Floor Covering Installer articles from June 2003

Floor Covering Installer archives from June 2003

2003 FCI Directory & Buying Guide: your total floor covering information resource. (Publisher's Note).
June 1, 2003... Information is the key to competing in this fast-paced and highly competitive business environment. With so many new floor covering products being introduced each year, it is vital for you, the professional installer, to have instant access to...

Bond Products. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... Introduces...Carpet Binder Models PBL-1X & PBL-2X We have been listening to our customers and have heard their need for a faster running portable binder. Now increase your binding speed up to 25% with our new PBL-1X & 2X models. Also ask...

Crain Cutter Company, Inc. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... No. 695 Carpet Take-up Roller Pulls up to 182 widths of glued-down carpet with only one man. The long handle provides powerful leverage. The excess carpet feeds our the back. It doesn't wind around the roller, which is difficult to unroll....

Hardwood Industry. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... The EZ PRO INJECTOR[TM] a heavy-duty injection system for Hardwood Flooring. Glue penetrates a 1/16" drilled hole, fills the void/hollow spot and eliminates detection. Forget about spending all your time and effort in tearing up a floor just to...

Novalis. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... Novalis Launches Palazzo[TM] Luxury Tile & Plank Novalis Launches Palazzo[TM], a collection of 12"x12" tiles and 4"x36" planks that mimic slate, stone and wood. Palazzo's Unique L-Bevels provides the beauty of a seamless grouted floor....

GE Protimeter. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... GE Protimeter Introduces Hygromaster Floor Kit The new Protimeter Hygromaster Floor kit allows users to measure moisture in concrete slabs using the new ASTM F2170 standard. This standard is an alternative to the frequently used calcium...

Knee-ze. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... Knee-ze Floor Dollys Two new knee dollys designed by flooring installers. Two Ensolite Padded models; the contractor model and the junior model. The contractor model is made of a durable oak frame and 1/4" PVC knee cups. Our Junior Model...

The Florheat Company. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... "EasyFLoor[TM]" is an easy to assemble, snap together system that goes together like toy building blocks. You can easily form this new, radiant floor heating system to fit any room configuration. There is a dramatic savings in heating cost over...

ProSource. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... ProSource Wholesale Floorcoverings has introduced its Distinctive Origins Hardwood Collection to meet the growing demand for distinctive hardwood flooring in new homes and remodeling projects. All the latest exotic hardwood flooring styles...

Mapei. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... Ultratop[TM] is a self-leveling concrete topping designed for fast track resurfacing and interior construction of horizontal wear surfaces in high traffic areas. Ultratop provides the ultimate palette for designing unique and artistic floors...

ProKnee. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... ProKnee[R] introduces its new Goof Proof[TM] Wall Trimmer Beginner to professional cuts in glue down carper, carpet tiles and soft sheet goods in under sixty seconds using standard slotted blades the can be adjusted super quickly for height...

Racatac. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... The RACATAC[TM] is a new installer-designed tool that approaches working on your knees in a whole new way. Instead of sitting back on your heels, the adjustable seat provides the support, while taking pressure off knees, ankles and toes,...

Porta-Nails. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... The New & Improved Porta-Nailer Hammerhead Model 402 From PNI Porta-Nails, Inc. recently introduced a new and improved version of the Porta-Nailer Hammerhead. The new 402 Porta-Nailer is easier to use than ever before and has been...

Carpet Shim. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... New from Carpet Shims, Ltd Side Shims finishes transitions easily! Side Shims are used in conjunction with the Original 32" x 8', Carpet Shims to solve the height difference between carpet and ceramic or hardwood floors. Made of the same...

Turbo heat welding tools. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... The Master Turbo Groover With new features such as grooving straight lines, grooving in reverse to the walls, grooving in circles or curves. It becomes unique of it's kind, they claim. Circle #83 on the Reader inquiry Card.

Orcon. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... Orcon is proud to offer a full line of products ranging from Professional wet saws and cutters, to ergonomic trowels and accessories. Orcon has everything the installer needs to get the job done right the first time. www.orcon.com,...

Crain Cutter Company, Inc. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... No. 860 VCT Tile Box Grabber Get a hold of those 60 lb. vinyl tile boxes fast. Place the tool over the box and pull up. As you lift, the jaws instantly close and securely hold the box. Adjusts for 122, 162 and 182 boxes. Circle #85 on the...

Airsled, Inc. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... Airsled[R] celebrates 20 years of solving load movement problems using innovative designs. Airsleds[R] can easily move heavy loads into tight places without damage to floors, overhangs or equipment. Since low force is required to move heavy...

C.H. Hanson. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... C.H. Hanson's a-SQUARE[R] folding squares provide the accuracy and handiness of conventional utility and framing squares, but can be folded to the profile of a yardstick for convenient storage. A-SQUARE models feature a patented...

Teq-2100 Co. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... Teq 2100 makes the following anti-peak seam tapes: Patented Teq-50 features silicone treated paper, the GRID-LOK scrim, and real steel bars. Teq-Gold The Berber Buster, is perfect for berbers and soft-backed style carpets. Teq-50 d/s is...

James Hardie. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... James Hardie releases Hardibacker EZ Grid James Hardie Building Products has announced a new generation of its popular Hardibacker Ultimate Cement Board, with Hardibacker EZ Grid. Designed with a one-inch guide, Hardibacker EZ grid is...

Custom building products. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... RedGard[TM] Waterproofing and Anti-Fracture Membrane (formerly known as LevelQuik[TM] Waterproofing and Anti-Fracture Membrane), is a water-based, easy-to-use, elastomeric membrane that is easily applied with a roller, trowel or sprayer,...

Tramex Ltd. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... NEW Tramex CRH, the latest and most advanced moisture and relative humidity meter. The CRH combines 4 testing modes: * Moisture content (non-destructive impedance method.) * Internal relative humidity in concrete to ASTM F2170....

Aqua Mix. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... Aqua Mix offers myriad solutions for tile, stone and grout care Aqua Mix offers a variety of products for tile, stone and grout care. The company's daily use cleaners are nontoxic and are designed to remove soap scum and food stains from...

Wagner. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... Wagner Electronics releases MMC/MMI moisture meters Wagner Electronics announces the release of their MMC/MMI Series moisture meters. This new line of handheld meters was designed for use by flooring professionals, wood product...

Sinclair. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... Sinclair offers Planetary Grinders Sinclair introduces of an advanced line of Planetary Grinders. "DiaLogic" is available in 3 models: 530 (21-inch), 680 (27-inch), 820 (32-inch). Designed for wet or dry grinding of marble, terrazzo,...

Fortin Bros. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... Fortin Brothers designs, develops and manufactures industrial floor covering tools. With over 40 years experience, the company brings to the industry the knowledge required to develop tools for professional floor installers like yourself....

Beno J. Gundlach Co. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... These patented Tips allow carpet edges to be sealed with any hot melt glue compatible with carpet backings. The unique design of these Tips assures excess glue is directed onto the backing of the carpet. Circle #97 on the Reader Inquiry Card.

Lignomat. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... Lignomat offers a Professional Package P-6 including a pinless meter for quick-scan of large areas, a pin meter to pinpoint source of problem, Electrodes E16 to measure concrete and other building materials, Electrode E12 to measure through...

M-tec. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... M-tec Mono-mix features variable-speed motor M-tec's highly versatile Mono-mix mixing pump is ideal for all kinds of self-levelling flooring products, according to M-tec. The Mono-mix features a variable speed motor with 4 different rpm...

M-D Building. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... M-D Bldg Products Introduces Color Select Wall Base Program Looking to satisfy the need for the most requested vinyl wall base colors at the right price, M-D presents a preferred 12-color line of vinyl wall base for professionals. The new...

Innovatech. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... Innovatech introduces Schwamborn BEF 301 scarifier Innovatech Products & Equipment Co. introduces the Schwamborn BEF 301 12-inch scarifier to its line of surface preparation equipment. The Schwamborn BEE 301 features forward and reverse...

National carpet equipment. (Products Literature On Display).
June 1, 2003... #5110 Panther[R] Electric Ride-On Floor Prep System This easy, safe, and ergonomically designed machine is 110 volts and draws under 13 amps, fully loaded. Complete hydraulic operation. The exclusive reversable swivel head keeps the blade...

Products Directory.(Directory)
June 1, 2003... An alphabetical cross reference of all floor covering products and accessories and their manufacturers. ADDITIVES--Grouts, Mortars and Latex Amco Tool, Roanoke Companies Boiardi Products Corporation Bonsat American Bostik...

Manufacturers. (A-D).(Directory)
June 1, 2003... The manufacturers in this section are those from whom we have received forms. This list is by no means all of the manufacturers in our industry and should not be interpreted as such. If you are a manufacturer and would like to be listed in...

Manufacturers. (E-M).(Directory)
June 1, 2003... E E&E CONSUMER PRODUCTS, 7200 Miller Or., Warren, Ml 48092 810-078-3880: 800-854-3577 Fax: 810-078-8400 E-Mail Address/URL: kshore@beeng.com or www.squeakeoder.com Natl. Sales Mgr.: Ken Shore. C.E.O.: Malt Hirzel. Mktg. Asst.: Shlela...

Manufacturers. (N-Z).(Directory)
June 1, 2003... N N-C CARPET BINDING & EQUIPMENT CORP., 858 Summer Ave., Newark, NJ 07104 (973) 481-3500 Fax: (973) 481-0839 E-Mail Address/URL: n-ccarpetlaol.com or www.n-ccarpet.com Owner: Mark Caplan. Owner: Mal Maher. V.P-Sales: Mal Maher. ...

Industry Associations.
June 1, 2003... ALLIANCE FOR FLEXIBLE POLYURETHANE FOAM 1300 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22209 (800) 696-AFPF Fax: (703) 741-5655 info@afpf.com www.afpf.com Neeva-Gayle Candelori AMERICAN FLOORCOVERING ALLIANCE 210 W....

Certified Floor Covering Inspection Services.
June 1, 2003... Following are paid listings of Certified Floor Covering Inspection Services individuals/firms. This list is by no means all of the certified floor covering inspection firms in our industry and should not be interpreted that way. If you are a...

Technical training schools.
June 1, 2003... The installation and technical training schools in this section are those from whom we received information or were otherwise able to identify. This list by no means includes all installation and technical training schools and should not be...