August 2020 Product/Technology Buzz Guide
The August Buzz Guide features products from a variety of brands in the construction industry.
Product/Technology Buzz Guide
The New CertainTeed EZ Stab Suspension Systems: CERTAINTEED
When designing our new EZ Stab family of acoustical suspension systems, we relied on input from contractors and field installers to engineer product innovations geared for speed and ease. Those enhancements include:
- Patented Latitude Holes™ that offer more hanger wire options and installation flexibility.
- A double-web design and two rows of continuous stitching that creates maximum strength and torsional rigidity.
- A redesigned EZ Clip that allows for lower insertion force and easy removability.
The result is a new line of CertainTeed grid solutions that are faster and easier to install, and stronger overall — saving you time and money.
For more information, visit CertainTeed.com/EZStab
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: 1⅝-, 2½-, 3⅝-, 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.
JL Corner (Shaft Wall) by Stockton Products™: STOCKTON PRODUCTS
Stockton Products™ JL Corner is a single piece metal framing member designed for outside corners within shaft wall assemblies. Eliminates multi-piece shaft wall corner construction and air gaps in shaft wall, and provides greater structural integrity for corners. Custom sizes available, contact Stockton Products for details.
For more information, visit StocktonProducts.com
Mitigate Moisture Liability: VAPROSHIELD WRB/AIR BARRIER SOLUTIONS
VaproShield’s membranes are known for their ability to “breathe” allowing harmful moisture vapor to escape the building enclosure, mitigating moisture liability for thousands of building owners in North America.
Experience the VaproShield difference:
- Protects wall assembly from bulk water infiltration
- Stops air infiltration as per ASTM 2357, ABAA approved
- Accelerated installation, reduces delays
- Multiple substrate/cladding compatibility
- Safe to handle, transport and install, no toxins
- 6-12 month exposure before cladding installation
- Declare label
- 50+ NFPA 285 compliant assemblies
- 20 year warranty
Visit VaproShield.com for a spec review, samples and submittal package.
Carrousel® Pump and U-Blend™ Mixer: QUIKSPRAY
The Carrousel® Pump, U-Blend™ Mixers, and related spray and mixing equipment manufactured by Quikspray®, Inc. are capable of pumping epoxy grouts, heavily bodied materials, and re-grouting mortar joints and also spraying fireproofing, waterproofing, EIFS, artificial rock work, stucco, and other commercial coatings. Carrousel® Pumps are known for being well-designed and constructed, time tested in the field, simple to clean, and offering ease of operation with low or no maintenance. Available in electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic. The U-Blend™ Mixers have a new lid to help reduce dust. With the new silica dust concerns, this lid will help minimize contaminates in sensitive environments.
For more information, visit quikspray.com
Boost Profitability for Your Stucco Job: QUIKRETE
Maximize jobsite productivity and profitability with QUIKRETE® Lightweight Fiberglass Reinforced Stucco. Lightweight Fiberglass Reinforced Stucco is 35% lighter than traditional pre-blended stuccos making it easier and faster to transport, stage, mix, pump, place and finish. In addition, QUIKRETE® Lightweight FRS is one-hour fire rated and contributes to U.S. Green Building Council LEED credits.
Available in 50-pound bags and 1,950-pound bulk bags that can be troweled or spray-applied on traditional three-coat scratch, brown and finish systems from 3/8 inch to 7/8 inch as well as one coat systems.
One 50-pound bag yields the equivalent coverage area of a traditional 80-pound bag of pre-blended stucco.
For more information, visit Quikrete.com.
NEW Product Catalog: PLASTIC COMPONENTS INC.
Plastic Components’ new product catalog is now available in print—and viewable on our website. Bigger and better than ever, our catalog features new products that save time and money. For your standard or pocket-sized printed catalog, contact Plastic Components.
And try out our easy-to-use product selector on our website to create a product submittal. Add or delete products, then download the completed submittal as a PDF. You can even save the form for your next submittal!
Established in 1969, Plastic Components is the originator of many innovative PVC trims and accessories for stucco, plaster, drywall, EIFS and DEFS.
For more information, visit plasticomponents.com/whats-new.
ShortSpan® Drywall Framing System: ARMSTRONG CEILING SOLUTIONS
ShortSpan® Drywall Framing System is the fastest, easiest way to frame drywall ceilings up to 17 feet wide. The fast, easy alignment and low profile can save you time, material, and labor. Get on and off the job faster, easier, and better with the ShortSpan® Drywall Framing System.
For more information, visit armstrongceilings.com/shortspan
Tree Cart: ADAPA USA
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 jobsite 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 our complete line of products.
Modular Containment Walls: MCCAIN WALLS®
McCain Walls’s Modular Containment Walls are the perfect solution for airports, healthcare facilities, schools and any open public space that requires isolated areas from the public. When dynamic and fluid situations like the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) call for quick action in creating isolated areas, we have the answer. Our response team is ready to discuss your needs and expedite your order.
Our product benefits:
- Quick & Easy Mobilization
- Easy to Disinfect & Wipe Down
- No Dust
- Reusable and Reconfigurable Walls Systems
For more information, visit mccainwalls.com/products/containment-walls.
“RAINSCREEN” Superior Performance – See Why: STUC-O-FLEX®
WATERWAY™ - Rainscreen Drainage & Ventilation Mats create space for drainage and promote air circulation by convection. WaterWay consists of a polypropylene core of entangled filaments in thicknesses from a nominal 1/8 to 3/4 inch, depending on desired cavity space and cladding selection. The core is bonded to a Moisture Resistive Filter Fabric that functions like an additional layer of Weather Resistant Barrier. WaterWay Rainscreen’s are designed for Stucco, EIFS, Manufactured & Natural Stone, Fiber-Cement, Brick, Lap and Cedar Sidings and other Wall Cladding Systems.
For more information, visit http://stucoflex.com/rainscreen_drainage_mats.html.
New! Best Grid Covers Ever: CEILUME
EZ-On™ Grid Covers are the easiest, fastest way to make old ceiling grid look new.
Slide-in and click into place without tools, cleaning, or adhesives.
Unique tabs cover grid intersections.
White, black, and popular colors.
Just two parts: one for 1 inch (15/16 inch) tees, another for wall angles
Introducing SuperDrive N7: GRABBER CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS
The SuperDrive N7 attachment snaps on to a screw gun right out of the box, with no coupler or adapter required. Designed for both corded and cordless models, the N7 slides into place in a matter of seconds transforming a standard screw gun into a powerful dual-purpose tool.
For more information, visit grabberpro.com/superdrive-n7.mp4.