EQUIPMENT

Klein Tools Adds New Synthetic Lubricants to Line of Products

Klein Tools recently added two new synthetic lubricants to its wire and cable pulling lubricant line: Premium Synthetic WAX(TM) Wire Pulling Lubricant, available in a onequart squeeze bottle (Cat. No. 51010), a one-gallon pail (Cat. No. 51012) and a five-gallon bucket (Cat. No. 51013); and Premium Synthetic POLYMER(TM) Wire Pulling Lubricant available in the same respective sizes (Cat. Nos. 51015, 51017 and 51018). These products go beyond traditional lubricants by introducing synthetic formulations that significantly advance the properties of the compound, drastically reducing friction for easier pulling. For more information, visit www. kleintools. com.

Propeller Cars Can Hook Young Students into Learning Science

Pitsco says its latest prop racer system brings the excitement and learning of racing to the upper elementary grades. The Elementary Prop Racer System features race cars built from laser-cut wood parts and fuelled by rubber bands and propellers instead of CO2 cartridges. After building their cars, students wind them up and race them on a floor track. The company says the activity is fun and safe while it provides the opportunity to teach science concepts such as torsion, elasticity and potential vs. kinetic energy. For more information, visit www.shop-pitsco.com.

DEWALT Introduces Upgraded Compact, Wireless Drill

This new compact drill/driver from DEWALT features more power, a rubber grip and a single sleeve ratcheting chuck providing the user with increased performance and versatility. The compact size also allows end users to access tight spaces. Designed for electricians, trim carpenters, woodworkers, HVAC professionals and installers, the DC750KA is ideal for drilling and fastening on multiple jobs. For more information, visit www.dewalt.com.

RESOURCES

NCCER Assessments Available for Entry-level Workers

As part of the National Craft Assessment and Certification Program (NCACP), NCCER has created level one assessments to evaluate the skills of entry-level employees. Based on the competencies and objectives of the Contren? Learning Series level one curriculum, these assessments provide individuals with a training prescription and entry into the NCCER National Registry. The NCACP was first developed to assess the competence level of experienced workers who may not have formal training documentation. Entry-level assessments are available in Carpentry level one, Construction Technology, Electrical level one, Heavy Equipment Operations level one, Masonry level one and Core: Introductory Craft Skills. For more information, visit www. nccer.org.

Tech Prep Guide to Perkins IV

The Tech Prep Guide To Perkins IV: Moving Beyond The Status Quo by Michael Brustein and Sheara Krvaric is a comprehensive guide to Tech Prep in the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006. The book can provide state and local educational administrators and Tech Prep practitioners with an invaluable resource for implementing the new legislation. It includes an introduction to the Tech Prep Education Act that is part of Perkins IV; a section-by-section analysis of the Tech-Prep Act; administrative rules and cost principles; use of basic grant funds; use of state leadership funds; and audit, monitoring and enforcement. For more information, visit www. cordcommunications. com.

MULTIMEDIA

Hearlihy Products Can Now Be Bought Online

Hearlihy, a provider of drafting supplies, construction education programs, and other modular curricula, has a new Web site for shoppers to get their supplies online. Customers will find their catalog products along with many items that have not appeared in print. The secure site features an all-inclusive search tool, quick links to related products, detailed specifications, customer support and personal options such as a wish list, order history and order tracking. For more information, visit www. hearlihy.com.

QuizMaker Pro Receives Upgrade

QuizMaker Pro version 6.0 is a full-featured assessment tool that can create, archive, administer, grade and analyze multiple choice, matching and short answer quizzes. QuizMaker Pro is used by teachers, parents, home-schoolers, businesses and individuals who need a complete study, assessment and evaluation solution. QuizMaker Pro 6.0 now has a database engine for easier and more detailed viewing of student data and scores. The newest version also adds the ability to link different tests to be graded as one and removes previous limits on the number of questions. The test creator can now also incorporate sound files in addition to pictures and movies. For more information, visit www.classonesoftware. com/C_htmls/QuizMaker.html.