"We''re not expanding just for the sake of expanding," explained Jim Roberts, marketing manager for Magnum, who noted that earlier this year, the company added a second shift for assembly because of the increase in demand.Continuing the enhancement of its mobile generator set product line that began in late 2002, Magnum has introduced a new range of gen-sets targeted toward construction, industrial and commercial standby applications. The new Magnum gen-sets cover an output range of 12 to 371 kW.

Pressure washing removes dirt and grime, but it isn''t designed to strip paint or kill mildew on siding or decks. For the best cleaning results without damaging any surfaces, first test the pressure setting and spray pattern on an inconspicuous place.When washing house siding, follow these rules:* Lay tarps around the house perimeter to protect plants and collect paint chips blown off during washing. Houses built before 1977 may have lead paint chips that will have to be collected and properly disposed of at a hazardous waste facility.

My friend Geoff is a classic Abel. He is one of the sweetest, most compassionate guys you''d ever want to meet, but ask him about Phil and his eyes go all flinty and he takes you back to a day in Florida about five years ago on one of the trips that the three of us had been making with five other guys for 19 years.Geoff is playing with Phil when, halfway through the round, Geoff notices something:"As everyone putts out, it registers that though Phil was closest, he didn''t pick up the flagstick and replace it. So I pick it up. At the next hole I notice he leaves it again, right at his feet. In fact, he''s gotta step over the flag to leave the green. As we walk to the next tee, it occurs to me that I''ve never seen Phil actually pick up a flagstick. As the day goes on, I keep a running count. Zero. Then I think back to previous trips ..."

Though light in weight, Airbor magnetic drill has a powerful 1.6-hp air motor and 1,600-lb magnetic holding strength. With its extra rack, stroke length is extended to 10 1/4 in. Annular cutter capacity is up to 2 1/16 in. diam. Geared chuck adapter converts the unit to a standard drill press. The Slugger Air Force pneumatic drill, at 24 lbs, 6 1/4" high, is useful for confined area drilling. The drill''s features include a permanent magnet that turns on or off by air power, a cutter capacity of up to 1 1/16" diameter x 3/4" depth and the ability to use ShortSlugger cutters and frame cutters. These cutters'' geometry allows the operator to drill multi-layered truck frames in a single pass.

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