays are being made available to dealers by Howmet Aluminum Corp.'s Architectural Products Division.

The redwood units can be erected in the dealer's show room to function as a special marketing support. There is space enough to feature two full-size bath enclosures and two full-size shower doors in each display area.

The three-sided unit includes a whirlpool with four adjustable jets, an integral recessed 3-shelf storage system, protected by sliding doors, a matching optional top.

It comes complete with preinstalled pump and motor, requiring only an electrical connection and plumbing hookup for installation.

Dimensions are: 60" Lx33" W x 15 " D, with installed unit height 75V4". Available in six colors, hardware, including faucets and trip lever wastes, available in polished brass, antique bronze and chrome finishes.

Reclaimer Reuses Heat

The Dolin Heat Reclaimer by Stacor Corp. is a device for recovering and reusing heat from furnaces, wood-burning stoves, and fireplaces.

Installed in the flue pipe, it uses the ascending hot flue gases to heat 52 heat-exchanger tubes. The thermostatically controlled blower forces fresh room-temperature air through the heated tubes. The free heat generated by this process can be diverted wherever needed, the basement, family room, gatage, or new room addition.

Approximately 12" wide x 12" high x 22t/2" deep, the unit is easy to install, and plugs into any ll0 volt outlet. The only maintenance required is removing the core of heatgathering tubes, which pulls out like a drawer, and cleaning it periodically.

Fire Resistant Siding

New Class I flame tested fireresistant Flame Test siding (on right in photograph showing burning comparison with non-rated siding) is available f rom stock in Woodsman textured surface that has the appearance of rough-sawn cedar and X-90 smooth surface.

Designed by Masonite Corp. to provide stylish compliance with fire codes, both are primed and ready to paint or stain. They are available in panels or lap siding made from a natural wood fiber formula.

Flame tested by Underwriter's Laboratories, it has fire hazard classifications based on 100 for untreated red oak: flame spread, 25; fuel contributed, 5; and smoke developed, 15. It reportedly meets most fire codes for use in light commercial and multi-family residential construction.

The Woodsman planked panel comes in 4' x 8' sheets with shiplapped edges and wide grooves that create the appearance of 8 in. planks. Lap siding is available in 12" x 8' lengths with a nonrepeating pattern that duplicates the texture of rough cedar planking.

X-90 plain panel is available in 4' x 8' sheets with square cut edges. Lap siding is available in 8" x 8' and 12" x8' lengths. Edges are identical so that lengths can be inverted to reduce waste.

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Insulated Skylight

Odl Inc. has introduced a new, energy saving insulated glass skylight.

The outer pane of tempered safety glass is bronze tinted to reduce sun glare and heat infiltration. The inner pane is Vq" laminated safety glass. The heavy duty aluminum architectural bronze colored frame is designed to be installed on Odl's aluminum curb or on a curb built on the job site.

The low profile of the unit blends into the roof line. It is pre-drilled for installation and comes with complete installation instructions.

French Patio Doq

Therma-Tru has a French patio door system specifically designed for either the replaceme4t or new construction markets. ,';

Sized to fit the rough opening for old patio units, it hasa polyurethane core, weathertight Arctic magnetic weatherstripping, selFsealing sill and door bottom, and Ford Sunglas to provide an insulation'yalue reportedly higher than comparable wood or aluminum patio doors.

In European styling with either the single or l5-lite design, it has a patented adjustable security strike plate and solid one-piece mullion that is resistant to forced entry. A white or bronz$ sliding fiber glass screen is an optibnal item.

Under Sink Water Filter

Water filters, manufactured by Everpure, Inc., are said to provide fine quality drinking water by removing tastes, odors and particulate impurities as small as l/25.000rh of an inch.

An additional benefit is that filtering retards lime-scale build-up that can reduce the effectiveness of such home appliances as instant hot water taps, ice makers and coffee brewers.

A faucet kit inserts into the sink or adjacent counter area with an added faucet to provide filtered water for drinking and cooking purposes while the other faucet supplies tap water for rinsing dishes and other utility needs.

The unit's disposable pre-coat filter cartridge lasts for about one year with normal use. Replacement requires no tools, since the entire cartridge is clamped in place at the top.