What's New: Contractors

Keeping You Informed

What's New: Contractor is designed to keep you, the contractor informed about new products that will make the job easier to complete and your tradesmen more efficient. Each month we'll highlight new products from Castle suppliers. If you're looking for a unique product or tool contact your local Castle dealer. If it's out there, we'll help you find it.

What's New: Contractors

GLL2-80 Dual Line Laser Level
Bosch Measuring Tools has announced the GLL2-80, which the company calls the first 360° dual-line laser, capable of projecting constant lines on both vertical and horizontal planes.
Used for alignment and leveling applications, such as, installing cabinets, floor and wall tiling, drop ceilings, interior framing, decorative finish and trim work, the GLL2-80 can switch between dual-plane, horizontal and vertical only modes for flexibility.
The tool projects bright laser "chalk lines" in 360° angles using Bosch's proprietary Cone Mirror Technology rather than using a motor, increasing durability by reducing the number of moving parts.
Once leveled, the GLL2-80 is accurate to within 1/4" over its 100' normal range (range can be enhanced to 265').
The GLL2-80 can be mounted on a standard tripod (with 1/4-20" and 5/8-11" mounts), is built to rigorous IP54 standards for water and dust protection an has rubber housing to prevent damage on the jobsite.

Arbor pulldown faucet
The Arbor pulldown faucet from Moen Canada contains a unique S-shaped handle, high-arc spout, multi-function pulldown wand and docking mechanism that combined, provide both form and function.

Available in a single-hole mount, Arbor blends into granite and other solid-surface countertops and a coverplate is included for three-hole sink applications. The faucet's single-lever handle offers easy-to- use temperature and flow control, while the ergonomically designed pullout wand and high-arc spout make performing everyday tasks, such as filling large pots or vases, in and around the sink easy.

With the touch of a button, users can switch between several water flow patterns, including aerated spray, stream or Moen's patented pause button, to reach areas outside of the sink. The faucet also includes a fibre pulldown hose with a ball joint at the end of the wand for quiet operation and easier maneuverability when rinsing the hard to reach corners of the sink or when reaching outside of the sink area.

Trex Transcend
Taiga Building Products is now distributing the recently released Trex Transcend deck- ing and railing system, which is engineered with a low-sheen, high-traffic formulation.

The Trex Company says the decking combines a finish that resists stains, scratches and mold with a distinctive and natural-looking, high-definition wood grain pattern in rich, deep colours. The product requires no sanding, staining or painting, and its protective shell defends against fading, while being extremely low maintenance. In fact, spills wash off with soap and water.

Each deck board is available in two profile options, square and grooved. The grooved boards accommodate the Trex Hideaway Hidden Fastening System, which allows for a smooth, unfettered finish, free of nails and other visible fasteners. The system's clips create a seamless look with no screws or screw holes to interrupt the smooth texture and comfortable feel of the decking.

The collection is also backed by a 25-year Limited Fade and Stain Warranty.

Exaktime Jobclock System
The JobClock System from Exaktime is a time and attendance solution that replaces the traditional handwritten timecard method of tracking workers' attendance. According to Tony Pappas, Exaktime president and CEO, "businesses using the system typically see a substantial decrease in payroll expenses, including a 19%-48% reduction in overtime expenses and dramatically reduced payroll processing time."

The battery-powered JobClock remains at a work site 24/7 and workers simply touch in and out with colored keytabs kept on their own key rings (green for go, red for stop). The information from The JobClock is later collected with a PDA and transferred to Exaktime software where it can be reviewed, reports can be printed, and the information can be easily transferred to a number of different accounting and payroll programs.

The newest addition to JobClock is FastTrakker, a handheld device that workers carry with them to quickly clock in for up to 1,000 activities (cost codes) of the company's choice. With FastTrakker, companies can track work activities by cost code at every jobsite, adding highly-detailed activity information to companies’ time and attendance tracking. FastTrakker recently earned the 2009 Most Innovative Product Award for business tools at the World of Concrete trade show.