Walls & Ceilings articles from March 2005

Walls & Ceilings archives from March 2005

It all comes down to you: recently, I got a letter from Brian Cote, president of Red Line Wall Systems Inc., of Leominster, Mass. Brian, like so many of us today, has issues regarding accountability.(up FRONT)
March 1, 2005... "I am a partner of an open-shop drywall company," he wrote. "I (came up with an idea) of a code of ethics backed by an organization, such as yours, that we drywall contractors could join and be subjected to." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Calendar.(Calendar)
March 1, 2005... MARCH 15-19 CONEXPO 2005 Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas. www.conexpoconagg.com. 30-APRIL 2 AWCI'S CONSTRUCTION DIRECTIONS 2005/EIMA Tampa, Fla. (703) 534-8300. ...

All-Span expands to southern U.S.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2005... All-Span Inc. announced that it is expanding its business to the southern United States. The company believes the expansion down south will expand its service capability to supply computer designed, pre-fabricated light gauge steel roof...

Clark Steel expands manufacturing and service area with USG.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2005... Clark Steel Framing is pleased to announce the expansion of its manufacturing and supply agreement for the USG Sheetrock C-H shaftwall and Area Separation Wall steel framing components. Clark has been manufacturing these components for the past...

Dryvit announces warranty.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2005... Dryvit Systems Inc. announced its 30-Year Warranty Program for the company's two residential systems, Residential MD or Sprint MD. The warranty applies to the construction of one- and two-family homes. To be eligible for the warranty,...

U.S. Gypsum invests millions to rebuild wallboard plant in Virginia.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2005... USG Corp. announced that its U.S. Gypsum Co. subsidiary will be investing $132 million to rebuild and modernize its Sheetrock Brand Gypsum Panels manufacturing plant in Norfolk, Va. Planning for the 25-month project will commence...

Wallboard shipments set new record for fourth consecutive year; GA web site.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2005... The United States gypsum board industry achieved its highest rate of annual shipments ever in calendar year 2004 when the U.S. manufacturers of gypsum board shipped a total of 34.24 billion square feet of material. This volume represents a...

Sepp Leaf unveils showroom.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2005... Sepp Leaf products unveiled its new Manhattan showroom in February. The room displays materials for architecture, interior design, fine art and the decorative and culinary arts. In celebration, the company invited artisans to send in...

ED+C holds Green Design Solutions Conference.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2005... The "Green Design Solutions Conference for Hospitals and Schools," presented by Environmental Design + Construction magazine, is an educational conference that delivers green design solutions for application in both hospitals and K-12 schools,...

Multiquip enters into the Middle East.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2005... Multiquip announced it will supply light- and medium-sized construction equipment to building professionals throughout the Middle East and in select Eastern European countries. The products are now available from Turkey, Syria and Saudi Arabia...

Ames tools opens Florida store.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2005... Ames Taping Tools Systems Inc. announced the opening of its newest store in Pensacola, Fla. The opening continues the Atlanta-based firm's expansion into other markets across the country. The company plans a store-opening programs throughout...

Rohm and Haas announces price increase for Architectural and Functional Coatings.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2005... Rohm and Haas will implement list and off-list price increases for acrylic emulsions, styrene-containing polymers, additives, and colorants sold to the architectural coatings, industrial coatings, construction and building products, traffic...

Westcrowns opens distribution center.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2005... Westcrowns Inc., a member of a European architectural glass group, will open a second regional distribution center. This one will serve the west coast and be located just south of Oakland, Calif. The center will be called Westcrowns Norcal and...

Habitat for Humanity prepare for Motown build.(INDUSTRY WIRE)
March 1, 2005... Habitat for Humanity leaders have announced that Detroit has been selected as a host site for the 22nd annual Jimmy Carter Work Project, to be held June 19 through 24 this year. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Former U.S. President and Nobel...

Putmeister America.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2005... Putmeister America has promoted Art Waerlg to northeast regional sales manager.

Sonny Scaffolds, Inc.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2005... Sonny Scaffolds, Inc. has announced the appointment of James I. Brown, Jr., to manager of the firm's new Florida regional office in Venice. The company has also named Sherry Jourdan to the position of sales coordinator. [ILLUSTRATION...

Metabo Corp.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2005... Metabo Corp. announced Martin Cross has been named vice president of sales.

The National Concrete Masonry Association.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2005... The National Concrete Masonry Association announced that three of its staff engineers, Jeffrey Greenwald, Dennis Graber and J. Marcus Cherundolo, have won the Alan H. Yorkdale Memorial Award, presented by ASTM.

All-Span.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2005... All-Span announces the promotion and relocating of Greg Pitillo, formerly All-Span's New Jersey-based territory manager, to Columbia, S.C., as sales director of the south, where plans are underway to open a sales and manufacturing facility....

Plymouth Foam's DuraSpec Building Product--Wholesale Division.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2005... Tim Snider has been promoted to division sales manager of Plymouth Foam's DuraSpec Building Products--Wholesale Division.

The Sustainable Buildings Industry Council.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2005... The Sustainable Buildings Industry Council announced the election of its new Board of Directors for the 2005-2006 term. The following members have been re-elected: J. Gregg Borchelt, vice president of the Brick Industry Association; Scott...

First-time Board.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2005... First-time Board members include Gary DeSantis, senior corporate architect for BASF Corp.; and Ken Langer, president of Environmental Market Solutions Inc.

The International Firestop Council.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2005... The International Firestop Council has announced the appointment of its 2005 executive officers. IFC executive officers for 2005 are: * President: Steve Tyler, Tremco Inc. * Vice President: Jim Park, The Rectorseal Co. *...

Rudolph and Sletten General Contractors.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2005... Rick Millitello has been promoted to executive vice president of operations for Rudolph and Sletten General Contractors.

Stellar Industries.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2005... Stellar Industries has appointed James Flatebo to the engineering department. The company has also appointed Brian Goll as customer service representative.

Hoffman Plastering.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2005... Hoffman Plastering, of Ann Arbor, Mich., has been named 2004 BAC Craft Award for Best Plaster Project for its work on the Wells-Babcock Home (see the feature, "The Different Faces of Mold," W & C, August 2004).

Bella Kimmel.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2005... Bella Kimmel, 94, died Jan. 9, 2005. She was the wife and partner of the late Nathan Kimmel. She will be deeply missed by her family, which includes her four children and their respective spouses: Gerald Kimmel, Carol Schary, Joan Gover, and...

Spackle.(Cartoon)
March 1, 2005... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Correction.(Correction Notice)
March 1, 2005... The Web site for Raycraft Inc. in the Product & Literature Showcase (W & C, Dec. 04, page 77) was listed incorrectly. The correct Web address is www.raycraftinc.com. We regret the error.

Need reprints?
March 1, 2005... Have you or your company been featured in a recent issue of W & C? Reprints can be a single sheet or multiple pages. They are available in color or black and white in quantities of 500 or more. Remember, you can use these reprints to...

18-volt nailer/stapler.(product FOCUS on Fasteners/Fastening Tools)
March 1, 2005... RYOBI The company's One+ System of 18-volt power tools is introducing a nailer/stapler, Model P300. Designed for fastening tasks that require brad nailing or stapling, the two-in-one nailer/stapler lets users do twice as many projects,...

Fastener coating technology.(product FOCUS on Fasteners/Fastening Tools)
March 1, 2005... STANLEY-BOSTITCH The Thickcoat Galvanization, a new line of fasteners, is specifically designed to protect against today's more corrosive pressure treated lumber with alkaline copper quaternary. This fastener coating technology uses an...

Staplers.(product FOCUS on Fasteners/Fastening Tools)
March 1, 2005... SENCO The company offers three new staplers. The PW200 is capable of driving 16-gauge, 1-inch wide-crown staples up to 2 inches in length. The PW150R has a fastener range of 3/4 to 11/2 inch and the PW150 is ideal for attaching corrugated...

Fastening tools.(product FOCUS on Fasteners/Fastening Tools)
March 1, 2005... RIDGID The new company pneumatic tools are a 31/2-inch clipped head framing nailer, 31/2-inch round head framing nailer, 16-gauge straight finish nailer, 15-gauge angled finish nailer, roofing coil nailer, 18-gauge brad nailer and 18-gauge...

Gas-fired tool.(product FOCUS on Fasteners/Fastening Tools)
March 1, 2005... POWERS FASTENERS The smaller-sized version of the Powers Trak-It tool holds a conveniently sized 20-pin magazine and features an easy-latched opening at the nose for accessing the pin track without disassembling the tool. The Short-Trak...

Multi-purpose fastener.(product FOCUS on Fasteners/Fastening Tools)
March 1, 2005... TRIANGLE FASTENER CORP. The MP14 fastener can be fastened into metal, wood or concrete. It is engineered as a true multi-purpose fastener and offers strong performance in diverse applications. It can be used instead of self-drilling...

Autofeed screw system.(product FOCUS on Fasteners/Fastening Tools)
March 1, 2005... PAM FASTENING TECHNOLOGY The P13KUE autofeed screw system comes with a removable universal extension that provides the flexibility of a two-in-one unit. Besides using the unit as a standard shorter length tool to screw 1- to 3-inch screws,...

Gas-driven fastening system.(product FOCUS on Fasteners/Fastening Tools)
March 1, 2005... HILTI The GX 100 system, including the GX 100 tool, gas can and full line of fasteners features repetitive fastening on standard, aging or hard concrete, concrete block and steel with ease and remarkable speed while achieving fastening...

Kernels of truth: many homeowners find acoustic textured ceilings to be dated--the opportunity exists for contractors to restore the ceilings to a clean slate.
March 1, 2005... Last year was the fourth consecutive record year for existing home sales, according to the National Association of Realtors. If historic patterns hold true, remodeling in the next few years should peak as these new homeowners tailor their...

Beyond thunder, Dome: cover-story alumni the Dome Home revisited for an update on battling one of the most vicious hurricanes to hit the coast in decades.
March 1, 2005... As featured in the November 2003 issue of Walls & Ceilings, ("Rock it Like a Hurricane"), the Dome Home was constructed primarily to combat the extreme weather conditions of the Gulf Coast. Built to withstand the elements, the structure also...

X-Crack[TM]: eliminates ceiling cracks and straightens uneven framing.... guaranteed forever!
March 1, 2005... NO CRACKS X-Crack[TM] eliminates all cracks in drywall off angles and inside 90-degree corners in flat ceiling areas. This patented product holds drywall joints stationary while allowing structural movement of framing members. STRAIGHTENS...

2005 Convention Companion.
March 1, 2005... The 2005 calendar boasts an even greater roster of trade shows than previous years. As usual, each of these shows will present its unique display of exhibitions, seminars, workshops and award programs for the wall and ceiling industry. Whether...

W & C 2005 trade show directory.
March 1, 2005... A-1 Plank 500 Commerce Pkwy., Hays, KS 67601 (785) 625-7510 Fax: (785) 625-8452 sales@a1scaffold.com www.a1scaffold.com Your complete source for quality scaffold, shoring and access equipment. We have what you need. ...

Casa del Amor: building homes and hope south of the border for the Habitat for Humanity International 2004 Jimmy Carter Work Project is its own reward.
March 1, 2005... Every year since 1984, Former President and Nobel laureate Jimmy Carter is joined by a few thousand of his closest friends to construct homes in partnership with people in need of a simple, decent place to live. Carter and his wife, Rosalynn,...

Face to face: John Gibson; John Gibson is successful as the result of decades in the lath and plaster trade. His company, J.C. Gibson Plastering Co., of Orlando, is entering its 23rd year of business. He sat down with Walls & Ceilings to share his success story and observations of the industry during the past two decades.
March 1, 2005... Walls & Ceilings: John, give us a brief background of your company's history. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] John Gibson: I started Gibson Plastering, August 1982. The first two years I had a small crew of eight mechanics and did residential...

Out of the past: plasterer thrives on natural skill and sage wisdom.
March 1, 2005... The Green family was pretty clear on what they were going to do: a new kitchen with an open plan... that would require their plaster kitchen ceiling and its texture to match the existing living room plaster ceiling. They quickly learned the...

Castle's radical renovation.(the PLASTER man)
March 1, 2005... Before we discuss the main topic this month, I wanted to say it was great meeting many of you at the World of Concrete show in Las Vegas. It was especially nice to have my mom along for the show and to see the new tools that many companies had...

Follow the money.(the FINISH LINE)
March 1, 2005... "Money... share it fairly, but don't take a slice of my pie..." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] So wrote Roger Waters, one of the geniuses behind Pink Floyd, in the song "Money," from the epic album "The Dark Side...

Manage moisture and water vapor in gypsum board construction.(all things GYPSUM)
March 1, 2005... One of gypsum board's properties is that it allows water vapor to pass through--it has a permeance of 24 to 35 perms. Contrast that with a vapor retarder, which, by definition, has a permeance of one perm. One of the physical properties of...

Second look (Part one).(the GREEN thumb)
March 1, 2005... In part three (Walls & Ceilings, October 2004) of the recently concluded seven-part series "Let's Get More Familiar," we discussed, in general, the recent ban on chromated copper arsenate as a preservative treatment for building lumber. We saw...

Wise guy.(all in AGREEMENT)
March 1, 2005... My friend Ken's recipe for a successful marriage is, "You got to do what you did to get her." Could this principle be applied to business relationships? Men are like chameleons when it comes to women. When a man meets a woman of great...

Toxic mold hysteria.(smart BUSINESS)
March 1, 2005... Frankenstein, Dracula and the Bogeyman don't scare anyone in our enlightened 21st century. The blood-curdling monsters of today bear names like Stachybotrys, Aspergillus, Chaetomium and Pennicillium. Don't worry about pronouncing them. They go...

A perfect day in the life of a finisher.(adventures in DRYWALL)
March 1, 2005... Today is a good day. As I watch the winter wind swirl tendrils of snow into the path of the awakening sun, I take comfort in knowing the mud I am about to mix has been sitting in a properly heated environment all night. A dumpster sitting...

Truck boxes.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... KNAACK MANUFACTURING CO. The Weather Guard Diamond Tread Aluminum Truck Boxes are a new line that includes 38 SKUs with the option of either clear or black Armor-Tuf powder coat finish. These boxes feature extreme protection lock, which...

Perimeter trim system.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... ARMSTRONG WORLD INDUSTRIES INC. The Axiom Vector and Knife Edge Axiom Vector are designed to coordinate with the company's Vector ceiling panels, which produce a 1/4-inch reveal that minimizes the visible grid and creates a ceiling that is...

Lithium battery.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... MILWAUKEE ELECTRIC TOOL CORP. The V28 lithium 28-volt battery delivers increased power and up to twice the run time of traditional 18-volt models. The battery is lithium ion. A built-in fuel gauge tells users how much run time is available,...

Contractor safety kit.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... FOMO PRODUCTS INC. The Handi-Foam Contractor Safety Kit is a complete collection of personal protective equipment. By supporting a turn-key capability with this safety kit, application technicians have everything they need to begin...

Cartoon collection.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... ECW PRESS Walls & Ceilings' Spackle artist Dave Coverly has released a new book, "Speed Bump: Cartoons for Idea People." It's jam-packed not only with cartoons but with an introduction by the author, short write-ups to introduce each...

Plaster architectural details.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... WASSMER STUDIOS Wassmer Studios has been creating plaster architectural details of incomparable quality since 1987. Cornice and panel moldings, ceiling centers, corbels or brackets and niches. Residential and commercial are available. The...

Mold preventative.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... FOSTER The Foster 42-42 Mold Resistant Sealer is a low-viscosity sealer containing fungistatic agents that provide long-term resistance to the growth of mold or mildew on its surface. It can be used on trusses, wood studs, drywall,...

Sandpaper color-coded line.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... BOSCH The Professional Sandpaper Line includes belts, discs, detail and sheets color-coded specifically for paint, wood and metal applications. The first step to any sanding task is to understand the material being sanded--paint,...

Three-in-one bonder.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... PHENOSEAL The Vinyl Adhesive Caulk can caulk, seal and bond a wide variety of materials. It formula offers durability and strength for projects indoors and out. The adhesive caulk works well for most jobs, among them sealing around tubs...

Backsplash.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... CREATIVE CEILINGS The E-Z Backsplash is made of thermoplastic and is easy to install. The panels are 18 inch by 24 inch. The product is available in 10 different colors. The products look like tin but are available without the cost and...

Portable hoists.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... BETA MAX INC. The Scorpio Plus and Plus XL Portable Hoists are portable, flexible and strong enough to withstand the job site environment. It has a lifting capacity of 400 pounds and can travel up to 160 feet high, while the Scorpio Plus...

Non-metallic stucco lath.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... DEGUSSA WALL SYSTEMS The PermaLath reinforcement for cement plaster (stucco) wall systems is a patent-pending, non-metallic lath reinforcement that is an alternative to metal lath and stucco netting. It was designed specifically for use in...

Tradesmen carrying bag.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... PAINTING CONTRACTORS INC. The Carryer is a breathable mid-size, compact organization system and is ideal for keeping hand tools and accessories in great shape and order. Like the original TradeGripp, the bag was invented by and for the...

Bazooka taper.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... AMES TAPING TOOL SYSTEMS INC. In lieu of celebrating its 50 anniversary, the company is issuing a new Bazooka taper. Its features include a lengthened control tube with flanges that make tape cuts on high walls and ceilings easier, while...

Interior door.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... SIGNAMARK Part of the Legacy Series, the Brilliance door's engineered-dowel construction ensures strength in the joints and extra dense hardwoods that provide longevity and sound insulation. Its multi-piece center lit is, made of hand-cut...

Chandelier lift.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... ARCHITECTURAL PRODUCTS BY OUTWATER LLC The Chandelier Light Lift is operated via a special key switch, which can be installed wherever convenient. Releasing the key stops at the chandelier at any height chosen. Available in two standard...

Mold- and mildew-resistant wallboard.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... G-P GYPSUM The DensArmor Plus is an enhanced moisture- and mildew-resistant paperless interior wallboard. The panels feature a glass mat facing that finishes like paper-faced wallboard. The core of the product is also reinforced with...

Basement door.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... BILCO The Ultra Series Basement Door was developed using 3-D computer modeling and stress analysis to ensure product strength. The door features powder-coated steel hardware and low-maintenance high-density polyethylene construction that...

Scaffold toolbox.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... B & S MANUFACTURING LLC The Scaffoldmate is designed to fit on most 4-foot fold up scaffolding along with the E-Z Box, which is a spacious box that will hold up to 25 pounds. It is easy to install without the need for tools. The product...

Clip-on watch.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... DULUTH TRADING CO. The GuardDog Watch clips on to a tool or regular belt and closes face first into a durable, 100-percent thermoplastic elastomeric housing that acts like a shock absorber and protects the crystal from getting shattered,...

Sound proof.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2005... QUIET SOLUTION INC. For noise and sound reduction between rooms, one layer of QuietRock 5/8-inch wall panel is equivalent to 8 layers of Type-X gypsum board. A single layer applied to one side only of a single stud wall has a field tested...