|
Mobile version
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
NADRA successfully launches another first-ever industry event! NADRA Share    
More than 75 industry professionals gathered the evening before the big day of education for a networking dinner on the 17th floor of the historic Biltmore hotel. About 40 of those attendees were from NADRA's very own New England Chapter.
With sponsors like Fiberon & TimberTech who are willing to support the Association on these ground level programs, NADRA has been able to bring first-ever events to the industry, such as the annual meeting and cocktail reception, industry deck awards, and now the first-ever industry Certification for Deck Builders along with the new Factory Trained programs that others are sure to fellow! Tony Groh, Northeast Regional Sales Manager, TimberTech states, "I was very impressed with the NADRA event in Providence. The quality of the NADRA member contractors is very evident. It is refreshing to participate in presentations where the audience is so engaged and the questions so insightful. It was obvious that those present are on a continuous quest to improve their craft. We look forward to the next NADRA event." More
From Fred Aldrich, NADRA New England Chapter President: I would like to thank all those who attended our chapter meeting this past week in Providence, R.I. It is truly an exciting time in our industry and the events last week are a great example of that excitement. At our third meeting of the New England chapter we had more than 40 members and prospective members join us in Providence. In addition we were joined by members of the Board of Directors of the National NADRA. This was a great turnout for a chapter that had its first meeting in February. We discussed and learned about some great programs we hope to participate in at the local level:
Our next chapter meeting is: May 10, 2011 5 p.m. EST Harvey Building Products 1400 Main St. Waltham, Mass. A detailed agenda will be sent prior to that meeting. However the goal of establishing working committees to work on local chapter programs will definitely be part of that meeting.
FastenMaster® acquires Tiger Claw® NADRA Blog Share
OMG, Inc., a subsidiary of Handy & Harman Ltd, has acquired the business and assets of Tiger Claw, Inc. of Bristol, Conn. OMG is a leading manufacturer and supplier of fasteners and building products. The announcement was made by Hubert McGovern, OMG's President. Tiger Claw will become a part of OMG's FastenMaster division. More Boston Cedar partners with Railing Dynamics NADRA Blog Share
Boston Cedar is pleased to announce that it has entered an agreement with Railing Dynamics, Inc to distribute the complete RDI product line, including all Endurance® and Titan Pro® Railing lines to its' broad base of quality independent LBM dealers. Since 1989, RDI has established itself as a national leader in the manufacture of low-maintenance exterior railing systems through innovative design and ease of installation. More
Fiberon introduces new Veranda ArmorGuard composite decking The Paramus Post Share
Fiberon, a leading manufacturer of composite and PVC decking, railing, and fencing products, introduces Veranda ArmorGuard, a new line of composite decking backed by a 20-year limited, stain and fade warranty. Available exclusively at The HomeDepot, Veranda ArmorGuard decking emulates the beauty of real hardwood with subtle streaking, on a patent-pending surface that resists staining, fading, scratches and mold. More Harnessing social media in the construction industry Journal of Commerce Share
Social media is transforming business communications and the marketing of products and services to clients, but the key to online success is developing a good strategy. "Give your customers information they won't find anywhere else," said MS2 Productions Executive Producer Melissa Shenk. "No matter what you do in construction, if you humanize what you do, establish a presence online and nurture relationships, that is a real game changer. It can open up new markets." More
Material costs jump, vex weary contractors Crain's Cleveland Business Share
Rapidly rising costs of building materials such as copper and steel pose a new problem for a construction industry already bedeviled by its worst slowdown in 50 years. Materials linked to the global commodity markets spiked astronomically over the last few years even as U.S. construction was at a virtual standstill. More Improvement appraisal: No price for enjoyment Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Share
Jeffrey Backus is a little unconvinced at attempts to put a value on work done in a home. "How can you put a value on the enjoyment of something you have?" says the president of Manor House Kitchen and Bath. "It's like buying a Corvette, driving it for four years and selling it. You get a lot less money than you paid, but how do you put a value on the fun you had driving it?" He is prompted to consider the issue by the Cost vs. Value Report developed every year by the National Association of Realtors and published in Remodeling magazine. It is fueled by a survey that seeks national and retail expenses for household projects and reports on how much those jobs net in resale. More
Built to be safe Reed Construction Data Share
Recent natural disasters in New Zealand, Australia and of course Japan, spur questions of home and building safety - what are the best precautions builders and owners can take? Here in the U.S., the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety, a nonprofit organization, conducts objective, scientific research to identify and promote actions that will prevent loss of homes, businesses and the larger community from all manners of natural disasters, including earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires and freezing damage. More Seven ways to lower the cost of selling green Building Products Digest Share
For green to take hold in the industry and become a sustainable new standard, suppliers must work with their customers to find more cost-effective methods for accomplishing green goals. Going green means so much more than changing to certified products or spending great sums of money to meet a goal of zero energy. By working together, both builders and suppliers can lower costs and boost profits-a major consideration anytime, but especially so in a down economy. More
Check out NADRA on Facebook! NADRA Share
 Be among the first to learn NADRA news and updates by joining us on Facebook. Network with other NADRA members. Check out their deck photos or
product promotions from manufacturer members. Join your local chapter's Facebook page and see pictures from local events or accept invitations to local meetings.
More
Join NADRA today! NADRA Share
NADRA is made up of deck builders, manufacturers,
dealers/distributors, wholesalers, retailers and service providers to the deck and railing industry. By working together we can be one voice for the industry and deliver a clear message to the consumer and the code development bodies. NADRA serves as a trade association with emphasis on safe building practices and deck safety.
MoreDon't forget to check out the NADRA Deck and Railing Product & Service Guide!
|
 
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
