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Welcome to ARCAT's archive of building product news and/or innovative building materials. Several products are listed here and there are links to past building product news. News Divisions @-->Correct Building Product's (CBP) high-performance, sustainable CorrectDeck CX was donated to the Maine Maritime Museum (MMM) to build the 60-foot play ship, Pirates Paradise. [07.25.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Disdero Lumber' s timbers are dried with state of the art conventional kilns utilizing a computer controlled low pressure steam system or microwave ñ Radio Frequency Vacuum (RFV). [07.24.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->The new fire-rated door frame from Contact Industries allows architects and contractors to comply with the strictest of fire ratings without compromising aesthetics. [07.24.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Coffman Stairs by Visador is now offering its Forged Iron Collection, a product the maker says offers a wide[07.18.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->AZEK Building Products now offers railings in white and three colors: Brownstone, Gray and Clay to complement AZEK Deck and AZEK Porch. [07.18.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Oceanfront Resort Relies on Fypon PVC Products[07.15.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Gossen has just completed Architectural Testing / Code Compliance for their WeatherReady Deck Boards. [07.09.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Turncraft' new Poly-Classic® DuraStone™ columns come ready for installation and never need painting. These pre-colored columns are manufactured using a patent pending process that results in a product that looks like it was made by Mother Nature.[07.08.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->New from Correct Building Products LLC is CorrectPorch. CorrectPorch combines the warmth of wood with the durability of a composite, for a beautiful porch made to last a lifetime.[07.08.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Lumicor Introduces Two New Color Collections [07.03.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Novik Inc is an active member of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection ‘’Customs – Trade Partnership against Terrorism’’ (C-TPAT) Program.[07.01.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Fieldstone Cabinetry is used in a kitchen remodeling project for HGTV's Spice Up My Kitchen kitchen remodeling show.[06.27.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Contact Industries uses advanced fingerjointing technology with grain matching veneer to produce 16’ lengths of clear mouldings which won’t be found in solid wood. Any species of veneer can be applied to a wide variety of substrates, even...[06.26.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Hybrid Balustrade and Compound Curve Stairway System Introduced by Fypon[06.26.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Custom Decorative Mouldings has added 30 NEW CAD Details for their Simulated Wood Trim [06.24.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Contact Industries' new product team custom engineered a Western Red Cedar profile-wrapped aluminum exterior soffit which has both a high fire rating and the aesthetic look of wood.[06.17.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->East Teak's Garapa Gold™ Meets Consumer Demand for Hardwood Decking: Growing Number of Buyers Preferring the Exotic Blonde Look[06.13.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Turncraft introduces DuraStone™ Columns to their 2008 line of products! [06.13.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Timberpeg® is proud to offer two new options for homeowners looking to build with green products. [06.12.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Timber Framing Listed Amongst Top 15 Eco-Friendly Home Trends[06.11.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->CertainTeed Corporation Supports Habitat for Humanity’s 2008 Home Builders Blitz[06.09.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->SABIC Innovative Plastics Wins 2007 National ENERGY GLOBE Award for Brine Recovery Project at Bergen Op Zoom Facility[06.09.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->East Teak Fine Hardwoods Introduces Rare Collection of Reclaimed Rosewood Columns: New FSC-Certified Columns Add Distinctive Character to Architectural Projects[06.06.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN is now a choice with Turncraft's Poly-Classic® DuraGlass™ columns that are made from pultruded fiberglass and are available in square, non-tapered Tuscan styling, This advanced material weighs approximately 65% less than FRP...[06.05.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Fypon has initiated a Customers’ Choice program identifying the company’s most popular products to assure inventory access from customers. The listing of more than 650 urethane pieces includes...[05.21.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->SABIC Innovative Plastics Launches New High-End Lexan* SD Films for Long-Lasting, Compromise-Resistant Electronic ID Cards [05.21.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Correct Building Products, makers of PVC-free CorrectDeck CX composite decking, is urging the PVC industry to take a more environmentally-responsible role in recycling and reuse of their products.[05.15.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->InPro Corporation has a NEW SpecWizard for Solid Surfaces[05.15.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Contact Industries in conjunction with Pictures Plus, Inc. of Hawaii co-designed and produced thin veneer, teak-wrapped mouldings for use in the Lahaina Hotel, Maui. The profiles were used to frame the hotel's artwork and mirrors.[05.14.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Correct Building Products Urges Industry to Adopt Sustainable, PVC Labeling Standard [05.13.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Roseburg Forest Products has announced the company would begin producing a solid sawn flanged RFPI® Joist. Roseburg is making the product available through its distribution partners nationwide beginning August 1, 2008.[05.12.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product • @-->Introducing The Radiance Collection™ From Formica Corporation.[05.09.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Abatron was recently involved with the restoration project of the Milwaukee City Hall. Both their WoodEpox® and LiquidEpox® products were used.[05.07.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Spectrim Building Products has added 37 NEW CAD Details for their Mouldings and Wainscotting[05.07.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Blum Inc. announced that Ty Pennington will be demonstrating their new SERVO-DRIVE drawer opening feature on the Rachael Ray Show airing May 5th on CBS (check local listings).[05.05.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Dixie-Pacific™is now a Corporate Partner with the non-profit organization that constructs homes specially adapted for returning U.S. veterans who are severely disabled while serving their country. [05.05.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Introducing The Radiance Collection™ From Formica Corporation.[04.30.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Spectrim Building Products, LLC has a NEW SpecWizard for Simulated Wood Trim[04.25.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->GLOBAL DEC-K-ING's vinyl membranes are manufactured by laminating two layers of PVC to a polyester mesh. The result is a strong and durable product that is designed for all climates, will expand and contract with the temperatures and stand the test ...[04.24.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->OTB Architectural Elements, Inc. announced that it received Miami-Dade County Product Approval for its ResinKast® patented architectural molding system.Complying with the Florida Building Code (including the High Velocity Hurricane Zone) the ResinKast®...[04.22.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Kleer Lumber, LLC has a NEW Spec for Plastic Trim[04.22.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->CertainTeed® Build-It Tour Provides Hands-On Field Training to Fence, Rail and Deck Contractors[04.15.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Blum Inc. has announced plans for an equipment and tooling investment at its North American headquarters in Stanley, N.C. Totaling $10 million dollars, the new investment will include metal stamping equipment, tooling and a new assembly machine...[04.15.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Correct Building Products Introduces CorrectPorch™ [04.14.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->LP Building Products will begin production of a new product, LP® SolidStart® LSL (Laminated Strand Lumber), at the end of the first quarter in 2008 and offer the industry’s only 1.75E in its product line. LSL, a structural engineered wood product, is...[04.11.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Millennium Decking Systems Incorporated has a NEW Spec for Composite Decking and Trim[04.11.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Turncraft columns are manufactured to closely follow the recommendations of ‘The American Vignola, The Five Orders’ by William R. Ware.[04.10.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Contact Industries has received notification from the International Organization for Standardization that the company has passed all assessments and is now ISO 9001:2000 certified.[04.09.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Correct Building Decking and Railing Systems believes that every aspect of a product’s lifecycle should be as environmentally sustainable as possible, part of which includes being PVC-free.[04.07.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Accuride International announces the launch of their newly refreshed web site designed with enhanced imagery and navigation features for a more user-friendly experience.[04.04.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->CorrectDeck used in Wall Street Journal article/illustration on building a green home.[04.02.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Fire-rated Door Frames Now Available from Contact Industries[04.02.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Contact Industries produced 20,000 ft. of clear, defect-free, wood-wrapped cherry moulding for the 15,000 sq. ft. Heaven Bent Ranch in Golden, CO for custom builder Daryl Maus. Contact was able to help Heaven Bent realize their dream with its ability...[03.25.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Turncraft Archtectural's Poly-Classic Columns now pass the Flame Spread and Smoke Density Test -ASTM E, 84-01, “Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials”[03.24.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->LP® TopNotch® premium oriented-strand board (OSB) sub-flooring now has enhanced warranties, extended no-sand warranties and a simplified naming structure.[03.20.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Blum introduces SERVO-DRIVE for TANDEM and TANDEMBOX. Drawers open automatically with just a touch on the drawer front or with a light pull of the handle. This new development is based on an electrical drive that, once triggered, opens the drawer for...[03.20.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->InPro Corporation has a NEW Spec for Solid Surfaces[03.20.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Fypon Adds QuickRail and QuickPost Systems to Product Line[03.19.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->CertainTeed Corporation Offers Cellular PVC Trim Online Continuing Education Course[03.14.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->LP® Building Products has engineered the quality and energy saving performance of LP® TechShield® Radiant Barrier Sheathing into a new product, LP TechShield Radiant Barrier Foil.[03.11.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Disdero Lumber Co. has a NEW Spec for Heavy Timber Construction[03.11.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Blum introduces AVENTOS HL Lift up system. Blum has released the next in its line of upper cabinet lift systems, the AVENTOS HL. The HL is a lift up system for cabinet doors with all the popular features of the other lift systems in the AVENTOS line...[03.10.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->OTB Architectural Elements has added a NEW Spec for their Cast Resin Architectural Components[03.10.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Collins Product’s new line of particleboard — Collins Pine FreeForm™ — has just been chosen as one of the “Top-10 Green Building Products” at the sixth annual U.S. Green Building Council’s Conference in Chicago.[03.07.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->This week at DeckExpo in Orlando, Fla., CertainTeed unveiled the Durham™ aluminum railing system. The new beveled aluminum railing system can be used on any deck or porch surface to create a multitude of looks that are ideal for remodeling and new ...[03.06.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Osmose Introduces MP400-EXT™ Advanced Preservative Formulation to Protect Aging In-Service Poles from Wood Destroying Organisms[03.03.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Accuride announces the introduction of models 3832 Touch Release and 3832 Heavy-Duty Touch Release. [02.28.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Correct Building Products has agreed to be the exclusive distributor for the RainEscape®, Deck Drainage System that is installed below the deck's surface and above the joists, protecting the deck's support structure from moisture.[02.27.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Universal Forest Products announces the addition of a new solar post cap light to the Latitudes Ornamental Railing line. The White Solar Cap is a wireless, sun-powered light, perfect for accenting deck posts, fences posts and more with ambient lighting.[02.27.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Tamko Building Products introduces the latest edition to its Elements line of composite decking, Elements DockBoard. DockBoard is designed with a special composite formulation to offer the level of performance specifically needed for marine applications.[02.26.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Osmose Introduces MP400-EXT™ Advanced Preservative Formulation to Protect Aging In-Service Poles from Wood Destroying Organisms[02.26.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Correct Building Products Helps Conserve Our Natural Resources[02.19.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Turncraft Architectural has just completed a fully updated and beautifully designed website. [02.08.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Extrutech Plastics, Inc. revamps their website.[02.07.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->SAFTRON Safety Railings has a NEW SpecWizard for Polymer Safety Railings[02.01.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->R4 introduces Lumicor’s green standard, which contain as much as 60 percent recycled material. [01.28.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Contact Industries provided the environmentally responsible hardwood cherry veneer-wrapped mouldings and millwork for the Hills of Troy development in Madison, WI. As a result, not only did the builder save nearly 30% off the installed cost compared ...[01.28.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Kestrel has added 2 NEW CAD Details for their Shutters And Doors[01.18.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Fiber Composites Launches Sanctuary Decking Line[01.17.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->New WeatherReady Line is up and running. WeatherReady building products, by Gossen, offers all American made, solid core PVC that outlasts other filler-compromised materials. And NEW for 2008 -Cellular PVC Deck Boards for patios, docks and piers.[01.16.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Contact Industries has added 31 NEW CAD Details for their Architectural Woodwork[01.11.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Spectrim Building Products, LLC has a NEW Spec for Simulated Wood Trim[01.04.2008] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Global Dec-K-Ing recently opened a 25,000 sq ft new office and manufacturing facility in Surrey, BC. Their railings and membrane decking will be made at the new facility. [12.20.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Contact Industries was recently awarded Forest Stewardship Council Chain-of-Custody certification after completing an extensive accreditation process.[12.19.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Railing Dynamics, Inc., announces the expansion of its product line with the addition of the Titan® Pro Rail systems, the company's third major railing line.[12.17.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->L.B. Plastics SHEERGRAIN® Decking: Revolutionary Product Leads New Generation of Decking[12.06.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Accuride Releases Redesigned Cabinet Hardware Catalog[12.03.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Turncraft announces their NEW product, Poly-Classic® Porch Posts. They are crafted using leading-edge PVC and UV inhibitor technology.[11.28.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->L.B. Plastics' SHEERGRAIN DECKING: Revolutionary Product Leads NEW Generation of Decking[11.16.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->New Yankee Workshop Features Blum in First Episode of 2008[11.16.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->EDON presents a new line of high density polyurethane millwork, pressure molded to achieve a density similar to pine molding. EDON has the ability to replicate items to meet your design requirements. [11.14.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->TimberTech FenceScape has introduced new rail brackets designed for its low-maintenance composite fencing product. The brackets eliminate the need to pre-drill, which saves time and provides added strength.[11.13.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Santa’s helpers at Fypon® have been very busy creating 750 candy canes out of PVC board sheets that will decorate the 60-foot tall Christmas tree that stands outside the U.S. Capitol this holiday season. Each candy cane is 12-inches tall and has ...[11.09.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Accuride Releases Redesigned Cabinet Hardware Catalog[11.08.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Blum introduces TIP-ON for doors. To offer a solution for doors without pulls, Blum created TIP-ON for doors. TIP-ON allows the user to open the door with just a light push of the door when equipped with Blum’s free swing hinges.[11.08.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Blum, Inc. has a NEW Spec for Cabinet and Drawer Hardware [11.08.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->FLAMEDXX, LLC has a NEW Spec for Fire Retardant Sheathing[11.08.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Blum, Inc. has introduced a 9” TANDEM plus full extension concealed drawer runner with integrated BLUMOTION. This drawer runner expands the product range allowing manufacturers to offer full extension concealed drawer runners on drawer box lengths from...[11.01.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->As part of SABIC Innovative Plastics’ accelerating investments in new application and market development, the company today announced the creation of a new Energy Center of Excellence at the company’s European headquarters in Bergen op Zoom, The Nether...[10.30.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Turncraft Architectural's wood column components are fully immersed in Woodtreat® MB wood preservative which is formulated to protect against mold, mildew, and staining and decaying fungi; to control shrinking, swelling, end checking, splitting, grain...[10.26.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Extrutech Plastics Voted 2007 MCA Trendsetting Product of the Year[10.24.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Extrutech Plastics, Inc. has 2 NEW Specs, for Plastic Paneling and Plastic Doors and Frames[10.24.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Saftron Pool Rails and Railings has a NEW Spec for Polymer Safety Railing[10.22.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Fypon is being recognized for its stunning faux details.[10.17.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Correct Building Products announces their newest addition, CorrectDeck CX Stonewashed Naturals, soft earth tone colors for low-maintenance decking.[10.17.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Forest Grove Lumber Co., Inc 's HeatWave RFV kilns are utilizing GREEN TECHNOLOGY as they use clean renewable energy and have zero emissions.[10.16.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->AVCON® announced that it has been included in the inaugural Inc. 5000 list of the Fastest Growing Companies in America. AVCON® was ranked number 3088 due to its rapid growth over the past three years.[10.16.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->TimberTech®, a leading manufacturer of composite decking, railing and fencing products, continues to expand its innovative product offering of decking planks and fascia in late 2007 with the introduction of XLM™, an extreme low-maintenance [10.15.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Royal Mouldings has introduced new siding corners and accessories for siding projects. The new one-piece outside corners with hidden nail fins plus, PVC inside corners, J-channel casing, J-channel with brick mould and brick mould with face nail-less ...[10.10.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Blum has released the next in its line of wall cabinet lift systems, the AVENTOS HK. The HK is a stay lift system for cabinet doors with all the popular features of the other lift systems in the AVENTOS line. [10.09.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Contact Industries Wins Top Award from Marvin Windows and Doors for Second Straight Year[10.04.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->AZEK Building Products, Inc. announced the launch of a new brand of cellular PVC decking called AZEK Deck, made with proprietary Procell technology.[10.02.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->It pays to go green if you are planning to upgrade your garage door to a more energy efficient model before the end of the year. That’s because the IRS has declared garage doors eligible for a tax credit under the Energy Tax Incentives Act, provided...[09.26.2007] More Info on this product • @-->Coming Soon! WeatherReadyTM building products, by Gossen, offers all American made, solid core PVC that outlasts other filler-compromised materials.[09.26.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Building A Front Porch with Fypon.[09.25.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Homeowners looking for ways to make their house “green” can start by taking stock in an unlikely home commodity - the garage door. As the largest moving part on a home, the garage door plays an important role in maintaining its structural integrity and...[09.19.2007] More Info on this product • @--> Clopay Ranked “Brand Leader” in Remodeling Magazine’s 2007 Survey[09.12.2007] More Info on this product • @-->For the second year in a row, Clopay ranks first among preferred brands in the garage door category, according to Remodeling Magazine's building product brand use survey.[09.11.2007] More Info on this product • @-->Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) announced today the completion of its purchase of GE Plastics from General Electric for a purchase price of US$11.6 billion. The announcement was made by SABIC Chairman, HH Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Thenayan..[09.07.2007] Company Info •More Info on this product •Email for more info @-->Clopay’s Grand Harbor Collection carriage house door is now available with built-in WINDCODE® reinforcement up to a level W-6 on Clopay’s rating scale.[09.05.2007] More Info on this product • 
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