FILL. SEAL. INSULATE. HILTI CF 512 COLD WEATHER FILLER FOAM
Specially formulated for use in freezing temperatures, the new Hilti CF 512 Cold Weather Foam offers a superior alternative to traditional sealing methods. Unlike typical aerosol foam sealants, CF 512 Foam can dispense and cure at temperatures as low as 30 degrees Farenheit. The product is ideal for restricting air, sound, dirt and water infiltration in a variety of applications.
The CF 512 Foam has also been evaluated by the International Code Council Evaluation Service for use as an alternative material for fireblocking in Type V non fire-rated wood frame construction (refer to ESR 2179). The high performance, high yield foam is designed for filling around penetrations and general gap/crack applications, such as insulating around electrical outlet boxes and filling openings around HVAC ducts, pipe and cable penetrations.
The product is a recognizable orange color to distinguish from other foam materials (not for use as a firestop).
The CF 512 Cold Weather Foam helps save energy by reducing air infiltration. For precision installation, the foam is used with the Hilti Premium CF DS-1 dispenser. Its high quality valve prevents pressure loss, prolongs shelf life and prevents waste.
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ANDERSON POWER PRODUCTS® OFFERS POWERMOD®HP CONNECTOR SERIES
Anderson Power Products® (APP), a leader in power interconnect solutions, offers its PowerMod®HP (high power) series connector family, featuring touch-safe female housings, cable strain relief and integral positive latches. These safety features, combined with the ease of connector assembly, establish a new standard for cost effective high power connectors.
APP’s PowerMod HP Series is RoHS Compliant and rated up to 450 amps for appropriate applications at a 30º C temperature rise. Using APP’s patented Sterling contact technology, the PowerMod HP offers low electrical resistance, provides a minimum of 500 mating cycles and is rated for circuit interruption (true hotplug). These connectors are IP 20 rated (touch safe) for user safety. The integral coding key provides further protection by allowing the user to configure unique mating of up to 6 individual connectors.
The connectors accommodate American wire sizes from #6 to 4/0 AWG and metric wires from 13.3 to 95mm². For additional reliability, an innovative cable strain relief kit that encompasses all applicable wire sizes is available as a product option. The unique latching system offers superior security and ergonomics as well as clear identification through its distinct blue buttons. PowerMod HP, offered in ten different connector housing types, including right angle, bus bar, panel mount and blindmate/float selections, delivers broad design flexibility for current and future high power interconnections.
PP connectors are available through their authorized distributor network or direct from the factory. For further information about the company and its products, call 978-422-3600 or visit their web site at www.andersonpower.com.
Architectural Area Lighting Expands its Line of Providence® Fixtures
-New size fixtures offer more variety for this popular product-
Architectural Area Lighting (AAL), the leading provider of architectural outdoor fixtures for the commercial, architectural, and municipal building markets, in response to popular demand, is expanding its popular line of Providence® fixtures. The two new fixtures provide depth to AAL's current Providence family and offers customers three scales of luminaires from which to select, to meet the proportion requirements of multiple mounting elevations within an architectural construction site.
The Providence, introduced to the marketplace in early 2005, is one of the hottest specified outdoor fixtures on the market today. The fixture's modern redefinition of the traditional coach lantern paired with a precision performance optical system has produced a large demand for the original-sized product among architects and lighting specifiers.
" Providence was an instant success," said George Preston, AAL vice president and general manager. "As a rule, our new product development initiatives begin with the needs and requests of our customers. They wanted broader scale options in the Providence line, and thus the Providence -small (PROS) and Providence-large (PROL) were created."
Providence are transitional style fixtures that combine modern lighting performance with aesthetics in a traditional form. The fixtures utilize efficient lamp sources and electronic ballast options for longer lamp life and color correction, making them ideal for use in a variety of settings such as mixed-use retail, commercial, educational, municipal and downtown renovations.
The elegantly designed Providence PROS fixture, measuring 11.52" x 19.44", is made of die cast aluminum for reliability, robust construction and corrosion resistance. The fixture is available in four mounting options, including pole and wall mounting and above or below the arm. The Providence PROS fixture features indirect asymmetric and symmetric cut-off optical systems, as well as direct, full cut-off optical systems. The fixture slips over a 3" pole for mounting and coordinates well with medium and large models of the Providence family.
The Providence PROL fixture features die cast aluminum for corrosion resistance. The 23.6" x 38.95" fixture is available in four optical configurations, including type 2, 3, 4 and 5 full cut-off, horizontal reflectors. In addition, the fixture features tool-less access and removal of the reflector, lamp and ballast. The Providence PROL slips over a 5" O.D. pole or a 4" tenon for arm mounting and PCA-T option.
Both the Providence PROS and PROL fixtures include a single point steel latch that opens a hinged top and ballast compartment. In addition, each fixture utilizes a memory retentive silicone gasket that seals out dust, dirt, insects, and other contaminants for optimum lighting performance. The fixtures feature a powder coat finish available in 13 standard colors, each with a polychrome primer.
Architectural Area Lighting (AAL), headquartered in La Mirada, Calif., is a leading provider of architectural outdoor fixtures for the commercial, municipal and institutional building markets. AAL products are designed and manufactured to meet both the elegant aesthetic and superior performance needs of its audiences. Featuring a broad range of decorative outdoor luminaires, in both contemporary as well as traditional styles, the company's assortment of lighting products can be specified and installed for use in mixed-use retail, commercial and educational applications; as well as municipal and downtown renovations, and residential developments. Architectural Area Lighting is one of the brands of the Hubbell Lighting family. For additional information visit www.aal.net.
New Staco FirstLine® 924 Provides Cost Effective Emergency Lighting Power for All Lighting Systems
Staco Energy Products Co. introduces the FirstLine® 924 three-phase Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) central emergency lighting system for 8 – 16 kW applications. This true on-line, double-conversion central inverter provides computer grade power quality for any lighting system, including incandescent, magnetic and electronic fluorescent ballasts, high power factor compact fluorescent, high intensity discharge (HID), high pressure sodium (HSD), and metal halide (MH). In addition to providing a continuous 90-minute (minimum) power supply during blackouts, the FirstLine® 924 isolates and protects the connected load from damaging sags, swells, harmonics, noise, and voltage imbalances in the primary AC supply. Isolating the connected load from irregularities in the primary AC supply can significantly increase the life expectancy of lighting systems and reduce the long-term cost of ownership.
In the event of an AC power failure, the FirstLine® 924 automatically transfers to battery power, providing a continuous power supply for 90-minutes. When power returns, the FirstLine® 924 automatically recharges the batteries in preparation for the next power disturbance. Three-phase operations support three-phase or single-phase loads. Input voltage rating is 208Vac or 480Vac with +/- 20% range, for an effective input range of 166-250Vac and 384-576Vac respectively, at 60 Hz. Output voltage is regulated to +/-1% of nominal at full load. Total Harmonic Distortion is ≤ 5% for non-linear loads, and ≤ 3% for linear loads.
Cooper Lighting Introduces Handcrafted Recessed Pendants
Cooper Lighting has introduced two new families of Shaper handcrafted recessed pendants. Designed for low ceiling applications, the pendants are illuminated by a Portfolio architectural recessed compact fluorescent (CFL) downlight and feature unique handcrafted art glass hung on stainless steel cables. The recessed pendants are ideal in offices, corridors, lobbies and cafes, among other interior environments.
Shaper’s 497-RP Recessed Pendants feature a 22" curved glass square available in five colorful options. The art glass is detailed with a sprinkling of frit with glass threads and stringers, hand-fused to an opaque white glass for structure and lamp uniformity. The unique glass finishes include choices of: Gray & Bronze Frit with Gray & Vanilla Streamers, Gray & Black Frit with White Streamers, Dark Green & Jade Green Frit with Dark Green Streamers, Royal Blue and Turquoise Frit and Streamers, and Red Frit and Streamers.
The 498-RP Series features a handcrafted kokomo art glass bowl available with a Textured Warm White or Textured Carmel Swirl finish. The finish is also hand-fused to an opaque white glass for structure and lamp uniformity. The series also features a pendant with a trim bowl assembly.
Both series’ offer trim ring, finials and hardware in 12 finishes including natural aluminum, chrome, nickel, copper and brass. Natural aluminum can be specified for sustainable applications.
Offering superior optical performance, the Portfolio downlight features a precisely formed one-piece, clear Alzak®, non-imaging optical reflector with a 55° cut-off to lamp and lamp image. The die-cast aluminum collar accommodates varying dimension of ceiling material up to 1-1/2" deep. Energy efficient lamp options include two 26W, 32W or 42W 4-pin triple CFL lamps.
www. cooperlighting.com.
High Density Protection for up to 15 Servers
MGE Office Protection Systems a world leader in providing end-to-end power protection systems for today's power hungry computing, IT and industrial applications - today announced the introduction of its new Evolution UPS. Responding to user's quest for flexible protection with a low Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), the new Evolution units are the perfect solution for protecting rack-optimized servers, storage systems and Internetworking equipment against damaging and costly power disruptions.
The Evolution is the first line-interactive UPS in its class with an adaptable, multi-position PDU (Power Distribution Unit) that provides an innovative, space saving method of easily adding receptacles to the back, side or top of the UPS - freeing up much needed space in dense rack environments. In addition, optional universal HotSwap Maintenance By-Pass modules allow the UPS to be replaced without interrupting the power supply - assuring power continuity.
The Evolution 650/850/1150/1550 and 2000VA models all feature multiple form factors to suit any need: Tower, Rack/Tower versatile with a choice of depth sizes to accommodate a variety of rack enclosures. At only 1.75" (1U), 3.5" (2U) high along with a 5.25" (3U) short depth 3kVA unit to accommodate typically shallow telecom racks/enclosures, the Evolution's innovative slim design breaks the size barrier and increases the power density to assure continual power for IT systems.
For more information, visit www.mgeops.com.
Elegant New Shorewood Fixture Designed for Historic Districts, Civic Renovations
Sun Valley Lighting introduces Shorewood, a classically styled lantern designed to enhance historic restorations and new commerical projects.
Shorewood can be wall or pole mounted and features an integral, self-contained ballast compartment with "quick disconnect" capability. This allows the electrical module to be unplugged and replaced in seconds during routine servicing or maintenance. The luminaire is UL-listed for damp or wet locations and houses lamps up to 250 watts.
Shorewood features a roudded dome and curved base with vintage detailing. The wall-mounted model is 31" high and has a 22" tall scrolled arm that extends 25" from the wall. The matching pole-mounted Shorewood is 44" high. Fixture arm and housing are constructed from heavy wall corrosion-resistant cast aluminum material, designed to withstand even the most severe climates. Shorewood features a textured electro-statically-applied acrylic enamel finish baked at 400 degrees for maximum durability.
The fixutre hood houses a computer-designed specular-segmented reflector which, combined with a clear acrylic diffuser, offers precise cutoff optics in Type II, III, IV or V square light distributions. A range of standard colors is available, including dark bronze, black, white and silver. Custom colors can be provided upon request as well.
Formore information, visit www.sunvalleylighting.com.
The Real “Cutting Edge” on Display
at Canada’s National Hardware Show – Booth 1408
Canadian Innovator Rapid Tools To Show Patented Knife Blade, New Products. Award-winning, one-of-a-kind blade is key component in unique new combo tool & eco-friendly blade dispensers from trend-setting manufacturer of utility knives.
It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to see that both professionals and do-it-yourselfers save a lot of time and money by using Rapid Tool’s revolutionary blades – which will fit in most standard knives. The top retailers have quickly learned the benefits of offering blades and knives from Rapid Tools, including scores of satisfied customers who return to purchase Rapid products over-and-over again. Among the growing list of stores featuring Rapid Tools knives and blades are Home Hardware, Ace, True Value, Canadian Tire and Lowes Canada and United States. Rapid also produces knives and blades sold under several other well-known brand names, and is a supplier to leading companies that demand the best blade available for their employees.
Rapid offer retailers a wide variety of casing options, from eye-catching, multi-colored translucent plastic to die cast zinc construction. An innovator in packaging and merchandising, Rapid offers counter-top displays, clip strips, impulse-purchase bins, as well as traditional blister packs. Value priced and high quality knifes with the Rapid Edge blade give retailers excellent revenue-producing opportunities in a variety of store departments and locations.
For more information, visit www.rapidtools.com
WinWholesale Opens Winlectric Location in Omaha
WinWholesale Inc., one of the nation’s largest wholesale distributors, has opened Husker Winlectric in Omaha, Neb., to provide contractors in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro area and surrounding counties with a complete line of electrical equipment, parts and accessories.
The new locally owned and operated company provides counter sales and delivery service, and carries products such as Cutler Hammer circuit breakers and electrical panel boxes.
“As part of the expansion of our wholesaling industry locations nationally, we’re pleased to open Husker Winlectric. The staff there is focused on providing customers what they need when they need it to get the job done and give them a competitive edge,” said Monte Salsman, WinWholesale chief operating officer.
Husker Winlectric is the fourth electrical wholesale location WinWholesale has opened this year. In April, the organization acquired Tri-State Electrical Supply. Its locations in Cincinnati, Columbus and Dayton, Ohio, now operate as Winlectric companies.
On a growth trajectory the past 51 years, WinWholesale has opened 14 locations in 2007 between the various Win company wholesaling industries and Noland Company, its wholly owned subsidiary.
There are 459 WinWholesale locations in its various wholesaling industries across the United States and 108 Noland Company branches, mainly in the southeast U.S.
TCP, Inc. Debuts New Line of Eight-Watt Cold Cathode Lamps for Signage and Decorative Lighting
Lamps perform for 25,000 hours
TCP, Inc. expands the energy efficient benefits of its cold cathode product line with the addition of the eight-watt cold cathode A-lamp, Flat PAR30, Flat PAR38 and R30 lamp. Also available in three and five watts, the cold cathode lamps last an average 25,000 hours and are recommended for rapid cycle applications such as signage, amusement parks, rooflines, and theaters. All of TCP's cold cathode lamps are available in clear, white and frost. Many are available in colors, including yellow, blue, green, red and pink.
The eight-watt cold cathode lamps are dimmable to 20 percent, making for an excellent accent lighting solution in restaurants and other applications where low light levels are desired. They are also resistant to damage caused by vibration, which makes them ideal for use as signal lights, such as at railroad crossings.
A special phosphor coating provides excellent color consistency and is resistant to fading and the effects of ultraviolet radiation. Non-leaded glass provides better lumen maintenance over the life of the bulb, and all of the cold cathode lamps are UL listed for indoor and outdoor use.
TCP, Inc., headquartered in Aurora, Ohio, drives lighting innovation for commercial, industrial and residential applications. As the leader in energy efficient lighting, TCP manufactures the most compact fluorescent lamps in the industry, offers one of the largest number of ENERGY STAR approved products and distributes them throughout North America and abroad. The company's extensive product line includes compact fluorescent lamps, cold cathode lamps, linear fluorescent lamps, ballasts and fixtures, exit and emergency lighting, HID, energy efficient fixtures, and LED lighting products/solutions. For more information, visit us at www.tcpi.com or call (800) 324-1496.
Lightning Switch
Lightning Switch is the commercial name of a patented, wireless, battery-less, remote-controlled system that sends coded radio signals to a receiver to powers lights, appliances, and several creative applications. It can be installed as a new switch or replace existing wired switches. Lightning Switch is sold by PulseSwitch Systems, and it has regulatory approval in the United States (UL and FCC), Canada (UL and IC), Europe (TUV and CE) and South Africa (SABS/ICASA).
For more information, visit www.lightningswitch.com. 
Cooper Bussmann Quik-Spec Heavy Duty Industrial Safety Switch Provides Extra Protection Against Contact with Live Parts
Improving workplace safety was the top priority in developing the new Cooper Bussmann® Quik-Spec™ Safety Switch. The heavy-duty switch maximizes user protection with its IP-20 finger-safe CUBEFuse® integration, considered the safest fuse installation on the market. The current-limiting Class J performance of the CUBEFuse also makes the new Safety Switch superior to traditional models in reducing dangerous arc-flash hazards, both in energy and incident levels. The flange operated handle is easy to operate with electrical gloves, and is lockable with up to three padlocks to protect maintenance workers.
The new switch is easy to specify since it meets NEC® 110.9 requirements, and is listed to UL98 for enclosed deadfront switches and UL50 for enclosures for electrical equipment.
As an added benefit, the Safety Switch offers an optional easyID™ fuse-viewing window which provides clear, immediate visual feedback on switch contact status, and allows users to view fuse indication without having to open the switch door.
