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PROVIDES PORTABLE, RELIABLE BACKUP POWER FOR RESIDENTIAL AND JOB SITE APPLICATIONS

A-iPower, a manufacturer of portable generators, pressure washers, water pumps, and gasoline engines, introduces its SUA9000E portable generator with 9,000 starting watts and 7,250 running watts, capable of firing up major household appliances or multiple power tools.

Powered by a 420cc/14hp OHV engine and combined with an efficient high-output alternator designed and manufactured by Senci, this unit delivers greater peak wattage allowing motor-driven appliances and tools to operate simultaneously. An intelligent automatic voltage regulator (AVR) helps minimize voltage fluctuations and delivers consistent power under load.

“This high-performance generator can power a home’s lights, television, refrigerator, pumps, air conditioner, and fan all at the same time, running for 8.5 hours at 50 percent load. On the job site, it is capable of running three to four power tools,” said Dorrance Noonan, CEO of A-iPower. “Consumers will appreciate its easy electric start and four NEMA GFCI-protected outlets for additional safety.”

Other features engineered for ease of use include an ergonomically-angled compact control panel for user-friendly access and visibility to the panel, push-to-reset circuit breakers for overload protection, a digital hour meter to monitor run times and scheduling of maintenance intervals, and low oil shutdown to automatically protect the engine from potential damage.

For heavy-duty loads and improved traction and mobility over rough terrain, the SUA9000E has nine-inch, never-flat wheels. A built-in, ergonomically-designed handle provides easy transportation and folds down for compact storage.

A 12V-14AH maintenance-free battery is included. Not for sale in California.

For more product information and where to buy, consumers can visit www.a-ipower.com.

About A-iPower

A-iPower offers portable generators, pressure washers, water pumps, and gasoline engines providing innovative, cost-effective solutions for power needs at home, at the job site, and on the weekend.

From our headquarters in Ontario, California, and our technical and distribution center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, opening in late 2016, the A-iPower team is dedicated to providing excellent customer service and ideal product solutions for the wide range and differing needs of consumer and commercial power generation equipment.

For more information, phone 626-888-3598 or visit our website at www.a-ipower.com.

BLÜCHER today launched the HygienicPro® line of stainless steel drains and channels, which are specifically designed to meet the stringent sanitation and efficiency demands of food processing and beverage production facilities. The product line includes the BHG Series sloped channel with high flow capacity that promotes self-cleaning and eases routine cleaning, as well as BFD round top drains, gratings, and accessories.

Constructed of Type 304 or 316 stainless steel, these solutions have smooth interiors that promote excellent water flow and solids removal to prevent the growth of Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli, and other bacteria that cause food-borne illness. The design and construction of HygienicPro drains and channels allow them to be thoroughly cleaned with minimal water and little production downtime.

To learn more, visit BLUCHERpipe.com/HygienicPro

About BLÜCHER

BLÜCHER, a Watts brand, manufactures quality stainless steel drainage products and systems. BLÜCHER solutions include modular drainage channels, floor and shower drains, pipe and fittings, and custom solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, and maritime use. All BLÜCHER solutions have a modular design that supports fast, easy system installation. For more information, visit BLUCHERpipe.com.

Panther™ Gloves Feel as Good as They Look!

Galeton, a leading supplier of quality work gloves and personal protective equipment, has recently expanded its popular line of Panther™ Select Leather Palm Gloves to include two new styles for tougher jobs that need even tougher gloves – the #12334 Panther™ RT Leather Palm Gloves with Reinforced Thumb and #12507 Panther™ Leather Palm Gloves Sewn with Cut & Heat Resistant Thread.

Safety and style come together in our popular Panther™ Leather Palm Gloves that are constructed from select leather for strength and suppleness. Our new #12334 Panthers have an extra piece of black premium leather in the high-wear area between the thumb and first finger to give your gloves extra life.

#12507 Panthers are identical to our classic Panther Leather Palm gloves design, except they are sewn with a cut and heat resistant thread made from DuPont™ Kevlar® fibers for added durability and life of glove.

Both new styles feature soft padding for greater comfort and to reduce chafing, sturdy and breathable black canvas backs and durable, rubberized safety cuffs for easy on and off.

Now you’ll look great in your Panthers even longer!

(DuPont™ and Kevlar® are trademarks or registered trademarks of E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company.)

For more information on these products or for a full selection of Galeton’s products, please visit galeton.com

Key Benefits: Energy Savings, Fresh Air Ventilation

Field Controls has developed two VentCool™ systems to help contractors capitalize on free cooling and deliver energy efficiency. The VentCool Automated System “bolts on” to an existing forced air system and VentCool Whole House Fan works independent of the HVAC system. Both provide dramatic energy savings and fresh air ventilation. Now contractors have a choice.

Saving on AC is just the beginning
The benefits of free cooling begin with dramatic energy savings. Free Cooling systems use up to 90% less energy than running compressor-based air conditioning units. As the cooler air circulates through the home, it cools the structure and everything in it. With this thermal mass cooling effect, traditional air conditioning isn’t needed until later in the day. This translates into less use of the AC system and greater cost savings.

Automated Free Cooling System – The “Residential Economizer”
The VentCool Automated Free Cooling System is one of the most innovative systems on the market. This state-of-the-art system is completely automatic and works in concert with an existing forced air system via the Integrated Ventilation Re-lay Center (IVRC). Indoor/outdoor temperature sensors automatically signal ultra-quiet, positive seal dampers and engage the central fan to bring in cool air while exhausting warm air. Field Controls Fresh Air Dampers are the most reliable de-sign on the market, rated at over 100,000 cycles. With controlled intake and exhaust vents, windows and doors can re-main closed, keeping the home safe and the air fresh. Four models provide a variety of sizes and configurations. The system can be controlled via smartphone, tablet or computer.

Whole House Fans for a New Era
The VentCool Whole House Fan includes six models that work independent of the central HVAC system. These self-contained units feature quiet, energy efficient ECM fans, insulated louvers and self-sealing dampers. Fresh air is pulled into the home through an open window or door and provides airflow from 884 CFM up to 4950 CFM. Insulated duct and ultra-quiet insulated fans minimize noise. These fans are activated manually and can be equipped with a timer and auto-matic shut off switch.

A New Profit Center and Energy Credits
VentCool Free Cooling Systems provide the contractor an additional source of revenue while providing a needed service for the homeowner. VentCool fans use about one tenth the electricity of a typical air conditioner and provide a welcome reduction in the homeowner’s utility costs. Contractors throughout the U.S. have found the homeowner more than recep-tive to the idea. All VentCool models meet or exceed ventilation requirements for ASHRAE 62.2 and qualify for California’s Title 24 free cooling energy credits.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) reports that whole house free cooling systems are the most cost effective way to cool a home.

For more information about Field Controls, visit http://www.fieldcontrols.com/.