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Cargo Control Products from Erickson Manufacturing
Erickson Manufacturing is a leader in the cargo control industry. Erickson’s was founded in 1977 by Brent and Connie Erickson. Through hard work, dedication and extreme passion, the couple has successfully operated and grown the company for more than 40 years. Today, there are three generations working harmoniously to constantly satisfy the needs of customers across North America. Erickson's goal is to continue to introduce new products that make consumers' lives easier. Erickson knows that if you’re able to provide a positive experience for your customers, they will continue to support the Erickson brand. This year, Erickson is proud to introduce its new Self Tensioning Ratchet, Kinetic Recovery Ropes, Cargo Nets, and Adjustable Power Pull Bungey. A normal ratchet can become loose in rough conditions or if there is a load shift. The Self-Tensioning Ratchet eliminates these concerns, as it will take up to 2 inches of slack, so it doesn’t become loose from rough conditions or load shifts. The key to this revolutionary new product is the coil springs on each side. If there is a load shift while you’re driving, the springs will automatically kick in and take up the extra slack until you can safely readjust your cargo. Erickson's newest cargo nets are made from 1-inch polyester webbing with two sizes available. One for short bed trucks (66 inches by 70 inches) and another option for long bed trucks (66 inches by 85 inches). Erickson wanted to make them as universal as possible, so they feature six sewn-on anchor tabs in each corner to allow the user
BOOTH #1025 Lighting Options from Techko Kobot
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Techko Kobot, established in 1982, went from consumer telephone to producing a DIY security product under the brand Techko, later expanding into paper shredders, office equipment, robotic vacuum (Kobot), and in 2020 introducing a new product line in solar lighting. Products are in many national retailers with impeccable track records. The company believes that going green is the sustainable future and has the potential to expand and improve in features. Techko stands behind creating high quality products at affordable prices that everyday consumers can enjoy. Techko has been expanding its online brand presence for solar lighting, which can now be found with most national retailers within the U.S. The current product line covers a wide array of outdoor lighting categories, ranging from pools, backyards, gardens, and even wall lighting. Techko Solar Pool Lights features a patented stabilizing technology to help ensure the solar panel is always facing upwards towards the sun while providing decorative lighting over the pool and a nice ambience to the environment. Outdoor solar torch lighting is also a focus that the company has taken an interest in. From utilizing LED technology to generate authentic dancing flames to providing standard amber or white lighting options, these lights are great for lining pathways or decorating event locations while maintaining a great level of visibility at night. Techko also offers many variations of solar portable lanterns and mounted wall lanterns for consumers to utilize throughout their outdoor environments. Great for
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Old Masters Focuses on Do-It-Yourself Wood Finishing
Old Masters is nationally recognized for its comprehensive stains and finishes retail programs for independent paint, hardware, and specialty woodworking retailers. Based in Orange City, Iowa, Old Masters manufactures wood finishing products for the woodworking enthusiast and homeowner who takes pride in maintaining their own home. Old Masters offers a variety of stains that are crafted to fulfill a variety of woodworking needs. As many homeowners are tackling home projects because of the pandemic, products that help them successfully complete projects, especially first-time wood finishing projects, are important. Old Masters offers three unique wood stains, each formulated to highlight and enhance the natural beauty of wood and deliver a user experience that will build brand trust. Wiping Stain is a thick bodied interior wood stain with good open time allowing for easy application and superior color control. Wiping Stain is perfect for those new to wood finishing, as it is easier to control its application, especially for difficult to stain woods such as pine, birch, maple, poplar, and cherry. It also excels on previously finished surfaces, veneers, fiberglass, metal, and composition surfaces, achieving a rich, uniform color in a single application. Wiping Stain can be applied by brush, rag, or spray, and is available in 24 trend colors, including the newest stain color, Carbon Black, a rich classic black that is modern and sophisticated. Gel Stain is a highly pigmented, oil-based stain designed to achieve intense colors on interior wood, fiberglass, primed metal, and composition surfaces. Its thick
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Blendtec works side by side with thousands of highend restaurants, smoothie shops, coffee shops, professional sports facilities, and more on a daily basis. The company loves to innovate products based on what customers need, and that need has been a resounding “Reduce waste, increase speed, and save money.” Across the board, Blendtec has seen a desire to create a product worthy of these claims, and the company is proud to say it’s done it. Introducing the all-new Nitro Blending System from Blendtec, the jarless blending solution that has been absolutely disruptive in the industry. The Stealth Nitro and Stealth Nitro X blenders blend directly into the cup, leaving on average just 1 to 2 percent of waste compared to nearly 15 percent when blending with a regular blending jar. It works with plastic, paper, and even metal cups ranging from 12 to 36 ounces. Blending time has been reduced to just under 15 seconds with virtually no clean up, allowing franchises across the country to increase their daily customer count, and ultimately, their bottom line. The X in Stealth Nitro X refers to another innovation that Blendtec has applied to a select few products: the Titan X brushless motor. Compared to Blendtec’s standard blender motors that are meant to withstand hundreds of thousands of blends during the duration of its life, the Titan X motor has a lifetime of up to three times as long, and also runs cooler and quieter. Simply put, it’s the best motor on the market today. Pair the Titan X motor with Blendtec’s Stealth sound enclosure (that reduces blending noise by over half), and what do you get? The most powerful, quietest, and longest-lasting blender available today. That’s Blendtec. For more information, go to www.blendtec.com.
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Marra Forni Mobile Brick Oven Trailer System Marra Forni Mobile Brick Oven Trailer System enables you to easily transform your business into a mobile operation while offering high volume and quality cooking. The Marra Forni Pizza Oven Trailer is perfect for positioning outside of an existing restaurant, transporting between various locations, and featuring at multiple venues and popup events. Marra Forni Brick Oven Trailers are ideal for those looking to expand their operation and increase revenue by giving businesses the opportunity to comfortably go where their customers are. The brick oven trailer is the perfect option for those wanting to serve authentic, artisan pizza at weddings, banquets, graduation parties, and more. The Marra Forni Mobile Oven Trailers’ versatility is one of the greatest value-added features, built in Beltsville, Maryland, and are perfect for in-town mobile live-fire catering. What makes the small utility trailers unique is that they can be towed with any car and can be taken anywhere.
Some spaces, including certain backyards, for example, are off-limits to larger trailers, but this one can be brought in by hand. They make it easy to service customers who don’t need a large entry gate or huge yard in order. The mobile brick ovens can be hauled with a regular car and maneuvered comfortably by hand. Extremely easy to run, the all-metal trailer is available with gas or wood options. In these models, only the deck is made with signature Marra Stone bricks, which helps to keep the ovens lightweight and effective. In addition, they allow for wood storage and possible cooler storage. The rear lighting affords optimal flexibility for maneuvering from day to night. Chefs and aspiring pizzaioli can craft artisan pizzas, sizzling proteins, and fire-roasted vegetables in seconds thanks to this model. Despite their compact and convenient size, these Mobile Brick Oven Trailer Systems afford the same cooking performance and versatility as all of the company’s
Charcoal Grills for the Grilling Enthusiast The IG Stainless Steel Charcoal BBQ and IG Matte Black Edition Barbeque are a pair of charcoal grills designed to solve some of the frustrations that backyard chefs experience in their culinary endeavors, according to Designer/Inventor David Illulian. The grills that Illulian invented share several features: stainless steel
construction, a mechanism that raises and lowers the charcoal bed to control heat, folding side trays and a bottom rack for extra storage. The cooking surface measures 34 inches by 16 inches. They also feature four wheels to make the grill easy to move from one location to another, a large cooking surface for grilling skewers – a favorite of Illulian's
Water Sports LLC Adds Diggin Active to Product Line-Up Water Sports LLC has inked an all-inclusive licensing agreement with Diggin Active with the option and goal of acquiring the company. The strategic addition of Diggin Active brings Water Sports LLC the final product mix needed to move from a seasonal vendor to a year-round resource. The family of brands now includes toys and products for indoor and outdoor play in most every venue. Comprehensively, they include
inside toys, pool, beach, tailgating, amphibious products and sporting goods. In a recent interview, Kerrie Boss, Vice President of Operations for Water Sports LLC, was quoted as saying, “We enjoy such a strong relationship with our customers that they have been the driving force behind our expansion to other departments in their stores. It just makes good sense for our business model. We handle everything from administration to
Prairie View Industries A-Series Equipment Stand Combine durability and functionality with Prairie View Industries A-Series equipment stand. Manufactured from 12-gauge aluminum, each shelf is adjustable and made with a brand-new corner clip assembly. This new design provides additional durability, which allows these stands to support 600 pounds when evenly distributed per shelf. Prairie View Industries manufactures its aluminum shelves with a flush, flat surface to make cleaning fast and efficient. This series is offered in two-,
three-, four- and five-shelf capacities in a wide range of sizes to fit every space. Whether this stand is for an industrial warehouse or a small kitchen, these units are sure to fit your needs and not break the bank. To add even more diversity, Prairie View Industries offers the grand Queen Mary equipment stand. As the queen of all Prairie View Industries’ equipment stands, it is worth its weight in gold due to being the toughest of them all. This isn’t a dainty queen! It is a four-shelf
Hardware & Housewares Review ovens do. Since the temperature can also heat up to 900 d e g r e e s Fahrenheit, you can make authentic Neapolitan pizza. You can also cook the ingredients of your choice slower and at lower temperatures, which increases menu options. The brick deck enables you to use cast iron pans, which are perfect for searing proteins and even desserts and bread. Temperature controls on the gas version are as easy as they are on a range. All that you need to do is turn on the ignition, open the gas and then turn up the fire. Customization colors on the trailer include grey, black, and red. Marra Forni Mobile Trailer System also has a stainless-steel retractable table that slides from inside the trailer. This convenient feature enables you to save space and can be taken out and used wherever you are working.
For more information, go to www .marraforni.com, call 888.239.0575, or email inquiries@marraforni.com.
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– and a removable, retractable ash tray. Assembly requires no tools: even the screws provided with the grill are butterfly screws, so that they can be finger-tightened, so one person can assemble the grill in about half an hour to 40 minutes. Retail price is $499 for
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both the black and stainless steel models.
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fulfillment under one roof and are extremely cost-effective. We remain committed to supplying our customers with the best products and values in as many categories as possible. Licensing Diggin Active with the eventual purchase of the company is another step in that direction. Our partners are excited and looking forward to Diggin products flowing from us to them as soon as possible.” Jenny Stern, Co-founder and Vice
President of Sales for Diggin Active, said, “We have enjoyed the last 15 years building wonderful relationships with our customers and are thrilled to have Water Sports carry the torch.” Stay tuned as Water Sports LLC continues to build its offerings throughout 2021 and into 2022. Hint: there are more exciting products on the way.
mobile shelving unit, which features two heavyduty 5" swivel and two heavy-duty 5" locking stem casters. These casters allow maneuverability and security for your equipment with an overall weight capacity of 900 pounds. Prairie View Industries is proud to boast that its equipment is manufactured in America. Centrally located in Fairbury, Nebraska, Prairie View Industries can ship to either coast quickly and efficiently with lead times that aren’t going to leave you waiting three months for your products to
arrive. Prairie View Industries has a dedicated staff of over 100 employees who strive to produce the best, which is why the company provides customers with a three-year limited warranty against material defects and workmanship under normal use and service on all its equipment. Partnering with Prairie View Industries means that the company will work with you to solve issues others have failed to address.
For more information, visit booth #W3833.
For more information, call 800.554.7267 or email orders@pvifs.com.
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Superior Performance from Bally Refrigerated Boxes Inc. Whether the needs are for a small walkin cooler or freezer, blast chiller or large refrigerated building, Bally panels can be made to satisfy whatever application is designed. Nominal or custom sizes (to the inch) are available to meet the designs of architects and consultants. Bally poured-in-place panels are manufactured in 4", 5" and 6" thickness to meet your specific needs and exceed all Federal Energy Code requirements. Bally is proud to be the first major manufactur-
er in the foodservice segment to have fully integrated Honeywell’s environmental friendly Solstice® LBA into its poured-in-place insulation. The trademark of Bally is its diaphragmatic joining system, which incorporates a structural band fastened to the speed-loc joining mechanism. Bally’s unique Speed-Loc® system provides an internal cage/skeleton of reinforcement throughout the entire enclosure. This interconnection results in unparalleled
Eco-Friendly Product Demand, Pandemic Boost Detergents Market The cleaning detergents market, spurred by interest in eco-friendly products and high demand during the pandemic, is expected to top $1.9 billion by 2025, according to Global Market Insights Inc. Neutral institutional cleaning detergents, which are less hazardous to the environment and the people who handle
them because of their pH-neutral property, are ideal in dishwashing applications, according to the company’s press release. As manufacturers step up efforts to develop biodegradable detergents, consumer demand toward eco-friendly cleaning products grows. Both are expected to maintain growth in neutral
Linenless Action Stations from Southern Aluminum Southern Aluminum designed the GL Table specifically for creative action stations and buffets that inspire employees and patrons alike. Available in an array of
color combinations, the GL’s aluminum top is cloaked in a scratch-resistant laminate to perfectly coordinate your linenless service setups to match your décor.
Fusion Reclaimed Granite Tape Dispenser The Fusion Reclaimed Granite Tape Dispenser from Sea Stones is a charming upgrade from ordinary or outdated plastic dispensers. Handsome enough for the most distinguished desk and Techko Kobot (Cont’d. from p. 1)
backyards, patios, even parks and camping locations. Providing a wide array of lighting options, from amber/flame, amber/white to multicolor, allows for the perfect option for every occasion, all while maintaining the company standard Old Masters (Cont’d. from p. 1)
formula allows easy application and superior color control necessary to achieve a rich and uniform color. Gel Stain can be applied by soft rag or brush and is excellent for vertical surfaces like doors, cabinets, and antiquing. Gel Stain is a popular choice for cabinet updates where a new stain color can be applied over an existing wood finish. Erickson Manufacturing (Cont’d. from p. 1)
to adjust the fit to their specific cargo. Each corner has a D-ring tie down option, and Erickson has included four cam-buckle tie downs to make it a complete set. One of the most exciting introductions is Erickson's lineup of Kinetic
functional enough for the most productive tapers around, Fusion is the office essential that will stick around for generations, and it's an ideal gift item, especially for the person who works at
of a minimum IP65 rating for solar lighting products. Traditional outdoor wall lighting is also something Techko wishes to focus on, providing a self-sufficient source of outdoor lighting in areas where it may be too difficult to install wired lighting or just to save on the home electrical bill.
Gel Stain is available in the same 24 trend colors as Wiping Stain for easy coordination of color throughout a home. Fast Dry Stain is the newest penetrating stain offering do-it-yourselfers and professional woodworkers a stain with intensified depth of color and clarity, enhancing the natural wood grain. Users are quickly adopting fast dry penetrating stains for their rapid dry times as
Recovery ropes. Erickson has introduced several sizes that range from ½inch thick with a 7,260 pound capacity to 2 inches thick with a 103,960 pound capacity. These ropes are made from 100 percent nylon, which allows them to stretch up to 28 percent of their original length. This is where the kinetic energy comes from. As you
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strength and allows Bally to outperform the competition for decades. Bally is proud to offer the strongest door in the industry. All Bally doors come standard with a unitized heavy gauge structural U-channel steel frame with additional welded backing plated integrated at every accessory mounting point. The structural steel carries the weight and eliminates door sagging for superior performance over the life of the unit. Bally’s team of refrigeration engineers continues to develop products designed to lower annual operating costs
For more information, go to www .ballyrefboxes.com.
type institutional cleaning detergents used for dishwashing, the company said. The sudden nature of the COVID-19 pandemic and rise in demand for highquality detergents in the commercial and institutional sector encouraged the development of products that are highly effective against the coronavirus and help curtail the spread of the infection, according to a press release. The market for manual dishwashing applications is expected to surge in small- and medium-sized restaurants and
top $260 million by 2025, according to Global Market Insights. The market in dishwashing machine type applications is expected to surpass $930 million by 2025. Demand for quality detergents used in hospital foodservice dishwashing is also expected to climb, to prevent spread of infectious diseases to patients. As restaurants and bars reopen and social distancing wanes, the demand for cleaning detergents for dishwashing will increase, the company said.
The GL Table is extremely sturdy and allows for easy mobility with multiple leg options and casters that make it useful in many unique ways. Whether you are looking to serve food or beverages, the accessories available for the GL Table, such as enclosure panels, speed rails and shelves, allow you to activate event spaces to fit your operational
needs. This innovative product will enable you to enhance all of your buffets, banquets, and events while providing a multi-use piece of equipment for staff.
home. By working with recycled granite, sustainably sourced hardwood cherry and smooth beach stones, Fusion brings these elemental natural elements to the workstation. The sturdy, reclaimed granite is finished with a special process that smooths the rough
Multiple styles are available, including standard ambient lighting and directional lighting for a more decorative look to a location. Also, some solar lights feature motion sensors to provide light on an asneeded basis, as opposed to constantly remaining throughout the entire night. Techko Kobot is looking to further
they allow projects to be topcoated in less time than traditional wood stains. Old Masters Fast Dry Stain is great for interior hardwood surfaces including wood floors, interior door and trim, furniture, and general woodworking. Fast Dry Stain is available in 23 popular trend colors for easy coordination of projects, and can be brushed, sprayed, or wiped onto a surface. Wood finishing is typically a projpull on the rope, it will stretch and use that built up energy to create a sling shot effect and pull your stuck vehicle out. Bungey cords are a very handy tool, so Erickson wanted to create one with some versatility. This has led to its adjustable bungey cord. It’s 36 inches long, but can be adjusted to any size
and increase efficiencies. Along with Bally’s standard energy savings offering of SmartSpeed™ evaporators, the company has launched the SmartVap+™ to pair with the existing SmartVap™. Together, this intuitive technology operates seamlessly with existing manual or newer electronic expansion valves in order to provide energy savings, adaptive defrost capabilities as well as providing the operator with a vast array of reporting.
For more information, call 800.221.0408, email sales@southern aluminum.com or go to www.southern aluminum.com.
stone and gives it a polished look. The heavy granite will never move while you dispense tape, making Fusion a truly one-handed dispenser – talk about form and function! The custom-made cherry hardwood keeps tape and cutter at the perfect angle and promotes ethical forestry practices to boot. expand its lighting categories in the future and provide consumers with an even greater array of options to meet their needs for a more self-sustaining future. For more information, visit booth #W4048 or email info@techkogroup.com.
ect that can be completed successfully by those of varied skill levels. Resources to support with selection, prep, and application, along with how-to resources, are important to these users. Learn more about our online resources at www.myoldmasters.com/learn.
For more information, visit booth #W744, email robert.reints@myoldmasters.com or go to www.myoldmasters.com.
required for your specific need. Simply pull the end with no hook to your desired length and lock the bungey cord into the hook and clip. If you Tie-It, Tow-It, or Load-It, Erickson’s got it!
For more information, go to booth #1025.