Contractor articles from August 2003

Contractor archives from August 2003

Goldner goes to bat for Phillies.(Herman Goldner Co., Philadelphia Phillies)(Industry News)
August 1, 2003... PHILADELPHIA -- Next April, the Philadelphia Phillies will open Citizens Bank Park, a new showplace ballpark with real grass, unlike the infamous artificial turf of the old Veterans Stadium. All the mechanicals are being installed by a joint...

AMPAM's future is open to speculation.(American Plumbing and Mechanical Inc.)(Industry News)
August 1, 2003... ROUND ROCK, TEXAS--American Plumbing and Mechanical Inc. announced in mid-July that Robert C. Richey had rejoined the company and would manage single-family plumbing operations in California, Nevada and Arizona. He is also rejoining the...

Boiler-based water heating growing.(Industry News)(Industry Overview)
August 1, 2003... SAN JOSE, CALIF.--Americans' love affair with whirlpool tubs, hydronic towel warmers and other large consumers of hot water may be beginning to alter the domestic hot water market, a consulting firm here said. Tankless and boiler water...

'Unique' radiant system in wholesaler's warehouse.(West Side Plumbing Supply)(Industry News)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... SPECIAL TO CONTRACTOR HILLSIDE, N.J.--Next to its existing 18,000-sq.-ft. facility here, West Side Plumbing Supply has opened a new 10,000-sq.-ft. warehouse that is heated by a state-of-the-art radiant system. A grand opening and trade...

GSW, CPSC announce recall of water heater temperature controls.(GSW Industries, US Consumer Product Safety Commission)(Industry News)
August 1, 2003... WASHINGTON, D.C.--Water heater manufacturer GSW Industries Inc. and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a voluntary recall of S.I.T. gas temperature controls on GSW water heaters. The gas controls were manufactured in Mexico...

Calif. city gives away water-saving fixtures.(Rialto, California)(Industry News)
August 1, 2003... RIALTO, CALIF.--The city of Rialto is experiencing such a severe water shortage that it's giving away Home Depot gift cards specifically for water saving toilets and showerheads. In mid-July the city called on its citizens, businesses and...

New prison receives high-efficiency boiler backup.(State Correctional Institution, Fayette, Pennsylvania)(Industry News)
August 1, 2003... FAYETTE, PA.--When a government--be it city, state or federal--steps up to pay for a public building, it will always demand a heating system both dependable and efficient. But issues of dependability and efficiency become even more important...

Low-flush toilets take bean curd test.(Industry News)
August 1, 2003... MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO--Researchers are conducting yet another round of toilet testing, and the bean curd will inevitably hit the fan as some toilet manufacturers are displeased with the results. Nevertheless, one of the researchers, John...

Woman contractor piles up awards.(Emily Hoffman)(Industry News)
August 1, 2003... MECHANICSBURG, PA. -- The mind of Emily Hoffman is constantly whirring. The Pennsylvania contractor has been named Ernst & Young 2003 Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year in central and eastern Pennsylvania; one of Pennsylvania's Best 50 Women in...

William "Bill" Miller.(dies)(Brief Article)(Obituary)(Biography)
August 1, 2003... * William "Bill" Miller, a contractor featured in the March issue of CONTRACTOR (pg. 7), died July 10 after a long-fought battle with cancer. He owned and operated Miller's Plumbing in Herrin, III., for 25 years. Survivors include his wife, two...

The state of California has adopted model building and tire codes of the National Fire Protection Association.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... * The state of California has adopted model building and fire codes of the National Fire Protection Association. The California Building Standards Commission voted to adopt NFPA 5000, Building Construction and Safety Code and NFPA 1, Uniform...

The National Oilheat Research Alliance.(Oilheat Management Workshop, Connecticut)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... * The National Oilheat Research Alliance has scheduled a four-day Oilheat Management Workshop Oct. 6-10 at the Simsbury Inn in northern Connecticut. The retreat will consist of eight sessions presented by oilheat educators and consultants....

The National Institute of Building Sciences, the U.S. Department of Energy, the Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the U.S. General Services Administration are cosponsoring M5, a two-day symposium presenting viewpoints in medicine, law and risk management relating to the effects of mold in buildings.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... * The National Institute of Building Sciences, the U.S. Department of Energy, the Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the U.S. General Services Administration are cosponsoring M5, a two-day symposium presenting viewpoints in medicine, law and...

American Society of Sanitary Engineering.(endorsing International Sanitation and Heating North America)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... * ISH North America has announced that the American Society of Sanitary Engineering, based in Westlake, Ohio, has become an endorser of the ISH-NA show. The event will be held Oct. 1-3 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Convention Center in...

Philadelphia Eagles'.(new stadium lacks public drinking fountains)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... * During a public tour of the Philadelphia Eagles' new stadium, it was discovered that the venue lacks drinking fountains for the average fan. Philadelphia plumbing codes require drinking fountains in all places of public assembly, but the...

New Kamco facility to speed shipments.(Industry News)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... OAKVILLE, ONTARIO--About 150 guests, vendors and employees attended the official opening June 20 of Kamco Products' new location here. Activities for the day included: guided tours of the plant, which manufactures polyethylene-coated copper...

ISH to feature design, new product showcases.(International Sanitation and Heating)(Industry News)
August 1, 2003... LAS VEGAS--ISH North America will host its Design Plus exhibit featuring European products recognized for their outstanding and innovative design. ISH-NA will be held Oct. 1-3 at the new Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Convention Center here. ...

EMCOR gets top kudos from consulting firm.(Frost and Sullivan)(Industry News)
August 1, 2003... NORWALK, CONN.--EMCOR Group Inc., the nation's largest mechanical and electrical contractor, has received two prestigious awards from Frost & Sullivan, a global consulting firm. Frost & Sullivan honored EMCOR with its 2003 Customer Value...

Burnham jacket promotion.(Burnham Hydronics)(Industry News)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... LANCASTER, PA.--Plumbing and heating contractors who purchase a Burnham Hydronics residential boiler in August from a participating Burnham distributor can receive a 2003 Burnham limited edition jacket; to receive the jacket, contractors should...

Heat-fab celebrates 25th year.(Industry News)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... TURNERS FALLS, MASS.--Heat-fab, a manufacturer of high-performance products for the hearth and heating industries, celebrated its 25th anniversary June 21 by sponsoring a community open house. The event featured factory tours as well as the...

ImproveNet, Homestore ally.(Industry News)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ.--ImproveNet Inc., a provider of software, online contractor matching services and marketing programs for the building industry, has entered into an agreement with Homestore Inc., a supplier of Internet real estate content for...

MCAA backs bill giving tax break for fire sprinklers.(Industry News)(Mechanical Contractors Association of America)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... ROCKVILLE, MD.--Mechanical Contractors Association of America and local MCA affiliates have been meeting with the staffs of U.S. Reps. Curt Weldon, R-Pa., and James Langevin, D-R.I., about their bill, H.R. 1824, which would provide a...

Hispanic group uses Craig column.(Letters)(H. Kent Craig)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... DENVER--Hispanic Contractors of Colorado is a small nonprofit association located in Denver. We were awarded a grant to produce continuing education materials for minority contractors. One of those materials is a resource CD. One of the...

Radiant living delivers for mailman.(Letters)
August 1, 2003... MULLICA HILL, NJ.--I am a mail carrier and while I was delivering mail today I delivered several CONTRACTOR magazines in the plastic bag with the Radiant Living insert about radiant heating systems. I am currently having plans drawn up for...

TDIndustries clarifies profit figure.(Letters)
August 1, 2003... DALLAS--TDIndustries would like to apologize for the miscommunication regarding net profits that were published in the "2003 Giants" issue of CONTRACTOR magazine (May, pg. 1). In looking through our files we noticed that after receiving the...

Yates answers recirculation question.(Letters)
August 1, 2003... VIA E-MAIL--I read Dave Yates' columns articles on your Web site, www.contractormag.com, and I have found them informative. Now I have a quick and simple question: The builder of my (two-year-old) house installed this Grundfos...

Meeting today's hot water challenges.(Letters)
August 1, 2003... ATHENS, TENN--Wow, did I like Dave Yates' article on the hot water needs and demands of our modern--day, upscale customers ("Sizing water heaters for big demands, "April, pg. 36)! I am looking forward to Dave's answers to the questions he...

ARI welcomes front-page coverage, editorial.(Letters)
August 1, 2003... ARLINGTON, VA.--It's great to see ARI's name in CONTRACTOR--on the front page of the July issue ("Court strikes down California energy roles") and the editorial page too ("Vo-tech schools need federal funds, and more," pg. 44). Thanks for...

Auxiliary says thank you.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2003... BATON ROUGE, LA.--As an executive officer in the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Auxiliary, I would like to extend my personal gratitude for all that you do for us. The Robert M. Cox Awards allows the Auxiliary to promote the...

Canadians like energy ideas.(Letters)
August 1, 2003... TORONTO--Dave Yates' column on energy savings at 120[degrees]F ("Storing water at 120[degrees]F doesn't save energy," March, pg. 24) is terrific! We have shared it with the Canadian industry. Thanks for your timely articles! RALPH SUPPA...

Reader agrees with Sanders.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2003... BRIDGEVIEW, ILL.--I thought Weldbend's advertisement in the February issue of CONTRACTOR magazine (pgs. 24-25) was outstanding. I couldn't agree more with U.S. Rep. Bernie Sanders' article, which was reprinted in the ad and headlined "The big...

You can't be all things to all customers.(Schmitt On Management)
August 1, 2003... THERE ARE BASIC truths that apply to all businesses. You can't be all things to all customers. You can have great service, you can provide a quality product, you can have the lowest prices, but you cannot have all three and survive. ...

Contractors aid Make-A-Wish.(Schmitt On Management)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... DOWNERS GROVE, ILL -- The Plumbing and Piping Industry of Northern Illinois has received the Fountain of Hope Award for 2003 from the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Northern Illinois. The award recognizes the industry's contributions to Make-A-Wish...

Green restrooms: new technology will aid the environment--and your business opportunities--in the coming decade.(Water Conservation)
August 1, 2003... THERE HAS BEEN rapidly growing interest in green building over the past several years--focusing on everything from "daylighting" and energy efficiency to material selection and indoor air quality. But what about restrooms? While often...

Snow-melt commissioning eases your life later.(Eatherton On Hydronics)
August 1, 2003... ONE OF THE MOST overlooked aspects of starting any hydronic heating system has to be the commissioning process. This is the one area that needs more attention on every job. If you don't know where you've been, how are you going to know where...

Hydroair: the best of both worlds.(Hydronics)
August 1, 2003... In Hebron, Maine, the winters are long. We have an interesting snow removal system--it's called July. Average summer temperatures in the state range between 62[degrees]F to 66[degrees]F; as you might guess, there isn't a great demand for...

You'll find a scanner indispensable.(Feldmans On Computers)
August 1, 2003... OPTICAL SCANNERS FALL into that category of electronics that, once adopted, you wonder why you waited so long. Scanners transfer text or graphics from hard copy sources to computers for storage, faxing, e-mailing, enlarging or reducing an...

Letters of intent are popular but limited.(McGreevy On Law)
August 1, 2003... I HAVE WRITTEN before about this odd creature, the letter of intent, but the phone calls I get from clients convince me that there is still a lot of misunderstanding about what a letter of intent can do, and where danger lurks. In the...

Why your firm shouldn't own life insurance.(Blackman On Taxes)
August 1, 2003... IT IS RARE indeed that we look over the life insurance program of a business-owner client without finding a potentially expensive tax blunder--sometimes the income tax, sometimes the estate tax. Usually both. What's the most common...

Establish your presence early in job.(Craig on Project Management)
August 1, 2003... WHILE NO SINGLE DAY in a project is any more important than any other day, I maintain that the initial phase, those first few days to first month of a new job, is a whole lot more important than the middle and end phases. If you proceed...

"You're struggling too hard to make top profits in the plumbing & heating business.".
August 1, 2003... It's no secret that, for most Plumbing & Heating Contractors, marketing is a puzzling and frustrating task. Spending money on advertising is more painful than a visit to the dentist. But competition is relentless... and getting tougher. ...

Legionnaires' disease on the rise in the U.S.(Industry News)
August 1, 2003... MCLEAN, VA.--With the number of Legionnaires' disease cases increasing at alarming rates throughout various regions of the United States, local communities and industries are turning to government authorities and water treatment experts for...

Murphy Co.(Contractors)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... PATRICK MURPHY JR. has been promoted to senior vice president/sales and marketing at Murphy Co., Mechanical Contractors of St. Louis. He has been with the company since 1995.

DECCO, located in Brookline, N.H., is a provider of mechanical and process-related contracting services.(Contractors)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... DECCO, located in Brookline, N.H., is a provider of mechanical and process-related contracting services. It has recognized the following partners for more than 15 years of service: Dave Dauphinais, Lee Hambrick, Ivan Krakow, Daniel Tocci Jr.,...

The Unified Group, a national organization of independent mechanical contractors based in Broadview, Ill., has formed a board of advisers.(Contractors)
August 1, 2003... The Unified Group, a national organization of independent mechanical contractors based in Broadview, Ill., has formed a board of advisers. Serving two-year terms as chairs and co-chairs of the new board are: Mark Indursky, owner of Encon...

Mechanical Contractors Association of America.(Contractors)
August 1, 2003... The Mechanical Contractors Association of America has elected Robert T. Armistead to its board of directors during the association's 114th annual meeting in Palm Desert, Calif. He is president of Armistead Mechanical in Waldwick, N.J., and...

Shaw Mechanical.(Contractors)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Mark Woehrle has been named manager of construction services at Shaw Mechanical, a new construction contractor in Orlando, Fla. He has more than 17 years experience in HVAC and plumbing contracting, including design/build and plan and...

West Michigan Mechanical Contractors Association.(Contractors)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... The West Michigan Mechanical Contractors Association has elected Tom VanderHyde, president of Rite-Way Plumbing and Heating, president. Jim Cox, president of Pressures and Pipes, has been named vice president. Bruce Mersman, president of Bosch...

S.I. Goldman/Comfort Systems USA.(Contractors)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... David Yates has been promoted to assistant vice president/manager of field operations for S.I. Goldman/Comfort Systems USA. Having joined the company in 1990, Yates most recently held the position of manager of field operations. He brings more...

Mechanical Contractors Association of Wisconsin.(Contractors)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... The Mechanical Contractors Association of Wisconsin has announced the election of the following individuals to serve as officers for 2003-2004: president, Charles Falch, Bartingale Mechanical, Eau Claire, Wis.; vice president, Ed Tonn Jr.,...

IAPMO.(Contractors)(International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Jay Peters was recently named IAPMO's senior director of codes and education. He will oversee the entire code development process, the development of IAPMO's educational programs and serve as the standards council secretary. He has worked in...

Fluidmaster.(Manufacturers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Fluidmaster has appointed Bill Axline to the position of executive vice president/chief operating officer. He is a 33-year veteran of the hardware industry, and comes to the company after serving as president and CEO for Distribution America, a...

Moen.(Manufacturers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Moen has promoted Gary Pember to director/bath marketing. Pember joined the company in July 1999 as a group product manager. He previously held key marketing positions at Rubbermaid, the Coleman Co. and Del Monte. Earlier this year, David B....

Lochinvar.(Manufacturers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Lochinvar has named Ken Peters its 2002 Salesman of the Year. Peters, who covers eastern Michigan, increased sales in his territory more than 20%.

Grundfos.(Manufacturers)(Grundfos Sales Co.)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Grundfos has appointed Larry Wimmer president of the Grundfos Sales Co. in the United States. He will also remain president of the Grundfos Manufacturing Co.

Danze.(Manufacturers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Danze has announced several changes to its sales staff as part of a wider restructuring effort. Sharon Brady-Overby has been named national sales manager/retail. Also joining the retail division is Faith Walker who has been appointed eastern...

In-Sink-Erator.(Manufacturers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... Pamela Hammersly has been promoted to senior district sales manager covering Southern California for In-Sink-Erator. She has spent her past seven years with the company as a district sales manager.

La-Co Industries/Markal Co.(Manufacturers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... La-Co Industries/Markal Co. has hired David Mannerino as product marketing specialist for the company's plumbing business unit. He has had a 15-year career in the plumbing products industry, having held various sales and marketing positions...

Haws Corp.(Manufacturers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... The Haws Corp. has announced its latest move in its sales management restructuring by promoting Margo Mee to sales manager. She joined Haws in 1997 and previously was sales coordinator and administrative manager.

The Kingsly faucet collection.(editor's choice)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE KINGSLY FAUCET COLLECTION features a style that takes its inspiration from turn-of-the-century ornamental and antique Shaker design. The use of understated detailing allows it to match a wide variety of decor. New Roman tub models (pictured...

The Bulldog HC1100C series torch.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE BULLDOG HC1100C SERIES TORCH is designed for scrap yard and demolition jobs where operators can make the most of its lightweight, maneuverable design. The LP propane/ natural gas torch can cut through material up to 14" thick. A sleek,...

Shockwave sanitizer/disinfectant/cleaner concentrate.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... SHOCKWAVE SANITIZER/ DISINFECTANT/CLEANER CONCENTRATE is designed specifically for mold remediation contractors, The microbial is formulated for both porous and nonporous surfaces. It comes in 10 oz bottles, each of which is diluted for five...

The easyfloor radiant floor heating system.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE EASYFL00R RADIANT FLOOR HEATING SYSTEM is a cost-effective solution for heating homes in cold weather regions. It is easy to install and provides an even, comfortable temperature throughout the house. The modular system snaps together like...

The magnum food prep sink.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE MAGNUM FOOD PREP SINK is modeled after the ones in professional kitchens. It features deep bowls and a variety of deck and in-bowl accessories. Three models are available, each equipped with a wooden knife rack and either two or three...

The scenic single hole lavatory faucet.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE SCENIC SINGLE HOLE LAVATORY FAUCET features a contemporary design that includes a stylish pull up drain and modern curves ideal for contemporary bath decors. It offers double brass construction and a durable finish. Harrington Brass...

The Type 375 true union ball valve.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE TYPE 375 TRUE UNION BALL VALVE is NSF 61 certified for potable water usage. The corrosion-resistant valve has a 10,000 cycle life. Double-blocking action and minimal maintenance make it ideal for applications in chemical, water/ wastewater,...

The Jasmin washlet personal hygiene system.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE JASMIN WASHLET PERSONAL HYGIENE SYSTEM is a special seat that turns an ordinary toilet into a cleansing unit. It features a gentle front and back aerated warm water spray which can be regulated for preferred pressure and temperature....

This submersible sludge pump.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THIS SUBMERSIBLE SLUDGE PUMP features a narrow profile design that is suited for installations in manholes or other narrow areas. The mechanical seal components are separated from the particulate and/or contaminate-laden fluid or sludge, making...

The hydroguard shower valve.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE HYDROGUARD SHOWER VALVE provides both temperature and pressure control. It features back-to-back installation, ideal for hotels, assisted living facilities and multi-family dwellings. Single cartridge design makes the valve easy to repair....

Custom tile murals.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... CUSTOM TILE MURALS are available within as little as two weeks of order. The process can use any artwork, graphic design or photography directly. Tile art is ideal for kitchen, bathroom and shower backsplashes, pools and spas, fountains and...

The magic square sink.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE MAGIC SQUARE SINK has a slightly angled, square mosaic tray that makes water seem to disappear into the drain below. Previously only available in a vessel-mounted version, the sink can now be vessel mounted or dropped in. It is available in...

The LCD-7UL aerial snow controller.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE LCD-7UL AERIAL SNOW CONTROLLER directly controls heaters for small areas including sidewalks, steps and wheelchair ramps. The affordably-priced unit is able to estimate melting completion times to reduce overall heater operation, saving...

This new job saw.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THIS NEW JOB SAW has a locking blade clamp made from heavy-duty steel that allows for fast, tool-less blade changes. It uses Sawzall reciprocating saw blades, and features an ergonomic handle with soft grip overmolding for user comfort. It is...

The mach series boiler.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE MACH SERIES BOILER combines the latest cast aluminum metallurgy with advanced burner and control technologies. It is certified at 92% efficiency and operates across a 5:1 turndown ratio which is infinitely adjustable from 20% to 100% of...

Eleven PVD finish options.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... ELEVEN PVD FINISH OPTIONS are now available for use on its line of faucets. Physical Vapor Deposition finishes are highly durable, and will not tarnish or corrode over time. Three PVD finishes are exclusive to the company: English Rubbed...

The forte line of faucets.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE FORTE LINE OF FAUCETS feature a versatile design able to complement a wide variety of kitchen and bathroom decors. Its sleek, arching lines are both attractive and easy to keep clean. It is offered in widespread, centerset, showerheads, tub...

The pharma collection.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE PARMA COLLECTION of coordinated decorative faucet and bath accessories is easily distinguished by its clean lines and cylindrical shapes. The collection includes six different styles of lavatory faucet, including single hole deck mount...

Series 400 multimeters.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... SERIES 400 MULTIMETERS come in five models, all rated CAT III-600 v. The series includes low current ranges for use with clamp-on adapters, audible and visible input warnings and a display of large 1" digits. Two models of the series have...

Tig-mate starter packs.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... TIG-MATE STARTER PACKS provide a Pro-Torch TIG torch, Harris flowmeter/regulator, parts kit, work cable, hoses and adapters all packaged in a rugged and padded protective carrying case. The packs make it easy for those new to welding to...

Towel radiators.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... TOWEL RADIATORS can provide the primary or supplemental heat to a bathroom, mud room, or any other small room. They dry and warm towels, preventing mildew and providing a comfortable experience to bathers just out of the tub or shower. They...

The transitional shower system.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE TRANSITIONAL SHOWER SYSTEM features solid brass construction and is available in over 35 finishes and 41 handle trim options. Designed to bridge the gap between traditional and modern styles, the user is able to customize the system to...

The model 122XL copper cutting and prep machine.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE MODEL 122XL COPPER CUTTING AND PREP MACHINE allows the user to cut, clean and debur 1/2" to 4" tubing and ream 1/2" to 2" tubing quickly and professionally. An optional, quick-change fitting brush system and storage rack allows the...

The Michael Andretti signature series pliers.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE MICHAEL ANDRETTI SIGNATURE SERIES PLIERS are 9" side-cutting pliers from the popular Journeyman line. They feature Michael Andretti's signature and the Klein Tools racing logo etched on the head. The pliers have contoured, cushioned handles...

The Norseal V860 foam.(Products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2003... THE NORSEAL V860 FOAM is a closed-cell, 15 lb. density foam ideal for construction or industrial cushioning and vibration dampening applications. An economical alternative to urethanes, the foam can be ordered with or without pressure sensitive...