NEW PRODUCTS and selected sales aids

Protective Glass Block

A glass block that permits maximum light transmission and the screening effect of visual distortion is new from Pittsburgh Corning.

Molded Six-Panel Oak Doors

Molded six-panel doors with the look of natural oak are new from CraftMaster.

The CraftMaster Natural and CraftMaster Harvest are made constructed of a solid core of one-piece wood fiber.

Passage doors are standard 6'8" high and range in widths from I' to 3'. Bifold doors fit openings from 24" to '72".

Door edges are clear wood and come finished to match with a waterbased acrylic finish.

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Subflooring Testing Kit

A kit for testing excessive moisture and pH levels in subflooring has been introduced by Wood Scientific.

The Tridron 45" block units finished in smooth and round beautv and safetv.

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Rotary Lasers With Sensors

Two rotary lasers from Laser Tools Co., Inc. have built-in tilt sensors.

Designed with a 635nm, eye-visible laser beam system to provide a 360' level or plumb reference, the L25O and L250T operate vertically and horizontally, allowing slope and grade adjustment in two axes. All level and plumb vials are backlit for viewing in low light conditions and provide about l/4" accuracy within 100 ft.

The rotating head houses a onepiece, penta prism mirror that holds the laser beam steady during high heat conditions and improves accuracy in direct sunlight.

The L250T model has a computerized tilt sensor that monitors the rotary laser's operation and turns the motor off if movement occurs.

Both models are made of solid metal, measure 4-1/2" x4-l/2" x6" and weigh 4lbs.

Accessories include cases, tripods, electronic detectors, measuring rods and ceiling support brackets.

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Transportable Contai ners

A line of portable storage containers has been introduced by Flambeau Products.

Available in three sizes: 9-gallon, 24-gallon, and 44-gallon, the Stow 'N Go containers have a heavv dutv construction with large interlockin! handles for a tisht seal.

The Wood Scientific test kit contains all needed materials to perform both tests, easy-to-follow instructions, and a free analysis of the results. The results are returned within 24 hours of receipt.

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The removable lid can be used as a tabletop or locked onto the base for content security.

The 9- and 24-gallon containers are packaged to nestle within each another, four per carton. The 44-gallon unit features a hinged lid for easy opening; packed one per carton.

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Amazing Adhesive

An adhesive from Eclectic Products, Inc. reportedly adheres to more surfaces with sreater streneth than any other adhesiie in the U.S.-

Packaged in l-oz. and 3.7-oz. tubes in a blister and card, Goop adhesives combine the properties of a viscous sealant with a strong glue.

It cures to a hard rubber-like material and stays flexible, preventing cracking or crumbling.

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Ventilating Skylights

A redesigned ventilating skylight is new from Velux-America Inc.

Designed for fast installation using two fasteners to secure the snap-off cladding, the Model VS is protected by gray aluminum cladding. Copper cladding is also available.

any acme-threaded extension pole, it can be used as a scraper, glazier's knife, chisel, putty knife, nail setter/puller, crack opener, roofing knife and can opener.

It has a hang-up hole in the blade.

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On-Site Storage Box

A safe and weathertight on-site tool storage box has been introduced by Reading Body Works, Inc.

Constructed of l6-gauge, two-

Thief Relief Lock And Chain

A heavy duty integrated lock and chain available from St. Pierre Manufacturing Corp. features durable, hardened alloy steel square links that are reportedly resistant to cutters, sledge hammers, hack saws and other tools.

Other redesigned features: sash that offers up to 23Vo more daylight, and a snap-in insect screen for unobstructed views.

It has predrilled grooves and holes in the frame to conceal wiring in installation.

For use on roof pitches from 0" to 85', the skylight comes with a choice of insulated glazings.

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A ToolWith Eight Lives

An 8-in-1 hand tool is new from Allway Tools.

Made with a chisel-ground blade, a nail-setting hammer-end that accepts sided zinc-coated A60 glavannealed steel, the B.O.S.S. Box features immersion priming for rust protection, stainless steel bolt-on hinges, sturdy fold-down side handles and bottom skid rails.

Available in four sizes, it is finished in a gray gloss acrylic enamel.

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The Pitch ls Off

A new pitch remover from AGS Co. removes pitch build-up on saw blades, router bits and cutter blades. Available in ready-to-use form, concentrate for dipping, or gel form for brushing onto large circular and band saws, Pitch-Off works in about l0 minutes and rinses with water.

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Featuring a forged steel nitridehardened lock body and nickelchrome-molybdenum alloy steel chain with a vinyl covering to prevent scratching, the QuadraChain has no exposed U-type shank, shackle or round chain.

It comes in lengths. and 6'

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All-ln-One Finishing Discs

A durable sandpaper disc introduced by Glit Inc. grinds, polishes and sands both metal and wood surfaces.

Said to outlast traditional sandpaper 50 to l, the Glit Trim-Kut All 'n I Disc is reportedly ideal for sanding and rust removal, and virtually eliminates snagging, chipping and crack1ng.

It requires no backing pad, comes in 3", 4-112" and 5" sizes for both power drills and angle grinders, and is available in fine, medium and coarse grades.

Circle N0.512 on any product itr this section is available by circling the corresponding Reader Servlce number in the back and sending tlre form to Nerv Pnoducts, either by FAX 714-a52-O231, by mall to 45OO Campus Dr., Ste. 48O, Newport Beach, Ca. 92660, orJust call us at (7141852-1990.

Drywall Driver

A unique screw setting system from Wolfcraft sets and countersinks screws to a pre-set height in drywall, particleboard and plywood.

The 2-in-1 Drywall Driver has outer sleeve slides that fit over the screw, holding it in place while guiding it into the material. A magnetic bit holder holds all types of hex shank 1/4" bits that can be easily replaced with long-nose pliers.

Included are six Phillips #2 reduced head bits. The drywall driver's l/4" hex shank fits most power drills and cordless screwdrivers.

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Post-lt Flooring

A non-permanent, adhesive-backed vinyl flooring from Colmar Industries reportedly installs more easily than other vinyl floorings.

Designed with a lay-flat backing, Kitchen Creations can be loose-laid without curling at the edges. Unlike other flooring, however, it is semipermanent and can be removed.

It comes in 12' rolls or 9'xl2' precuts.

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As-builts Survey Software

Software from Antech, Inc. creates CAD drawings of as-builts on-site.

Featuring a pen-based tablet computer, a non-contact laser distance measuring instrument, and precision sketching software, Anbuild creates surveys of as-builts 25Vo to 5O7o faster than conventional means.

The non-contact laser measuring system has a range of over 300' and requires only one person per survey.

It includes a harness that provides a platform for the pen computer and a saddle to carry the laser.

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Versatile Round Resin Table

A round resin table from Stylette can be stacked for displaying items.

The 18" round by 16" high Round Resin Table comes in white and hunter green, and is packed either six per carton or 18 per dump display.

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BURNOUT.MOVEOUT

In reference to your story on "Minton's Rising From The Ashes" (July, p. 40), it is no disgrace for a business to out-live its zoning and there is no particular reason why a lumber company in Mountain View, Ca., should resent probably long overdue changes to local land use policy. On the contrary, it is a tribute to that business' long-term success.

Existing businesses are generally granted legal non-conforming use status"grandfathered"-but taking the initiative and moving can pump new energy into a business that has lost some of its original dynamism.

Having spent my youth in the lumber business and later years in urban planning, I have seen former lumber yard sites provide needed "infill" projects to the community, that is, sites for new homes, retail stores, etc. Redevelopment provides jobs for the building industry and sales to the lumber industry (the relocating lumber yard ifthey are smart). The increased sales can help to vitalize the lumber company that has moved.

Capitalism is based on being competitive and a move to a new location along with some streamlining can hone a business for an increasingly prosperous future.

David McKinney Box6772

San Jose. Ca. 95 150

AVOIDING LAWYER RIP.OFFS

Your article on lawyers ("Avoid Lawyer Rip-Offs," July, p. 36) states how they rip you off, but does not answer the question of how do you prevent being ripped off.

Mike Jones

Arlington Hardware & Lumber Inc. 215 N. Olympic Ave. Arlington, Wa.98223 lf you enioy tolking lumber wilh people who know how il's produced, where it's produced, ond who produces il, cqll us. We hove over 175 yeors'experiencg ol your disposol.