Long Span Decking

Large public open spaces become more visually unique when long span roof and floor decking systems are used. 



Airports, gyms, natatoriums, stadiums, libraries and worship centers are some of the places that benefit with this type of decking.  Andrew Graf, Marketing Specialist for Epic Metals presented various products which allow you a fresh, clean look. Using their wedge bolt and lock it is possible to hang lighting, pipes and more without penetrating the deck

Another clean look is achieved by carrying the decking through the building to the outside (as seen in picture above). Where exterior meets interior, air dams are provided to protect from weather infiltration.

    

Fire Rated Doors

EVER WISH THAT A FIRE RATED DOOR COULD BE MORE AESTHETIC?

There are options when a rated door jamb is needed and the beauty of real wood is desired.



Alex Barmashi (Preferred Marketing Associates)  and Maria DeFiore (Rings End) presented information and materials on the fire rated door and more.

Condominium fire rated door jambs, high end commercial rated door frames and fire-rated garage door entry frames in single family homes are examples of great applications. 

One option for a fire rated frame is made by Ferche Millwork, who offers 45, 60 and 90 minute frames that are WHI certified. These frames are:

• available in almost any species            
• simple to install
• custom sized
• positive or neutral pressure rating
• available in 3 weeks

  OVERHEAD DOOR COMPANY    

Regional Sales Manager, Gary Michael and
Brookfield Sales Manager, Lou Glacy

SECOND FEATURE

....the rolling service door

used  for a spectrum of commercial/industrial applications are easy to install, durable, economical and available with a wide choice of slat profiles, materials and colors
... the rolling counter door
used in stadium concession areas, parts storage areas, mall food courts, pharmacies and retail settings are available in  a wide choice of materials and colors

A third door option presented when security is a priority, but visual access to interior space is desired, is the side-folding open-air security grille.  These are available in an array of profiles and can be further customized:

• finish color (21 standard colors, 172 premiumcolors or color-matched)
• installed on a customized track radii and/or curve
• can include an emergency egress door.

OVERHEAD DOOR

       OVERHEAD DOOR COMPANY    

Regional Sales Manager, Gary Michael and
Brookfield Sales Manager, Lou Glacy

presented a segment on Commercial Sectional Doors 

and Residential Doors

followed by a segment on the Rolling Service Door

FIRST FEATURE

Commercial sectional doors can be:

1. non-insulated steel (inexpensive, low R value)
2. high efficiency thermal (high R value, high STC rating, internal horizontal hinge and  glazed options) or
3. aluminum (panels can be solid or glazed, low R value)

What do you think the best option is?

These door can be operated, electrically or with a chain hoist, on a single or double lift track system,. A double track is used when clearance height would not accommodate full height of garage door in open position or to allow for screening on a second track. Might also be a nice feature for a lake home!

Commercial doors now offer break away panels on lower section of doors which minimizes repair costs and facility down time in high-traffic areas. This option an be used in any of their sectional doors. 

UL325 entrapment protection is a safety device which does not allow door to close when something is in door opening. This is now mandatory for both residential and commercial door openers.

Stay tune for Second Feature -  Part 2 

on the Rolling Door System...

CELLULOSE INSULATION

Imagine this: a penny placed on top of cellulose is then placed on your hand;  a torch is held on the penny, it melts 

and you don't get burned.

National Fiber rep, Jim Foley, shared lunch and information on the different types of insulation available. Most common choices for insulation are cellulose, fiberglass and foam.

Cellulose insulation offers:

• High R value which increases energy savings up to 40%
• High recycled content with non-toxic borate acid which acts as a fire retardant (Class A fire rating) and deters pests and rodents
• Pneumatically installed cellulose fills cavities with high density and offers better noise reduction than glass fiber or foams. 
• Prevents rot, mold and animals since moisture disperses readily through cellulose  
• An installation which requires no vapor barrier, no glue or physical support
• The only insulation product made in the Northeast

Accessible Bathing Systems

 developed a floor system which addresses the critical concerns of safety and sanitation.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,  every year about 235,000 people over the age of 15 visit emergency rooms because of injuries suffered in the bathroom. More than one third of the injuries happen while bathing or showering.  Individuals 65 and older account for 79% of bathroom injuries.
Best Bath Regional Manager, Cal Osborn discussed codes and guidelines pertaining to bath units, surface finishes, accessories and methods of installation.

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Inspired by the European concept of the barrier free wetroom, Best Bath developed the Unifloor, a one piece pre-leveled flooring solution with waterproof joints.

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The Unifloor system: 

• has no seams  (which means no grout)
• has a sloped floor for consistent drainage
• requires less space (toilet and shower share the required turning radius)
• is easily maintained, easily cleaned (groutless environment eliminates bacterial growth)
• is constructed to last 30 years
• reduces installation and construction time

Its' gelcoat surface treatment provides a tough and durable finish which can be enhanced with custom color tiles to achieve a look suitable for many barrier free bath needs - commercial, institutional and/or residential.

Best Bath offers a full line of showers which will transform a standard bathing area into an accessible, attractive and safe wet area!

Cultured Stone

Stone has been used in building since prehistoric times. It is a material that adds character to space, but is also heavy, can be expensive, difficult to install and limited in appearance. Welcome 'Cultured Stone' . This is a product which is engineered to look like stone with added benefits.

Shannon Grizaniuk (Boral Stone Products) and Sean Delaney (New Milford Block & Supply)  presented on the ease and options of using a manufactured stone veneer (MSV). Cultured stone veneer is available as a customized individual product or as part of a modular system. Both offer an attractive, economical  way to add stone to new or renovated construction projects. The benefits of Boral Cultured Stone products to actual stone are:

• faster installation - product is a lighter weight than actual stone and backs are flat as they are cast-fit (produced in molds)
• lower cost
• design options- a wider range of patterns, a wider range of colors as the process creates and hand paints to achieve looks wanted
• color consistency -is improved as natural stone can be less constant depending on where pieces are quarried
• warranty and code adherence - evaluation report is available for every product

Can't get much greener than natural stone, but Boral Cultured Stone is committed to thinking and building green - materials and water used are recycled

            

 *Point of Interest-

 Boral, an Austalian company, purchased US firm Owens Corning's Cultured Stone division in December 2010. In the transition, they are jointly operating the business until 2014.