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Part of Sika’s ongoing mission is developing innovative products that provide simple solutions. The Sikaflex^® Asphalt Sealant is durable and designed for filling cracks in asphalt driveways, parking lots, roadways, aprons, and other asphaltic surfaces. It self-levels, cures to a matte black finish for blending with existing asphalt and remains permanently elastic.

Sikaflex is designed to fill cracks up to one-inch wide and becomes tack-free within one hour, making it a quick and efficient solution. It’s suitable for both DIY enthusiasts and professional contractors. Once cured, the sealant creates a waterproof barrier, effectively protecting the asphalt from water infiltration and subsequent damage. Click here for a brief company video.

We supplied our samples to a local commercial real estate maintenance crew for use in their shopping center. The crew reported the sealant was extremely easy to apply and, once cured, blended into the existing appearance creating a clean finish. If your store stocks asphalt sealant, consider adding Sikaflex^® Asphalt Sealant to your product mix.

The Everest Summit with Versavend ice machine is a high-end commercial ice maker designed to meet the demands of the competitive commercial ice machine business. Many ice vending machines frequently break down due to ice jams caused by their numerous moving parts. In contrast, the Everest Summit Series has dispensed more than 20 million vends without a single jam, thanks to its unique design with only one moving part.

This simple, revolutionary and patented system is exclusive to Everest. The Everest Summit is the only commercial ice vending machine on the market with just one moving part. That means there are significantly fewer components that can fail, ensuring greater reliability and efficiency.

Ice vending with Everest machines is popular because it dispenses ice directly into customers’ coolers. The Everest Summit is designed to give customers exactly what they want: a choice of either bagged ice or bulk ice dispensed directly into their cooler. Click here for more details.

If you are considering adding additional revenue streams to your operation, begin by learning about the high profitability and low operating costs of commercial ice vending. Click here for an introductory video on the industry.

• Created with advanced lithium rechargeable technology. Can charge 10 times faster than conventional rechargeable batteries.
• Fast charging and can be fully charged in as little as 1 hour.
• Reduces waste compared to single-use batteries, which includes transportation and plastic in manufacturing process.
• Available in standard sizes including 9-volt, AA, AAA, C, and D.
• Includes fast-charging USB-C port cable that can charge four batteries at once.
• Minimalist packaging is environmentally friendly.
• Each rechargeable AA battery can prevent up to 1,000 single-use batteries from being thrown away.
• Designed to provide steady, reliable power.

Paleblue

paleblueearth.com

801-400-8652

Sashco is a leading manufacturer of high-performance sealants, caulks, and specialty products based in Colorado. Founded in 1936, Sashco has built a reputation for innovative solutions that enhance and protect homes and buildings. Popular brands include Big Stretch, Lexel, Through the Roof!, and Conceal. The family-owned company still “geeks on goop!” Learn more about Sashco and why “good, better and best” is not what they do.

Beyond product excellence, Sashco supports retailers with comprehensive merchandising solutions ranging from tray displays to end caps and permanent fixtures like their Core 4 rolling rack display. The display features four shelves, caster wheels, and a tool-free assembly system. It is complemented by a full graphics kit and instructional videos for effortless setup. You can explore all of Sashco’s retail solutions by downloading their 2024 DOCK Catalog.

The company’s website also offers a comprehensive Dealer Support section providing retailers with product images, literature, and videos organized by brand.

For retailers who want to optimize product displays and make the most of space in their stores, the Core 4 rolling rack from Sashco is a solution worth trying. With easy assembly, setup and mobility within your store, the rolling rack takes your caulk merchandising to the next level.

• Powerful, instant bonding adhesive and welding powder.
• Easy to use with non-clog nozzles that allow pin-point application of adhesive and welding powder.
• Ready to use out of the bottle with no messy mixing like epoxy-based adhesive.
• Will not dry out in the bottle and is guaranteed for 12 months.
• Can be used along or combined with RapidFix Welding Powder to fill cracks, holes and gaps.
• Bonds dry instantly and repair can be drilled, filed sanded or ground into any shape.
• Dries clear and bonds to almost anything, including leather, metal, plastics, and rubber.
• Available in countertop display of 12 10 ml packs.

Lighthouse for the Blind

lhbindustries.com

800-542-3697

• Built stronger than standard insect screens.
• Fine-wire design improves visibility for sharp, clear exterior views.
• Allows superior airflow while still providing insect protection.
• Suitable for fabrication in conventional screening applications such as windows, doors, and porches.
• Safe to use with pressure-treated lumber.
• Offers outstanding durability.
• Ideal for coastal applications.
• Standard widths available 36 inches to 60 inches, and standard roll length 25 feet to 100 feet.

Phifer

Phifer.com

205-345-2120

• Made with high-quality coated polyester webbing.
• Durable and resists wear and abrasion while also resisting water absorption and freezing.
• Strap can handle tough weather conditions and daily flatbed operations.
• Efficient ratcheting design allows for quicker operation and can reduce tensioning time up to 33 percent.
• Pair of durable, 2.5-inch flat hooks on either end of the strap make it easy to securely attach the strap to anchor points.
• Flat hooks feature edge guards in the web slots to prevent wear and abrasion to the webbing.
• Black powder-coat finish protects the hardware from rust and corrosion.
• Hardware complies with WSTDA T-1 standards and meets or exceeds WSTDA T-4 standards.
• Custom lengths and a wide variety of end hardware available.

ANCRA CARGO

ancracargo-ci.com

800-626-8353

• Plant-based, non-toxic, odorless solution with USDA Certified 96 percent bio-based ingredients.
• Three times the lubricating power of the leading petroleum brand.
• Uses include mechanics and automotive purposes, outdoor gear, bicycles, home repairs, small electronics, and parts.
• Two-way nozzle is easy to use.
• Safe around kids and pets.
• Apply to moving parts to restore smooth operation.
• Available in 3-ounce and 11-ounce sizes.

Gear Hugger

gear-hugger.com

844-920-2333

STIHL KMA 80 R

• Includes 14 optional attachments that are interchangeable between both KombiMotors.
• Runs on a brushless motor for a virtually maintenance-free experience.
• Versatile, able to perform a wide range of yard maintenance tasks with one powerhead.
• Max speed of 7,000 RPM for powerful performance.
• Adjustable front handle can be moved 360 degrees for comfort during any yard work.
• Quick-release coupling system allows for easy switches between Kombi attachments.
• Able to be quickly dismantled for easy transport and storage and reassembled without tools.
• Multi-function control handle provides easy access to all controls.
• Loop handle mounted on shaft provides support and to control the machine in different positions.

STIHL

stihlusa.com

800-467-8445

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, a man named George Lucas created one of the most successful movie franchises in cinema history—”Star Wars.” He set a 2012 Guinness World Record for film merchandising success and earned $4.05 billion after selling the rights to Disney. The movie franchise has become so popular that May 4th is celebrated as “Star Wars Day,” as a spinoff of the movie’s popular saying, “May the Force be with you.”

If you watched the news this May 4th, you most likely saw Star Wars actor Mark Hamill meeting the President and participating in the daily news briefing. The question is:“How do independent hardware stores capitalize on the trend?”

The answer is the same one Lucas himself discovered: branded merchandise. During the spring markets, I had the opportunity to discover the Uncanny Brands company. Its mission is simple: “to find new ways to bring fun and fandom into everyday life. To make the ordinary (making waffles) into the extraordinary (making waffles in the shape of Bob Ross’ face).” The company offers more than 30 different Star Wars-branded kitchen merchandise ranging from an R2-D2 Popcorn Maker to a Darth Vader Light-Up toaster. Full disclosure: it was the Darth Vader toaster that first caught my attention in the booth.

A few months later, the company shipped us an R2-D2 Popcorn Maker and toaster for review. The timing was perfect, both personally and professionally. Our May issue was on the horizon, and my 11-year-old son asked to celebrate May 4th by watching a few Star Wars movies. When I told him that not only could we celebrate with a few movies, but we also had an R2-D2 Popcorn Maker to review, I thought his head would explode.

The officially licensed R2-D2 Popcorn Maker uses hot air to pop 98 percent of the kernels; no oil is required. The popper includes a measuring cup and an inside chute for popped kernels, and R2-D2’s head comes off, creating the bowl. The finished product was an outstanding, fun and healthy snack. The process is so easy that R2-D2 has made us a few additional bowls post-May 4th.

Retailers are always looking for ways to set their stores apart from the ordinary, and branded merchandise could be one tool. Branded merchandise also helps create potential customer events like a “Build your own Lightsaber Night.”