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Coated Infill is safe, clean, and non-toxic.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 07:33:41 -0500

Combining naturally occurring infill granules with ceramic coating, PermaCoat Naturally Tough Infill offers eco-friendly alternative for artificial turf infilling. Product is lead and heavy metals free, and manufactured without noxious solvents or chemicals. After curing, ceramic coating encapsulates granules making infill virtually dust-free and water resistant. Available in 2 standard UV stabilized colors, PermaCoat withstands extreme temperatures and is fire resistant.

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Terminal Blocks are RoHS compliant.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 07:43:04 -0500

Allowing wire to be connected without any prior stripping, XBQ series of insulation displacement connection terminal blocks are suited for applications in automated equipment and machine tools, packaging and material handling machinery, railway/mass transit systems, petrochemical, and any other application requiring high volume connections for low-voltage control and signal circuitry.

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Floor Coatings provide accident-proof protection.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 07:54:19 -0500

Available in clear or colors for indoor and outdoor use, Non-Slip and Non-Skid Coatings will resist chemicals and caustics. Products are designed for both foot and vehicle traffic and are packed in 1 and 5 gallon pails. Applied by roller, permanent epoxy and rubber-based coatings are suited for use on cement, concrete, metal, steel, wood, fiberglass, aluminum, and tile, as well as ceramic and porcelain tile.

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Insulation targets rain screen and cavity wall applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 07:39:41 -0500

RainBarrier(TM) 30, with 3 lb density, and RainBarrier(TM) 45, with 4.5 lb density, are engineered to repel water and drain moisture. They provide thermal insulation, fire protection, and acoustical control and are UV-resistant and noncombustible. Available in regular- and dark-colored fibers, mineral wool insulation is compatible with common wall ties, adhesives, and air barrier systems.

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Wireless Receiver is suited for automatic door control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 07:52:05 -0500

Offering 12 Vac, 24 ac/dc, and 12 Vdc capabilities, 433 MHz Wireless Automatic Door Control Receiver is compatible with all available automatic door controllers. Measuring 4¼ x 2¼ in., it employs code hopping-technology, and features activation time of 1.5 sec up to 4 hr and memorization of codes for up to 12 transmitters. With optional security layers, receiver makes it impossible to duplicate codes and restricts automatic door access to only activated key fobs.

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Dry-Mount Glazing System meets ASTM E935 standard.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 07:52:03 -0500

Enabling installer to fabricate tempered, structural glass panel railings, PanelGrip is locking assembly of high-strength aluminum, 2 PVC isolators, and aluminum shoe moulding that meets structural load requirements for railings. Requiring no special tools, product can be used with nominal ½ in. tempered glass or other ½ in. thick panel material, and allows for .450 to .515 in. range in glass thickness.

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Touchless Sensor is designed for automatic slide doors.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 08:02:27 -0500

With ability to activate door with wave of hand and prevent unnecessary door opening cycles, Acuwave is developed for access areas with heavy cross-traffic such as hallways where chance of unnecessary door activation is high. Unit can also be used on non-swing/non-fold side of swing and folding doors. It is mounted to header of door and uses active IR beam to detect hand approaching Wave Hand sticker. In stand-by mode, detection pattern is reduced to small area in front of sticker.

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Bendable Panel Product suits green building construction.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 07:35:47 -0500

KerfGreen substrate material qualifies for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) credit MR 4.1, MR 4.2, and EQ 4.4. Available as 4 x 8 and 4 x 10 ft panels in 5/8 and ¾ in. thickness, it comes with green NAF (no added formaldehyde) core and provides smooth and symmetrical inside and outside radii up to 3½ in. Product allows horizontal/vertical grade laminates, metals, 2-ply, and phenolic backed veneers to be laminated flat and then cold formed into any shape.

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Water-Borne Epoxy Coating creates fast-drying floor finish.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:41:21 -0500

With mix ratio of 4A:1B, Monomid(TM) Epoxy Flooring System forms cleanable, high-gloss finish. It offers 5 mils DFT in one coat when applied over Monomid Clear Sealer and can be applied over various other primers for application on steel. Solution supports addition of anti-slip aggregate or sand and also offers moisture resistance. In 3 hr at 77ºF, coating dries to touch to form abrasion- and chemical-resistant finish. Use is suited for industries requiring low odor and VOC levels.

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Integrated Door Controller is Ethernet enabled.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:42:36 -0500

With ability to operate autonomously with peer-to-peer communication, independent of network or PC workstation, Intelli-M eIDC provides fully distributed intelligence from access control and alarm monitoring. It can work independently with its embedded Web server or with several Intelli-M eIDC controllers through server-based Intelli-M Supervisor Plus® security management software. Built-in line status indicators allow verification of connections to peripheral equipment.

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Toilet Systems help reduce water usage.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:42:31 -0500

Incorporating 1.28 gpf manual or sensor-operated flushometers with vitreous china fixtures, High-Efficiency Toilet (HET) Systems combine performance of both toilet and flush valve to ensure true, water-efficient systems. Sensor-operated models include Sloan ECOS(TM) battery-powered electronic dual-flush flushometer and solar-powered Sloan SOLIS® dual- and single-flush units, while manual models include Royal® and UPPERCUT® dual-flush flushometer.

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Textured Bricks are offered in 4 designs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 07:41:34 -0500

Available in Wave, Sphere, Pyramid and Sawtooth designs, Umbra range of bricks feature textured appearance that changes with natural light throughout the day. They come with either red sanded finish or smooth red, buff, or blue finish. Designed to co-ordinate with standard brick work sizes, bricks can be installed as complete panels or inter-spaced with standard bricks to create broad range of effects.

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Linear Brick is frost resistant.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 07:41:31 -0500

Available in 6 sizes from 240 x 50 x 115 to 440 x 65 x 102 mm, Linear brick features long thin shape, and is manufactured in wide range of colors and finishes to complement or match standard brickwork. Used either on its own or as courses or panels with other finish materials, designers can use this brick to create variety of effects within any building exterior.

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Access Panel offers range of communications options.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:38:41 -0500

Available in 2 models, XT Series(TM) Burglary/Fire/Door Access Panel Includes network, cellular, and dialer communications, as well as 2-way wireless receiver on single board. Model XT30 supports 10 on-board and 20 additional zones and includes dialer, while XT50 comes with/without dialer, supports 10 on-board zones, and has 20 wired and 40 wireless zones for up to 50 total zones. Users can receive email or text messages each time any system event occurs, such as arming/disarming.

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Modular Bay Window is NHBC approved.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:38:41 -0500

Available in 3 sizes based around lightweight steel frame, Modular Bay Window can be installed quickly into standard brickwork such as ground level damp proof course (DPC), with DPCs fitted around openings ready for windows and glass reinforced polymer (GRC) canopy. Standard thermal performance is 0.34 W/m²K, which can be reduced to 0.20 W/m²K with plasterboard and thermal insulation in frame void. Unit comes either pre-pointed or un-finished for pointing on site.

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Acoustical Wall Panels are available in custom color choices.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:40:09 -0500

Meeting demand for high quality fabric finishes, Anchorage and Chameleon acoustical wall panels feature NRC rating of .85-1.15 and Class 1 fire rating. Available in 36 premium fabric colors with sizes up to 4 x 10 ft and thicknesses of ½ to 4 in., Anchorage panels can be customized to meet specific application needs. With changeable color metal framing that allows for 52 different custom looks, Chameleon panels are 2 in. thick and come in 2 x 4 ft size.

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High-Efficiency Toilets help reduce water consumption.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:37:26 -0500

Dual-flush HET, Conserver, is EPA-certified and lets user select either 1.0 or 1.6 gallons per flush (gpf) to further water conservation. Also available, Maelstrom Max HET provides one-flush performance using 1.28 gpf. Turbo 3 Flush-assisted model, Renovi HET, utilizes 1.28 gpf. All three products are constructed from vitreous china, have 2 in. glazed trapways to optimize waste removal efficiency, and are designed for quiet flushes and refills.

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Vertical Blind is designed to address noise control issues.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 07:40:35 -0500

Compatible with most track systems, SoundElite® is customizable window treatment which can reduce overall noise levels in interior space where windows and interior glazed surfaces would normally restrict introduction of absorptive materials. With 80% absorption at 500, 1,000, and 2,000 Hz articulate speech frequencies in closed position, vertical blind absorbs 35% of incident sound at these frequencies in open position. It is suited for retrofitting as well as new installations.

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Restroom Partitions protect toilet stall users' privacy.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 07:35:34 -0500

Bradmar(TM) No Site(TM) Solid Plastic Partitions eliminate site line between door and pilaster by employing matching profiles on hinge side and overlap on strike side. Offered in floor-mounted, overhead-braced, and floor-to-ceiling versions, European-style partitions do not require any special floor or ceiling construction and come in 26 shades. Products are made from 1 in. thick HDPE, which is waterproof, resists dents and graffiti, and does not absorb odors.

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Construction Mats are made from fiber reinforced polymer.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 08:00:55 -0500

FRP Pads and Mats offer corrosion resistant foundations and support surfaces that minimize amount of soil preparation required prior to starting development work. Providing portable access for heavy traffic or equipment to environmentally sensitive or challenging areas, lightweight, molded, and non-slip pads can be used as temporary roadways, helicopter landing pads, outrigger pads, trench plates, or supports for building relocation.

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