woodezine - Volume II - Issue VIII - July 2004

Woodworking News
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Dust-free Finishing

Norton's new micro-fiber cloths can mean the difference between a good finish and a great finish. Micro-fiber is a single fiber strand, thinner than a human hair, that is split 16 times. The V-shaped splits collect dust particles between the fibers and hold them like a trap. The cloth's surface area is increased over 15 times, creating millions of spaces between the fibers. Using a natural static charge and capillary action, the spaces act as a magnet for dirt and even the smallest particles of dust. Dry Tack Cloths (red) are designed for dry dusting applications - ideal when preparing to apply paint or finish, since they pick up sanding residue and resist snagging with no lint fibers left behind. You will also save money since you can wash and reuse them hundreds of times. Also, traditional tack cloths can contaminate the finish. The micro-fiber cloths are hypoallergenic and measure 16" x 16". Micro-fiber cloths for wet cleaning and polishing applications are also available.

For more info, visit them online (www.nortonconsumer.com).

 


 

Deck Fastener for Hardwoods

Tiger Claw, long famous for their invisible deckboard fastening systems, has just introduced a new fastener of particular interest to woodworkers. The TC-4 Hidden Deck Fastener was designed specifically for hardwoods and exotic woods. A black oxide coating over stainless steel makes the TC-4 virtually invisible between deckboards, and as with the rest of Tiger Claw's line, most of the fastener is actually positioned out of sight underneath the boards.

For more info, visit them online.
(www.tigerclawproducts.com)



With Auton's new SMARTMotor technology on its new SMART Plasma Lift, a separate control box is no longer required because the SMARTMotor is self-contained. Only one power cord is needed for full operation of the unit, so fine furniture makers and designers donŐt have to worry about extra wires and cables interfering with the cabinet design. The 2005 SMART Plasma Lift is offered exclusively by AUTON Motorized Systems and is not available anywhere else. Special features of the new system include integrated remote control, built-in radio receiver, built-in group control, and parallel wiring capability. ItŐs ready for quick, easy installation into furniture designs, uses welded steel construction and smooth rack and pinion operation.

For more info, visit them online.
(http://auton.com)

 

New TV Lift for Furniture Builders




New Version of
Delcam's CAD Software

 

The latest version of ArtCAM Pro software (Version 7) features new functionality that enables quick and easy creation of CAD models of human face profiles from digital images. The software is already used in a wide range of woodworking applications, including the production of signs, furniture and architectural decoration.
Another impressive new design option is the envelope distortion tool. This offers many ways to manipulate an existing relief by stretching or bending the envelope within which it is contained. For example, the envelope could be made narrower at one end to give the visual effect of perspective to a relief. Similarly, the relief can be fitted to a curve by bending the overall shape of the design.
For more info on Delcam's ArtCAM Pro, please contact Peter Dickin at 011 44 121 683 1081
e-mail: marketing@delcam.com
www.delcam.co.uk




   

 


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