NBN Online for the week of October 26, 2009

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In This Issue:

Front Page
Housing Not Out of the Woods Despite Growing Economy
NAHB Sounds Legislative Alert on Tax Credit Extension
Builders Assist Flood Recovery Effort in Atlanta Region
Coast to Coast
‘Shadow Market’ Clouds Housing Recovery
Politics & Government
Consumer Financial Protection Bill Raises Concerns
Economics & Finance
Housing Starts Flat in September
Zandi Forecasts More Home Price Declines Ahead
Home Price Decline Nears Bottom, But Volatility Expected
Big Builders Expected to Lose Market Edge in a Few Years
Tight Lending Expected at Small Banks for Another Year
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Tips
Builders’ Tip: How to Improve Your Hole Saw's Performance
Downturn
Webinar to Discuss Marketing to Help Prepare for Recovery
Business Management
New Software Helps Builders Get to Closings Faster
IBS
Enter nahb Star by Nov. 2 to Sing the National Anthem at IBS
Slots Filling Up for Spokesperson Training at Builders' Show
Sales
One Judge's Top 10 Insider Tips on Winning The Nationals
Custom
Get a Custom View of San Diego on NAHB’s Home Tour
Safety
Apply for SAFE Work Site Safety Award by Nov. 9
Remodelers
Firms Can Now Apply for Lead Paint Rule Certification
Remodeling, Like New-Home Building, Boosts Local Economies
Women
Council Renamed 'Professional Women in Building'
Education
Webcast Course on Dec. 10 to Teach Customer Service Skills
Nominations for 2009 Designee of the Year Awards Due Nov. 13
Education Calendar
Green Building
Certified Green Professionals Need Up-to-Date Listings
NAHB Presents People’s Choice Award at Solar Decathlon
Green Building Awards Entries Now Being Accepted
environment
NAHB Opposes Petition to Revise EPA Lead Paint Rules
Protection of Actual Polar Bear Habitat in Alaska Proposed
Building Products
Black & Decker Puts 16 Socket Sizes in One Wrench
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on the DIY Network
Endowment
HELP Grant Puts Construction Program on Path to Success
Submissions for Lee S. Evans Scholarships Due Oct. 30
Applications for Endowment IBS Scholarships Due Oct. 30
Association News
NAHB Member Is The View's 'Ultimate Volunteer'
Celebrate Windows 7 With Big HP Savings — Only Till Oct. 29
Earn One Free Hertz Rental Day for Every Two Hertz Rentals
Save Big — at Least 60% — on Selected FedEx Shipping
Authorization Process for GM’s $500 Offer Now Much Easier
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

Black & Decker Puts 16 Socket Sizes in One Wrench

A new all-in-one wrench from Black & Decker is designed to eliminate the frustration of having to sort through a socket set to find the right size or keep track of individual sockets.

The ReadyWrench All-in-1 Socket Wrench puts 16 of the most popular standard (SAE) and metric socket sizes in one convenient hand tool. The user can simply spin to a larger or smaller socket size.

With rotating heads that detent at 45 and 90 degrees, the ReadyWrench can be used like a ratchet for continuous turning. With its short-pin design, the tool easily slides over nuts tightened down on long bolts where even a 2-inch deep or longer socket will not fit.

The sockets are cast to fit both standard and metric bolts with a special six-point socket design, offering 16 socket options from 5/16-inch/8mm to 3/4-inch/19mm. These sizes cover almost any situation or project.

The ReadyWrench is made of durable vanadium steel with a nickel chrome finish. Unlike standard sockets, socket sizes on the ReadyWrench are laser etched and color-coded for easy visibility. The product comes with a lifetime warranty.

Headquartered in Towson, Md., Black & Decker is a member of the National Council of the Housing Industry — The Leading Suppliers of NAHB.

This feature is solely for educational and informational purposes. Nothing on this page should be construed as policy, an endorsement, warranty or guaranty by the National Association of Home Builders of the featured product or the product manufacturer. The National Association of Home Builders expressly disclaims any responsibility for any damages arising from the use, application or reliance on any information contained on this page.


 

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