Walls & Ceilings articles from March 2009

Walls & Ceilings archives from March 2009

The culture of a company.(up FRONT)
March 1, 2009... My friend Mark Breslin often refers to the culture of the trades and how they need to develop a better culture within their own industry. The culture within a group shapes the group's image, for better or worse. The word "culture" comes from...

Calendar.(Calendar)
March 1, 2009... MARCH 24-28 AWCI'S CONVENTION Nashville, TN www.awci.org 24-28 CISCA'S CONVENTION Nashville www.cisca.org 25 EIMA Nashville Convention Center Nashville ...

Lafarge opens joint compound punt.(TRADE NEWS)
March 1, 2009... Lafarge North America Inc. announces that it has begun operation of its new state-of-the-art joint compound manufacturing plant in Silver Grove, Ky. This fully automated plant is adjacent to the company's Silver Grove gypsum wallboard...

BASF honors pioneers in energy-efficient home building.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2009... On January 21, 2009, BASF presented three industry-leading homebuilders with the first annual BASF Builders' Challenge Award. The awards ceremony, conducted with the U.S. Department of Energy, highlighted the progress made by three builders in...

PAC partners with Opportunity Village.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2009... Shortly after relocating to Nevada, PAC International began utilizing the services of Opportunity Village, a non-profit community rehabilitation organization, to assemble Resilient Sound Isolation Clips. The relocation allowed PAC to grow...

Clinton Initiative and the USGBC expand partnership.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2009... The Clinton Climate Initiative and the U.S. Green Building Council expanded their partnership to radically reduce CO2 and other greenhouse gas emissions from the built environment on a global scale, with an initial focus on accelerating efforts...

AGC says stimulus act will secure almost 2 million jobs.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2009... The more than $135 billion in construction and infrastructure investments included in stimulus legislation signed into law Feb. 16 by President Obama will create or save nearly two million jobs over the next two years, the Associated General...

Midwest Snips manufacturer's reps for Northwest market.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2009... Midwest Tool And Cutlery Co. announced the appointment of Tucker-Weitzel & Associates as the Midwest Snips manufacturer's representative for the industrial market in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and Alaska. Founded in 1990 and...

Miami Mayor receives 2009 AFA Keystone Award.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2009... The American Architectural Foundation presented its 2009 Keystone Award to U.S. Conference of Mayors President Miami Mayor Manuel A. Diaz at the 20th Annual Accent on Architecture Gala in Washington D.C. on February 6. AAF presents the...

Master Wall introduces new logo.(TRADENEWS)
March 1, 2009... Master Wall is continuing our theme, "Building a Culture of Excellence" with a new logo and new look. After 20 years of manufacturing quality EIFS, stucco and elastomeric finishes, the company has "freshened" its look while maintaining its...

Spackle.(TRADENEWS)(Cartoon)
March 1, 2009... "LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION", I SAID, BUT NOOOO... Tabby [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

JLG Industries.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2009... JLG Industries has announced that Donald F. Roy has been appointed to the role of senior vice president, manufacturing. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Builder and developer Joe Robson, of Tulsa, Okla., was elected as the 2009 Chairman of the Board of the National Association of Home Builders.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2009... Builder and developer Joe Robson, of Tulsa, Okla., was elected as the 2009 Chairman of the Board of the National Association of Home Builders. Active in the Tulsa area for more than 25 years, he is the founder and president of The Robson...

Multiquip's general construction equipment.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2009... Mike Howlett has been appointed as the new president of the Multiquip's General Construction Equipment internal division. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Allied Building Products Corp.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2009... Allied Building Products Corp. announced Bob Feury, Jr. as its new chief executive officer, succeeding Michael Lynch.

The American Shotcrete Association.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2009... The American Shotcrete Association announced the appointment of Chris J. Darnell as the new executive director of the organization.

Serious Materials.(PEOPLE)
March 1, 2009... Serious Materials announced the appointment of Daniel Boss as vice president of engineering.

Founder of Spray King Manufacturing dies.(OBITUARY)
March 1, 2009... Donald Ray Presson, 77, the founder and president of Spray King Manufacturing Inc. of Fresno, Calif., died Jan, 29 after a long illness. He was born March 17, 1931. Presson started building spray machines in his backyard in 1957, and later...

Enhanced EPS insulation.(Green Products)
March 1, 2009... BASF POLYURETHANE FOAM ENTERPRISES LLC The company's Neopor is a rigid EPS insulation enhanced with tiny graphite particles, which act as infrared absorbers and heat reflectors lowering the material's thermal conductivity, according to the...

High-performance EPS panels.(Green Products)
March 1, 2009... GREEN-SOURCE PRODUCTS LLC The High Performance Green Building System is an efficient, state-of-the-art, fully engineered, structural, load-bearing building system comprised of tubular galvanized steel and EPS as a rigid insulation...

Zero VOC interior/exterior primer.(Green Products)
March 1, 2009... MASTERCHEM INDUSTRIES Kilz Clean Start primer is a zero volatile organic compound, high performance interior/exterior water-based primer, sealer and stainblocker, is ideal for at-home paint enthusiasts and professionals. The zero VOC and...

Eco-friendly compound.(Green Products)
March 1, 2009... THE GREEN GLUE CO. The company's showcase product is a cost-effective, easy-to-use noise-proofing solution ideal for use in the construction and renovation of single and multi-family homes, commercial properties and hotels, home theaters...

Renewable acoustical ceiling.(Green Products)
March 1, 2009... ARMSTRONG CEILINGS The company's Tierra is a renewable acoustical ceiling that features a BioAcoustic substrate made from jute, a natural fiber that grows from seed to harvest in ninety days. Installation of the new panels in a...

Eliminate the "itch factor": Western North Carolina builders utilize exterior sheathing near historic Biltmore.
March 1, 2009... In the scenic mountain town of Asheville, N.C., the Biltmore Park Town Square is a mixed-use community that boasts a number of "firsts"--not only for the local region but also for the building industry and even the entire country. It's the...

The importance of being weather resistant: the incorporation of barriers and flashing to exterior wall assemblies can significantly reduce moisture intrusion.
March 1, 2009... Beyond apparent aesthetic features, a building's exterior is primarily a weather harrier, where cladding serves as the first line of defense in protecting occupants from the outdoor elements. Unfortunately, no matter how rightly the cladding is...

2009 convention companion guide.
March 1, 2009... This year's Walls & Ceilings Convention Companion lists an expanding roster of trade shows serving our industry. As usual, each of these shows will present its own unique display of exhibitions, seminars, workshops and award ceremonies. Whether...

Gypsum roof underlayment redux.(all things GYPSUM)
March 1, 2009... We first ran this column in the November 2004 issue of Walls & Ceilings. Since then, the Gypsum Association has conducted an ongoing public relations campaign designed to broaden awareness of gypsum area separation walls and gypsum roof...

EIFS: ready for DIY?(the FINISH LINE)
March 1, 2009... Several times a year, I get inquiries from companies that want to enter the EIFS business. Sometimes, it's a big company wanting to set up a new division and it has the resources to do so. In other cases, it's some small group with an idea,...

Stimulus package.(all in AGREEMENT)
March 1, 2009... Is doing "bad" good or bad? Are you one of the many people I've talked to who are wondering why "big companies who do bad get bailed out?" I don't think those of you in business will see a wall and ceiling stimulus or bail-out plan any time...

Five ways to destroy a business.(smart BUSINESS)
March 1, 2009... I'm sure many of you are familiar with the tongue-in-cheek Darwin Awards (www.darwinawards.com), since the selection of annual winners seems to be among the most forwarded e-mails on the Internet. These awards are named after the father of...

In need of a (guilt-free) vacation.(straight GREEN)
March 1, 2009... This winter has been particularly unkind to us here in the Northwest. When it snows in Seattle, the place pretty much shuts down. We got hammered with more snow than many have ever experienced and it lingered for days and days. A vacation to...

A breakthrough or the bucket.(industry VOICES)
March 1, 2009... The time has come for labor and management to get real. Across this country, union construction has lost some market share and still some contractors yawn and some business managers just count votes. As a partial cure and strategy, I would like...

House of mud.(TROWEL talk)
March 1, 2009... "Some men must follow, and some command, though all are made of clay" ~ HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW One of the very best things about my job as the director of a national training program, and a part-time columnist for Walls & Ceilings...

Interior coatings line.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2009... INPRO The company has expanded its interior protection products with Armorwall Interior Coatings, a line of durable paints and primers. The new line is available in two levels of durability: Armorwall 2500 is 16 times more durable than...

Durable saw blade.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2009... FINAL CUT The Saw Blade's patented design is ideal for woodworkers, carpenters, cabinetmakers, contractors and the serious do-it-yourselfer. The 10-inch, 40-tooth blade features sanding discs on each side of the blade that allow it to cut...

Orbit Sander.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2009... MAKITA The new 5-inch Random Orbit Sander (model B05030K) features 12,000 OPM and large 1/8 inch random orbit action for fast and smooth sanding, as well as a rubberized palm grip for better control. It is ideal for wood workers and finish...

Ceiling Fastening System.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2009... HILTI The Hilti DX 351-CT Ceiling Fastening System is for installation of ceiling panels and electrical fixtures. The tool features a slim, compact design, which ensures accessibility in tight areas, and a coaxial trigger design that makes...

Basement pre-finishing and waterproofing systems.(the TOOLBOX)
March 1, 2009... EMECOLE The company provides complete basement systems for concrete crack repair, pre-finishing and waterproofing, primary and backup pumps, crawlspace sealing, carbon fiber structural repair, anti-radon and water vapor sealing, and...

Up looking.
March 1, 2009... Location: Bartle Hall Ballroom Expansion, Kansas City Mo. Designed by four Kansas City-based architecture firms: HNTB, BNIM Architects, International Architects Atelier, and Junk Architects Contractor: E&K of Kansas City ...