Unit Heater
Operating at 93 percent efficiency, the Effinity93 is available in eight models, ranging from 85,000 to 310,000 BTU/hour. This unit heater from Modine features the company’s exclusive Conservicore technology, which withstands acidic condensate. It’s designed for faster installation and lower installation costs, and the standard Contractor Convenience Package allows for easy connectivity and troubleshooting. Made in the U.S., a finger-proof fan guard is also optional for operation at low mounting heights. READER SERVICE #71
Shade cloth
Shade cloths from DeWitt are designed to provide high-quality sun and screen protection in a variety of strengths for various applications. These shade cloths are ideal for those wanting to grow indoor and cool-weather crops such as lettuce for longer periods of time. It can also be used to cover a commercial greenhouse in the summer heat. The Knitted Shade cloth is made from 100 percent UV-stabilized polyethylene and is available in a variety of colors, stripes and shade densities. The Woven Shade cloth is made from 100 percent polypropylene monofilament strands and can be used for a variety of applications. The shade cloths can be customized for any size or order. READER SERVICE #72
Herbicidal soap
The AXXE Weed & Grass Control is a non-selective herbicidal soap for organic gardening. It will exterminate grasses and weeds that may be found in patios, walkways and driveways. Available from BioSafe Systems, it can also be used for spot treatment. AXXE Weed & Grass Control is biodegradable and will not migrate through soil to harm surrounding plants. It can be used on weeds and grasses such as chickweed, liverwort, crabgrass, dandelion, ragweed and more. Visible results may be seen in hours on algae and moss. It’s available in a ready-to-spray, 32 fl. oz. tip-n-pour concentrate and 1 gallon concentrate. READER SERVICE #73
Feeder injector systems
Anderson Assembled Ratio: Feeder Injector Systems are completely assembled units that make for easy installation and operation. Growers will supply water in, water out and plug-in power, and place the chemical pickup tubes in the tank. All units include a J Plus Ratio Feeder Controller, 160 gallon-per-minute water meter and four-position manifold with pilot valve, blend tank, piping and frame. They work up to 160 gallons per minute, have a 30 to 100 psi pressure range, and have positions for four pump heads. The systems can be powered using 120VAC or 12VDC. READER SERVICE #74
Barcode Scanner
The AT20-Q handheld scanner from DENSO ADC offers high-speed scanning of both 2-D barcodes, such as the QR Code, and 1-D barcodes. Featuring a high-speed shutter that eliminates the effect of camera shake, it allows quick reading from any direction. Its anti-reflection technology enables reliable reading of barcodes on mobile-phone LCD screens. A newly developed scanning module easily accommodates 1-D barcodes with resolutions down to 0.125 mm and 2-D barcodes down to 0.167 mm. The AT20-Q can withstand being dropped onto a concrete floor from a height of 6.5 feet and features IP42 dust- and water-resistant protection. It also has a connector-cable locking mechanism that prevents damage to the connector or cable. READER SERVICE #75
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