NADRA News

9 08, 2022

Nashville Bar Evacuated After Deck Partially Collapses

By |2022-08-09T15:27:30-05:00August 9th, 2022|Categories: Deck Safety, Industry Brief, Industry News, NADRA News|Tags: , , |

A popular bar in Nashville was evacuated after a portion of the outdoor deck seemingly collapsed. Patrons at Loser's Bar and Grill in Midtown were enjoying their Wednesday (August 3) evening ahead of Whiskey Jam when the floor of the deck suddenly buckled around 6 p.m., WKRN reports. There were also reports of a potential gas leak. While initial reports stated the deck collapsed, the Nashville Fire Department has since confirmed the incident is not classified as a collapse. No injuries were reported.

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4 08, 2022

Spahn & Rose Lumber Co. to Acquire Still Lumber

By |2022-08-04T13:10:42-05:00August 4th, 2022|Categories: Industry Brief, Industry News, NADRA News, Press Release|Tags: , , |

Spahn & Rose Lumber Co. has entered into an agreement to purchase Still Lumber, a building-materials supplier in Conyers, Georgia. "Still Lumber is a natural fit with Spahn & Rose," says Dave Davis, Spahn & Rose's CEO. "Like Spahn & Rose, Still Lumber has a long history of providing quality, expert service to contractor and homeowner customers. We're proud to have Still Lumber join the Spahn & Rose family."

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1 08, 2022

Deckorators® Invests in Contractor Program with JobTread Partnership

By |2022-08-01T10:16:16-05:00August 1st, 2022|Categories: Industry Brief, Industry News, NADRA News|Tags: , , |

Deckorators®, a leading brand of UFP Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: UFPI), has partnered with JobTread Software to provide their contractor program best-in-class business management support. This partnership demonstrates Deckorators’ continued commitment to supporting and growing its team of Certified Pros.

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25 07, 2022

Navigating a Leadership Role Can be Lonely—Here Are Some Tips

By |2022-07-25T14:47:16-05:00July 25th, 2022|Categories: Industry Brief, Industry News, NADRA News, Tips & Tricks|Tags: , |

15 company heads are sharing their best resources so you don’t have to go it alone.. Earning your first role in leadership may seem exciting in the beginning but it can be challenging once you dig a little deeper on the job. But if you learn how to build the right team to assist you with meeting the company’s mission and goals, you’ll be set up for success in no time with people who are willing to back each other up during the decision-making process. And that’s a big win for all.

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25 07, 2022

Neighbors React to Deck Collapse That Injured Six People in Antioch

By |2022-07-26T08:09:57-05:00July 25th, 2022|Categories: Deck Safety, Industry Brief, Industry News, NADRA News|Tags: , , |

From a next-door neighbor’s property, you can see the aftermath of a deck that partially collapsed Saturday night and sent six people to the hospital. The deck, which stood more than 10 feet high, collapsed during a house party in Antioch on Pippen Drive. Neighbor Sakawa Bakoyema remembers hearing the loud crash as she washed dishes and kept an eye on her 2-year-old daughter.

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25 07, 2022

PSP/Deck Expo Returns to Las Vegas, November 15-17 as the Premier Trade Event for the Pool, Spa, Patio, and Decking Industries

By |2022-07-25T14:05:38-05:00July 25th, 2022|Categories: Industry Brief, Industry News, NADRA News, Press Release|Tags: , , |

The 2022 International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo™, co-located with Deck Expo (PSP/Deck Expo) opened online registration for attendees. The event, put on by Informa Markets, the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), and the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA®), is November 15-17 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Participants may register online at www.poolspapatio.com; early bird pricing runs through September 14.

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25 07, 2022

Oldcastle APG Acquires Barrette Outdoor Living

By |2022-07-25T13:22:11-05:00July 25th, 2022|Categories: Industry Brief, Industry News, NADRA News, Press Release|Tags: , , |

Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, has acquired Barrette Outdoor Living, a manufacturer of fencing, railing, outdoor accents and related products in North America. This acquisition will expand Oldcastle APG’s ability to offer retailers, dealers, contractors, and consumers a more diverse and comprehensive suite of durable and sustainable outdoor solutions.

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21 07, 2022

Outdoor Living Solutions

By |2022-07-21T10:17:21-05:00July 21st, 2022|Categories: Industry Brief, Industry News, NADRA News, Product Highlight|Tags: , , , |

Research shows that remodeling and outdoor living projects are on the rise as homeowners feel more confident investing in their primary residence. Since many people view the outdoors as an extension of their living space, Simpson Strong-Tie offers Outdoor Living software to help them design their dream backyard.

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14 07, 2022

Fortress Building Products Celebrates 20 Years of Leading Global Change in the Way People Build and Live

By |2022-07-14T15:05:45-05:00July 14th, 2022|Categories: NADRA News, Press Release|Tags: |

Fortress Building Products is celebrating 20 years of delivering wood-alternative outdoor building products, people-first programs and unlimited design possibilities. A family business, Fortress Building Products was born out of Woodmark International. In its early years, the company's goals were modest: deliver product-focused solutions to its customers. But as the company grew to meet increased customer demand, it became clear that there was an opportunity for Fortress® to help lead positive change on a local and global scale.

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14 07, 2022

Regina Couple Injured in Deck Collapse Wants Builder, Developer to Take Responsibility

By |2022-07-14T11:19:52-05:00July 14th, 2022|Categories: Deck Safety, Industry Brief, Industry News, NADRA News, Uncategorized|Tags: , , |

A raised deck overlooking a pond and golf course is what convinced Koroush Khandehroo, a 47-year-old professor at the University of Regina, and his wife, Mahshad Khaniki, to buy a new townhouse in northwest Regina in 2015. For nearly five years, the couple considered the second-storey deck to be a peaceful oasis from which they could watch birds and golfers. Then, on June 22, 2020, the deck collapsed underneath them and turned their lives upside down.

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