Video Recording
The Model 1300 Video Instruction System is a unit which allows up to 20 seconds of action replay in slow motion or stop action for instructional purposes. The unit, which has been tried in various field-test situations, includes a vidicon camera, a monitor and a disc recorder contained in a fiberglass package and mounted on a wheeled cart.
The camera has shutter speeds from 1/60 to 1/1000 of a second. The recording is made on a polished disc which is said to have an infinite replay life. Pushbutton controls operate in such a way that if the wrong button is pushed the recorder will not be damaged. Available on a lease/purchase plan from:
Newell Industries, Inc., A/V Equipment Division, 795 Kifer Road, Sunnyvale, Calif. 94086.
Snack Strategy From Gold Medal
A new catalog filled with mouth-watering snack ideas is available from Gold Medal along with suggestions for maximizing profit. Included in the catalog are ideas for popcorn snacks in five different flavors, as well as popcorn vendors and two containers. Also shown are new flavors and sales display ideas for Unifloss Cotton Candy. The catalog is free from:
Gold Medal Products Co., 1823-33 Freeman Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45214.
Indoor Heating
An infra-red, gas-fired heater from Solaronics reportedly radiates enough heat to warm people, objects and floors in a large space. An indoor unit can be placed as low as 12 ft. and is rated as high as 23,000 BTU/hr. input.
Solaronics, Inc., 6th and Dinwiddie, Richmond, Va. 23224.
Floor Wax
All Ways is a new floor wax from Magee which reportedly dries hard with a high luster and is 99 per cent resistant to black marks. The wax is said to go on all kinds of floors and needs only to be washed lightly to restore its sheen.
A spray buff material is also made by the company to help maintain the gloss attained from their wax.
Magee Chemical Co., 415 W. Touhy Ave., Des Plaines, Ill. 60018.
Instant Fire
A compact, lightweight survival kit in two models is available for outdoorsmen who need to start a fire. The Redi-Fire apparently creates its own draft and comes in a two-ounce ($1.49) size or as a cooking stove weighing eight ounces ($4.95). The kit contains igniter material, matches, a waterproof striker and instructions.
Skyline Trail, 1355 W. 25th St., San Bernardino, Calif.
Miniature Models
Three-dimensional urethane foam models of ski areas showing the trails in miniature are now available to area operators. Skiers can reportedly judge the actual grade of a slope and match their abilities to the steepness of a run. The models can be made in one piece up to 60″ x 108″; larger models are built in sections.
Contours, Inc., 216 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, Mich. 48197.
All-In-One First Aid Pads
Clean ‘N Treat is a medicated first aid pad which reportedly relieves pain, fights infection and cleanses in one application. It can be applied to minor cuts and bruises as well as small burns, bites or skin irritations. Ingredients include tetracaine hydrochloride, mythylbenzethonium chloride, and two non-irritating cleansers.
Suggested retail for a package of 20 pads is $1.
Pharmaco, Inc., Kenilworth, N. J. 07033.
Sports Vehicle
The SPD Tricat is a three-wheeled, 225 lb. sports vehicle powered by a 230cc JLO two-cycle engine. Designed to carry one person, the Tricat reportedly drives over dunes, muddy terrain, shallow streams and “even light snow.” Suggested retail $750.
Special Products Division, New Holland Group, Sperry Rand Corporation, New Holland, Pa. 17557.
Letter Opener
The Buckeye automatic letter opener is a portable, black vinyl device which reportedly can open any size envelope. Weighing 16½ oz., the opener fits in the hand and uses three standard “D”-sized batteries; priced at $9.95.
A-M Buckeye, P.O. Box 3176-B, Cleveland, Ohio 44117.
Take a Snowboat
The Air Gator is a shallow-draft snowboat powered by an aircraft-type engine which reportedly can run on ice, snow, water, mud or sand. Twin rudders act on the air pressure generated by the prop wash to provide directional control to the extent of a 360-degree turn in its own length at a standstill, the manufacturer claims.
The Air Gator is made of non-corrosive aluminum alloy and has an all-welded construction. It can be used for recreation or as a rescue vehicle at ski areas. The largest size now under construction is 18 ft. long and, according to the manufacturer, could carry several stretchers.
Mid Florida Aluminum Co., 1339 West Washington St., Orlando, Fla. 32800.
Bellhop Carry Cart
According to its manufacturer, this rubber-wheeled carry cart can tote three heavy suitcases on a tip-proof, 4×4½-in. base. The cost is $19.95.
International Sales Co., Suite 609, Financial Center, Phoenix, Ariz. 85012.
Utilize Your Hang-Ups
Colorful wall hangers are now available for use as coat/hat hangers or to hold sports equipment and utensils. According to the manufacturer, the Hang-Ups are installed as easily as nails. A gross is priced at $15; sample orders are $1.50 ppd, per dozen.
W. J. Seidler Co., 2600 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, Calif. 90057.
Sports Lighting Guide
The Illuminating Engineering Society has published a 70-page illustrated booklet, “Current Recommended Practice for Sports and Recreational Area Lighting.” It offers information on newly developed light sources and includes recommended illumination levels for 54 sports. Single copies, $2.
Publications Office, Illuminating Engineering Society, 345 E. 47th St., New York, N.Y. 10017.
All-Purpose Vehicle
The K482 is an all-purpose vehicle with attachments designed for its use as a snow plow, trencher, loader and dozer. The snow plow, called the Roof Palomino, is used in conjunction with the Kohler K482 engine, and can reportedly travel at speeds up to 14 m.p.h.
Kohler Co., Kohler, Wisc. 53044.
