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2007 Tool & Equipment Guide

October 25, 2007

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Our tool guide is designed to provide information and access to a variety of manufacturers who offer tools and equipment designed for the walls & ceilings industry. The information in this section was provided by the manufacturers listed. To receive additional information about a product or company, circle the corresponding reader service number on the reader action card included in the back of Walls & Ceilings. For more information on suppliers, manufacturers and distributors, visit W&C’s 2007 Blue Book online at www.wconline.com/bluebook.


ABC Supply Co. Inc.

One ABC Parkway
Beloit, WI 53511
608-362-7777; Fax: 608-362-2062
www.abcsupply.com
ABC Supply offers a wide assortment of exterior building products, including windows and gutters, as well as the tools and equipment professional contractors need. Through our Catalog Division contractors have easy access to more than 6,000 items, from hand tools to power tools, fasteners, caulks, sealants, ventilation equipment and specialty materials.


Aerosmith Fastening Systems

5621 Dividend Road
Indianapolis, IN 46241
800-528-8183; Fax: 317-390-6980
www.aerosmithfastening.com
Aerosmith is your next generation in fasteners for today’s construction needs. Aerosmith fasteners are designed to fasten plywood, OSB, composite siding, metal lath, concrete to steel, CFS to CFS and cement fiber board to concrete, faster than screws! Saving time and money is easy with Aerosmith Fasteners.


Airplaco Equipment Co.

4141 Airport Road
Cincinnati, OH 45226
888-349-2950 or 513-321-2950; Fax: 513-321-8178
www.airplaco.com
The Pro-Cretor high-pressure pump/mixer is a heavy-duty solution for shotcreting, pressure grouting, plastering, structural concrete repair and refractory applications. It includes a 10 cu. ft. material mixer, full-flow 3-inch S-tube material valve with reversing capability, dual hard-chrome plated material cylinders, variable speed hydraulic piston pump with remote control, diesel engine and heavy-duty trailer with hydraulic surge brakes.


Al’s Taping Tools & Spray Equipment

2941 Comstock Ln.
Plymouth, MN 55447
800-458-7895 or 763-559-8169; Fax: 763-550-1341
www.drywalltools.com
Al’s Taping Tools & Spray Equipment is proud to announce our lowest price on TapeTech Taping Tool Full Sets in a decade. Full sets start at $2,599.00 after rebate. Buy now from Al’s and you will also receive over $2,000 in free tools and parts.


Alimak Hek Inc.

8400 Villa Drive
Houston, TX 77061
800-886-1724
www.alimakhek.us
Alimak Hek, a leading manufacturer of rack and pinion-driven equipment for vertical transportation, introduces its HEK MSHF for heavy range applications. The HEK MSHF mast climbing work platform offers safe and reliable solutions to vertical access needs and is the ideal access solution for façade, towers and structures where anchoring is not an option.


Allied Building Products

15 E. Union Ave.
East Rutherford, NJ 07073
201-507-8400; Fax: 201-507-3855
www.alliedbuilding.com
Allied is an independent distributor to specialist contractors in several sectors including residential roofing, commercial roofing, siding/windows and to residential and commercial interior contractors. Headquartered in East Rutherford, N.J., Allied has more than 180 locations nationwide and distributes building materials including residential roofing, siding, soffits, windows, skylights, and tools and accessories.


All-Wall Equipment Company Inc.

12700 N.E. 124th St., #8
Kirkland, WA 98034
800-929-0927 or 425-823-7022
Fax: 425-823-3747
www.all-wall.com
Providing taping, hanging, texture equipment—automatic tool sales and repairs. All-Wall is the preferred dealer among drywall tradesmen and many other top manufacturers of drywall products and equipment. We deliver the highest quality tools, backed by a superior level of service. Satisfaction guaranteed.


American Spray Technologies

1502 22nd. Street NW, Unit A
Auburn, WA 98001
877-833-4342; Fax: 253-833-4329
www.sprayrig.com
For over 40 years since originally patenting the hydraulic control spray system, American Spray Technologies has been making dramatic and industry changing improvements to its equipment. Offerings include portable spray machines, gas spray rigs, diesel spray rigs, electric spray rigs and split skid spray rigs, all engineered for easy use and low maintenance.


Anchoring Systems Inc.

327 White Conkwright Rd.
Winchester, KY 40391
800-633-3385; Fax 800-382-6709
Suspension Wire Assembly Tool automatically assembles up to 600 suspension ceiling wires per hour. Assemble over 200 different clips onto 12-gauge wire up to 24 feet in length without any machine adjustments. Utilize either bundled or coiled wire.


Architectural Products by Outwater, LLC

24 River Road, PO Box 387
Bogota, NJ 07603
800-835-4400 or 201-498-8787; Fax: 1-800-835-4403
www.outwater.com
Intended to not only enable you to easily create “on demand” radii to suit almost any inside, outside or arch radius application without profile deformation or causing excess stress to the mounting surface, the Flexible Polymer Moldings can be installed using typical woodworking equipment, and do not require priming before finishing.


Atlas Copco Construction Tools, LLC

37 Capital Drive
West Springfield, MA 01089
413-746-0020; Fax: 413-746-5383
www.atlascopco.us
Atlas Copco’s hydraulic-powered cut-off saws cut through a wide range of materials, including brick, steel, cement and concrete. The 16-inch blade on the LS 16 provides a cutting depth of 6.3 inches. A lightweight design, open cutting face and adjustable blade guard make the saws easy to operate.


Berger Building Products

905 Pennsylvania Blvd.
Feasterville, PA 19053
800-523-8852
www.bergerbros.com
Berger Building Products, Inc. offers Ladder-Max, an ideal product for maximizing ladder safety & work efficiency. Ladder-Max has a universal ladder attachment design that is made from rugged, durable steel construction. It provides a secure, stable 19-inch stand-off and allows a more natural work angle. It is OSHA & ANSI certified.


Beta Max Inc.

P.O. Box 2750
Melbourne, FL 32902-2750
800-233-5112; Fax: 321-768-9517
www.betamaxhoist.com
Beta Max introduces its Maxial Track Hoist for the industrial painting market. Designed to provide an easier and safer method of lifting general building materials, the hoist is perfect for confined spaces where frame or systems scaffolding is used. All Beta Max hoist systems meet or exceed ANSI and OSHA specifications.


Blue Line Drywall Tools, LLC

1250 South Wilson Way, Suite B-10
Stockton, CA 95205
800-423-1806 or 209-942-1351; Fax: 209-942-2817
www.bluelineusa.com
Loop springs are now fitted to all Blueline USA flat boxes. The new springs feature an extended loop, allowing the spring to slide as the lid is opened. Close the lid down and the new loop-style springs will slide back into action.


BUILDERSCALE CORP.

1305 Dickerson Rd.
Teaneck, NJ 07666
201-837-1204; Fax: 201-833-4386
www.builderscale.com
This new, award winning blade design incorporates the Commercial (1/8-inch) and Residential (1/4-inch) Architect Scales and makes reading construction blue prints in the field easier, faster and 100 percent accurate. It has extra large numbers for easy visibility, a magnetic tip, and a lightweight, heavy-duty compact, shockproof case design.


The C. H. Hanson Company

2000 N. Aurora Road
Naperville, IL 60563
800-827-3398 or 630-848-2000; Fax: 800-827-5834
www.chhanson.com
SuperPencil is a carpenter pencil with a 100-percent writing surface and lasts seven times longer than a traditional pencil. It is made entirely from a non-toxic, graphite composition that marks multiple materials and its lines are water and smudge resistant. It never needs sharpening–a tremendous time saver when making multiple marks.


Chicago Pneumatic Construction Tools

37 Capital Drive
West Springfield, MA 01089
413-746-0020; Fax: 413-746-5383
www.cpconstructiontoolsusa.com
The vibration-reduced CP 0017 SVR chipping hammer from Chicago Pneumatic is ideal for chipping and repairing concrete, stone brickwork. The CP 0017 features a standard D-type ergonomic trigger handle and strong steel spring vibration isolator assembly that limits vibration levels for increased operator comfort.


Construction Solutions

7918 E. McClain Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ. 85260
866-270-8240; Fax: 480-346-8250
www.dryersolutions.com
The DBX1000M by Construction Solutions minimizes potential fire hazards by providing a recessed area in the wall for the dryer vent hose, reducing the possibility of kinks, which largely contributes to fires caused by lint build-up. It also features a patented metal snap-on trim ring, which reduces drywall and paint repairs.


DEWALT Industrial Tool Co.

701 E. Joppa Road, TW425
Baltimore, MD 21286
888-433-9258
www.dewalt.com
The new DEWALT 10-inch compound miter saw is designed with a patented miter system that delivers repeatable and accurate cuts. With a best-in-class vertical capacity to cut up to 3 1/2-inch base molding and 4 1/2-inch crown molding, the saw can cut through various dense materials.


Diamond Wall

P.O. Box 442
Canton, GA 30169
888-235-4397; Fax: 888-470-5252
www.diamondwall.com
Diamond Wall’s DANB trowels are designed for use with unique compounds such as diamond plaster, Venetian plaster and natural clay plasters that are used in the new “Old World” and Italian style wall and ceiling surface finishes. These innovative knives are flexible, durable, lightweight and will not burnish the finish.


DUO-FAST

2400 Galvin Drive
Elgin, IL 60123
847-783-5518; Fax: 847-783-5501
www.duo-fast.com
DUO-FAST’s SureShot 1820 stapler weighs only 1 pound 10 ounces, drives DUO-FAST 1800 series 18-gauge 1/4-inch crown staples, and has a staple size range from 1/2- to 5/8-inch leg length. The tool features a bottom-load aluminum magazine for easy staple loading and a clean nose that allows for easy fastener placement.


ET&F Fastening Systems Inc.

29019 Solon Road
Solon, OH 44139
800-248-2376 or 440-248-8655; Fax: 440-248-0423
www.etf-fastening.com
ET&F Fastening Systems’ innovative pneumatic fastening tools and hardened steel pins allow split second fastening to steel and concrete substrates without the need for pre-drilled holes. Our products have major building code and building component manufacturer approval. We offer engineering assistance, product training and national distribution - as easy as nailing to wood.


Falcon Ladder & Scaffold Mfg.

222 Adams Rd.
Kelowna, BC V1X 7R2 CANADA
800-522-3313 or 250-765-2323; Fax: 250-765-4228
www.falconladder.com
The home of the Original Trigger Bench announces the opening of its Atlanta, Ga. manufacturing and distribution center in November 2007. Get all your favorite Falcon products quickly: Scaffolds (indoor and outdoor), ladders, trigger benches, extension planks, drywall carts, etc. Same Day Shipping on many products!


Exaktime

27001 Agoura Road, Suite 280 Calabasas, CA 91301 888-788-8463; Fax: 818-222-6148 www.jobclock.com Designed exclusively for contractors, The JobClock System provides 100-percent accurate timekeeping and automates the payroll process. Rugged, weatherproof, and battery-powered, The JobClock System makes payroll preparation a snap. Easily generate customized reports organized by worker, jobsite, or activity and automatically transfer attendance records into popular payroll and accounting packages.


Foam Materials & Equipment Co.

5125 N. Second Street
St. Louis, MO 63147
314-231-6712; Fax: 314-231-6448
Foam Materials & Equipment Co. is a distributor of materials, parts, equipment and miscellaneous items for roofing and wall systems. Give us a call or come visit our showroom for more details on our products and services.


Full Circle International Inc.

1850 121st Street East, Suite 113
Burnsville, MN 55337
952-545-2401; Fax: 952-545-2405
www.fullcircleinternational.com
Full Circle International is focused on creating high quality and highly productive sanding tools for the contractor. There is a proper tool for each part of the finishing process. With the Radius 360 and the introduction of the Flex Edge sander, Full Circle International now offers a system of tools that will finish sand at a higher level than ever before.


Goldblatt Tool

15785 S. Keeler Terrace
Olathe, KS 66062
Fax: 913-631-2622
www.GoldblattTool.com
This Flat Box has a hard anodized coating, deeper back spine for easy hand operation, quick release shoes for easy blade change and clean-up, and an adjustable crown dial, which ensures the precise amount of mud. The lid opens wide for easy clean-up. Box is available in 7-inch, 10-inch and 12-inch sizes.


Hilti Inc.

5400 South 122nd East Ave.
Tulsa, OK 74146
800-879-8000; Fax: 800-879-7000
www.us.hilti.com
Ideal for various repetitive fastening jobs, the Hilti GX 120 drives nails into concrete, masonry, block and steel with ease. With no battery to charge, electronically controlled gas injection and the world’s first-ever gas level indicator, this reliable and efficient system takes productivity to new heights.


Hitachi Power Tools

3950 Steve Reynolds Blvd
Norcross, GA 30093
800-829-4752 or 770-925-1774
www.hitachipowertools.com
The low-vibration reciprocating saw features User Vibration Protection technology that reduces motor vibration by over 65 percent, significantly reducing vibration transfer to the user and decreasing end user fatigue. It also features a unique swing cutting mechanism, variable speed dial and trigger for ultimate control all packaged into a lightweight and ergonomic tool.


Hy-Safe Technology

960 Commerce Drive
Union Grove, WI 53182
800-642-0775; Fax: 262-752-2410
www.hysafetech.com
Hy-Safe features all fall protection equipment: harnesses, lanyards, temporary anchorages and kits, as well as engineered systems. The company can design, engineer and install a fall protection system that meets your specific safety requirements. With more than 75 years of comprehensive experience, Hy-Safe Technology’s knowledgeable staff will propose a completely integral, cost-effective solution.


Hyde Tools Inc.

54 Eastford Road
Southbridge, MA 01550-1875
508-764-4344; Fax: 508-765-5250
www.hydetools.com
These contractor-quality finishing trowels are available with both flat-blade and curved-blade options. The curved trowels are designed to help drywall installers quickly mud and feather taped seams without removing too much compound from the seam. Sizes available in high carbon steel are 11 inches and 14 inches for both flat and curved styles.


Hydro Mobile Inc.

125 de L’Industrie,
L’Assomption, PQ J5W 2T9 CANADA
888-484-9376; Fax: 450-589-0370
www.hydro-mobile.com
Hydro Mobile manufactures three lines of mast climbing work platforms, and provides training and technical support to contractors to help them increase their productivity, reduce workers’ fatigue and decrease the risk of injuries. With over 6,000 platforms on the market, Hydro Mobile is the leader of the industry.


ITW/Binks

195 Internationale Blvd.
Glendale Heights, IL 60139
800.992.4657
www.binks.com
Enjoy the benefits of HVLP technology without sacrificing atomization or productivity with the economical Binks SprayVantage 3 outfit. Designed for professional application of latex, enamels, stains, multi-color, lacquers, varnishes, and adhesives, the SprayVantage 3 offers higher efficiency and performance than turbine systems with reduced overspray, controlled spraying, and better air flow and atomization.


Jenny Products Inc.

850 North Pleasant Avenue
Somerset, PA 15501-1069
814-445-3400;
Fax: 814-445-2280
www.jennyproductsinc.com
With roots dating to the 1870s, Jenny Products, Inc. has been an OEM manufacturer for several major manufacturers of air compressors. Today, Jenny manufactures and markets its own line of hand-carry, wheeled-portable and industrial-stationary air compressors.


JLG Industries Inc.

1 JLG Drive
McConnellsburg, PA 17233
717-485-5161; Fax: 717-485-6417
www.jlg.com
JLG’s model 20MVL features a platform height of 19.5 feet and 350 pounds platform capacity. The energy-efficient lift has a direct electric drive with maintenance-free, deep-cycle batteries for long duty cycles. A built-in automatic battery charger and non-marking tires are standard. Counter-rotating rear wheels create a zero turning radius for superior maneuverability.


Klein Tools Inc.

450 Bond Street
PO Box 1418
Lincolnshire, IL 60069-1418
800-553-4676
www.kleintools.com
Klein Tools added work gloves to its Journeyman line that already includes pliers, cutters and other hand tools. The new Utility, Framer, Heavy-Duty Protection and Leather Work gloves provide comfort and durability. All glove styles are available in medium, large and extra-large sizes.


Knudson Mfg. Inc.

10401 W. 120th Ave.
Broomfield, CO 80021
800-548-2622; Fax: 303-469-7994
www.knudsonmfg.com
This year Knudson Mfg., Inc. forged new ground with the KD-125M metric framing machine. The KD-125M FRAMEMAKER features Knudson’s performance specifications of the imperial dimension drywall stud machines and can produce metric dimension punch tooling in nearly any size for international customers.


Kraft Tool Company Inc.

8325 Hedge Lane Terrace
Shawnee, KS 66227
800-422-2448 or 913-422-2828; Fax: 800-985-7238
www.krafttool.com
Kraft Tool EZ-Grip Mud Pan is unique with a special non-slip textured surface, which provides a finisher a better grip, offering less hand fatigue. The Kraft EZ-Grip Mud Pan is stainless steel, resists rust and is easy to clean. The pan is tapered and sides sheared to clean knife easily.


LENOX

301 Chestnut Street
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
413-525-3961; Fax: 413-525-8867
www.lenoxsaw.com
The LENOX Gold bi-metal utility blade features a titanium nitride-coated edge, making it the longest lasting utility blade ever made. Users can extend the life of these blades even further by using the LENOX Gold utility knife, which has a patented titanium-coated stainless steel nose that stands up to the most abusive work situations.


Level Rite Ladder Safety Accessories

3120 Foothill Blvd.
Oroville, CA 95966
800-805-7672
www.levelrite.net
Contractors, roofers, painters and installers use Level Rite Ladder Levelers constructed of ultra-strong aluminum. The extension leg on the Dual-Leg Leveler transfers to either ladder rail. A (black) extension leg accessory, sold separate, adds 8 inches more length for steep inclines. Mechanical operation won’t jam or break. Exceeds OSHA guidelines.


Lift Equipment Inc.

65265 San Jacinto Lane
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
800-225-0057; Fax: 760-288-2254
www.liftconveyor.com
Lift Equipment specializes in lightweight, portable and truck-mounted conveyors, platform hoists, motor ladders and bulk conveyors.


Loggerhead Tools, LLC

P.O. Box 83
Palos Park, IL 60464
888-564-4374 or 708-671-9034; Fax: 708-923-1041
www.loggerheadtools.com
LoggerHead Tools Bit Dr. packs the function of a 21-piece driver set in the weight of one standard screwdriver. Its ergonomic features set it apart: In addition to 21 driver heads, it offers six driving positions, three length adjustments, an intuitive ratcheting function and fingertip control.


Louisville Ladder

7765 National Turnpike - Unit 190
Louisville, KY 40214
800-666-2811; Fax: 800-274-4566
www.louisvilleladder.com
The new camouflage stepladders feature a molded top with tool slots, slip resistant feet and pinch resistant spreader braces. Rated at Type II, the ladder will safely support the user and materials up to 225 pounds. The fiberglass extension features exclusive Quicklatch rung locks, swivel safety shoes, D-shaped rungs for comfort and mar-resistant end caps.


Lyropa Corp.

900 Simpson St.
Eddystone, PA. 19022
800-924-0344;
Fax: 610-874-5493
www.twist-lok.com
The Pro-Fit line of hole saws cut through any type of wood, Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF), cement fiber siding, plastic, wall tile and polyurethane. They come equipped with a drill & drop arbor, which makes it possible to make quick changes between saw sizes and also allows the quick dislodging of slug or waste.


Makita U.S.A. Inc.

14930 Northam St.
La Mirada, CA 90638
714-522-8088
www.makitatools.com
Makita has released its new staplers, combining a range of features for durable and reliable performance for pro-level work. Staplers feature a depth-drive adjustment, allowing users to drive staples to the precise level on the surface and a quick-release “tool-less” cam-lock that opens the guide assembly to easily clear jammed staples and minimize downtime.


Marshalltown Co.

104 South 8th Avenue
Marshalltown, IA 50158
800-888-0127; Fax: 800-477-6341
www.marshalltown.com
The new “walking foot” design of the Skywalker 2.0 stilts features a fully adjustable ankle spring, allowing for a more natural walking motion. A flip-and-switch system makes for quick height adjustment. Stilts are available in two sizes: SW218, adjusting from 18-30 inches; and SW224, adjusting from 24-40 inches.


Metabo Corp.