EcoSmart Stud
The EcoSmart Stud from ViCa3 is a 1-to-1 replacement for a standard exterior wall stud. According to the manufacturer, it provides better R-values, less weight, and increased wall strength compared to traditional wood studs. The EcoSmart Stud places strategic thermal breaks in solid 2脳6 and 2脳8 wood studs to reportedly allow higher R-value insulation to fill in those breaks. With insulation filling the thermal breaks, the R-value of the 2脳6 EcoSmart Stud reportedly achieves over 100% better R-value than a standard solid 2脳6 wood stud. EcoSmart Studs are engineered to work with both 16鈥� and 24鈥� spacing, cut down thermal bridging for better insulation, speed up installation with built-in grip handles, and deliver stronger, more efficient wall systems.
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High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) Approved Entry Doors
ODL, Inc. is expanding its protective product offering with the introduction of High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) approved entry doors. Combined with ODL鈥檚 impact-rated doorglass and frame solutions, the offering now delivers more than 1,000 tested and approved configurations to help dealers, remodelers, and builders meet stringent coastal code requirements. The expanded offering includes flush glazed doors, addressing market demand for this style. According to ODL, the doors are designed to perform in the most extreme weather conditions, offering Design Pressure (DP) rating of up to 65 for 6鈥�8鈥� configurations, and DP rating of 50 for 8鈥�0鈥� configurations.
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EasySeal Retrofit Roof Drain
TRUFAST has recently released a new 8鈥� size to its EasySeal Retrofit Roof Drain product line. Engineered to handle demanding re-roofing applications, the new 8鈥� model offers the same durable, feature-rich design with expanded capacity to meet the needs of larger commercial roof systems. Constructed from heavy-duty spun aluminum (.081 gauge), the EasySeal drain body is reported to be designed for strength, ease of installation, and long term performance, with a flow capacity of up to 278 gallons per minute. Each drain includes a mechanical rubber seal to protect against water backup and a specialized seal tightening tool. According to the manufacturer, the drain is designed to accommodate a wide range of roofing systems, and is available with multiple flange options, including plain aluminum, TPO clad, and PVC clad.
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XB-Brackets for Batts
The new XB-Bracket product line from InSoFast is launching this fall and is reported to be specifically engineered for use with batt insulation. Designed to enable true continuous insulation (CI) using readily available batt materials, the XB-Brackets can be used on walls, roofs, and floors鈥攚ithout framing cavities. According to InSoFast, these brackets are non conductive and reduce thermal transfer by a factor of 250 compared to steel fasteners making them a high-performance alternative in CI assemblies.
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ASCEND Composite Cladding Accessories
Associated Materials Innovations is expanding its ASCEND Composite Cladding line with a full suite of color-matched accessories engineered to help contractors make full-system installs more efficient and visually unified. According to the manufacturer, the new J channel, trims and outside corner post profiles create a high-end finish with no caulking, sealing, or painting required. Now available to order, ASCEND accessories are a professional-grade solution for worksites navigating today鈥檚 labor crunch. Offered in a wide range of classic and contemporary colors, the new accessories are color-matched to ASCEND 7鈥� Plank and 12鈥� Vertical Board & Batten cladding. Built on the same technology platform as ASCEND鈥檚 lightweight, weather-resistant composite panels, the new accessories are reportedly designed for longevity, low maintenance and simplified on-site use.
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RB823T TWINTIER Rebar Tying Tool
MAX USA Corp. has launched the RB823T, the newest addition to its TWINTIER platform, with a reported largest jaw size of any battery-powered rebar tying tool available. According to the manufacturer, the RB823T delivers approximately 0.5-second tying speeds, maximizing productivity without sacrificing tie strength or consistency. Weighing only 6 lbs. with the battery, the tool offers powerful performance in a compact and maneuverable design, making it an essential solution for large-scale rebar tying. With its large jaw size, applications include footings, caissons, drill shafts, columns, cell phone towers, water treatment plants, and binding rebar/cables. The RB823T is capable of completing approximately 4,100 ties per charge depending on the rebar combinations.
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JointFlash
According to the manufacturer Evergreen Wholesale, JointFlash is a fast, easy-to-install flashing solution that slides conveniently behind siding and stays securely in place as you nail, eliminating the need for on the job cutting, while improving the durability of fiber cement and wood lap siding. JointFlash is a type of junction flashing made entirely from carbon black high density polyethylene (HDPE). To use, as JointFlash explains, simply install the first pieces of lap siding without nailing the end near the butt joint. Next, tuck the piece of JointFlash behind the loose end of the previously installed siding, making sure the JointFlash is centered on the joint and is overlapping by at least 1鈥�. Install the next piece of siding and nail down the butt joint as usual to hold the JointFlash securely in place.
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MuleHide Self-Adhering EPDM
Now available in compact 5鈥� x 40鈥� rolls, MuleHide Self-Adhering EPDM membrane is reported to be ideal for use on smaller and harder-to-access low-slope roofs. According to MuleHide, the rolls are narrower, shorter and lighter than the existing 10鈥�-wide rolls of Self Adhering EPDM, making them a convenient and efficient option for residential and urban low-slope roofs, confined or challenging-to-reach spaces, and high-rise buildings. The rolls weigh approximately 80 lbs. each and fit easily in the back of a standard pickup truck. A 3鈥� selvedge edge (non-adhesive) along one of the 40鈥� factory-length edges allows quick, hassle-free seaming with 3鈥� EPDM In-Seam Tape. End laps and cut sections are easily stripped in with 6鈥� Cured Cover Tape.
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Klauer Steel Siding
According to Klauer Manufacturing Co., its Klauer Classic, Klauer Elite, and Klauer Prestige steel siding are created with exceptional strength that withstands harsh environments such as hailstorms and sleet to fires. This resilience reportedly reduces the need for costly and time-consuming home repairs, repainting, or replacement, which frees up homeowners to enjoy their downtime instead of working. Environmentally-friendly steel siding from Klauer Manufacturing is backed by a limited lifetime no-rust, -crack, -blister, -chip, -peel, -flake, -chalk or -fade warranty. It鈥檚 available in seven popular profiles, and an extensive range of colors for both rural and urban settings.
