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t&$oorntCililGltl simultaneously drives six screws, gravity-fed f rom hopper, to attach each hinge. \

With Kval'sautomated system for assembling prehung doors, two operators can turn out 500 completed units in a single shift. This speed, combined with the dependability of these ruggedly built machines, means the system will quickly pay for itself. Kval's quarter-century of engineering excellence provides you with a system precision designed to ensure accuracy, no matter how varied the specifications.

Holiday Tool Sales

(Continued from page 36) screws and backing out of work when necessary. Drill accessories expand the usefulness of the tool. Amonq those most widely purchased are the-sanding disc, wire brush wheel, sanding drum, grinding wheel and arbor, and grinding stone. A lambs wool cover will slip over a sandins disc to turn it into a 6uffing wheel. Pbint out that if these are bought as a package, they cost less.

If the customer is interested in a power saw, there is a choice of three. The saber saw with a varietv of blades is able to crosscut, rip, miter, bevel, and cut holes in almost any material including plastic, thin metal and ceramic. A gear arrangement makes it possible to convert to stroke power with the blade working in an up-anddown motion. A variable speed feafure insures smooth cuts.

The circular saw is not as versatile as the saber saw, but it is ideal for ripping and crosscutting. It comes in sizes ranging from a 4Yz inch trim saw to a l0 inch model. The 6t/z to 7 inch is best for most home chores. An automatic blade guard is essential. Other desirable features include a blade depth adjustment for shallow cuts, an adjustable baseplate for bevels and miters, and a ripping fence accessory.

Reciprocating saws are heavy-duty saws with the same features as the saber saw. They come in variablespeed to cut metal and lumber.

The router is useful to replace hand chisels, saws, files, and plhnes since it can do all the work these tools do. The more power it has, the faster it will work. Basic bits and an edqecutting guide or router table -e goiod starter add-ons. Specialty bits for making fancy joints and mouldings can be added later.

A power sander can save muscle work on both large and small sanding projects. Orbital-sanders are usudl! adequate for most jobs although disc and belt models are available. The disc is best for removing rust from metal. With the addition'of a wool pad, it becomes a buffer and polisher. The belt sander is best for big jobs such as sanding floors. It should have a dust bag attachment.

Other questions customers ask often concern the chain saw, a must for anyone cutting his own wood. Considered lawn and garden equipment, the best models are usually gasoline powered. Questions also will be asked about cordless tools. While they are attractive because of the lowei price, they also appeal to women because they are lightweight and easy to operate. Al$ough not for heavy duty jobs, they have their place in the home worlishop. A power pack will make rechargins simpler. tustomers sometimes ask about the Rockwell hardness test since manufacturers quote it in their advertisins. It is a gauge for determining the hardness of metal used in tools. It is usually applied to internal heat treated parti such as chucks, gears, shafts and rbller bearings.

Power tools and accessories are bie item-s on many Christmas lists. If youi employees are able to provide serviceoriented guidance and help the buyer select the proper tool, the packales from your store will bring much pleisure.

Regs Run Up Tab

Government regulations including those at state, county, and local levels often account foi as much as 2OVo of the price of a typical new home.

Municipal fees can cost as much as $3,265 per house with the approval process stretching out as long as 21 months.