Masonry Magazine December 2007 Page. 14

Words: Mark Fernandes
Masonry Magazine December 2007 Page. 14

Masonry Magazine December 2007 Page. 14
New Products

Does your company have a new product? Please send all press releases, photos and other information to jmorrell@lionhrtpub.com.

# DESA Heating

Bowling Green, Ky.

# DESA Heating Portable Forced Air Heaters

DESA Heating has launched Pro-Tough, a series of professional-grade, workspace friendly, versatile-fuel, forced air heaters. The heaters weigh less, operate more quietly and are more maneuverable and portable than traditionally designed forced air heaters. Fuel options include kerosene, diesel, jet fuel and fuel oil. The series is easy to transport and offers 100,000, 150,000 and 200,000 Btu models, all with 13.5-gallon fuel tanks. For more information, visit www.desa.com.

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# Bennu Parts & Service, Inc.

Elk Grove Village, III.

# JERRY CASTLE & SON HIE LIFT INC Continuous-Climb Power Units

Bennu Parts & Service Inc., authorized manufacturer of BENNU, offers a new continuous-climb, self-leveling two-tower mast climber that is fully compatible with all BENNU accessories. With the push of a button, users can safely and efficiently raise and lower the scaffolding continuously, while the automatic leveling feature keeps the platform level. This work platform is equipped with multiple safety features built into the design. A redundant manual backup, spring-loaded safety dog and a hydraulic internal brake give the operator confidence that the platform is safe and level. For more information, visit www.bennuparts.com, or call 847-595-8444.

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# Hilti

Tulsa, Okla.

# HIT Profi Installation System

The Hilti HIT Profi Installation System makes preparing and cleaning concrete holes easy for proper installation of Hilti chemical anchors in a wide variety of anchoring applications and the post-installation of rebar. Comprehensive and customizable for various applications, the system is available in three pre-assembled kits that provide all the accessories needed for an efficient work process and optimum adhesive performance. The HIT Profi System is designed for safe installation of rebar and anchoring elements, such as #11 rebar up to 125 inches deep. For more information, call 800-879-8000, or visit www.us.hilti.com.

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# IRWIN

Huntersville, N.C.

# STRAIT-LINE Marking Chalk Line

IRWIN Industrial Tools has expanded its STRAIT-LINE Marking Chalk line, with the addition of Dust-Off Chalk and Permanent Staining Chalk. Dust-Off Chalk is removable chalk that can be used to mark interior walls and trim and then wiped away cleanly. Permanent Staining Chalk is great for extreme outdoor conditions, because it can withstand harsh weather conditions and months of jobsite wear. In addition to Dust-Off and Permanent Staining, an existing range of chalk offers varying levels of permanence, color and special uses. For more information, visit www.irwin.com.

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# North Safety Products

Cranston, R.I.

# Com-FitAB Reusable Earplug

North Safety Products offers the industry's only reusable earplug made with an antimicrobial agent to protect from both noise hazards and potentially degrading microorganisms. The antimicrobial agent will not wear out or wash off. The corded, triple-flange Com-FitAB comes with a handy inserter device. It is available in three color-coded sizes and comes in corded or uncorded versions. For more information, contact North Safety Products at 888-422-3798 or marketing@northsafety.com.

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# Southwest Kiva

Albuquerque, N.M.

# Sonoran Pre-fab Modular Masonry Fireplaces

Southwest Kiva's Sonoran Series of fireplaces feature the latest in pre-fabricated modular masonry precast fireplace technology. A lightweight and easy-to-install alternative, the Sonoran Series provides a cost-effective, yet attractive, solution for customers searching for a classic, full-scale, real masonry fireplace. The modular system comes lined with actual fire-brick and is available in running bond, herringbone and split brick, as well as a variety of colors. It is currently available in 36-, 42-and 48-inch sizes. These large, full-view fireplaces can be converted by adding an optional arched front. For more information, visit www.sonoranfireplaces.com.

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