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New Product Buzz Guide: February 2008

January 30, 2008

Texture Sprayer
APLA-TECH INC.

Apla-Tech introduces its inexpensive Jr. Pump that can drop into a 55-gallon drum to spray all drywall textures. With a lightweight design (26 lbs.), 35-gallon-per-minute flow rating and detachable long siphon tube, loading and unloading this pump is an easy one-man job. Plus, it can easily handle 50 feet of texture hose when pump is attached to your 5-HP compressor (6.0 CFM @ 90 psi min. requirement).

DOMES BY OUTWATER
ARCHITECTURAL PRODUCTS BY OUTWATER

Outwater’s new lines of Shallow Decorative Polymer Domes, Fiberglass Round and Elliptical shaped Domes, and Domes with Integrated Light Coves were designed to accommodate otherwise insurmountable technological challenges often encountered when installing large, dimensional objects in new and existing residential and commercial ceiling applications. Outwater’s new Domes are available in both “one step” surface mounted or recessed installation formats, and feature one-piece construction integrating the Domes with their peripheral Trim for a “seamless” clean finish. For more information, visit www.outwater.com.

ViperStud Steel Drywall Framing System
MARINO/WARE

The ViperStud System is reinforced with ViperRib technology so it is stronger, stiffer and less prone to high shoulders when finishing. Its flat steel design works interchangeably with the conventional framing components you’re used to, and installs easily without extra training. ViperStud is less prone to twisting, has better screw retention and better limiting heights than the dimpled alternative. The single thickness ViperTrack works with both Viper20 and Viper25 studs and is 100 percent hemmed, reducing injuries on the job from other razor sharp tracks.

NEW 25th ANNIVERSARY CATALOG!
DEMAND PRODUCTS, INC.

Our 25th Anniversary. Our fantastic loyal customers made it happen. For 2008 we offer: New Foam Cutting, Coating and Foam Recycling Machines, Drywall Tools, Polyurethane Planer, Water Based Form Adhesive, and Much More! Free 2008 Catalog. Call today. www.demandproducts.com. or www.demandfoamcutting.com.

Hilti GX 120 Gas-Driven Fastening System
HILTI, INC.

The Hilti GX 120 Gas-Driven Fastening System is ruggedly built, perfectly balanced and ergonomically designed. Able to drive 750 nails with a single gas can, the GX 120 has no battery to charge, the world’s first-ever LED gas gauge and an electronically controlled gas injection system to ensure high performance over a wide temperature range.

Deflection Clip
FLEX-ABILITY CONCEPTS

The Three Legged Dog deflection clip by Flex-Ability Concepts eliminates fumbling or dropped clips. Slide the clip onto the top end of the stud. With the clip attached, raise the stud into the deep-leg track and snap into place. Then, secure the clip using conventional fasteners. The Three Legged Dog allows for 1 7/8-inch of total deflection.
www.flexabilityconcepts.com

The On Center ProfitBuilding Suite
ON CENTER SOFTWARE, INC.

The On Center ProfitBuilding Suite of takeoff, estimating, and production tracking software offers innovative and practical solutions for construction industry professionals working across a broad range of trades. With this suite, estimators will be able to create estimates faster, with greater accuracy than ever before, and then keep track of labor and production with a precision never before possible.

20 years ... Building a Culture of Excellence
MASTER WALL INC.

Master Wall Inc.’s “Top Dog” brochure celebrates our 20th year in business, our customer focus, and our growth from humble beginnings to one of the fastest growing EIFS & stucco manufacturers in the country. As one of the few privately held and American owned companies left in our industry, we know what it takes to develop markets and grow business. www.masterwall.com

Easy Life Panels
Extrutech Plastics Inc.

Extrutech offers maintenance free, moisture proof, Beaded Panel to be used in remodeling or new construction projects. Use as wainscoting in your kitchen, bath or family room. Looks great as a ceiling in your kitchen, bath or porch. Easy to install and clean. Just wipe off with soap and water. Resists splashes and spills and will not stain, rot, or delaminate. Meets ASTM E-84 Class A for Low Smoke. Fire Resistant. Custom Lengths. 10 year warranty. www.epiplastics.com

TOTAL FLASH - SUPERIOR MOISTURE PROTECTION
TOTAL WALL

Total Flash is an extremely flexible, rubberized, weather resistant material that provides an alternative to the use of weatherproofing tapes in systems requiring the use of a secondary moisture barrier. When used with fiberglass mesh reinforcement, it forms a long lasting seal around doors, windows, vents, conduits, and other penetrations of the cladding system of a building. In addition, it is completely compatible with Total Stop RA moisture barrier and all Total Wall adhesives. Substrates compatible with Total Flash include cement board, concrete, brick and concrete masonry, exterior grade plywood and OSB, core-treated exterior gypsum sheathing, fiberglass faced exterior gypsum sheathing, galvanized metal, and aluminum. Visit www.totalwall.com.

QUIKSTIX SOFFIT SYSTEM
ARMSTRONG

Reduce time and labor installing drop soffits and bulkheads with the new QuikStix Soffit System from Armstrong. This new time and money-saving installation system features knockouts at 6-inch or 8-inch centers to reduce cutting time, while alignment holes make it easy to insert screws and form angles. The new system also incorporates a flattened bulb that is offset to allow true angles without interference.

LAFARGE MOLD DEFENSE DRYWALL PRODUCTS
LAFARGE

Lafarge introduces an improved line of Mold Defense drywall products. Designed for use in interior wall and ceiling applications, Mold Defense protects against mold, mildew and now offers the added benefit of moisture resistance. Mold Defense products are available in 1/2-inch and 5/8-inch thicknesses and feature a non-combustible mold, mildew and moisture-treated gypsum core and treated paper facings on the front (green), back and long edges. For more information contact Lafarge.

PUTZMEISTER 18 HP PUMP
PUTZMEISTER AMERICA INC.

Primarily used for outside plaster and stucco, the compact yet powerful Putzmeister S5 GH 18 hp gas version features a new hydraulic drive technology. The technology offers the ease of fully variable volume output and a reverse pump feature to relieve line pressure.

For more information, please visit www.putzmeister.com.

90-DEGREE CORNERS
Carefree Corners

Continuous Corners, Inc. designs, manufactures and distributes corners for use with plaster sill screeds and J-weep products. They are manufactured in both round and square designs and eliminate costly repairs as well as on-the-job injuries. The corners are a cosmetic transition for 90-degree angles that provide true, consistent results.

Channel Bender
THE NATHAN KIMMEL CO.

The perfect tool for on-site contouring of CRC
- Bends 20- and 16-gauge CRC
- Accepts 1/2- to 4-inch-wide channel
- Heavy-duty all-steel construction
- Built-in index for repeatable bends
- Made in the USA
- Easy to use

ZIPWALL 4 Pack Plus
ZIPWALL

Lightweight and simple, the ZipWall barrier system uses plastic sheeting or canvas to contain messy areas on any job site. Goes up in minutes with no tape, no ladders and no marred ceilings. Our new 4 Pack Plus is a great way to save money on our entire system.
Visit us at www.zipwall.com .

VIVALDI VENETIAN PLASTER SYSTEM
Olea Specialty Products

Olea Specialty Products introduces the Vivaldi Venetian Plaster system by La Calce Del Brenta to North America. This easy-to-use system features more than 200 colors, a beautiful color catalog and “Stucky” Venetian plaster in three convenient bucket sizes. For more information, visit www.oleaspecialtyproducts.com.

Commercial Coatings
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 are distributed worldwide throughout more than 60 countries. Fireproofing, acoustics, interior and exterior textures, and plaster, stucco, deck coatings, epoxies, waterproofing, artificial rocks and waterfalls, and pool plasters are just some of the many coatings that can be applied with Quikspray pumps and mixers. www.quikspray.com.

Portable Heat Wave FES-Series
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 ceiling heights of 15 feet and under, in a time frame of about two hours. This is accomplished by recycling the confined air in the building. The heat is efficient, clean, safe and controlled thermostatically and has a convenient fan only switch to keep the confined air circulating.

Features of the Fostoria Heat Wave Series are as follows:
• Available in Three Sizes: 10, 15 & 30 kw (34,130 / 51,195 / 102,390 BTU’s).
• Three Voltage Options: 208v, 240v & 480v in both single and three-phase.
• Safe, Clean and UL / C-UL Listed.
• Fostoria Heat Waves are very quiet and maintenance free!
• No dangerous fumes or lost time refueling!
• Fostoria Heat Waves are made in the USA!

Drill it, Drive it and Forget it!
POWERS FASTENERS

Powers Fasteners’ introduces the new Snake overhead anchor. The Snake anchor combines the holding strength of a traditional Wedge-Bolt anchor with the aesthetic advantages of a flush ceiling mount.

Easily installed with a cordless impact drill or rotary hammer drill, the Snake saves time and effort. It eliminates the need for workmen to swing a heavy hammer overhead while on a ladder or lift.

Powers Fasteners, Inc., is the leading domestic manufacturer of mechanical, adhesive and powder-actuated fastening systems. For more information, write to Powers Fasteners Inc., 2 Powers Square, New Rochelle, NY 10801, or visit Powers’ website at www.powers.com.

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