Walls & Ceilings articles from July 2002

Walls & Ceilings archives from July 2002

Anniversaries and ergonomics. (Up Front).
July 1, 2002... Readers may notice a couple of warm and fuzzy pieces in the Trade News section of Walls & Ceilings this month. One is about USG's 100th anniversary and the other reports on Apla-Tech's accolades regarding the ergonomic benefits of its tools....

USG celebrates its centennial. (Trade News).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... USG celebrated its 100th anniversary on May 24, 2002. To mark the occasion, company plants, distribution facilities and offices throughout the country, along with the other subsidiaries of USG Corp., hosted special events for employees,...

100 years of innovation. (Trade News).(United States Gypsum Co. product innovations)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Product Introductions and Systems Technology Breakthroughs Developed by United States Gypsum Company 1902 - 2002 1902 - United States Gypsum Company Founded The company was formed in Chicago when 18 independent gypsum mining,...

Compilation of ASTM standards in ACI 318-02 now available. (Other News).
July 1, 2002... The latest revision of ACI SP-71, ASTM Standards in ACI 318, contains all 48 ASTM standards cited in ACI 318-02, Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary. ACI members can get this compilation of all the ASTM...

SkillsUSA--Vica receives grant from Home Depot. (Other News).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... The Home Depot announced its support for the preparation of American's future skilled workforce by making an $85,000 cash donation to SkillsUSA--Vica. Home Depot's pledge will assist in the sponsorship of national SkillsUSA activities including...

CST/Berger purchase assets of David White. (Other News).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... CST/Berger announced that in May it finalized the purchase of essentially all assets of David White LLC (except for outstanding accounts receivable). This transition may take 60 to 90 days until supply constraints, resulting from David White...

Multiquip buys blade expert Diamond Back. (Other News).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Multiquip Inc. of Carson, Calif., announced the acquisition of Diamond Back Diamond Blades, based in Newark, N.J. "Diamond Back is a company with a track record of supplying superior diamond blades and specialty cutting tools and with an...

Stephen L. Green. (People).(joins Urecoats Industries Inc. board)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Stephen L. Green joins the board of directors of Urecoats Industries Inc. The company also announced the election of Mark A. Reichenbaum to its board of directors.

Apla-Tech receives highest citation for ergonomic tool at the Construction Safety & Health Show. (Trade News).(Drywall Ergonomics)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
July 1, 2002... In a study about drywall finishing conducted by Greg Shaw, of the Midstate Education and Service Foundation, Apla-Tech tool systems were found to have the greatest long-term advantages for drywall tools compared to others on the market. At the...

Robert Nickol. (People).(FSI Products appointment)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Robert Nickol has been appointed as territory representative for FSI Products in Allentown, Pa.

Kevin Palm. (People).(appointed by Contemporary Construction)(Services Inc.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Kevin Palm has been appointed production manager at Contemporary Construction Services Inc.

Irving Mande. (People).(wins award from National Fire Protection)(Association)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... The National Fire Protection Association presented Irving Mande, P.E., with the Distinguished Service Award at the Association's World Safety Conference & Exposition show.

Terry Johnson. (People).(Greenway Group Inc. executive)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Terry Johnson has been named president and COO for Greenway Group Inc.

James Metcalf. (People).(president of USG)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... James Metcalf has been named president of building systems with USG.

John Novosel. (People).(joins National Association of Home)(Builders Research Center)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... The National Association of Home Builders Research Center announced that John Novosel has joined as director of quality programs.

Spray acoustical plaster. (Products Focus on Ceilings).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Pyrok Inc. Pyrok Acoustement Plaster 20 and Acoustement Plaster 40 are both gypsum plaster formulations, ideal for applications to a wide variety of surfaces including gypsum drywall and painted substrates. Acoustement 20 has the...

Acoustical alternatives. (Products Focus on Ceilings).
July 1, 2002... JDA Ceilings Inc. DROPTIN Ceiling Panels are formed to order from Class A (ASTM E-84), rigid phthalate-free (Type-1/ASTM D-1784), closed cellular, moisture impervious, vinyl polymer sheet. This affords a durable, homogenous, mineral...

Wood panels. (Products Focus on Ceilings).
July 1, 2002... WoodCeilings Inc. The Modular Linear Wood Ceiling creates a dynamic and decorative surface. These pre-assembled panels are attached to conventional 15/16-inch T-Bar grid with main runners 2 foot oc. Simple installation and flexibility in...

Fire guard panels. (Products Focus on Ceilings).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
July 1, 2002... Armstrong world ind. inc. Dune, the company's line of fine-textured acoustical ceilings, is now available in Fire Guard panels. The panels combine an upscale, non-directional, fine textured look with HumiGuard Plus sag-resistant...

Acoustical panels. (Product Focus on Ceilings).
July 1, 2002... illbruck Available in thicknesses of 2, 3, 4 and 6 inches, SONExpyramid Panels maximize the effective area of acoustic control (NRC 0.70, 0.80, 0.95 and 1.05 for SONEXpyramid in natural finish). Made from willtec, the companys proprietary...

Stretch ceiling system. (Product Focus on Ceilings).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Newmat USA The NewLight ceiling system works ideal for backlit applications and offers seven membranes in different colors. It works well with either natural or artificial lights and can be installed as single layer or double layer for...

Roll out the moisture: new generation of weather barriers slams the door on moisture and air infiltration.(exterior insulating and finishing system)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
July 1, 2002... EIFS manufacturers, seeking to reduce moisture damage in residential and commercial construction, have introduced a new generation of sprayed, trowel-applied and rolled-on weather barriers. These seamless shields are said to be far more...

Crowning achievement: an EIFS dome is tops with St. Mary's Church.(exterior insulating and finishing system;)(Rockledge FL church)
July 1, 2002... Necessity is the mother of invention. So when Acousti Engineering Company hoisted the 17,000 pound EIFS-clad dome into place on top of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Rockledge, Fla., it crowned not only the church itself, but also a panelized...

A tale of insurance: a veteran contractor faces slamming doors regarding EIFS coverage--and the insurance industry's increasing apathy toward construction contractors in general.(Ohio Casualty and S and S Interior and Exterior Finishes)
July 1, 2002... It's a very hot topic right now: insurance companies refusing to cover EIFS construction due to excessive claims. The result could be a war of attrition that mathematically threatens EIFS construction in the United States. Mathematically,...

Toxic mold: a common-sense approach to an uncommon challenge; general guidance and, hopefully, some degree of reassurance, of the basics of mold, mold growth and what to do when evidence of mold activity is uncovered at a job site.
July 1, 2002... In the construction industry, the exterior insulation finishing systems sector was the first to feel the full impact of toxic mold, which is quickly shaping up as the issue destined to generate the next great wave of consumer-health litigation....

Face-to-face: Darreyl Johnson.(expert in the exterior insulation finishing systems sector)(Interview)
July 1, 2002... It is through bizarre coincidence that Darreyl Johnson came to the attention of this magazine. Former Contributing Editor Kevin Bush happened-to be seated next to Darreyl on a flight last year and learned of his years within the EIFS industry....

Your letters (Part 1): though modern hawks are made of some type of metal, the original ones were made of wood. (Plaster Man).
July 1, 2002... As I have stated before, one of my main goals in this column is to promote the plastering trade. Over the past few years, I have been acquiring books on plastering and one in particular has proved to be a goldmine of information and help in...

None dare call it treason: increasingly, these captains of industry are bent on doing what's best for them personally, not the majority of the company's shareholders, and certainly not the public at large. (Off the Wall).(Enron Corp. and other corporate)(corruption cases)(Column)
July 1, 2002... If there is one lesson to be learned by the I managerial debacle that felled Enron last fall and gravely wounded accounting giant Arthur Anderson, it is that we cannot afford to place blind trust in the fiscal and ethical stewardship of...

Wavy walls: the subject of flatness is a complex one, and is sometimes a source of great debate. (Finish Line).(exterior insulating and finishing system)(Column)
July 1, 2002... The ability to create large, seamless, flat wall surfaces is one of EIFS's unique design features. This attribute is not overlooked by architects and is frequently exploited. However, it is a feature that is not without concerns. A comment that...

Making mistakes (part 5): common sense has a lot to do with the use of one's imagination. (The Bridge).(estimating building costs)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... This month, for our ongoing discussion of "making mistakes" in the estimating process, we'll take a look at one of the most common types of mistakes: misinterpretation. Don't leave home without it As stated in last month's column,...

How to mental health drywall: you get up each morning facing a stack of rock that is heavy enough to squash you like a bug if it fell on you. (All in Agreement).
July 1, 2002... It was another cold January morning as my partner and I entered the house. We plugged in our radio, set up our benches, marked the trusses, pulled the rippers off the board while counting the sheets and started hanging lids. Five hours...

Gypsum board basics: on behalf of the gypsum board industry, I am looking forward to bringing you helpful information in this monthly column. (All Things Gypsum).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Gypsum board is a versatile, efficient and economical building material whose application can be easy and fast. However, occasional installation questions may arise that need answers in order to maintain the quality of the job. Therefore, I...

Five keys to success in the contracting business: most contractors think their technical know-how is the only thing necessary to succeed in the business. (Smart Business).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... It's tricky to generalize about what makes a successful contractor because there are so many different trades and types of business--residential and commercial, new and retrofit. But when I think about contractors I've met from all different...

Vacuum loader. (Products).(from Force-Flo Inc.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Force-Flo Inc. The vacuum loader is a tool that moves low-viscosity adhesives, sealants caulks and other materials from 5-gallon pails to caulking guns. The tool is specifically for taper 5-gallon plastic pails and features a softer (60...

Fine wire stapler. (Products).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Duo-Fast Corp. Three new models of Duo-Fast Sureshot industrial fine wire staplers incorporate features ideal for professional use in a wide variety of industries. Rugged construction provides reliable operation in high-cycle applications...

Transformable protractor. (Products).(from Bridge City Tool Works Inc.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Bridge City Tool Works Inc. The tool converts any 6-inch caliper into a portable protractor. Attached to the Angle Master Pro 6i a caliper becomes the micro-adjustable hypotenuse of a triangle with two identical sides. This results in a...

Screw driving accessory. (Products).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... PAM Fastening Technology The E-Z Driver attaches to any screwdriver or drill and is used to firmly hold screws while driving them, making screwing easier in awkward positions. The tool's ball bearing system holds Phillips and square-drive...

Radius designed drywall. (Products).(from National Gypsum Co.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... National Gypsum High Flex Wallboard 1/4-inch panels consist of a fire-resistive gypsum core encased in heavy natural - finish paper on the face side and liner paper on the back side. The face paper is folded around the long edges to...

Generator. (Products).(from DeWalt Industrial Tools and Accessories)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... DeWALT The DG7000 heavyduty gas generator is a 7,000-watt unit that runs off a 13horsepower engine. Designed for large framing crews, heavy bridge and road construction, the generator has seven receptacles including: four 120-volt GFCI...

Energy saving coating. (Products).(from Textured Coatings of America)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Textured Coatings of America The Tex Cote Super Cote Platinum system reverses itself by putting the coating (textured or smooth) first and the heat reflective Super Cote on top. Both coating (primer) and Super Cote (topcoat) shields the...

Load assist kits. (Products).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
July 1, 2002... Air Lift Co. The Air Lift 1000 air spring system is engineered as an add on helper for coil spring suspensions. It can be applied with basic tools and provides up to 1,000 pounds of leveling capacity The system reduces roll, sway and...

Notched trowels. (Products).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
July 1, 2002... Marshalltown Trowel Co. The company has expanded its line of 11-inch notched trowels with DuraSoft handles. The line now includes a "Flat V" trowel with 1/8 by 1/8 by 1/8 measurements; a "Flat V" trowel with 1/16 by 1/16 by 1/16...

Job site radio. (Products).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
July 1, 2002... Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. The job Site Radio is powered by a twoway Rockford Fosgate sound system with a 3-stage Punch EQ bass boost. It is made with a resistant shell, steel handle and a blow-molded base, all helping to protect the...

Clean-up cloth. (Products).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
July 1, 2002... Hyde Tools The ViperWiper Professional CleanUp Cloth removes all types and grades of paint from multiple surfaces, including hands, without the use of solvents. The cloth can be used to remove overspray, dirt and grime from almost any...

Fluorescent downlights. (Products).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
July 1, 2002... Lithonia Lighting The Gotham AF Series of 6-, 8- and 10-inch compact fluorescent downlights specifically designed for popular tripletube lamps in 1, 2 and 3 lamp configurations. The line incorporates Gotham's advanced Bound Ray Optical...

Warning and instruction literature. (Products).
July 1, 2002... Wood Truss Council of America The WTCA has created an effective and convenient way for the structural building component manufacturing industry to warn and instruct customers about the safe and proper handling of components. The council...

Lightweight contender. (Bench Test).(exterior insulating and finishing system;)(testing E Finish from Dryvit Systems)(Brief Article)(Column)
July 1, 2002... I have been in the contracting business all my life and have been doing EIFS work since the early 1970s. Among the many things I've learned over that time is a fact that seems to apply to a lot of things in life: People have difficulty handling...

Is it any wonder? (Bench Test).(WonderBoard from Custom Building)(Products)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... The regular three-step process for applying stucco entails basically the following: After felt paper and chicken wire are attached to the plywood inner wall, a scratch coat is applied to fill in the chicken wire. A 48-hour wait period ensues...

Ceilings catalog. (Literature).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Armstrong World Ind. Inc. Totaling 254 pages in length, the 2002 Ceiling Systems catalog utilizes convenient new tabs to call out individual product groupings, including mineral fiber/fiberglass ceilings, MetalWorks, WoodWorks, i-ceilings...

Acoustical problem solving. (Literature).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Certain Teed Corp. The company offers a 32-page, four-color brochure offering advice and guidelines for controlling noise in buildings with commercial insulation. The brochure discusses the problem of noise in the building environment,...

Wall and ceiling catalog. (Literature).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2002... Walls + Forms Inc. The catalog contains components in a variety of sizes, colors, shapes, styles and materials for applications. Display components include fastening systems, panel profiles, fastening co-extrusions, edge channels, edge...