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patible glulam beams for use in engineered floor systems and E-Z Rim Board for dimensional stabilitY.
Glulams are kiln dried and laid uP for strength against splitting, cracking, checking, shrinking or twisting.
The Last Straw
An engineered particleboard product that uses wheat straw as its primary ingredient has been introduced by Isobord Enterprises Inc.
Isobord panels are lightweight, yet
Lights On Command
A voice-activated light switch that provides illumination on demand has been developed by Vos Systems LLC. IntelaVoice plugs into any standard outlet and allows users to turn a light on and off by uttering one word: lishts.
sturdy and available in thicknesses from ll4" to l-112".
Panels come in standard lengths and widths, as well as special order sizes with a fire retardant option.
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Struclams are used primarilY for unexposed headers and beams in residential and commercial construction.
E-Z Rim Board offer lightweight, one-piece installation with solid nailing surfaces and sealed edges.
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Renews Discolored Wood
Okon, Inc. has introduced a new product that cleans and restores discolored and gray exterior wood surfaces.
Wood Cleaner is ideal for use on wood siding, decks, gazebos, fencing and outdoor furniture. It can be applied by brush or roller.
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Contractor Software
A line of software packages and forms for contractors is new from E-Z Legal Forms Inc.
Skylight Light
Solatube International, Inc. has introduced an electric light fixture to fit the company's 10", 14" and 16" tubular skylights.
Each light kit is Ul-listed and suitable for wet or damp locations, such as shower stalls, bathrooms and laundry areas.
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It's A Frame-Up
The product can be Pre-Programmed for three other vocal commands to allow users to turn on and off fans. radios. televisions and other small appliances with up to 150 watts of power.
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A line of engineered wood Products designed to work together in an integrated framing system is available from Willamette Industries.
The E-Z Frame System includes glulams, Struclam laminated veneer lumber, StrucJoist engineered wood for roof or floor framing, I-joist com-
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Construction Estimator are two of the many software titles available to help contractors run their businesses more efficiently.
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A Pair of Wood Restorers
An epoxy liquid that restores strength to deteriorated wood and an epoxy adhesive paste that replaces missing sections of wood are available from Abatron, Inc.
expanse, such as a garage door or a picture window.
The Alcoa Mantel System is l0 ft. long and is molded from a single sheet of polystyrene, allowing the product to resist impact from tree branches, hail and windblown objects.
The product comes with a clip-on keystone to cover joints, allowing for longer expanses. In addition, concealed mounting eliminates face nailing and a built-in water diversion carries water away from the subwalls.
The UV-stabilized white finish can be custom painted to match any exterior color scheme.
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Check'em For Lead
A d-i-y lead detection test kit for contractors and remodelers has been introduced by Homax Products Inc.
Thermal-resistant Treflite bonds to wood, concrete, steel and glass.
Special tools are not required during application and a 5-gallon pail covers 40 sq. ft. at 1/8" deep.
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It's Now Or Ladder
A steel rolling ladder designed for industrial and warehouse use is new from Louisville Ladder Corp.
LiquidWood hardens upon penetration to rebuild and waterproof rotted window sills, frames, furniture, columns and floors.
WoodEpox fills, repairs and replaces missing wood and can be shaped, planed, sanded, painted and stained, just like wood.
Both products are specified for use in restoring historic buildings.
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Dis-robes Dual-Wires
A cutting tool that simultaneously strips in a single motion l2/2 or l4l2 NM type sheathed cable is new from Klein Tools.
LeadCheck detects hazardous leadbased paint and lead-contaminated dust and can be performed on any surface in just 30 seconds to determine if lead is present.
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Epoxy Floor Resurfacer
A quick-set, non-shrink epoxy that furnishes a strong, non-skid finish to old and new floors is new from Garon Products, Inc.
The Dual Wire Stripper/Cutter snips two, solid wire sizes in a single stroke. The stripper also cuts #10 AWG wire.
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This Mantel's Not A Mickey Alcoa Building Products Inc. has introduced a new long mantel system that can be installed over a larse
The SX2400-X09
Steel Rolling Warehouse Ladder offers a 50" stairway slope, wide steps and six casters for easy mobility and maneuverability.
The ladder is available in 12 different models, from a five-step model that reaches a top step height of 3'2" to a lS-step model that reaches 1l'10U2".

Circle No. 612 on ony New Producl is ovoiloble by circling the corresponding Reoder Service number opposite the bock cover ond sending the form to New Products Editor, either by FAX to 949-852-0231, by E-moil to ddelvol@ioc.net, by moil to 4500 Compus Dr., Suite 480, Newport Beoch, h.92660, or by colling (e4e) 8s2-r eeO.
Open The Door & Let'em ln
A five-panel embossed door with two rectangular vertical top panels is new from Premdor.

The new entry system features 24-
Pocket This Saw
A two-bladed folding pocket saw that cuts through wood, metal, drywall and plastic is new from Allway Tools.
The FS2 Folding Pocket Saw cuts on the pull stroke and folds up to l"x 4-112", similar to a jackknife.
One hacksaw blade is equipped with 32 teeth per inch for cutting metal pipe, bolts and BX cable. The other blade features l0 teeth per inch and is ideal for cutting wood, tree branches, moulding, plywood and drywall.
Circle No.614 gauge galvanized steel panels and perimeter weatherstripping and will accommodate 22" x36" decorative glass.
The doors are available in stainable and standard smooth paintable steel finishes.
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Helps In Sticky Situations
A non-abrasive, liquid adhesive remover that doesn't leave behind stains or residues is new from Doumar Products, Inc.
Un-du removes sticky labels, masking tape, duct tape, tar and price stickers from wood, wallpaper, painted walls and most other surfaces.
The product reportedly will not discolor plexi-glass, acrylics or other clear plastics.
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Nailer Repair Kits
Repair kits for nailing and stapling products are available from Duo-Fast. Each kit comes with all required parts as well as "true-to-size" diagrams and a "target" repair time that indicates how quickly each repair takes.
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No Flooring Around
A dimpled, heavy-gauge plastic membrane subfloor that is laid directly atop concrete slab floors to provide a seal against moisture is available from Cosella Dorken Products Inc.
Cut-to-size individual sheets of Delta-FL are overlapped and interlocked by 6" to create a moisture-preventive seal. The product is then covered with plywood sheets or OSB prior to carpeting or other flooring applications.
The product's layer of insulation eliminates the chill from basement floors and also provides greater walking comfort.
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Hold That Drill
An accessory that converts drills and other rotary hobby tools into stationary tools is new from Wolfcraft, Inc.
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The Stationary DrillAlobby Tool Holder firmly holds and secures most drills and rotary hobby tools in a precise, horizontal position.
The tool holder base can be mounted to a workbench using the double-legged clamp and mounting holes allow permanent installation.
The tool holder is manufactured from a sturdy ABS base and can be used for securins tools to be used in combination with flexible shafts.
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A Real Nail-Biter
A new l5-gauge nailer from Hitachi Power Tools features a slim body and smaller, nomar pad that permits a direct line of sisht to the wood's surface.
The NT65AA Angled Finish
Nailer comes with a depth of drive control that allows the user to countersink or flush-drive nails and a 360" exhaust deflector that channels air to any direction.
The product can drive 1-114" to 2-1/2" ll-gauge finish nails and comes with a carrying case and a leather grip.
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Double-End Utility Saw
A double-end utility saw that also doubles as a minihacksaw and pruner is new from Vermont American.
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Contour Grip Saw into a general purpose tool that cuts through virtuallv anv material from both ends of the saw.
The saw comes with a 6" reciprocating blade for wood-cutting and a 10" 24-tooth hacksaw blade.

Contour grips enable comfortable cutting from both saw enos.
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Swan Secure nails are available in bulk cartons and convenient job. packs. Use collated nails for f raming, decking, roofing, siding, millwork and trim, molding, cabinetry, door and window casings, fascia boards. 'Bronze
Ground Zero
A 4-p. hardwood floor adhesives guide is free from Para-Chem Southern, Inc., Box 127 , Simpsonville, S.C. 29681 ; (800) 763-7272.
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Weather-Resistant Decki ng
An earthquake and wind resistant decking brochure is available from Hardy Industries, Inc., I 660 E. Main St., Ventura, Ca. 9300 I ; (800) 754-3030.
Freedom & Forestry
The 350-p. "Purple Hearts and Ancient Trees," detailing a forester's adventures in business, wilderness and war, is $18 from Jay Gruenfeld, Box 2087 , Gig Harbor, Wa. 98335; (253) 851-3883.
Building A Dream Home
The latest version of "Dream Home Builder" CD-ROM is available from Dream Home Source, 6600 S.W. 92nd Ave., Ste. 25, Portland, Or.; (800) 4470021.

The Ins And Outs of Roofing
An updated roofing technical manual is free from Versico Inc., 3485 Fortuna Dr., Akron, Oh.44312; (8OO) 992-7663.
Forklift Fleet
A 6-p.forklift fleet management brochure is free from Hyster, 10701 Hampshire Ave. South, Minneapolis, Mn. 55438; (800) 497 -837 |
Versatile Decking Video
A flooring, wall and waterproof decking system video is available from Crossfield Products Corp., 3000 E. Harcourt St., Rancho Dominguez, Ca. 9022r; (3rO) 886-9100.
A Little Light On The Subject
A miniature halogen lighting brochure is free from Ardee Lighting, Box 1769, Shelby, N.C. 2815 1 ; ('104) 482-281 1.
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A 600-p. Better Homes & Gardens home repair and improvement guide has been released by Meredith Books, l7l6 Locust St., Des Moines, Ia. 50309; (515) 284-3000.
Grade A Flooring
A lloor grade brochure is $1.50 from the National Oak Flooring Manufacturers Association, Box 3009, Memphis, Tn. 381
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20th ANNUAL Siena-Pacific open house Sept. 17 in Redding, Ca.: (1) Company owner A.A. "Red" Emmerson, Jack Martin. (2) Darren Duchi, Tim DeOoito, Bill Duchi, Jack Greene, Andy Main. (3) Ed Langley, Bob

Bretz, Todd Murphy. (4) Doug Willis, Ted Gilbert. (5) Bob Borghorst, Dave Damon. (6) Shannon Bartlett, Anita Bunnell, Dan Davis, Skip Dailey, Larry Mullanix. (7) Greg Vincent, Vince Stout, Steve Hagen. (8) Carl Stader, John Dunkin, Ryan Yount, Ron Stevens, (9) Kevin Hayes, Chad Niedermeyer, Ben Leany. (10) Tom Liberator, Phyllis DeMartini, Rob Milne. (11) Joe Bowman, Kent Bond, Greg Gomon. (12) Becky McDonald, Brian Johnson. (13) Kathy & Gayle Monison, Jack Jenkins. (14) Eric Shelby, Jeff Smith, Bob Ahrens, Blaine Graham. (15)Tim Kennedy, Joe Feneira, Rick Hagle, Phil Dodson. (16) Al Fenyes, Tess Hutton, Ron Denick. (17) George Rogers, Doug Cox. (18) Jeny Hahn, Steve Baugh. (19) Guy Mackey, Dan Puckett. (20) Matt Hobson, Joe Beitler. (21JTim Cheney, John Ferguson, Bobert Levitt, Mark Kievit. (22) Pat Meyers, Sam Howard. (23) Scott Gaskin, Dean Winters.
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500 attended Siena-Pacific ooen house. including (1) company officer George Emmerson, Harvey Hetfeld, John Phillips. (2) Scott Eilifson, Rick Deen, Bob Shepherd, Charles Nichols. (3) Ryan Jackson, Alan Jackson, Kevin Joyce, Dick Jackson, Randy Johnson. (4) Earl Moore, Dixie Tibbets. (5) Steve Buske, John Sharp, Chad Singleton. (6) Mike Young, Todd Lund.
(7) Walt Schneider, Diane Ross, Robert West.
(8) Stu Heath, Kyle Keaton, Rick Hermanson.
(9) John Jacino. (10) Mark Setzer. (11) Carol & Keith Northrup. (12) Dan Merrill, Chase lsraelson. (13) Kelly Delacy, Robert Chandler.

(14) Bill Gunnell, Chris Skibba. (15) Jim Spainhower, Ed Murphy, George Hammann.
(i6) Frank Solinsky,'Ricn Giac5ne. (17) Tom