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Titebond Radon Sealant (Journal of Light Construction)

According to the National Research Council, radon exposure may be responsible for more than 20,000 lung cancer deaths annually, making it a leading cause of lung cancer — second only to smoking. Titebond Radon Sealant can help keep the radioactive gas from seeping through concrete foundations, says the manufacturer. The product is applied to foundation cracks and joints, and around existing coatings. 800/669-4583.

Henkel Introduces Hybrid Sealant + Adhesive for Multi-Surface, All-Weather Applications (ebuild)

Henkel Corporation expands its PL line with the addition of PL Ultimate Hybrid Sealant + Adhesive, which provides superior caulking and bonding performance in one. Combining the flexibility of a sealant and the strength of an adhesive, PL Ultimate Hybrid Sealant + Adhesive bonds to a large variety of building materials and is ideal for sealing applications because it is paintable, will not crack or shrink and provides superior UV resistance.

Hilti HIT RE 500-SD Epoxy Adhesive Anchor System for Strength Design (ebuild)

Hilti HIT RE 500-SD Epoxy Adhesive Anchor System is the industry's first adhesive anchor to receive recognition for use with the strength design provisions for post-installed anchors found in the 2003 and 2006 International Building Code (IBC). The Hilti HIT RE 500-SD Epoxy Adhesive Anchor System has been evaluated in accordance with ICC acceptance criteria AC308 and has been issued ICC ESR-2322.

ICC-ESR #1968 Verifies MASON BOND Code-Compliant (ebuild)

The International Code Council has evaluated MASON BOND masonry adhesive, a patent pending product from ITW TACC. ICC-ES ESR#-1968 verifies MASON BOND is IBC and IRC code-compliant. ITW TACC developed MASON BOND for bonding concrete masonry units and other structural materials.

Unique UX8012 Hot Melt Adhesive from PAM Fastening (ebuild)

A unique hot melt adhesive that applies a strong, clear finish bond to a variety of materials and substrates is now available from PAM Fastening Technology, Inc. Designed for use on finished or unfinished leather, the UX8012 acrylic hot melt adhesive from PAM Fastening has a superior non-visible bond that sets in only 60 seconds. According to PAM Fastening, its performance is similar to a more costly permanent pressure sensitive hot melt adhesive.

New Loctite Universal Adhesive is First of its Kind (ebuild)

The Loctite brand introduces Loctite Universal T.A.C. adhesive. Named for it's versatile bonding capabilities, Loctite Universal T.A.C. adhesive is engineered for a wide range of applications and repairs where a high-strength bond is required; and its advanced bonding works in even the most difficult weather and temperature conditions. This revolutionary adhesive is recommended for use on a variety of materials including marble, domestic and exotic woods, mirrors, ferrous and non-ferrous metal, brick, glass, concrete and PVC.

New Henkel Sealant with Enhanced Silicone Technology (EST) for Shower and Sink Applications (ebuild)

Henkel Corporation introduces Polyseamseal EST Speed Seal, a 100-percent silicone kitchen and bath sealant that will leave you singing in the shower in just two hours after application. Featuring enhanced silicone technology (EST), the ultra-fast-dry system is ideal when quick use of bathrooms and kitchens is essential, such as in the 53 percent of U.S. homes with 1.5 bathrooms or less.

Supress Products Releases Soundproofing Adhesive for Wood (ebuild)

Supress Products, LLC, the leader in cost-effective, easy-to-install solutions to unwanted sound and noise in residential and commercial structures, today announced the nationwide availability of Supress Soundproofing Adhesive for Wood. An addition to Supress' revolutionary noise and mold suppression product line, Supress Soundproofing Adhesive is a high-performance, water-based damping compound specifically designed for laminating wood panels such as Plywood, Oriented Strand Board (OSB), Particle Board and Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF) used in floors, walls and ceiling assemblies.

Product Review: Construction Products (PROSALES Magazine)

Year after year, the diversity of our Editors' Choice winners continues to reflect the many ways in which the pro supply industry changes and evolves. We hope many of these products will strike your fancy and reveal themselves to you as valuable tools–not just more items to sell–as you progress through 2007.

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