Minneapolis-based manufacturer Graco Inc. has entered into an agreement to purchase the operations of the finishing businesses of Illinois Tool Works Inc. The ITW finishing businesses include manufacturers and distributors of equipment for architectural painting, industrial liquid finishing, powder coating and automotive refinishing.
The Steel Stud Manufacturers’ Association has put its stamp of approval on two products, paving the way for members, distributors and contractors to diversify their offerings to customers.
Sto Corp. and Quikrete have announced a joint marketing agreement that enables contractors to cover StoPowerall Stucco finishes with Quikrete One Coat Fiberglass Reinforced Stucco Sanded and Quikrete Base Coat Stucco-Pump Grade Sanded under a single warranty.
The Steel Framing Industry Association received an Evaluation Service Report (ESR-2457) from the International Code Council. The report covers both non-structural and structural stud and track framing.
Lafarge North America’s LEED Product Guide App enhances design professionals’ access to the company’s Web-based interactive Product Guide for LEED Project Certification by allowing users to access the tool’s content via its Apple iPhones and iPads.
Alabama Metal Industries Corp. announced a marketing agreement with California Expanded Metal Company to market, sell and distribute the M-Slide 2-piece Expansion Joint throughout AMICO’s 14 distribution centers in North America.
Trico Lift, a privately held full-service aerial lift company headquartered in Millville, N.J., was recently recognized by Sunoco Inc., with a Certificate of Safety Excellence.
Trimble has embraced the technology of BIM and is now endeavoring to make builders more aware of it. The company, which spearheaded the BIM to Field alliance in late 2010, announced in April it has joined the buildingSMART alliance, buildingsmartalliance.org, of Washington, D.C.
The Steel Market Development Institute has launched a new Web site, smdisteel.org. The site provides information about the North American steel industry’s market applications, research and reports on new product advancements and the industry’s commitment to sustainability.
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