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Portable Oil-fired Space Heaters ARANGE of Master portable, oil-fired space heaters for use on sites or inside buildings is now being marketed by W. C. Youngman Ltd. Output capacity of the four models 'available is from 75,000 to 320,000 B.t.u. per hour and a heated air flow of from 345 to 1,500 c.f.m.
Each model has a forced-draught heater mounted above a large-capacity fuel tank arranged on two rubber-tyred wheels. Leg supports and handles are fitted to the units to give an easily transportable, lightweight, compact unit. The heater unit is contained within a mild-steel protective casing. This incorporates a pressure-atomizing burner (suitable for use with paraffin), a stainless steel combustion chamber and a fractional h.p. electric motor driving a propeller-type fan and fuel pump—or in the case of a small model which uses a vacuum feed system, a sliding vane-type air compressor. Fuel is pumped through the atomizing nozzle through a micronic filter and into the combustion chamber, where it is fired by two constant-ignition electrodes. The heated air leaves the chamber after first being deflected by an end cone, which serves both as an afterburner and trap for the combustion products. A flow of air is also directed along the outer surface of the combustion chamber, where it is heated before being discharged. A specially designed vented model is available for applications where complete air purity is essential. This unit (output 140,000 B.t.u.) has a built-in thermostat and, incorporates a sealed duct-work extract system for removing gases from the combustion chamber.
A feature of this range of portable heaters is their economy of operation. Average fuel consumption of the smaller unit is said to be about 0-44 gal, per hour—the largest (320,000 B.t.u.) unit burns approximately 1-9 gal, per hour. Fuel tank capacities range from 6-25 to 25 gal. to ensure continuous running periods of from 12 to 17 hours.
Marketed by: Heater Division, W. C. Youngman Ltd., Denmark Road, London, S.E.5.
Prices: From £77 to £230.
Modern Spot and Fog Lamps SPOT and fog lamps of new, square-shouldered, tapering design have recently been introduced by Wipac Group Sales Ltd. These modern-looking slim lamps, suitable for use on light vans, are nearly an inch less in depth than any of this concern's previous models.
The lamps are available for grille or stud mounting. They are fitted with either a 6or 12-V. bulb and there is a simple beam adjustment. The stainless steel body and bracket are claimed to be weatherproof.
Made by: Wipac Group Sales Ltd., London Rd., Buckingham.
Price: £3 5s. 64. (retail).
Latest from Wingard RECENTLY published by Wingard Ltd. is a new catalogue which incorporates the latest information on the latest additions to the company's range of equipment. The catalogue, called " Wingard Vehicle Equipment ", is divided into three sections: car accessories, commercial vehicle accessories and general accessories. Each section is illustrated and gives descriptions and prices of products.
Published by: Wingard Ltd., Chichester, Sussex.
Wing Mirrors and Warning Triangle NEW from Tudor Accessories Ltd. is a range of wing mirrors and a warning triangle for use when breakdowns occur at night. A feature of the wing mirrors, suitable for use on small vans, is the large reflecting area which gives the driver a wider view and eliminates "blind spots". A ratchet mechanism is incorporated which permits a mirror to be instantly clicked back into position in the event of it suffering a knock or bump.
The warning triangle, which is 1 ft. 4 in. high, has a brilliant reflecting area. The unit folds flat into a neat plastic case for convenient stowage.
Further new items from this concern include windscreen washers, battery fillers and parking lamps.
Made by: Tudor Accessories Ltd., Beaconsfield Road, Hayes, Middx.
Electric Windscreen Washer
'LUST announced by Wingard Ltd. is a new electric windscreen washer called the Kleerscreen. This is designed to complement the existing Kleerscreen range and will be available from accessory shops and garages early next year.
A choice of jets will be available with this washer—either two twin nozzles or one twin nozzle jet for central mounting. The water container will hold about two pints of liquid and is shaped to fit into confined spaces. The motor unit and pump are integral with the water container and are activated by a single pole two-position "biased off" toggle switch. Full wiring instructions are supplied with each pack. In the first instance a I2V model only will be available. Made by: Wingard Ltd.
Price: £3 3s. (retail).
Lifting Truck SHORTLY to be made available by Clares (Wells) Ltd. is a new type of manually operated lifting truck called the Ped-O-Lift. The lifting action on this truck is obtained by depressing a pedal which lifts goods placed on the platform. As much as 200 lb. can be lifted to a height of 4 ft. and locked securely in position in the space of a few seconds. The truck is capable of handling heavy crates, sacks and packing cases—with, it is claimed, a minimum of effort.
Made by: Clares (Wells) Ltd., Wells, Somerset.
Price: £33.
Lubrication Unit 1-1 A RECENT addition to the Kismet range of equipment is a self-contained lubrication unit. This is designed for the servicing. of contractors' vehicles and equipment in the field. Two models are available. One is a self-conto trailermounted unit, fitted with stabilizing packs, lighting, Flexitor suspension units, 8-in, over-run brakes and 5.90-13 tyres. Alternatively, the unit can be mounted on timber skids for installation on the back of existing vehicles for mobile use. Its dimensions (width 4 ft. 3 in., length 5 ft. 2 in.) make it suitable for installation in a long-wheelbase Land-Rover. Included in the equipment is a 6.5-cu. ft. compressor, fitted with a Villiers-type petrol engine which makes the outfit independent of power supplies.
The unit also has a pump for dispensing grease from a 120 lb. standard keg through a hose reel carrying 20 ft. of high pressure hose, two pumps for dispensing oil from 12-gal. drums through hose reels carrying 20 ft. of oil hose, and a hose reel with 20 ft. of air hose for inflating tyre's.
Made by: Kismet Ltd., Fenlake Works, Bedford.
Prices: 1.585 for Unit on skids; £685 for unit on trailer with canopy assembly; £670 for unit on trailer without canopy assembly.