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Gold Heat Flooring: An Easy, Efficient Home Luxury

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There’s nothing better than pre-heated floors greeting your feet on cold winter days, and American homeowners know this They also know it’s the healthier choice, reducing molds and allergens That’s why one million homes per year are adding radiant flooring It’s an obvious and easy luxury that is becoming even easier for families to procure, turning their houses into cozy homes But not all radiant floors are created equal Gold Heat is a custom manufacturer of electric underfloor heat mats designed and created in the United States They bring 20 years of experience, a 20-minute install and a lot of innovation to radiant floor heating.

It takes experienced labor to install most radiant flooring options, and with the ongoing labor shortage, this can be a real challenge Most radiant flooring relies on the flooring installer laying heating wire in a “best fit” format This can create hot and cold spots, and may add days to the schedule At worst, an improper installation could require the removal of tiles for fixes that set back the entire home project

Gold Heat began by designing for luxur y m o t o r h o m e s 2 0 y e a r s a g o , w h i c h

How Emerging Trends in Office Design are Transforming Tech Company Kennected

According to Jotform, American employees are becoming less productive due to process efficiency issues that account for most employees' 10 to 15 hours of wasted time per week Designing a workspace that is fluid and open is proving to facilitate positive work environments and encourage productivity, creativity and autonomy

This relatively new scope of an open office concept is becoming a blueprint of a business’ vision on how energy egresses throughout corporate space. This trend replaces the traditional closed-office feel that separates employees from their super i o r s V e n t i l a t i o n , lighting and even t h e s m e l l o f t h e o f f i c e s p a c e a l s o lend themselves to creating a canvas for an increase in collaborative work Kennected, an e m e r g i n g p o w e rh o u s e i n t e c h , u n d e r s t a n d s t h a t consistent innovation starts with the

Tresco Offers Innovative, Affordable Lighting Products

An interview with Shelley Morgan, Director of Lighting, Tresco® Lighting

CM: What makes Tresco Lighting so unique?

SM: Tresco is a lighting company that designs lighting products and controls around specific applications and markets versus push-selling products into the market We design and develop innovative products and controls that include the newest technology and are tested to meet UL standards and application environments Our newest product, the patent-pending Harmony Performance Pockit®, is an example. This downlight is designed to adjust power in temperature-sensitive environments, such as closets, without flickering or noise, thus maintaining consistent performance and extending the life of the fixture Our products, services and inventories are managed with distributors, contractors and end-users in mind by making lighting easy, reliable and available

CM: What applications can Tresco products be used in?

SM: Whether you are illuminating straight lines or dimensional areas, we have the lighting and controls to c r e a t e u n i q u e i l l u m i n a t i o n d e s i g n s . F o r r e s i d e n t i a l ,

Too often, a battery backup sump pump system is installed and then forgotten – left dormant and neglected in the basement sump pit But the expectation is that this crucial equipment works flawlessly years later to save the basement from flooding because of power outage, equipment failure and high-volume inrush However, the chances of saving your basement carpet, drywall and other property are greatly enhanced if the battery backup system isn’t left dormant and silent! A self-testing system with diagnostic and supervisory abilities is crucial for long-term protection Even better, a self-testing system that is connected to the cloud will be able to inform the owner of any important information and allow remote access and control

Protect your home with systems from Zoeller’s Aquanot® line

The Aquanot Spin 508 is the new standard model in the industry’s most comprehensive line of battery backups. The Spin offers high-performance pumping, long lasting protection on DC power, a heavy duty mechanical operational switch and most importantly, self-testing technology that helps ensure that all system components are always ready

The Aquanot Fit 508 battery backup system is another option in the expanded line

FutureFlash – The Perfect

Waterproofing System

M a n u f a c t u r e d i n t h e U S A b y M F M

B u i l d i n g P r o d u c t s , t h e F u t u r e F l a s h ® W a t e r p r o o f i n g S y s t e m p r o v i d e s n e w technology to battle against moisture damage around windows and doors This combination of a tough, mechanic a l l y - a t t a c h e d f l e x i b l e F u t u r e F l a s h W a t e r p r o o f i n g M e m b r a n e a n d h i g hperformance FutureFlash Sealant is the key to a new level of application efficiency and protection

F u t u r e F l a s h i s a p r e f a b r i c a t e d waterproofing membrane designed for use around windows, doors, under stucco and other exterior wall systems. It is c o m p o s e d o f t w o h i g h - p e r f o r m a n c e films with a core of specially formulated rubberized asphalt It is tough, self-sealing and flexible with great tear strength and UV stability FutureFlash is available in both 25 mil and 40 mil thickness

FutureFlash Sealant is a high-quality polyurethane caulk that adheres to w o o d , v i n y l a n d m e t a l w i n d o w s . I t delivers superior attachment characteristics across a wider temperature range than other competitive products MFM o f f e r s a 1 0 - y e a r w a r r a n t y w h e n FutureFlash is used in conjunction with FutureFlash Sealant

Count on the FutureFlash Waterproofing System

• Protects against leaks and interior wall damage

• Unique “weep” characteristics allow structure to breath

• Discourages the formation of toxic mold

• Ideal for stucco structures or any tra-

ditional siding materials

• Mechanically attached for fast and easy installation

• Self-seals around fasteners for complete waterproofing protection

When installed correctly, the system seals effectively, yet will not trap or promote moisture buildup inside the wall cavity This helps eliminate the occurrence of wood rot, warping and particularly the growth of potentially toxic molds

• Window and door flashing

• Prevents leaks at facia board/wall terminations

• Effectively separates dissimilar metals to prevent corrosion

• Waterproof beams and posts

• For prelining of all metal transitions

Product Approvals

FutureFlash meets the requirements of U n i f o r m B u i l d i n g C o d e S e c t i o n # 1 707(b). It is tested to AC148 per ICC-ES ESR 2783 report The product also conf o r m s t o t h e S t a t e o f C a l i f o r n i a (CRC/CBC) standards

FutureFlash Guide Specifications and Information

FutureFlash 3-Part Guide Specifications, T e c h n i c a l D a t a a n d I n s t a l l a t i o n I n s t r u c t i o n s a r e p o s t e d a t w w w . m f m b p . c o m . S t o p b y b o o t h #C8719 for free samples of FutureFlash.

For more information, go to www mfmbp com, email info@mfmbp com, call 740 622 2645 or stop by booth #C8719

NARI: Leveraging Education to Build a High-Performance Team

B y P l a m e n a T o d o r o v a , D i r e c t o r o f C r e d e n t i a l i n g a n d E d u c a t i o n f o r t h e National Association of the Remodeling Industry

This article first appeared on the Qualified Remodeler website

T h e a d a g e , “ T h e c u s t o m e r a l w a y s comes first,” sits at the core of Kansas City-based design-build firm Schloegel Design Remodel’s principles Since its founding in 1980, this dedication to a f l a w l e s s c u s t o m e r e x p e r i e n c e h a s helped the company grow to $15 million in revenue last year. In the process, it has also become a top employer of remodeling professionals in the Kansas City metro area with 65 full-time team members

P a r t n e r s C h a r l i e S c h l o e g e l , C R , UDCP, and Chris Peterson, MCR, CRPM, CLC, recognized that to create a superior customer experience, they needed to p r i o r i t i z e t h e i r e m p l o y e e s a l o n g s i d e their clients. Perhaps the most impactful way they’ve done this is by investing in their team’s education and training “ H a v i n g w e l l - t r a i n e d t e a m m e m b e r s who are consistently learning and innovating allows us to continue to improve our clients’ experience,” Schloegel says

T h e y h a v e a m u l t i - p r o n g e d approach to education, composed of internal training, bringing in third-party trainers, and taking advantage of educational and credentialing opportunities offered by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)

also help distinguish prospective employees “When I interview a NARI Certified Professional, I know they’re worth hiring because they’ve, in a sense, been pre-vetted through the certification process I know they’re coming in with an advanced skill set and have met an industry standard that not everyone has ”

The company also makes sure new job candidates understand the investment it offers in their own personal advancement “I’ve heard people say in our interviews that we’re the only company that has talked about how we will support them to develop as an individual and in their career ” This has gone a long way in helping the business retain and attract top talent during the “Great Resignation ”

of Aquanot backups The Fit has all the functionality of the Spin and more! Also included is a more powerful charger, and a high-water sensor to provide additional alarms, float logic and redundant pump run But what really sets the Aquanot Fit apart from any other system is its built-in Wi-Fi connectivity to Zoeller’s amazing Z Control® Cloud, which allows users to receive alerts and remotely connect to the system to test, silence and configure. Z Control is free to use, including text, email and push notifications

Founded in 1939 and headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, Zoeller

Company is one of the oldest independently owned professional pump manufacturers in North America. Since that time, Zoeller has established itself as a leader in pump equipment and technology, producing durable longlasting products that customers can rely o n Z o e l l e r o f f e r s a b r o a d r a n g e o f pumps and package systems for both wastewater and potable water applications. Over the years, the company has expanded to new locations continually offering new and diverse products to meet the needs of the industry today

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w zoellerpumps com

“Our Kansas City NARI chapter hosts many educational seminars and we take advantage of NARI National’s educational webinars Without NARI’s continuing education, there aren’t that many resources widely available to remodeling professionals,” Schloegel says NARI Certifications are another tool the company uses to boost skills and recognize internal talent “We often tie the achievement of a certification to p a y i n c r e a s e s a n d p r o m o t i o n s , ”

Schloegel says “Being a NARI Certified Remodeler (CR) and Universal Design Certified Professional (UDC) myself, I know the depth of knowledge those programs go into and test on They represent a higher level of professionalism and understanding.”

Schloegel adds NARI Certifications

E d u c a t i n g e m p l o y e e s a l s o h e l p s the company to continuously improve i t s o p e r a t i o n s “ O u r e m p l o y e e s w h o take advantage of the educational seminars or certifications bring back new ideas that improve performance.”

Ultimately, investing in their team’s education has benefits both for the company and the staff “I can buy tools any time, but I can’t replace people easily; so, investing in them helps us provide a workplace they enjoy, where they want to buy into our core values and they see themselves as part of a community that wants to give to them and to which they want to give back,” Schloegel says.

For more information, go to nari org, call 847 298 9200 or email info@nari org

Zoeller

Leading the Way in 3D Printing Building Evaluation

3D printing technology is not new It has been used for small-scale part production since the 1980s but has only just made its way into the construction business.

Construction with 3D printing technology can provide opportunities in building design and construction Many jurisdictions are looking to this technology to assist in resolving the homelessness crisis Other areas explored in the advancement of 3D printed construct i o n a r e i n f r a s t r u c t u r e d e v e l o p m e n t and planetary construction.

While mortar and clay have been

requires a short turnaround and is optimized for efficiency and stability The heating system is attached to a mat designed specifically for the floorplan. This means no project delays and the mat can be customized for the project –around cabinets, fixtures and pipes The mat rolls out between the subfloor and the tile with a 20-minute install time for standard projects Installation of tile can begin immediately with no delay

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ommercial, hospitality, task or accent lighting, we have a fixture for almost every space Task lighting for kitchens, c o u n t e r t o p s , w o r k s p a c e s a n d m o r e Accent lighting for under countertops, u n d e r - c a b i n e t l i g h t i n g , c a b i n e t s , b a r tops and cove lighting Display lighting for closets, cabinets and retail showcases Downlights for area illumination These are just a few Our creative team

seen in some projects as materials for 3D printing, their mechanical properties are less suitable for building construction than concrete. The main advantage of using concrete is that it is the world's most widely used construction material To address this widespread usage, an Acceptance Criteria document (AC509) for 3D concrete walls has been developed by ICC Evaluation Service AC509 is the first normative document of its kind for 3D automated construction technology and concrete used to construct interior and exterior 3D concrete walls. This acceptance criteria

Though it was initially designed for luxury motorhomes, Gold Heat floors are fit for the most luxurious homes They last a lifetime and heat evenly throughout the space Gold Heat is the only manufacturer of electric radiant heat that builds their products to be able to diagnose and repair issues with ease and precision They also have an excellent service record, maintaining s u p p o r t t h r o u g h t h e e n t i r e p r o c e s s , ensuring the installation is successful B e c a u s e t h e y m a n u f a c t u r e i n t h e

can provide product recommendations and direction on even the most challenging applications

CM: What are the benefits of using Tresco Lighting?

SM: At Tresco Lighting, we approach every client opportunity from a collaborative team mindset From start to finish, our goal is to ensure each project meets expected design performance, budget

bottom line Workflow is a method of carrying out tasks to achieve a desired b u s i n e s s o r o r g a n i z a t i o n a l o u t c o m e . Workflow is enhanced when innovative office layouts are structured according to the needs of the corporate team

F o r p e a k p e r f o r m a n c e , D e v i n Johnson and Cody Harvey understand the detriment of siloing their teams J o h n s o n a n d H a r v e y d e v e l o p e d a u n i q u e o f f i c e o p e r a t i o n s y s t e m enabling optimum employee productivity and decreasing cultural collisions.

“Creating a space that fosters innovation, team alliances and bolsters positive interchange was at the forefront when designing our corporate headq u a r t e r s , ” s t a t e s C h i e f E x e c u t i v e Officer Devin Johnson of Kennected K e n n e c t e d h a s o c c u p i e d t h e e i g h t h floor of the iconic Pan Am building in Indianapolis for the last two years “Our vision was to be inclusive-not exclusive. I knew we wanted to have glass installations, an open kitchen area, and a space

to move our bodies – so we dedicated a portion of our office to a mini-basketball court ”

Many businesses are quick to follow suit and understand the benefits of an open-air office plan, like Kennected.

“Autonomy in the workplace is everything,” states co-Founder Cody Harvey “Our office is based on opening the energy of our talent, offering the opportunity to engage in an open dialogue b e t w e e n l e a d e r s a n d e m p l o y e e s ” H a r v e y a d d s , “ O u r e m p l o y e e s a r e encouraged to take ownership of their work. The results of this pivot in office space engineering are the catalyst for i n c r e a s e d e f f i c i e n c y a n d i m p r o v e d morale at Kennected ”

A p o s i t i v e o f f i c e e n v i r o n m e n t h a s b e e n p r o v e n t o r e d u c e e r r o r s , r e d u nd a n c i e s , s t r e s s a n d p r o v i d e s v a l u a b l e i n s i g h t s i n t o i m p r o v i n g t h e w o r k p l a c e I n a d d i t i o n t o e n c o u r a g i n g c o n v e r s at i o n a n d c o l l a b o r a t i o n , o p e n n e s s f o st e r s a w e l c o m i n g a t m o s p h e r e A n i n t er i o r d e s i g n t h a t f e a t u r e s b l u e , g r a y , b l a c k a n d w h i t e p r o v i d e s t h e m o d e r n

establishes guidelines for evalu a t i o n o f t h e m a t e r i a l a n d durability properties of proprie t a r y 3 D c o n c r e t e a n d t h e structural performance of 3D c o n c r e t e w a l l s I t a d d r e s s e s I n t e r n a t i o n a l B u i l d i n g C o d e ® objectives, including quality, s t r e n g t h , e f f e c t i v e n e s s , f i r e r e s i s t a n c e , d u r a b i l i t y a n d structural safety.

I C C E v a l u a t i o n S e r v i c e (ICC-ES) is the expert in developing Acceptance Criteria (ACs) for innovative products – such as 3D-printed concrete walls – and is the only agency with the i n s t i t u t i o n a l k n o w l e d g e t o e v a l u a t e p r o d u c t s t o t h e r e q u i r e m e n t s o f i t s published ACs The resulting reports demonstrate code compliance and are

United States, they were able to avoid COVID supply chain delays and provide consistent service

R a d i a n t f l o o r h e a t i n g m a k e s a h u g e i m p a c t o n c o m f o r t a n d l u x u r y A t 1 0 0 p e r c e n t e f f i c i e n c y , a n d w i t h a r a n g e o f t h e r m o s t a t s , i t i s c o s t e f f e ct i v e a n d e a s y t o o p e r a t e . R e a l E s t a t e W i t c h r e p o r t e d t h a t 3 9 p e r c e n t o f n e w h o m e b u y e r s w h o r e g r e t t e d c h o i c e s i n t h e i r h o m e s s a i d t h e y w i s h e d t h e y s p e n t m o r e o n l u x u r y u p g r a d e s G o l d H e a t d e l i v e r s p r a c t i c a l , e a s y a n d e f f i -

goals and installation needs We do this by offering a full menu of customer service benefits, which include: Product Specification – the right product for the right application; Project Management –timeline and budget review, technical support; Lighting Layouts – provide a detailed drawing and product parts list to complete the designated area of a project; National Distribution – distribution partners throughout North America for easy access to the product when you

l o o k s e e n i n t h e c o r p o r a t e o f f i c e s o f t e c h n o l o g y g i a n t s s u c h a s G o o g l e R a i n o r s h i n e , K e n n e c t e d ' s o p e n - c o nc e p t f l o o r a l l o w s f o r m a x i m u m t r a n sp a r e n c y .

The sedentary nature of most business concepts has led to increased obes i t y r a t e s w o r l d w i d e T h i s f o r w a r dthinking office concept can promote physical activity in any office environm e n t , e n c o u r a g i n g m o v e m e n t a n d accountability Side-effects of this structural ideology are proving to have an unforeseen impact, for example, reducing obesity in the workplace.

A c c o r d i n g t o M e d i c a l D a i l y , America has been feeling the weight of the obesity epidemic for years; one in t h r e e A m e r i c a n s a r e o b e s e , a n d researchers estimate that the impact on businesses is up to $1,000 to $6,000 in costs for each overweight employee O b e s e w o r k e r s t a k e m o r e a b s e n c e s from work and are 25-68% more likely to have a work-related injury than other employees.

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used regularly by code officials and structural engineers.

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , v i s i t w w w i c ces org, call 800 423 6587 or stop by booth # C 7 1 1 4 a t t h e I n t e r n a t i o n a l B u i l d e r s ’ Show and booth #N1963 at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show

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Visit booth #SU607 and experience the luxury for yourself! What really sets Gold Heat apart is the people, so come say “Hello.” There is an actual bathroom that you can get inside to feel the heat. Plus, see the mat in action with an installation demo

For more information, call 866 935 7782, e m a i l s a l e s @ g o l d h e a t c o m o r s t o p b y booth #SU607

need it; and Quality – all of our products are manufactured and certified to meet UL standards and carry a manufacturer’s warranty ranging from three to five years

Our teams’ ability to provide creative, out-of-the-box solutions for our customers is second to none, providing a path of least resistance, no matter how challenging it may be.

For more information, stop by KBIS booth #N825

d e s i g n i n g i s t h a t c o n v e r s a t i o n s t h a t w o u l d n o t b e i n i t i a t e d i n a d i v i d e d e n v i r o n m e n t d e m o c r a t i z e c o m m u n ic a t i o n b e t w e e n d i f f e r e n t t e a m s O p e n i n g t h e s p a c e a n d e n e r g y o f t h e w o r k p l a c e a l l o w s f o r a n e g a l i t a r i a n c l im a t e t h a t i s n o t d e f i n e d b y t h e h i e r a rc h y o f e x e c u t i v e s u i t e s T h i s d e s i g n e l i c i t s a s e n s e o f e m p o w e r m e n t w i t h i n t h e e m p l o y e e s t r u c t u r e a n d f o s t e r s s t r o n g r e l a t i o n s h i p s a m o n g a l l e m p l o y e e s

Kennected's office workflow system is a modern solution to the common problem of achieving company goals. Its streamlined communication, integrated data and use of numbers to tell the story have enabled it to create a system that is both efficient and effective

This system has enabled businesses to save time and money while achievi n g t h e i r d e s i r e d o u t c o m e s K e n n e c t e d ' s u n i q u e o f f i c e m a n a g ement system is an excellent example of how technology can improve business operations.

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