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All inquiries regarding NEW PRODUCTS, New Literature or booHets and other items mentioned in this section should bE AddrESSEd tO THE CAI.IFORNIA LUMBER MERCHANT, Room 508, I08 West 6th St., Los Angeles 14. Your inquiries witl be promptly forwarded by us to the manufacturer or distributor, who will tAen answer your inquiries direct.

Foreslone Adds Wood-Dek, Acousticol Roof Deck

Forestone Acoustical Roof Deck and Wood-Dek are two new products announced by Simpson Logging Company, Shelton, Washington. Both products ofier roof and ceiling finishing economies to builders.

,.'New Picture Window t ,ton Be Rqised, Lowered Or Tilted Inword

Akron, Ohio-A totally new concept in picture windows is now being ofiered by The Brown-Graves Company, manufacturers of the well-known line of Bee Gee Twin/ f ilt Windows. Called the Bee Gee Tilt,/ View, the new design permits both sashes to ' be tilted a full ninety degrees into the room '. for faster, effortl-ess washing or painting i without removing screens or storm windows.

This tilting action also makes the Tilt/View a safer window because it eliminates the common household hazards of using ladders or sitting on outside sills to wash windows. o'i,.. Each sash can be independently raised, low- il" glazed with regular or insulated glass, the i; Tilt/View is ideally suited for window walls or use as a single unit in new home or homeimprovement projeits. Tilt,/View windows are completely weatherstripped and have special balances that eliminate old-fashion cords and weights.

..,: ered or tilted in at any desired angle to pro. vide controlled ventilation in any kind of ", weather.

Jolnt Seslont Adiusts fo Expansion, Controclion

A niw, longer-lasting sealing material which is unafiected by extreme temperatures, expansion or contraction has been developed by the Stonhard Company, Inc., Philadelphia maintenance materials specialists. Called Stonlast, this resilient material will form permanently weathertight seals for cracks and joints in concrete, brick, metal, wood or virtually any building material in use today. According to the manufacturer, Stonlast, with certain minor limitations, will seal "anything to anything." It is packaged as two component fluid pastesa base resin and a curing agent-to be combinbd at the job site. At 75"F. the mixture will remain easily workable for 2% to 3tl hours and will cure in 33 to 39 hours. Stonlast is available either in Heavy-body form to be applied by trowel, knife, or caulking gun or in Pourable form. Both types are available in three colors: black, gray and aluminum.

For additional information write the Stonhard Company, Inc., Dept. 123, 1306 Spring Garden St., Philadelphia 23, Pa.

Forestone is Simpson's riationally advertised acoustical treatment which features a decorator-styled finish. In the new roof deck form, Forestone is the finished ceiling side of a sturdy roof decking fabricated of multiple layers of asphalt-impregnated insulating board. The product combines four functions: it is a strong roof deck which will support all normal loads; has high insulating value; controls noise, and is an attractive, factory-finished ceiling.

Wood-Dek is similar to Forestone Roof Deck except that the exposed ceiling surface is select quality Simpson Hemlock plywood bonded to multiple layers of asphalt impregnated woodfiber insulating board. Exposed panels are scored and beveled on eight inch centers to create a luxurious planked effect. Wood-Dek is factory finished in a light-reflective white stain which accents the wood grain in relief. It does not require further painting.

For further information on the two products write: Simpson Logging Company, Room 1030, White Building, Seattle, Wash.

longue and Groove System ls Added to Plonkweld

A new feature has been introduced to United States Plywood Corporation's Plankweld: a tongue and groove system. Plankweld is the original prefinished, easy-tohandle wall panel in 16-inch widths. With the new tongue and groove, it is installed by nailing through concealed metal clips which slip into the grooved edge, under the tongue. No face nailing is required. The panel tongue of the new Plankweld has been deep-toned so that the completed joint is accentuated as a V-groove. Since panels are only 76f" wide by 8-feet high, they are simple to handle and go up quickly.

The original Plankweld installation system-which introduced the unique clip for nailing-produced a slight overlap at the joints. The change was made in response to growing public acceptance of V-grooved tlanels,

Versotile Froming Angle Announced by Acme Sreel

The development of a completely new, versatile framing angle, fabricated from coldrolled galvanized steel, is announced by Acme Steel Company of Chicago. The new material, AIM Brand Slotted Angle, has a precision-engineered recurring pattern of slots and holes to provide speed and convenience in assembly and maximum structural strength and rigidity. The material is designed to provide a wide variety of structures which can be assembled without welding or drilling and without the need of special skills or tools. Numerous applications meet maintenance, storage, materials handling, shipping and construction needs such as mezzanine structures, carts, tables, storage racks for general merchandise or special items such as tires or bar stock, electrical panels and shipping containers. Friction-type joints are made by bolting through vertical and horizontal slots. Where load factors require maximum joint strength and struct'ural rigidity, lock-joints are formed by bolt.ing through the round holes. Charts of recommended loads for beams, and uprights for various structures have been published.

Dynamotlve, Gos-PoweredElectric-Driven Fork-lift

Automatic Transportation Company has developed its new line of Dynamotive gas powered-electric driven fork-lift trucks. The gas engine on the new line of Dynamotives transmits its power through a specially designed variable voltage generator to a matched DC series wound electric drive motor, forming a synchronized power package which supplies instant power at the touch of the accelerator. This type of drive enables the gas engine to operate at its most efficient speed at all times, thus resulting in greater fuel savings. Savings as high as 30/o are claimed by the factory.

Capacities of the new line of Dynamotives range,from 4,000 to 10,000 pounds with lifting heights to suit all applications. Fast travel speed of 8.5 M.P.H. and lifting 4,000 pound loads up to 75 F.P.M. permits you to handle more tons per hour.

Wilhold Builders Adhesives is a convenient way for attaching wood mem,bers to all masonry surfaces. Full strength without drilling holes, No plugs required-no danget of cracking or chipping or exposing reinforcing steel. Wilhold Builders Adhesive is easy and economical for attaching sign boards, shelving, trim and all woodwork to concrete. Quart Unit list price $2.75. Free inforrnation and specification data on request. Write Wilhold Products Co., 678 Clover St.. Los Angeles 31.

UALCO Sliding Window Woterproof, Weatherproof

Completely waterproof. and weatherproof service in any climate is now provided by the UALCO Aluminum Horizontal Sliding Window. Weatherstripping is double ,bulb vinyl at jarnbs and meeting rails, where tight closure is provided by a semi-concealed crescent lock. At the head, weatherstripping is continuous stainless steel; and at the "double" si11, with weep channel between for positive drainage of inside and outside moisture, one-piece stainless steel weatherstripping keeps out cold and helps provide easy sash glide.

Featuring heavy extruded sections throughout, the UALCO slider is available in three fin series, for quick, uncomplicated installation in any type of construction: Standard Fin, Integral Fin, and Buck Fin. The Integral Fin series needs no exterior trim accessories and has extra-deep "reveals" adaptable even to cedar shakes and drop siding. A positive integral drip cap at the head is L/e" deep. Screen and storm sash are installed from inside, on the outside of the window, in integral channels.

The UALCO Horizontal Sliding Window can be glazed aI the factory or on the job, with clear or obscure glass. When unlocked, sash are easily removable, without special positioning, for washing or re-glazing. One panel may be fixed, and center-fixed panel windows are available. Also available are UALCO Horizontal Slider Picture Windows, which can be glazed with /s" or /1" glass or with ft" insulating glass; glazing bead is included for all UALCO Slider Picture Windows.

This product fornia by The Angeles.

Filon Adds Counter Disploy lo Deqler

Point-of-Sqle tloteriols

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New'Clossic Gushiontone'

Classic Cushiontone, an advanced styling in wood fiber acoustical ceilings, is being introduced to lumber dealers ,by the Armstrong Cork Company. The new lace-like design produces an unusual and attractive freeflowing effect in an installed ceiling. Available wtih strong tongue-and-groove joints or butt edges, Classic Cushiontone comes in lZ"xl2"xl" tiles suitable for nailing or stapling to wood furring strips or cementing directly to the existing ceiling. A l6"xl6"xr6" tile size is expected to be available by midOctober. Tie-in window posters and counter cards may be obtained from Armstrong wholesale distributors. The "Armstrong Circle Theatre" telecast will carry live commercials for Classic Cushiontone on Octo,ber 29. November 12, 26, and December 10.

Wood Conversion lntroduces Decorqior Acousticql Tile

A new acoustical ceiling tile with a fissured pattern has been introduced by Wood Conversion Company, St. Paul, Minnesota. The new product, Nu-Wood Micro-Perf decorator acoustical tile. features a travertine marble pattern, dotted with hundreds of needlepoint perforations, invisible when the tile is applied to the ceiling, yet provide highly effective noise control. Nu-Wood Micro-Perf tile is available in either gray or beige colors, with non-glare white base finish that gives more than 80Vo lieht reflection. When the fissured pattern is applied to this white surface, a distinctive two-dimensional efiect is created.

Filon Plastics Corporation, El Segundo, Calif., has added a new counter display to its package of point-of-sale materials for dealets. The counter piece, with a three-color backdrop of corrugated Filon, features a wire tack for displaying a complete set of color samples with light and heat transmission charts, and brochures outlining how to build with Filon. The display is available to all clealers selling Filon fiberglass reinforced plastic panels.

New Sqnder-Plone by Skil Corporotion

A new Sander-Plane, which will cut in half the time required to remove material from wood, plaster, plastics or other composition materials, has been announced by Skil Corporation, Chicago. T,he manufacturer recommends the versatile, new .Perma-Grit Brand Sander-Plane for do-it-yourself projects and for heavy, professional use such as that performed by painters, cabinetmakers or carpenters. In addition, it has literally hundreds of applications for industrial purposes. The abrasive surface of the new tool is of tungsten carbide grits copper-bonded to a steel blade. The plastic handles are shaped like those of a regular plane with comfortable two-handed grip, permitting balanced action and full leverage for hdavy strokes.

Yotes-Americqn frlorkets New 12" Jointer

The Yates-American Machine Company, Beloit, Wisconsin, announces production of a newly designed, lower priced 12" jointerModel J-139. The new jointer is a heavy duty belt drive machine featuring solid cast iroir construction and maximum safety features throughout. A massive 8 ft. x 12 in. table provides sturdy support for heavy production. Cutterhead knives can be individually adjusted. The machine is available less motor and switch or with magnetic starter and 5 h.p. motor. Bulletin available on request.

Plywood, Steel or Al-urninum Pqnels Used ' ln Prefcrb Curgo Vons

An expandable, collapsible and re-udable cargo van for land and marine freight transportation-proved to save costs in labor, handling, insurance and packing materialhas been made available for distribution by Jaton Products Corporation, 700-706 Court Street, Brooklyn, N. Y. The prefabricated cargo vans (patents pending) can be used many times, and adjusted in size by using com,binations of. 3/4" waterproof plywood, steel or aluminum panels. Capacities of the vans now available run up to 420 cubic feet. Disassembled for return. a van of this si2e would occupy only 35 cubic feet. Larger sizes are available on order. The vans have proved in Europe to provide savings of 40 to 7O/o in labor for packing, l0 to 40/o in handling costs, 50 to 70% in insurance premiums for theft and breakage, 25 to 70/o in packing material, and l0 to 20% in carriage charges.

For strength and rigidity, each 3/4" plywood panel in the van carries an iron frame with openings through which assembly is made with nuts and bolts.

New Booklet Shows Design Dqfo, Uses for Teco Du-Al-Glip Anchors

Washington-Economical applications and design data for new Teco Du-Al-Clip framing anchors are shov/n in a booklet just issued by the manufacturer, Timber Engineering Company, engineering affiliate of the National Lumber Manufacturers Association. Featured in the new booklet are tables of safe working values and maximum joist spans, and ten applications where Du-AlClips provide economical secondary structural framing.

The booklet illustrates how Du-AlClips tie the entire structure together from concrete slab to studs, or floor joists to headers-to walls, ceiling and roof.

Du-Al-Clip framing anchors are used with 2" or thicker lumber. They are manufactured in one style with both right and left hand types, and provide for nailing on two surfaces. The elongated rectangular flange of the anchor grips both headers in floor and ceiling framing and both plates in roof anchorage. A special "pre-fit" corner projection on the wing-shaped flange speeds installation by permitting the anchor to ,be tacked in place prior to nailing. The anchor requires no bending or twisting before use.

Copy of the new "design data and uses" booklet is available without charge from Timber Engineering Company, 1319 l8th Street, N.W., Washington 6 D.C.

GOOD HOI'SEKEEPING IS. . GOOD SAFETY

(Courtesy of the Lumber Merchants Association of Northern California)

GOOD HOUSEKEeptivC is the result of a planned program of orderliness and cleanliness.

It involves planning, supervision and the creation of good work habits of both yard and office employes, as well as by the truck drivers who deliver materials to your customers.

GOOD HOUSEKEEPING is essential not only to provide an efficient and safe place in which to work but also in conveying an air of orderliness and good management to customers visiting your yard.

Some rules of good housekeeping are: l. DISPOSE of all unnecessary rubbish, such as scrap lumber (much of this can be sold as kindling), debris, cartons.

2. COLLECT all loose tools and return them to their proper storage area.

3. REMOVE oil and grease from the floor both around machines and where automobiles or trucks stand.

4. KEEP machinery and electrical apparatus repaired to eliminate "tie-ups."

5. MAINTAIN fire-extinguishing facilities free of obstruction.

6. ENCOURAGE both store and yard employes to make good housekeeping suggestions.

GOOD HOUSEKEEPING must be practiced on a regular basis rather than through an occasional "grand clean-up" and should include not only store and yard but also such out-of-the-way places as roofs, overhead beams, shelving, ledges, yard buildings, etc.

GOOD HOUSEKEEPING pays dividends because it conserves time and motion in locating merchandise and materials, reduces the possibility of accidents to customers and employes as well as increasing employee pride in their place of employment.

Good Housekeeping Is Good Management

ForestDesignoted fo Preserve Oldest living Things

Methuselah Walk and the surrounding area in the White .Mountains of Inyo County, California,"which contain the oldest living things on earth-bristlecone pine trees-have been designated the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, the U. S. Department of Agriculture announced. Richard E. McArdle, Chief of the Forest Service, said "The Forest Service wants to preserve and protect these rare pine trees for botanical and historical purposes and for public enjoyment."

The area designated includes 27,000 acres of the Inyo National Forest along the crest of the White Mountain Range. It lies east of Owens Valley. Within it are 100 bristlecone pines over 4,000 years old and thousands in the 3,000-4,000 age bracket. A grove of the oldest trees will be named the Edmund Schulman Memorial Grove in honor of the man who discovered that the ancient bristlecones were the oldest living things in the world. The late Mr. Schulman and M. E. Cooley of the University of Arizona were working on a grant from the National Science Foundation when he discovered the age of the grove in 1957. The discovery culminated 20 years of research by Mr. Schulman among old trees. His findings aroused widespread public interest when recently reported by the National Geographic Society. Need for protecting the bristlcone pines became evident as soon as Mr. Schulman made his discovery. A souvenir market for pieces of bristlcone pine had be6n established by nearby private landowners who rvere selling limbs and pieces from their lands.