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January 2014
By Alan J. Pierce EdD
New Glue Could Soon Replace Nails
in Future Construction
Today, the wood elements of a structure are generally held together by metal nails and staples. Gluing as a method of holding any part of the structure together is minimal because it takes too long for glues to dry and form a strong bond.
A new bonding material has recently been developed for use in the construction of prefabricated housing. It is an adhesive that, in 60 seconds, goes from a solid to a liquid and then on to form a full bond when it is activated by an electrical current.
Woodframe Construction without Nails?
LINKASE Classic
Absolute Technology MSRP 29.95
The engineers at Absolute Technology have created the LINKase to increase the strength of your Wi-Fi signal and add some physical protection at the same time. This case has a popsicle stick antenna that you slide up to provide a Wi-Fi signal boost. Read the full review to see what that slide up antenna can do. The case does come in different colors and each case comes with two different color antenna sticks.
Ventev Powercell 5000 MSRP $54.99
The Ventev Powercell 5000 is a backup charger that delivers recharging power from its 5000mAH lithium Polymer battery. It is designed to charge two devices at the same time. It has a 1A 5V charging port for cellphones and a 2.1A 5V rapid charging port that is ideal for charging your tablet. The Powercell 5000 has built in temperature protection, short circuit protection, and it will automatically shut off charging when your device is fully charged.
