NEW PRODUCTIS

And Selected Sales Aids

Shake Tough

WeatherShakers, Wolmanized pressure treated southem yellow pine taper sawn shakes with a 35 year warranty, are new from T.R. Miller Mill Co.

Tl;re 24-in. shakes are colored with a cedar-colored pigment and eventually weather to a driftwood gray. The roofing is said to provide better insulation values than cedar, asphalt or tile, more sflength than cedar, lower labor costs and less waste.

The manufacturing process reportedly provides stability, uniformity, texture and resistance to rot, decay, termites, fungi, cupping, splitting and curling.

The complete selection includes fine thread, coarse thread, laminating, trim heads, tek drill points, hex washer heads, plated screws, pan heads, etc. They come in I and 5 lb. packages.

A "Pac-A-Rac" display stand is also offered free to retailers with a minimum purchase of packaged screws.

Beam Cutter

A 12" beam cutter from Prazi USA attaches in 60 seconds to any Skil, Makita, Milwaukee, Black & Decker or Craftsman 7-ll4" wormdrive or hypoid circular saw to allow 12" cutting capacity while improving accuracy.

Big Yard Bln

Ideal for yard work and trash removal, Top Haul 90-gallon all-purpose containers from Step 2 Corp.

measure 12 cubic ft. to handle loads up to 200 lbs.

A seamless, one-piece body and a rugged handle are balanced on three easy-roll wheels for simple maneuverability. A removable, snug fitting lid is also included.

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It will cut compound angles, arches, rafter pitch cuts, miters, stairs, log cuts, notched 6xl2 panels and ripping.

Closet Lining Pack

Cedar closet lining from George C. Brown & Co. is now offered in newlv designed Tra-Pac packaging.

ic pattem for any category, while incorporating fixture size, demographic data and product mix and movement information.

Instead of constantly rearranging planograms to fit their vision, merchandisers input their design and then watch the software do the work. Their expertise, coupled with customer demand, yields a finished planogram that is financially sound, space efficient and aesthetically pleasing to shop.

Horizontal and vertical merchandising by category and subcategory, similar to a "family tree" effect, helps create a generic pattern, usable for other planogram versions, cluster or store speci f,rc planograms.

It consists of an inventory interface which determines how much of each product to stock and a physical blocking capability which develops the correct placement on actual shelf sets.

Handle lt Wlth Brass

Up to 20 of the new boxes are displayed in an easily assembled rack measuring 33" wide, 13" deep and 63" high.

Preservatlve Sprayer

The new Deck Saver wood preservative applicator from Ames applies wood preservatives, sealers and light stains without messy drips or waste.

Five new handlesets manufactured of solid forged brass have been designed by Kwikset.

The Sheridan and Monarch models, of contemporary design, and the Arlington series, with.a colonial traditional motif, come in polished brass, antique brass, antique nickel and polished chrome. Colonial-style Chelsea handlesets are finished in polished brass, antique brass and antique nickel. The Mediterranean-design Athens model is available in either antique brass or antique nickel.

The handlesets, which can be matched with interior knobs or levers, contain an all steel rack and pinion mechanism, plus separate matching rose design, with a l" steel deadbolt.

Long Strand Lumber

PSL 300 long strand lumber from Trus Joist MacMillan uses wafer-thin strands of wood from currently underutilized species, such as aspen, to build quality lumber for the wood window industry and the residential consfuction market.

Holiday Llght Hooks

One-piece, solid brass hooks to hold holiday lights on homes or buildings without rusting or leaving ugly stains on siding are now available from Curtis Industries.

gallon poly tank tures removable poly flat fan-type nozzle, heavy duty poly shut-off, extra long 18" curved poly extension wand and 32" hose.

Pattern Merchandislng

Spaceman Astro-Set from tngistics Data Systems allows merchandisers to use their expertise by creating a gener-

Two interior level styles, as well as six knob styles, are available in combinations with single-cylinder deadbolts and dummy functions.

New transparent, wrap-around packaging shows consumers the handleset style, finish and interior hardware. The back of the package features illustrated instructions for both replacement and new installations.

The long-lasting hooks make it easy to install lights by hand on most surfaces, with strong grip threads to support heavy shings oflights.

Point of purchase displays contain 42 boxes. Each 40 count box is UPC coded.

Rooflng Insulatlon Nails

Versatile, cost effective nails from Maze Nails are ideal for applying roofing paper, insulation board, housewraps and other roofing and insulation materials.

Available in eight sizes from 3/4" to 2-112", Plastic-Hed nails feature large 15/16" head size for good bearing pressure and clipped corners to protect against cutting into roofing felt and housewraps. Deep ring shanks ensure superior holding power.

Almost Tile moldy grout lines typical of ceramic tile. lnstant Escape

SwanTile, fiberglass shower wall systems that look and feel like expensive grade custom design tile, has been introduced by Swan Corp.

They also feature two shampoo shelves and a soap dish. Panels are available with an extension kit to provide total wall coverage from tub ledge to ceiling.

Resembling a vertical drain gutter alongside a bedroom window frame, the Protector from Carbis Ladders quickly opens into an eirergency escape ladder.

When the Quik Disconnect Pin is released, the 500 lb. capacity, aluminum and stainless steel ladder locks into position.

With the pin properly engaged, the device reportedly is bulglar resistant since it cannot be opened from ground level.

The three- and five-panel systems reportedly never develop the cracks or

Two- and three-story models are available.

Whirliglg Kits

Old fashioned whirligigs to decorate home or garden are now available from Cherry Tree Toys.

Kits come in 36 different designs and three different skill levels. The easiest is precut and predrilled, requiring only sandpaper and glue for assembly.

Also offered are finished whirligigs and individual parts of brass and wood for those wishing to create their own design.

November 1991

Automatic Door Opener

A new door opener from Direct Door can open, close and stop interior doors in any position.

l2 volt rechargeable battery, it will operate for a year before recharging is necessary.

The opener has a slip clutch and doesn't interfere with manual operation of the door'. It mav be added to any standard interior do6r fitted with a conventional cylindrical door knob.

Self-Tying Tie-Down

E-Z-Ty universal tie-down systems from Shell Mold & Engineering eliminates knots and bungee cords.

WIts design makes it easy to cinch down and secur€ a rope without losing tension. Made of tough, lightweight composite materials, it won't scratch f,rnishes, conode o[ rust.

Compost Qulckener

Nature's Best Compost Acti-Vator, an all natural, organic product specifically designed to speed up the chemical and bacterial action needed to decompose vegetable and animal matter, is new from Koos, [nc.

Measuring 9 - | |4" x'l - | | 2" x2- | 12" deep, the wall unit attaches above a door and can be painted or papered to match the decor. Effective up to 50 ft., an infi'ared remote controlled transmitter operates the unit.

Installation, which takes about 30 minutes, requires five mounting screws and no wiring. Powered by a

The product comes in two sizes: 3ll2" in length to handle any cordage from l/8" to 3/16" in diameter and 5l/4" long to handle cordage from 3/16" to 3/8" in diameter.

The product is added to bins, bags or piles of leaves, grass and shrub clippings, kitchen scraps, wood shavings, sawdust or other materials to induce faster composting action, providing fresh humus, which can be added to yard soil as a rich, natural fertilizer.

Arch Windows

The Arch window line featuring low maintenance extedor, energy efficient glazing and natural wood interior has been inuoduced by Andersen.

Windows come in three exterior color options and 87 standard sizes. Special order sizes are also available. They are non-operating units compatible with Andersen Perma-Shield casement, awning and patio door lines.

Versatlle Level

The new Smartlevel Series 200 digital electronic level ft'om Wedge Innovations reads all anglesnot just level and plumbfor jobs like stair, roof and drainage calculations.

The easy-to-read digital display provides decimal point accuracy in degrees.

And unlike other professional levels. it can be recalibrated to factorvperfect accuracy at the touch of a button.

Door Store

A new entry door merchandiser from Simpson Door Co. displays three doors in a channeled framework. like three spokes in a wheel.

Exterior lineal lengths are covered with low maintenance reinforced engineered plastic, and the atched head members are constructed of stretchrcrmated aluminum. A durable finish is added.

lnterior lineal lengths are cons[ucted of clear pine and arched members of laminated maple. Two types of low emissivity glass are standard.

Doors can be easily removed to facilitate a sale or to change the designs displayed.

Optional recessed lighting illuminates the doors, revealing the detail of the handcrafted leaded glass and Innerbond raised wood panels.

For more permanent installations, the display doors may be prefinished and fimed with hardware. The display measur€s less than 8 ft. in height.

Razor Sharp Sales

Blades and tools from American Line can now be merchandised in eyecatching display buckets with stand-up headers to atn"ct impulse sales.

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Seueml dags occamulotion ol bondlng, normally requires o speial frp to the landflll.

Employees hote the danger and work to tmnsfer to dumpster or truck. A fant minutes when unpcklng units, results in this comryl aslly stored uah.nble soop, alrady stored in a steel drum for dlspsr,l ond sale. The "Band-Ade"-Eaoy to Bay-Catly to be vlthoat.

One display comes filled with 100 five-pack single edge blades. A second holds 100 multi-puqpose mini-scmpers.

Net Wrap

Goodwrappers stretch netting, a completely self-contained disposable handwrapper, ready to use right out of the box, is now available from J.C. Pan'y & Sons Co.

THE "BAND.ADE''

The mesh allows loads to breathe, eliminating condensation build-up which could waterlog and damage outer packaging of products.

Unique hand brakes dissipate the friction heat that develops w[en the operator squeezes the core extensions for frlm tension.

The Treated Answer

Lumber, plnvood, round stocK stokes, poles, & pilings

Agency stomped, ground contoct fire retordont pressure-treoted wood products ACZA

Shown Kelley. Chorles Thompson

Treated Lumber Saw Blade

A new carbide circular saw blade designed for smooth cutting through pressure treated lumber is new from Oldham U.S. Saw Co.

The 7-114" Deck Blade features an anti-stick chemical coating to eliminate bind-up and reduce friction between the blade and the lumber. It is ideal for decks, landscape timbers, retaining walls, fences and other outdoor projects.

It also has an ultra-thin kerf and an aggressive hook angle to provide high-speed cutting action with minimal stock loss. Shallow side clearance angles are designed to smooth-cut materials without splitting or chipping. And the micro-grain Carbide X-Cel tooth construction improves irnpact resistance by 22Vo over conventional carbide to keep the blade cutting sharper longer.

They are available in bulk displays or attractive individual packages that arc fully recyclable.

Solvent-Free Sealer

Master Guard acrylic latex wood sealer from Conklin preserves and protects exterior wood without damage to the environment. lt contains no solvents and meets all VOC requirements in every state.

Fully Furnished In Oak

A new line of grade A oak veneer storage systems combining the warmth and beauty of real oak with the versatility anil affordability of melamine systems has been introduced by Tru-Space.

Avaiiable ina wide variety of 14" deep configurations, Tru-Grain Oak storage systems are prefinished with a clear top coat and are easily cleaned using the same procedures us-ed on fine furniture. All adjacent doors are cut to provide a natural continuation of the woodgrain pattern.

Unfinished systems may be special ordered, allowing consumers to paint or stain systems to march existing furnishings. Components are easy to adjust and add to.

Componenis include drawers, shelving, .garment rods, shoe shelves with lips, velvetlined jewelry inserts, drawer belt dividers and tie and pants racks.

WHAT YOU NEED O WHEN YOU ]{EED IT

A single coat provides an invisible waterproof shield to protect wood decks, siding, fencing, doors, window frames, outdoor furniture, shakes and shingles from weathering. It also contains UV inhibitors to minimize sun fading and a mildewcide to guard against mildew and fungi.

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