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OSHA-compliant dust extractor, accessories MILWAUKEE TOOL expands its Dust Extraction System with the 8-gal. Dust Extractor and accessories to make its lineup of rotary hammers and grinders compliant with OSHA's regulation on respirable crystal- line silica dust. The 8-gal. Dust Extractor, complete with HEPA filter, features an automatic filter cleaning mechanism to allow for sustained air- flow at 148 cfm in dust-producing applications. Cutting dust shrouds work with the Extractor to maximize dust collection during concrete cutting with grinders. A dust extraction attachment is avail- able for SDS Max hammers. Circle 15 on inquiry card Mosaic tile inspired by sun on water LUNADA BAY TILE 's Luce is a collection of con- temporary handmade glass mosaics in four patterns and 12 pastel hues. The semi-opaque mosaics absorb and reflect nuances of color, and the tiles are suited for residential or commercial walls, including back- splashes, fireplace surrounds, shower enclosures and light traffic flooring. Four patterns in the collection are Clipper, Feather, Fin and 2-in. Hexagon, while the 12 colors are: Moonlit, Zephyr, Elevation, Sugar Cake, Bamboo Garden, Aurora, Earthy, Aero, Mineral Springs, Intrigue, Mettle and Sani. Circle 14 on inquiry card Flashing system in shorter lengths DUPONT TYVEK announces three shorter lengths of its DuPont Flashing System products for the most common dimensions of standard sized windows and doors without the investment of larger bulk quantities. DuPont Flashing Tape, a self-adhering flashing tape, comes in a 4-in. by 33-ft. roll. DuPont FlexWrap NF, an extendable self-adhesive flashing, is available in a 9-in. by 15-ft. roll. The 6-in. by 25-ft. roll of DuPont StraightFlash VF provides a double-sided flashing for nonflanged or brick-mold doors and windows. Circle 13 on inquiry card Fixed privacy windows in two styles HY-LITE responds to user requests with two styles of 2- by 2-ft. privacy windows in its Home Designer Collection Series. Inspired by classic and modern tile, the Baroque design (shown) introduces texture into a space, while the simplicity of the Prairie design complements a variety of home styles. Each window comes with a multichambered heavy-duty vinyl frame in white, tan, drift- wood or bronze. The windows come with a nail fin or nail fin and J-channel. Circle 16 on inquiry card Enclosure upgrade for standby generators BRIGGS & STRATTON introduc- es a durable and corrosion-resistant aluminum enclosure for its standby generator systems. Specifically designed to withstand extreme weather condi- tions—including hurricane-force winds up to 175 mph—the aluminum unit will be offered on the Briggs & Stratton and Briggs & Stratton Fortress brand for 20-kW standby generator systems. This aluminum exterior and stainless steel base provide an upgrade option from the standard steel enclosure and was designed with coastal regions in mind. Circle 17 on inquiry card QualifiedRemodeler.com QR June 2017 47