New App Speeds Up Treated Wood Sales

Western Wood Preservers Institute has introduced a free new app to streamline the sales and building process for treated wood specifiers, suppliers, users and inspectors.

The app allows users to look up the commodity, application and exposure environment for treated wood products to find out the retention required by AWPA and the CheckMark third party inspection details on the end tag. Users can also look up:

. the Treated Wood Council's life cycle assessments comparing treated wood to substitutes, as published by different peer-reviewed journals ; services provided by treated wood suppliers; frequently asked questions about treated lumber, and

. information on various WWPI programs, EPA-approved preservatives, fire retardants, and proper handling of treated wood.

In effect, this app allows architects and engineers to research and specify the proper AWPA use category for a designed application, considering the exposure and location of the treated wood. Contractors can look up the use category and get quotes from the lumberyard on specific preservatives that meet the proper retention. Building officials and code inspectors can verify that end tags on treated lumber and plywood meet the proper standards and show them to contractors.

The app is available for all tablet and smartphone operating systems, including iPhone, iPad, Android, Microsoft and Blackberry.

Cedar Creek Enters the West Cedar Creek, Oklahoma City, Ok., has purchased the assets of All-Coast Forest Products' distribution center in Denver, Co.

All-Coast will continue to operate in Cloverdale, Ca.

"We are very pleased to acquire an outstandin-g location and a grcat team of pcople in the growing Denver market." said D. Wayne Trousdalc. Cedar Creek c.o.o. "We plan to acld several new pr<lcluct categories ancl ol'fcr a broad rangc of specialty anc'l commodity wood products for lun.rber yards and thc industrial customer."

Cedar Crcck-Denver will stock such products as cedar, siding. trirn. EWP. hardwoocl plywood. boards. MDF, MDO, rnclamine. decking. and commodity lumber and panels. Thc wholesaler now has l-5 DCs scrr,ins 2zl states in the Mid-South. Midwest. Srrulheast and Rtre kv Mtlurtluin urcus.

Lowe's Taking Over OSH

Orchard Supply Harclware. San Josc. Ca., has filcd lirr Chapter I I bankruptcy protection ancl petitioned thc court to scll its usscts to Lowc's lirr lbl0-5 rrrillion 1n L'11rh.

Lou,c's says its wou ld continue opelatinu at least 60 of'OSH's 9l locations. under thc OSH narnc and with existing management.

OSH storcs currently avcragc 36.000 sq. ft.. Lowe's I 13.(XX) sq. ti.

Weyco Buying Longview

Weyerhacuser Co., Fedcral Way. Wa., has agrcccl to purchase Longvicw Timber, Longvicw. Wa.. and its 645.000 acrcs of tirnberlancls in Wush ngton rrnd Olc,:or,. Thc acquisition rvould increasc Weyerhaeuscr's lirrcst holdings by lbout 10% to 6.6 acres.

The company is also considering sclling or spinning o1l' its homebuildin-u/clevelopment anr. Weyerhaeuscr Rcal Estate.

Wolmanized Outdoor Wood

Ecospecif ier Certif ied

Lonza Wood Protcction. Atlanta, Ga., has received an Ecospecifier

Global ccrtification for Wolmanizcd Outdoor prcscrvative trelted wood as a Verified Product.

Being vcrificd as an Ecosl'lccifier

Global product mcans Wolmanizccl Outcloor wood can be usccl by iirchitects and other building pros as a contributing product in thc achicvement of grce n building rating tool credits.

"Thc Ecospecifier revicw is one of several indcpcndent evaluations conducted on Wolmanized Outdoor wood and is thc latcst distinguishin-s crcdcntial the prodr-rct has earned." said Steve Wisnewski. hcad of Lonza Wood Proteclion. "A rnong thesc arc the Good Housekeeping Seal and certification by Horrrc lnnovation Reseirrcl'r Labs as meeting rccluirements firr tcr- rnite-resistant materials in the National Grcen Building Standard."

Demand Up for Building Board

U.S. demand for building board w'ill rise 7% annually through 2011 Io -52.5 billion sq. ft. fiom its current 37.5 billion sq. ft. (3/8" basis).

Windows, doors. subll<lorin-9 and roofing will be the fastest-growin_[ uses. Anrong structural boarcls. OSB will outpace sotiwood plywoocl. while insulation board iind high and low density fiberboard will rise the most among non-structural boards.

GEO. M. HUFF TUMBER COMPANY;

o premier distribuior of wholesole building producis; hos feomed with Roseburg Engineered Wood Products in the Soulhern Colifornio morkei. Huff Lumber offers the complete line o{ Roseburg EWP coupled with full iechnicol copobilities including ioke-off, conversion, plocement drowings ond engineering services. EWP moteriols ore ovoiloble in mill direci bulk shipments, locol uniis ond cut piece iob pockoges.

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Advanced Framing

Bluelinx's onCenter Advanced Framing Lumber can be used for a wide range of framing needs, including floor joists, roof rafters, truss chords, wall studs, and columns.

The product is manufactured with black spruce lumber that is joined together with a tongue-andgroove edge and waterproof, heat-resistant adhesive.

AFL is available in depths from 3-112" through 16", with lengths up to 32'.

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Smarter Framing Software

Weyerhaeuser has updated its structural frame software to increase accuracy from design to jobsite, reduce installation errors, and improve collaboration.

Javelin 5.0 now has functionality for compression roof systems, material list editing, product additions/updates, measurements in 3-D view, improved level notes, and enhancements to TJI hole analysis.

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KD Pattern, Fascia & Trim

UFPEdge pattern, fascia and trim are made with kiln-dried lumber that is free of wane, with small tight knots that show the warm characteristics of natural wood.

Suitable for both interior and exterior applications, the products are manufactured locally for quick turns, short shelf life, and less handing.

Profiles include WPI I, tongue-and-groove, 105 drop siding, totem siding, log cabin with reveal, and many more. Custom patterns and sizes can also be special ordered.

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Beautiful Treated Beams

Rosboro's X-Beam glulam is now available treated, for superior durability and an architectural appearance.

Manufactured from Douglas fir to match standard framing widths and I-Joist depths, Treated X-Beams are treated with Hi-Clear II. The clear industrial preservative imparts an attractive honey color and protects against decay, mold, bacteria and insectsincluding Formosan termites.

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Sealing Moulding & Trim

Alex Flex sealant from Dap Products is formulated to seal moulding and trim before painting. The sealant is flexible, ready to paint in 30 minutes, mold and mildew resistant, and cleans up quickly with soap and water.

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The Look of Nature

Parterre's Oasis vinyl flooring recreates the look of leaves embedded in concrete.

The 18x18 tiles come in six natural colors, ranging from watery blues and greens to warm rusts and tans.

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Healthier Gypsum Boards

Certainteed's AirRenew Essential gypsum boards are Greenguard Gold certified to improve indoor air quality.

Both the ll2" board and 5/8" fire-resistant board contain up to 99Vo total recycled content. Both capture VOCs and convert them into safe, inert compounds.

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' product desimed for interior house lraminq in Hawaii. a Hi-bor' treat-ed wood resists attack by Foiinosan and

Hi-boro brand treated wood is aborate treated subterranean termites and numerous hbusehold as well as fungal decay.

"ffiiretno' brand interior fire retardant is the consfuction indusW's newest and most advanced fire Drotection yntem for wuid. The unique FirePro chemistrv 6 a patent pehdins formulation that con-ains no phosphomubbased comloundsl te pressure treated lUmber i mr\ nmf tnrsses, rzffers, beanr

Deck Screw Tool

The new Smart-Bit deck screw depth setter from Starborn Industries delivers fast. clean and uniform fastening.

The adjustable tool works with Starborn fasteners and other fastening products.

It ensures that screws are set to the desired depth below the work surface in decking, drywall, and general building applicatlons.

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Gompatible Biscuits

Versatex Trimboard now offers a PVC-compatible plastic biscuit, which are used to secure and align joints in fascias and friezes, as well as window and door trims.

The biscuits can be used with PVC adhesives and are available in boxes of 25 or cartons of l0 boxes.

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New Nail Packaging

Jaaco now offers its stainless steel coiled nails in lightweight, re-sealable plastic tubes that prevent product damage and are easy to carry.

Both 304 and 316 roofing nails- which are corrosion-resistant and have ring shanks for increased withdrawal resistance-can be packed in the tubes.

Two tubes fit into a mediumsize Priority Mail box, for fast and affordable shipping.

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Pair of Pump Pliers

Klaw pump pliers from Klein Tools are available in two styles: classic and quick adjust.

The quick-adjust model has a push button, quick ratchet feature that allows adjustment to any position.

Both styles have curved jaws that allow multiple points of contact, a compact and narrow shape for better access in small or hard to reach spaces, and a special groove at the tip of the jaw for holding nails.

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Drive Time

Senco's DuraSpin auto-feed screwdriver is now offered in an I 8-volt, battery-powered version.

Depending on screw length and substrate, it can drive between 500 to 700 screws per charge.

Other enhancements include a higher torque motor, applicationspecific tool speeds, a variable speed trigger with lock and reverse options, and a corner-fit feed system.

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Moving Windows

Kolbe's Ultra Series tilt-turn windows swing in for access and easy cleaning, or tilt in for ventilation.

The windows feature aluminum-clad exteriors with an anodized finish, black hardware, and triple pane insulating glass.

Engineered laminated-veneer bamboo is used on the interior side.

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