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    June 2003 Volume 28 - Number 11    

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Temperature/Humidity Monitoring System 
The HOBO® Temperature and Humidity Monitor, is a low-cost monitoring system for tracking temperature and humidity levels in vacation properties, RVs, boats, garages, and other dwellings that are periodically unattended. The monitor records and displays temperature (-4F - +122F) and humidity (15% - 95% at +77F). And, it can activate an optional Auto Dialer unit that can dial up to four different phone/pager numbers and transmit a voice or numeric message indicating out-of-range conditions. 

Many second-home owners today not only want to keep a close eye on temperature and humidity when they are away, but also want immediate notification if conditions go beyond acceptable limits HOBO offers both capabilities, giving users a high level of protection and peace of mind, whether they are concerned about mold growth during the summer months or freezing pipes in the winter. 

The HOBO Temperature and Humidity Monitor is a standalone, battery operated system that can be easily mounted wherever indoor temperature and humidity monitoring is necessary. It can operate for up to one year using off the shelf alkaline batteries, and its easy-to-read LCD indicates remaining memory capacity and battery status for ease of maintenance. Onset’s BoxCar® Pro software for Windows makes it easy to set high and low level thresholds, and allows users to view collected data graphically in order to understand temperature and humidity conditions over time. 

For more information, contact: Onset Computer Corp., at 1-800-564-4377, Email: sales@onsetcomp.com or visit www.onsetcomp.com/lcd. 


JABSCO’s New Two-Stage Water Pressure System
JABSCO now offers the Dual Sensor Max VSD Water Pressure System. It is designed specifically for water pressure systems in boats and recreational vehicles with high demand requirements. The Dual Sensor Max VSD uses state-of-the-art electronic controls and patent pending circuitry reducing power consumption and noise at low flow rates. This design also eliminates the need for a bulky accumulator tank and virtually eliminates pump cycling and water hammer. The positive displacement diaphragm, four-chamber pump design with a built-in hall-effect pressure transducer allows for a steady water flow while operating at a constant 30 psi with true sensor regulated water pressure. The system is self-priming, can run dry without damage, and may be located up to 5 feet above the fresh water tank. The JABSCO Dual Sensor Max VSD water pressure system is available now. For more info, contact your distributor or Jabsco, 20 Icon, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610-3000. Phone 949-609-5106 or log onto www.jabsco.com. 


Portable Wheel Weighing Scale
A portable wheel weighing scale for use with multiaxle trucks, RVs and motorhomes to make certain that their loads are even and the weight distribution is correct, to assure proper handling, has been introduced by Alliance Scale. The Alliance/CAS Wheel Weighing Scale is fully portable for mobile inspection (battery or AC powered) and up to six scales can be linked together for multi-axle vehicles. Featuring rugged cast aluminum construction, each scale is accurate to 1% of the vehicle weight, is capable of handling 150% overload, and can display the individual or total weight in lbs. or kgs. Available in 10,000 and 20,000 lb. single- and double-width models measuring 18” W x 21.1” D x 2.4” H and 28.3” W x 22.3” D x 2.4” H respectively, the scale has a 1” LCD illuminated display, printer port, and carrying handle. Providing digital filtering to compensate for vibrations, this portable scale runs for 20 hours on a single charge. The Alliance/CAS Wheel Weighing Scale’s MSRP is $1,695 for the single- and $2,295 for the double-width model and is available for rental. Contact Raymond A. Secour, Jr., Alliance Scale, Inc., 1020 Turnpike Rd., Canton, MA 02021-0509 for more information or literature. Phone 781-828-8386, e-mail sales@alliance scale.com or log onto www.alliancescale.com. 


Naugahyde™ Introduces Revolutionary 21st Century Upholstery Material 
NaugaSylk
is a revolutionary new upholstery material exclusively from Naugahyde®. This ultra innovative new material features the look and feel of fabric with durability specifications that surpass those of vinyl. The makers of Naugahyde attribute the superior nature of “NaugaSylk” to the application of a new optically enhanced technology. This space age technology has opened the door to the creation of a material with a surface that reflects 50% more ultra violet rays and remains 40% cooler to the touch while continuing to protect against bacterial and fungal micro-organisms. The nonporous surface of NaugaSylk shows amazing weather resistance and durability upholding temperature testing to -20°F without signs of cracking or fading and withstands Wyzenbeek testing of over 1,000,000 cycles. NaugaSylk embodies the luxurious look of silk, the reflectivity of taffeta, and the four-way stretch of lycra. It meets flammability requirements for upholstery materials mandated by the industry and allows for easy surface cleaning and disinfection. Now available in 10 rich colors, NaugaSylk is recommended for all types of contract and residential applications including the automotive, healthcare, hospitality, marine, and RV industries. All naugahyde products are manufactured solely in the USA. For more information, call toll-free 877-628-4248 or 574-773-5983 or visit www.naugahyde.com. 


Stylish Microwave 
When equipping the kitchenette for a cooking adventure while en route, style is just as important as function. The OR3252S offers travelers an attractive, silver microwave that is efficient and convenient. With a silver front and black back, the .5- cubic foot microwave has a stainless steel look that adds aesthetic appeal to any RV. While the compact microwave is just 17-7/16” wide x 9-5/8” high x 13-1/16” deep, it outputs up to 550 watts of cooking power. It boasts features found in larger models, including six, one-touch cooking menus, speed and weight defrost, express cooking and 10 power levels for a variety of meal choices. It also includes a digital clock and timer, a 10” glass turntable, a pull handle door and a child safety lock. Available in silver, black and white, the OR3252S retails for $109.99. 


New 12- and 24-volt Dimmers 
For precise control of light levels, InterCon has added 12- and 24-volt dimmers to its extensive line of low-voltage lighting. Each dimmer controls up to 100 watts and allows four pre-set light levels. A brief press on the UP key will start an automatic fade-up to 100%. similarly, there is a fade-down to 0% after pressing the DOWN key. Under- and over-voltage protection automatically cuts off the supply if it’s too low or too high, and built-in short-circuit protection reduces output voltage if the load exceeds 100 watts. During short circuiting, the dimmer will cut off the output. The suggested retail price of the new dimmer is $72. For information on the above two items, contact InterCon Marketing, Inc., 1540 Northgate Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34234, e-mail info@interconmktg. com or visit their web site at www.interconmktg.com.


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