Walls & Ceilings articles from November 2002

Walls & Ceilings archives from November 2002

Mold into gold. (Up Front).(Carolinas Lathing and Plastering Contractors Association meeting)(Editorial)
November 1, 2002... After attending the Carolinas Lathing and Plastering Contractors Association meeting in Myrtle Beach this past September, I was enlightened and outraged by a presentation given by Jim Byrd, of the South Carolina Dept. of Insurance. (For a full...

Letters.(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2002... The union and plasterers Dear Nick: In his article "Three Years and Some Comments," (Plaster-man, Walls & Ceilings, September 2002), Robin Raymer writes of his frustration on being unable to conduct a small business seminar in an...

CLAPCA 2002 focuses on mold and insurance. (Trade News).(Carolinas Lathing and Plasterering Contractors Association)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Mold and insurance repercussions were a hot topic at this year's Carolinas Lathing and Plasterering Contractors Association. Speaking on the topic was Jim Byrd, of the South Carolina Department of Insurance. His presentation was humorous and...

National Gypsum enhances customer service with updated Web site. (Other News).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... National Gypsum Co. recently announced the availability of www.ngc4me.com, the company's secure customer-service Web site. The site, which made its debut on a trial basis late last year, offers information for gypsum dealers, supply yards and...

Bonsal American formed from merger of American Stone-Mix and W.R. Bonsal. (Other News).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... American Stone-Mix Inc. and the W.R. Bonsal Co. Inc., two Oldcastle companies, have announced their merger as Bonsal American Inc. Both companies are producers of Sakrete Cement Mixes and related building materials. Each company also makes a...

Owens Corning becomes part of Genesis Alliance. (Other News).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... GenesisTP Inc. announced that Owens Corning has become part of the GENESIS ALLIANCE Network, aimed at delivering superior thermal and energy-efficient building solutions to the commercial and residential building markets. As part of this...

Plymouth Foam launches new brand and division. (Other News).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Plymouth Foam Inc. has established "DuraSpec Building Products," a new brand and corporate division for its building and construction insulation products. The new business unit provides an appropriate identity for the company's building...

Lafarge North America earns 2002 Architectural Record Award. (Other News).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Lafarge North America Inc. has earned a 2002 ARCHITECTURAL RECORD AWARD FOR Excellence in Advertising for its full-page ad featuring synthetic gypsum. The ad promotes Lafarge's continuing education course, Synthetic Gypsum, to architects. Of...

Pleko under new ownership. (Other News).(Pleko Systems International purchased by FAR Holdings LLC)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Pleko Systems International has been purchased by FAR Holdings LLC. PSI will be marketed as Pleko Ltd., and has appointed Rick Franco as CEO and Randy Rushing as president. With new ownership, the company has several plans. These include...

Georgia-Pacific delays separation transactions, remains committed to separation strategy. (Other News).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Georgia-Pacific Corp. announced that it is delaying the separation of its consumer products and packaging business due to current conditions in the financial markets, the continued weak business environment in its building products segment and...

SBR closes Metallon. (Other News).(SBR Inc. discontinues orders for Metallon finished products)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... SBR Inc., the parent company for Metallon, has decided to discontinue orders for Metallon finished products. The decision to close Metallon Inc. has been made in an effort to streamline company operations for SBR and focus on products that more...

Home design professionals invited to submit designs for forthcoming book. (Other News).
November 1, 2002... Author Carol Abrahamson invites architects, interior designers and other home design professionals across the country to submit their designs for possible publication in her forthcoming book, "Extraordinary Homes: Built-in Convenience Features...

Merlex. (People).(Angela Fajardo, new director of marketing; Nick Brown, new general manager; Veda Mabry, new director of business operations)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Merlex announces new positions. Angela Fajardo has been named director of marketing. Nick Brown has been hired as general manager. Veda Mabry assumes the role of director of business operations.

Metabo Corp. (People).(David Smith, new executive vice president)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Metabo Corp. has appointed David Smith as executive vice president.

Powers Fasteners. (People).(Mark Carroll, new branch manager)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Powers Fasteners announced Mark Carroll has been named branch manager for Powers Nashville.

Georgia-Pacific Corp. (People).(Lee Thomas, new president)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Georgia - Pacific Corp.'s board of directors have named Lee Thomas president.

Benjamin Obdyke Incorp. (People).(Edward Fox Jr., new western region sales manager; Ned Trautman new marketing product manager)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Benjamin Obdyke Incorp. appointed Edward Fox Jr. as the western region sales manager and Ned Trautman has been named marketing product manager.

Niles Building Products. (People).(Thomas Bowen, president, dies)(Obituary)
November 1, 2002... Thomas Bowen, 70, president of Niles Building Products, died in September. He was a member of the Florida Walls & Ceilings Contractors Association and the AWCI. He is survived by his wife Donna and three daughters Rebecca, Holly and Amy,...

EIFS systems. (Product Focus).
November 1, 2002... United Coatings The UNI-TEX[R] EIFS is available in three highly developed systems to fit all building needs. * UNI-TEX A-1 System is a barrier-type system designed for commercial application. * UNI-TEX MD-1 is a moisture-managed...

Drainage system. (Product Focus).
November 1, 2002... Parex The Water Master Commercial-VR is an addition to the Water Master family of drainage EIFS. It is a "vertical ribbon"-based drainage system designed for uneven substrates and incorporates two new products: KeyGuard and DrainEdge....

Interior acrylic molding. (Product Focus).
November 1, 2002... Wind-Lock Corp. Trimroc is an interior-acrylic modified gypsum-plaster molding extruded over an expanded polystyrene base. This trim uses no nails or caulk to attach. The product can be easily cut and finished. Its standard profile starts...

Dry knife. (Product Focus).
November 1, 2002... TL Marshall Co. The Crafter's Hot Knife features a 6-inch stainless steel rigid blade and hand-carved wooden handle. The temperature is self regulated by pressing the heat activation button at the top of the handle and releasing the button...

EIFS exterior technology. (Product Focus).
November 1, 2002... Sto Corp. Sto EIFS NExT is comprised of components that are physically and chemically compatible with each other for assured performance including: * Moisture/Air Barrier: Sto Guard liquid applied air/moisture barrier *...

Ergonomic finish. (Product Focus).
November 1, 2002... Dryvit The company now offers the E Finish line, which uses the same high-performance standards found in current finishes, but is 40 percent lighter. A 5-gallon bucket of the finishes weighs 40 pounds, in contrast to other buckets that can...

A home to Marvel: with 10,000 square feet of wall space requiring molding and millwork, even new trowels had to be custom made for this California home.
November 1, 2002... An assignment of 50,000 square feet of wall space requiring textures so challenging that custom trowels were created to accomplish the desired effect is enough to make anyone's spider sense tingle. The 25,000 square foot home of Avi Arad,...

Day of the round table: Walls & Ceilings and USG recently hosted a contractor round table, giving nine residential drywall contractors a chance to share their experiences and concerns about the industry.(Panel Discussion)
November 1, 2002... From insurance to changing workforces, from the price and quality of wallboard to expectations of GCs and owners, nine contractors recently swapped war stories that offer insight into the challenges facing residential drywall contractors east...

Together each accomplishes: a recent summit of associations demonstrates the effectiveness of cooperation against a common challenge: the current availability of general liability insurance for EIFS contractors.(external insulation and finish system)
November 1, 2002... For EIFS contractors, acquiring general liability insurance continues to be difficult for many reasons. In response, various contractor associations were attempting to secure insurance for their members by communicating with carriers and...

Las Vegas Middle Schools choose National Gypsum's Hi-Impact BRAND 2000 Wallboard to minimize wear and tear.
November 1, 2002... With nearly 250,000 students attending schools in five regions throughout the Las Vegas, Nev., area, the Clark County School District is now the sixth largest school district in America. Superintendent Carlos Garcia and his staff of regional...

Mold prevention: trades can work together; there is no reason that well-designed and well-built modern buildings should go moldy.
November 1, 2002... Walls and ceiling surfaces are usually where a building occupant first notices mold. Sometimes, it arises in cold spots where insulation is inadequate or has settled over time. Mold often shows up first as a stain from a water leak, gradually...

Love labor found: with hope, tenacity and creative financing, a Bostonian realizes the value of renovation in New Hampshire.
November 1, 2002... What appeal would a dilapidated old hotel, festering from years of neglect and hidden in rural New Hampshire, possibly hold for any investor? When considering the logistics of resurrecting a unit the size of a castle, ambition quickly turns to...

Redo your crew contest: redone! Cook Construction wins a makeover from W&C and WearGuard.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... The crew of Cook Construction of Iowa Inc., of Decorah, Iowa, now sports new work clothes to further bolster the morale of its employees and the confidence of its customers. The company, which specializes in commercial and industrial...

Staying busy in slow times (part 1). (Plaster Man).(marketing)
November 1, 2002... I was looking through old e-mails and I came across one from about a year and a half ago. In it, the person commented about a little tip I had given for marketing a business. He basically said, "It's great that you are talking about plaster....

How to remove samples. (Finish Line).(external insulation and finishing systems)
November 1, 2002... When investigating problems with an EIFS project, sometimes samples of the EIFS are taken. Taking samples can have several purposes, such as providing a piece of the wall for testing, as well as allowing one to see what is happening inside the...

You're covered on quality with Gypsum sheathing. (All Things Gypsum).
November 1, 2002... Gypsum sheathing is a versatile, economical and water-repellent panel product intended for use as a substrate sheathing under a variety of exterior wall claddings. It is designed to be mechanically attached to the outside surface of exterior...

Making mistakes (part 7). (The Bridge).(construction cost estimating)
November 1, 2002... This month, we continue our ongoing discussion of mistakes made in the estimating process, and the ways and means by which they can be eliminated and minimized. Our topic of discussion this month concerns one of the most frequent mistakes:...

The power of passion. (All in Agreement).
November 1, 2002... Before sitting down today, my controller and project manager told me that one of our customers has been sitting on $30,000 of our money in the form of change orders for more than 60 days--and our work has been complete as of 30 days ago. ...

Toxic mold--dangerous to one's financial health. (Smart Business).
November 1, 2002... Frankenstein, Dracula and the Bogeyman don't scare any one 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...

California's dreaming. (Off the Wall).(Uniform Building Code)
November 1, 2002... In the realm of cultural trends, it's often said that as California goes, so goes the nation-eventually. While this view is considered a source of pride for residents of the Golden State, for most of the rest of us, it's perceived as a great...

All things considered. (Adventures in Drywall).
November 1, 2002... As much as I tried to convince myself otherwise, I really did like the fame and fortune this forum brought me. I told myself I was way too busy for this gig. But after a few months of not checking in with you all, I felt the need to once again...

Stucco products. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Spraytex Spraytex Inc. has once again introduced some revolutionary new products. The stucco patch, sand finish acoustic including medium and coarse, Griptex non-skid paint additive and a new waterbased Quick Patch Orangepeel are available...

Fire stopping system. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Fire Trak Fire Trak has developed a high-performance deflection track and fire stopping system for metal stud partitions. It is currently the only head-of-wall joint UL tested and listed for 1 to 3 inches of movement in both compression...

Company web site. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... All-Wall www.all-wall.com is the drywall online superstore. You can now purchase your drywall tools and supplies in our All-Wall Equipment Virtual Superstore. Taping tools, texture equipment, benches, stilts and our complete catalog are...

Pre-formed arches. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Fast Arch of America Inc. Fast Arch builds pre-formed arches and ceilings using 14- to 24-gauge metal. We make ANY size of width, depth or radius. If it has a curve we will make it! Our products are cost efficient and shipped within 48...

EIFS and Stucco repair. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Stuc-O-Flex Looking for a Resolution to Exterior Wall Concerns? Stuc-O-Flex International Inc. offers Elastomeric Acrylic Finishes for direct application to most existing substrates including EIFS and Stucco. This stretchable coating...

Tarps and windscreens. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Nathan Kimmel Co. Tarps Direct, the best tarps in the business, just got better. Kimmel tarps have expanded with more space and more personnel. Our tarps are factory direct to save you money. Be sure to ask about stenciling your name or...

Wallboard Crane. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... GSE&E Cormach Wallboard Cranes are specifically designed for handling wallboard and stacked materials using high-tensile steel with sufficient capacity to lift a full draft of wallboard up to 90 feet. The substantially low weight of the...

Mesh Fabric. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Technical Laminations & Coatings Do you hate those decorative foam jobs because they're so hard to do correctly? Use Fibermat Reinforcing Mesh Fabric on all flat runs, curves and all those really intricate shapes. Super flexible. Moisture...

3-D ceiling system. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Armstrong World Industries Armstrong's Serpentina three-dimensional suspended ceiling system features a dramatic visual that offers a myriad of design possibilities. It can be used with Armstrong's Axiom Perimeter Trim, Drywall Grid...

Floor underlayment application. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Hacker Industries Inc. With nearly one billion square feet installed nationwide, Hacker Industries Inc. is the preferred supplier of floor underlayments for new construction, renovation and repair projects. Only trained, Licensed...

Wall & Ceiling products by Outwater. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Architectural Products by Outwater Outwater's FREE 2003 Master Catalog features 40,000+ standard and innovative Wall and Ceiling decorative products including Architectural Moulding & Millwork, Decorative Metal & Polyurethane Ceiling...

Sto Guard. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Sto Corp. The more time it takes to complete an EIFS job the less money you make. Sto Guard moisture protection system helps you break this unprofitable cycle. This seamless system resists water penetration more than five times longer than...

Original Tommy Gun pumps. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Putzmeister Putzmeister's Tommy Gun is ideal for high-volume, long-distance plastering or fireproofing. Tag and mobile-with-mixer versions are available in diesel, gas or electric power. Built rugged with only high-quality components, the...

Quick dust control barrier. (Product & Literature Showcase).(ZipWall)
November 1, 2002... ZipWall ZipWall[R] barrier system protects your customer's home or office from dust. Easy to use, the ZipWall[R] system enables you to screen off your work area in minutes. No tape, no ladders, no marred ceiling. The system comes in a...

Shaft system. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Metal-Lite This is the first and only shaft wall system meeting all national code building code requirements from Metal-Lite. Provides head-of-wall deflection and shaft floor penetration protection. Successfully full-scale cycle, furnace...

World's largest foam cutting selection. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Demand Products Demand Products offers the largest selection plus very attractive pricing on everything you need to work with foam. Foam Solutions: manual, computerized, multi-wire, hand-held and coating equipment. Visit us online or call...

Old world finish. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Omega Products International For hundreds of years, European architecture has been admired for its classical features, subtle tones and rustic finishes. Now, you can give your next project this classical old world appearance with the new...

Trim nailer for steel framing. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... ET&F Fastening Systems ET&F Fastening Systems, the world's leading supplier of pneumatic fastening systems for steel framing, has released its Model 110 Trimfast System for attaching wood trim to steel, 14 gauge and lighter. Trimfast...

Training opportunity. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... The Plasterers & Cement Masons Job Corps Training Program Helping disadvantaged youth develop self-esteem, confidence, respect for others, and pride in themselves through the quality and value of their work. Our goal is to enable our...

Abuse-resistant Wallboard. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... National Gypsum National Gypsum's Hi-Abuse[R] and Hi-Impact[R] BRAND Gypsum Wallboards Hi-Abuse[R] Wallboard offers enhanced abrasion resistance and Hi-Impact[R] Wallboards combines maximum abrasion resistance with impact/penetration...

Curved steel framing. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Radius Track Does your project call for a dome? Let Radius Track Corp. ship it to you ready to install. Radius Track Corp. can provide all the curved steel framing members needed for your dome. Because we can curve material as heavy as...

Safe indoor heating. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Fostoria Industries The Heat Wave from Fostoria will safely warm an enclosed area without fumes or venting. Because it's electric, there is no need for fuel or re-fueling and no fumes are emitted during operation. It produces safe,...

Repair training. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Plaster Man Plaster Man Wants To Help You. Profit from Plaster Repair! Training is now available Two Ways: On Video: Check out www.plasterzone.com or By Attending Plaster Man's Upcoming Two-Day Plaster Repair Workshop. Learn more about...

MD Moisture Drainage System. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Total Wall Total Wall Type MD Moisture Drainage System is a non-bearing exterior cladding used to weatherproof, beautify and insulate any commercial or residential structure with moisture-sensitive sheathing or framing. * Includes a...

Drywall/wall repair patch contractor 50-paks. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Pro Patch Systems Inc. The Field Contractor 50-Pak is the complete line of five sizes of standard patches and the Electrical Outlet Patches with precut opening (single or double gang) that bonds front AND back for a stronger patch. The...

Lafarge abuse resistant drywall. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Lafarge North America Lafarge North America introduces Protecta[TM] AR 100 an abuse-resistant drywall that guards against impact, indentation and surface abrasion. Protecta[TM] AR 100 is designed for use in interior areas such as schools,...

Panel anchors. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Rotofast The company offers a number of fastening options designed for acoustical panel installation. For walls, ceilings, baffles and cloud applications, the company's system is easy to use. Rotofast are strong, secure and cost effective,...

Drywall tool manufacturer. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Premium Drywall Tool Co. Premium Drywall Tool Company LLC is pleased to offer the same high-quality blue automatic taping and finishing tools that have been used for years. The same manufacturing team that brought superior quality and...

Archway Fast Cap. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Trim-Tex Inc. The new Archway Fast Cap 18-feet length will finish a full arched doorway without any seams, in one easy operation. Eliminates corner beads with no special framing required. Made of quality rigid vinyl, unique T-slot notched...

Drywall Sander. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Love Less Ash The new Turbo Drywall Sander is vacuum air driven. The vacuum air draws in the dust from the wall, over the turbine (which becomes the motor) then is contained in the vacuum, allowing a dust free environment. The tool weighs...

Need A Heavier Gauge? (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Flex-Ability Concepts NEED A HEAVIER GAUGE? Flex-Ability Concepts introduces 16-gauge 6-inch Flex-C Trac. All the same great features of the 20-gauge product with the same 18-inch outside radius in a heavy-duty 16 gauge. The leg height on...

Vinyl reveals, casing beads and corner beads. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Alabama Metal Industries Corp. AMICO announces the introduction of a new line of architectural reveals, with corner and casing beads to finish the look. Chamfered and Bull-nosed beads are featured in AMICO'S new vinyl bead catalog...

Plank security system. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... SCAFFHOLD Manufacturing LLC SCAFFHOLD provides a variety of designs that offer unsurpassed versatility for securing 3- and 5-feet scaffolding platforms. SCAFFHOLD locks planks firmly onto the scaffolding frame, creating a safer workplace...

New Web page. (Product & Literature Showcase).
November 1, 2002... Apla-Tech Alpa-Tech has just updated its Web site page to give you more visual information. You can watch a video of the tools working on a job site by the click of your mouse. For contractors wanting to inexpensively lease tools, you can...

Paint remover. (Products).
November 1, 2002... Metabo Corp. The Lf724 paint remover, which is also suited for untreated wood, provides an environmental solution for coating removal as opposed to heat guns or chemical stripping. It features the company's S-automatic clutch, that...

Broad Knives. (Products).
November 1, 2002... Marshalltown Trowel Co. The company's Broad Knives come in either 7- or 9-inch blue spring steel blades. The lightweight aluminum handle allows for easy grip while the rubber handle cap with hanger makes for easy storage. The knives are...

Cordless drivers. (Products).
November 1, 2002... Bosch The Brute-Tough drill/drivers have speeds up to 1,500 rpm on the 14.4-volt and up to 1,300 on the 18-volt model, in addition to 475+ inch/pounds of torque. These tools feature a 16-position full metal chuck ring, ratcheting 1/2-inch...

Metal cutting saw. (Products).
November 1, 2002... DeWALT The cordless 18-volt DW934K-2 heavy duty 6 3/4-inch metal cutting circular saw cuts 2-inch inner diameter conduit and pipe in one pass. With a 2 3/8-inch cutting capacity, the tool is designed for electricians, pipe fitters, steel...

Custom size ceilings. (Products).
November 1, 2002... Armstrong World Industries Inc. Available in custom sizes ranging from 12 to 48 inches in width and 12 to 120 inches in length, these ceilings provide noise reduction, light reflectance and scratch resistance. They also feature...

Partition wall system. (Products).
November 1, 2002... Peter Pepper Products The Slalom Modular Partition System consists of multiple panels spanning between aluminum uprights for dividing and defining space, providing visual separations for privacy and security areas, and defining traffic...

Limestone panel system. (Products).
November 1, 2002... Phelps Engineered Plastics Inc. The PepStone System is limestone with a composite panel made from the company's PepCore thermoplastic TrussWing honeycomb. The Limestone-Faced PepStone has 1/4-inch thick limestone veneer bonded onto a...

Paint scrapers. (Products).
November 1, 2002... Warner Tool The Soft Grip Carbide 100X Paint Scrapers feature tungsten carbide blades that are harder and sharper than hardened steel blades. The blades last 100 times longer than ordinary blades and are diamond ground to be 10 times...

Hatch cover. (Products).(ADO Products)
November 1, 2002... ADO Products The Quick-Seal insulated attic hatch cover provides easy attic access while protecting against moisture and air leakage. The removable cover acts as an insulation barrier and vapor seal, and helps prevent hot air from leaking...

Autofeed screw gun. (Products).(PAM Fastening)
November 1, 2002... PAM Fastening The P13KUE autofeed screw system comes with a removable universal extension that provides the flexibility of a 2-in-1 unit. Besides using the unit as a standard shorter length tool to screw 1 to 3 inch screws, it can be...

Cornerboards. (Products).(AZEK Trimboards)
November 1, 2002... AZEK Trimboards AZEK Cornberboards complement all housing exteriors, including fiber cement siding, cedar shakes, brick and vinyl siding. The products will not rot, cup, split, delaminate or absorb moisture. They withstand harsh weather...