CertainTeed ICON™ Composite Siding
CertainTeed has introduced ICON, a new composite siding. Made in the USA, ICON is designed to combine the look of authentic, wide cedar planks with moisture resistance to withstand harsh conditions. A thermoset, polyurethane composite cladding, ICON is engineered to provide moisture resistance and to prevent expansion and contraction. Additionally, ICON is developed lighter and said to be more flexible than fiber cement or natural wood. ICON’s extended-length, 16′ panels can be installed without flashing or caulking and butted together tightly, preventing unsightly joints and seams. CertainTeed’s STUDfinder™ feature identifies wall stud placement for accuracy, and the selfaligning Stack Lock is said to ensure that each plank is hung securely for superior wind load performance. In addition, a wide 7″ reveal and hidden fastener system has been developed to eliminate visible nail heads. ICON is available nationwide and comes with a 30-year product warranty. www.certainteed.com
Dow GREAT STUFF PRO™
Dow Building Solutions has introduced a water-based, one-component sealant foam technology designed to improve air sealing performance by creating a gasket between drywall and framing. This unique formulation is compressible when cured, allowing a flat plane when drywall board is attached to the wall frame. The flexible foam bead stays in place and is designed to be durable enough to withstand scraping and rubbing when drywall is slid into place. With air leakage accounting for 40% of energy loss in new homes, the flexible foam solution was developed to allow for a smooth, even drywall installation. The foam is intended to be applied to the face of framing lumber around the top plate, bottom plate and all rough openings and left exposed to air for cure. www.dowgreatstuff.com
Eclipse™ Weather-Resistant Barrier from RoyOMartin
RoyOMartin has expanded its Eclipse line of radiant barrier OSB sheathing products. A new wall-sheathing product, Eclipse Weather-Resistant Barrier is also a panel and tape combination that integrates in a single housewrap product, the energy efficiency of a radiant barrier with the benefits of a weather-resistant barrier. The Eclipse roofing product, Eclipse OSB Radiant Barrier, is installed with the reflective foil facing down. It works by reducing the amount of radiation incident on, and heat flow through, the insulation, serving to attain maximum energy efficiencies. In wall applications, Eclipse panels install with the foil or weather-resistant barrier facing outward. Seams and corners taped with approved tape are said to control vapor and air movement while maintaining breathability. www.royomartin.com
DEWALT Construction Saw Blades
DEWALT has announced a new look and improved performance for their line of Construction Saw Blades. When combined with the blade’s wedge shoulder design, DEWALT’s Construction Blades are said to deliver impact resistance, provide easy cuts, and last longer. In addition, the line’s 7-1/4″ blades have a new, thin plate designed for cutting that is said to require less force, meaning easy cuts for the user. Along with tungsten carbide teeth developed for maximum durability and a thin kerf for fast, smooth cuts, DEWALT Construction Saw Blades also feature ribbed heat vents to allow blades to run at cooler temperatures, reducing blade flexing and binding. Anti-stick coating minimizes friction and gum-up. www.dewalt.com
Deceuninck’s Revolution XLTM Tilt & Turn Window and Door System
Deceuninck North America’s new Revolution XLTM Tilt & Turn window and door system is a European-style product designed for high-performance U.S. applications. Revolution XL delivers a full suite of products, including windows, a tilt/slide door, a terrace door and a lift-and-slide door, all designed to be suitable for remodeling, replacement or new construction markets. Revolution XL is said to provide structural performance and sound mitigation properties. It also is designed for impact rated coastal applications. Revolution XL has been designed to excel in style, thermal capability, resistance to water infiltration and overall performance the company says. It’s low-profile styling has been developed to provide minimum bulkiness and maximum daylight. www.deceuninckna.com
RenoWare Installed Sales Software
RenoWare Technologies has introduced LBM vendor integration in the cloud. RenoWare software allows users to move vendor data, manage installed/package sales, and pass data over to POS systems. The RenoWare application is designed specifically for LBM dealers and building centers to better manage installation services. The company says that RenoWare eliminates repetitive typing and unmanageable paperwork while improving customer experience and increasing profits. A free trial version is available. www.renoware.ca
Weather Shield Oversized Direct Set Windows
Weather Shield Windows & Doors has introduced its new Oversized Direct Set Windows. Weather Shield expanded the glass from 60 square feet to 70 square feet to satisfy architects and homebuilders who desire larger, unobstructed views. The floor-toceiling glass windows feature slim-line direct glaze rectangular frames that are said to help maximize the viewing area. Oversized Direct Set Windows are available in both the Weather Shield Contemporary Collection™ and Premium Series™ product lines. The windows feature a 5/4″ jamb and a two-part structural sealant that enables them to achieve a design pressure rating of +75/-75. Available in 12 standard colors, 45 designer colors, four metallic finishes and eight anodized exterior aluminum finishes and a choice of seven wood species interiors with factory finishes. Weather Shield backs its products with a warranty against defects in material or workmanship for 20 years and against wood rot on all clad products for 30 years. www.weathershield.com
ODL Updates EVOLVE® Framing
ODL, Inc., has announced several expansions to its EVOLVE framing line. The EVOLVE framing system that uses compression foam tape instead of traditional caulk is now available in three additional sizes: 20″x36″, 22″x80″, and 8″x80″. The size options are also available for EVOLVE frames in high-performance material and in FiberPro® material. ODL has also announced that EVOLVE is now available as a Simulated Divided Light (SDL) system in FiberMate® white and oak material. The new manufacturing enhancement makes ODL the first doorglass manufacturer to use injection molded frames, the company says. The process aims to make the frame easier to install and less likely to warp or separate from the frame. ODL also added several new sizing options to the SDL line— including a four-light and a six-light offering. www.odl.com
Milwaukee® Cushion Grip Screwdrivers
Milwaukee Tool has introduced new Cushion Grip Screwdrivers. The new line features a tri-material cushion grip handle with an anti-peel design. Unique to the new Cushion Grip Screwdrivers is new-to-world tactile identification on the end of every tool. This feature is designed to allow users to simply feel for the correct tool on their belt without having to look, enhancing productivity. A wrench-ready bolster is designed to enable users to utilize a wrench to maximize the tightening and loosening force and knurled shanks provide users with better gripping surface to rotate the shank when performing precision fastening. Available in four piece, six piece or individual. www.milwaukeetool.com