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A Show Experience That is Not to be Missed
By Tom Chasteen Tom Chasteen, publisher of
Welcome to the first National Hardware Show® Special Issue of The Hardware Connection. As with all of my columns, I will be giving my views about the National Hardware Show® from my perspective as a current third-generation hardware retailer.
I SHOULD APOLOGIZE IN ADVANCE TO those of you who are not retailers and cannot understand my enthusiasm— it’s something you tend to acquire when you own your own hardware store and get the unique opportunity to work 60 to 70 hours a week. You either get enthusiastic about hardware or you quit, because it’s really not so much a business as it is a lifestyle. Hoo-ha!
I have been attending the National Hardware Show for more than 15 years and it is one of the most enjoyable and relaxing show experiences I have each year, because I don’t have a pre-planned agenda of things to do or issues to address. I go each year to see all of the new products that are coming out (like most hardware store
The Hardware Connection, is a third-generation owner of Tavernier Hardware in the Florida Keys and conducts The Hardware Conference annually in Marco Island with his wife, Dale.
owners I like to “finger the merchandise”), speak with good friends I may not have seen at the wholesaler shows and walk the aisles at a leisurely pace thinking of all the possibilities for my own hardware business.
I know what you’re thinking: if I’m going on vacation, I’m going on vacation, but tell me how many times have you gone on vacation and stopped in a local hardware store just to walk around and maybe introduce yourself to the owner? Hey, this is who we are as retailers!
But it goes far beyond just “fi ngering the merchandise;” I also get the opportunity to speak with some of the wholesale buyers we buy from, often discussing the viability of a particular new line of merchandise
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that is being introduced at the Hardware Show.
You would be amazed how difficult it is to be a wholesale buyer. Take the apprehension we retailers each experience when deciding to add a new line to our individual stores and multiply that by a hundred. In my estimation, being a wholesale buyer is one of the toughest jobs in this industry.
The other thing I find extremely rewarding about attending the Show is to be a part of the hardware industry and experience firsthand how really big this industry is. It truly does go way beyond the boundaries of our individual communities and primary wholesalers.
It is a worldwide industry that we have the opportunity to experience one time a year at the Hardware Show. International hardware retailers know this firsthand, because they literally travel all over the world to buy products for their customers. Many will travel 15 to 20 hours just to get to their primary wholesaler shows or to attend the National Hardware Show. Most of us dealers in the United States can travel to the Hardware Show in Las Vegas in less than 3.5 hours.
Many manufacturers show prototypes for the very first time at the National Hardware Show. Some manufacturers don’t have enough space to show all of their items at the various individual wholesaler shows, so
It is a worldwide industry that we have the opportunity to experience one time a year at the Hardware Show.
they typically focus on just the items that are backed up in the wholesaler’s warehouse, as they should.
However, at the National Hardware Show these same vendors will exhibit everything they make, and it is very surprising to realize the breadth of items they carry and discover products you never knew they made.
In over 15 years of attending the National Hardware Show I have never once come away feeling that it was a waste of time—not once! The National Hardware Show will never be able to replace your primary wholesaler show, but that’s not its purpose.
If you’ve never gone to the National Hardware Show, you owe it to yourself to come and “finger the merchandise” and experience firsthand just how big our industry really is. I know you won’t regret it.
If you are coming to the National Hardware Show this year, email me at tom@thehardwareconnection.com or call me at 305-240-0135. I would welcome the opportunity to meet and talk with you there—from one retailer to another. ■
Jeff Punzel, Owner Punzel Ace Hardware
National Hardware Show®
Preview
The 2012 National Hardware Show®, set for May 1-3 in Las Vegas, will feature a wide variety of services specifically tailored to help independent retailers grow their businesses. From special Independent Retailers Buying Desks to private lounges for independent retailers, this year’s Hardware Show will be an excellent opportunity for independent retailers to browse, network, learn and buy.
EVENT: National Hardware Show® SHOW HOURS: Tuesday, May 1: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 2: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday, May 3: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
LOCATION: Las Vegas Convention Center SHOW INFO: www.NationalHardwareShow.com
More than 2,500 exhibitors will be showcasing their newest product introductions at the 2012 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas.
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With hundreds of thousands of products on display and more than 2,500 vendors from over 30 countries offering special programs for independent retailers, attendees will find it easier than ever to locate unique products and place their orders for these items while they are at the Show.
More than 600 exhibitors are new companies or have not exhibited in the Show within the last two years, according to Sonya Ruff Jarvis, vice president of attendee programs for the National Hardware Show. New exhibitors will be identified with a “New Exhibitor” placard on their display.
Jarvis says Reed has been able to attract more category-leading brands this year. “We kept hearing our customers tell us that they wanted to see more big brands at the Show. We have been extremely focused on the last three years in bringing back the leading brands in each category. We are thrilled to announce that there are 30 percent more big brands in the Show including ITW Brands, Apex Tool Group, The
Check out the latest product innovations in the New Product Launch Spotlight area, located in the main lobby.
TORO Co., Weber and many more,” she says.
To make the show easy to navigate, Reed Exhibitions has organized the exhibit floor into the following product categories: Hardware & Tools; Paint & Accessories; Plumbing & Electrical; Homewares; Lawn, Garden & Outdoor Living; Storage & Organization; Tailgate/ Outdoor Recreation Products; Inventors Spotlight and International Sourcing.
Among the changes to the Show this year are a redesigned exhibit floor with thru aisles and a better alignment of like products, so buyers can shop and buy easier. Show organizers also came up with new ways to connect buyers and sellers through multiple programs designed to match the objectives of buyers with solution-oriented exhibitors through one-on-one meetings, scheduled appointments and customized itineraries.
A mobile app for the Show is available for all smartphones at www.nhsmobile.com .
Users can easily download maps with point-to-point navigation, exhibitor information show special and exhibitor promotions, as well as receive alerts on what is happening during the Show.
INNOVATION STATION
Retailers primarily attend the Hardware Show to discover hot new products to drive sales and meet their customers’ needs. Now attendees at the 2012 National Hardware Show® will be able to find the latest and greatest product innovations easier than ever during the event.
“Every time we poll our attendee customers the number one reason they come to the Show is to find new and unique products. As a direct response to that the National Hardware Show has corralled all of the new products together to make it easier to locate,” Jarvis says.
They are all located in two areas: the Innovation Station (includes New
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Products and New Inventions) located in room number 247, while the New Product Launch Spotlight is located in the main lobby.
The Innovation Station area will house:
• The New Product World display, which spotlights hundreds of new products from leading manufacturers.
• The Inventor’s Spotlight, where attendees can get an inside look at what may be the next big product or service in the industry.
• Green Product World, which allows retailers to keep up with the growing demand for environmentally friendly products and gather information on the latest in green, eco-friendly and sustainable products that today’s consumers are looking for.
“By providing areas that are designated to spotlight new products, we hope it will make it even easier for show attendees to see the latest and greatest innovations that manufacturers have brought to the show and provide exhibitors with an even more productive way to launch and showcase their newest offerings,” Jarvis says.
SPECIAL DISPLAYS
Attendees will also find special product areas devoted to Made in the
This year’s Hardware Show will feature more than 600 new exhibitors.
Over 2000 Lumber & Hardlines
www.pacsoft.com
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Landon Garner, Owner Garner Building Supply
“Pacsoft’s Optemizer Scibuy has improved store profit and put money in the bank.”
Dan French, Manager Baken Park Hardware
“At Pacsoft we take pride in providing our customers with the necessary tools and skills required to make the best decisions for their businesses.”
“By partnering with Woodware, Pacsoft has created a seamless millworking solution that has saved our staff a significant amount of time, and our customers love it.”
Lowell Stutzman, Owner Farmer’s Building Supplies
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USA and Energy-Efficient Products, as well as a new Pet Products initiative. Nearly 100 manufacturers will have a banner in their booth designating that they offer pet products.
The Made in the USA program has sparked interest from retailers who will be attending the Show, according to Jarvis, who adds that buyers are pleased to learn more than 100 companies will be participating in that area.
There will be two separate Made in the USA displays—one in central hall that will have representation from hardware & tools, plumbing & electrical, homewares & storage; and a second display in the north hall representing lawn, garden & outdoor living and tailgate & outdoor recreation. “This area is supported by the Made in the USA Certification Brand, who will be educating all of us on Made in the USA initiatives,” says Jarvis.
“Energy efficient continues to be a concern for consumers, especially during this economy; so, we have offered an Energy Efficient display on the Show floor in the plumbing & electrical category,” Jarvis adds. “This will help buyers determine what they’ll need for their shelves to supply the demand of their shoppers.”
Discover the latest eco-friendly products in the Green Product World display area.
In addition, Lancaster will be colocating its buying show in the adjacent Las Vegas Hotel & Casino (formerly the Hilton). All Hardware Show attendees will be able to check out the paint sundry items on display from more than 200 vendors at the Lancaster show on Wednesday and Thursday.
New PrODUCT BUYiNG
Independent retailers will be able to get the products they find at the Show into their stores faster and easier than ever thanks to the Retailers Buying Desks, a new feature at this year’s event.
These desks are staffed by the buyers from some of the industry’s leading distributors including True Value, Do it Best and Orgill, according to Jarvis. “This will allow retailers who buy through two-step distribution a convenient way to place orders for the products they find at the Show directly
through their distribution partners,” she says.
Another new feature is the New Product Review & Vetting Program, which was born out of an idea from a buyer, according to Jarvis. Nine retail and wholesale buyers are participating in the program from Do it Best, Distribution America, Handy Hardware, Jensen Distribution Services, United Hardware, Sears, Northern Tool & Equipment, Lancaster and PRO Group.
A Tailgate Party will be held Wednesday, May 2 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the outdoor tailgate exhibit area, with sweepstakes, giveaways, refreshments and music.
Each participant will have a meeting room that is open during Show hours and participating exhibitors are encouraged to drop off their product information to any or all companies that they are interested in selling. The buyers will review the product and respond during the Show (via e-mail, text or cell phone) to let the exhibitor know the outcome and/or next steps.
“Since it’s a new program we have no idea how many exhibitors will take advantage of it, but this is another opportunity that we have developed to allow buyers and sellers to connect at the Show,” Jarvis says.
TRAVEL PACKAGE
The National Hardware Show has made it more cost-effective for retailers to attend the event with the
introduction of the Total Convenience Travel Package. Independent retailers can stay at one of the official National Hardware Show hotels and enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner all for just $145 per day (subject to availability). This package is available only at www.NationalHardwareShow.com , which is also where you can go to register for the Show.
This special travel package is exclusively for independent retailers attending the Hardware Show. “We feel it is so important for independent retailers to be able to get to the show and experience all that it has to offer that we wanted to make sure that cost was not a barrier to their attendance, so we came up with this program to make it affordable for independent retailers of any size,” says Jarvis. n
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Product Spotlight
New products are the lifeblood of any hardware or home improvement store, and the National Hardware Show® offers the industry’s best opportunity to see the latest product innovations from leading manufacturers.
Check out these products at the upcoming National Hardware Show (May 1-3 in Las Vegas) or at a future wholesaler market.
QUICK ADJUSTING UNIVERSAL PULLERS
• Produced in partnership with German manufacturer Kukko, the Quick Adjusting line of pullers include 2-arm and 3-arm models that come in a variety of sizes and styles.
• Pullers use “ArmLock” technology, which guarantees maximum stability of the sliding arm and the claw.
• The geometry of the puller’s crossbar and sliding parts has been optimized (rounded) to ensure easy movement of the extractor hooks along the crossbar, while offering a rock-solid hold once positioned on the bolts.
• The knurled-knob adjusters enable quick loosening, positioning and tightening of the puller arms by hand, requiring no wrench.
Anglo American Tools www.angloamericantools.com 856-784-8600 | Booth #7449
SOLAR BIRD CHASE SONIC
• Solar-powered sound deterrent plays recorded bird distress and predator calls to deter birds from large open spaces.
• The unit can be programmed to the type of bird posing a problem and can be set to play day, night or both.
• It is lightweight, compact and water resistant for outdoor use.
• A solar panel mounted on top of the unit powers the system during the day, while rechargeable batteries keep the unit running at night.
CLAMPLIGHT
• Clamplight is able to clamp to objects such as auto hoods, tackle boxes and ladders, which allows handsfree usage for a safer and easier experience.
• When there is nothing to clamp to it can lock open to stand.
• The brilliant white CREE LED pivots and rotates in multiple directions to get light where you need it.
• Also comes in a mini version that is rainproof and floats.
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DAREDEVIL™ SPADE BIT
• Daredevil stands for best-in-class in speed, ease-of-use and durability.
• Features a full-cone threaded tip, which increases not only the speed of the bit, but also ease of drilling.
• Another patented feature of the Daredevil is the contoured paddle. This wave-like shape speeds up chip removal, adding to the speed of the bit.
• The patented spur-and-reamer design is unique because it not only scores the wood for a clean
VEHICLE HEALTH SYSTEM™
• This easy-to-use handheld device, available to brick-and-mortar retailers for the first time, contains everything needed to monitor a car’s health.
• It works on all 1996 and newer cars, trucks, vans and SUVs manufactured for use in North America.
• CarMD taps the same technology used by professional mechanics, but no automotive experience is needed to use it. Just plug the device into a vehicle’s on-board diagnostic port and CarMD does the rest. The device is ideal for uncovering hidden problems, inspecting used cars, diagnosing “check engine” light issues and
entry hole, but also has angled cutting edges that ream the hole for reduced breakout, leaving a cleaner exit hole than a standard bit.
Robert Bosch Tool Corp.
www.boschtools.com 877-BOSCH-99
identifying problems that have a negative impact on fuel economy.
• CarMD customers receive free access to CarMD’s database to generate personalized Vehicle Health Reports, which can reduce car repair bills and reveal if your car has safety issues or recalls.
CarMD
www.carMD.com 888-692-2763 | Booth #TG121
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LED FLASHLIGHT
• HP7 High Performance flashlight projects 251 lumens of brilliant light using just four AAA alkaline batteries (included). It has a runtime of up to 10 hours and a beam distance of 643 feet.
• Pure Beam™ focusing produces a pure, bright consistency across the entire beam; whether you want the tightest spot or widest flood of light. A cylindrical aluminum pedestal sits below the LEDs and decreases heat buildup, facilitating maximum light output and increasing LED lifespan.
• Keep one hand free while focusing the flashlight with just a thumb or
QUICK ROOF ULTRABOND
• It instantly stops leaks and permanently repairs roofs, gutters, skylights, windows, flashings, RV’s, mobile homes, trucks & trailers, garden sheds, pond liners, tarps and tents, and it will even stick to brick and concrete.
• It can be applied to most nonporous surfaces when wet, and in some cases even while submerged under water. It is guaranteed to never crack, harden or shrink.
• STEEL-LOC™ adhesive’s remarkable bonding properties are the
finger—by sliding the front bezel forward or back. Lock the light into the precise beam size for a task, from focused spot beam to broad flood beam, with just a twist of the front bezel.
• At the NHS, Coast will also be demonstrating its powerhouse HP21 High Performance LED flashlight. It can light up a football field, with 1,317 lumens, a range up to 850 feet and high, low and strobe modes.
COAST Products www.coastportland.com
800-426-5858 | Booth #7854
result of its proprietary blending of unique synthetic co-polymers and butyl rubber.
• Available in both black and white finishes, it can be installed to temperatures as low as 25°F without the need for primer, and it keeps on sticking from -70°F to 200°F.
Cofair Products Inc. www.cofair.com
800-333-6700 Booth #7221
WATERFALL™ SERIES SHOWERHEADS
• Line of full-flow, multi-function showerheads includes six new offerings and introduces the brand names Multnomah™ and Victoria™.
• The Multnomah™ series, named after Multnomah Falls in Oregon, is a wide-faced “Rain-Style” showerhead that offers 5 unique spray patterns. It comes in both fixed and handheld versions.
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• The Victoria™ series is named after Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe—the largest waterfall in the world. The Victoria™ offers 7 different spray patterns and also comes in fixed and handheld versions.
• Also available is a combo pack that includes two showerheads and a 3-way diverter.
ConservCo Water Conservation Products www.conservco.us | 775-747-3333 | Booth #3335
SAWBUDDIE™
• The SawBuddie™ is a revolutionary system for capturing dust produced by reciprocating saws. It is a clear rubber dust shroud that fits popular makes and models of reciprocating saws. It installs quickly by simply slipping it over the front of the saw and securing with a Velcro strap.
• 2-1/2" long bristles encircle the blade to create a flexible enclosure that corrals the dust at the point of origin, allowing the vacuum’s airflow to evacuate the dust before it becomes airborne.
• The flexible nature of the bristles gives the operator optimum control, and a narrow gap in the top of the bristles provides clear line of
sight to the blade for precise control of cuts. The SawBuddie can also be rotated to accommodate upside-down, and sideway, blade installations.
• Because the SawBuddie™ is a pointof-origin dust control system, it enables contractors to comply with EPA RRP regulations, when attached to a certified HEPA vacuum.
• Available in short, long and shrouded shackle versions.
• New heavy-duty, all-weather combination padlocks mean no longer turning the locks upside-down and squinting at small numbers.
• Shackles have no spring-loaded components that will corrode or wear out over time and do not need a mandatory reset key or pin that can become lost. To open the shackle, simply set the dials to the correct combination with
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no additional pulling, pushing or slamming required.
• Features larger, front-facing dials and 10,000 combinations.
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HEAVY-DUTY ACETONE SPRAYER
• White translucent poly tank with pressure relief valve features funnel top for quick no-sill filling.
• Features all EPDM seals and gaskets—designed to resist acetone. Brass Thrustless™ control valve lasts longer and shuts off quickly.
• 48" Goodyear® Horizon™ sprayer style hose.
• Bendable, strong curved 18" brass wand with Tee-Jet® style 8004E flat fan nozzle attached to sprayer hose for spraying thinner liquids.
• Three new glass scrapers have been introduced with a new look and new functionality.
• The high end of these offerings (#13040) is a retractable, soft-grip glass scraper with built-in storage that is ideal for removing coatings, paint and stickers from glass, mirrors or windshields.
• The rubberized body provides a safe, sure grip as well as comfort, and tucked into the tool is convenient storage for up to five razor blades.
• Two additional scrapers being introduced also feature blade storage. These include: mini-scraper (#13030) with easy blade change and storage for five blades; and 4" glass and wall scraper (#33250) with quick blade change feature and in-handle blade storage for five blades. This item includes a reversible blade: One side scrapes, the other shaves.
Hyde Tools Inc. | www.hydetools.com 800-872-4933 | Booth #5915
George Edwards, President Champaign Do it Best Hardware
KLINKY KEYS
• Through an exclusive licensing contract with Klinky Inc., Hy-Ko is now offering Klinky’s patented dome-style keys to hardware retailers.
• The new Klinky Key line consists of 36 KW1 & SC1 carded house keys.
• These keys feature popular designs such as animal prints and patriotic images underneath a durable soft-dome finish. And because of this unique finish, the image will stay crisp and bright for the consumer even after extended use.
• Klinky Keys are an addition to Hy-Ko’s novelty key line which includes a wide selection of painted style keys, licensed character keys, super hero keys and much more.
• The IRWIN 2500 and 2550 Series box beam levels have a rugged frame tough enough to ensure accuracy every time.
• With convenient, time-saving features like Plumb Site® for dual-sided viewing, innovative removable end caps and a continuous edge for scribing, work is completed faster and more accurately.
• IRWIN’s 2000 and 2050 Series box beam levels have a slimmer yet amazingly strong box beam profile that also includes Plumb Site® technology and an ingenious retractable end cap design for leveling into corners for accuracy and time-saving benefits.
• All IRWIN Series levels ending in 50 include convenient magnets for hands-free use.
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LITTLE BIG SHOT® SUPER NOZZLE
• Made from solid brass, this “earthfriendly” nozzle manages water flow more efficiently than other adjustable nozzles on the market. It features ‘continuous’ rather than ‘discrete’ adjustments ranging from a powerful sweep all the way to a pinpoint stream so fine it is difficult to see with the naked eye.
• As the knob rotates, the spray adjusts continuously to meet the watering needs of virtually any plant or shrub, even tiny
seedlings, without over-watering.
• The built-in PermaWasher™ will not corrode, come loose or leak. The weight of this nozzle is less than other adjustable nozzles, so less material from the earth is required to manufacture.
• Initially manufactured overseas, the product has begun being fully manufactured and assembled in the USA.
• The Rebar addition to Leatherman’s classic “heritage” line of products offers the same strength and ruggedness of the ST 300 in a smaller size.
• The pliers have been optimized for strength and this will be the first time Leatherman produces replaceable wire/hard-wire cutters in a 4" tool.
• To maintain the balance of materials when making room for the new removable wire cutters, more steel was added to key areas, making the Rebar pliers the strongest, beefiest pliers ever produced on a 4" tool. The neck of the pliers is sloped for reaching even further into tight spaces.
Leatherman Tool Group www.leatherman.com 800-847-8665 | Booth #2541
LED LENSER® X14
• The X14 features X-Lens Technology™—two LEDs focused into one powerful beam.
• The unique ridged bezel design houses an optimized heat management system that produces a powerful 450 lumens on just four AA batteries.
• The X14 also features the Advanced Focus System with lens/reflector optic for more clean and concentrated light where you need it most. Up close spill or a long-distance beam; the choice is yours.
BIONIC WRENCH™ VIDEO DISPLAY
• New video display is offered free in conjunction with merchandisers. It includes 7" plug-n-play continuous loop video player with either freestanding floor display or counter display with 24-36 pieces; power wing panel display with 24-36 pieces or counter display with 8-12 pieces.
• Patented, easy-to-use Bionic Wrench™ teams the versatility of an adjustable wrench with the simplicity of pliers. The design of the Bionic Wrench™ multiplies your hand’s gripping force, so you can more easily tighten/loosen bolts.
• Quick one-hand focus with lock for users who holster their light.
LED Lenser www.ledlenser.com
800-847-8665 | Booth #2541
• The Bionic Wrench™ grips a bolt/nut on all 6 flat sides; removing the stress and strain on the corners of the bolt. The superior gripping action of the jaws allow the user to complete their work without the wrench slipping off and damaging the bolt.
• Made in USA with lifetime warranty.
Loggerhead Tools
www.loggerheadtools.com
888-564-4374 | Booth #3548
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LOOPROPE®
• LoopRope® can be used to easily secure camping gear, luggage, bicycles and inflatables. When camping this tie-down becomes your clothesline, lantern holder or rigging for your tarp.
• It is made of one continuous piece of shock cord fastened together to create permanent loops.
• It comes in 3', 4' and 5' lengths. Each LoopRope® comes with two dual-sided, stainless steel LoopClips® .
HYDRORIGHT™ DUAL FLUSH CONVERTER
• Engineered to convert standard toilets into water-saving dual flush toilets, HydroRight™ is the only converter that features an interchangeable designer chrome handle and button.
• The new, patented split handle is designed with an upper section that activates the Quick Flush for liquids and paper. Pushing down on end of the handle activates the Full Flush when full flush power is needed.
• Unlike other converter handles that require a special motion to flush, the new HydroRight™ handle
• One 5' LoopRope® gives you 10 custom tie-down lengths and over 18 attachment points.
LoopRope
www.LoopRope.com 855-LOOPROPE | Booth #3149
moves downward like a conventional toilet handle.
• It eliminates common toilet problems by replacing the flapper, handle and chain. Designed and patented to simply drop in and attach to the existing flush valve, installation requires no tank removal, no tools and can be completed in less than 10 minutes.
moves downward like a problems by replacing the flapper, handle and chain.
• It works with all standard flush valves.
MJSI Inc.
www.gomjsi.com (815) 741-9768 | Booth #2626
SAVAGE™ TOOL LINE
• Engineered and designed in the USA to meet or exceed the most stringent industry standards, the Savage™ line includes more than 100 SKUs of levels, squares, edges and accessories.
• Savage premium levels offer accuracy that can match or better anything on the market, vials within 0.029 degree and digital readouts within 0.01 degree.
• Savage box beam levels are now 80 percent stronger and I-beam models are twice as strong, making twisting or bending a near impossibility.
Torpedoes are precision carved from solid billet, aircraft-grade aluminum.
• Savage squares feature extra-thick, aerospace-grade, anodized aluminum for builders’ squares and stainless steel for the others, so they’re strong and won’t rust, corrode, twist or bend. Markings are laser or chemically etched, so they are dead-on accurate and easy to read.
DOORSAVER II
• This doorstop differentiates itself from all others by never touching doors, walls, casing or baseboards.
• The proprietary design of DoorSaver II replaces one hinge pin per door and utilizes hinge leaves to prevent damage. The low-profile stop may be installed on any standard residential or commercial door, interior or exterior.
• It eradicates the need for bumpers, a common choking hazard for children and pets, found on most base- and hinge-mount doorstops.
• The product is made of high-strength carbon steel and includes a “locktight” feature incorporated into the hinge pin replacement, which holds the product in place and prevents it from working-up.
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KEY LARGO FIRE PIT
• The Key Largo fire pit features a beautiful, glowing fire that dances atop a bed of fire glass. The focal point of the design is a striking 12" x 42" stainless steel Crystal Fire burner.
• Linear burner design produces up to 80,000 BTUs, with variable flame control and electronic ignition system.
• Converts to natural gas fuel and is UL listed and safety tested.
• Easy set-up—less than 30 minutes.
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BRUSH VEST™
• The Wilco Brush Vest™ protects your customers’ brushes and gives you great add-on sales.
• It fits all brushes, angled and straight edged.
• Made with recycled materials, Brush Vest™ saves time and extends brush life.
• Chemical-resistant plastic cover holds bristles together. Air vents allow damp brushes to dry.
• Add style to your backyard bird selection with Wildlife Sciences new “Suet Design” feeders.
• These colorful and creative suet feeders are made of durable extruded plastic and are designed and printed to look like lady bugs, apples, butterflies, tulips and other beautiful designs.
• The larger Suet Design series comes with a High Energy Suet Plus cake and the smaller Feedies series is packaged with a Peanut Butter Suet Ball.
• The designs are beautiful, the feeders work well at attracting wild birds and the price points are structured to drive sales.
• Over the years, DIY painters looking for a high-capacity roller have been pleased with the fast, noskip coverage that Golden Flo™ delivers. When an opportunity to work with their fabric supplier and add shed-resistance to Golden Flo roller fabric presented itself, Wooster can now offer end users something more—at no additional cost.
• The fabric improvement makes Golden Flo a great choice for all flat, eggshell or satin paints, stains and waterproofing.
• By giving Golden Flo rollers shed-resistant properties, they may now be used for even more applications.
• Along with this upgrade, the Golden Flo line has expanded with two new sizes of 3/8-inch nap rollers. The 4-inch and 18-inch lengths join the existing 9-inch rollers in 3/8-, 1/2-, 3/4-, and 1¼-inch naps.
MOTION SENSING DECK LIGHT
• Battery-operated light that provides appealing accent lighting at night and conveniently brightens to light your deck when motion is detected.
• Innovative fixture design directs the lighting downward, eliminating glare and blinding effect.
The Wooster Brush Company www.woosterbrush.com 800-392-7246
• Available in three attractive finishes to match any decor: pewter, white and bronze.
• Using patented, highly efficient “Low Glow Technology,” the Deck Marker Light will provide dusk to dawn accent lighting for up to a year on just 3 C batteries.
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Behind the
Numbers
2,500
Approximate number of exhibitors at the 2012 National Hardware Show ® .
600 Number of new exhibitors or companies that have not exhibited at the Show in the past two years.
40
Number of exhibitors in the EnergyEfficient Product Display.
128
Number of exhibitors in the all-new Made in USA Product Display.
1,000+
Number of products displayed in the Innovation Station, which includes New Product World and the Inventor’s Spotlight.
500
Number of manufacturers who will be showcased in the International Global Sourcing area.
