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.
For 100 years, the Dickies brand has been worn around the world by ordinary people making extraordinary things. Founded in Fort Worth, Texas in 1922, Dickies began with a simple mission: to make high quality workwear for hard-working Americans and to champion the dignity of work. Launching with a single product – the now iconic bib overalls - it wasn’t long before Dickies was discovered around the world and a global brand was born.
“SPAX POWERLAGS structural fasteners have always been known for their structural integrity and now they will also provide an ornamental, decorative finish for exterior projects such as decks, arbors, pergolas and fences,” said Eric Ashack, SPAX® Product Manager. “Green is still our favorite color, but we have heard from our customers that they prefer a black coating for an attractive appearance and to match with other products.”
Altenloh, Brinck & Co. unveiled a state of the art, 12,000 square foot training center at its Bryan headquarters made possible by the company’s expansion to its new packaging facility in Pioneer, Ohio.
Digger Specialties Inc. (DSI) manufactures a variety of building products highlighted by its Westbury® brand of aluminum railing. DSI was founded in 1983 and has focused on the development of innovative building products. Today, the Westbury® Aluminum Railing brand is the North American industry leader in the aluminum railing product category.
Feeney Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-quality architectural products, has released the next generation of its DesignRail® LED Rail Lighting Kit. The updated lighting solution simplifies installation and delivers added versatility, while also offering a longer product warranty.
Trex Company, the world’s largest manufacturer of wood-alternative composite decking and leader in high-performance, low-maintenance outdoor living products, is expanding on the impeccable pedigree of its premium Transcend decking line with the introduction of Trex Transcend® Lineage™. This new generation product heralds what’s next in outdoor living with refined aesthetics, trend-forward colors and enhanced performance features.
The AXIS™ Structural Wood Screw is the next step in fastener design. Every facet has been evaluated and improved (patents pending). Our extra sharp Fast Start Tip saves you time onsite and the Twin Blades outperform the competitor’s knurls. The Turbine Ribs ensure an incredibly clean finish. Its cup shaped, countersinking head, provides unparalleled holding power and less risk of splitting the wood.
MoistureShield, a division of Oldcastle APG®, a CRH Company, today announced the launch of MoistureShield Joist Tape, a protective adhesive designed to increase deck lifespans by protecting their substructures from the elements. The patented acrylic adhesive and woven cloth substrate forms a tight seal over joists and deck screws to prevent moisture infiltration, enhancing the longevity of any deck frame and adding up to ten years* to the life of wood and metal-framed decks.
Contractors and consumers can now buy New Castle Steel tracks, beams, joists, and other building materials for decking substructures directly from New Castle Building Group.
