September 2012
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SPOTLIGHT www.waroosevelt.com
PLUMBING Show Your Customers How You Can Give Them Cleaner Water. Homeowners will fall in love with the Reverse Osmosis System from Capital Water Softener.
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Safer water makes a big impression – The Reverse Osmosis System reduces harmful impurities, such as cadmium, lead, chromium, nitrate and more, turning ordinary tap water into delicious, sparkling-clear water. Your customers will notice the difference right away.
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Easy-to-use monitoring makes you look good – This system features a Quality Monitor that provides instant monitoring at the touch of a button. A green light indicates that the system is producing quality water, while an amber light signifies that the quality is less than acceptable.
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Patented Membrane seal provides worry-free installation – This seal on the system’s Membrane (the operation center of the system) helps to ensure that the system installs smoothly every time. Plus, it simplifies system maintenance.
MFG# TFC–435 WAR# 915819300
Hot Or Cold, Weld-On Solvent Cement Has You Covered! Weld-On Hot ’R Cold cement is excellent for industrial, pool and spa, irrigation, electrical conduit and plumbing applications in all types of weather conditions.
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Work faster no matter the temperature – Hot ’R Cold cement is very fast setting and specially formulated to make high-strength joints in temperatures as low as -15°F and as high as 100°F. It can be used without a primer on non-pressure systems if local codes permit it.
• Be safe while you work – Weld-On cement is a low-VOC-emission cement solvent that reduces fumes and odor to provide a safer, more comfortable work environment.
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MFG# 10841 MFG# 10842
WAR# 944860148 WAR# 944860142
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A Job Versus A Career There is an old joke among business owners that goes something like this: “Now that I'm my own boss, I can finally choose which 60 hours I want to work each week.” While it may be humorous, it is almost always true. Success never comes easy. Why do successful business people so often work extra hours? Sometimes, it is because they simply have more to do (a business owner may wear many hats, for example). However, this isn't always the case. Successful salespeople almost always put in extra hours even though they aren't the owner. Why? Because they spend time improving themselves. And as our people know I always say, “Companies don’t just get better… it’s when people get better, one person at a time, that drives companies to get better.” In fact, this drive to improve is a characteristic that successful people – whether they own a business or not – inevitably share. It is the difference between those who look at their day-to-day lives as a job, and those who choose to see it as a career. By seeing the big picture – a career as something to be built and developed – high achievers show an understanding that success is almost entirely a product of effort.
in the break room. Why succeed in business if you fail your family? The key is to succeed in both endeavors. Do this by finding fun ways to learn. For example, not everyone wants to read business books. Personally, I like magazines and web sites that provide helpful tips and plenty of laughs at the same time. That half-hour before bed when there's nothing on TV? That's a great time to check out some articles instead of tapping on the remote. Once you get the hang of “getting better,” it gets easier – and people will notice. You'll be more confident. You'll have more to discuss with customers and coworkers. And you'll have an easier time attaining a leadership position. It becomes obvious, after all, who is growing – and who is not. Got some tips of your own for “sharpening the sword”? Please share them with me, and I will pass them on.
This doesn't mean you should ignore everything else and sleep on the couch
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REFRIGERATION Ranco’s Electronic Temperature Controls Are Just What Busy Customers Are Looking For! Ranco’s ETCs provide superior on/off control for walk-in and reach-in refrigerators, milk coolers and refrigerated display cases.
• A digital display makes it easy to set up and easy to use – One finger is all you need to program it. The standard digital display and keypad allow you to simply adjust the temperature settings with 1° resolution. • Two-stage models eliminate inconvenient steps – On two-stage controls, each stage can be set independently – thus eliminating the bothersome task of calculating interstage temperatures. • Remote temperature sensing offers you more flexibility while you work – The ETC is capable of remote temperature sensing up to 400 feet away from the control when using standard 22-gauge sensor wire. MFG# ETC-111000 WAR# 660800695 VOLTAGE 120/230/240VAC MFG# ETC-112000 WAR# 660800696 VOLTAGE 24VAC
RIB Relays From Functional Devices, Inc. Are The Ultimate Time And Labor Saver. • Save money with an all-in-one relay – No need to buy separate components (relay, LED indicator, socket, mounting rail, transient protection and housing). These relays come packaged to help you save. •
Save time during installation – With no separate parts to deal with, these relays save you the trouble of having to assemble separate components on the job or at the shop.
MFG# RIB2401B MFG# RIBU1C MFG# RIBH1C MFG# RIB2401D
WAR# 934902401 WAR# 934900001 WAR# 934920000 WAR# 934912401
HVAC Inspect And Diagnose Complex Problems Without Disassembling The System With The DCS400 Borescope Camera From General Tools. This borescope camera lets you safely examine hard-to-reach and hard-to-see HVAC components to check for leaks, corrosion and deposit buildup, as well as read hidden part and serial numbers.
• Improve safety on every inspection – The DCS400 allows you to visually inspect hazardous areas from a safe distance. •
Wireless capabilities make it easy to view and save your findings – The DCS400 camera features a video scope that includes a detachable 3.5-inch color LCD monitor designed for remote viewing as far away as 32 feet. Plus, you can record up to three hours of video or save still photos.
MFG# DCS400 WAR# 935600400
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Fast FACTS Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Steve Young attended Brigham Young University (BYU) and is the great-great-great grandson of Brigham Young, the man for whom BYU is named. Chewing gum while peeling onions will keep you from crying. According to the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council, hot dog season ends on Labor Day (it begins on Memorial Day). It takes the same amount of time for a bluegill to grow to nine inches as it does for an average buck to reach 8–10 trophy status.
ELECTRICAL Slim Is In. New SmartlockPro Slim GFCIs Install Faster And Easier In Any Electrical Box. ®
• Reduced depth makes it easier to install, even in shallow boxes – Smartlock Slim GFCIs take up to 25 percent less space in the wallbox versus other GFCIs. •
Special clamps and rugged construction make installation quick and easy – External back wire clamps provide visual indication of proper clamping. Plus, these GFCIs have exceptional resistance to wire pullout and the ability to withstand high torque.
New SmartlockPro® GFCIs
MFG# X7599-W WAR# 847751360 MFG# X7599-I WAR# 847751359 MFG# X7599-T WAR# 847751366 MFG# X7899-W WAR# 847751382 MFG# X7899-I WAR# 847751381 MFG# X7899-T WAR# 847751385
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When Quality And Durability Matter, When Accuracy And Safety Are Critical, Choose Klein Tools. Designed by electricians for electricians, Klein’s test and measurement product line is based on years of field research and loaded with the latest innovative, time-saving features.
More features mean more efficiency on the job – Klein’s meters and testers make your job easier by boasting more features than comparable products, such as: • Analog bar graphs – measure fast-moving readings • Low impedance – reduce ghost voltage • Magnetic mounts – secure tools and free up hands • Work lights – illuminate hard-to-reach, hard-to-see spaces • Unique hook design – works great for tight cabinets • High safety ratings – provide one of the safest tools available Manual Ranging Multimeter ........................... MFG# MM100 Electrician’s Multimeter ................................... MFG# MM1000 Auto Ranging Multimeter ................................ MFG# MM200 Electrician’s/HVAC TRMS Multimeter .............. MFG# MM2000 600A AC Clamp Meter .................................... MFG# CL100 400A AC Clamp Meter .................................... MFG# CL1000 600A AC Clamp Meter with Temperature .... MFG# CL200 400A AC/DC True RMS Clamp Meter............. MFG# CL2000 200A AC Fork Meter.......................................... MFG# CL3000 200A Hook Meter ............................................. MFG# CL3100 Electronic Voltage Tester ................................. MFG# ET100 Electronic Voltage/Continuity Tester ............. MFG# ET200
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HVAC UVPhotoMAX From Ultravation Is An Easy-To-Sell Add-On For Customers Who Want Improved Air Quality. UVPhotoMAX is a whole-house UVC germicidal and odorneutralizing air purifier that uses the power of UV light and an exclusive photocatalytic process to make the air in the home healthier.
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Improves indoor air quality (IAQ) – Customers will appreciate you bringing them the option of cleaner air. The UVPhotoMAX air purifier kills millions of airborne bacteria and viruses (including the flu) and destroys odors, mold and other allergens.
• Comes ready to install – The UVPhotoMAX is ready for any HVAC system, with its ductboard mounting plate.
MFG# PTX–1200F WAR# 979001200
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