A mixed bag of home channel merchandise
IPG Decorative Concrete Line of Tapes
Intertape Polymer Group has targeted the decorative concrete industry with a new line of products. The line consists of five products: DC Ultra2in1 is a new double-sided masking tape designed to act as a barrier to an overlay application; DC Blue is a blue masking tape designed to prevent chemical bonding resulting in sealer failure; DC Orange is a clean removal duct tape designed to work on rough surfaces; DC Grout is reinforced tape for strong grout line pulls; and DC Drape is a film that prevents overspray and provides solvent-resistant protection. (intertapepolymer.com)
Bosch Angle Grinders with Protection Switch
Bosch Angle Grinders with Protection Switch only operate as long as the switch is being pressed. If the switch is released, the machines immediately shut down. The “Protection Switch” is designed so that the switch can be operated over the entire length of the handle, regardless of whether the angle grinder is held at the front, back or in the middle. As a result, users always have full control over the tool even in difficult working positions. The angle grinders offer power ratings of 1,100 to 1,500 watts. (boschtools.com)
Makita’s new 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Quick-Shift Mode 3-Speed Impact Driver is the latest addition to the company’s 18V cordless line up. The tool features Quick-Shift Mode, an automatic electronic controller that downshifts and reduces rotation and impact speed prior to driving the screw into place. It is engineered to minimize screw thread stripping, screw breakage and damage to work. (makita.com)
Kuhn Rikon’s new Classic Snips and Classic Mini Snips can cut almost anything, whether for cooking, gardening, crafting or cutting packaging open quickly. Self-sharpening and rust-free, these stainless steel snips feature a spring-loaded design, ultra sharp shears and serrated lower blades. The Classic Snips and Classic Mini Snips feature ergonomic easy-grip handles for left or right-handed use. They lock shut for safety and storage. (kuhnrikon.com)
Weyerhaeuser Hardwood EdgeHardwood Edge is the industry’s first OSB floor panel specifically engineered for use under hardwood floors. The panels offer enhanced dimensional stability and high density that provide for outstanding fastener holding — ideal for the demands of hardwood floors. Along with improved fastener-retention and high density, the panels include patented Down Pore drainage technology: Three specially shaped grooves at panel ends that eliminate standing water to reduce the potential for water absorption. That built-in drainage reduces edge swell, virtually eliminating the need to sand. (woodbywy.com)
Heat & Glo New Ultra-Slim REVO Fireplace Series
The Heat & Glo REVO Series features slender, 7-in.-deep profiles and the patented Razor burner. Once a hole is made in the wall and SLP venting pipe is set, the lightweight units are hung on mounting brackets. The fireplaces are available in square, linear and vertical models and can easily be installed during any stage of building or remodeling. (heatnglo.com)
Arrow Steel Sheds
Arrow Shed’s new sheds offer a range of durable, affordable vinyl-coated steel storage solutions. Along with protection for garden tools and other outdoor gear, Arrow Steel Sheds feature vinyl-coated steel that will not warp, split or crack. (arrowsheds.com)
Moen is using technology from Microban International, which specializes in built-in antimicrobial product protection, to help keep faucet surfaces visibly cleaner and resist stain-causing bacteria. Microban technologies are engineered to work continuously and won’t wash off or wear away. The new Ashville and Walden collections are sold exclusively at The Home Depot. (moen.com)
Jenn-Air Ventilation System
The telescoping Jenn-Air Accolade ventilation system is arc-shaped, with a curved, sculptural profile designed to place ventilation power even closer to the cooking source than traditional systems. The 36-in. Accolade system is equipped with a pressure-stabilizing in-line blower system that removes cooking smoke at a rate of up to 1,200 cubic feet per minute. The inline blower system minimizes operating sounds. (jennair.com)
Larson Electronics has added a 6-outlet portable low-voltage spider box to its line of power distribution systems. Equipped with six waterproof outlets, the system combines the benefits of a step-down transformer with the flexibility of a spider box, enabling operators to split a single 120 or 240 VAC input into six 12/24VAC or 12/24 VDC outlets. (larsonelectronics.com)
The new Husqvarna HU800AWD features All-Wheel Drive technology, designed for uneven terrain and the toughest mowing conditions. It features a heavy-duty steel deck and a Honda GCV 190 engine. Its wheels feature an aggressive tread pattern, which provides additional traction and maneuverability. The All-Wheel Drive walk mower is available exclusively at Lowe’s and authorized Husqvarna dealers nationwide. (husqvarna.com)
John Deere 50G and 60G Compact Excavators
The John Deere 50G and 60G Compact Excavators are the newest models of the G-Series line. The 50G and 60G are outfitted with a DOC/DPF after-treatment device to meet the Final Tier 4 emissions requirements. Both models incorporate the auto-idle feature that slows engine speed when the pilot-control levers are momentarily released. (deere.com)
As part of the new M18 FUEL line, the new tools feature Milwaukee’s exclusive combination of the PowerState Brushless Motor, RedLink Plus Electronic Intelligence and RedLithium 2.0/XC4.0 Battery Pack to deliver up to two times more runtime, up to 50% more torque and a proprietary 3-Mode Drive Control feature. The new PowerState Brushless Motor works harder, lives longer and converts energy into power more efficiently. RedLink Plus Intelligence hardware and software allows the user to choose between three fastening modes with the Drive Control feature. (milwaukeetool.com)
Aqua Mizer Toilet Flush System
The new version of the Aqua Mizer Adjustable Flush System delivers the same leak prevention and flush volume reduction as the original, features a new design that has fewer parts and enables the product to be sold at about half the price of the original. The system’s leak-prevention feature gives the user full control of the water entering the tank. The new chlorine-resistant flat flapper is adjustable to set the optimum flush volume for each toilet. (aquamizerinc.com)
