May 9th, 2013 was a memorable day for the MN NADRA Chapter. Representatives from every sector of the Minnesota Deck and Rail industry were on hand to support NADRA’s effort to further develop its industry leading CPAC program (Consumer Protection Awareness Charter). Engaging speakers gave viable, educational information that sparked many [...]
Last week we asked NADRA members to forward the industry brief to their contacts. This is a very small, but effective way to spread the word about NADRA, industry news and upcoming events. A special thank you to the WOLF Organization for passing on NADRA news to your contacts! WOLF continues [...]
Recap of 2013 Group B Committee Action Hearing (Dallas, TX) Last week the IRC code hearings were held in Dallas, TX. NADRA's Technical Advisor, Glenn Mathewson represented the association on numerous proposals. This work is just beginning & your support is NEEDED on key issues that WILL effect your businesses and will effect this industry. Your support [...]
NADRA Atlanta Chapter Meeting Re-Cap April 2013 We tried something different with our second meeting of the year by hosting the first “Speed Dating with Deck Builders” event at the Ivy in Buckhead. We had over 51 attendees at the meeting which included several first time visitors. I want to [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Karen Wong Phone: 1.866.323.4766 Fax: 972.644.3720 Email: karenw@fortressrailing.com Fortress Railing Products Announces New Distribution Partnership with California Cascade Industries in Northern California Richardson, TX - March 25, 2013 – Fortress Railing Products, a leader in the ornamental railing industry, announces its partnership with California Cascade [...]
Contacts: Amy Lewis, amy@renownmarketing.com, 651.450.9222 Julie Goetz, julie@goetzresultscomm.com, 952.452.3663 PERENNIAL WOOD NAMED A GREEN CERTIFIED PRODUCT BY HOME INNOVATION RESEARCH LABS KINGSPORT, Tenn., April 3, 2013—Further confirming its sustainability position, Perennial Wood™ recently was named a Green Certified Product by Home Innovation Research Labs, formerly the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Research Center. This distinction means [...]
Two weeks ago the code proposals for the creation of the 2015 IRC were posted for public review, and NADRA quickly made our industry aware. There are a lot of them to review. In building codes alone there were 1132 pages of proposals. I have read and skimmed through all [...]
The time has come again for us to be a part of our future…for you to be a part of your future. The International Code Council released the proposed changes to the 2012 International Residential Code (IRC) on March 11th. The ideas contained in these proposals come from professionals and non-professionals [...]
March 6, 2013 CONTACT: Michael Beaudry, North American Deck & Railing Association (NADRA) (215) 679 - 4884 John Porco, Founder & CEO, VisionScape Interactive, LLC. RELEASE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The North American Deck & Railing Association (NADRA) and VisionScape Interactive, LLC. Partner to Bring the Outdoor Living Community Together Through [...]
On behalf of the NJ NADRA Board of Directors, I would like to thank everyone for coming out last night to support our deck builders at our NJ Deck Awards Dinner. We had a great turnout and a wonderful time!! We would also like to thank Trex, AZEK, TimberTech, Windward Sales, [...]
