Walls & Ceilings articles from September 2004

Walls & Ceilings archives from September 2004

Another tool for W & C readers.(Up Front)
September 1, 2004... Practical business information is a precious commodity--concise and current information is even more invaluable. The print issues of Walls & Ceilings that you receive each month are a testament to that; a trusted resource that you turn to for...

Excessive modifications.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... Regarding the article "Dear Prudence" by Pete Battisti (All in Agreement, July 2004) and the example of contract addendum to cover liability. Although he suggests modifying the addendum for use in an EIFS project, a quick review left the...

Calendar.(Calendar)
September 1, 2004... OCTOBER 6-9 THE REMODELERS' SHOW 2004, McCormick Place, Chicago. (800) 368-5242. www.remodelersshow.com. 14-16 INSULATION CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA Luxor Hotel, Las Vegas. (703) 739-0356. 20-22...

Wallboard shipment volume announced for second quarter of 2004.(Industry Wire)
September 1, 2004... According to statistics compiled by the Gypsum Association, the United States gypsum board industry shipped a total of 8.66 billion square feet of material during the second three months (April through June) of 2004. During that same period,...

Another record for existing home sales in June, reports NAR.(TradeNews)
September 1, 2004... Sales of existing single-family homes set another record in June, according to the National Association of Realtors. Existing-home sales rose 2.1 percent in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate (note) of 6.95 million units from an...

Lafarge and IFCA present the Carpenters Apprenticeship School with Project of the Year award.(TradeNews)
September 1, 2004... Lafarge North America, in partnership with the Interior Finish Contractors Association, presented the Carpenters Apprenticeship School in Philadelphia the Second Annual Lafarge IFCA Project of the Year award. The award recognizes skill and...

CertainTeed celebrates centennial.(TradeNews)
September 1, 2004... CertainTeed Corp. joins the ranks of the companies to have reached 100 years of service. The manufacturers of roofing, siding, windows, insulation, fencing, decking, railing, foundations and PVC pipe products was founded by George Brown in...

Flowserve announces 10-year warranty.(TradeNews)
September 1, 2004... Flowserve Corp. announces that it is now supporting its premier Limitorque SMB electric actuator line with a 10-year standard warranty. "The 10-year SMB limited warranty is an example of how we are responding to an industry demand for...

NAHB Research Center and National Association of Counties offer low impact development workshops.(TradeNews)
September 1, 2004... The NAHB Research Center and the National Association of Counties are planning four one-day educational workshops on low impact development technologies and practices to educate homebuilders and county officials on the benefits of LID, and...

Spackle.(TradeNews)
September 1, 2004... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Drywall Systems Inc.(People)
September 1, 2004... Drywall Systems Inc. announced the promotion of Darrell L. Grundman, CPA, to chief financial officer.

Charles A. DeBenedittis.(People)
September 1, 2004... The National Building Museum and Turner Construction Company announced that Charles A. DeBenedittis, senior managing director for design and construction of Tishman Speyer, is the third recipient of the Henry C. Turner Prize for Innovation in...

Hammer drill.(Product Focus on Lasers, Tools and Equipment)
September 1, 2004... RYOBI The three-speed 18-volt 1/2-inch VSR Hammer Drill Kit, Model HD 1830K2F, has strong torque, speed and impact. Its low range (0 to 370 rpm) delivers ultrahigh torque to drill and drive long and/or oversized screws into the toughest...

Four-Position Blade Clamp reciprocating saw.(Product Focus on Lasers, Tools and Equipment)
September 1, 2004... DEWALT The DW304PK corded heavy-duty reciprocating saw features a 4 Position Blade Clamp specifically designed for flush cutting. The blade clamp enables the saw blade to be inserted into two common vertical positions, as well as two...

Heavy-Duty Handle Drill.(Product Focus on Lasers, Tools and Equipment)
September 1, 2004... RIDGID Heavy Duty Spade Handle Drill (Model R7120) features a 7.5-amp motor (0 to 500 rpm) with hardened steel gears, triple gear reduction, and a 5/8-inch spindle to produce the torque for large-bore drilling and mud mixing. The drill has...

Self-leveling laser.(Product Focus on Lasers, Tools and Equipment)
September 1, 2004... HILTI The Hilti PM24 Multibeam Laser plumbs, levels, squares and sets transfer points simultaneously. Designed for use in rough work settings, the PM 24 is smaller and weighs less than similar positioning systems and takes only three...

Laser with stud finder.(Product Focus on Lasers, Tools and Equipment)
September 1, 2004... STANLEY The IntelliLaser is a 3-in-1 product that functions as a level, stud finder and a vertical and horizontal layout tool. Adding to the tool's versatility is a 20-foot laser layout line and a 180-degree pivoting laser plane with level...

Portable worklight.(Product Focus on Lasers, Tools and Equipment)
September 1, 2004... MCGILL ELECTRIC PRODUCT GROUP The McGill HandiLight and Battery Combo Pack delivers portable, super-bright lighting for up to five hours continuously, making it the perfect solution when tackling off-site maintenance, emergency situations...

How the Northwest was won.(Cover Story)
September 1, 2004... Announced in May, the Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau named those member contractors that excelled in all forms of construction. The following winners for the 2004 Outstanding Project of the Year Awards were chosen for excellence in design,...

The drywall truck of the future: an articulating crane company has designed the drywall truck of the future with real-world needs in mind.
September 1, 2004... Robert's Diesel Works Inc. has been in business for 15 years and has been selling new wallboard and articulating cranes for three years. Last year, the company sold and delivered more than 125 trucks with cranes, nationwide. [ILLUSTRATION...

When in foam ... new technologies in polyurethane foam offer window installers a choice.
September 1, 2004... Polyurethane foam used around windows offers the best insulating sealant on the market. However, in the past, window manufacturers voided their warranties if polyurethane foam was used. The reason being, if foam was applied inappropriately, it...

Seal the deal: practical guidelines for weather-tight vinyl window installation can help contractors how to reduce the risk of moisture intrusion in wall cavities.
September 1, 2004... "Window openings are extremely vulnerable," counsels Sylvio Plescia, chief project scientist for Canada's national housing agency. "One can have the best windows in the world but water eventually gets behind any wall cladding and finds its way...

Time out: when it's all too much, call a time out for the company's players and get on the same page.
September 1, 2004... Content not available due to copyright restrictions.

Delamination station.(Plaster Man)
September 1, 2004... It doesn't seem possible that five years have gone by since I started writing this column but this month marks that milestone. I want to thank the entire Walls & Ceilings staff for their help along the way and the great support and...

The evolution of EIFS with drainage.(The Finish Line)
September 1, 2004... The use of EIFS with drainage started in the '90s as a result of the idea that incorporating some sort of drainage capability into an EIFS-clad wall would help solve water intrusion problems on wood-frame buildings. This seems a bit odd...

Demonstrating code compliance using evaluation reports.(All Things Gypsum)
September 1, 2004... With constant improvements in the technology used to develop building materials and ever-increasing advancements in building design through the use of computers, it is a challenge for building officials to always know which new fangled products...

Let's get more familiar (part two).(The Green Thumb)
September 1, 2004... In part one, we began our discussion of the industry and environmental impacts concerning the growing use of light gauge metal framing as a viable alternative to traditional wood framing--particularly for residential structures. This month and...

Be a safe manager or go to jail.(All in Agreement)
September 1, 2004... Malfeasance is the act of intentionally doing something legally or morally wrong, which one had no right to do. It always involves dishonesty, illegality or knowingly exceeding authority for improper reasons. For example, you are the...

No way to run a business.(Smart Business)
September 1, 2004... Among the many hassles of uprooting one's residence is the need to establish new business relationships with all the people we rely on to keep up the household. When we moved last fall, we regretted leaving behind the plumbing, electrical and...

Third annual dry T-shirt contest.(Adventures in Drywall)
September 1, 2004... Well, it's that time again. Once again, my opinion counts for something. Oh sure, I get to boss my kids around whenever I get the urge (I'm not sure how much longer I will be able to do this, see the picture below). This is a Simon Cowell type...

Chip Macdonald.(Speaker Bios)
September 1, 2004... Chip Macdonald attended Bowdoin College, after which he worked as a residential carpenter and later a draftsman, estimator and project manager. He then started Cambridge Bullder's Service, expediting plans, specifications, bids and permits for...

Jim Olsztynski.(Speaker Bios)
September 1, 2004... Jim Olsztynski serves as editor of Supply House Times, editorial director of Plumbing & Mechanical, and consulting editor of PM Engineer, as well as editor-publisher of e-PHC Profit Report, an award-winning e-newsletter. He also writes a...

Ellen Rohr.(Speaker Bios)
September 1, 2004... Ellen Rohr nearly starved in her family's contracting business, until she learned how to make money. Ellen says, "The money won't just take care of itself. I can teach you how to keep track of the money, and make lots more of it!" Learn bare...

Nick Morettl.(Speaker Bios)
September 1, 2004... Nick Morettl is the Editor of Walls & Ceilings Magazine, and has worked on several other magazines with BNP Media since 1996. He brings years of journalism experience to the magazine, writing regular features and introduces each month's issue...

Millard Fuller.(Speaker Bios)
September 1, 2004... Millard Fuller is the founder and president of Habitat for Humanity International. His leadership has helped forge Habitat into a worldwide Christian housing ministry. He founded Habitat with his wife, Linda, in 1976. He travels and speaks...

Robert G. Thomas.(Speaker Bios)
September 1, 2004... EIFS consultant Robert G. Thomas Jr. has 25 years continuous experience exclusively with EIFS. Author of Walls & Ceilings' "Finish Line" column, he is a specialist in the finish system and related materials; building defect investigations;...

William E. Rogers.(Speaker Bios)
September 1, 2004... Executive Director of Plasterers' and Cement Masons' Job Corps William E. Rogers, began working in the plastering industry during summer breaks with his foster father at the age of 14. In 1985, he was elected by his fellow union members as the...

J. Dick Hopkins.(Speaker Bios)
September 1, 2004... J. Dick Hopkins is president of J. Dick Hopkins & Associates Inc., a Building Envelope Consulting Services firm established in 1989. J. Dick Hopkins & Associates provides consultation during the design, bidding and construction phases of a...

Bryan Barnes.(Speaker Bios)
September 1, 2004... Bryan Barnes' law practice primarily involves construction, surety, and specialty litigation including defense of products liability, toxic torts, and class actions, both in court and in arbitration. He is a member of the Defense Research...

John A. D'Annunzio.(Speaker Bios)
September 1, 2004... John A. D'Annunzio, president of Paragon Roofing Technology Inc., Shelby Township, Mich., has nearly 20 years experience in roofing and waterproofing consulting. He has published three books about roofing and is a technical columnist for...

Michael Gardner.(Speaker Bios)
September 1, 2004... Michael Gardner is the executive director of the Gypsum Association, an international trade association representing gypsum board manufacturers in the United States and Canada. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Conference schedule.(Calendar)
September 1, 2004... Sunday, November 7, 2004 5-8pm Conference Registration Open Monday, November 8, 2004 7am Conference Registration Open 7-8:30am Continental Breakfast--all registered attendees 8:30-10:30am INSURANCE * Most common...

Portable Heat Wave fes-series.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... FOSTORIA INDUSTRIES INC. Fostoria's "Heat Wave" Heater is becoming one of the top choices for construction companies throughout the USA. The Heat Wave can raise the temperature 40 degrees F in a building from 1,000 to 2,000 square feet at...

Texture line.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... SPRAYTEX INC. Spraytex Inc. is proud to announce the release of its expanded texture line, now including a water-based quick drying Industrial Orangepeel, Acoustic Plus with proprietary particles, Interior Sand Finish, and Exterior...

EIFS and Stucco repair.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... 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...

The original drywall/wall repair patch.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... PRO PATCH SYSTEMS INC. Save time and money with our five popular sizes of patches... 2 inch by 2 inch, 4 inch by 4 inch, 6 inch by 6 inch, 8 inch by 8 inch and 12 inch by 12 inch. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * Made of aluminum, they...

New and improved Channel Bender.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... NATHAN KIMMEL CO. A Nathan Kimmel Exclusive: The Channel Bender is the essential solution for creating custom contoured shapes at the job site. It handles 3/4- to 1 1/2-inch cornerbead and track to 3 5/8 inches, as well as Penn No. 15...

Prest-plate metal ceilings.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... AA-ABBINGDON AFFILIATES INC. This brochure features a variety of tin panel ceilings available from the company. These products include metal lay-in and nail-up panels, moldings, cornices and details, center medallions and kitchen...

1980 prices.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... Al's Taping Tools & Spray Equipment [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Al's $1,800.00 Discount on set of tools PLUS FREE $200.00 Parts PLUS FREE Pump and Ex. Box Handle Call 1-800-458-7895 If you read this article, please circle...

Commercial coatings.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... QUIKSPRAY INC. 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 is distributed...

Pay less for more!(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... TOTAL WALL INC. T-Wall Journeyman Acrylic Finish is a high quality trowel grade textured coating material. T-Wall Journeyman Acrylic Finish is pre-colored, pre-textured and ready to trowel on directly out of the pail. All T-Wall Journeyman...

Wall & Ceiling products.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... BY OUTWATER Architectural Products by Outwater Outwater's FREE 2004 Master Catalog features 40,000+ standard and innovative Wall and Ceiling decorative products including Architectural Moulding & Millwork, Decorative Metal & Polyurethane...

Need a heavier gauge?(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... 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...

Quick dust control barrier.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... ZIPWALL ZipWall barrier system protects your customer's home or office from dust. Easy-to-use, the ZipWall system enables you to screen off your work area in minutes. No tape, no ladders and no marred ceiling. It is available in a 13-foot...

OmegaFlex.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... OMEGA PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL OmegaFlex 100 percent Acrylic Finishes are manufactured with high-grade quality aggregates and proprietary additives that produce a superior, user-friendly, low-maintenance product. OmegaFlex finishes come in...

Rapid Joint[R] lightweight setting compound.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... LAFARGE NORTH AMERICA Rapid Joint[R]'s time-controlled hardening properties make it easy to meet the requirements of any project schedule. A chemically activated setting-type drywall compound, Rapid Joint[R] is available in four set...

SpeedRocker 3-in-1 multi-purpose drywall cutting tool.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... C. H. HANSON CO. The C. H. Hanson has introduced SpeedRocker[TM], a new, 3-in-1 multi-purpose tool that makes cutting and shaping of drywall, acoustical tile and insulation board easier, safer and more accurate. A combination knife, saw...

Texturing pumps.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... APLA-TECH INC. Apla-Tech introduces its line of patented pumps that can spray drywall textures (15-gallon T-Series shown). The 1-inch double diaphragm pump features a fluid flow rating of 35 gallons per minute. Lightweight design (59...

All-Wall.com online catalog.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... ALL-WALL All-Wall.com is not just any Web site, it's the largest, most detailed, online drywall tools catalog in the World! All-Wall.com has a huge selection of the finest drywall tools, taping tool parts, and repair services. Specializing...

Training Programs.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... PLASTER MAN WANTED: DISTRIBUTORS For Plaster Man's new Plaster Training Programs on DVD and VHS. E-mail Robin at robin@plasterzone.com for more details. See program descriptions at www.plasterzone.com. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] If...

Venetian plaster and tools.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... OLEA SPECIALTY PRODUCTS The Pavan 824/I finishing trowel and Novacolor marble-based Venetian plaster are a perfect duo for beautiful decorative finishes. Pavan trowels feature a mirror polished stainless steel blade with rounded corners...

Track Bender (model D150).(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... RADIUS TRACK CORP. Now save both time and money right on the job site! Get the Track Bender D150 at its best price ever. This tool curves 20 to 25 gauge standard track, studs or L-runner with deep flange up to 3 inches in length. The D150...

Polyurethane foam.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... FOMO PRODUCTS INC. Handi-Seal Window and Door Sealant is a closed cell polyurethane foam specifically formulated to create air tight seals around windows and doors with its low-pressure formulation. Available in two convenient dispensing...

Plaster finishes.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... VERO Vero is the U.S. sole distributor of Rialto authentic Italian plaster finishes for both interior and exterior wall surfaces. Whether you choose our slaked lime or resin-based finishes, we have more than 400 colors to choose from, or...

New foam coating system.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... DEMAND PRODUCTS INC. The most innovative and versatile coating system available. A professional quality shape coating system for interior and exterior moldings. Capable of coating moldings up to 36 inches wide by 18 inches high with up to...

The complete solution for continuous mixing jobs.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... STRONG MANUFACTURING The CM-1 is a compact, lightweight mixer handled easily by two men, transported to job in small truck or van and easy to move around job site. The mixer operates off of 120V power, only requires garden hose for water...

Interior noise control.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... FABRI TRAK Fabri Trak[R] is a compilation of unique patented products that provide a method of utilizing fabric as an architectural finish. It is a cost-effective tool for creating and enhancing interior environments with function, form,...

Tape and float stucco.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... GLOBAL COATINGS Carrara is a fiber-cement board stucco that goes up like drywall and plaster. One should use finishers to tape and float seams and plasterers to apply a cement-free finish. It is designed as a smarter way to create the look...

54-inch drywall wall hoist.(Product & Literature Showcase)
September 1, 2004... RAYCRAFT INC. One person can easily hoist the largest piece of drywall. Hoist drywall up an 8-12 foot wall in 20 seconds. Simply find the center of the drywall and place it on the sling. Crank the hoist with one hand and steady with the...

Insulation blanket.(The Toolbox)
September 1, 2004... PACOR INC. The Valulite Fiberglass Insulation is made from borosilicate glass fibers, which are bonded with a thermosetting resin. This lightweight, highly resilient blanket-type thermal and acoustical insulation is made for applications...

Plaster system.(The Toolbox)
September 1, 2004... KRATOS WALLS SYSTEMS The Kratos System incorporates a dual acting membrane applied directly to the existing subsurface inhibiting mold and fungus also protecting the surface from water intrusion while allowing vapor transmission from the...

Safety caddy.(The Toolbox)
September 1, 2004... BEE SAFETY WISE The LadderMaxx fastens securely to the top of a stepladder to keep tools close at hand and keeps electrical cords off the steps of the ladder. The product provides safety and convenience for painters, electricians,...

High abuse gypsum panel.(The Toolbox)
September 1, 2004... NATIONAL GYPSUM CO. The Hi-Impact Brand XP Wallboard is an improved abuse-, impact- and penetration-resistant gypsum panel that provides greater overall performance than fiber-reinforced gypsum panels. It is also designed to meet the...

Tape and float stucco.(The Toolbox)
September 1, 2004... GLOBAL COATINGS Carrara is a fiber-cement board stucco that goes up like drywall and plaster. One should use finishers to tape and float seams and plasterers to apply a cement-free finish. It is designed as a smarter way to create the look...

Bi-metal utility blades and knives.(The Toolbox)
September 1, 2004... LENOX The Gold bi-metal utility blade features a titanium nitride coated edge, which offers up to five times life when compared to standard carbon steel blades. The blade is complemented with the company's Gold utility knife, which has a...