Walls & Ceilings articles from April 2002

Walls & Ceilings archives from April 2002

For the contractor. (Up Front).(Editorial)
April 1, 2002... Although Walls & Ceilings has always contained strong editorial for contractors, I want to let readers know that we want to improve our focus even further on practical information for contractors in the issues to come. While a large-scale...

EIMA statement regarding board of directors of the bay point Condominium Association Inc., et al vs. RML Corp., et al. (Trade News).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... As a leading technical association representing architects, distributors, applicators, suppliers and manufacturers, EIMA is deeply concerned by the decision of the Circuit Court of the City of Norfolk, that held that a single product-the wall...

NASFA changes name and restructures agenda. (Other News). (North American Steel Framing Alliance).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... The Steel Framing Alliance, formerly the North American Steel Framing Alliance, launched its new brand and positioning at the International Builders' Show in Atlanta, this February Incubated three years ago as part of the initiative by the...

Wallboard production rebounded in 2001. (Other News).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2002... In 2001, the gypsum board industry saw a slight recovery from the decline in production levels experienced in the previous calendar year, according to the Gypsum Association. During 2001, the 10 U.S. manufacturers of gypsum board (also known as...

Fry Reglet announces ownership change. (Other News).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Fry Reglet has announced that its chairman of the board, Robert Arnett Jr., has sold his interest in the company to co-owners Stephen Reed, former president, and A. McDowell Hall, former vice president. Under the new ownership, Reed will...

Cierra Products acquires Babcock-Davis Hatchways. (Other News).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Cierra Products announced the acquisition of Babcock-Davis Hatchways, a privately held manufacturer of hatch roof hatches, automatic smoke vents and floor hatches in the commercial construction market. Cierra plans to manufacture and supply...

RCFC and OSHA introduce a voluntary worker protection program. (Other News). (Refractory Ceramic Fibers Coalition, Occupational Safety and Health Administration).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... The Refractory Ceramic Fibers Coalition and the OSHA today introduced a voluntary worker protection program entitled PSP 2002. This highly acclaimed product stewardship program is a comprehensive, multi-faceted risk management program designed...

National One Coat Stucco Association. (People).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... The following are the recently elected members of National One Coat Stucco Association. Casey Seis was elected president. Steve Taylor was elected vice president. Serving as the directors are Gene Stanley, Ted Jones and Steve Ostermann.

FSI Products. (People).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... FSI Products appointed John Ashcom as national sales manager.

Zircon Corp. (People).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Zircon Corp. announces C. Stewart Gentsch and Howard Slayen to its board of directors.

Temple-Inland. (People).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Temple - Inland announced the appointment of Jack Sweeny to president and CEO of the company.

The NFPA. (People).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... The NFPA has appointed Phillip J. DiNenno P.E. to chair of the Association's Standard's Council. Also appointed new members to the body are Rick Breezee, John C. Stevenson and Peter J. Gore Willse.

ASTM Committee C15. (People).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Diane Throop has been named the chairman of ASTM Committee C15 on Manufactured Masonry Units. Donald Bouse has been appointed chairman of ASTM Committee C13 on Concrete Pipe.

Urecoats Industries Inc. (People).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Urecoats Industries Inc. has promoted Ronald Clark to CEO.

Aegis Metal Framing. (People).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Aegis Metal Framing announced Roy Zeh as national sales manager.

One-piece header. (Metal Framing).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Dietrich Metal Framing The TradeReady patented one-piece steel header reduces labor costs compared to the standard box-beam headers constructed with C-shaped members. Slip the header over the top track, screw attach to the jamb studs and...

Framing accessory. (Metal Framing).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Unimast FastClip attaches the company's studs to horizontal supports, while allowing up to 1 1/2 inches of vertical structural movement without transferring compressive loads into the curtain wall studs. It consists of two components: the...

Steel truss. (Metal Framing).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Aegis Metal Framing Ultra-Span offers a level of design versatility for the commercial construction market. The truss system can be used for roof designs in schools, assisted living centers, libraries and more. The system helps in greater...

Metal curving tool. (Metal Framing).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Radius Track The Trim Bender is a portable, hand-held tool for curving steel up to 20 gauge 2-by-2 angles. Fast and accurate, the tool can be adjusted to curve almost any radius needed. Perfectly curved angle for soffits and furr downs can...

Exterior wall panels. (Metal Framing).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Custom Panel Systems Stucco exterior metal wall panels are offered by the company. The 20-gauge architectural panel is designed to meet code restrictions that limit the use of corrugated metal. Concealed fastener panels are 16 inches wide...

Metal framing cutter. (Metal Framing).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Stud Chopper The Stud Chopper manufactures portable shears for cutting metal framing studs on the job site and at the manufacturing plants. There are three models available. The gas-powered Model "G" and the electric 110-volt Stud Chopper...

Estimating software. (Metal Framing).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Steel Framing Alliance SteelXpert Estimating Software for Residential Steel Framing uses "Prescriptive Method," a basis for steel provisions in the building codes (CABO and IRC/IBC), so one doesn't have to worry about code compliance. In...

Design software. (Metal Framing).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... KML Genesis Technology, a proprietary software program, designs structures with patented shapes and corrections. This software and patented roll formed shapes are combined with experience and know-how. This combination allows the company...

Kalnepa House rules: Unique architecture persuades one general contractor to choose restoration.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... To restore or not to restore? That was the question posed to general contractor Mitch McDaniel by the owners of Kalnepa House, a Jacksonville, Fla., house built in 1924. The reason for the question: The house needed quite a bit of work and...

Veni Visi Vici: Plasterers conquer a new application when technology is infused in an old-world look.
April 1, 2002... Venetian plastering is seeing a revival in the new world, as applicators in the United States try their hand at this ancient decorative art. Antique plasters originated among the peoples of the Mediterranean, who mixed together aged slaked...

Stardust memories: In the company of celebrities, the Stars practice their moves in creative drywalling.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Chances are, if you're a drywall contractor that produces quality finished product in California, sooner or later you'll cross paths with someone who will introduce you to the stars. The lead in this production is Paul Croteau, drywaller,...

Friend of the court: Restoration of the Historic Courthouse quickly and economically.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... The Osceola County Courthouse in Kissimmee, Fla., is a landmark structure. Completed in 1890, the stately building -- known as "the Historic Courthouse" ever since a new county courthouse complex was completed in 2001--has held up well over...

Circus librarius: A library in Naples utilized the law of mathematics, a practice in ethics and the science of computers for a classic-looking facility.
April 1, 2002... Libraries--even beyond host to all great literary works--exemplify all the finer points of the arts and architecture. It started with the Greeks in Alexandria and everyone else has pretty much followed suit. Down the long and linear path,...

Quick dust control barrier. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... ZipWall ZipWall[R] barrier system protects your customer's home or office from dust. Easy to use, the ZipWall[R] system enables you to screen off your work area in minutes. No tape, no ladders, no marred ceiling. The system comes in a...

Wallboard crane. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... GSE&E Cormach Wallboard Cranes are specifically designed for handling wallboard and stacked materials using high-tensile steel with sufficient capacity to lift a full draft of wallboard up to 90 feet. The substantially low weight of the...

Automatic laser. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Agatec The new Agatec A41OS laser offers advanced features for interior contractors: electronic self-leveling in horizontal and vertical; both scanning beam and solid chalk line; long battery life (160 hours); and electronic calibration by...

Pump. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... Putzmeister The company recently introduced the third generation of its electric-powered S5-EV rotor/stator pump. This new unit features a built-in variable frequency drive, giving this pump long life and high productivity. The VFD...

Instructional CD-ROM. (Product & Literature Showcase).(on gypsum board finishing)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Gypsum Association This CD-ROM, titled "Recommended Levels of Gypsum Board Finish," provides information on the five levels of gypsum board finish that will enable you to anticipate the final appearance of decorated wall and ceiling...

Mesh fabric. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Technical Laminations & Coatings Do you hate those decorative foam jobs because they're so hard to do correctly? Use Fibermat Reinforcing Mesh Fabric on all flat runs, curves and all those really intricate shapes. Super flexible. Moisture...

Drywall tools. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... AI's Taping Tools AI's Taping Tools is running a special this month on its stainless steel hydraulic split tank spray machine. It comes with 40 horsepower, 50 c.f.m., two 125-foot hose sets, two guns, electric brakes and full hydraulic...

Company Web site. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... All-Wall www.all-wall.com is the drywall online superstore. You can now purchase your drywall tools and supplies in our All-Wall Equipment Virtual Superstore. Taping tools, texture equipment, benches, stilts and our complete catalog now...

Vertical slide clip. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... B&D Industries The Quick Clip from B&D Industries is a standoff vertical slide clip for bypass light-gauge curtain wall framing systems. The clip features variable stand-off from 0 to 3 inches with no required shimming and is designed for...

Texture attachment. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... Apla-Tech Inc. For the spray professional that has a problem matching existing drywall textures, that day is over. AplaTech, Inc. introduces the Cannon Texture Attachment. This spray adaptor connects to the Cannon and with three different...

Estimating software. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... Steel Framing Alliance The Steel Framing Alliance and Malak Properties Inc. have recently launched a new takeoff and estimating software program for residential steel framing--Steelxpert. SteelXpert automates the member selection,...

Coating system. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Stuc-O-Flex Europlast is a pre-colored interior and exterior coating system that transforms vertical walls into a classic example of old world Venetian style plaster. This versatile decorative coating exhibits a rich aesthetic appearance...

Curved frame system. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Streimer advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Streimer Accu-Arc Curved Wall Track provides drywall contractors with an accurate, ready-to-use method of framing curved walls. Each piece is custom made, requiring no field setup, while its smooth radius eliminates flat spots. Available...

Multiple-sized arches. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Fast Arch of America Inc. advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Fast Arch of America Inc. Arches, arches, arches. They have been around since the Romans and so has the technique most builders use. Break out of the prehistoric period and move forward to 2002 with Fast Arch of America Inc. We use...

Radius surface trowel. (Product & Literature Showcase).(E-Z Trowel advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... E-Z Trowel Stop bending your expensive knives and try the only patented radius surface trowel ever made. It enables tradesmen to finish any radius surface or column. It does away with most sanding because it holds a true radius and applies...

Roller tools. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Pla-Cor Inc. advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Pla-Cor Inc. Pla-Cor products are made for professionals who demand quality. Our Roller Tools are indispensable for applying tape-on trims smoothly and securely while helping to ensure a superior finish. Fits 90-degree and 3/4-inch radius...

Acoustical plaster. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Pyrok advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Pyrok The finest acoustical plasters in the world. Pyrok Acoustement acoustical plasters are widely utilized by designers (Perrot Memorial Library shown) for their beauty, design flexibility, sound absorption, durability and value....

Drywall Trim. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Con-Form International advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Con-Form International Try doing this with your tape! Strait-Flex Arch-Flex is designed for free-form curves, arched windows, doors, ceilings, and soffits. Strait-Flex Medium is for intricate off-angles, inside 90-degree corners, vaulted...

Drywall tools. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Warehouse Bay Corp. advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Warehouse Bay Corp. Warehouse Bay offers a large variety of professional tools, equipment and accessories for the installation and repair of: drywall, plaster, stucco and EIFS. Fasteners, trowels, joint tapes, masking tapes, spray...

Trim Bender. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Radius Track advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Radius Track An adjustable hand held tool for curving steel angle. Curving steel angle has never been so easy! Perfectly curved angle for soffits and furr downs can now be completed in a matter of minutes! Another revolutionary tool from...

Shaft system. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Metal-Lite advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Metal-Lite This is the first and only shaft wall system meeting all national code building code requirements from Metal-Lite. Provides head-of-wall deflection and shaft floor penetration protection. Successfully full-scale cycle, furnace...

New and used equipment. (Product & Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2002... Nathan Kimmel Co. Nathan Kimmel Co. delivers value on new equipment purchases. Call for the best price available. Whatever your spray equipment, pump or mixer needs, we offer savings on used equipment from all over the country Call to have...

All purpose compound. (Product & Literature Showcase).(Laforge North America advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Laforge North America Classic Coat is an all purpose compound that produces maximum bond, a smooth application and stronger durability Its workability lends itself to a smoother application, advancing itself beyond previous bounds offered...

Fire stopping system. (Product & Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2002... Fire Trak Fire Trak has developed a high-performance deflection track and fire stopping system for metal stud partitions. It is currently the only head-of-wall joint UL tested and listed for 1 to 3 inches of movement in both compression...

Custom cut EPS shapes. (Product & Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2002... AIXIA Foam Cutters The AIXIA Contractor delivers state of the art, easy-to-use, Windows driven unattended production of EPS foam shapes easily produce even the most complex foam cornices and moldings. Free installation, training and...

Trim nailer for steel framing. (Product & Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2002... ET&F Fastening Systems ET&F Fastening Systems, the world's leading supplier of pneumatic fastening systems for steel framing, has released its Model 110 Trimfast System for attaching wood trim to steel, 14 gauge and lighter. Trimfast...

Training opportunity. (Product & Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2002... The Plasterers & Cement Masons Job Corps Training Program Helping disadvantaged youth develop self-esteem, confidence, respect for others, and pride in themselves through the quality and value of their work. Our goal is to enable our...

Fiberglass-acrylic system. (Product & Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2002... Specification Chemicals Nu-Wal Restoration System is a fiberglass-acrylic plaster restoration system for interior or exterior walls or ceilings. As simple as applying wallpaper, it projects an original plaster appearance. It can be used to...

Drywall sander. (Product & Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2002... Love-Less Ash Co. The Turbo Drywall Sander is completely vacuum driven. The incoming air draws in the dust from the wall and then passes over the turbine (which becomes the motor) then travels through the extension pole and hose and is...

Drywall brands. (Product & Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2002... National Gypsum Co. Hi-Abuse Wallboard offers enhanced abrasion resistance and Hi-Impact Wallboard combines maximum abrasion resistance with impact/penetration resistance. Hi-Abuse and Hi-Impact Wallboards are tough, yet lightweight and...

Fumble proof clips. (Product & Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2002... Flex-Ability Concepts The Three Legged Dog is a deflection clip. It eliminates fumbling or dropped clips by sliding onto the end of the stud. Next the stud, with the clip on the top end, can be raised up into the deep-leg track and snapped...

Deflection track. (Product & Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2002... Sliptrack Systems Head-of-wall joints made easy, code compliant while saving time and materials. Sliptrack Systems--slotted deflection track has more than 80 systems approved. SLP-TRK conforms to: BOCA; ASTM 1966; IBC; SBCCI; UL2079; UBC;...

Crimper. (Product & Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2002... J&M Enterprises The Davidge Crimper is available exclusively from the original manufacturer, J&M Enterprises. Its use saves thousands of dollars yearly on plastic transition caps and plugs and a substantial savings on installation labor....

3-D celling system. (Product & Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2002... Armstrong World Industries Armstrong's Serpentina three-dimensional suspended ceiling system features a dramatic visual that offers a myriad of design possibilities. It can be used with Armstrong's Axiom Perimeter Trim, Drywall Grid...

We like whine. (Adventures in Drywall).(Bill Scannell and Kevin Bush introduce their column)(Brief Article)(Column)
April 1, 2002... We aren't sure what you thought of our last few articles. It certainly wasn't the type of prose that was envisioned when we started this column. When the two of us were approached with the idea of writing for this magazine, there were...

Finishes (part 1): Smooth on old and new: I like to prefill the cracks and then embed fiberglass mesh tape right into the wet plaster. (Plaster Man).(wall and ceiling repair)(Column)
April 1, 2002... I am splitting the information on finishes into a three-part series. There is so much to cover and what makes it tough is that we have only so much room for pictures. And yet, pictures are crucial on this subject, for to talk about finishes...

Attach signs to EIFS: Signs are often installed by people who are unfamiliar with EIFS. (Finish Line).(exterior insulating and finishing systems)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... It's quite common for outdoor signs to be used in conjunction with EIFS. Often, signs are in direct contact with an EIFS. Often, wall or are somehow connected to it or through it. In fact, you can make signs themselves out of EIFS but that's...

Making mistakes (Part 2): For all estimators, particularly trade estimators, making mistakes remains an occupational hazard throughout their career. (The Bridge).(guidelines on corrections)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Last month, we began our discussion of making mistakes--a significant part of the estimating process. For all estimators, particularly trade estimators, making mistakes remains an occupational hazard throughout their career. Fortunately, there...

Why insurance rates are skyrocketing: The insurance business is structured so profit dollars stem mainly from investment income. (Smart Business).(construction industry)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2002... Insurance is a notoriously cyclical business with wild swings between a buyer's and seller's market. Though it may not have felt like it, construction contractors were in an exceptionally long buyer's market from about 1985 until the last...

Foam panel insulation. (Products).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Plymouth Foam Inc. The Gold Wall insulation foam panels come in 4-foot-by-8-foot and 4-foot-by-9-foot panels in thicknesses that range from 1 to 2 1/2 inches, and is used for both below- and abovegrade interior insulation for block or...

Curved metal panels. (Products).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Curveline Inc. The company has the capability to curve a wide selection of perforated 20 to 24 GA exposed fastener profiles in depths of 7/8- to 11/2-inch and in a variety of configurations, including standard 7/8-inch corrugated. Curved...

Assorted trowels. (Products).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Hyde Tools The BlackMaxx line features electro-coated carbon-steel blades. They resist chemicals, corrosion and wear, and also clean up faster and easier. The tools also have full-tang blade construction and ergo-engineered soft-grip...

Metal cutting saw. (Products).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. The company introduces the 18-volt, 6 1/2-inch Metal Cutting Circular Saw model 6320. The cordless saw is designed to effortlessly cut through conduit, uni-strut, angle iron and steel, copper and galvanized...

Bullnose bead. (Bench Test).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... I am from the northeast, which seems to be one of the last places to try something new. For example, I read recently that 98 percent of tapers out west use mechanical taping tools while only 2 percent use them in my area. Likewise, bullnose...