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An effective and affordable way to reduce radon levels in homes using side wall venting is now available from Tjernlund Products, Inc., the originator and leading manufacturer of side wall vent systems for gas and oil fu- eled heaters. Called Radon VAC TM , the proprietary system consists of a plug- in fan, exterior hood and installer-purchased PVC pipe. Because the Radon VAC TM side wall system evacuates through the basement side wall, homeown- ers can avoid having PVC pipe run vertically through living areas or outside of their homes to the roof line. The Radon VAC TM system is engineered to reduce radon across a variety of sub-slab soil types. It features a sealed, galvanized fan housing and a PSC permanently lubricated, quiet, low watt motor. Unlike tra- ditional radon fans the motor is not exposed to air stream moisture, increasing motor life.Complete Radon VAC TM information, including installation, per- formance and dimensions, is available at http://tjernlund.com or by calling 800-255-4208. l Simpson Strong-Tie, the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has introduced new drywall hangers that can be installed over two layers of gypsum board (drywall) into a wood stud wall. The new DU/DHU face-mount hanger and the DHUTF top- mount hanger are designed to carry joist floor loads to a wood stud wall through two layers of 5/8" drywall. These hangers in- stall after the drywall is in place and are available in sizes that accommodate most joists used in multi-family construction, including I-joists and trusses. For more in- formation about the new DU/DHU face- mount and the DHUTF top-mount hangers, visit the website at www. strongtie.com/newproducts. k Using a tape measure just got easier with the release of the Tape-Ease® Rubber Grip, which eas- ily attaches to the end hook of any standard one-inch-wide tape measure. The Tape-Ease® Rub- ber Grip enables one person to quickly and accurately measure al- most any material without the blade slipping off. The patented Tape-Ease® Rubber Grip fits over the end hook of all standard one-inch-wide measuring tapes. Once attached to the measuring tape, the blue rubber end of the Tape-Ease® unit grips the end of almost any material—including wood, tile, rock, masonry, stone, brick— and even rounded corners such as granite countertops and curved stucco. The molded rubber end of a Tape-Ease® Rubber Grip won't scratch surfaces and grips securely. For additional information contact Lisa Johnson at (310) 913-2055 or lisa@tape- ease.com. l Webstone now offers the popular 3/8 Compression size in its line of Thermostatic Mixing Valves. These forged lead free brass valves include integral checks on both the hot and cold inlets and pro- vide output ranges from 95 Õ -131 Õ F, making them ideal for point of use applications. Compression ends simplify installation and temperature locking handles ensures user safety. Also available in MIP or SWT union con- nections, sizes ½"-1". Guaranteed for life. Founded in 1954, Webstone is recognized as an industry leader for innovative design of residential and commercial valves used in plumbing, hy- dronic, radiant, solar and geothermal applica- tions. These designs focus on time and space saving concepts that simplify future maintenance and upkeep of all piping systems. Some of Web- stone's trademarked and patented items include; Hydro-Core™, The Isolator®, Isolator EXP™, Pro-Connect™, and Pro-Pal® step saving valves. For more information visit www.web- stonevalves.com. k 2014 New Products