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18 • OCTOBER 2012 • WORLD FENCE NEWS LiftMaster Million Cycle Durability Challenge continued from page 16 includes Security+ 2.0™ radio tech- nology, which eliminates interference and provides up to double the range of standard remotes so homeowners do not have to wait at the gate to access their property. The new commercial unit also offers wireless dual gate com- munication, slow start and stop con- trol, programmable auxiliary relays, a high-density polycarbonate two-piece cover, and an easy-to-set electronic limit system. For inquiries on LiftMaster prod- ucts or to inquire about becoming an authorized dealer, visit the web site www.LiftMaster.com. Garden State Fence Association's always popular Jackpot trade show set for Atlantic City The New Jersey chapter of the American Fence Association (Garden State Fence Association) is again host- ing its popular Jackpot Trade Show. Jackpot 2013 will be held in the Mark G. Etess Arena at the Taj Mahal Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, N.J. on Jan. 25-26, 2013. Exhibitor set up, educational sem- inars and the traditional cocktail kick- off party will be on Friday (Jan. 25) and the Jackpot trade show will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. "We are energized about having our show at the end of January, right at the beginning of the 2013 fence sea- son," said Jackpot chairman Terry Fielden. "Over 100 exhibitors will be in attendance, eager to converse about what is new in their companies and product lines. "Atlantic City has emerged as one of the hottest locations for business ac- tivities and trade shows," noted Fielden. "Besides the fun the casinos offer, there is plenty to "Do/AC!," he said, using the slogan of the Atlantic City Convention and Visitors Author- ity. "Stay tuned for more info!" He noted that suggestions of what is new activity-wise in Atlantic City will be forthcoming. "So plan on bringing your family and co-workers for a worthwhile weekend of business and fun," urged Fielden. For additional registration and ex- hibitor information, visit the chapter's web site at www.gsafa.org. ASTM publishes updated edition of fence standards W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Penn. — ASTM International has announced the release of the 12th edition of its ASTM Stan- dards for Fence Materials and Products. The new edi- tion will be the most current re- source for the fencing industry and will include 49 ASTM standards. The price of ei- ther a book or CD-ROM is $175. E-mail Suzanne Daulerio at sdaulerio@astm.org for bulk quantity purchases. For more information, visit www.astm.org. Merchants Metals opens new service center in Morrisville, Pennsylvania ATLANTA, Ga. — Merchants Metals has again expanded its list of service center locations with the open- ing of a new facility in Morrisville, Pennsylvania. "This new location was estab- lished to better serve customers in the Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York City areas," said Brian Dick, gen- eral manager for the Eastern Region. The Merchants Metals Morrisville, Penn. service center team. (Merchants Metals photo) "Morrisville is just one of the lo- cations we plan to open in the Eastern region as we continue to grow our net- work of service center locations," he added. Matt Way is the district manager for Morrisville and brings over 25 years of fence knowledge and leader- ship experience. "Mooresville is an ideal location for us to grow our business," said Way. continued on page 27