The Toolbox
Western Retail Lumber Association
WRLA Toolbox: March 20, 2014
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Industry News
Vinyl and Metal Clad Vinyl Windows designated ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient
EDMONTON, March 17, 2014 /CNW/ - For the second year in a row, All Weather Windows has received the ENERGY STAR Most Efficient designation on almost 400 window products. The ENERGY STAR Most Efficient designation recognizes the most efficient products among those that qualify for ENERGY STAR in the current calendar year. These exceptional products represent the leading edge in energy-efficient models.
"All Weather Windows is dedicated to creating a wide range of truly exceptional products for our customers." said Tracy Nadiger, Director of Marketing. "Whether you're building a new home or renovating an old home, we have the best selection of the highest-performance products. From hardworking vinyl windows to colourful metal clad exterior windows, we can help."
This is the second year that Natural Resources Canada has awarded the ENERGY STAR Most Efficient designation. Criteria is set or reviewed each year per product category by Natural Resources Canada. All Weather Windows was also named ENERGY STAR Manufacturer of the Year in the Fenestration Products category in 2013, 2011 & 2010, and Participant of the Year in 2012.
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Pleasanton, Calif. – Simpson Strong-Tie announced that Roger Dankel will be the President of North America Sales and Ricardo Arevalo will be Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective July 1, 2014. These two new roles will replace Phillip "Terry" Kingsfather’s current position as President and CEO of Simpson Strong-Tie. Kingsfather, who recently announced his retirement, will remain at Simpson Strong-Tie through the end of June to ensure a smooth transition.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=258646&issueID=32907 to view the full article online.
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Making a Seasonal Maintenance Checklist In preparation for a new selling season, take time to do some maintenance of your store—from your customers’ perspective. Be your own "mystery shopper" by pretending you are a customer visiting the store for the first time. Make a list of what you notice that doesn’t work for you, then prioritize the list based on necessity and budget to create a master to-do list for each department. It’s also a great idea to ask friends or family to perform this type of audit for you, so you’ll get a true sense of how a customer sees your store. Click Learn More to view our Checklist and Tips.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=258638&issueID=32907 to view the full article online.
In its 88th year of business, Moulding & Millwork – the largest manufacturer of interior finishings in North America – is changing its name to Metrie™. The new name is part of a strategic decision to heighten the company’s focus on providing inspiration and support to homeowners and professional designers who use interior trim (such as crown, wall and baseboard mouldings, doors and other decorative elements) to add style and beauty to a room Click Learn more below for the full News Release.
Visit http://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/pdf/Moulding_Millwork_-_metrie.com_wp-content_uploads_2014_02_Metrie_PressRelease_020414.pdf to view the full article online.
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Calendar of Events
April 4 - 8, 2014
Home Hardware Dealer Market
St. Jacobs, ON
April 6 - 7, 2014
Federated Co-Op Market
Prairieland Park,
Saskatoon, SK
April 14 - 17, 2014
TruServ Canada Spring Buying Market
Winnipeg Convention Centre, Winnipeg, MB
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