Construction Distribution back issues from August 2006:
A new normal?(Editorial Comment)
Aug 01, 2006; ... Over the last five, six years the residential building industry has been streaking ahead with a no holds barred attitude. A record year followed on the heels of another record year. Suddenly, it seems, the same builders have hit the brakes. What gives? In some areas of the ...
Vegas workshop speakers announced.(Association News)
Aug 01, 2006 ... At STAFDA's 30th annual convention and trade show in Las Vegas, NV, Nov. 13-15, four concurrent workshops will be offered Monday afternoon, Nov. 13. The 90-minute programs, all held at the Las Vegas Hilton hotel, repeat so members may attend the two sessions of most interest to them ....
Meeker receives RCMA's highest honor.(NEWS: ROOF COATINGS MANUFACTURERS ASSN.)
Aug 01, 2006 ... The Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA) named Donald W. Meeker, president/CEO, Central Fiber Corporation, Wellsville, KS, as the recipient of the RCMA's prestigious Martin A. Davis RCMA Industry Leadership Award. This award, the highest tribute bestowed by the RCMA, ...
ECTC and association partners meet in D.C.(NEWS: EROSION CONTROL TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL)
Aug 01, 2006 ... To understand industry needs and ways to meet those needs, the Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) spent time with several association partners in Washington, D.C. in June. ECTC members met with representatives from the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA); the ...
Travel planner.(Association News)(Calendar)
Aug 01, 2006 ... 2006 shows & conventions Aug. 23-26: International Woodworking Fair, Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, GA. Contact: www.iwf2006.com Oct. 4-7: Tilt-Up Concrete Association's 2nd Annual Tilt-Up Convention, Inverness Hotel and Conference Center, Englewood, CO. ...
Sunbelt rentals acquires NationsRents.(Industry Buzz)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Sunbelt Rentals, a subsidiary of Ashtead Group, PLC, has announced that it is acquiring NationsRents, forming the third largest equipment rental ...
Klein Tools moves its Illinois headquarters.(Industry Buzz)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Klein Tools has moved its corporate headquarters from Skokie, IL to a new, 64,000-square-foot facility on a 7-acre site in Lincolnshire, IL, a northwest suburb of Chicago. In addition to the new office space, a 57,000-square-foot multipurpose building was also added. ...
Simpson Strong-Tie opens metro Minneapolis facilities.(Industry Buzz)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Simpson Strong-Tie has opened a 56,000-square-foot distribution center and training facility in Eagan, MN. The new warehouse will fill orders for customers in Minnesota, Nebraska, North and South Dakota and Wisconsin--taking over this role from the company's warehouse in Columbus, OH. ...
NAW publishes book on managing distributor/manufacturer conflicts.(Industry Buzz)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Based on a year-long research study, Working at Cross-Purposes: How Distributors and Manufacturers Can Manage Conflict Successfully, is designed to be a guide to understanding what really drives distributor-supplier relationships; how often they go bad; and why. The book was ...
UASI sets records in 2005.(Industry Buzz)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Whether measured in sales revenue or percentage growth, 2005 was a record-setting year for UASI, a multistate distributor specializing in personal protection gear. In the past year, UASI opened a new ...
Simpson Strong-Tie names Kingsfather its new president.(Movers & Shakers)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Phillip "Terry" Kingsfather has been named president and COO, succeeding Steve Lamson who has annouced plans to retire in 2007. "Terry's breadth of experience, company knowledge and leadership will take the company ...
MAX names Conger HPKD program manager.(Movers & Shakers)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Alex Conger has been promoted to fill the newly created position of HPKD program manager for MAX USA Corp. His duties include introducing the new ...
Pendergrass named regional sales manager.(Movers & Shakers)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Mark Pendergrass has been named regional sales manager for the Western region of Norton Clipper, a division of Saint-Gobain Abrasives. In his new role he will be responsible for all the territory west of ...
Sullivan named national sales manager.(Movers & Shakers)
Aug 01, 2006 ... QC Construction Products, manufacturer of concrete products that include colors, color hardeners, cures, seals and accessories, has named Chris Sullivan national sales manager. He will lead the sales force of four regional managers and 31 manufacturer's reps while remaining directly ...
O'Reilly named GM at ITW Red Head.(Movers & Shakers)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Mike O'Reilly has been named general manager of ITW Red Head, an Illinois Tool Works Construction Products company based in Wood Dale, IL. He will have responsibility ...
'From the simple to the sublime': Carlson Systems: committed to 'service' in all its facets.(Distributor Spotlight)(Cover story)
Aug 01, 2006; ... Phoenix, AZ--"We sell everything from the simple to the sublime; from a basic hand tool to a completely automated assembly line." That's how Don Carlson, chairman of the board for Carlson Holdings, Inc. and its related subsidiaries, defines the company his family started in ...
Smart products.
Aug 01, 2006 ... Carlson Systems is constantly on the lookout for new, innovative products to bring to its customers. Because their markets are so different from region to region, local sales teams direct the product selection for their area. But, a few products stand out as working in almost every region, ...
'Kits' increase productivity, profits and performance: Phoenix-based framing company leads the market with innovative approaches and strong support from a service-oriented distributor.(Jobsite Solutions)
Aug 01, 2006; ... Phoenix, AZ--Nineteen years ago the building business in the Valley of the Sun was anything but booming, but Mike Lofton decided it was time to start his own company anyway. Like many entrepreneurs, he thought he could do it better. Based on his track record; he was right. ...
SkillsUSA crowns champions: young people gather in Kansas City to compete in an assortment of trade-oriented specialties at the 2006 SkilIsUSA national leadership and skills conference.(The Business of Education)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Kansas City, MO -- The winners of the 2006 SkillsUSA championships were crowned early this summer at the the SkillsUSA national leadership and skills conference at the Kemper Arena and H. Roe Battle Hall in Kansas City. More than 4,700 career-oriented and technical education students from ...
Forget customer service; think 'relationship management': improvement starts with acceptance that a business doesn't have to be sick in order to get better.(Running the Business)
Aug 01, 2006; ... Some years ago the CEO of a third-generation manufacturing company asked me to conduct an evaluation of his credit operation. The company was expanding into Europe and with the expansion came greater demands on the ability to extend credit and cash Flow. Following breakfast at ...
Why use direct mail? In the face of e-everything, marketers are rediscovering the impact and reach direct mail has to offer.(Running the Business)
Aug 01, 2006; ... Why would any company be using direct mail today? Perhaps the best answer is simply that direct mail reaches people--the right people--in more ways than one. It's no accident that Web-based companies rely heavily on direct mail to reach prospects. The largest credit card ...
Open-minded salespeople rule! Seven steps to enhance your sales persona.(Running the Business)
Aug 01, 2006; ... I don't think you can ever be so open-minded that your brain falls out! Yet, the percentage of salespeople who strive to renew themselves--not just annually, but monthly--is woefully lacking. How many salespeople do you know who have acted on at least six new skills, habits or ...
Compressors: promising more than just air.(Supplier's Perspective)
Aug 01, 2006; ... As compressors continue to gain recognition as valuable, must-have tools within the construction industry, there are four emerging developments that will have an impact on these tools in the future. First, raising the operating pressure on compressors is becoming increasingly common ....
Sullair mobile compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This is a 185 cfm towable compressor. * Powerful rotary screw air-end * ...
World Aire direct-drive compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This pancake compressor features an oil lubrication system. * 5.5-hp gasoline engine * 5.9 cfm at 90 psi; 7.6 cfm at 40 psi ...
Michigan pneumatic tool router.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This air-powered router is adjustable to a depth of 6 inches. * 1/4-inch collet * Button throttle for ...
Kaeser compressors and tools.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... There is a complete line of Mobilair portable compressors and related tools. * Available from 45 to 950 cfm * Pressures from 70 ...
J-Air hand-carry compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This new model JHC2-4 boasts big power in a small package. * 2-hp compressor * 3.5 cfm at 125 psi * 4.4-gallon ...
DeWalt heavy-duty wheeled compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This wheeled compressor features a cooling system designed to extend pump life. * 5.5-hp * 10.5-gallon tank * 10.3 cfm at ...
Rol-air baby bull compressors.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... These units boast the benefits of a trim compressor with power to run a framing gun. * 1.5-hp * Each model produces 3.2 cfm at 100 psi * 18-inch ...
Coxreels hose reel.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This reel fits in tight spaces. * 4.5-inch drum width * Holds up to 50 feet of ...
Milton reinforced air hose.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This is tough polyurethane hose. * Light, strong, extremely flexible * Available in 1/4- 3/8-and 1/2-inch inside diameter * Available in 25, 33, ...
Ridgid PEX crimp tool.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... These crimping tools feature ergonomic handles. * Six tools in five sizes: 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4 and 1 inch * ...
Thomas quiet compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... The T-2820ST is one of the quietest models on the market. * 2-hp; 2-cylinder inline design; 13.5 amps * Weighs 66 pounds ...
CS Unitec concrete saw.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This is an air-powered, walk-behind saw. * Weighs 107 pounds; 9.5-hp * Heavy-duty gearbox produces speeds from 2,900 to 5,250 rpm * Crank handle ...
Senco Wheelbarrow design.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This design is available in both gas- and electric-powered versions. * PC2017 powered by 5.5-hp Honda engine; stores 8 gallons of air in twin tanks; delivers 10.6 cfm at 40 psi and 9 cfm at 90 psi * PC2016 ...
Hitachi twin-stack compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This portable compressor features a new protective roll cage design. * The EC119SA has a 15-amp induction motor * ...
Porter-cable compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... The Job Boss C3551 is an oil lubricated model. * 4.5-gallon tank * Maximum pressure of 150 psi; 4.4 cfm at 90 psi ...
Florida pneumatic shingle saw.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This is an air-powered circular saw. * 1/2-hp * Weighs 3.5 pounds * Requires compressor with 8-gallon tank or ...
Palmgren compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This ultralight model runs at 72-decibels. * 1-hp, 1-gallon compressor * Weighs 23 pounds ...
Makita portable compressors.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... The MAC2400 is said to operate at half the rpm of most compressors. * Oil-lubricated pump * 2.5-hp * ...
MAX 400 psi compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... The AKHL1050E is a new high-pressure system compressor. * 400-psi for high-pressure nailing systems * 2-hp motor * Weighs 51.7 pounds * Operates at 70 ...
Quincy compressors.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... The Air Master two-wheel model features foam filled tires. * Single-stage compressor * 5.5-hp Honda engine ...
Prebena compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This unique compressor is designed to fill power sources for cordless air tools. * Refills air cylinders on the jobsite, up to two at a time ...
Mi-T-M electric compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This is a 30-gallon compressor. * 5-hp electric motor * ASME-certified 30-gallon receiver * Pneumatic tires ...
Powermate digital compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This unit has digital controls for precise operation. * 22-gallon tank * Large LCD display on digital ...
Con X portable compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... These compact units are designed for lighter jobs where noise is a concern. * Powered by 18-hp Honda engine with automatic speed control and electric start ...
Porta-nails hose kits.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Kits include accessories for indoor and outdoor applications. * Reinforced construction ...
Marshalltown dual-function compressor.(Compressors and Air Tools--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This line of single-stage compressors can handle hopper guns and air tools. * 2-hp at 115 volts and 14.2 amps * 8.3 cfm at 40 ...
Granite scaffolding.(Ladders and Scaffolds--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This is a complete line of heavy-duty scaffolds. * Powder-coated metal; meets ASNI and OSHA codes * Steel head walk board has exclusive ...
Louisville ladders mobile platform.(Ladders and Scaffolds--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... The Mini Fortruss is a mobile work platform that folds for storage and transport. * Two-way casters have quick-release feature * Casters ...
UpRight scaffold.(Ladders and Scaffolds--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This model is designed specifically for narrow spaces. * VX model designed for stairwells * Light, fast, ...
Crawler scaffold moving system.(Ladders and Scaffolds--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This device fits any "baker-style" scaffold. * Powered by cordless drill from most popular suppliers * Can move scaffolds more than 2,400 ...
Telesteps extension ladders.(Ladders and Scaffolds--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... These ladders telescope to provide both easy storage and a long reach. * Can go from 30-inch base to more than 12 feet tall in seconds * Available in 5.5-, 6.5-, 8.5-, ...
Werner ladder leveling system.(Ladders and Scaffolds--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... The Equalizer is a factory-installed leveling system for extension ladders. * Ladders available in 16-, 20-, 24 and 28-foot sizes * Leveler legs allow ladder to adjust up to 8 1/4 inches in ...
Weather guard ladder rack.(Ladders and Scaffolds--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This rack is designed to store and carry ladders hanging from the roof of a vehicle. * Mounts to inside of van roof, truck cap or van-style trailer * Can handle ladders up to 8 feet ...
Black Rhino ladder system.(Ladders and Scaffolds--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This is a unique, black version of the popular Little Giant ladder. * Exclusive black anodozed finish prevents oxidation * Model 22 can replace five different a-frame ladders; nine different ...
Cosco multiuse ladders.(Ladders and Scaffolds--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This is a 25-foot multipurpose ladder. * Slip-resistant surface on the dual climbing surfaces * Converts without tools to six different positions as a step ladder; 12 ...
Grabber scaffold brake.(Ladders and Scaffolds--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This is an OSHA-approved system. * Allows height adjustments without dismantling the scaffold * Can lock/unlock utility scaffold from the top ...
Lynn ladders and scaffolds.(Ladders and Scaffolds--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This lineup includes fiberglass, aluminum, steel and wooden ladders. * Meet ANSI and OSHA codes * Fiberglass step ladders available in sizes ranging from 3 to 16 feet tall * Aluminum step ladders ...
FramePro folding scaffold.(Ladders and Scaffolds--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... This is a 4-foot aluminum multifunction model. * Rated for 600-pound load * 5-inch casters * Folds to 23 x 47 x 6 inches ...
EZE bend jobsite rebar forming tool.(MAPS* NEW PRODUCTS)
Aug 01, 2006 ... M. Contractors, cement contractors, iron and steel workers A: Custom bending of rebar for special, customized applications P: Hydraulic power; head rotates 360 degrees; portable and light enough for ...
Delta Jobox drawer storage.(MAPS* NEW PRODUCTS)
Aug 01, 2006 ... M: Contractors, subcontractors and anyone requiring mobile tool storage A: Tool storage in truck or van where more traditional space for larger cargo is required P: Powder-coated steel drawer system is rust-resistant; weather stripping seals out moisture and debris; ...
Chanellock Locknut Pliers.(MAPS* NEW PRODUCTS)
Aug 01, 2006 ... M: Contractors, electricians, HVAC installers A: For installation and/or adjustments to most popular sizes of conduit fitting locknuts P: Thin profile for use in electrical boxes; handle designed for right- or ...
Name that tune!(Jobsite Radios--Product Knowledge)
Aug 01, 2006 ... If there's one thing that's "standard equipment" on a jobsite, it's a radio. Whether it's an old boombox left over from high school or a new, high-tech version, a long day on the job goes more quickly with tunes. These ...