Walls & Ceilings articles from February 2006

Walls & Ceilings archives from February 2006

What is architecture?(up FRONT)
February 1, 2006... My first day studying architecture at college started with the department head asking me to define the word "architecture." I came up with "architecture is structurally defining environments to accommodate human activities." But when we see...

Calendar.(Calendar)
February 1, 2006... FEBRUARY 22-24 2006 MOISTUREFREE WARRANTY NATIONAL CONVENTION Doubletree Atlanta Airport Hotel, Atlanta (800) 400-8679 ext. 160 www.moisturewarranty.com MARCH 28-APR. 01 50TH ANNUAL CSI SHOW AND CONVENTION Las...

National Gypsum to expand cement board operations.(INDUSTRY WIRE)
February 1, 2006... National Gypsum Co. announced it is expanding its PermaBase cement backerboard production near Montreal, Quebec. The addition will increase capacity at the Canadian plant by 50 percent. In 1998, the company acquired Unifix Inc., a Canadian...

Expansion begins at Degussa plant.(TRADENEWS)
February 1, 2006... Degussa Wall Systems announced that it plans to significantly expand operations at its Lancaster, Texas, manufacturing site. The expansion will include the addition of a new, fully equipped, 65,000 square foot state-of-the-art manufacturing...

ICF Solutions announced acquisition of Greenblock Worldwide.(TRADENEWS)
February 1, 2006... ICF Solutions Inc. announced it has completed the acquisition of Colorado-based Greenblock Worldwide Corp., a privately held insulated form manufacturing, sales and marketing company. ICF Solutions will relocate Green-block's corporate...

ASTM International announces new publication.(TRADENEWS)
February 1, 2006... A new publication from ASTM International, "STP 1463, Advances in Adhesives, Adhesion Science, and Testing," includes 11 peer-reviewed papers that focus on new adhesives, particularly from the perspective of the newer test methods emerging to...

United Rentals acquires Sandvick Equipment & Supply.(TRADENEWS)
February 1, 2006... United Rentals Inc. announced that it has purchased the trench safety rentals and sales assets of Sandvick Equipment & Supply Co., with headquarters in Phoenix. Sandvick has a total of six locations in Arizona, California, Nevada and Texas. ...

Endura Products acquires FrameSaver.(TRADENEWS)
February 1, 2006... Endura Products Inc. announced the acquisition of FrameSaver. Located in Nacogdoches, Texas, FrameSaver is known for their rot-resistant, moisture proof, wood door frames. "The acquisition of FrameSaver is a continuation of our goal of...

SafeWorks LLC.(PEOPLE)
February 1, 2006... Power Climber, a division of SafeWorks LLC, announced Teresa Kinney as Midwest regional sales manager.

JLG Industries Inc.(PEOPLE)
February 1, 2006... JLG Industries Inc. announced that Joe Dixon has joined as president of JLG Service Plus Inc.

Benjamin Obdyke.(PEOPLE)
February 1, 2006... Benjamin Obdyke has hired Jim Ash as director of marketing.

Kamco Supply Corp.(PEOPLE)
February 1, 2006... Kamco Supply Corp. has promoted industry veteran Mark Gluhosky to the position of regional manager.

Lenox.(PEOPLE)
February 1, 2006... Lenox announced that Rich Mathews has been named vice president of marketing. The company has also named Lee Wilkins as director of marketing for the Hand Tools Division.

USG.(PEOPLE)
February 1, 2006... USG has announced several senior-level management changes. James Metcalf is president and COO; Edward Bosowski has been named executive vice president and chief strategy officer, and president of USG International; Dominic Dannessa is vice...

Laticrete.(PEOPLE)
February 1, 2006... Laticrete's North American division announced that its salesperson Ron Nash was unanimously selected by officials at Inland Northwest Distributing as "Out-standing Vendor Sales Representative" for 2005.

Spackle.(Cartoon)
February 1, 2006... THAT'S ABSURD!... WHAT ABOUT YOU, STANLEY? DO YOU THINK WE EVOLVED FROM MONKEY WRENCHES? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Two-sided mud pan: Warner Tool Product.(product FOCUS on Safety & Ergonomic Products)
February 1, 2006... The Fast Tray 2-Sided Mud Pan has an ergonomic design for the forearms, making it easier for them to rest. Its curved bottom allows for comfort and is easier for fast scooping and to clean. Molded in plastic, it has two excess storage bays...

Safety guardrail: Safety Maker Inc.(product FOCUS on Safety & Ergonomic Products)
February 1, 2006... Contractors can erect freestanding, OSHA compliant guardrail and stair rail systems without drilling, using the VersiShield Guardrail Clamping System. The guardrail system simply clamps onto the edge of a concrete slab, which eliminates...

Extensive company catalog: Spider.(product FOCUS on Safety & Ergonomic Products)
February 1, 2006... The company has compiled detailed information for its three primary product lines: temporary access products, safety solutions, and permanent installation equipment. Indepth content, including key features, specifications, drawings,...

Flexible hoist mounting: Beta Max Inc.(product FOCUS on Safety & Ergonomic Products)
February 1, 2006... The Scaff-Trac Mounting System is designed for attaching hoists to conventional walkthrough frame scaffold. The system hangs just under the horizontal members of a frame scaffold using saddles and pins. The Scaff-Trac works with frame...

Drywall respirator: Aosafety/Aearo.(product FOCUS on Safety & Ergonomic Products)
February 1, 2006... The CoolMax is a NIOSH-approved N95 sanding, drywall and fiberglass respirator. Its patented design allows workers to breathe up to two times easier and it lasts up to three times longer than other disposable masks. The mask feels cooler...

Acrylic finish vs. stucco finish: be sure to know the material differences--in science and application--of these two finishes before using them.
February 1, 2006... Portland cement plaster has traditionally been a three-coat cement system as described by all model building codes and now in the International Building Code. Within the last two decades, acrylic has become very popular as an alternative finish...

Exterior building repellants: combat moisture infiltrating exterior building materials with water repellents.
February 1, 2006... All exterior building materials are susceptible to allowing moisture infiltration into the interior of the structure. Due to this fact, a significant opportunity is presented to exterior restoration contractors to conduct preventative...

The old world in the lone star: the extreme makeover of a Texas outlet mall has drawn half the state--and some from across the border--to experience a Venetian landscape.(Cover Story)
February 1, 2006... "San Marcos is the perfect example of how versatile foam application can be," says Bill Lewis, vice president of Johnson County Foam, whose company created the foam shapes used on the elaborate Prime Outlets shopping plaza in San Marcos, Texas....

Degradation of one-coat stucco by well-meaning professionals--a further look: twenty additional points on improving one's knowledge of the complex world of stucco.
February 1, 2006... Previously, we reviewed 11 problems that are caused by well-meaning professionals. This month, we will review 20 more. Remember the old cliche, "If a job is worth doing, it is worth doing right." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 1 Stucco is...

Krystolize to waterproof; Crystalline technology: build the waterproofing in your concrete.
February 1, 2006... Our region (Carolinas) has had an extreme amount of rain/moisture in the last year. This was preceded by about five years of drought conditions. The result is people are experiencing water or waterproofing problems they have never seen before...

Estimating (Part 2).(the PLASTER man)
February 1, 2006... Helping you learn the fine art of plastering is one of the main goals of this column. Included in that is the skill of how to estimate projects. It's the profits from plastering that pay the bills and keep things going. With this in mind, last...

Prefabricated panels.(the FINISHLINE)
February 1, 2006... I received an odd email the other day from a company located in a town whose name I can't pronounce--somewhere in India. They had found me through Walls & Ceilings. The e-mail was an order for what looked like enough EIFS panels to cover the...

Deja vu x 2 (Part two).(the GREEN thumb)
February 1, 2006... In part one, we began this series that takes a look at the recent developments concerning substituting/minimizing off-gassing from formaldehyde-based binders (adhesives) used for composite wood panel products. Known as non-added formaldehyde...

I think I know.(all in AGREEMENT)
February 1, 2006... There is a big difference between thinking we know and knowing. For example, we may think our kids are not using drugs. However, many parents are horrified to learn their son or daughter is not only using drugs but has a serious addiction and...

Failures to communicate.(smart BUSINESS)
February 1, 2006... "Communication failure" is a catch-all term that describes the cause of probably 90 percent of all business problems. Failures to communicate happen in many ways, for many reasons. Let's examine some of these and what can be done to correct...

Burning down the house.(adventures in DRYWALL)
February 1, 2006... The year was 1977 and yours' truly was trying desperately to hold the end of a 12-foot sheet up while trying to finger a nail into the edge of the board and hit the nail instead of my fingers with a roofing hatchet. If memory serves, back then...

Natural stone plaster: Global Coatings.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Stonella Plaster begins by blending the natural beauty of crushed marble in various colors with 100-percent water clear acrylic. Trowel applied 1/16 inch thick, it protects surfaces subject to wear and tear with a natural stone plaster that's...

Commercial coatings: Quikspray Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 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 is distributed worldwide throughout...

Pavan ultimate tool kit: Olea Specialty Products.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Olea Specialty Products introduces the ultimate decorative plasterer's tool kit by Pavan Tools Italy. These kits come loaded with quality Pavan tools and will keep your trowels organized and free of scratches that can ruin your finishes. Pavan...

The original drywall/wall repair patch: Pro Patch Systems Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Save time and money with our five popular sizes of patches... 2 inch by 2 inch, 4 inch by 4 inch, 6 inch by 6 inch, 8 inch by 8 inch and 12 inch by 12 inch. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * Made of aluminum, they will not rust or blister. ...

Portable Heat Wave fes-series: Fostoria Industries Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 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...

Plaster man's "plaster on!" 5 day workshop: Plaster Man.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... March 6-10, 2006 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Veneer Coat Plaster Repair & Resurfacing How to Bid, Estimate & Make Super Profits! Ornamental Plastering--new & repair Venetian Plastering--Authentic Marble & More Pick...

Venetian plaster instruction: Buon Fresco.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Learn the most beautiful Venetian plaster technique found anywhere. Classes are conducted at the Academy of Wall Artistry of greater Washington D.C. Course offerings also include Decorative Painting, Gold Leafing for Decor, Marketing Your...

Light duty alternative for curved framing: Flex-Ability Concepts.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Flex-Ability Concepts has introduced Flex Lite, a light duty alternative for curved framing applications including curved walls, ceilings and soffits. New Flex Lite is economically manufactured from 25 gauge G-40 galvanized sheet metal and is...

Prest-plate metal ceilings: AA-Abbingdon Affiliates Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... This brochure features a variety of tin panel ceilings available from the company. These products include metal lay-in and nail-up panels, moldings, cornices and details, center medallions and kitchen backsplashes. Examples of each of the 35...

ZipWall[R] 4 Pack Plus: ZipWall.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Light weight 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...

Vintique "ruins" another project: Master Wall.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Master Wall's Vintique was used to recreate a ruined aqueduct in Texas. Easily applied, Vintique gives an antiqued look to our Superior Finishes. If you're an applicator wanting something new or a distributor looking for a great product line,...

New Foam Cutting showrooms open! Demand Products Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Demand Products announces its New Showrooms in Atlanta with a dazzling array of the latest in Foam Cutting. Coating and Grinding equipment. Equipment featured is by Demand Products, Wintech and MegaPlot. Manual as well as Computerized CNC...

Lafarge Rapid Coat[R] Mid-Weight Joint Compound: Lafarge North America.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Lafarge introduces an all new product to its line of quality finishing products--Rapid Coat Mid-Weight Joint Compound. Rapid Coat Mid-Weight offers the best of both worlds in joint finishing. It effectively combines the easy spreading and quick...

Fifty years and counting! The Nathan Kimmel Co.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 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 50 years the company has served the wall and ceiling industry as a one-stop...

Mesa[TM] acoustical ceilings: Armstrong Ceiling Systems.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... New Mesa ceilings from Armstrong provide better acoustical performance, better light reflectance and better surface scratch performance than comparable mid-priced fine-textured ceilings, making them ideal for classrooms, office and healthcare...

Drywall cart: Sonny Scaffolds.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Sonny Scaffolds presents the SDC-2 Pro Series Residential Drywall Cart, a 2,000-pound load capacity cart that combines safety and usability. The SDC-2 exceeds both OSHA and ANSI specifications, and was designed with input from its users in the...

Easy to handle, rust proof ULTRA-LATH[R]: Plastic Components.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Plastic Components' ULTRA-LATH 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...

READY-TRACK[TM]: Radius Track Corp.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Try READY-TRACK once and you'll never frame curves without it again. READY-TRACK comes in 8- and 10-foot sections that are easily hand-bendable to your exact requirements on the job site. Once formed, READY-TRACK holds its shape, so it installs...

Continuous flow on mechanical boxes--product release: Apla-Tech Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Apla-Tech's Continuous Flow System (CFS) can now be attached to any mechanical box on the market today! You can coat up to 1-gallon of finishing compound per minute up to 153 feet from the pump. By engaging the trigger, the boxing effort is cut...

Decorative ceiling beams by Outwater: Architectural Products By Outwater.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Now you can easily and economically recreate the rustic look afforded by authentic, aged, hand-hewn oak beams with Outwater's high-density polyurethane Decorative Beams. Not only lightweight and sturdy, Outwater's Decorative Beams are easy to...

Point of purchase display: Full Circle International.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
February 1, 2006... Full Circle International would like to introduce its point of purchase display. The customer-friendly display is 2 feet wide by 6 feet high and holds the Radius 360, Level 360 sanding discs, Replacement Pads, literature and a color header card...

Magnetic box level: Empire Level Manufacturing Corp.(the TOOLBOX)
February 1, 2006... The em71 is the first magnetic box level in the True Blue professional series of measuring instruments. Like its non-magnetic predecessor the e70, this new pro box style level includes the patented True Blue solid block acrylic vial, which...

Waterproof ceiling tile: Parkland Plastics.(the TOOLBOX)
February 1, 2006... SpectraTile Ceiling Panels are completely waterproof lay-in tiles. Extruded from foam PVC, these plastic panels eliminate the problems traditional fiber-based ceiling tiles have with water absorption, mold, crumbling and replacement issues....

Wood flooring adhesive: Dritac.(the TOOLBOX)
February 1, 2006... The 9200 FasTac Adhesive is for the installation of multi-ply engineered plank, plain-back parquet (not foam back), 3/4-inch solid shorts, acrylic impregnated multi-ply engineered plank and acrylic impregnated plain-back parquet. It inhibits...

Polyurethane-based technology: Liquid Nails.(the TOOLBOX)
February 1, 2006... Ultra Duty Poly is a moisture-curing, polyurethane-based construction adhesive designed to provide maximum durability in various applications on a variety of substrates. Developed with exceptional heat resistance and flexibility at low...

Spackle artist book release: ECW Press.(the TOOLBOX)
February 1, 2006... Dave Coverly's latest collection of comic panels, "Just One %$#@ Speed Bump After Another..." is now available. Regular readers of Speed Bump (and W & C's Spackle) will recognize the subtle ironies and the over-looked details we all take for...

Expansion joint system: Emseal.(the TOOLBOX)
February 1, 2006... The Migutan expansion joint system for watertight sealing in a variety of commercial construction applications is ideal for applications over occupied space, where totally watertight integration of expansion joint and deck membrane is a...

Fireblock sealant: Fomo Products Inc.(the TOOLBOX)
February 1, 2006... Handi-Foam Fireblock is a sealant that has passed the ICCES evaluation for use as a fireblock. It has several of the same properties as the company's sealants, so it can still be used to seal, fill, insulate, bond and stop air infiltration in...

Paint applicator system: Trac Tool Products LLC.(the TOOLBOX)
February 1, 2006... The Speed Rollers paint commercial applicator system utilizes a one-of-a-kind technology that provides professional painting contractors with the ability to apply coatings at least two to three times faster than internally fed pressure rollers...

Stained glass plaster: Global Coatings Inc.(the TOOLBOX)
February 1, 2006... The look of stained glass can now have the same look on walls, ceilings and columns. The company's Tiffany Stone melds the radiance, color and sparkle of crushed stained glass with finely crushed marble. The result is a stained glass plaster...

Continuous flow mechanical boxes: Apla-Tech Inc.(the TOOLBOX)
February 1, 2006... The company can now take its Continuous Flow System and attach it to mechanical boxes. Regardless of what brand of mechanical boxes the worker can finish continuously without stopping to refill up to 150 feet away from the pump. And the CFS...