Walls & Ceilings articles from December 2006

Walls & Ceilings archives from December 2006

The changes are inevitable.(up FRONT)
December 1, 2006... What happened in Las Vegas couldn't have stayed there, it had to be brought back home. I have just returned from STAFDA, which was held in the gamblin' town. This being the show for all things fasteners, I couldn't help but think of hanging...

Calendar.(TRADENEWS)(Calendar)
December 1, 2006... JANUARY 22-26 WORLD OF CONCRETE 2007 Las Vegas www.worldofconcrete.com FEBRUARY 7-10 2007 INTERNATIONAL BUILDERS' SHOW Orange County Convention Center Orlando, Fla. www.buildersshow.com 11-14 PACE 2007 ...

Wallboard shipment volume announced for third quarter of 2006.(INDUSTRY WIRE)
December 1, 2006... According to statistics compiled by the Gypsum Association, the United States gypsum board industry shipped a total of 8.362 billion square feet of material during the third calendar quarter (July through September) of 2006. During the same...

ParexLahabra acquires Teifs.(TRADENEWS)
December 1, 2006... ParexLahabra Inc announced the acquisition of the assets of Texas EIFS LC. Teifs will benefit from being part of a larger corporation by sharing product expertise and technical support, utilizing the multiple manufacturing locations available...

Chicago Innovation Awards honor USG.(TRADENEWS)
December 1, 2006... For innovations ranging from electronic finger-writing technology to environmentally responsible architecture, 10 Chicago-area organizations were named winners in the fifth annual Chicago Innovation Awards competition, the program's creators...

All-Span reaches agreement with IMG.(TRADENEWS)
December 1, 2006... All-Span Inc. announced that it has reached an agreement to outsource a portion of the company's marketing efforts to Atlanta-based Integrity Marketing Group located in Gray-son, Ga. The company is owned by Roy Zeh, former employee of All-Span....

Trimble acquires XYZ Solutions.(TRADENEWS)
December 1, 2006... Trimble announced that it has acquired privately held XYZ Solutions Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga., in an all-cash transaction. XYZ Solutions provides real-time, interactive 3-D intelligence software to manage the spatial aspects of a construction...

Cement intensity increases expected to soften decrease in consumption.(TRADENEWS)
December 1, 2006... According to the most recent forecast from the Economic Research department at Portland Cement Association although cement consumption is not projected to decline, only marginal gains are expected. The fall forecast, presented in November...

Roos International announces seven distributors.(TRADENEWS)
December 1, 2006... Roos International Ltd. announced its U.S. distributors for its EnVision Portfolio Collection from NaturDecor & Supply. The distributors are Architectural Surfaces Inc., of Honolulu; Ark-La-Tex WallSource Inc., of Shreveport, La.;...

CSI announces new professional education program.(TRADENEWS)
December 1, 2006... The Construction Specifications Institute has initiated the development of the new Construction Education Network, a provider program that encompasses the complete building industry spectrum--specifiers, architects, engineers, designers,...

ToolPro adds Red Devil products to offering.(TRADENEWS)
December 1, 2006... ToolPro now carries the full line of Red Devil products, including the best selling Slam Scraper and Onetime Lighten-Up Spackling. This product line will allow more customers the opportunity to purchase Red Devil products. "Historically,...

CLAPCA 2006 overview.(TRADENEWS)
December 1, 2006... (Ed. note: CLAPCA member and W & C feature contributor Clint Burton reports on this year's show) The Carolina's Lathing and Plastering Contractors Association held its 10th annual convention Oct. 26 through 28, at the Kingston Plantation...

ASTM International announces Digital Library.(TRADENEWS)
December 1, 2006... ASTM International announces the new, digital version of its entire library of technical information in digitized format. This new information repository enables users to access nearly all of the ASTM literature spanning more than 140 technical...

Plaster Man's question of the month.(TRADENEWS)
December 1, 2006... Question: What types of trowels do you recommend for use in plastering? J. Kang, Ohio Answer: I am talking personal preference here, as each plasterer has his or her own preferences. I break up the types of trowels into four...

Spackle.(Cartoon)
December 1, 2006... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Correction.(Correction notice)
December 1, 2006... In November's issue, Success With Hispanics columnist Ricardo Gonzalez's e-mail address was misprinted. The correct address is rgonzalez@bilingualamerica.com. We regret the error.

International Code Council.(PEOPLE)
December 1, 2006... Dominic Sims, C.B.O., has been named chief operating officer of the International Code Council.

Wallcoverings Association.(PEOPLE)
December 1, 2006... The Wallcoverings Association has announced Ken Salyer Jr., of TRI-KES Wallcovering Source, of Dallas, as the 60th Anniversary 2006 Allman Award winner.

20 most requested products.(Buyers guide)
December 1, 2006... For the past-12 months, the readers of Walls & Ceilings have told us what products and literature were of interest to them by filling out the reader action cards. Tallied from hundreds of entries, the following have appeared in the Product...

The evolution of drywall finishing tools: a review of the past and then back to the present shows how the drywall trade and taping tools have progressed for finishers.
December 1, 2006... To look at the evolution of drywall finishing tools, we should first look at the evolution of the product they would eventually be used on. In the 19th century, the construction industry wanted to come up with a wall surface that was high...

Simply the best: the 2006 Walls & Ceilings Excellence in Design Awards showcases this year's finest craftsmanship in the industry.
December 1, 2006... For its third year, the Walls & Ceilings staff is honoring contractors whose work deserves recognition in our annual Excellence in Design Awards. The categories awarded this year are: Drywall (residential and commercial), EIFS/Stucco, ICFs,...

Magic bus; A girl's dream of having a safe home for her family came true when "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition," Howland Homes, and the Port Orchard- and Seattle-building communities built a home for the Kirkwood family.
December 1, 2006... Michael and Dawne Kirkwood and their five children were living in a house infested with black mold. Eventually, the family of seven was forced to live in the living room, the only mold-free room in the house at that time. However, the...

Spanish reflections: the president of a drywall accessory company builds a new Santa Fe-style home near San Diego.
December 1, 2006... For Derrell Weldy, the past is never far from the present. Take his new home, which overlooks what he calls "the old mountains of Mexico," where earlier generations of his family once lived. Looking south, he has an unobstructed view. ...

Stud-spangled banner: an international group of students help build a home for an injured veteran while learning a new trade.
December 1, 2006... The annual STUD U, a program that commences just before the METALCON trade show opens each year, began Saturday, Sept. 30., in Tampa. Assembled in various conference rooms within the convention center, the Steel Framing Alliance's Marybeth...

The smell of money.(TROWEL talk)
December 1, 2006... So you don't think oil and water mix, huh? Well, Canada's oil industry is mixing up nearly $40 billion in new construction work, including miles of industrial fireproofing that employs thousands of miners, pipe fitters, truck drivers and even...

Interesting uses for EIFS.(the FINISH LINE)
December 1, 2006... EIFS is a construction product. But it is the type of construction product that is used in architectural construction--in human-occupied buildings. I make this distinction to separate EIFS from industrial, agricultural and civil engineering...

Using a gypsum board membrane system for fire resistance.(all things GYPSUM)
December 1, 2006... Most of us are familiar with the terms "fire barrier" or "party wall." These are fire-resistance-rated assemblies that separate two or more distinct areas in a building. Likewise, there are many fire-resistance-rated floor/ceiling systems that...

Cover story (Part eight).(the GREEN thumb)
December 1, 2006... This month, we'll conclude the year and our series all about sheathing. In past installments of this series, we looked at the purpose, environmental aspects and types of sheathing products including: * Wood-based * Gypsum-based *...

Team up.(all in AGREEMENT)
December 1, 2006... Can any one person be an expert at team building, communication and positive thinking? Must you have all three of these abilities or does one make you an expert of the other two? I've read many books on each subject and have attended intensive...

I want a raise.(smart BUSINESS)
December 1, 2006... What criteria do you use to pay employees for superior performance? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Everyone wants to earn more money. That's a given in any walk of life. So, what do you say when one of your employees...

Are you old school?(adventures in DRYWALL)
December 1, 2006... When a blues music aficionado uses the term "old school," he may be referring to artists such as Muddy Waters, Etta James, John lee Hooker or B.B. King. When old school country music artists are discussed, names such as Bob Wills, Hank Williams...

Orac Decor[R] niches by Outwater: Architectural Products by Outwater.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... ORAC DECOR[R] "one step" surface mounted and recessed installation high-density polyurethane Niches will miraculously transform any ordinary, unembellished wall into an elegantly appointed, dramatic focal point. Factory primed, they are ready...

Soundproof drywall: Quiet Solution.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Quiet Solution is the leading manufacturer of soundproofing drywall and soundproofing wood for residential and commercial construction. QuietRock[R] provides easy, reliable, cost-effective results, from QuietRock 510 (lowest cost on the market)...

Formations[TM] acoustical & accent clouds: Armstrong.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Formations Acoustical Clouds from Armstrong install up to 30% faster than standard cloud designs because all corners are factory-mitered, and all grid and perimeter trim is factory-cut to size to reduce the number of splices. Elimination of...

Wall Skinner shaves walls! Demand Products, Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Shave high spots off EPS walls with the Wall-Skinner[TM]. Eliminates EPS dust, greatly reduces-rasping and levels walls to perfection. A must-havetool for the EIFS craftsman. Saves money and themess of rasping. Made in the USA. Call Now foryour...

Structural Laminate Drywall Corners: NO-COAT[R].(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... NO-COAT[R] Structural Laminate Drywall Corners deliver strength and durability with a patented tapered corner design that won't crack, dent or chip. Engineered to save labor and mud, NO-COAT[R] installs straighter and bonds better....

Easy to handle, rust proof ULTRA-LATH[R]: Plastic Components.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Plastic Components' ULTRA-LATH[R] plastic lath is the heavy-duty, non-rusting alternative to metal laths! Lower installed costs-safer and easier to use than metal-ULTRA-LATH is unaffected by moisture or chemicals. It's designed for applications...

Tired of the drywall dust?? Struggling with those high gas prices? Plaster Man.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Plaster Man is Ready to Show You: [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * How to do "No Sanding" Veneer Coat plastering * How Plaster Repair Can Be Your Key to Making HUGE Profits! * Personal training in the areas you want to learn more about...

Fifty years and counting! Nathan Kimmel.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... The Nathan Kimmel Company turns 50 years young this year. Born in the garage of the original owner, Mr. Nathan Kimmel, the company by the same name thrives today. For fifty years the company has served the wall and ceiling industry as a...

More options: Master Wall.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Demand from Master Wall's rapidly expanding customer base has caused the introduction of three new brochures; EIFS, Stucco and Specialties. Each brochure is focused on the systems and options explained in clear, easy to understand language....

Ergonomic Utility Knife: IRWIN.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... The IRWIN[R] ProTouch[TM] Fixed Utility Knife has a comfortable ProTouch ergonomic grip and optimized cutting angle for reduced hand fatigue. The easy tool-free entry makes changing blades quick and efficient. Inside the knife body there is...

Al's taping tools & spray equipment; Al's $2000 discount on a set of tapetech tools.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... PLUS $1500 in FREE Tools, Parts and Gifts-Check out our new products and Huge discounts at www.drywalltools.com including the new Marshalltown Advanced Technology, Skywalker Stilts 2.0 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * Adjustable from 18-30...

Updated Web site: Apla-Tech.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Apla-Tech, Inc., manufacturer of Continuous Flow and Pneumatic "air" drywall finishing tools, welcomes you to review our Web site page. Watch streaming videos of drywall taping and finishing tools at our jobsites. Review information on drywall...

Hammer-Lock time: Flex-Ability Concepts.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Flex-Ability Concepts, Oklahoma City, has introduced Hammer-Lock, a new feature for Flex-C Trac[R] that significantly reduces installation time and labor. Flex-C Trac provides an easy way for builders to frame high quality. Hammer-Lock allows...

Commercial coatings: Quikspray Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Quikspray Inc. is celebrating 50 years of business in the commercial coatings industry. The company manufactures application equipment (The Carrousel Pump line) and mixing equipment (Quikstir Mixers) that are distributed worldwide throughout...

Waterway drainable stucco assembly: Stuc-O-Flex International Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... WATERWAY DRAINAGE MATS COMBINE VENTILATION & RAINSCREEN TECHNOLOGIES WITH STUC-O-FLEX AMERICA'S FINEST ELASTOMERIC ACRYLIC FINISH [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] PUT SOME SPACE BETWEEN YOUR BUILDING & THE ELEMENTS WWW.STUCOFLEX.COM If...

ZipWall 4 Pack Plus: ZipWall.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Lightweight and simple, the ZipWall barrier system uses plastic sheeting or canvas to contain messy areas on any job site. Goes up in minutes with no tape, no ladders and no marred ceilings. Our new 4 Pack Plus is a great way to save money on...

Strong wind load wall systems and buildings: Perfect Wall Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Perfect Wall Inc. wall system and buildings have been tested to withstand tornado and hurricane force winds. Testing includes wind loads up to 500 psf without failure and 17,000 psf of shear strength. It is the only light gauge metal panel wall...

Total time machine: Total Wall.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Vault yourself back hundreds of years with the Old World Renaissance look of Total Wall's Plastone and Plastain Exterior Finish Coatings. Exquisite textures, subtle hues, and legendary Total Wall strength and durability are all easily achieved...

Vivaldi Venetian Plaster system: Olea Specialty Products.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Olea Specialty Products introduces the Vivaldi Venetian Plaster system by La Calce Del Brenta to North America. This easy-to-use system features more than 200 colors, a beautiful color catalog and "Stucky" Venetian plaster in three convenient...

Portable Heat Wave fes-series: Fostoria Industries Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Fostoria's "Heat Wave" Heater is becoming one of the top choices for construction companies throughout the USA. The Heat Wave can raise the temperature 40 degrees F in a building from 1,000 to 2,000 square feet at ceiling heights of 15 feet and...

V Finish: Omega Products International Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... Introducing Valentino's "V Finish," a decorative polished finish plaster that adds an exquisite facet to interiors providing the authentic beauty of Venetian plaster. V Finish is a decorative, resin-based, interior finish plaster that provides...

Loctite[R] fast frame[TM]: Henkel Corp.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
December 1, 2006... This easy-to-use, patent pending system replaces stud and track installation with revolutionary brackets that are attached to concrete columns using powder-actuated fasteners. To learn more, visit www.fastframe.loctite.com or call the...

Just add water.(BENCH TEST)
December 1, 2006... When we first saw a roll of Wet-N-Stick demonstrated, we were skeptical to say the least. Many of the rules that apply to taping did not seem to apply to this product. But the idea of being able to string tape without using mud was intriguing....

Water-activated joint tape: Grabber.(the TOOLBOX)
December 1, 2006... Wet-N-Stick wallboard joint tape needs no compound to imbed tape, saving time and money. The patent-pending technology combines a specially formulated adhesive activated by simple tap water with the highest quality drywall paper. Without the...

Fitting bag: Ridge Tool Co.(the TOOLBOX)
December 1, 2006... The RIDGID JobMax fittings bag is designed for the storage of fittings for pressing applications. The bag has six interior pockets made of Neoprene that are ideal for holding fittings and various tools. Three large exterior pockets provide...

Soundproof product: Green Glue Co.(the TOOLBOX)
December 1, 2006... Green Glue is a high performance sound-damping compound. When used between two sheets of standard drywall or subflooring, the product arrests sound vibration, converting it to heat. This results in an extremely quiet room. The product is easy,...

Mold-resistant gypsum panel: Temple-Inland.(the TOOLBOX)
December 1, 2006... SilentGuard TS is a fire- and mold-resistant gypsum shaftliner panel that is designed to make the construction of two-hour shaft and area-separation walls easier and more cost-efficient than masonry. The product is manufactured with...

Flexible flashing product: Fortifiber Building Systems Group.(the TOOLBOX)
December 1, 2006... Moistop PF is the company's most economical mechanically attached flexible flashing product. The color change, from gray to white, provides five times the standard for water resistance (ASTM D-779) and zero mold growth (ASTM G-21). Improvements...

Gear and cargo bag: Ace Hardware.(the TOOLBOX)
December 1, 2006... The small and medium BigFoot Gear and Cargo Bag is now available at participating Ace Hardware stores throughout the country. The bags are known for their ability to adapt to an assortment of needs by opening flat as a ground cloth or tarp and...

Interior and exterior laser: CST/Berger.(the TOOLBOX)
December 1, 2006... The Stanley FatMax RL350GL Pro-Grade Horizontal/Vertical Dual-Beam, Single Slope Rotary Laser is ideal for both interior and exterior jobs. Fully electronic self-leveling provides accuracy up to 1/8 inch at 100 feet. Motorized electronic self...

Dispensing system: Conprotec Inc.(the TOOLBOX)
December 1, 2006... The MixPac F System consists of a manual or pneumatic dispensing gun, a cartridge and a static mixer, all designed to work together as an integrated, high-performance system. Its cartridge dispensing systems are used to dispensing 2-component...

Lightweight drill: Metabo Corp.(the TOOLBOX)
December 1, 2006... The BSZ 14.4 offers more available power and a faster charge than earlier models. Its lightweight (4 pounds with battery), ergonomic design and balanced weight distribution help to ensure optimum handling, and its rubber-coated handle reduces...

Reinforcement system for existing structures: CINTEC.(the TOOLBOX)
December 1, 2006... Seistec is a reinforcing anchor system used for seismic repair or for retrofitting seismic upgrading of structures made of brick, stone, terracotta, adobe or even timber. It strengthens the integrity of wall-to-wall, wall-to-roof, and...

Caulk gun: Tajima.(the TOOLBOX)
December 1, 2006... The Convoy Super caulk gun is designed to dispense thick, stiff adhesives and sealants as easily as light duty caulks with its special heat-treated and hardened steel plunger shaft and twin thrust plates that deliver smooth, even dispensing and...

Drywall cart: Sonny Scaffolds.(the TOOLBOX)
December 1, 2006... The Sidewinder drywall cart is a rugged and narrow product. It weighs only 70 pounds (including casters), making it very lightweight. It features the company's patented Unitube design that offers greater strength for a more stable load. Its...

Fully modular hoist: Alimak Hek.(the TOOLBOX)
December 1, 2006... The Scando 650 offers a large number of possible configurations with different doors and gates, speeds and payload capacities. A fully modular vertical transport solution, the hoist offers a high level of flexibility, as it is available in...