NEW PRODUGTS

And Selected Sales Aids

FrypanPitStop

A Hot Pad to protect tables, stoves and countertops from hot frypans and saucepans is new from Rubbermaid.

The 8" diameter pad has an almond-colored rubber base with a raised rim to catch spills and an aluminum surface to dissipate heat.

Cordless Glue Gun

_ A new cordless glue gun from Emhart combines the efficiency of hot melt gluing withthe convenience of free movement.

been introduced for Plumb hammers and axes.

The continuous fibers of the wood are said to offer greatresilience and strength,while minimizing impact shock.

Replacement handles range in size from a short 12-1/2" nail hammer handle to a baseball bat-sized 36-l/4" axe handle.

All kits include wedges and instructions.

The festive wrap sleeves may be easily removed for after-the-holidav stocking and are available at no extra cost.

The saw,set prevents binding and pinching of the saw by maintaining proper tooth "set." Individual tooth alignment can be accomplished without removing the blade from the saw.

Free Snip Pouch

A free leather belt pouch will be included with all Wiss Metalmaster snips through Oct. 31, 1987.

The Thermogrip model's quick charge stand heats up the gun for use in three minutes while a display light indicates the gun is charging. The hot melt glue sets in about 60 seconds.

A unique dual connect cord also enables the switch from cordless operation to corded operation for long-term gluing projects simply by removing the gun's 6 ft. cord from the charge stand and reconnecting the gun.

Included are thegun, charge stand, molded storage tray and dust cover, and six clear and six all-purpose glue sticks.

Get A Handle On lt

A comprehensive line of wood rehandling kits featuring more than three dozen sizes and styles of North American red hickory handles has

Permanently Hooked

A plastic peg-board hook with a lock that holds the unit in place when hanging merchandise is removed is new from T-PlasTech Corp.

Although Peg Lok hooks are diflicult to accidentally detach, they can be easily released and moved just like ordinary peg-board hooks.

They can be delivered in any color and come in three sizes: 2". 4" and 6".

The normally $3 pouch is packaged wih the snips in its own peggable hang-up display.

The seven snip models included in the promotion are the M-lR. M2R, M-3R, M.6R, M-7R, MIR-SI and M2R-S1.

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Folding Saw

A double-blade folding saw Perfect for campers, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts is new from Fiskars Manufacturing Corp.

High impact ABS Plastic houses the blade. which folds in and out with a solid locking steel mechanism. Blade tips have tapered Points for easy access to small areas.

A compact 6" long weighing 3-l /2 oz., the tool comes in black or bright yellow.

French Sea-Pine Paneling

French sea-Pine Paneling in avariety of attractive pastel colors has beeh introduced by Societe Industrielle Forestiere, a French manufacturer currently seeking U.S. distributors.

The Pastel Colors of Decorland panels receive three coats of polyirrethane varnish to prevent scaling off and protect against dampness,

ComputerEstimates

A personal comPuter driven estimating system has been fullY integrated with a multi-user pointof-sale inventory control and bidtracking computer system reportedly for the ltrst time in the lumber and building material industry by Computer System Dynamics.

eraphics module for cabinet layouts ind selection for dealers handling various cabinet lines.

Family of Ties

A new merchandising Program to promote wood-to-wood and woodto-concrete connectors has been introduced by Simpson Strong-Tie Co.

The "No Equal" dealer Program features product use guides, d-i-Y proiect fblders, color coordinated proiuct cards with in-use illustrations, and an array of disPlaY modules, from wooden bins to steel racking.

When entered with dimensions and material speciftcations, the Construction Estimator automatically senerates a material list including all iraterials and lumber required from the footings to the roof. The list can then be transferred to the CSD quote/bid file for pricing and profitability analysis.

If the estimate is accePted, a bid tracking system is available and delivery tickets and invoices can be created.

It is said to be the only take-off system to include a kitchen and bath salmon and blue "latour," Permitting a wide range of creative decorative possibilities. Installed horizontallY or vertically, the panels' slats interlock on all four sides, with inserted nails or staples reportedly becoming undetect^aUte. Ttre panels measure 2-l/2 meters long, 60 millimeters wide and l0 millimeters thick. while preserving the natural look and srain of the wood. OnlY choice seaiine is used, selected free of knots and resin.

The pastel colors available include white lead, green almond, rose,

Write Offs

Carpenter pencils are now available from The lrwin Co.

shingles, stucco, cement and other uneven surfaces.

Constructed of a single tough piece of polypropylene, - the tool comes in bright red and green selfsell packaging. with product-in-use photos and bulleted features. benefits and suggested uses.

GroutWith Color

Acid resistant colored floor grout is now available in 20 desisnerapproved colors from USG.

The Merchant Magazlne shrinkage to adense, hard joint that repels water, grease and oil and is non-rusting.

3-D Snip Display

Two sizes of Wiss snips tool centers are available from CooperTools.

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The medium lead, 7-in. flatwood pencils can be sharpened, and are packaged 72 to a carton.

Painting In The Rough

A rough surface painter from Shur-Line features long, flagged bristles to carry extra paint, stain. sealer and preservative to shakes, wOffered in such colors as English Rose, French Blue and Expresso, lhe grout was developed for grouting J_olnts between glazed or unglazed floor tile, split brick and quarrylile in areas where mild chemical and acid or alkali resistance is required. It reportedly cures with minimal

Both feature a header illustration that is specially processed and molded so that the contours and features of the snips stand out with threedimensional impact.

The large Oisplay comes with two each of nine different metal-cuttine snips. The smaller display holds i dozen snips on six gravity fed hooks.

September 1987

New Dealer Software

A new computer sYstem which provides the building material retailer with a complete Package of business solutions has been introduced by Dataline CorP.

Featuring the UNIX qPerating svstem. with a wide range of application prosrams. SYStem 4000 is completeiy iompatible with Dataline's Svstein 2000, making an uPgrade eisy. All peripherals at a Dataline user site can be used on the new system.

The computer Provides a Powerful 32-bit processor, 3 megabytes of system memory, integral taPe backuo svstem and mass storage caPa'6itities of up to 420 megabytes. The svstem is currently able to handle up t6 42 ports with oPtions to Provide up to I60 ports available later in the vear. -

A wide range of software modules provides building material retailers wittr a variety of business solutions. The system can assemble quotes, turn a quote into an oPen order when accepted, print the invoice at point of sale, adjust inventory accordingly and track the receivable until paid. Other capabilities include accounts payable management, general ledger. sales analysis reports. open purihase order tracking and inventory tracking by multiPle location.

OrganizedSports

A new organizer from Hoagland Products holds bats, balls, gloves, tennis rackets, running shoes, etc., in one convenient wall-mounted rack.

Featuring all steel welded construction, the Sports Rack measures 29" long and has aroYal blue ePoxY coating which reportedly will not rust or chip.

The product comescomPlete with brackets and screws for easy installation.

Hardwood PlYwood Paneling

Prefinished PlYwood wall Paneling in precut beaded wainscot panels is now available from Welsh l-orest Products.

The hardwood Plywood Panels feature a laminated, simulated woodsrain finish andcome in convenient32" x 48" sizes. Three faces are offered: knotty Pine, birch and oak.

The panels are easilY installed bY gluing or nailing them over gYPSum boards. They are also said to be easy to saw and include easy-fitting beveled edges.

A display rack is available that contains 150 panels.

Window

& Door Decor

Easily applied hardwood mouldings for doors and removable hardwood grilles for windows are now available from Rasmussen Millwork. The solid maple grilles are designed to assemble and finish easilv. without cutting. They can be made to fit virtually any size or shape door or window - including sliding patio doors.

Ames Lawn & Garden Tools.

Floor brushes are 18" and24" in length with black polypropylene bristles with 3" trim for fine to medium sweeping on smooth floors. The blocks are sturdy, lacquer-coated hardwood with two hole locations so handle positions can be switched to reduce bristle wear.