Walls & Ceilings articles from November 2004

Walls & Ceilings archives from November 2004

Keep up the green work.(up FRONT)
November 1, 2004... By the time this issue of W&C hits the streets, it is very likely we will already know who will be president for the next four years. Whether it's President Bush or Senator Kerry, I think it's important to recall a quote that's almost cliche...

Calendar.(Calendar)
November 1, 2004... NOVEMBER 7-9 WALLS & CEILINGS' BUSINESS SOLUTIONS CONFERENCE Kingston Plantation Myrtle Beach, S.C. wrobelk@bnpmedia.com. 14-16 STAFDA 2004 Moscone Convention Center, San Francisco. (800) 352-2981. JANUARY 2005...

AWCI launches revised content format.(INDUSTRY WIRE)
November 1, 2004... The Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industries--International has announced the completion of the revised EIFS seminar content called "EIFS--Doing it Right," which was launched in September. Revisions made include expanded sections on EIFS...

Habitat for humanity builds moisture-fighting house.(TRADENEWS)
November 1, 2004... Building of the South Fulton Chapter of Habitat for Humanity's 29th home in East Point and its first stucco finished home began in September. The home, sponsored by Sto Corp., Newel Recycling, of Atlanta, and Woodward Academy, of College Park,...

Certainteed products certified by Greenguard.(TRADENEWS)
November 1, 2004... CertainTeed Corp.'s fiber glass building insulation products have become certified for indoor air quality by Greenguard Environmental Institute. The certificate designates low emitting products. CertainTeed's certification confirms...

BPB announces new distributor.(TRADENEWS)
November 1, 2004... BPB announced its newest distributor in the greater Pittsburgh area. Irwin Building Supply will distribute a complete line of BPB's Celotex, Capaul and Gyptone brand acoustical ceiling systems, as well as BPB's line of GlasRoc Sheathing and...

SBIC awards ED+C magazine.(TRADENEWS)
November 1, 2004... The Sustainable Buildings Industry Council conducted its 2004 awards ceremony at its annual FORUM event, titled "Cents and Sustainability: The Ripple Effects of Integrated Design." The event took place in October, at the American Institute of...

Hartford Concrete conducts ISO and NPCA re-certifications.(TRADENEWS)
November 1, 2004... Hartford Concrete Products Inc., an employee-owned corporation and manufacturer of precast concrete products, recently conducted and passed both ISO 9001:2000 and National Precast Concrete Association re-certification audits in the same week....

Magazine lists USG in top 25.(TRADENEWS)
November 1, 2004... Chicago magazine, the largest city monthly magazine in the U.S., has named USG as one of the 25 best companies to work for in the Chicago metropolitan area. The company ranked number 20, rising from number 22 in 2000, the last time the list was...

Dewalt research exposes job site security problem.(TRADENEWS)
November 1, 2004... DeWalt announced the findings of its recent research study, which identifies job site security (and the resulting loss of productivity) as the primary concern among professional contractors and other construction end users. These findings are...

La Habra Products Inc.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2004... La Habra Products Inc. has appointed Bruno Cres to serve as director of operations.

Sherri Gibson.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2004... Sherri Gibson has been appointed as the Euro-Tile national marketing and sales representative. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Steven Wyse.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2004... Steven Wyse has been appointed to CEO of Granite Ind.

John Larson.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2004... The Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau President's Award was presented to John Larson, national sales manager of Plastic Components, at the 2004 NWCB convention. According to the Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau, "This award is given to an...

Lyle "Bo" Torrey.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2004... Rytec Corp. announced the promotion of Lyle "Bo" Torrey to the position of vice president of sales. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Sto has announced several new positions. John Ducaji has been named sales representative for the mid-south territory (mainly Kentucky and Tennessee).(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2004... Sto has announced several new positions. John Ducaji has been named sales representative for the mid-south territory (mainly Kentucky and Tennessee). Ray Giangiacomo has been named a senior chemist and will operate out of the Atlanta...

Wood panels: ceilings plus.(product FOCUS on Ceilings)
November 1, 2004... Instead of wood or particleboard cores like conventional wood panels. Arboreal consists of real hardwood veneers laminated to an aluminum core. High-speed computer-controlled equipment transforms the composite material into ceiling or wall...

Ceiling home solutions: creative ceilings.(product FOCUS on Ceilings)
November 1, 2004... These ceilings are made of polystyrene and are easy to install using an adhesive. The ceilings can be applied over most ceilings, including popcorn texture. The ceilings are available in more than 80 designs, textures and wood imitating facing....

Drywall grid systems: Armstrong World Ind.(product FOCUS on Ceilings)
November 1, 2004... The company's Drywall Grid Systems offer numerous cost and performance benefits compared to traditional framing and installation methods. The systems are suspended from above using hanger wires, thereby eliminating the cost of material and...

Three dimensional panels: USG interiors Inc.(product FOCUS on Ceilings)
November 1, 2004... Billo panels install easily into standard suspension systems and can be integrated into flat panel ceilings to create dramatic focal points. The system consists of 2-foot-by-2-foot preformed, lightweight Lexan infill panels. The panels can be...

Decorative ceilings: BHK Moderna.(product FOCUS on Ceilings)
November 1, 2004... The Moderna Glueless Laminate Ceiling Planks resemble wood and are installed with a patented clip system. Its tongue-and-groove profile is easy to install and comes in many patterns. They are easy to clean, mold and mildew resistant, are heat...

Metal ceilings: hunter douglas.(product FOCUS on Ceilings)
November 1, 2004... Luxalon comes in nine product lines that offer architects design advantages. The nine systems consist of open cell, plank and tile, wide panel, linear metal, curved solutions, V-groove, 150F series, screen/baffle and limited access. The systems...

Lightweight gypsum ceiling tiles: interact.(product FOCUS on Ceilings)
November 1, 2004... The 2-feet-by-2-feet lay-in gypsum ceiling tile is available in several different styles. The tiles are easily cut or drilled for installation of down lights, sprinklers and vents. The tiles can be used for residential, commercial,...

3-D panels: Advanced Technology Inc.(product FOCUS on Ceilings)
November 1, 2004... Mirroflex's line of 3-D panel structures are available as fire-retardant ceiling tiles or full 4-feet-by-8-feet sheets (only .032 thick--similar to HPL). All products are constructed from decorated, high-impact and extremely lightweight...

Why insulation is green: when it comes to choosing green insulation, look to an old standard.
November 1, 2004... As the public's overall awareness of environmental stewardship and sustainable building practices have flourished, the insulation industry has responded by producing insulation products made from a variety of non-traditional materials; from...

Use the magic! Contractors and consumers now have a common point in which to meet.
November 1, 2004... In the marketplace, one is usually a supplier or a demander. However, a new Internet-based service actually claims both suppliers and demanders as its customers. ServiceMagic Inc., of Golden, Colo., matches consumers' service requests with...

Green is its color: sustainability and environmental responsibility continues to be an increasing focus in construction.
November 1, 2004... For the last couple of years, each and every design trade show has had its green section. At North America's Neo Con, the largest design show in the world, it is called the Greenlife Sustainable Design Exhibit. What used to be considered a...

Watch what you spray: engineered SPF systems add performance to buildings.
November 1, 2004... Believe it or not, chemistry can improve building durability, energy efficiency and occupant comfort, health and safety. Spray polyurethane foam is a two-component product that is manufactured on site but engineered on the molecular level to...

Family tradition.(PLASTER man)
November 1, 2004... This month's column is centered on a family that has a history in the plastering trade that I am confident will be hard to beat. I was able to meet with Dean and Spencer Kasten, of Kasten Plastering. I was speaking in Chicago and they came down...

Wait before taking it all off.(the FINISH LINE)
November 1, 2004... I don't care much for strippers. They're just not my type. This especially involves EIFS. "Strippers" is my nick-name for consultants that think the only way to repair EIFS is to take it all off. I frequently get asked if it is really...

Gypsum roof underlayment.(all things GYPSUM)
November 1, 2004... In urban and suburban areas, it is quite common to have two buildings directly adjacent to each other that share a wall. In different regions of the country, this wall is commonly referred to as a "party wall," an "area separation wall," or a...

Let's get more familiar (part four).(the GREEN THUMB)
November 1, 2004... In parts one through three, we became familiar with the environmental impacts/concerns of the process used to manufacture steel and its derivative, light gauge metal framing. This time, we'll begin a discussion of the arguments for and against...

Stealth operators.(all in AGREEMENT)
November 1, 2004... The Mark of Zorro, the sword, black pants, boots, hat, cape and of course the mask, were worn by Zorro to hide his true identity. Zorro's disguise was admired by many kids, whom I was one of. My grandmother made me a cape and mask. I made the...

Productive meetings vs. bull sessions.(smart BUSINESS)
November 1, 2004... As soon as a company grows to more people than can be counted on one hand, the temptation builds to call frequent staff meetings in order to keep everyone "on the same page." Not a bad idea in theory. Without regular communications and...

The four seasons.(adventures in DRYWALL)
November 1, 2004... Each and every one of us had a number of roads spread out in front of us when we started this thing called life. For some, the roads were rutted and full of potholes. Perhaps the child of a single parent. I'm sure I'll get hate mail over the...

Box Beam Levels: Johnson Level & tool.(the TOOLBOX)
November 1, 2004... The 8600 Series Box Beam Levels is offered in four lengths, from 24 to 72 inches. It is built to withstand job site use, and to maintain its readability and accuracy even in harsh conditions. It features rubberized end caps that absorb shocks...

Resealable paint tray: Prazi USA.(the TOOLBOX)
November 1, 2004... The non-stick polypropylene SealPro paint tray comes with a plastic lid that locks onto the tray forming an airtight seal, similar to plastic food storage containers. The lid's "pocket system" displaces 95 percent of the air in the sealed area,...

Product-detailed catalog: vetter windows & doors.(the TOOLBOX)
November 1, 2004... This 138-page catalog highlights the architecturally inspired features and options available with the company's natural, primed or aluminum clad windows and patio doors. The catalog includes product details with options and accessories, sizing...

Drywall Router: bosch.(the TOOLBOX)
November 1, 2004... The RZ25 Drywall Router eliminates cumbersome extension cords with a built-in 50-foot cord. Now, professionals have a 50-foot cord built directly into the tool so they won't miss a beat or need an extra extension cord. For cutting out...

Winter-Proof gloves: Duluth Trading Co.(the TOOLBOX)
November 1, 2004... The Winter-Proof Master Series Gloves offer an extended gauntlet cuff to protect the wrists from cold weather. The cuff is 2 inches long, making it easily tucked inside the sleeve of any coat or shirt. It also has a Velcro hook and loop...

Bullnose accessory: Faux fingers.(the TOOLBOX)
November 1, 2004... KwikDraw is a tool to use on bullnose corners when a straight line is needed to separate a space where there is no natural stopping place. Made of durable plastic, the tool is available in a set of two radices (3/4 and 1 1/2 inches). The worker...

Gas-fired tool: powers fasteners.(the TOOLBOX)
November 1, 2004... 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 tool uses the same fuel...

Primed wood trim boards: windsor one.(the TOOLBOX)
November 1, 2004... The fingerjointed wood boards are for siding renovations. Smooth, knot-free surfaces on all four sides and precision square edges make the double-primed S4SSE board ideal for a variety of exterior applications, including rake, fascia, corner...