August 2025 Product Buzz Guide

This Buzz Guide is updated every few months to reflect the current products.

The August Buzz Guide features products from a variety of brands in the construction industry, including selections from the following:

New! From Telling Industries ASW Break Away Aluminum Clips

Telling Industries

Telling’s ASW Aluminum Clips are used to attach the Area Separation Wall H stud to wood or metal horizontal track / base plate / flooring system.

ASW Clips soften at high temperatures enabling the hot side of a wall to collapse protecting the fire-free side and delaying fire spread to adjacent areas.

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365 Days Tough and Superior Strength

VaproShield

Explore the innovative features of PanelShield SA, a vapor permeable air barrier from VaproShield. Offering 365-day UV and weather exposure, combined with extreme protection and an aggressive adhesive, made PanelShield SA the perfect solution for safeguarding Bellwood Apartments against the unpredictable Chicago weather.

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Hotrod XL: 'It's That Simple'

Trim-Tex Fire+Sound Solutions

In Saint-Eustache, Quebec, two dilapidated elementary schools are being replaced with one new, state-of-the-art facility. Builders here are focused on adopting the latest innovations, so they made the decision to abandon time-consuming, complicated firestopping caulks. Instead, they're embracing one of the latest innovations in this field: Trim-Tex's Hotrod XL.

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Plastic Rustfree Ultra-Lath Plus®

Ultra-Tough ULTRA-LATH PLUS®

ULTRA-LATH PLUS® is a rust-proof plastic lath designed for use in stucco applications. With a lightweight design for heavy-duty applications, this lath cuts easily with a utility knife; it's unaffected by chemicals, self-furred for ASTM compliance and safe to handle — no rust, no sharp edges.

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TapeTech T-RAXX: Available Now

TapeTech

Move easily from shop to van to job site with the new T-RAXX™ from TapeTech: the FIRST and ONLY tool rack system designed to securely hold ATF tools. T-RAXX keeps your full set, along with accessories, parts and ancillary items, close at hand throughout the day. Order yours today!

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BDX-30 Moisture Meter for Building Materials

Delmhorst Instrument Co.

The BDX-30 accurately measures moisture in a variety of different building materials, including wood, drywall, roofing, insulation, and flooring. With Bluetooth® and the Delmhorst EDGE® app, users can choose from 37 materials, ensure precise readings, and export data. The BDX-30 will ensure maximum performance and reliability on every job.

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Excellent Texture Match For Seamless Repairs

DAP Global Inc.

DAP’s 2in1 Wall & Ceiling Spray Texture line provides fast-drying, paint-ready solutions for seamless wall repairs in Orange Peel, Knockdown, and Popcorn textures. Designed for professionals and DIYers, these easy-to-use spray cans ensure strong adhesion and smooth, consistent application, allowing hassle-free, durable wall repairs in minutes.

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