New Technology and Safety
American Home 2005 : Episode HAH05-103 -- More Projects »
Bar Code Scanner for the Home
Cordless Collector makes cataloging your books, DVDs, music and games easy with barcode technology. Simply use the pocket-sized reader to scan the retail barcodes found on the items then return to your computer to download with Bluetooth wireless technology.
Intelli Innovations, Inc.
Phone: 919-468-0340
E-mail: info@intelliscanner.com
Website: www.intelliscanner.com
Super-Tough Fabric
Crypton is a patented upholstery fabric that is stain-proof, waterproof and microbe and odor resistant. The maker claims the integrated moisture barrier means the fabric never loses its water-resistant properties. Crypton is soft yet strong, breathable, durable, comfortable and comes in a wide variety of color and weave options.
Crypton Super Fabric
Toll-free: 800-CRYPTON (279-7866)
E-mail: marketing@cryptonfabric.com
Website: www.cryptonfabric.com
Talking Fire Alarm
The makers of the KidSmart Vocal Smoke Detector say studies show that more than two in three children will sleep through the sound of a regular smoke alarm. Instead of an alarm, the KidSmart detector uses a voice alert. You record a personalized wake-up command for your child including instructions on escape routes from the house.
KidSmart Corporation
Toll-free: 877-KIDSMART (543-7627)
E-mail: info@kidsmartcorp.com
Website: www.kidsmartcorp.com
Home Automated Living
Home Automated Living or HAL software allows users to control the lights, thermostat, security system and other functions in their home with a call on their cell phones.
Home Automated Living
Website: www.homeautomatedliving.com
Featured Vendor: American Home Systems
Website: www.wireitall.com
Stacking Cars
The Car-Lift can be used in existing garages with heights starting at 9-foot 6-inches. For garages in the planning stage, there are belowground lifts that can place up to two cars below ground. Access to any car is a simple as pushing a button.
Harding Steel, Inc.
Toll-free: 800-PARKDBL (727-5325)
E-mail: parking1@msn.com
Website: www.hardingsteel.com
Website: www.parkinginnovations.com
Soy-Based Paint Remover
Soy Gel from Franmar Chemical removes paint, urethane and enamel from surfaces easily with no odor. Apply the product and within minutes it will start lifting the coating.
Franmar Chemical Inc.
Toll-free: 800-538-5069
E-mail: franmar@franmar.com
Website: www.franmar.com
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