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Making Waves

A new generation of HT and MT FM two-way portable radios have been introduced by Motorola.

The radios feature the broadest tunable band width available, programmable channel spacing, built-in noise canceling microphone to minimize background noise during voice transmissions, priority channel scan and Call Alert decode.

They are only 6.3" high and weigh 19 oz. The more advanced model also has DTMF telephone interconnect, zoned channel operation, back-lit alphanumeric LCD display and full 15 button keypad that simplifies feature selection by scrolling through a program menu.

easy-to-install "in line" on/off switch is packed separately so customers can choose the most convenient. location on the cord for connection.

The ll2" high by l/2" wide light is available in 10, 20, 30 and 40" lengths in brass, chrome, black and white.

Rolling Shutters

Rolling shutters from Pease offer energy savings, security and exterior beauty for windows and doors.

Deck Nailing System

Two nails especially designed for deck fastening with automatic nailers have been introduced by Senco Products.

The 3" nail with a screw shank for extra holding power is primarily used for framing use. It includes Sencote, a coating that liquifies under the friction of high velocity fastener driving, then quickly hardens to fuse the nail to the wood fibers for maximum holding power.

The ring shank 2-318" nail is designed for fastening smaller dimension floorboards and other decking components. Both nails feature corrosion-resistant galvanization.

Nails are driven by Senco's SN325 + and SN4 nailers.

Green Home

A complete 6'x8'greenhouse kit is new from Simpson Srong-Tie.

The Simpson GardenHouse comes pafily assembled, including pre-cut redwood frame, pressure treated Douglas fir mudsill, pre-cut doublewall glazing panels, all hardware and fasteners and automatic air-vent contrcls.

Accent Strip

Auralite, the thinnest undershelf accent lighting available, has been introduced by Aura I-amp & Lighting.

The product mounts with self-stick adhesive to any surface, including bookcases, stereo/tv cabinets, china hutches, shelving, platform beds, headboards. kirchen cabinets. window treatments and stairways.

The lighting can be conrolled by a standard dimmer and comes with an 8ft. line cord. A removable, polarized plug fits any standard outlet and the

Shutters are easily controlled from the inside with either strap, crank or electric switch.

The frame is clear grade, died2x2 redwood, which is naturally insect and moisture resistant and requires no stain, paint or other protective coating. The .40 pressure treated mudsill is suitable for direct ground contact and carries a lifetime warranty against rot. Corner anchoring is reconmended.

Connectors are pre-attached to the frame. The Lexan resin panels are virtually unbreakable, shatterproof and offer 407o better insulation than single pane glass. Two solar-operated controls operate the roof and base vents to release excessive heat and draw in cool air during hot days. They automatically close the vents at night to preserve wannth.

Paint Gan Holster

The Pail Rider Painter's Belt from ParFection allows painters to carry the can with them at their side.

The can rotates with the painter's movement, remaining level and stationary. The utility strap carries paint brushes and other tools. It is adjustable for right or left-handed use.

Long Handled Gardeners

Three new products have been added to V&B Manufacturing's Groundbreakers System of landscaping tools.

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The new tools are 36" long-handle versions of the three lightweight Handy Mattocks tools and are intended for seniors and others who want to work f.to" standup position without bendmg.

Stone-look Golumns

A new line of designer Faux Cut Coral and Faux Stone columns, pedestals and cove moldings have been introducedby American Visual Concepts.

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Polyurethane Millwork

More than 20 new Like-Wood brand pre-formed polyurethane millwork producis have been added to RAS Industries' line ofover 700 architectural moldings and decorative units.

Now available are nine pitched dentil moldings, two sizes of column caps and bases, a rosette-shaped arabesque accent for stucco-style exterior and interioruses, five moldings, sunrise pediment with keystone and three triangular gable louvers.

Polyurethane is reportedly less expensive than wood and will not rot, warp, split, crack or attract insects.

Screen With A Message

An insect screen with a warning label to increase awareness and educate consumers about the potential for children falling from windows hasbeen introduced by Andersen.

They look just like cut coral and stone, but are lightweight, affordable, easy to install and available in a variety of colors or can be custom colored to

The warning is incorporated into the screen pull of the Perma-Shield Narroline screen and offers a reminder that the screen is not designed to stop children from falling out of windows. While not childproof, the screen is rigid and secure, incorporating a center bar, heavier gauge material and hardened screen latches.

Flower Box Brackets

Deck Hands from Home'n Garden secure flower boxes on top of deck railings.

Made of tough, recyclable plastic, the braces fit snugly around the bottom ends of the flower box, while attaching to the railing with the enclosed screws.

Thermoplastic Roof Panels

New thermoplastic roof panels from Eiger Building Products resemble handsplit cedar shakes but can be molded-in "shakes." Deep-grained texturing and a thick vertical profile give the panels the appearance of rough hewn cedar.

Eigershake panels weigh 80 lbs. per square compared to 800 to 1,000Ibs. for slate, banel and cement tile. This eliminates the need for additional trusses !o hold up the roof and reduces wear on the building. In addition, they have increased hydrolytic stability, resist fungus and mildew, won't rot, withstand temperatures over 190", and maintain mechanical integrity even after repeated heat-and-freeze thaw cycles.

Panels fasten with nails, screws or pneumatic staples and are easy to cut on site with strndard saws. A patented interlock system keeps tlem from moving during installation and locks them together with no seams visible.

Utility Knife Holster

The Professional leather utility knife holster from Stanley Tools features a "quick draw" design that eliminates interference with the blade slide button on retractable utility knives.

to fit all Stanley utility knives and long belt slots to accommodate tool belts up to 2" wide.

Redwood Deck Planner

installed in one-third less time.

Injection molded of Noryl resin, each 20" x 40" panel incorporates 13