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woodezine - Volume
II - Issue XI - November 2004
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Woodworking News
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Fat Max(TM) Chisels from Stanley
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The Stanley Works introduced their new FatMax Short Blade Chisels this summer, and they're now available in a three- piece or six-piece set, or as nine single chisels. Each chisel features a full-length blade protector to act as a safeguard during storage. The chisels are friction welded for a stronger blade and improved performance, and their high-quality ball-bearing grade steel allows the blade to stay sharp longer (unlike forged blades). They are designed with ergonomically designed, bi-material, high-impact handles, for better comfort, grip and control during use. The handle also features a steel-striking cap, so you can hit them with a hammer instead of a mallet. They have a suggested retail price for the 3-piece set of $24.99; a six-piece set is $54.99; or you can pick them up individually from $8.99 to $14.99. For more info, visit Stanley online (www.stanleyworks.com) |
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Kaleidoscope Society's The Brewster Society is an international organization for kaleidoscope enthusiasts, founded by Cozy Baker in 1986. Named after the inventor of the kaleidoscope, Sir David Brewster, its purpose is to share and promote the beauty, creativity, and joy of these mirrored tubes of magic. It serves as a network linking kaleidoscope artists, collectors, and retailers. Membership benefits include a quarterly newsletter, an annual convention, regional meetings, and a house/museum, maintained for members and open by appointment only. There is a remarkable camaraderie among the caring and sharing members of this unique organization, and active members agree that the biggest benefit of all is the strong bonding and close friendships that are formed. |
Our thanks to Massimo Strino for permission to use this extraordinary image.
New Hitachi Router comes with Two Bases
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Hitachi Power Tools has just introduced a new 1/2" router kit, the KM12VC, which comes with both plunge (shown) and fixed bases. The new router kit reflects the aggressive new ergonomic design being implemented by Hitachi Power Tools. The motor transitions between the bases effortlessly, thanks to a tool-less release clamp. This 2-stage clamp allows fine depth adjustments to be made quickly and easily. The 11 Amp, 2-1/4 HP motor has the lowest noise level in its class (only 80 dB), and its electronic speed control maintains constant RPMs even as the load varies. The KM12VC comes complete with 1/4" and 1/2" collet chucks, wrenches, 7 template guides, template guide adapter, template guide centering adjuster, chip shield and carrying case. For more information, visit them online (www.hitachipowertools.com) |
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Fourteenth Annual
Woodworking Industry Conference The fourteenth Annual Woodworking Industry Conference will be held April 20-23, 2005 at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, Destin, Florida The meeting, built around the theme "The Changing Tides of Running Your Business" will feature a series of business, educational and networking sessions, as well as a number of social events and leisure activities. The meeting is co-sponsored by three industry associations - AWFS¨ (Association of Woodworking and Furnishing Suppliers¨), WMIA (Woodworking Machinery Industry Association) and WMMA¨ (Wood Machinery Manufacturers of America¨). Attendance is open to members and prospective members of the three associations. A Public Policy Forum will be held on Friday, where attendees will hear the latest on public policy issues affecting their businesses. The forum will include the presentation of the results of the Wood Dust Study. Early Bird registration fees for WIC are $595 for members and $395 for spouses, companions and children 12 and over. |
For more information, contact any of the three
sponsoring organizations...
AWFS: 800/946-AWFS www.awfs.org
WMIA: 410/931-8100 www.wmia.org
WMMA 215/564-3484 www.wmma.org
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Start Your Dust Collector... Woodcraft's dust collection remote system includes a key chain with an ON/OFF switch that can be used to start your collector from 50 feet away, even through a wall! The largere base unit plugs into a 110V or 220V electric outlet, and the collector plugs into the base unit. It will handle a machine up to 1.5 HP on 110V ($49.99, item 145475), or 3HP on 220V (item 145676). For more info, visit them online (www.woodcraft.com) |
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