January 2010 Archives

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Orem, UT, - ILLUMRA, the largest supplier of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting and HVAC controls in North America announced the release of a 0-10V controlled LED dimmer. The new constant voltage dimmer responds to a standard 0-10V wall slider, momentary switches, analog potentiometer, dry contact outputs from an automation system, or wireless battery-free switch(es) to adjust the brightness of LED fixtures using Pulse Width Modulation (PWM).

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The NEW! Wahl WS3000 Pocket Weather Station allows you to track weather in the palm of your hand! This pocket size meter allows you to monitor the weather anytime, anywhere - giving you readings specific to your exact location.

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Trucks and sport utility vehicles are inherently driven harder and through tougher conditions than passenger cars. Strenuous tasks, such as idling in stop-and-go traffic, driving in dirty or dusty road conditions, and towing heavy loads, can all have adverse effects on truck and SUV engines. With the FRAM® Tough Guard® Premium Air Filter truck and SUV drivers can give their engines the added protection they need.

The AmPro T19701 6 LED Flashlight with Magnetic Pick-up Tool has been reduced from $14.95 to $13.44 over at Amazon.com. 'The AmPro 6-LED flashlight with magnetic pickup can serve double duty as a flashlight or a lighted magnetic pickup tool. Bulb Type: LED, Bulbs (qty.): 6, Full Load Run Time (Hours): 16, Battery Included: Yes, Battery Type: 4 LR44 Lithium, Includes (qty.): 1.'

The Warner 10020 Tool 2-3/8-Inch Carbide 100X Soft Grip Scraper with Knob has been reduced from $26.90 to $21.96 over at Amazon.com. 'Diamond-ground to produce an edge 10 times sharper than steel. Carbide100X blades will scrape more paint faster and cleaner than any standard, hardened steel blade. Features a soft grip handle and removable bit.'

The Channellock 88 6-in-1 Rescue Tool has been reduced from $69.95 to $42.80 over at Amazon Marketplace. 'Channellock's Rescue Tool is packed with functionality, yet so small it will fit in your pocket and so light, it won't slow you down. Its hardened tool steel punch shatters safety glass. Its aggressive cross-hatch teeth twist and pull anything that gets in your way. Laser heat-treated cutting edges cut wires and cables easily. Its pry-bar quickly pries open windows and doors. It has a slot for shutting off standard gas safety valves. The spanner wrench tightens and loosens hose couplings.'

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PICO RIVERA, CA - FEIT ELECTRIC, a leading U.S.-based manufacturer and supplier of energy-efficient lighting products, announces its new and improved silver Performance LED bulbs with white facings. FEIT ELECTRIC Performance LED bulbs (Light Emitting Diode bulbs) are solid state, high output bulbs that offer true replacement performance compared with conventional alternatives. The bulbs last an amazing 30,000 hours, run on up to 90% less energy than standard bulbs and are durable (no filament to break). They are also safe for artwork since they emit no UV or infrared light (no color fading). They contain NO mercury; they are environmentally friendly and RoHS compliant (Restriction of Hazardous Substances).

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Adaptable laptop carrying case solves fear-of-flying dilemma for professionals with delicate digital equipment

Montclair, CA -- CaseCruzer invites all business people who globetrot with sensitive digital equipment to upgrade to first class - immediately - by taking flight with the new, adaptable NiteCruzer 2 (http://www.casecruzer.com/nitecruzer2...). The sleek mobile carry-on case merges laptop portability with personal necessities to make air travel easy, accessible - and fearless.

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Winchester, VA - Rubbermaid Commercial Products (RCP), the leader in innovative facility maintenance solutions, announces a revolutionary new concept in cleaning. The DVAC 1 Pass Cleaning Solution(TM) combines multiple cleaning tasks into one to reduce non-productive labor time. The award-winning DVAC 1 Pass Cleaning Solution(TM) is a dolly-integrated vacuum that allows cleaning professionals to collect waste and recycling, dust, and vacuum in a single pass, optimizing both productivity and cleaning quality.

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GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK - Reinforcing its "Responsible Lighting" commitment, WAC Lighting introduces energy efficient LEDme™ Recessed Four-inch Downlights. WAC Lighting, a leading manufacturer and designer of track, recessed, undercabinet, monorail and decorative lighting, develops nearly all of its Responsible products in the family owned, ISO 9001-certified manufacturing campus with in-house UL approved testing labs.

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GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK - Reinforcing its "Responsible Lighting" commitment, WAC Lighting introduces energy efficient LEDme™ Recessed Four-inch Invisible Trim™ Downlights. WAC Lighting, a leading manufacturer and designer of track, recessed, undercabinet, monorail and decorative lighting, develops nearly all of its responsible products in the family owned, ISO 9001-certified manufacturing campus with in-house UL approved testing labs.

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New monocular uses a digital color LCD screen to turn night into day

OVERLAND PARK, Ks. - Bushnell night vision optics are popular for scouting and wildlife watching, allowing viewers see into the dark undetected, without spooking game. The only drawback for some people is that the image has a green hue and there is a lack of contrast, so images are not always sharp and depth perception is difficult.

The KR Tools 10088 6-Piece Household Tool Set has been reduced from $29.99 to $10.17 over at Amazon.com. 'The "stackables" 6-Piece household tool kit contains the basic tools you need around the home, office, apartment or dorm room. They fit neatly in the custom tray for easy storage and portability. The set contains: 8-Ounce claw hammer, 6-Inch slip joint pliers, snap blade knife, 2 screwdrivers and 85 assorted screws, nails, anchors and picture hangers.'

The Klein 32510 Magnetic Screwdriver with 32-Piece Tamperproof Bit Set has been reduced from $34.22 to $22.09 over at Amazon.com. 'The Klein 32510 is a magnetic screwdriver with 32-piece tamperproof bit set. This screwdriver has a cushion-grip handle for greater torque and comfort and a sturdy bit and screw holding magnet allows for screws to fit securely in place for easy use. It includes complete tamperproof bit set in block. Torx bits included: T7, T8, T10, T15, T20, T25, T27, T30 and T40 fraction hex bits included: 3/32-Inch, 7/64-Inch, 1/8-Inch, 9/64-Inch, 5/32-Inch and 3/16-Inch metric hex bits included: 2-Millimeter, 2.5-Millimeter, 3-Millimeter, 4-Millimeter and 5-Millimeter Spanner bits included: 4, 6, 8 and 10 tri-wing bits included: 1, 2, 3 and 4 torq-set bits included: 6, 8 and 10 and it includes 1/4-Inch square to 1/4-Inch hex adaptor to drive sockets.'

The Irwin Industrial Tools 26313 Metric Tap and Hex Die Set (24-Piece) has been reduced from $111.53 to $61.39 over at Amazon Marketplace. '24 piece Metric Tap & Hex Die Set in plastic case includes: Metric Plug Tap and 1" Hexagon Dies in sizes: 3mm - 0.50, 4mm - 0.70, 4mm - 0.75, 5mm - 0.80, 5mm - 0.90, 6mm - 1.00, 7mm - 1.00, 8mm - 1.00, 8mm - 1.25, 9mm - 1.00, 9mm - 1.25, 10mm - 1.25, 10mm - 1.50, 11mm - 1.50, 12mm - 1.50, 12mm - 1.75. Pipe Thread Plug Tap and 1" Hexagon Dies in sizes: 1/8" - 28 BSP. Threading Tools: Plain Die Stock - 1" Dies, Offset Adj. Tap Wrench - Taps No. 0 to 1/2"

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IDEAL AUTO-LOCK(TM) Tape Measure Has Graphics on Both Sides

SYCAMORE, IL -- Bending electrical conduit for overhead installation can be frustrating. It requires frequent measuring to assure the correct bend length, a job made all the more difficult by standard tape measures that have graphics on only one side - the wrong side for viewing overhead.

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Bondhus Corporation announces it is expanding its' line of popular folding tool sets. Trademarked as "GorillaGrip®" Folding Tool Sets, their patented handles are manufactured from a space-age polymer that makes them up to 40% stronger than steel handles and virtually indestructible. GorillaGrip® Folding Tool Sets are available in a wide range of inch, metric and star set combinations covering sizes from .050"-3/8", 1.5mm-10mm and T6-T40.

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The Powr-Pro backpack vacuum from Powr-Flite is the must-have vacuum cleaner for 2010-and beyond.

This powerful, whisper-quiet system, available in 6-quart or 10-quart size, is perfect for crew cleaning as well as zone cleaning and is ergonomically designed with a fully adjustable shoulder harness and waist belt to fit any user.

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Tornado introduces the BD 14/4 (14-inch cleaning path/4-gallon tank) Compact, Cordless, Automatic Scrubber. This eco-friendly machine is designed for smaller or confined areas, and it can clean approximately 11,300 square feet in an hour, between battery charges.

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Advanced Design and Technology Improves Performance Up to 20 Percent Over Competing Powerline Home Theater Solutions

LAS VEGAS, -- NETGEAR®, Inc. (NASDAQ:NTGR), a worldwide provider of technologically innovative, branded networking solutions, today expanded its award-winning family of powerline networking solutions with two new devices incorporating HomePlug® AV-certified powerline technology: the diminutive Powerline 200 AV Adapter Kit (XAVB2001) and the Powerline 200 AV+ Adapter Kit (XAVB2501) with a filtered "pass-through" power socket. These networking kits incorporate the latest in design and technology innovations to support performance surpassing that of existing solutions by as much as 20 percent. These solutions enable high-performance applications such as HD video streaming, Voice over IP (VoIP), Internet gaming, and large file transfers to networked devices over existing electrical wiring in environments where wireless network performance may be challenged. NETGEAR will introduce its new products at two press events today in conjunction with the opening of the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

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Stubborn hydrant nuts beware, Reed's Ratcheting Hydrant Wrenches feature a long handle and an adjustable, snug-fitting socket for tackling pentagon or square nuts. Make loosening or tightening easier as the long handles provide good leverage. Sockets adjust easily with the thumb screw feature. Ratchet action makes these wrenches faster to operate than non-ratchet models during emergencies or for general maintenance like flushing. Reed's models fit pentagon nuts up to 1 7/8" or square nuts up to 1 ¼". Reduce valuable time on hydrant work by using Ratcheting Hydrant Wrenches.

The 8" Folding Garden Pruner W/ Multi-Tool is on offer for $6.89 over at Amazon Marketplace. 'You'll want one of these in the plant shed - the spring-action pruners cut nice and evenly; the knife will cut through smaller plants. Comes in a convenient nylon pouch. Overall 8" long and the pruner blade is about 2" that can fold to 5" x 1 1/2". Multi-function (knife, mini-saw, etc.) hides well under the handle.'

The Milwaukee 49-17-0190 Tool Belt has been reduced from $90.10 to $31.99 over at Amazon Marketplace. 'Milwaukee's heavy-duty 33-pocket/3-piece tool belt is made from water-resistant 600 denier ripstop polyester material. The tool belt features 33 total pockets of various sizes and shapes, large flat bottom pouches, speed square pockets in each large pouch and a cell phone or 2-way radio holder. The tool belt is shown here complete with tools only to illustrate its ample storage capabilities. The tools are not included in the purchase. Fits waist sizes from 30-inches to 48-inches.

The Black & Decker RTX-B 3 Speed RTX Rotary Tool with Storage Case has been reduced from $52.11 to $24.32 over at Amazon.com. 'Compact, lightweight, and comfortable to handle and hold, the RTX-B is ideal for any home improvement or crafting job you can dream up. This rotary tool cuts, sands, grinds, carves, cleans, polishes, engraves, sharpens, and drills. It also smoothes and shapes work pieces, removes rust and corrosion from old metal, and even creates drywall cut-outs. Use it around the home, in the workshop, or at the jobsite.'

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New Retractable Lanyard Provides Hard-Hat Fall Protection and Stow-Away Convenience

VENTURA, Calif. - Whether you're restoring power at great heights or working daily on the construction site - within this scope of work, you're in a risky environment and rely on your hard hat to keep you safe while on the job. That's why the innovators at Hammerhead Industries® have created the ultimate safety solution for your hard hat that prevents on-the-job accidents due to dropping while providing convenient stow-away capabilities - the new Gear Keeper Hard Hat Lanyard(TM).

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Dynabrade's new line of 3" Diameter Vacuum Disc Sanders feature a unique vacuum shroud to assist in the capture of various contaminants. This line of air tools, American Made, feature a Lifetime Warranty and are ready to hook up to either self-generated or central vacuum exhaust systems.

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Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation expands its LITHIUM-ION system with the new M12™ Cordless Grease Gun. With up to 25% more pressure and run-time than the competition, the 2446-21XC is capable of delivering over 8,000 PSI max operating pressure for heavy duty applications and dispenses up to seven grease cartridges per battery charge.

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Cleveland, OH: NOCO®, a global leader in battery products and accessories, today announced the projected market introduction date for its new BCX Booster Cables. The new "BCX Booster Cables" was developed for the professional mechanical who demands higher performance products. The BCX Booster Cables manufactured by NOCO are a hi-output Booster Cable that delivers more power than traditional Booster Cables, which features: (1) an injection molded Power Clamp rated at 650 Amps, (2) a braided ground strap for increased power distribution to both sides of the clamp ("Hot" both sides), (3) hi-output jaws made from 100% copper, (4) hi-flex, EPDM, Welding Cable for maximum flexibility in cold weather environments, and (5) a unique cable splitter to prevent cable striping.

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New 6.5" 412 V-Jaw Plier Perfect Size for Smaller Jobs

MEADVILLE, Pa. - The new 6.5" 412 V-Jaw tongue and groove plier from Channellock, Inc., is the latest from the company known worldwide for manufacturing quality pliers. This new tool offers professionals and DIYers the same quality design and right-angle, maximum-bite grip as the other CHANNELLOCK® V-Jaw pliers - only in a more compact frame, making it easier to work with smaller piping and tubing.

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Equipped with a pneumatic telescoping mast and stabilizing lift jacks, the trailer style 760 pound solar powered generator replenishes the batteries at a rate of 24 amps per hour. Proven in 137 mile winds during Hurricane Ike and built to withstand armor piercing rounds, the SPG366A-400 can meet the needs of military, commercial and industrial users worldwide.

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MVP Visuals, a major supplier of event and promotional materials, offers two new types of tablecloths for event and promotions!

First is MVP's new eco-friendly tablecloths. Now you can have high visual impact tablecloths while reducing your carbon footprint. The new line of tablecloths is made of Eco-Polyester Poplin the first fabric to be made of 100% recyclable materials. This new polyester fabric is made of 80% of recycled water bottles and the remaining 20% of polyester scraps. The fabric feels just like standard polyester poplin with the added benefit of helping the environment. Eco-Polyester Poplin fabric can be printed with a full color dye sublimation print for branding. Eco-Poly is machine washable, wrinkle resistant and perfect for any retail or event promotion, with or without print.

HORSHAM, PA - Macron Dynamics Inc., a manufacturer of linear actuators, linear motion components, and custom mechanical motion systems, today, announced the release of the new MDI inline planetary gear box, designed to eliminate the need for motor mounts used in a typical linear actuator drive system setup.

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Powerful Microserver is bolstered with 2 GHz Armada Processor to drive the "Always-On Lifestyle"

LAS VEGAS -- CES -- Marvell (NASDAQ:MRVL), a worldwide leader in integrated silicon solutions, today unveiled Plug Computer 3.0 - a new always-on, always connected turnkey platform designed to power the next generation intelligent applications and services for the home and office. The new embedded Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and built-in hard drive extend the use of Plug Computer into new applications including management of medical and financial records as well as a command post for the smart home - allowing for remote management of lights, thermostat and irrigation systems.

The PUR CRF-950Z 2-Stage Water Pitcher Replacement Filter (3-Pack) is on offer for $22.88 over at Amazon.com. 'This pack of three replacement filters fits PUR's Ultimate Water Filtration Dispenser and Pitcher. They reduce cadmium, cryptosporidium, giardia, lead, mercury, asbestos, copper, zinc, and sediment 96 to 99.99 percent; plus lessen chlorine levels and discoloration.

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- Excellent stress relieved mechanical properties
- Enhanced arc performance
- Easy Strike, re-strike and slag removal
- Lot controlled and Q2 tested with actual deposit composition and mechanical properties.

Cleveland -- Lincoln Electric has introduced the new Excalibur® 10018-D2 MR low hydrogen stick electrode for all-position welding of a variety of carbon-manganese, chromium-molybdenum and low alloy steels typically found in offshore welding applications.

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WICHITA, Ks. - Bedtime is not the time to go searching for a pump to use on an airbed. And whether camping deep in the woods or in the spare bedroom at grandma's house, comfort is key to a good night's rest and good health. The three new models of Elite Built-In Pump QuickBed® airbeds from Coleman give the tired and weary unparalleled comfort and the quick convenience of built-in pumps powered by 120V or D batteries.

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WICHITA, Ks.Take the versatility of a home kitchen to the campground, tailgate party or anywhere else with the new Coleman® Signature Series All-In-One Cooking System. Built on the proven Coleman stove platform, this cooking tool can fry bacon and cook flapjacks in the morning, slow cook chili for lunch and grill steaks in the evening.

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Hackensack, NJ -- Master Bond's UV14-3 is a temporary bonding adhesive that has a fast UV cure ideal for automated, non-permanent adhesive assemblies. Environmentally safe, the temporary adhesive can be easily removed without surface contamination. It cures within seconds upon exposure to UV light at room temperatures and produces high strength bonds to a variety of substrates. The removable adhesive's high flexibility imparts excellent vibration and shock resistance as well as resistance to thermal cycling and thermal shock.

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Daimer®'s Super Max™ 12800SP machines feature Super-HOT™ engineering for dedicated wet steam cleaning that won't harm automotive surfaces.

WOBURN, MA - Daimer Industries®, a leading distributor and overseas vendor of business cleaning products, announced the availability of Super Max™ 12800SP auto detailing pressure washers that include Super High-Temperature Optimized Technology™ (Super-HOT™) wet steam engineering. These electric powered power washers are wheel-mounted and can be configured to heat with #1 or #2 heating oil; kerosene; or diesel.

A review of the Veto Pro Pac LT-XL Laptop Toolbag has been posted over at The Gadgeteer. 'On the outside edge of both sides are large zippered slots that completely open the inside of both sides. Or you can only unzip the sides halfway down and snap the top of the flap to the side of the bag, which is a nice touch. One side is designed to hold 75 tools with a ton of pouches. The other side is meant for business, with larger pouches meant for sunglasses, cellphones, digital cameras, calculators, power cords, notepads, pens, business cards, and so on.

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Trailblazer® 302 Air Pak™ welds at up to 350 amps, provides 13,000 watts of Accu-Rated™ generator power, 26 CFM at 100-percent duty cycle and, now, 450 A (12 V)/350 A (24) V of battery jumping power

APPLETON, Wis., Miller's Trailblazer® 302 Air Pak™ welder/generator/air compressor is now available with an internal 12/24 V battery charger and jump starter, eliminating the need¾as well as the costs and truck space required¾for separate chargers or battery packs to start dead batteries on the job site. The Trailblazer 302 Air Pak provides equipment-repair, construction and structural steel professionals with a self-contained power source that welds at up to 350 amps, provides 13,000 watts of Accu-Rated™ generator power, 26 CFM of compressed air and, now, 450 A (12 V)/350A (24 V) of battery jumping power

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Oceanside, Calif. - VERNON Tool has announced that its WinMPM™ operating system now seamlessly converts 3D coordinates into finished tubular structures in new industry standard XML-format. The WinMPM operating system is now compatible with 3D structural, isometric or pressure vessel modeling packages from many different CAD suppliers, including Tekla Structures®, Design Data®, AceCAD® and ProSteel.

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DALLAS, TEXAS - Building on its "Responsible Lighting" brand standard while integrating an upscale, cosmic look with sustainable technology, WAC Lighting will introduce energy efficient LEDme™ Quick Connect Pendants at the January 2010 International Lighting Market in Dallas. WAC Lighting, a leading manufacturer and designer of track, recessed, undercabinet, monorail and decorative lighting, develops nearly all of its responsible products in the family owned, ISO 9001-certified manufacturing campus with in-house UL approved testing labs.

The Denali 3-Piece Adjustable Wrench Set has been reduced from $19.99 to $14.99 over at Amazon.com.
Tech Details:
• Professional quality 3-piece adjustable wrench set; meets or exceeds ANSI specifications
• Inch scale laser etched on jaw, metric scale laser etched on reverse side
• Cr-v steel construction with a polished black-oxide finish to resist corrosion; hang hole in handle for wall storage
• Includes 6-inch wrench, 8-inch wrench, 10-inch wrench
• Comfortable double dipped cushion grips for additional comfort and feel

The Hobart 770450 XVS Series Welding Helmet 3-D Flame has been reduced from $149.00 to $144.11 over at Amazon.com. 'Variable-shade helmets feature lens darkening from 9-12 and a reaction time of 1/12,000 of a second. Internally located controls and low battery indicator. Meets ANSI 287.1 2003 safety standards. Operates on replaceable AAA battery (included). 2-year limited warranty. Auto Darkening: Yes, Switch time (sec.): 1/12,000, Variable Shades: 9 - 12, Base Type: AAA, Low Battery Indicator: Yes, Battery Included: Yes, ANSI Approved: Yes.'

The Rubbermaid 7J95 Easy Find Lid Medium Value Pack Food Storage Containers is on offer for $8.99 over at Amazon.com.
Product Features:
• Stackable square-shaped food-storage containers in 3- and 5-cup sizes
• Super-clear bases allow for better visibility of inside contents
• Lids fit multiple-size bases; space-efficient design for storing
• Safe to use in refrigerator, freezer, microwave, and dishwasher
• Measure approximately 6 by 6 by 4 inches and 7 by 7 by 5 inches