Our Suppliers

3M Worldwide

3M is a diversified technology company serving customers and communities with innovative products and services. Each of our six businesses has earned leading global market positions.

3M has been creating innovative fire stop systems for more than 25 years. Our complete line of fire protection products help stop the spread of fire, smoke and toxic gas. To help ensure these products and systems are properly installed, 3M Fire Protection recently developed an On-Line Fire Protection Training Program called e-Train. e-Train is designed to offer proper training for all contractors and other occupations involved in fire-stopping. Each participant learns the basics of fire-stopping, system nomenclature, and much more. Plus, e-Train’s step-by-step Installation Video Library helps users with high-quality videos showing proper installation’s in a broad range of systems for through penetrations, construction joints and flexible wrap systems. Click the e-Train link to learn more about this incredible program. Now Available – BICSI Continuing Education Credits (CECs) for e-Train! Visit our e-Train page for more information.

American Gypsum

American Gypsum has been manufacturing, selling, and distributing gypsum wallboard products for over 40 years. Serving the drywall industry with quality products that are sold throughout the United States. A unique, professional commitment to the highest level of customer service; a strong belief in teamwork; investment in employee training; and state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment create a consistent quality product and a company that surpasses the industry. American Gypsum’s mines, located in close proximity to the production plants, contain some of the purest gypsum deposits in North America. This exceptional gypsum, sandwiched between 100% recycled front and back paper, is the key to the optimum workability, light weight, and strength of American Gypsum wallboard products.

Studco

Studco has been manufacturing cold formed structural and non-load bearing steel framing products and accessories for business for nearly 25 years. It became part of the Allied Tube & Conduit family in 1997 and opened a Midwest manufacturing location in 2006. Known for customized manufacturing to meet the needs of any commercial and residential construction project, Studco is the core of the Allied Tube & Conduit™ – Construction Division.

Amico

Expanded metal, bar grating, safety grating, & fiberglass grating Amico offers a complete line of industrial grating products including expanded metal, expanded metal grating, bar grating, safety grating, and fiberglass grating. Applications include walkways, stairs, barriers, platforms, and slip-resistant surfaces.

CertainTeed

CertainTeed Corporation has helped shape the building products industry for more than 100 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Company, the firm made its slogan "Quality Made Certain. Satisfaction Guaranteed," which inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, we have expanded our product offering to include gypsum board products, high performance sheathing products and finishing products. We operate 13 gypsum board plants in North America. In addition, we’ve committed to build two new high-speed wallboard plants in West Virginia in late 2007 and in North Carolina in 2008. Our Nashville, Arkansas plant is the largest gypsum board plant in the world, and is capable of shipping enough wallboard in one day for 1,000 average-sized homes. We offer a complete line of gypsum board and finishing products to architects, builders and distributors across North America. Ask about our new GlasRoc® High-Performance Gypsum Sheathing. Our goal is to be your preferred choice for building materials and we’ll do our best to earn your business every day.

Cemco

Founded in 1974, CEMCO is recognized as the largest manufacturer of steel framing and metal lath systems in the Western United States. CEMCO has built its reputation on the finest in quality material, using only mill certified PRIME steel. With over state-of-the-art roll formers, CEMCO is able to handle any small and large construction projects. CEMCO distributes our products throughout the Western United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Pacific Rim.

Cemex

Our goal is to serve the global building needs of our customers and create value for our stakeholders by becoming the world’s most efficient and profitable building materials company. As a global industry leader, we work to provide products of consistently high quality and reliable service to customers and communities around the world. We advance the well-being of those we serve through our unwavering focus on continuous improvement and our efforts to promote a sustainable future.

Chemical Lime

By saying we are the leaders in lime based products, we mean that we are trendsetters in customer satisfaction, starting with the most knowledgeable people in today’s lime industry. We’re the technology leader striving to be the best in assurance of supply, consistency and innovation. We also consider ourselves to be stewards of safety and the environment, responsibilities that we take very seriously.

Chicago Metallic Corporation

Roll form suspension systems for acoustical ceilings and decorative metal ceiling products for commercial, institutional, and industrial building markets.

Clarkwestern Building Systems

Clark Steel Framing and Western Metal Lath have brought together over seventy-five years of combined experience in the steel framing and metal lath industry to form CLARKWESTERN Building Systems, Inc.. This newly formed national manufacturer of construction materials will focus on providing complete building solutions to the construction marketplace. CLARKWESTERN has consistently set the standard for quality and leadership in its industry and has built the finest reputation as one of the major suppliers of lath and steel framing systems in the United States.

Consolidated Fabricators Corporation

The Building Products Division of Consolidated Fabricators is committed to excellence in the quality and integrity of its people, products and service. Our personal and professional dedication to our customers is our top priority. Our goal is to become an integral part of the success of our customers.

DAP

DAP is, and you can too. Being "green" goes beyond saving money on energy bills and minimizing VOCs released into the air. Being “green” means we ensure the sustainability of our environment for future generations.

Davis Colors

We’re the kind of company that specializes in something you probably never heard of unless you’re into concrete or construction. You may not have seen our ads either, since we haven’t run many. But we’ve been doing our thing for a long time and we’re doing it now for over a third of all the concrete companies in America.

Davis Wire

Since 1927, Davis Wire Corporation of Irwindale, CA has built a reputation for dependability and quality. As the largest wire manufacturer in the western United States, our impressive range of products are used in a wide variety of fields, including agriculture, construction, transportation, communications and industrial applications. The foundations of our business are galvanized and reinforcement wire, though we also produce an assortment of specialty wires to fit almost any need. Our entire line is always supported by our committed customer service.

Dietrich Metal Framing

Dietrich Metal Framing, headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, is the largest producer of metal framing and finishing products in the world. As the industry leader, Dietrich offers the best of products, brands, systems, services and companies to provide the construction industry with comprehensive, innovative, low-cost, single-source procurement, supply and building solutions. Dietrich believes leadership is about action — not simply position. That’s why we continually strive to expand our existing markets, develop framing technologies, create value-added systems and introduce countless new products to meet the ever-changing demands of the building and construction industry.

Dow Corning

We Hold Silicon Solutions in Our Hands Silicon science excites us. With every new discovery, we look at the infinite possibilities. For 60 years, Dow Corning scientists have created solutions for a vast range of industries . We have answered challenges that seemed unsolvable. And throughout the decades, Dow Corning has remained vibrant and ever inquisitive. Today, Dow Corning is fully engaged in developing the newest technologies, including photonics , Silicon Biotechnology ™, nanotechnology, and plasma. We are constantly working to find silicon-based solutions for your current and future needs. We have been doing that for 60 years… and there’s no stopping us now!

Flannery, Inc.

Flannery has been manufacturing and selling specialty drywall and plaster trims since 1975. As a family owned and operated business, Flannery has been a part of the San Fernando Valley for over 30 years, while continually reaching out to customers all over North America. In 2008, Flannery will celebrate its 38th year of manufacturing Fast Mask, the only L metal with a patented design to assist the installer with cleanup. Flannery roll forms and extrudes many different drywall and plaster trims. Flannery’s founder and president, Barry “Bud” Rutherford, has developed many of the products that you will find on this website. His years spent in the drywall and plaster industries has enabled Flannery to remain on the cutting edge of trim development. Flannery’s main goal is to assist the many different groups that are represented in the construction industry. From architect to installer, Flannery is there to aid, instruct and inform. You can find and purchase Flannery products from our building material dealers throughout North America. If you have any inquiries about our products that this website cannot answer, please contact us. When you are in need of something out of the ordinary be sure to call Flannery.

Fortifiber Building Systems Group

The Fortifiber Building Systems Group manufactures building products that help protect builders and owners from water intrusion and moisture that can damage residential and commercial buildings. These products, called Moisture Control Systems, bring together sound building science principles and proven product designs. They provide effective protection against water intrusion and moisture, increasing building durability and reducing energy requirements.

Franklin Adhesives

For 70 years, Franklin Adhesives has been the industry leader in bonding wood and wood products. We market Titebond®, Multibond® and Advantage® brand adhesives directly to the wood industry. Franklin Adhesives produces pressure sensitive adhesives for labels, tapes, films and office products markets under the brand names of Covinax® and Micronax®. These adhesives range from FDA approved emulsions for the food packaging market to ultra-removable formulations used in the office products industry.

Fry Reglet Architectural Metals

Fry Reglet has 50 years of experience in design and construction and we’re ready to assist you at every stage in your project’s development. We share our expertise at no charge, so don’t hesitate to call or email our team.

Georgia-Pacific

Headquartered at Atlanta, Georgia-Pacific is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and marketers of tissue, packaging, paper, pulp, and building products and related chemicals. The company employs approximately 50,000 people at 300 locations in North America, South America and Europe.

Gibco Industries, Inc.

Buy the best admixture on the market. Gibco’s PRF and Gibco’s mrf are an non-tonic organic chemical concentrate, that is safe and convenient to use. One gallon of Gibco’s product equals a ton of lime. Gibco’s formula gives a smooth, homogenized texture to cement plaster and masonry mortars for easy workability. Gibco’s PRF and Gibco’s MRF are an essential ingredient to meet or exceed project specifications. Our products eliminates the use of lime or any other additives, and saves time, materials and money!

Grabber

Through constant innovation Grabber continues to simplify the way you build things. We offer much more than just the world’s best fasteners. Our product offering includes scaffolding and sawhorses, the SuperDrive automated screw fastening system, fire stopping products, adhesives, paints, collated nails, the Deckmaster hidden bracket system, tools, taping and finishing products, and much more.

Hamilton Materials

Our site has been recently created and will soon be available for your use. Our web designers are creating a new web-interface that will soon be online! In the meantime, please be patient while we are working to make these changes. A new page will be available soon!

Insulfoam

Insulfoam was founded in 1959. Insulfoam’s principal business was the manufacture and sale of molded, expanded polystyrene for insulation. It utilized pre-expansion, molding and cutting equipment. The following two major Divisions comprise Insulfoam, LLC.: Insulfoam – Largest US producer of block molded expanded polystyrene. Major supplier to the construction, insulation and OEM markets. Computer aided design, engineering and manufacturing capabilities.

Knauf EcoBatt®

Think of it as green, only browner. Knauf EcoBatt® Insulation doesn’t look like any insulation you’ve ever seen, but that’s because its natural brown color represents a level of sustainability we’ve never before achieved. The color comes from ECOSE® Technology, a revolutionary, new sustainable binder born from five years of intensive research. Based on rapidly renewable bio-based materials rather than non-renewable petroleum-based chemicals commonly used in other insulation products, ECOSE Technology reduces binder embodied energy by up to 70%, and does not contain phenol, formaldehyde, acrylics or artificial colors used to make traditional fiberglass insulation. EcoBatt Insulation combines sand, one of the world’s most abundant and renewable resources, post-consumer recycled bottle glass and ECOSE Technology to create the next generation of sustainable insulation…naturally from Knauf.

K-Lath

A reputation for quality, reliability, innovation and exceptional service in the manufacture of lath and stucco products has enabled K-Lath to carve a solid niche in the construction industry. For over 50 years K-Lath has produced welded wire and paper-backed reinforcing products for stucco. Indeed the name "K-Lath" has become a generic term for describing proper stucco reinforcing. K-Lath manufactures its products in Fontana California for shipment across the United States.

Crane Composites Inc.

Crane Composites Inc., a subsidiary of Crane Co. (CR – NYSE), is the world’s leading provider of fiber-reinforced composite materials. We combine our understanding of customer needs with our expertise in materials, process and technology to deliver solutions that replace traditional metals and woods. Our composite products offer superior performance characteristics, such as strength, durability and minimal weight. Since 1954, we have been using new technologies to pioneer products into industrial and commercial applications, while earning numerous patents and a reputation for industry leadership. Formerly known as Kemlite Company, Crane Composites features an expanded roster of products, including Zenicon, the new benchmark in thermoplastic composite materials.

LaHabra

Today, LaHabra continues to set new standards for product quality, consistency, reliability and service. We continue to search out better solutions. We back every product with the best customer service in the industry. We understand how important our customers’ success is to our own. We base our business on this crucial understanding.

Larsen Products Corporation

When you need high-performance bonding of cementitious materials directly to structural surfaces, use Larsen Products Corp. concrete and plaster bonding agents.

Merlex Stucco

Focused as we are on the stucco business, we invest in production equipment and facilities to provide our customers with top-quality products at competitive prices. We are constantly searching out new raw materials and technologies that can advance the performance of traditional stucco systems. We believe in making a positive contribution to the communities in which we do business, and this is reflected in how we treat our employees and our environmental practices.

National Gypsum Company

National Gypsum Company is a fully integrated manufacturer and supplier of building and construction products worldwide including Gold Bond® Brand gypsum wallboard, ProForm® BRAND joint treatment products and PermaBase® Brand cement board.

OSI Pro-Series®

OSI® Pro-Series® adhesives and sealants are designed to meet the demanding requirements of the professional building trades. Contractors and Builders know they can depend on Henkel to deliver quality adhesives and sealants for superior results. Everything you need to know about OSI® Pro-Series® Adhesive and Sealant products is available in our Pro-Guides for Contractors. Colors, Usage Tips, MSDS Sheet, Tech Data and more.

Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a world leader in building materials systems and composite solutions. A Fortune 500 company for 53 years, Owens Corning produces insulation, roofing, asphalt and masonry products for residential and commercial markets. The company’s glass composite materials are used to enhance performance in transportation, electronics, telecommunications and consumer applications. With operations in 30 countries, Owens Corning is a leading innovator of glass fiber technology with sales of $6.5 billion in 2006.

PABCO Gypsum

Providing quality products and service since 1972, PABCO Gypsum is one of the leading manufacturers of wallboard in the United States. A division of the newly formed PABCO Building Products LLC, PABCO Gypsum is a part of the companies that make up Pacific Coast Building Products, one of the nation’s leading, privately held suppliers of building products and services to the construction industry.

CTS Cement

CTS is the largest manufacturer of specialty fast setting hydraulic cement and shrinkage compensating cement (Type-K). Achieve superior performance with both concrete repairs and new construction by choosing from the full line of Rapid Set® professional-grade cement products. Choose CTS shrinkage-compensating cement products to construct industrial size floors and other concrete structures with no curling, no cracking, and no control joints. The advanced Rapid Set® technology was developed in 1960. The full line of CTS Cement products has been available nationwide since 1981. CTS Cement | Rapid Set® is the choice of owners, architects, engineers, and contractors when selecting high-performance cement products.

Redco II

Redco II is a leading manufacturer of perlite and perlite products. Located in Southern California, Redco serves markets in California, Arizona, Nevada, and Texas, as well as exporting perlite to various locations in Asia and the Pacific Rim. Redco custom mixes and/or blends products for other companies as well. In addition, Redco is committed to developing new markets and applications for perlite. Our personnel are very active in the perlite industry. James Duncan, our president, has served on the Board of Director’s of the Perlite Institute since 1996. In addition he has chaired the Construction & Industrial Products committee and has served on numerous task groups. Greg Moore, a key member of the Redco team, has also served in the Perlite Institute, at one time chairing the Horticultural Products Committee. Greg is recognized as one of the top horticultural perlite experts in the industry. But his knowledge goes beyond horticulture and he is also an expert in a wide range of construction and industrial applications for perlite.

Ronman Products

Ronman Products has been servicing fastener requirements throughout the Western United States for over 40 years. We inventory major fastener lines such as POP® rivets with an array of screws, nuts, bolts, washers, rivets, nutserts, screw bits, and anchoring systems. All products are manufactured to meet or exceed I.F.I standards.

Samson Products

Samson Products has led the way in fire protection and other specialty products for commercial construction for over 50 years. In 1995, Samson Products was acquired by Activar Construction Products Group. Along with our affiliates, JL Industries Bloomington, MN, Thomas Enterprises Fort Myers, FL, and our JL East Coast Warehouse in Lancaster, PA, we offer the largest stock of fire protection equipment in the industry.

SLP

In any project, proper engineering is critical to initial an on-going success. Proper engineering requires a knowledge of the function and use of the component, correct material selection, good part design, and the construction of a quality mold. Equally important to on-going success is dedication to continuous production engineering and process improvement. SLP has the experience and knowledge to satisfy your engineering requirements. Our team has years of hands-on engineering and production know-how to make your project a success at the lowest cost. We use Solid Works 3D molding software to design and analyze your component.

Sequentia Products

Fiberglass reinforced plastic (frp) wall, ceiling and corrugated panels are widely used throughout the construction and building materials industries. Frp offers a number of significant features including resistance to mold, mildew, and bacteria growth, high impact strength, high moisture resistance, chemical resistance, stain resistance, sanitary finish, low maintenance, and easy installation.

STO Corporation

Sto is the innovative world leader in cladding, coating, and restoration systems. (Sto International Website www.sto.com) Sto Corp. in North America manufactures specialty coatings, exterior claddings including EIFS (synthetic stucco), hard coat stucco, and cement board stucco as well as concrete repair and air and moisture barrier products.

Stockton Products

We have a wide range of metal and wire products for the building industry. Our products are used primarily in stucco applications, but are also utilized in other areas including fireproofing, general construction and in drywall applications. On short notice and at a reasonable price, we can create custom manufactured products to meet specific needs.

Thermafiber

Thermafiber is proud to play an important role in fire protection and life-safety in the commercial construction industry through the ability of mineral wool to resist fire and temperatures in excess of 2000°F. Many well-known multi-story buildings around the world, as well as common office buildings, hospitals, and stores are insulated and protected with Thermafiber products. Applications include interior and exterior walls, fireproofing of structural elements and firestopping around pipes, ducts and cables running through floors and walls. Thermafiber blankets also have a higher density versus other insulations, which yields higher R-values per inch of material and better sound ratings for walls. Thermafiber products are incorporated in several hundred tested and approved construction assemblies and systems for fire rated construction and improved sound control. With Thermafiber products you get more than just insulation for energy conservation, you get fire protection and sound control too.

TXI

“TXI’s future, like its past, will be built by the dedicated men and women of TXI …” Robert D. Rogers, former president of TXI TXI’s foundation is built on the strength of it employees, who are innovative risk-takers focused on making the company the low-cost producer in the marketplace. Throughout its history, TXI has consistently used the latest technologies and efficient manufacturing methods to gain and retain its leadership position in the industry. Always aware of its safety and environmental stewardship, the company continues to broaden its efforts to remain at the forefront in these areas. Its history of innovation, creativity, flexibility and openness to change continue to ensure TXI’s success.

Tyvek® HomeWrap

Since the initial discovery in 1955 that led to Tyvek®, DuPont has been a recognized global leader in selective barrier technology. Lightweight and durable, DuPont™ Tyvek® has introduced new dimensions of protection, security and safety in a wide variety of industries, including protective apparel, construction, envelopes, medical and industrial packaging, and graphics.

USG

For more than 100 years, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative products and systems to build the environments in which we live, work and play. As the inventor of wallboard and mineral wool ceiling tile, USG created North America’s building materials industry. Our products are used in everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to simple home improvements. Our flagship brands include Sheetrock® Brand gypsum panels and Durock® Brand cement board, which are recognized around the world.

Vinyl Corp.

Vinyl Corp. is one of the largest full line vinyl bead and trim manufacturers in the U.S. Product categories include beads, trims and control joints for Stucco/Plaster, Drywall, Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS), and Direct-applied Exterior Finish Systems (DEFS).The company was formed in 1988 with two extrusion lines, twenty products and approximately six employees. Today the company has over 600 products and 50 employees at the Hialeah, Florida facility. Vinyl Corp. is known in the industry as "Innovators of Vinyl Wall and Ceiling Accessories." Using only virgin vinyl material, they are also #1 in quality!

Grace Construction Products

Grace Construction Products offers a wide range of innovative specialty construction chemicals and materials that includes: concrete admixtures and fibers, liquid pigments for colored concrete, cement processing additives, concrete masonry products, air and vapor barriers, roofing underlayments, self-adhered window, door and deck flashings, structural waterproofing systems and fire protection products. As a worldwide leader in the construction products industry, Grace products are specified by architects and engineers and are used by contractors, ready mix, precast and block producers, cement manufacturers to enhance the durability, strength and appearance of structures found in many major construction projects. Many of the world’s most challenging building problems have been solved by Grace’s premium construction chemicals and building materials.