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NEW PRODUCTS and selected sales aids
With The Touch Of A Switch
Fiber optic switches that can be placed in any location without the risk of electrical shock are new from Wireless Control Svstems.
vide simultaneous alarm signals.
A warning alarm will sound first if elevated levels of carbon monoxide are present, followed by a full alarm if levels persist or rise. A test/reset button quiets the alarm. If dangerous carbon monoxide levels exist, the device cannot be silenced.
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Big Rig
A heavy duty tool belt has been introduced by Portable Products. The Builder's Rig nylon belt reportedly offers more abrasion resistance than leather.
Featuring a foam-padded belt with integral spine that retains shape and prevents crushing under load, it is riveted, bartacked at stress points, and has reinforced pocket rims.
FiberSwitch is reportedly easy to install and uses light instead of electricity to switch any electrical device on or off.
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Carbon Monoxide Sensor
A carbon monoxide detector is now available from BRK Electronics. The single- or multiple-station, battery-operated COI l20B detector features a two-stage 85 decibel alarm, mounts to any standard electrical box up to 4", and interconnects with up to I I additional identical units to pro-
Complete with l8 pockets, the rig features dual metal hammer loops; back wall speed square pocket; tape measure pouch; pleated nail pockets; multiple smaller pockets for pencils, screwdrivers, and utility knives, and a fully adjustable belt to fit waists 28" to 52".
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Decorative Corner Posts
A 6"-wide corner post with a raised corner angle and edges is new to CertainTeed Corp.'s line of decorative vinyl trim materials.
Available in 20'lengths, the corner post is said to snap easily into place.
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Light As A Brick
Lightweight brick veneer panels have been introduced by Omni Building Systems, Inc.
Reportedly easy to install, Kwik Brik has modular panel construction and is fastened with screws.
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Warmed By The Sun
State-of-the-art solar lights from Alpan, Inc. reportedly offer twice the running time of ordinary solar light- ing and are the brightest solar garden lights available.
Solar Primelights have adjustable height stakes that snap together.
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The Heat ls On
A gas-fired direct vent wall furnace is new from Empire Comfort Systems.
Equipped with quiet, high-volume blowers and an electronic temp€rarure control, the DV-55E's counterflow design provides an even distribution of warm air. The furnace runs on natural or LP gas.
It has light gray cabinetry that stays cool to the touch during operation.
An extended vent terninal is available for thick walls.
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Two-Geared Loppers
Loppers from Fiskars utilize two gears for cutting instead of one or two pivot points.
on any product in thls section is available by circling the corresponding Reader Sertrice nurnber in tJre back and sending the forrn to Nenr Pnoducts, either by FAX 714-852-0231, by mall to 45OO Campus Dr., Ste. 48O, Nerrryort Beach, Ca. 92660, or just call us at {7141852'f99O.
Premium Plywood Siding
Premium grade plywood siding from Roseburg Forest Products has selected face veneers for uniformity.
Reportedly the lightest loppers on the market, PowerGear Loppers are 15" long, have an anvil design, and cut branches up to l-ll4" in diameter.
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A Homebody
A software program developed by Visual Applications, Inc. gives homeowners a sneak peak of what their home improvement project will look like.
Steps Laminated Flooring is composed of four layers and offered in a variety of wood grains and abstracts.
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An Electrical Snap
A power system from Intermatic Inc. enables electrical outlets to be added nearly anywhere, without modifying walls or rewiring circuits.
Offered in three plywood siding types (primrose, Douglas fir, and medium density overlay) and over 70 styles, Breckenridge siding comes in 4'widths and 8', 9'and 10'lengths; 5ply panels come in 15/32" and 19/32" thicknesses, and 3-ply panels are ll/32" thick.
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Customized Wall Framing
Computer-generated, customized wall framing layout tape from Your Set facilitates layout of studs, doors and windows.
With Showoff, homeowners can scan a picture of their home on the computer and then add amenities to visualize possible home plans.
It is composed of five individual, yet integrated, CD-ROM programs: "Build Your Home," "Landscape," "Remodel Exterior," "Remodel Interior" and "Decks, Pools & Hot Tubs."
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Hearty Laminated Flooring
New laminated flooring from BHK of America reportedly is durable, hygienic, color fast, and easy to clean, install and maintain.
The low-profile, surface-mounted Easytrac Surface Power System has pre-wired power components, including track, receptacles, starters, corners and connectors, that connect to one another by snapping the components together.
Available in white and almond, it can be installed on a variety of surfaces and painted, wallpapered or decorated to match any decor.
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Once created with Your Set's software, the tape is attached to the 7-112" edge of the bottom and first top plates of a wall section.
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Edging Out The Competition
A solid-surface edge product from Kuehn Bevel enhances countertoDs. Made with Corian, edges are available in a variety of colors in seven profiles.
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A Brick Trick
Interlocking brick-like panels have been introduced by Nailite International.
Polymer-reinforced Hand-Laid Brick panels are lightweight, flexible and come in several colors.
portable receivers and two 150-ft. range transmitters.
The Messenger series has a 90-ft. range, 64 channel settings and an electronically programmable 8-note Westminster or 2-note chime.
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Smoking Or Non Smoking?
A smokeless method of testing smoke detectors is new from CRC Industries, Inc.
Take A Dip ln The Hot Tub
Ready-to-assemble screens from LouveRail afford privacy and view around a hot tub.
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Music To Your Ears
A selection of decorative door chime receivers can be added to Caradon Friedland, Inc.'s line of
Smoke Test, an aerosol spray that simulates smoke, is sprayed at the detector for three seconds, causing an unclogged alarm to sound.
Each aerosol can lasts about one year, testing each of four smoke detectors once a month.
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The 72"x60" Sierra Screen threesection room divider or outdoor screen has an optional fan top.
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Contact Cement Products
An expanded line of contact cement products is new from Dap Inc. The Weldwood additions include contact cement gel formula, nonflammable contact cement and contact cement cleaner and thinner.
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