May 2015 Product Buzz Guide
Walls & Ceilings presents a selection of products for the May Buzz Guide.
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Speed and Runâ?? Time to Unplug the Cord
MAKITA
The 18V LXT Brushless Drywall Screwdriver (XSF03M) breaks new ground for drywall contractors. With Push Drive Technology, the 18V Screwdriver can be set on lock-on mode so the motor starts only when the fastener is engaged. This gives contractors a quieter work environment, and also saves on battery power. In internal testing, the XSF03M drove up to 1,800 screws into 1/2-inch drywall through 20 gauge steel studs on a single charge of the 4.0Ah battery. That’s enough fastening to hang about 40 sheets of drywall on a single charge, performance that no other cordless screwdriver can match.
For more information,
visit Makita.com.
Total Stop RAâ??Because We Donâ??t Let Moisture Get To Us
TOTAL WALL
Total Stop RA is a rubberized coating that cures to produce a permanent weather resistive barrier. This ready-to-use product can be trowel or roller applied. The product can be used with wood sheathing, exterior gypsum and most substrates.
For more information, email
customerservice@totalwall.com or visit totalwall.com.
Deflection Clip Line Expanded
FLEX-ABILITY CONCEPTS
The company has announced that its line of deflection clips, the Three Legged Dog, has expanded to include the following sizes: 1â??-, 2½-, 3â??-, 6-, 8- and 10-inch. Installation is extremely simple as the clip easily slips over the end of a stud before it is raised into place. No dropped clips and the installer’s hands are both free.
For more information, visit flexabilityconcepts.com.
Concrete & Masonry Waterproofing Sealer
QUIKRETE
Concrete & Masonry Waterproofing Sealer is a water-based, highly water resistant, silicone formulation designed to waterproof and seal without changing the surface appearance. It is ideal for concrete, pavers and stucco and leaves a natural-looking finish. This product is ready to use and can be applied with a roller, water sprayer or brush. If needed, a second coat can be applied 10 to 15 minutes after the first coat, while the first coat is still wet.
For more information, visit QUIKRETE.com.
Extruded Aluminum Moldings
STOCKTON PRODUCTS
The company now offers a complete line of extruded aluminum moldings for use with 5/16-inch Fiber Cement Board panels and siding. Known for its versatility, durability and performance, construction using Fiber Cement Board is an excellent choice for all types of commercial projects. The company’s line of moldings gives you the ability to enhance the aesthetic look of any Fiber Cement Board project as well as provide a solution for a variety of conditions and details when using this type of construction.
To learn more, visit StocktonProducts.com.
Tree Cart
ADAPA INCORPORATED
The Tree Cart helps keep a floor uncluttered, a compliance for safety. The Tree Cart makes the moving of multiple long and narrow construction materials a snap; a feature useful for both the warehouse and job site settings. Reduce or eliminate time consuming trips for materials. Reset the “branches” 90 degrees and the Tree Cart can carry sheet-like pieces. Its telescoping assembly will accommodate a variety of lengths.
Visit adapausa.com for more information and see the complete line of products.
DuPont Tyvek HomeWrap
DUPONT TYVEK RESIDENTIAL
Invented by DuPont over 30 years ago, DuPont Tyvek HomeWrap is the original house wrap. Today it protects millions of homes.
Tyvek HomeWrap is made of a unique material that helps prevent the infiltration of air and water into exterior walls while allowing water vapor to escape, reducing the chance of mold and water damage.
As a result, Tyvek HomeWrap helps reduce home energy bills, improve building durability and improve occupant comfort.
For more information, visit dupont.com.
SuperDrive N7
GRABBER CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS
SuperDrive N7 is a lightweight, easy-to-use collated fastening tool designed for reaching into even tighter spaces than ever before! Its small head design allows it to fit into constricted spaces and its rounded tip won’t damage drywall or other sheathing. N7 is ideal for hanging drywall or sheathing to wood and light to heavy gauge metal.
N7 can be easily adjusted to handle fastener lengths from 1 to 2 inches with just the click of a button. Fine depth control adjustment is made using N7’s SureLock fine depth control feature. N7 is easy to operate and accommodates screw diameters from 6 to 12 gauge.
Visit grabberman.com for more information.
Plaster-Weld
LARSEN PRODUCTS CORP.
Plaster-Weld, is a high quality-bonding agent that bonds new plaster to any clean, structurally sound, interior surface. Larsen Products produces its patented formulation incorporating polyvinyl acetate homopolymer to result in a revolutionary bonding agent, designed exclusively for interior use. Plaster-Weld prepares the surface to allow you to plaster directly to concrete over electric radiant heat cable and to bond cement mortar beds to smooth concrete for installation of rigid foam insulation.
For more information, visit larsenproducts.com/plaster-weld-2.
Air Tool to Fire Pneumatic Driven Ballistic Hardened Pins
JAACO CORPORATION
The NPCN-7312 Air Tool fires coil ballistic Steel & Stainless hardened pins. Ranging in sizes from 1¼ through 3½-inch and sizes of .100 and .145. The power tool weighs 8.5 pounds and also drives standard 15 Deg. siding and framing nails. Applications for the tool include:
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Insulation/Foam Board to Steel Studs or Concrete Foundations
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Plywood/OSB, or Cement Fiberboard/Siding to Steel Framing
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Stucco Mesh to Block Stone & Steel
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Plywood to Concrete Block
For more information, visit jaaco.com.
Protect Your Home from Damaging Moisture with CertainTeed's SMARTBATT
CERTAINTEED INSULATION
Moisture in a home is unavoidable. But now there’s a revolutionary way to manage it.
New SMARTBATT Insulation with MoistureSense Technology features an integrated smart vapor retarder that blocks moisture in wall cavities when humidity is low and provides enhanced drying, allowing moisture to escape when humidity is high. Learn how SMARTBATT can help reduce the risk of mold and mildew within the wall cavity, contributing to a healthier home and happier occupants.
Visit certainteed.com/smartbatt for more information.
Full Wall Drainage Mat for Brick and Stone Walls
KEENE BUILDING PRODUCTS
The CAV-AIR-ATOR is a full wall drainage and ventilation mat for full brick or stone masonry walls. It prevents mortar from entering the cavity, clinging to wall ties, or blocking weep holes. The innovative design allows it to be extremely light and flexible so that it can easily rest on top of the brick ties. CAV-AIR-ATOR protects against moisture issues in masonry applications by providing an unobstructed air space for drainage and ventilation.
For more information, visit keenebuilding.com.
Install Ceilings with Linear Lighting Faster
ARMSTRONG
Install ceilings with linear lighting faster and easier with FastSize and made-to-order, factory-finished ceiling panels and suspension systems from Armstrong. Eliminate field cutting and painting of panels and cutting and routing of suspension systems. Main beam-to-cross tee adapters and new shorter cross tees (3-inch to 6-inch lengths) with XL end details are now available to speed installations and reduce punch list items. Choose from the most popular Armstrong ceiling panels and suspension systems.
Visit armstrong.com/fastsize for more information.
Exterior Ceiling System
HUNTER DOUGLAS CONTRACT
Designed to withstand positive and negative windloads, the 150F—Exterior Ceiling System is ideal for both interior and outdoor applications. The 150F—Exterior Ceiling System is the first of its kind to receive Miami-Dade County’s Notice of Acceptance (NOA), Miami-Dade County, Fla., NOA No. 14-1222.04. Featuring easy-to-install panels ranging from 3 to 20 feet, the ceiling system contains up to 95 percent recycled content, is GREENGUARD Gold certified and has no VOCs.
For more information, visit hunterdouglascontract.com/ceilings.
GET AN EDGE OVER YOUR COMPETITION WITH PHILLIPS gripSTIK
PHILLIPS MANUFACTURING CO.
Want an edge over your competition? Phillips engineers and manufactures quality beads and trims that are textured, knurled and perforated to enhance joint compound adhesion.
All gripSTIK products are durable, impact and corrosion resistant. Our vinyl products are textured to enhance paint and mud adhesion, and are perfect solutions for drywall and interior veneer applications. We make beads, bullnose corner and transition caps, trims and finishing products.
Visit phillipsmfg.com/thephillipsedge_gripstik for more information.
Get 10 Times the Coverage with Touch 'n Foam Gel Foam Adhesives
TOUCH ‘N FOAM
Touch ‘n Foam Professional’s Builder Series Gel Foam Construction Adhesives really go the distance. In both Heavy Duty and Subfloor options, the 16 oz Heavy Duty Construction Adhesive provides 320 lineal feet and 24 oz Subfloor Construction Adhesive yields 480 lineal feet of foam. Both offer 10 times the coverage of caulk adhesives and provide a dense, super-strong bond that won’t produce squeeze out. Plus, they pass all required ASTM testing for foam adhesives.
For more information, visit touchnfoam.com.
PRO-LOK Foam Adhesive
DEMAND PRODUCTS
Demand Products is excited to introduce a great new foam to our family of foam adhesive products. PRO-LOK is a fast cure, low expansion polyurethane foam adhesive. With excellent adhesion properties for wood, stone, gypsum board, glass, mosaic, brick, cement board, EPS and XPS foam panels, PRO-LOK is a fantastic, versatile addition to any installers tool kit. Available in cases with a free foam dispensing gun. And don’t forget to check out our new cleaner, PRO-KLEAN.
Visit demandproducts.com for more information.
BuildBlock
BUILDBLOCK BUILDING SYSTEMS
BuildBlock Building Systems manufactures BuildBlock, BuildLock KD, BuildDeck, and GlobalBlock Insulating Concrete Forms (ICF) wall and flooring systems. Combining the strength and endurance of reinforced concrete with the superior insulating properties of EPS foam, ICFs create structures that are quieter, environmentally-friendly, energy-efficient, comfortable, durable and safer than conventional construction. BuildBlock is the most installer-friendly block in the world integrating a molded-in tape measure and a fully-reversible block to speed construction reduce mistakes, eliminate waste and save time and money.
For more information, visit buildblock.com.
Save Time and Money on Your Level 5 Finish
CONTINENTAL BUILDING PRODUCTS
With the only factory-applied Level 5 finish in North America, Continental Building Products’ Rapid Deco Level 5 system installs the same as a Level 4 finish, saving countless hours of preparation and skim coating. Composed of Continental’s Bison Board drywall and professional grade joint compound, Rapid Deco ensures the highest-quality finish when lighting is critical and elegance is essential. Build Bison Strong.
For more information, visit continental-bp.com/en/products-and-solutions/drywall/solution/level-5.
Kraft Tool's Revolutionary Elite Series Five Star Trowels Set the Bar
KRAFT TOOL CO.
Kraft Tool’s revolutionary line of Elite Series Five Star Trowels is designed and engineered for the professional finisher. State-of-the-art machinery precisely grinds the working surface of each trowel for a fine finish. This innovative procedure enables these trowels to possess a truly “broken-in” blade ready for immediate use. The blade, mounting, and three styles of handles are precision-balanced for consistency and comfort. A variety of sizes are offered in carbon steel, blue steel, and Swedish stainless steel. Golden Stainless Steel is also available. A special heat treating process adds extra hardness to the blade for a long-lasting straight edge—a plaster finisher’s favorite.
Kraft Tool Co. manufactures over 470 different types and sizes of trowels.
Since 1981, Kraft Tool Co. has manufactured quality professional tools for cement, masonry, asphalt, floorcovering, plaster, and drywall in Shawnee, Kan.
Go to KraftTool.com for more product information and to request a catalog.
WaterWay Drainage & Ventilation Mats
STUC-O-FLEX INTERNATIONAL INC.
Stuc-O-Flex International Inc. manufactures a complete line of rainscreen products. Extensive selection of profile thicknesses, sizes, geometries, recycled content, with or without filter fabrics, even fabrics that function like a layer of WRB. Whether you need a specially designed product or standard configurations to meet that specification, nobody offers a more diverse line of rainscreen options. Cutting edge computerized technology in America’s only west-coast factory assures immediate availability at extremely competitive prices.
For additional information visit stucoflex.com.
Ready-Hat Frames Curves Easily
RADIUS TRACK CORPORATION
Ready-Hat is a 7/8-inch structural 20 gauge hand-bendable hat channel.
Use it to frame:
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Groin Vaults
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Cove Ceilings
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Column Wraps
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Barrels
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Wall Fir-Downs
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And more …
Visit radiustrack.com/hand-bendable-curved-framing/ready-hat for more information.