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Circular Saw Blades

Circular saw blades made from hardened alloy steel for applications that require framing, ripping, trim and finish work are new from Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.

Endurance blades come in two different carbide grades: C2 grade for

Deck The Halls

TimberTech Ltd. has expanded its composite decking product line by adding 2x6 deck planks, TimberTopper deck covers, a railing system, and fascia board.

The planks come in l2', 16' and 20', install like standard wood planks,

Cross-Cutting & Optimizing

Michael Weinig AG has introduced a new cross-cut and optimizing system with a computer terminal that designates whether sorting is determined according to length, quality or orders.

OptiCut 204 quickly calculates the best possible setting option from the and can be trimmed with fascia board or end caps. For resurfacing weathered wood decks, deck covers can be cut to length and then fastened in place over existing deck surfaces, without evening out warped boards.

Circle N0.401 of the markings, are exactly measured.

Reportedly, 12,000 linear meters or more can be cut per shift.

Circle No.402

Fanfold Club

Dow Chemical Co. has a new fanfold that reportedly enables underlayment to lay flat on the wall without humps or buckles.

Underlayment-LF comes in 50'x4' sections, ll4" or 3/8" thick, with plasticlplastic or plastic/reflective plastic facines.

Tlie product's flexibility allows corner-wraps without breakage or reinforcement.

Circle N0.403 resharpen ability and extra tough C3 srade.

- The product is available in diameters of 5-318" to 10-114" with 16 to 140 teeth.

Circle No. 404

The Taming Of The Screw usable material length and quality, while taking the desired quantities into account.

Cement board screws for fastening cement board, dense sheathings, wire lath, plywood and brick ties to light gauge steel and wood studs are new from ITW Brands.

In the process, all information, such as original length and positions

Rock-On screws come in 9xl-l/4" and 9xl-5/8" sizes and feature longlife, weather-resistant coating for durability and rust prevention.

Circle No. 405

Stairing Contest

Stair treads engineered to work with any stair system on new residential and multifamily construction are new from Weyerhaeuser Co.'s OSB Division.

holds l0 cartridges per strip, and comes with a one-year warranty.

The tool drives l/2" to 3" oins. and converts to a ceiling-worker by adding the JT-Pole Tool Extension handle, which adds 6'ofreach.

Circle No. 408

Attic Floor Boards

Isobord Enterprises Inc. has introduced attic floor boards made from premium engineered strawboard.

StorageBords are manufactured from finely chopped wheat straw with non-formaldehyde resins that contain no harmful toxins.

Sturdi-Wood stair treads are 1" x ll-1/2" x 12', bull-nosed one long edge, and can be cut to size on thejob site.

The product is reportedly unaffected by the weather and is made in compliance with ICBO rcporI# 4255.

Circle No. 406

Raised Panels In A Flash Zee Step has introduced flashing that raises stacked siding panels l/4", providing access for painting and protecting the panel from ponded water. Panel Flashing automatically aligns 5/16" , 3/8" , 7116" , l/2" and 5/8" panels during installation and comes in white enamel or light green primed.

The product comes in 10' lengths.

Circle No. 407

Pin Pals

A .27-callber, low velocity, pistolgrip tool that fastens 8mm and .300 header pins into concrete or steel is new from Jamerco, Inc.

JT-PAT feeds semi-automaticallv.

The 2'x4' product reportedly withstands dramatic temperature fluctuatrons.

Circle No. 409

Ex-Siding News

Cemplank, Inc. has introduced precut, 12' fiber-cement panels that boast the rich, detailed look of wood siding. Installed just like wood, Cemsoffit panels reportedly will not burn and are resistant to termites.

The siding is available in 12", 16" and 24" widths and offers a limited lifetime warranty.

Circle No. 410

Grout Of Sight Merchandiser

A grout kit that holds 40 colored grout channels specially cut to 1/4" thick is new from Custom Buildins Products.

The product opens up into an easel display and features molded plastic channels that reportedly won't crack, chip or fade.

Circle No. 411

An Octopus Of A Wrench

A box wrench made from hardened chrome-moly steel and featuring the eight most common wrench sizes is new from Stride Tool.

RotoWrench fits nuts and bolts from 5/16" to 314" and has 12 grip- is ovoiloble bycircling the corresponding Reoder Service numberopposite theinside bock coverond sendingthe form to New Products Editor, FAX to 949-852-0231, by E-moil to ddelvol@ioc.net, by moil to 4500 Compus Dr., Suite 480, Newporl Beoch, Ct.92660, or bycolling ping teeth said not to round their corners. The tool has a 30" swine arc for access in tight clearances and-features a "Spinlock" that allows users to quickly change sizes.

(94e) 852-r 9e0.

Circle No.412

Veneer Tester Makes Grade

An ultrasonic veneer tester that detects and compensates for changing wood temperatures as the veneer exits the dryer is new from Metriguard.

The digital 2650 DFX offers precision width detection, multiple grade settings, and multiple marking options for better control of the physical properties of the LVL.

Circle N0.413

You'll Make A Plier Outta Me!

Folding pliers that can be opened and closed with a one-handed flip of the wrist are new from SOG Specialty Knives.

The FineWood Series is factory finished with multiple, UV cured applications of urethane sealer and comes in solid or engineered formats.

The product comes in 2-l/4",3" or 5-3l8" engineered planks, plus l2"xl2" solid hardwood tiles.

Circle N0.415

Ergonomic Work Station

An ergonomic work station that adjusts in height from 28" to 42" is new from Hodge Manufacturing Co. The unit has awhite plastic 30"x60" laminated top, two 30" slanr ing shelves and one locking drawer.

Put'em Out To Stud

The unit has a gray finish, but can be color customized.

Circle No. 416

The 9.5-o2., stainless steel PowerLock locks in two open positions and contains folding scissors, a saw, three flat screwdrivers, a Phillips screwdriver, wire cutters, plier grippers and other tools.

Circle No.414

Prefinished Hardwood Floors

PermaGrain Products Inc. has introduced a new line of prefinished hardwood flooring that comes in three widths.

A pocket-size stud finder that lights up when a stud's edge is locat- ed and shuts off when the opposite edge is reached, has been introduced by Gardner Bender.

Stud Seeker is 5-l/2"x1"x114" and can detect studs behind drywall, plywood, paneling and flooring up to 3/4" thick.

Circle No.417

Solid Wood Panel Laminatinq

Michael Weinig AG has introduced a new-laminating machine for the production of solid wood panels. ContiPress is a compact, manually-fbd machine that offers continuous laminating and precise glue application.

The equipment can also be used for the production of dimension lumber, laminated beams and the edge gluing of lamellas for middle layers.

Circle No, 421

Fit and Trim

Benjamin Obdyke Inc. has introduced a new profile that reportedly fits most standard-framed garage doors with a standard WB 180 brickmould. Dent resistant Perma-Trim comes in two kit sizes: single wide 9'and double wide 16', both with header and jamb pieces.

Circle No. 422

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