2011 - Volume #BFS, Issue #11, Page #50
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Disabled Vet Markets Laser Guide
Robert Kelly served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. After discharge he worked for a laser company that pioneered laser gun-sights. His name is on 3 of the company’s most popular patents. In 1996 the company was sold and moved offshore.
While working as a for-hire engineer, he came upon the idea of a Laser-Guide for power saws. Years earlier, his brother Jack had cut off the tip of his index finger while making cabinets. His thought was if there had been a laser line showing that the finger was in harm’s way before the blade made the cut, Jack would still have his finger. Plus the red laser line would show where the cut was being made. It could save a lot of material.
In 2005, Robert and a fellow engineer formed a company to make and market the Laser-Guide. But in 2006 Robert suffered a brain aneurysm, followed by loss of his short-term memory. His dad, Bob, moved in with him and assumed his duties. In 2007, after 3 operations, he was sent to a VA hospital in Oregon for rehabilitation. In 2009 Robert was able to start performing some duties in the company
In 2010 the company is finally making a profit, thanks to earlier mentions in FARM SHOW, and Robert is self supporting. He has gradually taken over more duties and really thanks all his customers for their patronage. He promises 100% satisfaction and the beam and case have a lifetime guarantee.
The most popular model is the 12200, ($24.95). It fits saws that use a bolt or screw to hold the outer washer in place, which includes most miter, chop and circular hand saws. Model 15500 ($28.95), is used on saws that use a bolt to hold the washer on. Both models fit over a 5/8-in. arbor/shaft. There’s also have a model for 1-in. or 117 mm arbors.
Contact Bob toll-free @ 800 767 1262, or by email: bob@laserusinc.com. Be ready with the brand and model number of your saw.
Websites: www.laserusinc.com or www.laserguide4saw.com.


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2011 - Volume #BFS, Issue #11