NEW PRODUGTS

And Selected Sales Aids

Screening Room

Sunrooms featuring screened walls and skylight ceiling panels are now available from Alcan Buildine Products.

The structural panels of Sunview Screen Rooms interlock to provide a weather resistant, load-bearing roof, while its fascia system serves as a

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Swedish Shelving

The Scandinavia solid unit has been introduced by Waam International.

built-in gutter and forms a clean roofline.

Skylight ceiling panels of high impact acrylic diffuse the sun's harsh glare while allowing in a soft, filtered lisht.

Custom measured and installed, the rooms are offered in white. bronze and chestnut brown bakedon finishes.

Panoramic Plywood

Colored, film-faced plywood panels constructed of Finland birch are now available from Finland Color Plywood Co.

The colored film consists of a double-sided phenolic resin-impregnated base paper which is then hot pressed onto the surface. The surface is said to be glossy (while allowing the wood grain to show through), smooth, hard and abrasion, moisture and common chemical resistant.

The 4'x8' panels, with thicknesses of l/4", 7/2", 5/8" and 3/4", are available in yellow, green, black, light brown and dark brown.

pine shelf to the U.S.

Installed between 2" x 4" or 2" x 6" rafters or panels, tight weight Insul-Foil reportedly offers a sum- mer R value of 28 and winter value of RI9/VBC. class A. which meets flame spread criteria.

Made from Swedish northern pine, the five-shelf, free-standing unit comes as a ready-to-assemble kit, pre-cut, pre-drilled, complete with all hardware and packaged in a corrugated display carton.

The 3l -l /2" wide by 70- l /2" high by 12" deep cabinet is available'in two thicknesses: l/2" for a 44-lb. per shelf load capacity and 3/4" to'accommodate 66 lbs.

Foliage Filters

Filter bags of fertilizer providins months of conrinuous fe6ding foi flowers and plants have been lntroduced by Promac Forestry Research.

Gromax is a premeasured pouch of resin-coated, slow release fertilizer, packed 12, 24,36 and 100 bags to a container.

Three versions are available: for flowers and vegetables; shrubs, trees, bushes and container plants, and irrigated landscapes.

Ca'bineTray

New roll-out trays providing easy access to items stored in the far reaches ofcabinets are now available from Kitchen Kompact.

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Outdoor Wood Screw

A new wood screw made of stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance is now available from Swan Secure Products.

wrapped around pipes befbre applying insulation. Reportedly, the system automatically senses pipe temperature and will adjust its power output accordingly.

The Frostex System includes flexible, cut-to-order heating cable, fused power plug and gel end seal.

Flagging Behind

Flagging tape in four standard and three fluorescent colors to make marked objects more identifiable is new from Empire Level. Made of pvc extruded plastic to

Designed for cedar and redwood, it features a self-counter sunk bugle head, No. 2 square drive recess to eliminate driver bit cam-out, a sharp point for quick penetration, self-tapping course threads, and a non-stick dry lubricating film coating.

Wood Protectant

Reportedly the first one-coat clear wood preservative and water repellent to provide deep penetrating protection against termites, ultraviolet light, mildew stains, decay, rot and fungal stain, and water damage has been introduced by DAP.

Available in one-gallon and fivegallon cans, Premium Woodlife can be painted or stained.

Piping Hot

An easy-to-install pipe heating system to protect water pipes from freezing and bursting has been introduced by Raychem Corp.

endure weather, wind and wear, the 1-3l16"-wide taPe comes in 150' rolls.

The tape is ideal for marking hazards and barriers, especially on construction and surveying sites.

Tiles On File

A ceramic tile display designed to showcase 18 different samples in a minimum of space has been designed by Multiplex.

Sliding Truck Floor

The Rolling Deck, an extendable floor which can be installed over the existing floor of virtually any pickup truck or van, is new from East Coast Rollout.

The merchandiser is constructed of vinyl laminated particleboard and is available in right-hand and lefthand units, which may be used together or separately.

Reportedly installed in 30 minutes, the floor operates like a drawer to provide easy access to materials and tools in the truck and van cargo areas.

Features include heavy duty construction capable of supporting I 000 lbs., 24 permanently sealed precision ball bearing wheels, and an automatic locking system.

Eleven different models are available.

Ghill Power

Soft pocket coolers from Thermos turn coolers into carry-alls.

All models feature thick polyethylene insulation surrounded by a metalized barrier, multiple pockets, a variety of carrying strap options, double zippers, insulated main compartment, and adjustable shoulder pad.

The tropical green 8-quart cooler also has a front storage pocket and a sliding grip on the shoulder strap. Additionally, the blue l6-quart model has a double-zippered front pocket, shorter straps that snap together to form a single handle, sturdy vinyl bottom and removable liner for easy cleaning.

And the red 20-quart carrier has a vinyl bottom, removable liner, third dry storage pocket, two snap-together carrying straps, and detachable shoulder strap.

Mid-Size Movers

Two new Mid-Ranger trucks ideal for heavy load applications have been introduced by PACCAR Inc.

The 33.000-lb. GVWR tilt-cab trucks feature Rockwell 12.000-lb. front and 21,000-lb. rear axles, prenrium Cunrmins 6CT8.3 engine. Spicer l4-in. two-plate clutch and

Multi-User Accounting System

Looking for a mini-computer to do your accounting? Or a network of IBM-PC compatibles?

Here's the On Balance alternative: Add a co-processor card to a PC compatible and give it thc power of a mini-computer. Add time tested software that's already in use in reman plants, wholesale building material suppliers and sawmills. That's the On Balance Accountins System.

You can buy a four user system for under $25,000, including hardware and software. If you already have an IBM-PC compatible, it's even less. We can finance the software. We offer custom programming to your specifications.

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Fuller six-gear transmission. The new Kenworth and Peterbilt nrodels also offer power steering,

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Three For The Air

A new three-in-one home air compressor from Ingersoll-Rand can be used as a standard tank-mounted air compressor, hand-held compressor without the tank, or portable compressed-air storage tank without the compressor.

tight turning circle, walk-through cab with space for three people and adjustable, cloth-upholstered driver s seat.

Swing Set In Storage

A revolving swing-out shelf kit which instantly places items stored in the back ofa cabinet at one's fineertips is new from Encore

As a tank-mounted unit. it is ideal for spray painting, stapling, caulking and powering other air tool accessories. For light projects, it transforms into a hand-held tool for caulking, gluing, air brushing or air-gun cleanlng.

And filled with compressed air, the storage tank detaches to go anywhere to inflate tires, air mattresses, rafts or sporting equipment.

The air compressor requires no oil for lubrication, offers tool-free disconnection between it and air tank, and includes a l5-ft. air hose.

Rustworthy Paint

A one-coat rust inhibitor Paint from Hunting Specialty Products uses heat-hardened glass and special resins to form a durable, rust-free barrier.

Hammerite coating reportedlY can be applied without extensive preparation, covers surface pits and scratches with a single coat, and dries in l5 minutes.

It is available in l5 colors.

Power Tool Chest

The Power Box, a tool container big and strong enough to accommodate power tools, has been introduced by Plano Molding Co.

The2l-5/16" x l2-1/2" x12-3/4" tool box features a removable holder that can support a 7-l/4" circular saw, fold-away handle for easy carrying, and recessed side grips for twohand toting.

Pine's A Treat

High quality southern yellow Pine for virtually any construction application is now available from TempleInland Forest Products Corp.

Graded to Southern Pine InsPection Bureau standards, the lumber is kiln dried to 15% to ensure lower shrinkage and crook. All TemPleInland bundles carry the Mill 77 identification of quality, as well as grade and length information and the company's trademark T-wheel.

Extremely durable and treatable, southern yellow pine is a natural choice for treaters, and ideal for patios, decks and other outdoor Projects.

And now Britt Lumber proO ire available in cedar, toa , ' :

Dial & Drive Nailer

A new coil-fed pneumatic nailer from Stanley-Bostitch features an exclusive Dial-A-Depth fastener control which permits the operator to accurately control nail penetration.

tightly against the surface without head penetration.

The nailer is built of rugged, precision die-cast aluminum. and the canister is angled to make it easier to reach into confined places.

It holds up to 350 nails, depending on length, and the canister can be quickly adjusted to accommodate nails from l' to 2-3/16" lone.

Harsh Brush Hedger

Powerful hedge trimmers featuring two fast-cutting reciprocating blades providing scissor-type cutting action in thick brush are new from AEG Power Tool Corp.

Available in long 20" and 26" cutter bar lengths, the trimmers are said to cleanly and quickly cut saplings up

The Merchant Magazine to 5/8" thick with their 2.8 amp motors at 3,200 srrokes per minute. Safety features include a front hand shield, safety clutch and double switches to guard against accidental starts.

The double insulated cutters oDerate on 120 volt AC power. weigh up to 7 lbs., and come with comfortdesigned handles, blade cover and extra long I 2' cord.

D-l-Y Lamp Post

A two-piece decorative lamP Post retailing at reportedly half the price of similar cast aluminum Posts is now available from Rotocast Lighting Products.

sity polyethylene exterior combined with structural polyurethane closed cell foam around a galvanized steel post.

Plug The Squeaks

The Squeakender, a hardware device said to eliminate floor squeaks, is new from E&E Engineering.

Fire Safety For Kids

A fire safety kit for nurseries and children's bedrooms has been introduced by Funtech, Inc.

The posts come complete with post base, column, light fitter, 17" tall acorn globe, four mounting bolts and installation template. Posts are made of linear low den-

Designed for both old and new floors, it can be attached with a wrench to the underside of the floor to draw the floor back into contact with the joist.

The kit includes a smoke detector shaped like a firetruck, puppy or kitten; coloring book; fire prevention team membership card, and reflective child-locator window sticker.

Detectors have an 85 decibel horn, low battery signal, 9-volt battery, and a twist-lock mounting bracket for easy battery replacement.