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09/24/2009 - IPE CLIP® Fastener Company Unveils their New Hardwood Wrench™

Gaffney, South Carolina (September 24, 2009) Ipe Clip® Fastener Company, manufacturer of Ipe Clip® Hidden Deck Fasteners, is delighted to announce their latest product, the Hardwood Wrench™. This innovative deck board tool is used to hold deck boards straight while deck fasteners are being installed. It cam locks into place and applies up to 80% more bending power and ease of use than other methods of deck board straightening. The Hardwood Wrench™ is constructed from high quality anodized aircraft grade aluminum with a hardwood handle. It is also equipped with movable joist pins for to accommodate various joist sizes. This makes this decking tool the most durable and versatile deck board straightener on the market today!

To prove that the Hardwood Wrench ™ is the best deck tool on the market today, the Ipe Clip® Fastener Company asked the Tool Testing Lab in Vandalia, OH to independently test it against three other deck board tools. The results of these independent strength tests reveled that the Hardwood Wrench™ easily surpassed the other available deck tools in both performance and durability. It easily achieved the highest max pounds generated, with a peak of 1078 lbs. This strength applies to the max press amount with the minimal amount of pull. This tool was also noted for the least amount of slippage on the deck joists when drawing it against the deck boards. Overall, the Hardwood Wrench ™ decking tool also received the highest marks for ease of use and maneuverability. What these test results mean for deck builders and DIY homeowners is clear; the Hardwood Wrench ™ does not require brute strength in order to get maximum results. Moreover, you can proceed with confidence knowing that this revolutionary deck tool will allow anyone to build a deck with less labor.

Hardwood Wrench™ Product Benefits

• Cam locks in place for true hands free “one man” operation
• Capable of bending multiple boards simultaneously
• High quality anodized aircraft grade aluminum with hardwood handle
• Adjusts to various sized joist thicknesses
• Easily reversible handle with NO EXTRA TOOLS NEEDED!

“We have been absolutely blown away by the response this tool is getting from the industry. Seasoned deck builders recognize this deck tool as a long term solution for building decks. We’ve also stepped up production at our South Carolina plant to insure we can meet customer demand. This tool is a welcome addition to the already successful Ipe Clip® brand of products," said Chris Shope, National Sales Manager, Ipe Clip®.

To learn more about the our innovative deck tool please visit www.HardwoodWrench.com or call 866-427-2547.

Mr. Shope can be reached at 866-427-2547 or by email chris@IpeClip.com.