July 2010 Volume 36 - Number 12
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| July 16, 2010 536 |
| Dometic Creates Heavy-Duty Commercial-Grade Air Conditioners |
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Dometic recently launched a new line of heavy-duty rooftop commercial-grade air conditioners for mobile applications such as remote location, kiosk and other tough environment use.
Offered in 13,500 or 15,000 BTU, the air conditioners are designed for energy-efficient operations in harsh and unusual road and weather conditions. They are shock- and vibration-resistant and lightweight, starting at only 91 lbs., and use the new R-410A “green” refrigerant, which absorbs and releases heat more efficiently.
“We put these air conditioners through a great deal of testing to ensure they’ll stand up to rigorous use,” said Brad Sargent, vice president of marketing. “Under extreme vibration testing, many other units break down after only four hours of use, but these new Dometic models were still going strong at 30 hours and more.”
Commercial-grade components of the air conditioners include galvanized steel top plates, powder-coated base pans with high lips and 15 percent increased thickness over other models, L-shaped brackets tying the motor, compressor and evaporator together for vibration-free operation, and dual rubber bushings at the top and bottom to control noise and vibration. For more information on these products, click on the Commercial Grade AC link at www.Dometic.com/Climate.
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| July 08, 2010 529 |
| Reduce Cleaning Time and Effort wWith Foaming Cleaner |
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With a brand new formulation, Thetford's Ultra-Foam Aqua-Clean™ Kitchen and Bath Cleaner combines the best of all worlds as it cleans well, saves time and is proven safe for the environment with its Environmental Protection Agency's Designed for the Environment (DfE) recognition.
The convenient trigger-spray bottle also helps owners efficiently wash their rig's kitchen and bathroom.
Thetford's Ultra-Foam advantage immediately begins lifting dirt to make cleaning easier and less time-consuming. The foaming bubbles offer an extended contact time with a surface, limiting dripping and running, so less product is needed for the task. It's also great for removing soap scum, rust stains and hard water spots. Gentle and non-abrasive, Aqua-Clean's non-scrub, multi-purpose formula is safe on seals and powerful on all surfaces.
Founded by the EPA, the DfE program began in the early 1990s to champion risk reduction through pollution prevention. All products carrying the EPA/DfE logo do not contain inorganic phosphates, hazardous solvents or environmentally harmful surfactants and use only the safest possible ingredients, while maintaining or improving product performance.
Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Thetford Corp. is the world's leading supplier of sanitation and refrigeration products for the recreational vehicle, marine and heavy-duty truck industries. Thetford is a privately-held company with eight manufacturing facilities in four nations.
Thetford subsidiaries include Norcold, America's leading manufacturer of gas-absorption refrigerators and freezers for the RV, marine and truck markets; Tecma, a producer of fine-china toilets and powerful waste-transfer systems based in Italy; and Spinflo, a unit in England that manufactures high-quality cooking and heating appliances as well as accessories.
Contact Thetford, 7101 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Toll-free 800-543-1219 or 734-769-6000; Fax: 734-769-2023. [ e-mail ]; www.thetford.com.
Source Thetford
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| June 25, 2010 522 |
| Sleek Stainless Steel Microwave Complements Interior Design |
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With counter space a premium in most RV and boat kitchens, a new appliance helps owners streamline the area, while adding to the aesthetic appeal. The stylish, stainless steel CM11070SBKT SpaceSaver Microwave Oven with Trim Kit from Contoure offers a built-in, nearly-flush mounting option that blends in attractively with its surroundings.
Providing 900W of cooking power, the sophisticated SpaceSaver Microwave Oven features an interactive digital display, electronic control and 10 power levels. Eight convenient touch menu buttons automatically set preparation times for multiple foods from vegetables to popcorn. User-friendly, it also offers jet defrost by weight and time, a kitchen timer and a +30 seconds option.
Measuring only 19.1" W x 11.3" H x 15.6" D, the compact microwave oven has low-profile trim dimensions of just 20.6" L x 15" H. With a generous 1 cu. ft of cooking space, the efficient unit includes an 11" glass turntable, bright interior light and child safety lock. Simple to install, it comes with a 40" power cord.
The suggested retail price of the CM11070SBKT SpaceSaver Microwave Oven with Trim Kit from Contoure is $229.95.
Contact InterCon Marketing, 1540 Northgate Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34234. 941-355-4488. [ e-mail ]; www.contoure.com.
Source InterCon Marketing
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| June 12, 2010 509 |
| Dometic Specializes Sanitation Products for RVer Niches |
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Just as the population of RVers has risen dramatically in recent years, so have the number of products designed for their use. However, not all RVs and their users are the same in their preference of equipment use and duration of travel, so a wide product variety can be confusing for consumers trying to choose which ones are right for them.
In response, Dometic recently created a new line of eco-friendly sanitation products tailored to different RVers’ specific uses, which can be found at www.Dometic.com/Green.
“Too many choices can be overwhelming when you’re shopping for sanitation products for your particular camping style. We know RVers don’t want to spend time staring at labels and comparing products, and they don’t want to buy one-size-fits all stuff that won’t be what will work best for their travels, so we did the work for them,” said Brad Sargent, Dometic vice president of marketing. “We studied usage patterns, discovered which formulas and formats fit various kinds of campers, and took that all into consideration when we created this line. Then, we color-coded the labels to let consumers see at a glance which products were designed with them in mind.”
Full-timers will want to look for the purple label to find a holding tank treatment intended for those who are on the road 200 days or more per year. These RVers were found to need a high-volume, high-value package that still takes up minimal space, so this treatment comes in a concentrated liquid formula providing up to 32 applications in a 1-gallon container for the best value and longest-acting effectiveness. The tip-and-measure dispenser allows for sanitary, hands-free use.
Weekenders, RVers who tend to travel anywhere from two days to two weeks at a time, typically look for a quick, on-the-go sanitation product. The Clean ‘n Green holding tank packets and bowl cleaner are designed for them and are labeled in orange. The set includes convenient toss-in packets which dissolve quickly for immediate effectiveness plus a powerful effervescent bowl cleaner. Both products are biodegradable and non-toxic and come in a resealable package.
More rustic camping has a different set of requirements and thus a different approach. For tent campers and other portable toilet users, there’s the blue-labeled Max Control Advanced granulated treatment. The handy pre-measured packets contain a formula which breaks down waste while controlling odors without formaldehyde, and it’s 100 percent biodegradable for conscientious outdoor use.
Any RVer interested in green living can use the Clean ‘n Green BioRinse holding tank treatment with the dark green label, which is completely non-toxic while providing long-lasting, instant odor control. The safe, family-friendly formula treats a 20-gallon tank with just four ounces. In addition, the comfortable new Enviro-Soft two-ply toilet tissue is made from 100 percent recycled paper with no added dyes or fragrances.
“Being ‘green’ is something we’ve done at Dometic before that even became a catchphrase. It’s never been a knee-jerk, trendy thing for us,” said Sargent. “We’ve been doing things like recycling at our factories and implementing energy-savings initiatives at all of our companies worldwide for some years now. It’s not about what’s popular and good for our image. We take our environmental responsibilities seriously and we’re always looking for solutions on a long-term basis.” For more information on these products, visit www.Dometic.com/Green.
Source Dometic
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| May 07, 2010 473 |
| Thetford Goes Even Greener with Holding Tank Deodorants |
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Green holding tank deodorants and cleaners are an important market segment for Thetford Corporation. Although its current formaldehyde-free holding tank deodorant lineup, SupremeGreen, has a strong market presence nationally, Thetford Corporation has replaced it with an even smarter environmental choice, EcoSmart.
"The upgrade is part of the company's continuous improvement program," according to Kevin Phillips, Thetford VP of marketing and sales. "Our customers want to be sure we are meeting higher standards and delivering products that provide them a meaningful choice in the market," he said.
Thetford is committed to giving RVers what they want and protecting the environment. While many products claim to be green, EcoSmart is third-party certified and meets the stringent criteria of North America's oldest, most respected environmental standard and certification agency EcoLogo. Carrying this logo means that a sanitation deodorant must control odors, decrease waste materials, be biologically based and non-toxic, not harm human, riparian or aquatic species, won't accumulate in the environment and have limited surfactants that biodegrade. An EcoSmart formulation has already been successfully marketed throughout Europe for over 20 years and in Canada for almost 10 years.
Providing 70% better odor control than other products in the "green" category, EcoSmart quickly breaks down waste and tissue to prevent messy clogs. The EcoSmart product line is available in formaldehyde-free and enzyme formulas to better meet the needs of individual outdoors enthusiasts. Both liquids are offered in 32 and 64 oz. bottles, while the formaldehyde-free formula also comes in toss-in form for the ultimate convenience and one-gallon bottles.
Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Thetford Corp. is the world's leading supplier of sanitation and refrigeration products for the recreational vehicle, marine and heavy-duty truck industries. Thetford is a privately-held company with eight manufacturing facilities in four countries.
Source Thetford Corporation
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| April 14, 2010 451 |
| Easy-to-Clean Rain Cover Offers Twice the Ventilation |
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MaxxAir Vent Corporation's MaxxAir II Vent Cover
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The more ventilation aboard an RV, the more enjoyable a trip can become. MaxxAir Vent Corporation's MaxxAir II Vent Cover provides twice as much vent area as the company's original vent cover.
This allows double the amount of fresh air inside, while enabling odors, musty air and heat to escape. Once installed, owners can leave the vent open, rain or shine, without worrying about damage to the RV's interior.
This sleek rain cover features an aerodynamic design and solid, one-piece construction. Cleaning is a breeze with its hinge opening hardware. Stainless steel snap lock pins can be easily removed for access, while the hinged brackets offer full entry for cleaning and inspection of the RV's original roof vent seal.
The MaxxAir II measures 22.125" L x 20.25" W x 9.5" H. It's available in five colors, including almond, white, black, smoke and gray to accent any rig. MaxxAir Vent Corporation's MaxxAir II Vent Cover retails for $44.95 and comes with a six-year, best-in-the-industry warranty.
Contact MaxxAir Vent Corporation, 5513 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa, FL 33634, USA. 800-780-9893; Fax: 813-876-2550. [ e-mail ]; www.maxxair.com
Source MaxxAir Vent Corporation
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| April 08, 2010 445 |
| A New revolutionary tool that will change the way this work is done in the world! |
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Wire Feed Tool
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The Feed Master loom tool is perfect for technicians & skilled laborers who are required to feed wire in/through split-flex tubing. The Feed Master is also known as a "fish tool" or "wire feed tool", but it doesn't matter what you call it - the Feed Master gets the job done.
The Safe & Affordable tool everyone will want to have in their toolbox. The Feed Master® loom tool was made to insert wires, cables & hoses inside plastic split loom tubing.
Feed Master's loom feed tool for split-flex tubing will help you work more efficiently, reduce labor costs, increase billable technician output, prevent wear & tear on your hands, and become a reliable cable management tool that you'll use on a regular basis.
Features/ Benefits - Saves Time - Work more efficiently
- Saves Money - Reduce labor costs
- Safe to Use - Prevent wear on hands
- Reliable - Use regularly
Available at select, independently owned franchise locations such as ACE/TrueValue, NAPA Auto Parts, CarQuest, Radio Shack, Rush Truck Centers, Freightliner, Peterbilt, Crimson Fire and many others.
For More Information contact: Feed Master Inc. 18205 N. 51st Ave ste.145 Glendale AZ 85308 623-229-6625 [ e-mail ] www.feedmasterinc.com
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| April 04, 2010 444 |
| Dometic® Improves Climate Control |
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Dometic adds a built-in thermostat to its easy-to-use, easy-to-read Climate Control Center that allows users to simply program it and relax in comfort without worries and confusion.
The fully programmable unit offers one-source control of up to four zones. It shows indoor and outdoor temperatures on its large bluelight display, along with a real-time clock. Click-response buttons and internal memory make for easy programming and use. The Climate Control Center is available in black or champagne.
Dometic Group is a customer-driven, global provider of leisure products for the RV, automotive, truck, marine, lodging and medical markets. Dometic supplies the industry with a complete range of air conditioners, refrigerators, awnings, cookers, sanitation systems, lighting, mobile power equipment, comfort and safety solutions, windows, doors and other equipment that make life more comfortable away from home. Dometic also provides specially designed refrigerators for hotel rooms, offices, wine storage and transport and storage of medical products. Dometic products are sold in almost 100 countries and are produced mainly in wholly-owned production facilities around the world. For more information, contact Dometic at 574-294-2511 or visit www.DometicUSA.com.
Source Dometic Corp
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| March 12, 2010 423 |
| Dometic® Introduces On-the-Go Ice |
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Just in time for summer, Dometic Corporation introduces the Portable Ice Maker. The perfect appliance for entertaining and fun during backyard picnics, or on-the-go events at the park, lake or ball game, the Portable Ice Maker can make up to 33 pounds of fresh, clean ice every 24 hours.
Easily transported, the ice maker can make a batch of ice in less than 15 minutes. It features a front-mount LED display for easy use, a selection of three cube sizes, and a low-water and basket-full indicator. Its large capacity holds 2.5 pounds of ice in the removable basket. It has an energy saving clear window in the lid for easy viewing of the ice level; a convenient, self-storing drain fitting; stainless steel finish; 6-foot power cord; and strong, recessed handles.
Consumers can find Portable Ice Makers at their nearest Dometic retailer.
Dometic Group is a customer-driven, global provider of leisure products for the RV, automotive, truck, marine, lodging and medical markets. Dometic supplies the industry with a complete range of air conditioners, refrigerators, awnings, cookers, sanitation systems, lighting, mobile power equipment, comfort and safety solutions, windows, doors and other equipment that make life more comfortable away from home. Dometic also provides specially designed refrigerators for hotel rooms, offices, wine storage and transport and storage of medical products. Dometic products are sold in almost 100 countries and are produced mainly in wholly-owned production facilities around the world. For more information, contact Dometic at 574-294-2511 or visit www.DometicUSA.com.
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| March 02, 2010 403 |
| Pump Technology Enables Polisher to Run Constantly |
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Keeping water and impurities out of a diesel engine's fuel system is important, but it doesn't have to consume the entire battery. Parker Energy Systems' patent-pending FPM-050 Fuel Polishing Module is designed to remove emulsified water from diesel fuel systems and prevent contaminant build up by maximizing the effectiveness of Racor's fuel filter/water separators. The FPM-050 offers exceptionally low power draw and long life, increasing value to the owner.
The state-of-the-art piezoelectric pump installed in the FPM-050 uses about 2W to run, equivalent to 3.6 A-hr/day. Common navigation lights even take more power to operate. With such a low power draw, the FPM-050 can run continuously and unattended for extended periods of time, without depleting the battery. When run constantly, the module prevents water and other contaminants from accumulating in the fuel system, keeping the engine at peak performance levels.
The FPM-050's piezoelectric pump also features substantially longer life than other displacement pumps. The ingenious design of the FPM-050's pump eliminates many of the wear points that others typically have, enabling owners of the FPM-050 to enjoy many years of use without seeing performance diminish over time.
Parker Energy Systems' FPM-050 Fuel Polishing Module has a price of $587. The piezoelectric pump and Racor fuel filter/water separator are included.
Contact Parker Energy Systems Parker Hannifin Corp. 95 Edgewood Ave. New Britain, CT 06051 Toll-free 877-217-4501 [ e-mail ] www.parkerfuelpolishing.com.
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Reduce Cleaning Time and Effort wWith Foaming Cleaner With a brand new formulation, Thetford's Ultra-Foam Aqua-Clean™ Kitchen and Bath Cleaner combines the best of all worlds as it cleans well, saves time and is proven safe for the environment with its Environmental Protection Agency's Designed for the Environment (DfE) recognition. New Products Posted Jul 08, 2010
Sleek Stainless Steel Microwave Complements Interior Design With counter space a premium in most RV and boat kitchens, a new appliance helps owners streamline the area, while adding to the aesthetic appeal. New Products Posted Jun 25, 2010
Dometic Specializes Sanitation Products for RVer Niches Just as the population of RVers has risen dramatically in recent years, so have the number of products designed for their use. However, not all RVs and their users are the same in their preference of equipment use and duration of travel, so a wide product variety can be confusing for consumers trying to choose which ones are right for them. New Products Posted Jun 12, 2010
Thetford Goes Even Greener with Holding Tank Deodorants Green holding tank deodorants and cleaners are an important market segment for Thetford Corporation. Although its current formaldehyde-free holding tank deodorant lineup, SupremeGreen, has a strong market presence nationally, Thetford Corporation has replaced it with an even smarter environmental choice, EcoSmart. New Products Posted May 07, 2010
Easy-to-Clean Rain Cover Offers Twice the Ventilation The more ventilation aboard an RV, the more enjoyable a trip can become. MaxxAir Vent Corporation's MaxxAir II Vent Cover provides twice as much vent area as the company's original vent cover. New Products Posted Apr 14, 2010
A New revolutionary tool that will change the way this work is done in the world! The Feed Master loom tool is perfect for technicians & skilled laborers who are required to feed wire in/through split-flex tubing. The Feed Master is also known as a "fish tool" or "wire feed tool", but it doesn't matter what you call it - the Feed Master gets the job done. New Products Posted Apr 08, 2010
Dometic® Improves Climate Control Dometic adds a built-in thermostat to its easy-to-use, easy-to-read Climate Control Center that allows users to simply program it and relax in comfort without worries and confusion. New Products Posted Apr 04, 2010
Dometic® Introduces On-the-Go Ice Just in time for summer, Dometic Corporation introduces the Portable Ice Maker. New Products Posted Mar 12, 2010
Pump Technology Enables Polisher to Run Constantly Keeping water and impurities out of a diesel engine's fuel system is important, but it doesn't have to consume the entire battery. New Products Posted Mar 02, 2010
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Original Model Still Top Vent Cover for Fresh Air RVers know to open roof vents aboard their rig to keep temperatures down and musty air out. However, they may not always remember to close them, which may lead to a soaked interior if it rains. New Products Posted Jan 16, 2010
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Rain Cover Provides Fresh Air Rain or Shine Proper ventilation is always important on an RV, but it's needed even more when the weather is less than ideal. Allowing ceiling fans to run despite rainy weather, MaxxAir Vent Corporation's improved Fan/Mate models 850 and 950 rain covers completely enclose a roof fan or roof vent. New Products Posted Dec 23, 2009
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Extend-A-Shower Stromberg Carlson wants to help you enjoy the shower you already have by adding 30% more space to it. New Products Posted Mar 10, 2009
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