What's New

September 2003

	Accurate and adjustable The Satin Adjustable Wrench comes in four sizes: 6" (150mm), 8" (200mm), 10" (250mm) and 12" (300mm). The jaw is inscribed with accurate gradations. The soft grip handle and sturdy mechanism combine to make this a comfortable and safe tool to use. Medalist Australia Tel: (03) 9790 0655
	Backyard golf greens Masterstroke Australia has just launched its new range of DIY backyard golf green kits — in time for Christmas. The kit offers golfers the opportunity to install a maintenance-free, green in their own home. Each kit contains a detailed instruction manual and design advice, and a free telephone support service. Greens are available in a range of four sizes, suitable for most backyard applications. Customised fittings are also available. Masterstroke Australia Pty Limited Tel: (02) 8901 0440
	Bright blue and yellow Kevron’s entire range of key tags and luggage labels are now in vibrant blue and yellow packaging. The display boxes of 100 key tags now contain 16 different colours. They now include fluorescent shades and “jazz” colours of blueberry, strawberry, grape, graphite, lime and tangerine. New packaging of ID products and accessory lines is coming up. Kevron Plastics Tel: (03) 9387 9811
	Broom choice The K50 Electric Broom is suitable for use on almost any home surfaces including carpets, parquet, natural stone, tiles or linoleum. The K50 features a roller brush that throws the sweepings into a dustpan, which can be manually emptied quickly. The broom is turned on and off via a large foot switch and its long hinged handle allows it to fit under low furniture. It isn’t restricted by a power cable so it can go virtually anywhere. The K50 also comes with a wall bracket for easy and compact storage. Kärcher Australia Tel: 1800 675 714
	Building grout The Sanitized® Porcelain Grout is unsanded so applicators, laying soft glazed tiles or any ceramic or natural stone tile, now have a product designed specifically for that purpose. This grout is designed for polished porcelain, soft glazed tiles or any other tiles requiring a grout that will not scratch the surface. Colours include Silver Grey, Vanilla, Antique White, Ivory, Sandalwood, Black and Light Grey. Davco Tel: (02) 9616 3000
	Chainsaw sharpener The Eze-Lap CSG model diamond sharpener is available in three sizes and comes with a guide to help with precision sharpening of each cutter tooth, and fits on to any electric hand-drill. It is designed to sharpen all cutting teeth including carbides and high-speed steel. The diamond shaft will not distort or reduce in diameter which allows the CSG angle guide to control the depth and correct angle of each cutter. Eze-Lap Diamond Sharpening Products Tel: (08) 8271 8886
	Children's decorations Dream Baby® has just launched several new peel-off Priss Print ranges comprising jumbo wall decorations, borders and growth charts. These nursery items include a Barbie range, a Disney Princess range, a Winnie the Pooh range, a Transportation range and an “Under the Sea” range. They work on walls, gloss furniture and even glass. Tee-Zed Porducts Tel: (02) 9386 4000
	Construction Wire The All Alloy Tie Wire Reel reel is lightweight, accepts small coils of annealed wire, and is suitable for right or left hand use. It attaches easily to a belt and offers a quick change system for replacing the expended coils. Offered in a display box, these reels are 40% cheaper than alternative products. Masonry Hardware Tel: (03) 9870 4242
	Delightful flowers The Natural Beauty range includes the Petunia “Dainty Double”, Petunia “Twirl” and Gazania “Pink Kiss”. The “Dainty Double” variety produces luxuriously full, medium sized, double blooms throughout the warmer months while the “Twirl” is a grandiflora variety which produces large, frilly edged flowers. The “Pink Kiss” produces large, two-toned pink daisy-like flowers on dense, low-growing foliage. Floriana Tel: (03) 9798 9155
	Fortress sealer Fortress is a “natural look” penetrating sealer specifically designed for very dense tiles, stone and grout including porcelain, polished marble, polished granite, terrazzo, vitreous tile and cement grout. It is low-odour and non-flammable. The product will inhibit a broad range of stains including tea, coffee, beetroot, soft drinks and sauces. Tasman Chemicals Tel: 1800 675 529
	Garden growth Neta has released a range of poly tube with drippers pre-installed at set spacings. This product is ideal for narrow garden beds or large landscape areas where drippers have been chosen to conserve water. Standard micro-irrigation fittings can be used with this tubing and it is available in 50m coils with dripper space 30cm apart. PPI Corporation Pty Ltd Tel: (07) 3865 2300
	Glow for security The Glowlite® illuminated house numbers and mini signs do not require globes or wiring. They are maintenance free and automatically switch on at dusk and off at dawn. The house numbers operate all year using 2D cells and are easy to install. There are two sets of different sized numbers and fill in pieces to display up to any five digit addresses. Postmaster Letterboxes Tel: (07) 3245 1149
	Home zone advantage The Home Zone Contact Adhesive has been specially developed for use in the household, craft, automotive, industrial, hobby and marine industries. It is a general purpose adhesive that glues paper, vinyl, rubber, plastic, wood, foam etc. This adhesive is safe on styrene. Stalyce Products Tel: (02) 4631 1511
	Light the way The Deck & Step Light is an outdoor lighting solution ideal for providing directional light to highlight steps and retaining walls. Users can save with extra low voltage and DIY installation. This light has heavy duty metal casing and made from solid glass. It includes a cable connector, 10-watt halogen globe and comes with a 5-year structural warranty. HPM Industries Tel: 1300 369 777
	On the pulse The Nevatronic 24 is an automatic battery charger that is suitable for both 12 and 24 volt lead acid batteries and plugs in to a normal household power point. The ideal application of the Nevatronic 24 is for infrequently used equipment such as golf carts and boats. The charger remains connected to the battery whilst the equipment is not in use. JW Ross & Sons Tel: 1800 251 338
	Professional penetrant The High Performance Penetrant Spray is part of WD-40’s 3-In-One Professional range. This fast-acting formula loosens rusted or stuck parts and works to remove grease and grime from a variety of surfaces. It can be used on pipes, fittings, locks, chains, nuts, lug nuts, tools or anything that needs loosening. WD-40 Company (Australia) Tel: (02) 9868 2200
	Rainbow padlocks The ABUS 78/50 is a non key-override version of the 78KC/50 combination padlock. It has all the features of the 78KC/50 with the exception of the key-override function. It is available with a black faced dial as well as three exciting colours for 2003-2004 including fluorescent green, pink and yellow. Locksmith’s Supply Company Tel: (03) 9329 7222
	Security hardware solution Lane Security has developed a shelf management philosophy that will help consumers when making a purchase decision of security products. The packaging, on shelf POS material and layout, work together to communicate a message that greatly assists in the decision making process. Your store will look tidy, organised and work to return to good profitability. ITW Proline Tel: (02) 9757 0777
	Spray paint comfort The Plasti-kote Can Gun can make spray painting easier for consumers. Additional benefits of the Can Gun include accurate spray control, comfortable trigger action and a built in safety shield. It will fit almost any spray paint can and can be used time and time again. Master Distributors Tel: (03) 9538 9200
	Sugar cleaner Home Zone Sugar Soap has been specially formulated to clean most surfaces in the laundry, kitchen, bathrooms, outdoor areas, on walls and general applications that require cleaning without any adverse effect to the surfaces. It is safe to use and will not cause any scratching to the surface. It does not contain any abrasives. Stalyce Products Tel: (02) 4631 1511
	Touch up pens The uniquely formulated tekkit™ touch up paint pen is manufactured specifically for touching up scratches and marks on almost all products made from the BHP Colorbond® range of steel. It is available in a comprehensive range of colours. Intatek Pty Ltd Tel: (07) 3265 6677
	Wardrobe storage ClosetMaid® enables householders to take charge of their storage areas. Its vinyl coated steel wire shelving can be installed onto any wall surface to more than double the available storage space. The ClosetMaid® range includes the ShelfTrack™ system, fully adjustable shelving that uses sturdy wall mounted hang tracks. It also offers an extensive range of garage products that use hooks and hang ups. Hills Industries Tel: (08) 8301 3200
	Weather tough fans Design Craft fans are UL laboratories tested to withstand rain, dust and moisture to tropical conditions, and are certified with a durability rating of IP23. They feature powder coated steel construction, high impact moulded plastic blades, balanced blade irons to minimise wobble and large capacitors to reduce electrical hum. All Design Craft outdoor ceiling fan models are backed by a 10-year limited motor warranty. Master Distributors Tel: (03) 9538 9200
	Wrap around straps Velcro’s ONE-WRAP® brand straps are wrap-around, self-gripping cable tidies for power tool leads, computer cables, appliances and TV/VCR/DVD leads, etc. They can also be used to bundle objects and stake plants. They can be riveted, screwed or nailed, and won’t crimp or damage leads and cables. Available in 25mm wide x 200mm length straps in a 5-strap roll in black, white, red, royal blue, lemon, green and orange. Ron Disney (Sales) Company Tel: (03) 9387 1844

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