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Alarmed Safe
Available in three sizes, Yale’s solid steel Alarmed Value Safes feature a built-in 130 decibel alarm, an antibump cylinder, digital keypad entry with 100,000 possible combinations and backup keys. They’re suitable for a range of safe storage uses, from laptops to family photos, important documents, heirlooms and more.
Yale
855-492-0505 or yalehome.com
Countertop Vending Machine
The World’s Smallest Toy and Candy Tower vending machines by Brand Vending Products offer new opportunities for retailers to increase their average transaction size. These new towers are the next generation of vending dispensers using sealed containers. They vend from $0.50 to $1.00 and can take tokens. These machines fit on a countertop or on a stand and are manually operated with no need for electricity.
Brand Vending Products
800-967-3048 or brandvendingproducts.com
Handheld Puller
The Versi-Tugger™ is a handheld cordless puller from Greenlee that works with most cordless drills to provide 1,000 pounds of peak pulling force. The universal pulling head attaches to any conduit from ½ inch to 4 inches in diameter, and the 17-inch rotatable boom adjusts to fit each job with three length positions to choose from. The boom can be extended with 1 inch rigid conduit.
Greenlee
800-435-0786 or greenlee.com
Galvanized Pet Dishes
Behrens’ Galvanized Steel Pet Dishes won’t leach harmful chemicals into your pet’s food. They’re chewproof, easy to clean and are available in three sizes.
Behren Mfg.
800-657-4939 or behrensmfg.com
Retrofit Shower System
The Spectra Versa Retrofit Shower System uses existing plumbing to convert your shower space into a spa-like experience. It is available with a fixed or rain showerhead and both include a handheld feature. The Easy Glide Holder and adjustable height are ideal for families, allowing each user to customize their shower experience.
American Standard
800-442-1902 or americanstandard.com
Lid Organizer
The StoraLid by YouCopia brings organization to food container lid collections cluttering cabinets. Compartments fit lids of various shapes while adjustable dividers let homeowners customize spaces to keep lids upright.
YouCopia
888-973-9288 or youcopia.com
Cabinet Organizer
The Cabinet Caddy fits standard cabinets, or can be used on the countertop. The modular design is intended to function side-by-side to create a “library” of organized items. Each unit holds over 20 bottles and no assembly is required.
Store It!
512-657-0164 or storeitcaddy.com
Pizza Slicer and Server
Gourmac’s Pizza Slice ‘n Serve is a multifunction pizza wheel that can slice and serve pizza. The stainless steel blade is suitable for thin and thick crusts, and the tongs unlock after slicing for serving. The Pizza Slice ‘n Serve is dishwasher safe.
Gourmac
800-243-7700 or gourmac.com
All-Purpose Cleaning Wipes
These nontoxic wipes from Method Products clean with naturally derived ingredients. They wipe up grease and grime and are compostable in municipal composting facilities.
Method Products
866-963-8463 or methodhome.com
Decorative Knobs
Top Knob’s Ellis Collection Telfair Series knobs are a modern reinvention of designs influenced by the historic architecture of Savannah, Georgia. The hardware is zinc alloy and available in brushed satin nickel, polished chrome, flat black, honey bronze and ash gray finishes.
Top Knobs
800-499-9095 or topknobs.com
Digging Shovel
The Fiskars® Pro D-handle Digging Shovel is made from heavy-gauge steel for digging, chopping and prying. The D-handle keeps your wrist in a neutral position, reducing strain. It features an extruded aluminum handle and double-bolted connections for strength and durability.
Fiskars
866-348-5661 or fiskars.com
Biscuit Cup Roaster
The Wolf’em® Stick is a biscuit cup roaster cooking head attachment that allows campers to cook biscuit cups over the campfire using store-bought biscuit dough. An easy-turn rotary handle assists in even roasting and the backward-facing roasting fork keeps food secure while roasting. It features solid hardwood and stainless steel construction for durability in outdoor environments and includes a hot dog and marshmallow roasting fork attachment.
Wolf’em
801-556-1439 or wolfem.com
Down-Filled Clothing Cleaner
Nikwax’s Down Wash Direct® is designed specifically for hydrophobic and regular down-filled clothing and gear. It restores water repellency and maintains down quality and insulation.
Nikwax
800-563-3057 or nikwax.com
Reusable Shopping Bag
Lotus Trolley Bag’s patented reusable shopping bag allows shoppers to organize their products. They can hold 50 pounds in each bag and feature pockets for eggs and wine bottles, an insulated bag and mesh bottoms.
Lotus Trolley Bag
760-688-9962 or lotustrolleybag.com
Smart Lock
Kwikset’s Halo Touch Smart Lock features fingerprint access technology and is Wi-Fi enabled. Available in traditional and contemporary styles, Halo Touch Smart Locks work over a home’s existing Wi-Fi network; no smart home hub required. Users can manage the lock from anywhere using the iOS or Android Kwikset app.
Kwikset
800-327-5625 or kwikset.com
Clip-On Kneepads
Special Operations Clip-On Kneepads feature ½-inch thick neoprene padding, Clip-Lock™ safety retainers, 1-inch hook and loop retention straps and 1-inch extra heavy-duty clips with coated teeth. The flexible rubber cap is stitched down to prevent debris entry. Adjustable straps allow a comfortable, secure fit without binding or cutting off circulation.
Dexter Meadow Enterprises
661-392-8769 or cliponkneepads.com
Water-Resistant Toolbox
Stanley®’s 28-inch FATMAX® Structural Foam Toolbox features a patented watertight seal to protect your equipment. It is ideal for carrying power tools, hand tools and medium to large items. It features a soft-grip handle and a V-groove with ruler on top of the lid to hold materials for cutting.
Stanley Tools
800-262-2161 or stanleytools.com
Work Boots
Iron Age Footwear’s Reinforcer work boot features leather uppers and easy-scrape wedge outsoles made of polyurethane. The included BootBed™ removable insole provides comfort for extended wear. Steel toe protection makes these boots suitable for steel workers, brick layers, concrete finishers, stone fitters and more.
Iron Age Footwear
877-753-2426 or ironagefootwear.com
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Stoneware Mixing Bowl
Mason Cash mixing bowls are made from chip-resistant earthenware, making them heavy enough to stand when mixing, but light enough to hold in one arm. The distinct patterned exterior is designed to help bakers grip and tip the bowl.
Mason Cash
rayware.co.uk
Wood Fuel Pellets
With higher wood density and lower moisture content, Lignetics pressed wood fuel pellets deliver more BTU per pound than logs. They burn with fewer particle emissions and ash than cordwood. Wood fuel pellets create little to no creosote buildup and are a carbon-neutral substance.
Lignetics
800-544-3834 or lignetics.com
Crabgrass Herbicide
Roundup® for Lawns Crabgrass Destroyer kills crabgrass and other grassy weeds down to the root for northern lawns. Each bottle treats up to 1,000 square feet and works within four to seven days. It includes an attached extended comfort wand for easy and precise application.
Roundup
866-324-2647 or roundup.com
