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PRODUCT PICKS: October 2016

INOVO Patio Door
INOVO Patio Door by Simonton
The new INOVO Patio Door by Simonton features a top-hung screen, designed to minimize contact with dirt, dust and other obstructions that can settle into the bottom track and interfere with opening and closing. INOVO doors are built to be fully customizable and can be upgraded with optional glass packages, grids, tints and blinds between the glass. Vinyl colors include white, tan and driftwood, and painted options include brick, bronze, chocolate, cream, driftwood, pine and tan. Two-, three- and four-panel styles are offered for various sized openings. The INOVO Patio Door by Simonton can be found in select regions of the U.S. Packaging includes reinforced handles for easy transport. The door ships as a fullyassembled, one-piece frame with tilt-in panels designed to simplify installation. www.simonton.com


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MiTek® Updates USP Specifier™ Software
MiTek has released a new version (1.5) of its USP Specifier software. With USP Specifier, users can design beam-to-joist type hangers, input load requirements, and generate connector schedules that can be input into CAD drawings. USP Specifier is developed to let users define product lists, group connectors by project, print project list reports, and compare USP products alongside its competitors’ offerings. The latest version includes a Quick Select design feature, access to a full connector product catalog, and view updated USP Specifier’s design data. USP Specifier software is designed for users to find quick views of code compliance reports as well as access to a configurable reports-generating tool. www.MiTEK-US.com


MiraTEC Smooth Select
MiraTEC® Smooth Select™ from Jeld-Wen
MiraTEC has introduced a line of exterior trim featuring a completely smooth surface. A proprietary technology is said to resist moisture, rot, termites, warping, splitting and cracking, and is also designed to be easier to handle, cut and nail. MiraTEC Smooth Select is said to be nine times more durable than hardboard/fiber or OSB trim. Primed with an ultra-low VOC white primer that contains mildewcide, Jeld-Wen’s product contributes to LEED® and is made from sustainable materials. MiraTEC is also free of silica, a known carcinogen and contains no added ureaformaldehyde. MiraTEC is backed by a 50-year limited warranty. www.miratectrim.com

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M18 FUEL SAWZALL
Milwaukee Tool’s M18 FUEL™ SAWZALL® with ONE-KEY™
Said to cut faster than its corded predecessor, Milwaukee Tool’s new SAWZALL with ONE-KEY delivers more than 40% run time and five times longer tool life. Compatible with ONE-KEY, users will be able to customize, track and manage the tool’s performance through a mobile app. Customizable options include settings for managing and adjusting speed for smoother cut starts, engaging an automatic cut brake to help prevent accidental cuts in materials, and optimization for longer blade life. Users can also access available setups based on common applications and materials. Powered by M18 FUEL, the new SAWZALL features a POWERSTATE® brushless motor, REDLITHIUM™ XC5.0 Battery Pack and REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence Hardware and Software. Also available with the M18™ REDLITHIUM™ High Demand™ 9.0 Battery, and as a bare tool. www.milwaukeetool.com

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