Walls & Ceilings articles from March 2008

Walls & Ceilings archives from March 2008

The season of the 'Big Three': we all know March madness with the final four, but have you ever heard of the Big Three? You have probably been exposed to it without even knowing it, and the season is here.(up FRONT)
March 1, 2008... 1. Education 2. Networking 3. Having Fun These are the goals of any annual convention and trade show. The staff that plans and organizes these conventions are well aware of the Big Three. I know first-hand, because for over 13...

Calendar.(Calendar)
March 1, 2008... APRIL 24-26 NWCB La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad, Calif. www.nwcb.org MAY 15-17 AIA Boston www.aia.org 20-22 GREEN WEST Los Angeles...

IBS ENERGY STAR home again features concrete walls.(INDUSTRY WIRE)
March 1, 2008... The 6,725 square-foot " New American Home" on display at the International Builders' Show in February was the first home to be certified by the National Home Builders Association's National Green Building Program. For five years the IBS...

EIMA investigates Monte Carlo Casino fire in Las Vegas.(TRADE NEWS)
March 1, 2008... On Feb. 1 the EIFS Industry Members Association (EIMA) issued a statement regarding the fire at the Monte Carlo Casino in Las Vegas. Here is the text of that statement: On Friday, Jan. 25, a fire at the Monte Carlo Casino in Las Vegas...

Universal Forest Products chooses Hexion adhesive.(TRADE NEWS)
March 1, 2008... Universal Forest Products, a multi-billion dollar publicly traded supplier of manufactured wood products, has specified HexiTherm Adhesives for its Open Joist series of products. The announcement was made by Hexion Specialty Chemicals Inc....

Centria gets $300,000 in U.S. funds for research.(TRADE NEWS)
March 1, 2008... CENTRIA, a supplier of architectural metal wall and roofing systems based in Pittsburgh, Pa., has received $300,000 from the federal government to assist in the development of integrated photovoltaic solar building panels. The funds are part of...

USGBC spending $2m for 'green' research.(TRADE NEWS)
March 1, 2008... The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) had doubled its spending for "green" building research grants for 2008, to $2 million. Of the additional $1 million in grants, $500,000 has been allocated for K-12 school facility research related to...

Concrete group sponsors award for 'green' leaders.(TRADE NEWS)
March 1, 2008... An awards contest to recognize public officials who take the lead in "green" building has been established by the Portland Cement Association. The annual Sustainable Leadership Awards will target leaders who advance sustainable development in...

3 BASF concrete projects honored in ICRI contest.(TRADE NEWS)
March 1, 2008... The Building Systems business of BASF Construction Chemicals was recently honored by the International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI) for its contributions as a material supplier/manufacturer on three separate projects in 2007. ICRI...

New publication helps in steel framing evaluation.(TRADE NEWS)
March 1, 2008... The Steel Framing Alliance (SFA) has released the first TechSpec on "Cold-Formed Steel Framing," a document the Washington, D.C.-based market development group says is an excellent resource for any builder considering making the switch to...

Home fires outnumber incidents in public buildings.(TRADE NEWS)
March 1, 2008... A nationwide survey conducted by the Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE) reveals that 79 percent of Americans feel safer from fires at home than in a public building with an additional 9 percent feeling equally safe in both locations....

Spackle.(Cartoon)
March 1, 2008... WE TORE UP THE STONE, AND THERE WAS THIS BEAUTIFUL HARDWOOD FLOOR UNDERNEATH! [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Atlantis complex is comprised of two separate projects.(CORRECTION)(Correction notice)
March 1, 2008... The cover of W&C's January issue and several photos accompanying the feature article "Making EIFS Look Easy" were of the Royal Towers of the Atlantis Hotel and Casino on Paradise Island in the Bahamas. The EIFS on these two towers was...

Georgia-Pacific LLC.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2008... Georgia-Pacific LLC's president of its gypsum division Dave Fleiner, retired on Feb. 29, ending a 37-year career with the Atlanta, Ga.-based company. Brent Paugh, former vice president of sales for gypsum, has been named president, with...

Lawrence Novak.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2008... The Portland Cement Association has appointed Lawrence Novak SE, SECB, LEED AP, as manager, buildings and special structures. Novak brings to PCA more than 20 years of experience as a structural engineer on some of the world's most prominent...

Chris Little.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2008... Chris Little has been appointed Product Manager for AMICO Building Products, based in Birmingham, Ala. He reports to Vice President of Sales and Marketing Michael Scott. He was previously an outside sales representative for AMICO covering the...

Steven Leach.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2008... Dryvit Systems Inc. has named Steven Leach Midwest Regional Sales Manager. Leach has spent most of his career working in the sealant industry, most recently with S&S Panel Sales in Illinois, where he was responsible for the sales and service of...

Michael Schaeper.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2008... Ames Taping Tool Systems Inc., a leading provider of automatic taping and finishing tools, has named Michael Schaeper as the company's new President & Chief Executive Officer. Schaeper brings to Ames more than 20 years of senior executive...

Powers Fasteners Inc.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2008... Powers Fasteners Inc., a domestic manufacturer of concrete anchoring systems in Brewster, N.Y., has expanded its engineering staff with the appointments of Kent Carlson and Annemarie Fleming as Field Technical Service Managers for the Western...

Fred Goodwin.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2008... The Building Systems business of BASF Construction Chemicals in Shakopee, Minn., has promoted Fred Goodwin to the position of Scientist V. In this role, he will be responsible for initiating and managing programs of industry leadership value...

Don Pilz.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2008... CEMCO in Los Angeles, Calif., has named Don Pilz to the position of product manager for the Water Management line. He has 22 years of experience in the cold-formed steel industry and was a consultant to the company previously.

Decorative door grilles.(Windows & Doors)
March 1, 2008... JELD-WEN WINDOWS AND DOORS Each door features a single light with a decorative grille. The grilles are set on hinges that can be opened easily to clean the glass. The Decorative Metal Grille Collection was developed with safety in mind, as...

Curved trim boards.(Windows & Doors)
March 1, 2008... FEN-TECH, INC. These new curved trim boards for interior and exterior applications are made from cellular PVC and composite extrusions, offering the consumer and builder a maintenance-free option. They are available in WM180 Brickmould and...

Vinyl windows.(Windows & Doors)
March 1, 2008... SIMONTON WINDOWS This new addition to the ProFinish new construction product line is ENERGY STAR qualified and standard features are Low E/Argon and 7/8-inch IGU. Intended for high-end new construction projects, the Brickmould 600 windows...

Vinyl window sills.(Windows & Doors)
March 1, 2008... SILL-RITE These prefabricated and finished sills are designed to help protect the window sill area from damage caused by moisture, condensation and leaks. The low-maintenance Sill-Rite PVC sill resists water, mold, stains and warping. Each...

Entry door line.(Windows & Doors)
March 1, 2008... PEACHTREE DOORS & WINDOWS This new line includes three collections in fiberglass panels, expanded steel panel models, and eight unique decorative glass designs. All of the new entry doors are available with Peachtree's continuous head,...

Energy-efficient windows.(Windows & Doors)
March 1, 2008... WEATHER SHIELD WINDOWS & DOORS ProShield windows have a Zo-e-shield 5 glazing system that provides more energy efficiency by offering protection from heat loss and fading from UV rays. The windows feature two panes of glass with a...

Operable decorative windows.(Windows & Doors)
March 1, 2008... HY-LITE These windows are designed for builders and remodelers looking to add a decorative glass window to a project without sacrificing ventilation. The hinge and latch hardware allow both casement and awning windows to open to allow...

Hinged doors.(Windows & Doors)
March 1, 2008... VISIONS WINDOWS & DOORS The Visions 3000 line of hinged doors accommodates any opening in style. Aluminum stiffeners in each door panel are designed to provide structural integrity, rigidity and security. The all-vinyl sill has an internal...

Window screen.(Windows & Doors)
March 1, 2008... PELLA CORP. Rolscreen, a patented insect screen, rolls up like a shade on windows and screen doors, and sideways on sliding patio doors to truly integrate with the design and performance of a window, patio door or storm door. The screen...

Window grilles.(Windows & Doors)
March 1, 2008... SILVER LINE WINDOWS The Simulated Divided Lites are grilles that are permanently adhered to the outside of the glass on both sides. A spacer bar installed between the glass creates the appearance of authentic divided lites and adds depth...

Decorative glass for doors.(Windows & Doors)
March 1, 2008... THERMA-TRU The Element design uses marble-like white glass with accents of red and strong lines of black nickel caming. This handcrafted glass was designed to lend a decorative touch to Therma-Tru's Smooth-Star fiberglass, ProEdge,...

Learning to 'butter' makes bread: unique finishing technique offers more selection for customers.
March 1, 2008... Two years ago, our family-owned drywall company received a phone call from a local, well-known homebuilder who needed a reliable and respected replacement for his recently-departed drywall subcontractor. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Once the...

Classical plaster designs: learning historic preservation techniques presents new opportunities for contractors.
March 1, 2008... Like so many of the skilled tradesmen who read Walls & Ceilings, my family has a deep tradition in the plastering industry. And like so many of the readers, I learned much of what I know from my father and I will be forever grateful for the...

Big leaks in small spaces: water leakage in "forgotten spaces" is often caused by poor coordination and planning among designers and contractors.
March 1, 2008... Water leakage through building walls continues to be the single largest cause for construction litigation in new buildings. Litigation is all too often a long tedious, expensive and unpredictable venture for owners and building managers. The...

Quest for insurance: good coverage is available for contractors who take time to search for brokers with expertise in the industry.
March 1, 2008... Consider an artisan contractor with a spotless claims record and longevity with his insurance carrier. As his insurance renewal approaches, he receives notification that a major portion of the work his company does is now to be excluded....

CONEXPO-CON/AGG.(2008 Convention Companion)
March 1, 2008... This year's Walls and Ceilings Convention Companion lists an expanding roster of trade shows serving our industry. Especially noteworthy is the growth of shows tailored toward the "green" movement that is changing construction practices...

AWCI annual convention.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... March 23-27, Paris Hotel, Las Vegas The 2008 annual convention of the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI), March 23-27 at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, will focus on education and networking--the elements that all attendees...

CISCA annual convention.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... March 24-28, Paris Hotel, Las Vegas Attendees at the annual Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction Association (CISCA) Convention will have the opportunity to network in a social environment at Paris/Bally's Hotels in Las Vegas, March...

INTEX Expo.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... March 26-27, Paris/Bally's Hotels, Las Vegas In conjunction with the annual conventions of the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI) and the Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction Association (CISCA), the INTEX Expo, the...

Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau's Annual Convention & Trade Show.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... April 24-26, La Costa Resort & Spa, Carlsbad, Calif. The Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau's Annual Convention & Trade Show will be held April 24-26, at La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, Calif. The theme of this year's event is "Bridging...

AIA National Convention and Design Exposition.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... May 15-17, Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, Boston The American Institute of Architects' (AIA) 2008 National Convention and Design Exposition will be held May 15-17, at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. This year's theme,...

Green West Expo.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... May 20-22, Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles As a new conference this year, the Green West Expo will take place May 20-22, at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles. Commenting on the launch, Diane O'Connor, president...

CONSTRUCT2008 (CSI).(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... June 3-6, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas The Construction Specifications Institute's trade show is now CONSTRUCT. The event will be held in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Educational programs are offered June 3-6, and...

PCBC.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... June 24-27, Moscone Center, San Francisco Registration is now open for PCBC, the largest West Coast builders' tradeshow, which will be held June 24-27 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. This year, 25,000 people are expected to attend....

FWCCA.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... July 10-13, Marco Island Marriott, Marco Island, Fla The Southeastern Wall & Ceiling Annual Convention & Trade Show Exhibition will be held July 10 to 13 at the Marco Island Marriott, Marco Island, Fla. The trade show dates are July 11 and...

Scaffold Industry Association.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... July 20-26, Denver Convention Center, Denver The Scaffold Industry Association will hold its 36th Annual Convention and Exposition in Denver July 20-26 at the Denver Convention Center. This event attracts local, regional, national and...

Why did three companies join forces to battle Mother Nature?
March 1, 2008... How many companies offer a complete wall system with these credentials? Super Stud Building Products, a steel stud manufacturer in business from 1973 had the foresight to bring Fro Mar, Dragon Board and Energex Wall Systems under one...

The Remodeling Show.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)(Conference news)
March 1, 2008... Sept. 10-12, Baltimore convention center, Baltimore The Remodeling Show will return to Baltimore Sept. 10-12, and offer more than 80 courses in 8 learning tracks taught by industry veterans and experts. Conference sessions will begin on...

ICAA Annual Convention and Trade Show.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... Sept. 25-27, Denver Marriott City Center, Denver The annual Insulation Contractors Association of America Convention and Trade Show will be held at the Denver Marriott City Center Sept. 25-27. It is the only national meeting for insulators....

ICFA 2008 Meeting and Expo.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... Sept. 29 - Oct. 1, Doubletree Hotel Lloyd Center, Portland, Ore. The Insulating Concrete Forms Association's 2008 Meeting and Expo will be held Sept. 29 through Oct. 1 at the Doubletree Hotel Lloyd Center in Portland, Ore. This year's event...

METALCON International.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... Oct. 1-3, Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore After a stunning 2007 performance in Las Vegas, METALCON International heads to the East Coast this year to the Baltimore Convention Center, Oct. 1-3. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This...

Green East Expo.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... Oct. 21-23, Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York Debuting as an all-category trade show for the green market in the eastern U.S. and companion to the Green West Expo, Green East will take place Oct. 21-23, at the Jacob K. Javits...

STAFDA.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... November 9-11, Colorado Convention Center, Denver Plans are under way for the Specialty Tools & Fasteners Distributors Association's 2008 Annual Convention & Trade Show, Nov. 9-11 in Denver. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] As of press...

USGBC Greenbuild Conference & Expo.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)(Conference news)
March 1, 2008... November 19-21, Boston Convention Center, Boston Boston, the historic cradle of the American Revolution and home to innovations that have far-reaching impact, is the perfect place to celebrate Greenbuild 2008's theme, "Revolutionary Green:...

International Builders' Show 2009.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... Jan 20-23, 2009 Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas More than 90,000 housing professionals gathered in Orlando in February for the 2008 International Builders' Show, sponsored by the National Association of Home Builders. This year's...

World of Concrete 2009.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... Feb. 3-6, 2009, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas More than 84,000 professionals from around the world attended World of Concrete 2008 in Las Vegas, Jan. 22-25. With 1,700 exhibiting companies filling 900,000 square feet of space, it...

PACE 2009 - The Paint and Coatings Expo.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)(Company overview)
March 1, 2008... Feb. 15-18, 2009, Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, La. Plans are already underway for the 2009 Paint and Coatings Mega Show, which will run Feb. 15-18, 2009 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. This...

EIMA 2008.(2008 CONVENTION COMPANION)
March 1, 2008... The EIFS Industry Members Association (EIMA) has yet to set a date or location for this year's conference, although a November date is expected. Check www.eima.com or call (800) 294-3462 for updates. If you read this article, please circle...

Texas lathing and plastering contractors association.(Regional Associations)
March 1, 2008... Plans are still in the works for the 2008 TLPCA convention which will be held June 11-14 at The Omni Corpus Christi Hotel in Corpus Christi, Texas. Check www.tlpca.org or call (817) 461-0676 for updates on the conference. If you read this...

National one coat stucco association.(Regional Associations)
March 1, 2008... Organizers are still planning this year's NOCSA show and expect to have the event finalized in the coming months. For updates visit www.nocsa.org or call (817) 461-3351. If you read this article, please circle number 396.

The electronic gypsum library.(all things GYPSUM)
March 1, 2008... The Gypsum Association serves several functions to the construction industry, including participating in standards development and building codes, developing mine and plant safety procedures and training, and playing an important role in the...

Mistakes can kill your business.(smart BUSINESS)
March 1, 2008... The craft work you do requires paying attention to hundreds of little details. Nobody's perfect, but competent contracting companies make relatively few mistakes when it comes to working with the tools of their trade. What's more likely to go...

What does the mesh do?(the FINISH LINE)
March 1, 2008... You'll love this. I once had this funny story told to me. It's about the "need" to use reinforcing mesh in EIFS base coats. It goes like this: In an effort to get his price down in the competitive residential market, a GC added a note to...

Dial 'S' for sustainability--part two.(the GREEN thumb)
March 1, 2008... Last time we began this discussion of the full meaning behind the term "Sustainable." We saw that there is indeed a significant difference between terms such as "Green" and/or "Environmentally Preferable/Responsible" and "Sustainable." This...

Can you hear me now?(all in AGREEMENT)
March 1, 2008... The history of the American telephone and telegraph (AT&T), for the most part, is the history of the telephone in the united states. AT&T's roots go back to founder Alexander Graham Bell's invention of the telephone in 1875. During the 19th...

How to give safety talks to Latinos.(success with HISPANICS)
March 1, 2008... Company leaders consistently tell me that their Number One priority is safety. Unfortunately, safety talks to Latinos very frequently fall short of the level of importance and priority we affirm. There are three key concepts that point the way...

A tale of two contractors.(TROWEL talk)(Interview)
March 1, 2008... The wall and ceiling industry has long been divided between contractors who have a relationship with a labor union and those who do not. Since the early 1980s the percentage of the construction industry that has been dominated by unionized...

Attaching steel studs.(cracking THE CODE)
March 1, 2008... Q: I have a project where a city inspector has insisted we screw attach the metal studs and tracks on both sides of the track. We have traditionally installed screws on one side. The inspector has said the new code requires each side of the...

Pry bar system.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2008... ARTILLERY TOOLS This product is designed to speed demolition time in the construction industry with its combinations of interchangeable blades, handles and fulcrums. The engineered shape of the fulcrum allows for enhanced scraping action...

Industrial alkyd enamel.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2008... KRYLON INDUSTRIAL The Industrial Alkyd Enamel is designed for numerous industrial applications and environments. Engineered for both new construction and industrial maintenance applications, it can be used as a safety and marking enamel,...

Plunge-cut saw.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2008... FESTOOL The TS 75 plunge-cut saw provides users with the precision of a cabinet saw, the functionality of a panel saw and the versatility of a portable circular saw for a single jobsite solution. The included guide rail and splinter guard...

Shop gloves.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2008... IRONCLAD A silicon-fused palm pattern provides a secure grip and dexterity for handling glass or metal and power tools or working in the shop. The glove is breathable and lightweight and features a temperature-regulating fabric pattern for...

Green EPS bonder.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2008... MERLEX STUCCO INC. Poly-Prep Green is a polymer-modified Portland cement base green-building material specifically designed for use as a coating and adhesive for architectural EPS foam shapes. It provides an extremely hard, water-resistant...

Self-adhesive joint tape.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2008... NATIONAL ADHESIVES PRONTO is a new self-adhesive joint tape for professional drywall installation. This joint tape evenly covers factory and butt joints, while eliminating the first coat of joint compound and removing several steps from...

Stone veneer.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2008... OWENS CORNING Cultured Stone Black Rundle Country Ledgestone is a rich blend of dark, smoky hues and areas of striking contrast, designed to offer a replica of the smooth, blocky Rundle Rock of the Canadian Rockies. Cultured Stone products...

Spout wheelbarrow.(the TOOL BOX)
March 1, 2008... AMES TRUE TEMPER The new EZ Pour Spout Wheelbarrow offers a design that allows for accurate and efficient pouring. From concrete to mulch, gravel or soil, the unique pour spout feature is designed to put more material on target in less...

Shop-vac scraper.(the TOOL BOX)
March 1, 2008... ONEIDA AIR SYSTEMS The Ultra Clean Scraper connects to any shop vacuum. It has a contoured finger grip for comfort and a hollow body that sucks in the waste from paint, varnish and other substances when attached to a vacuum source....

Anti-efflorescence additive.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2008... NATIONAL STARCH AND CHEMICAL CO. ELOTEX[R] ERA100 is a powder additive designed to eliminate primary efflorescence in stuccos, tile grouts, skim coats, cement powder paints and other cement-based mortar systems. A highly active, resin-based...

Spray foam insulation system.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2008... BAYSYSTEMS NORTHAMERICA Bayseal energy-efficient spray polyurethane foam insulation system provides a high R-value and is designed to minimize air intrusion, moisture accumulation, radiative heat transfer and air movement. The technology...

Foundation wall angle connection.(the TOOL BOX)
March 1, 2008... SIMPSON STRONG-TIE Designed at the request of engineers and builders, the new Foundation Wall Angle connects the foundation walls to the floor system to resist lateral loads due to soil pressure. This connection addresses design needs set...

Impact driver.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2008... MAKITA U.S.A. INC. This new impact driver is powered by a Makitabuilt motor and can deliver 3,000 impacts per minute in a compact design. With its hinge design, the driver can be used in straight or pistol grip positions. The built-in...

Folding utility knife.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2008... IRWIN The new Folding Utility knife is designed to be easier to use with a quick-change-button feature that makes blade changes 50 percent faster. The knife only allows blades to be changed when the knife is in a 45-degree angle, making it...

Spout cutting tool.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2008... RAPIDPRO MANUFACTURING INC. The Spout Popper is designed to help contractors use and apply caulks, adhesives and sealants with ease and professionalism. It cuts the tube at precisely a 45-degree angle and has a built-in tool to puncture...