Walls & Ceilings articles from May 2007

Walls & Ceilings archives from May 2007

What side of the fence are you on?(up FRONT)
May 1, 2007... I am fortunate. I have been on both sides of the fence. In fact, I have been all over the fence, under it, around it and on top of it. The fence I am talking about is the submittal fence. I have been a subcontractor who read project...

Calendar.(TRADENEWS)(Calendar)
May 1, 2007... MAY 3-5 AIA 2007 NATIONAL CONVENTION AND DESIGN EXPOSITION San Antonio www.aiaconvention.com 10-12 NORTHWEST WALL & CEILING INDUSTRIES 2007 ANNUAL CONVENTION Coeur d'Alene, Idaho www.nwcb.org 30-6/1 PCBC SHOW...

PrimeSource CEO and chairman dies.(INDUSTRY WIRE)
May 1, 2007... Charlie Choi, CEO and chairman of PrimeSource Building Product for nearly a decade, died in late March according to company officials. He had been CEO and chairman since March 1998, when Itochu Building Products purchased PrimeSource. "We...

Eima debuts comprehensive new industry Web site.(TRADENEWS)
May 1, 2007... EIMA, the EIFS Industry Members Association and trade group for the EIFS industry, recently relaunched its web site with a new look, information and resources for the building industry. Found at www.eima.com, this site offers industry news and...

Seven finishing products achieve class a ratings.(TRADENEWS)
May 1, 2007... Faux Effects International, Inc. recently announced that seven products received Class A ratings for both flame spread index and smoke developed index. The products achieving this status are RsCreteTM, O'Villa, Finishing Plaster, PlasterTex,...

Sto Corp introduces quick silver cement board system.(TRADENEWS)
May 1, 2007... Sto Corp., manufacturer of cladding, coating, and restoration systems, has introduced StoQuik Silver Systems, which offers the strength of cement board and the protection of stucco without the numerous installation stages of traditional stucco...

University study shows cellulose insulation treated with Boron kills mold.(TRADENEWS)
May 1, 2007... Cellulose insulation treated with Boron No. 10 restricts the growth of common indoor molds, according to a five-month study conducted at Truman State University in Kirksville, Mo. In the initial phase of the study, which was conducted in...

Economist predicts healthy year for nonresidential building.(TRADENEWS)
May 1, 2007... The rest of 2007 is going to be a "healthy" year for nonresidential construction, according to Ken Simonson, chief economist for The Associated General Contractors of America. In comments following the release of discouraging February...

Allied Tube & Conduit announces new Construction Division.(TRADENEWS)(Company overview)
May 1, 2007... Allied Tube & Conduit, manufacturer of electrical and metal products, has announced the formation of the Allied Tube & Conduit--Construction Division (ACD). The new division was founded to better serve the commercial construction market. ...

Dietrich's UltraSTEEL framing wins key code endorsements.(TRADENEWS)
May 1, 2007... Dietrich Metal Framing recently obtained three key code endorsements for its UltraSTEEL framing product. UltraSTEEL is an internationally patented process that alters the characteristics of the base strip steel, providing higher strength...

Powers Fasteners opens high-tech engineering lab.(TRADENEWS)
May 1, 2007... Powers Fasteners, Inc., a leading domestic manufacturer of concrete anchoring systems, has opened a large state-of-the-art engineering research and testing laboratory at the company's world headquarters building in Brewster, N.Y. The...

ICFA announces second annual Excellence Awards.(TRADENEWS)
May 1, 2007... The Insulating Concrete Form Association is calling for entries for its second annual ICFA Excellence Awards program to promote the outstanding insulating concrete form (ICFs) projects built throughout North America by its member firms. ...

Company helps customers combat equipment theft.(TRADENEWS)
May 1, 2007... Multiquip Inc. recently announced it will register equipment that it sells with the National Equipment Register (NER) to help its customers combat equipment theft. NER is a database company dedicated to helping equipment owners deter theft and...

Quad-Lock announces new promotional video.(TRADENEWS)
May 1, 2007... Quad-Lock Building Systems Ltd. recently released a new video targeted specifically at homeowners looking to build a concrete home. "Our partners were very explicit during out last Team Quad-Lock Conference. They wanted a marketing tool focused...

CertaPro Painters Commercial Services.(PEOPLE)
May 1, 2007... CertaPro Painters Commercial Services has promoted Anthony Jowid to national account manager at its Philadelphia, Pa., office. Jowid joined CertaPro in 2002 as a general manager and spent the last four years recruiting, training, supporting and...

Weather Shield Windows & Doors.(PEOPLE)
May 1, 2007... Weather Shield Windows & Doors, of Medford, Wis., has announced several promotions in its sales force. * Alec Schumacher has been named East-Central regional sales manager. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * Steven Walden has been named...

Powers Fasteners.(PEOPLE)
May 1, 2007... Jacob Olsen has been named vice president of research and development for Powers Fasteners. In that position, he will serve as head of the company's new research laboratory. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Triton Power.(PEOPLE)
May 1, 2007... Eric Johnston has been named chief executive officer of Triton Power, one of the nation's leading manufacturers of high-quality, commercial-grade generators. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Spackle.(Cartoon)
May 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Refill station: MIXPAC Equipment Inc.(product FOCUS on Spray machines)
May 1, 2007... The company offers the DXR refill station for quick and easy refilling of its DX Series dispensing system. The DXR helps to create a versatile and accurate solution for two-component material dispensing. The MIXPAC DX System offers the ability...

Mini-sprayer: Multiquip.(product FOCUS on Spray machines)
May 1, 2007... The MSE-1SS mini-sprayer is engineered for the application of textures, full and simulated acoustics, fireproofing and grout. The pump is ideal for jobs that require work in a confined space or in areas with limited access. The mini sprayer has...

Towable pump: Putzmeister.(product FOCUS on Spray machines)
May 1, 2007... Providing a highly versatile solution to a multitude of mortar, plaster, stucco, fireproofing material and grout needs, the SP 11 worm pump is both durable and reliable. The multi-mixer rotor stator pump mixes, pumps and sprays site and...

Portable spray system: Binks.(product FOCUS on Spray machines)
May 1, 2007... The SprayVantage3 provides a complete portable system for HVLP applications with maximized atomization and cost-effective productivity. It allows spray finishers to take advantage of environment-friendly HVLP technology without sacrificing...

Fenestration frustration: windows are a reality in the construction business. Properly installing tested and approved windows is crucial.
May 1, 2007... Windows. Mention the word to the average citizen and they assume you are talking computers. To people in the construction industry, we think of the original windows. You can't get around windows. All buildings have them, the code requires them,...

Flash in a dash: the choice between self-adhesive and mechanically attached flashing is not an easy one.
May 1, 2007... The nation's leading builders have recognized the need for effective water management in new home construction. As a result, the use of flexible flashing to protect windows, doors and other through-wall penetrations has taken on an increasingly...

Showtime! For tool manufacturers, trade events and expos mean big business.
May 1, 2007... The calendar may say it's May, but it's been a busy year already, at least in the world of trade shows. In the wall and ceiling construction industry, the trade show and convention year began right after the calendar was flipped to 2007. It...

Long-distance learning: webinars becoming more popular throughout construction trades.
May 1, 2007... Every year, associations, manufacturers, magazines and companies offer a variety of trade shows, conferences and seminars to industry professionals. Most of these events educate or train professionals, while keeping them abreast of new...

Looking beyond high-performance claddings: design creativity should not ignore lessons of the past.(HIGH-PERFORMANCE BUILDING ENVELOPES SPECIAL SECTION)
May 1, 2007... Today's buildings are more airtight, more energy efficient and environmentally friendly than at any time in the past. There is a strong desire by architects to seek high-performance exteriors for buildings they design. [ILLUSTRATION...

Tough enough? An in-depth look at a little understood and, until recently, neglected aspect of building design and construction: durability.(HIGH-PERFORMANCE BUILDING ENVELOPES SPECIAL SECTION)
May 1, 2007... At the November 2004 Green-build Conference held in Portland, Ore., it was announced that the U.S. Green Building Council and the Canadian Green Building Council had agreed to a formal licensing agreement. This agreement allows the CaGBC to...

Steel studs: a natural for the environment; Green movement sees advantages in 100% recyclable framing.(HIGH-PERFORMANCE BUILDING ENVELOPES SPECIAL SECTION)
May 1, 2007... Builders are learning to build better with steel studs as the Steel Framing Alliance provides education and training as well as technical and code support. The switch to steel is for numerous reasons, such as uniform product quality and lighter...

The trip out West, Part 1.(the PLASTER man)
May 1, 2007... I had been planning a trip out to California for quite some time, but for one reason or another I had been postponing it. After the type of winter we just endured, I thought it was high time to enjoy some warm weather out West! I had a whole...

Cast stone and EIFS.(the FINISH LINE)
May 1, 2007... In the early days of EIFS in North America, one of the gripes about EIFS was its vulnerability to impact damage. The advent of heavyweight reinforcing meshes partially solved the problem, but there's a limit to how much glass you can add into...

Extira marks the spot.(the GREEN thumb)
May 1, 2007... In 2003, CMI, a Chicago-based building products company, won the Innovative Technology Award at the Anaheim Woodworking Fair, held in Anaheim, Calif., for their "Next Generation" product Extira, an exterior-grade treated wood composite panel....

Dealing with shoulders and ridging.(all things GYPSUM)
May 1, 2007... Gypsum wallboard has become the most commonly used building material for finishing interior surfaces. It can be decorated with any number of materials, but it is usually decorated with either paint or wall covering. Sometimes the decorating...

No excuses for insurance ignorance.(all in AGREEMENT)
May 1, 2007... One of the earliest authenticated insurance contracts was a policy assuring the safe delivery of goods on the ship Santa Clara. The policy was written in the Italian language and was dated 1347. As well, it is believed that insurance agreements...

How to find & keep good people, Part 3.(smart BUSINESS)
May 1, 2007... In the past two months, I've discussed trade recruitment, hiring and training, drawing largely from the expertise of my friend Al Levi, who heads Appleseed Business, Inc. (www.appleseedbusiness.com, (480) 205-5164). [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Detecting and developing Latino leadership, Part two.(success with HISPANICS)
May 1, 2007... In my March column ("Detecting and Developing Latino Leadership"), we learned how to spot leaders among your Latino workforce. Let's now take a serious look at how to develop Latino leadership. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] You can be great...

Dust Deputy: Oneida Air Systems.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... The Oneida Dust Deputy is made to be placed between your tool and shop vacuum. It collects 99 percent of the waste before it gets to the vac, saving your filter and sustaining your vacuum pressure. Comes with easy to empty, 10-gallon metal...

Easy life panels: Extrutech Plastics Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Extrutech offers maintenance free, moisture proof, Beaded Panel to be used in remodeling or new construction projects. Use as wainscoting in your kitchen, bath or family room. Looks great as a ceiling in your kitchen, bath or porch. Easy to...

Niches by Outwater: Architectural Products by Outwater.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Outwater's "one step" surface-mounted and recessed installation high-density polyurethane Niches will miraculously transform any ordinary, unembellished wall into an elegantly appointed, dramatic focal point. Factory primed, they are ready to...

High-performance insulation helps contractors increase profits. Icynene Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Extensively tested for proven performance, Icynene insulation/air barrier system delivers improved comfort, indoor air quality, energy efficiency, sound control, building durability and moisture management. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Scaffold mover: Crawler Products, LLC.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... The CRAWLER attaches easily and powerfully moves any "Baker Style" or fold-up scaffold, when a cordless drill is inserted. The Crawler is compatible with most popular cordless drill brands. Seven years of development and job site testing has...

Mechanical box: Apla-Tech, Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Apla-Tech, Inc. introduces its 7", 10" and 12" mechanical boxes ready to attach to our Continuous Flow System. Cut your box weight and boxing effort by half, and complete the job in about half the time. You can dramatically increase your...

The industry's only tape-on ARCH: NO-COAT.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Install perfect archways in minutes without the hassle of glues, staples and extra coats of mud. ULTRA ARCH completes the NO-COAT Structural Laminate Drywall Corner System with three new profiles: * 3/8" Bullnose * 3/4" Bullnose *...

INVELOPE: CENTRIA.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Discover a new way to build a brick wall with INVELOPE insulated composite back-up panels. The INVELOPE panel eliminates the need for separate air and vapor barriers, insulation, and water drain plane. Contact Rick Mowrey at rmowrey@centria.com...

Formations curves Acoustical Clouds: Armstrong.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Formations Accent & Acoustical Clouds from Armstrong are now available in curved shapes, including circular, oval, rounded square and rounded rectangle. The unique system installs up to 30 percent faster than standard cloud systems because all...

Lafarge Rapid Coat Mid-Weight joint compound: Lafarge.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Lafarge Rapid Coat Mid-Weight offers the best of both worlds in joint finishing. It effectively combines the easy spreading and quick drying characteristics of a lightweight compound while maintaining the bond and durability of a heavyweight...

Wood Ceiling System: ACP.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Transform any room into an expression of style with the Evoba Wood Ceiling System. Combining the architectural detailing of custom-crafted millwork with the flexibility and ease of installation of conventional suspension systems, Evoba's...

DuraRasp: Demand Products, Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... There's a lot to like about the DuraRasps. Soft-Grip Handles, Lifetime Brazed Tungsten Grit, Rounded Corners, Registered Serial Numbers. Models like The Original, TigerClaw, Archy, Smoothie, Edger and Bullnose Rasp. Rasps for EIFS to AAC to...

Simulate the look of rigid cementitious Siding with stucco alone! Plastic Components.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Plastic Components' new Siding Step Bead has a double ground that functions as a screed between adjoining stucco bands--and striated flanges for improved bonding with stucco. Great looks. Easy installation. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Psst .... the best warranted system in Textured Coatings: Sealants & Coatings Technologies, Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... The Palladium Textured Coating System is a thoroughly tested, elastomeric, stucco-like, weather-resistant, latex-acrylics coating formulated for superior adhesion, moisture resistance, color retention and exceptional flexibility. It is a...

Drill it, drive it and forget it! Powers Fasteners.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Powers Fasteners' introduces the new Snake overhead anchor. The Snake anchor combines the holding strength of a traditional Wedge-Bolt anchor with the aesthetic advantages of a flush ceiling mount. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Easily...

Three new brochures: Master Wall.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Demand from Master Wall's rapidly expanding customer base has caused the introduction of three new brochures: EIFS, Stucco and Specialties. Each brochure is focused on the systems and options explained in clear, easy to understand language....

Hammer-Lock time: Flex-Ability Concepts.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Flex-Ability Concepts, Oklahoma City, has introduced Hammer-Lock, a new feature for Flex-C Trac that significantly reduces installation time and labor. Flex-C Trac provides an easy way for builders to frame high quality. Hammer-Lock allows the...

Tommy Gun A3 Series: Putzmeister America, Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Often imitated but never duplicated, Putzmeister's Tommy Gun A3 Series is still the top plaster and fireproofing pump in America today. Using only the most reliable components for peak performance, this machine is built to last. From...

Commercial coatings: Quikspray Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... 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 are distributed worldwide throughout...

Tired of the drywall dust?? Struggling with those high gas prices? Plaster Man.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Plaster Man is ready to show you: [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * How to do "No sanding" veneer coat plastering * How plaster repair can be your key to making HUGE profits! * Personal training in the areas you want to learn more about...

Plastone / Plastain: Total Wall.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... This new brochure details Plastone and Plastain, the latest editions to Total Wall's Tuscan Elite line of exterior and interior coatings. Pre-mixed and easy to apply, these products make old world plaster, adobe, antique brick, and weathered...

ZipWall 4 Pack Plus: ZipWall.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Lightweight 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...

Vivaldi Venetian Plaster system: Olea Specialty Products.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Olea Specialty Products introduces the Vivaldi Venetian Plaster system by La Calce Del Brenta to North America. This easy-to-use system features more than 200 colors, a beautiful color catalog and "Stucky" Venetian plaster in three convenient...

Channel Bender: The Nathan Kimmel Co.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... The perfect tool for on-site contouring of CRC [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] - Bends 20- and 16-gauge CRC - Accepts 1/2- to 4-inch-wide channel - Heavy-duty all-steel construction - Built-in index for repeatable bends - Made...

Bend steel studs, angle and track: Radius Track.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... The Radius Track[R] Track Bender is a portable tool that allows you to easily create accurate curved studs and track runners. Track Bender saves up to $150/hour over other curving methods and forms up to 400 feet of track angle or studs per...

Decorative ceiling surfaces: M-Boss Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... M-Boss Inc. is the premier manufacturer of decorative metal surfaces. Products include: Tin Ceilings, Cornice, Moldings and Medallions. Patterns range from sleek contemporary styles and customized designs such as company logos and special...

Strong wind load wall systems and buildings: Perfect Wall Inc.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Perfect Wall Inc. wall system and buildings have been tested to withstand tornadoes and hurricane-force winds. Testing includes wind loads up to 500 psf without failure and 17,000 psf of shear strength. It is the only light gauge metal panel...

Redi Klip deflection clip: Total Steel Solutions.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... The Redi Klip is an inexpensive new clip that positively attaches steel studs to track, while allowing for structural movement. It is UL classified for 2 inches of deflection and meets all model building code requirements. Different deflections...

Green stucco: Trim Technologies.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
May 1, 2007... Our new green products have been tested for more than 10 years with excellent results. Faster, less expensive than the alternatives and lasts the life of the stucco. Architects, builders and plastering contractors should give us a call so we...

Locking pliers: LoggerHead Tools LLC.(the TOOLBOX)
May 1, 2007... With four serrated jaw surfaces and an Interlock mechanism that stays locked while under torque load, the Bionic Grip is well suited to a wide range of applications that require turning nuts and bolts or pipes and tubes. When the handles are...

Framing nailer: Makita U.S.A., Inc.(the TOOLBOX)
May 1, 2007... The new 21-degree Round Head Framing Nailer combines rugged construction and ease of use with safety features for reliable, robust performance. The tool features a three-mode selector switch allowing the professional user to easily control...

VentureClad insulation facing tape: Venture Tape Corp.(the TOOLBOX)
May 1, 2007... VentureClad1577 embossed and VentureClad Plus1579 now come in pre-cut sheets that are readily scalable to varying pipe sizes. The products are unique, UV-resistant insulation facing tapes ideal for interior and exterior applications. The...

Single Layer Floor System: TEC.(the TOOLBOX)
May 1, 2007... This system allows tile installation professionals to bond ceramic or porcelain tile directly to plywood or OSB subfloors, speeding tile installations and substantially reducing labor costs. The system, which uses 1Flex crack-isolation mortar...

Glazing tape: Pres-on.(the TOOLBOX)
May 1, 2007... This high-strength, open-cell urethane foam tape facilitates fast on-site fabrication of storm windows and doors, curtain walls and other building structures. Coated on both sides with a specially formulated acrylic adhesive, the tape bonds...

Composite deck screw: Simpson Strong-Tie.(the TOOLBOX)
May 1, 2007... The new deck screw combines ease of installation and reliability with a finished look that will complement any deck. Composi-Lok features "wings" on the shaft of the screw that counter-bore a hole into the deck board. These wings create a...

Angle grinder: Metabo Corporation.(the TOOLBOX)
May 1, 2007... The W6-115 weighs only 4.5 pounds and, combined with its small diameter grip of 2-3/16 inches, users will find it comfortable and easy to use in many different positions for applications ranging from machinery installation and metal stud...