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Cutting Edge: Blue-Collar Jobs Turn Green
Industry Groups Step Up To Reposition Workers For Comeback
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(April 27, 2009)
Dealers Divided on Green, United on Sales Slump--Survey
ProSales poll also finds lots of LBMs are implementing green at home
PROSALES Information Service
(March 18, 2009)
2008 Site Commander Tour: Three for the Road
Breakthrough technologies power this year's Site Commander tour.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(November 14, 2008)
Builders Turn to Twitter to Connect with Buyers
Social media site allows home building firms to market to small niches, engage in conversation with customers at minimal cost.
BUILDER Online
(October 30, 2008)
Good Support
The new breed of structural products on the market give builders access to systems that not only hold up well but also offer added benefits.
BUILDER Online
(October 6, 2008)
Green Building's Five Deadly Sins
Here's how to avoid red flags as you take green to a higher volume.
BIG BUILDER Magazine
(October 3, 2008)
Reaping the Benefits
Contractor Club brings big benefits to small companies.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(July 16, 2007)
Tool Tracking
Bosch's Safe & Sound Tracking System Keeps a Watchful Eye on Tools.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(May 18, 2005)
The World's Best Tool Stores
Combine great tools with history, knowledge, dedication, and service, and what do you get?
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(November 1, 2002)
The Right Stuff
Work clothes: $12 million. Toolkit: $1 million. Ride to work: $60 million. View from jobsite? Priceless.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(March 1, 2002)
Forging the Future
How modern alloys are changing hand tools.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(January 1, 2002)
Framer's Dream Come True
L-P's pre-marked sheathing really saves time.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(March 1, 2000)
Footing Forms
Forget funky footing forms -- step up production with these new systems.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(March 1, 2000)
X-Frames
Old-world meets new as a timber frame master goes high-tech.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(November 1, 2000)
Buying a Digital Camera
Shopping for a digital camera? Confused by all the choices? Here are some tips from our technology editor.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(November 1, 2002)
Image is Everything
Digital cameras: they are tools for all reasons.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(September 1, 2002)
Load 'Em By Modem
Amazon.com acquires Tool Crib of the North's catalog sales and online divisions
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(March 1, 2000)
Smart Tools
High-tech features are finding their way into hard-core tools.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(January 1, 2001)
Smart Tool
Accessory guides drills through thick walls.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(August 1, 2001)
Laser Level Know-How
You may be old enough to remember water levels, but you're still young enough to get hooked on lasers.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(July 1, 2001)
Get Connected: Communication Gear
You're on the move all day long. Here's how the latest communication gear can keep you in touch and on top.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(March 1, 2001)
Strip Tease
Tempted by low-cost "generic" strip nails? Know what you're getting into before you load up on fasteners for the next job.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(March 1, 2001)
Battery Battle
Tool companies have increased cordless tool voltages, broadened their lines, and fine-tuned their efficiencies. Now they're focusing on battery technologies.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(November 1, 2001)
Frame of Mind
A production framer's techniques and attitude help break the speed limit on custom homes.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(May 1, 2003)
Got Mold?
Choosing the right exterior details and installation techniques to avoid moisture and mold problems has become a science. Take control and reduce your risks with these first steps.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(September 8, 2004)
House Detective
Moisture meters sniff out trouble before it grows.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(September 8, 2004)
Laser Level Layout
Laser level layout for plumbers and electricians.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(January 25, 2005)
Framing With Light-Gauge Steel
A 10-step program for window installation.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(May 18, 2005)
Construction Master
Our professor of framing speaks the truth about the ancient framing square and the joy in cracking its code.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine
(July 14, 2005)
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Its products may be devoted to stability and durability, but as an industry, the decking business is getting all shook up. Changes in the economy, consumer tastes, and production technology are buffeting deck manufacturers and making things tricky for those dealers who are deciding this winter what to stock this year. Those decisions matter because three out of 10 dealers responding to a recent ProSales survey said they expect decking sales to rise next year, and another 60% believe they will at least hold steady. Here are the decking trends most likely to affect LBM operations in the near and long term.