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WOOD-RESIN BONDED COATING PROTECTS NEW YARD BARN DOOR

Heartland Industries of Carmel, Ind., a new member of MHI's Suppliers Division, is a leading builder of warrantied after - market accessory storage structures. Three years in development, its new optional Heartland Door features a solid wood frame encased within a thick layer of wood and resin bonded to the frame under high pressure, which according to the company passed a variety of endurance tests. Fitted with locking entry hardware and a continuous metal hinge, the door surface is impressed with a wood grain pattern and is factory pre-primed. The firm produces a full line of backyard storage structures, which are sold through nearly 650 independent dealers. Each structure is built on-site by a trained contractor, can be erected year-round, comes with a two-year labor and materials warranty, and is available with a variety of optional features. Contact Heartland Industries through a local dealer or visit the Web site at www.heartlandind.com.

SECTIONAL POLYPROPYLENE RIDGE VENT

This injection-molded polypropylene vent helps maintain a straight ridge and a consistent amount of vent opening. Made by Benjamin Obdyke Inc., the Xtractor VentTM comes in four-foot sections and is available in two styles: the XLP low-profile designed for fast installation with the use of a nail gun and the X18 which provides 18 square inches of ventilation per lineal foot. Both designs contain an external and internal "sine-wave" shaped baffle that inhibits the infiltration of wind-blown rain and snow. Each section also contains integrated end plugs located every foot to reduce scrap when splicing. For more information or a free brochure, call 800-346-7655. The company's Web site is www.obdyke.com.

COMPACT WATER SUPPLY CHUT-OFF BOX

This product is a welcome alternative to the bulky, unattractive washer boxes that are often used as indoor water supply shut-offs. Measuring 6" x 6", the new Uponor Shut-Off Box can be mounted as shallow as three inches and has a wide mounting flange with pre-set pilot dimples for fast drilling of surface-mounted attachments. Made of heavy-gauge white ABS plastic, the unit's pop-out cover conceals a compact 1/4-turn ball valve, which provides a total seal when closed and improved water flow when open, which traditional stem valves do not permit. The valve is designed to work with Uponor's line of cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) water piping. For more information, contact Uponor at 219-266-5558.