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1290 N. Knollwood Circle. Anoheim. CA 92801 (800) 537-484s (714> 952-0900

Great Planes

A versatile new planer/moulder that can produce extremely wide (up to 17-314") or high (up to 9-718") planed or moulded material has been introduce.d bv Michael Weinig,Inc.

Also able to mould material as narrow as 1" and as thin as 3/8", the Profimat 45 allows planing, moulding and splitting - all in one pass - at feed speeds up to 60 Sm. Reportedly the first "wide" machine that is as easy to set up as a conventional moulder, it is suited to a wide range of value-added wood products, from flooring to log cabin profiles, from casket components to stair treads, from battens !o beams, from construction timbers to trim mouldings. Standard features include large, heavy duty in-feed and out-feed system, central lubrication, full sound and safety capsule and many features for quick set-up. CNC control is available as an option.

Mock Block Panels

Glass block window panels made of Lexan resin for reduced weight and increased durability, versatility, energy efficiency and ease of installation are new fi'tim I{y-Lite Blocks.

The polycarbonate blocks reportedly resist oacking by acconumodating most building settling, are also 30vo more energy efficient than glass block windows, subdue sound with the same effectiveness as a standard 2x4 exterior wall, meet Class I flame spread requirements and provide 887o light Eansmission. A channel within the blocks can accommodate low voltage lighting tubes.

Triangular blocks are available for creating octagons, pyramids and other configurations. Additional accessories include end caps and corner mullions that snap onto the outer frame to create free-standing structures.

Available in peach, rose, blue and clear, the Series 600 6" blocks and Series 800 8" blocks weigh less than 5 lbs./sq. ft. Frames come in white, bronze, tan and clear anodized.

Dry Tiles

Wider Wallboard

Tapered-edge gypsum wallboard manufactured a full 6" wider than traditional48" wallboard for hanging 8Il2' or 9' walls has been introduced by Temple-Inland.

Unlike horizontally installed 48" wallboard which will leave a gap, meaning more labor and material to finish the job, Stretch 54 is designed to produce a single joint. Because they are installed with fewer seruns, walls are smoother and stronger. Compared to the cut edge on a gap filler strip, rapered Strerch 54 is easier to float.

Manufactured to the same rigid specifications as traditional wallboard, panels comply with ASTM C36 standard.

They are available ll2" and 518" thick, 54" wide and in L2, 14 or 16' lengths.

The blocks come interlocked within a lightlveight aluminum frame and fully glazed to make a complete panel ready for irntallation. Panels, which weigh 75% less than glass block windows, are lilted and set into place like regular windows in a few minutes without special tools or materials.

Dri-Dek, multi-purpose interlocking floor tiles that snap together to form a customized surface of any length, width or shape, is now available from Kendall Products.

The 12' x 12" x 9/16" tiles create a self-draining surface, ideal for places with moisture problems, such as patios. decks and basements.

The Right Hook

A complete line of low-cost, easyto-install P-o-P hooks feaurring scanner arms and a patented design to keep them firmly in place is now available from T-Plas Tech.

They come in standard gray in lengths from 2 to 12". custom colors and hooks without the scanner arm are also available.

Limber Trim

Flexible mouldings to make trimming radius windows, radius corner drywall, curved walls and scairs easier and more cost effective are now available from B. F. Adams Co.

Ultra-flex Moulding comes in over 2,000 profiles to match the wood equivalents. Virtually any pattern cim be custom made.

All mouldings are nailable and preprimed with an all-purpose primer that is compatible with all standard paints.

Goes With The Grain

A new graining tool from United Gilsonite Laboratories lets d-i-yers create a wood grain effect on painted wood, metal, fiberglass or plastic surfaces.

Manufactured from high strength, fiberglass-reinforced nylon, DisplayLok's unique design allows installation in l/4" peg board, even in tight places or under shelves. Their rounded tips and slight flexibility add safety.

Used with wood soains, the tool applies a simulated wood grain finish and can help make steel doors look like real wood.

Durable Poly Sheeting

A comrgated polycarbonate plastic sheeting designed for d-i-y outdoor building projects is now available from Suntuf USA

Suntuf sheets offer 1007o protection from ultraviolet rays and, though virtually unbreakable, are easy to cut and install using ordinary tools. They are said to retain their good looks and strength across a broad temperature range and won't crack, split or yellow over time.

Uses include gazebos, roofing for deck and pool enclosures, canopies, partitions, skylights and awnings. Sheets come in 26" and custom widths, a variety of colors and two basic profiles (a square wave and a rounded wave design), as well as custom profiles.

Swaner Hardwood Co. is proud to announce a new subsidiary - Mount Baker Plywood, Bellingham, Wa., fuflher assuring you of a steady, reliable source for hardwood products.

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5 West Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, Ca.91502

FAX 81 8-846-3662

(213) 849-6761

Safe Drill Seller

The popular "Drill-Seller" countertop display from Huot Manufacturing is now available with a locking Lexan cover.

to show more drills. All compartments display drills vertically and are specially rounded to make small drills easy to reach.

The display comes in three sizes (for fractional drills, wire gauge drills and letter drills), each containing a built-in inventory system that eliminates the need for cost sheets and recording the number of drills on hand.

Vac Up

A new line of wet/dry utility vacs designed to prevent tipping over has been inroduced by Genie.

pull their vacs around by the hose. Vacs also include convenient recessed handles, wrap-around power cord storage and a no-alignment latch system that simplifies reassembly after tank emptying.

Do-lt-Yourselfer Safety Kit

A compact Workshop Safety & First Aid Kit from Miracle Point packages together for use at a home workshop the safety products that have long been mandatory minimum standards at the workplace.

Made from shatterproof Lexan for high durability, easy visibility of all drills and effective protection, the clear cover is hinged to the display and swings up for access to drills by sales people.

Measuring only 14" long x 12-314" wide x 14-114" high, the merchandiser is designed to use less counter space

The Sure-Foot design features a wide. stable base and lower center of gravity, recessed casters to permit the vac to ride low to the ground, and a side hose-entry port since most users

Kits include a full supply of basic first aid items, plus a dust mask, goggles, ear plugs, gloves, and MagnaPoint Tweezers, super precise rwenzers with an adjustable 5x power magnifier.

In new construction or older retrofits, Strong-Tie Connectors add extra atrength to help withstand high wind loads or seismic stress at critical building juncturea.

Our connectors are manufactured of high-quality steel, a,re engineered to perform to code or better, and reflect the excellence that comes from our 35 years of superior gervice to the building industry.

So. for extra reinforcement wtrere it counts, look into Strong-Tie Connectors they can help you add structural strength to your home.

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P.O. Box 309, Rancho Cordova, CA 95741 (916) 631-W0OD rgseg) FAX (s16) 631-s31

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