How to Take Care of Your Onsite Tools
By Bill Kennedy, Service and Repair Manager, iQ Power Tools
Tools are designed to make jobs easier, but how do you ensure their long-lasting durability and efficiency? Following are some common questions I’m asked in my day-to-day as a service and repair manager, and why...
Bostik’s PanelTack System Meets Fire, Seismic Test Standards
Bostik announced that its ventilated façade cladding PanelTack System has met the stringent requirements of the NFPA 285 Standard Fire Test Method, displaying the fire stability and flame resistance capabilities of the system.
Additionally, PanelTack has met standards set forth by AAMA 501.6 Seismic Testing...
Laticrete Partners with Microban on Select Stonetech Products
Laticrete has partnered with Microban International to upgrade select Stonetech sealers and cleaners. Offering enhanced protection to inhibit the growth of stain- and odor-causing bacteria on surfaces, the following products in the Stonetech line now feature Microban Antimicrobial Technology: BulletProof Sealer, Heavy Duty Sealer,...
LATICRETE Launches New Special Edition Grout Color Options
LATICRETE, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, has launched a refreshed selection of special edition grout colors to the PERMACOLORⓇ Select AnyColor™ line. PERMACOLOR Select is an advanced high-performance cement grout offering the industry’s first dispersible dry pigment...
Planiprep 4 LVT: Patch, smooth, level with high moisture resistance
Planiprep 4 LVT, the new high-moisture-resistant skimcoat and embossing leveler from
MAPEI, is designed for use in interior residential and commercial applications. The premixed, acrylic-resin-based product can be used to level off and smooth over existing ceramic and stone surfaces.
“It can be used to...
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CFI Unveils Schedule for Upcoming Convention
Chris McKee, president of International Certified Flooring Installers Association (CFI), has announced the details of the group’s upcoming Annual Convention & Expo, set for August 2-4 at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Florida.
Aimed at both veteran installers and early-career professionals, the event marks CFI’s...
Mannington Awarded Patent for SimpleStairs
Mannington Mills recently was awarded a patent by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for its SimpleStairs product line, covering the production method and equipment utilized to produce SimpleStairs in the U.S. SimpleStairs is an exact match stair tread that features the same...
Today’s ‘Taylor Time Live’ to Tackle Callbacks, Inspections
Taylor Adhesives’ YouTube show “Taylor Time Live,” set for today from 11:30 a.m. to noon EST, will feature Bob Blochinger of Blochinger & Co. discussing callbacks and inspections. Blochinger is a 45-year veteran of the flooring industry with experience in sales, installation, maintenance, specification...
All Tile to Distribute Uzin, Wolff Throughout Midwest
Uzin Utz North America has announced that All Tile Carpet Cushion & Supplies will distribute the company’s Uzin and Wolff Tools product ranges throughout select markets.
In a joint statement, Uzin Vice President Brian Preuss and Wolff Vice President Dan Gill noted, “We are pleased...
Futura Adds Multiple New Features to Website
Futura Transitions has unveiled a new website which features powerful digital tools for installers, contractors, architects and designers, according to the manufacturer.
Product portfolio. The full line of trims and transitions for LVT, ceramic, carpet and safety applications are now featured in searchable digital format....
