The Most Professional Advantages Under One Roof for Deck Builders and Remodelers

Remodeling Show | Deck Expo | JLC Live (R|D|J) 2015 – Oct. 1 -2

Known as the event that raises the bar for remodeling and deck building professionals, R|D|J is an annual trade-only residential construction mega-event that provides remodelers, deck builders and other industry professionals with all the resources they need to be the leaders in their trade.

This year the show takes place in Chicago at Navy Pier with education sessions running from September 28th to October 2nd and a lively Exhibit Hall on October 1st & 2nd. In addition to the hundreds of exhibitors, the exhibit hall features LIVE installation clinics presented by leading industry professionals, interactive, hands-on workshops and instructional exhibitor-led product demonstrations.

You will find Duradek at booth #2218 where you can talk with Duradek sales manager, Kevin MacMillan about the superior waterproofing performance of Duradek vinyl decking membranes. Be sure to take a look at the latest vinyl colors offered in the new Legacy line and ask about the revolutionary Panorama Universal Post – the most versatile topless glass railing system available. You may also get to speak with Duradek president John Ogilvie who pioneered the vinyl decking industry and has dedicated the last 4 decades to mastering the nuances professional installation techniques of this unique, multi-functional deck building product solution.

John Ogilvie is not the only decking industry professional to learn from at the 2015 R|D|J show. This year, the North America Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) is presenting a fantastic education session for Deck Evaluation and Inspection. After a year of multiple deck collapses that resulted in a range of minor to fatal injuries, the evaluation course is a must-attend for home inspectors and a huge advantage for deck builders conducting initial estimates on job sites for deck renovation or remodeling projects.

ND12 - Deck Evaluation/ Inspection Certification Class for Home Inspectors
Thursday, October 1 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

The Deck Evaluation / Inspection Certification program will allow the home inspector the opportunity to employ the ability to safely inspect a deck using the NADRA Deck Evaluation checklist. The NADRA Deck Evaluation checklist has been developed specifically for home inspectors as a comprehensive tool to be used to properly assess the safety issues of a deck. After the program the home inspector will understand how to analyze the following deck components and issues and more;

• Stairs Footings and Posts Joists
• Joist Connections
• Girders Ledger Connections
• Deck Boards
• Handrail Assemblies and Guards
• Recognize proper and improper fasteners
• Assess hardware or material corrosion
• Review of the safety standards of all (decks, stairs, guards) structures
• 4-hour Presentation For Home Inspectors

The course will be presented by Jim Mailey who is the Midwest, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic market training manager for Simpson Strong-Tie—a company that manufactures structural connectors, prefabricated shearwall panels and other fastening products that reinforce the frame of homes and decks. Jim has given hundreds of presentations to more than 15,000 design professionals, building officials, builders, contractors and dealers. He has developed numerous programs designed to educate building inspectors, builders and contractors on how to install Simpson Strong-Tie products as well as how these products meet various building code requirements. Jim is considered an expert in safe, outdoor wood deck construction and provides economical product solutions to satisfy structural code requirements for wood decks.

Not All Work…

Remodeling Show, Deck Expo, JLC Live is packed full of professional advantages for construction industry professionals, but its not all work… R|D|J offers some fantastic social networking opportunities as well. Events like the Welcome Party, NAHB Event, Pub Crawl and other fun events take place throughout the week.

Your Invitation to Deck Expo | Remodeling Show | JLC Live

Don’t miss your chance to visit the windy city to attend the ultimate platform for face-to-face networking with manufacturers, distributors and representatives of all sizes displaying products, services and equipment for the remodeling and deck building industries.

Duradek invites you to Register with promo code X52 for complimentary Exhibit Hall Pass ($35 value) and 20% off All-Access Conference Pass. We hope to see you there at booth #2218.

Deck Expo Starts this Week as R|D|J Takes Over Baltimore

Remodeling Show | Deck Expo | JLC Live (R|D|J) starts today with education conferences and the exhibit hall opens its doors tomorrow, October 23rd, 2014 for this annual trade-only event.

The Baltimore Convention Center is where this mega-event for the residential construction industry takes place. The Remodeling Show, Deck Expo and JLC Live have combined to create the leading national trade-only event for remodeling and deck building.

There will be two full days (Thursday, October 23rd and Friday, October 24th, 2014) of exhibitors and exhibit hall events that will bring the best of method and material for remodelers, deck builders and residential construction industry professionals.

The Exhibit Hall Show Floor features hundreds of exhibits showcasing deck and railing products, and Duradek invites you to come by to see us at Booth #3313 where the professionals from Duradek MidAtlantic can show you the advantages of our deck waterproofing systems.

 

Duradek reached the landmark of 40 years in business this year and distributor, Duradek MidAtlantic is celebrating 20 years in business this year. At Duradek's recent convention, Duradek MidAtlantic was again recognized as the top performing Duradek distributor and consistently demonstrates the exceptional service that makes Duradek such a reliable brand. With a dedicated and skilled network of trained and authorized installers, Duradek MidAtlantic can ensure your decks and roof decks are reliably protected with an attractive and low maintenance waterproofing system.

When you are visiting the Deck Expo, be sure to talk to the professionals at Duradek MidAtlantic at booth #3313 if you have any decking projects or any questions on deck waterproofing. You may also get a chance to speak with Duradek president, John Ogilvie who will be at the show and who is a wealth of information on the vinyl membrane industry that he helped to pioneer with the Duradek brand.
 

Look for Duradek MidAtlantic at booth #3313

R | D | J Exhibit Hall Floor

This year there will be lots of activity on the exhibit hall floor including:

• Installation Clinics
• Interactive Workshops
• Exhibitor Demos

R | D | J Education

There are also an abundance of education opportunities at this event and conferences covering 15 education tracks span topics like Sales & Marketing, Technology & Technical, Business & Construction and more give industry professionals all the tools they can possibly need to stay competitive in their area of expertise.

This year the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has partnered with R|D|J to offer courses and NAHB designation CE requirements can be acquired. The show organizers, Hanley Wood, is also registered with the American Institute of Architects and education sessions are eligible for AIA learning units.  

Deck Expo Co-located with Remodeling Show and JLC Live’s History

Deck Expo is a trade only event focusing exclusively on the deck, porch and railing industry. Sponsored by NADRA and Professional Deck Builders Magazine, Deck Expo began in 2003, and co-located with Remodeling Show in 2009.

Remodeling Show is owned and produced by Hanley Wood and sponsored by the National Association of Homebuilders, NAHB Remodelers and Remodeling Magazine, Remodeling Show. It has been an anticipated industry event since its inception in 1991, and since that time has seen many ups and downs in the industry, several technological advances and an increased breadth and scope of building products on the market. One thing has remained consistent over the years - manufacturers continue to innovate and allow residential construction professionals to work smart and efficiently.

JLC Live joined these two significant shows for the first time in fall of 2014 to create the all new R|D|J Mega Event. With annual shows in the Pacific Northwest and New England, the addition of this residential construction show brings even more depth to the offering for residential construction professionals and makes the R|D|J a not-to-miss event.

R | D | J 2015 will move to it's alternate home and take place in Chicago at the McCormick

New Mega-Show for Residential Construction Professionals Anticipated by Duradek

Building industry professionals now have a new mega-show to benefit from this fall as JLC Live joins the co-located Remodeling Show | Deck Expo for the first ever R | D | J Show for Residential Construction Professionals. With these top shows combined in this industry only event, builders can be confident that their time invested into attending will be time well spent.

Duradek invites you to register for free exhibit hall admission using promo code EVITE1. This is your chance to come by and discover the latest in education and product availability for this trade-only event at the Baltimore Convention Center from October 22nd – 24th.
The exhibit hall floor is open:

• Oct 23: 9:00 – 5:00 p.m.
• Oct. 24: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Duradek will be there at our booth #3313, represented by exclusive distributor Duradek MidAtlantic who is celebrating their 20th year in business this year along with Duradek celebrating our 40th anniversary.

What to Expect at Remodeling Show, Deck Expo, JLC Live (R | D | J )

At Deck Expo, Remodeling Show and JLC Live, professional remodelers can expect to find: hundreds of exhibitors, installation clinics, interactive workshops and a variety of instructional presentations…all held in conjunction with 4 days of educational conferences that begins on October 22nd. There are a variety of clinics to choose from this year including:

• Creative Elevation
• Deck Builders Workshop
• Durable Exterior Details
• Engineered Siding & Trim
• Remodelers Workshop
• Residential Drywall
• Weathering the Building Envelope

R | D | J Educational Conferences

As always, there is an excellent selection of education opportunities to allow you to earn education credits. There are education tracks in the following categories:

• Business
• Construction Materials and Technology
• Construction Safety
• Deck
• Design
• Legal
• Marketing
• Production
• Replacement Contractor
• Sales
• Technical Updates
• Technology
• Universal Design Build

In addition, you can take courses that are a part of the Master Deck Professional – Codes and Standards, a four-part series offered by NADRA. More information can be found on the NADRA Website.

R | D | J Social Events

A great way to unwind with your fellow remodeling professionals, the show offers a variety of fun events to enjoy some social networking the old fashioned way. There is still a bunch in the works, so be sure to check back on what you want to register for, but you can start by counting on these annual social events (pre-registration required):

• Dinner with New Friends
• R|D|J 2014 Welcome Party
• R|D|J Haunted Fells Point Pub Crawl
• NAHB Remodelers Gala
• NADRA 2014 Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner

Deck Expo Co-located with Remodeling Show’s History

Deck Expo is a trade only event focusing exclusively on the deck, porch and railing industry. Sponsored by NADRA and Professional Deck Builders Magazine, Deck Expo began in 2003, and co-located with Remodeling Show in 2009.

Remodeling Show is owned and produced by Hanley Wood and sponsored by the National Association of Homebuilders, NAHB Remodelers and Remodeling Magazine, Remodeling Show. It has been an anticipated industry event since its inception in 1991, and since that time has seen many ups and downs in the industry, several technological advances and an increased breadth and scope of building products on the market. One thing has remained consistent over the years - manufacturers continue to innovate and allow residential construction professionals to work smart and efficiently.

JLC Live is another of Hanley Wood’s excellent construction brands as the Journal of Light Construction sponsors this part of the show. The Journal of Light Construction and JLC online are excellent resources for residential construction pros and while JLC has two annual shows with JLC Live Northwest and JLC Live New England, this is the first year JLC Live participates along with the co-located Remodeling Show and Deck Expo.

Official Show Sponsors

NAHB Remodelers, Remodeling Show Sponsor
NAHB, National Association of Home Builders, is a Washington, D.C.-based trade association that helps promote the policies that make housing a national priority. Since 1942, NAHB has been serving its members, the housing industry, and the public at large. Founded in 1982, NAHB Remodelers serves the interests of more than 14,000 remodeling industry members.

NAHB Remodelers is committed to improved management and technical competency of remodeler members, excellence in service to the consumer, and effective government representation of remodelers' interests at the federal, state, and local levels. Working in partnership with locally-organized Remodelers Councils at more than 150 NAHB-affiliated state and local builders' associations, NAHB Remodelers provides information, certification, education, and recognition programs geared to keeping remodeler members competitive.

NADRA, DeckExpo Sponsor

Duradek is proud to be a member of NADRA, the Official Sponsor of DeckExpo. Their core purpose is to be the voice of the deck & railing industry by promoting national Deck Safety Month, helping guide code writing and regulations with ICC and sponsoring DeckExpo, the premiere trade event for the deck, dock, and railing industry.

The mission of the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) is to provide a unified source for the professional development, promotion, growth, and sustenance of the Deck and Railing building industry in North America so that members can exceed the expectations of their customers.

Register for complementary exhibit hall passes for R | D | J Show using promo code EVITE1 and be sure to visit us at booth #3313. Be sure to check back for updates on events at the show as it gets closer. We look forward to seeing you there!

Duradek is Calling All Deck Builders to Deck Expo 2013!

This week, the event of the year for deck builders takes place in Chicago at McCormick Place as Deck Expo co-located with Remodeling Show offers 3 days of events, conferences and exhibits.

Starting Wednesday October 16th and running until Friday October 18th, Deck Expo is THE event for raising the bar for Deck Building Professionals.

Deck Expo celebrates it's 10th year in 2013 and the event kicks off with the North America Deck & Railing Association's annual "Howl at the Moon" event on Wednesday the 16th. This ticketed event starts of with a cocktail reception, dinner and awards presentation and the annual post-party.

The Exhibit Hall Show Floor opens on October 17th & 18th with hundreds of exhibits showcasing deck and railing products, and Duradek invites you to come by to see us at Duradek Booth #2241 where we can show you the advantages of our deck waterproofing systems.

In addition to the exhibits there will also be nearly 100 seminars and events including:

• Installation Clinics
• Interactive Workshops
• Live Deck Collapse
• Business Boot Camp

If you haven't registered yet, it's not too late. You can register for free admission to the exhibit hall and take part in this singular annual event for deck building professionals!  

And remember to come by booth #2241 to chat with our Duradek waterproofing professionals.

Deck Expo Co-located with Remodeling Show’s History

Deck Expo is a trade only event focusing exclusively on the deck, porch and railing industry. Sponsored by NADRA and Professional Deck Builders Magazine, Deck Expo began in 2003, and co-located with Remodeling Show in 2009.

Remodeling Show is owned and produced by Hanley Wood and sponsored by the National Association of Homebuilders, NAHB Remodelers and Remodeling Magazine, Remodeling Show. It has been an anticipated industry event since its inception in 1991, and since that time has seen many ups and downs in the industry, several technological advances and an increased breadth and scope of building products on the market. One thing has remained consistent over the years - manufacturers continue to innovate and allow residential construction professionals to work smart and efficiently.

Duradek Anticipates Deck Expo co-located with Remodeling Show

Deck Expo, the biggest national trade show for professionals in the deck building industry is just around the corner and Duradek invites you to come by and discover the latest in education and product availability for this trade-only event at the Baltimore Convention Center from October 10th – 12th. Duradek will be there with exclusive distributors Duradek MidAtlantic and Specialty Building Systems at booth #2403.

What to Expect at Deck Expo Co-located with Remodeling Show

At Deck Expo co-located with Remodeling Show, professional remodelers can expect to find: hundreds of exhibitors, installation clinics, interactive workshops and a variety of instructional presentations…all held in conjunction with 4 days of educational conferences that begins on October 9th. Here are some of the highlights for deck building professionals:

Deck Expo Installation Clinics 

Held on all three days of the trade show exhibit at booth #1310, presenter Mike Guertin presents deck installation clinics covering 9 individual topics geared exclusively for the professional deck builder.

Deck Expo Live Deck Collapse

At booth #1901 you will find two decks that are 8 ft. wide by 6 ft. deep and 7 ft. tall. One of these decks is safe…one is not. Find out which one by witnessing the live deck collapse at 1 p.m. on October 10th and 11th.

Deck Expo Educational Conferences – Education Track for Deck and Rail Construction

While the first day of conferences on October 9th is a dedicated “Business Skills Bootcamp”, the remaining conference topics include 52 break-out seminars and features a special education track for Deck and Rail Construction covering the following topics:
• International Building Codes and Their Impact on You
• Corrosion and Decay Resistance of Decks
• Marketing Strategies: Lesser Costs, Bigger Results
• The Last 10% - Punch List, Clean Up and Avoiding Call Backs
• Achieving Consistent Results From Your Field Crew
• The One Mouth, Two Ears Sales Process
• Building and Selling Six Figure Decks
In addition, you can participate in the Master Deck Professional – Codes and Standards, a four-part series offered by NADRA. 

Deck Expo Social Events

A great way to unwind with your fellow remodeling professionals, Remodeling Show co-located with Deck Expo offers a variety of fun events to enjoy some social networking the old fashioned way. This list is a sampling of the many social events that you can take part in (pre-registration required):
• Dinner with New Friends
• Opening Day Block Party
• NADRA 2012 Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner
• Intelligence, Burgers and Beer – Something for Everyone
• Fells Point Pub Crawl
• NAHB Remodelers Gala

Deck Expo Co-located with Remodeling Show’s History

Deck Expo is a trade only event focusing exclusively on the deck, porch and railing industry. Sponsored by NADRA and Professional Deck Builders Magazine, Deck Expo began in 2003, and co-located with Remodeling Show in 2009.

Remodeling Show is owned and produced by Hanley Wood and sponsored by the National Association of Homebuilders, NAHB Remodelers and Remodeling Magazine, Remodeling Show. It has been an anticipated industry event since its inception in 1991, and since that time has seen many ups and downs in the industry, several technological advances and an increased breadth and scope of building products on the market. One thing has remained consistent over the years - manufacturers continue to innovate and allow residential construction professionals to work smart and efficiently.

Duradek Proud Member of NADRA

The North America Deck and Railing Association is the voice of the deck and railing industry and provides valuable resources to its members, industry associates and consumers. NADRA's mission is to:

"...provide a unified source for professional development, promotion, growth and sustenance of the deck and railing industry in North America so that members can exceed the expectations of their customers."

NADRA is in its 8th year as a 501(c)6 not-for-profit corporation and operates with an emphasis on safe building practices and deck safety. It was founded as a need developed for a unified voice in the industry stemming from concerns raised at the 2004 DeckExpo over compatibility of new generation treated wood. Since that time, NADRA has become the official sponsor of DeckExpo, the premier trade event for the industry produced by Hanley Wood.

Duradek is proud to be a part of a non-profit organization that operates under shared philosophies of performance, respect and sustainability. NADRA members are balanced between builders, suppliers and manufacturers, and this combined voice and perspective enables NADRA to effectively represent the industry regarding important issues such as code development to regulating bodies.

With a very strong consumer focus, NADRA is committed to empowering the industry to provide consumers with:

• Beautiful decks that will enrich their family lives
• Decks constructed from high quality but affordable materials
• Decks installed efficiently, safely and properly
• Decks constructed by professional and knowledgeable builders that they can trust.
• Informationn on safety, design and products

Deck safety is a critical issue to NADRA, and the organization has a mandate of increasing public awareness of the necessity of regular inspections and maintenance of existing decks, and proper installation of new decks. This initiative prompted NADRA to declare May as Deck Safety Month® in 2006.

Another public relations initiative founded by NADRA is the Deck for a Soldier® program. This public service benefits a member of the US Armed Forces returning from a tour of duty and is funded by member donations.

Duradek looks forward to a  long relationship with the influential industry organization and encourages anyone looking for decking information and resources to visit the NADRA website. For general consumer information or for in-depth industry issues, the best place to begin the journey of decking discover is with NADRA.

The JLC Live New England 2012 Residential Construction Show Is Calling All Industry Professionals

JLC Live Residental Construction Show and Conference New England 2012 is fast approaching and professionals in the building industry have a chance to get informed on the newest product innovations and best practices of the construction industry. Taking place at the Rhode Island Convention Center from March 21st to to 24th, the show offers an abundance of educational sessions that offer real world construction education in a classroom style setting. There is a great variety of courses including the new "Flashing Techniques for Penetration Points: Windows, Doors, Walls & Decks".

Take advantage of Free Registration and find out what the experts are saying about the latest building products and services in the residential construction market.

Not open to the general public, this industry-only event presents over 200 exhibits and over 50 educational sessions throughout the conference. To get an idea of what to expect at JLC live, check out this clip.

If you make it down to the exhibit hall on March 23rd or 24th, be sure to drop by and say hello to Duradek dealer Steve from Railing Pro

Duradek Vinyl Walkable Rooftop Deck and Waterproofing solutions are a critical part of maximizing the enjoyment of your outdoor space while minimizing the the overall cost and maintenance. Check our online calendar to see which shows you will find us at - and let us show you what makes the Duradek difference.

Duradek Invites You To Be One Of Over 50,000 Atttendees At IBS 2012!

Duradek invites you to take advantage of free registration for the International Builders' Show, February 8th to 11th, 2012 and join over 50,000 attendees in one of the biggest, most exciting building industry shows of the year. Duradek will be at Booth #W837 to display their excellent selection of waterproof vinyl membranes as well as Durarail railing solutions for your deck, and joins nearly 800 industry suppliers throughout 4 days of exhibits. IBS 2012 promises to offer the latest innovations and information about building products and services in the residential construction market.

Taking place at the Orange County Convention Center in beautiful Orlando, Florida there are over 165 education sessions presented in 13 categories that will cover the most important topics in the construction industry today. You can purchase 1 or 2 day education sessions with a significant savings if you pre-register, and Saturday's sessions are all free! Online registration takes only a few minutes and easily allows you to register for the show, the education sesssions and even book your hotel all at the same time.


Even if you only want to walk the exhibit floor, there is going to be a lot to see and discover at this show.

Come by and say hello at the show!

We hope that you will stop by the Duradek Booth #W837 to say hello to our Sales Manager, Kevin MacMillan, our Marketing Manager, Jennifer Ogilvie Brackett and Duradek president John Ogilvie who are all dedicated to providing detailed information about waterproofing flat rooftop decks and Duradek's impressive line of vinyl waterproofing products.

But IBS 2012 is not entirely about education...there are some fantastic networking oppportunities and a chance to have a little fun with some of the events planned throughout the show. The Official IBS House Party is a new addition to the agenda for 2012 and is sponsored by Homes for Our Troops. It takes place at 'Howl at the Moon', Orlando's original rock 'n' roll dueling piano bar which is just down the street from the convention center. Tickets are limited, so if you want a chance to party with your fellow attendees and exhibitors in a laid back atmosphere, be sure to get your tickets when your register for the show.

Aron Ralson

Penn & Teller

Other show highlights include the Grand Openning Ceremonies headlined by legendary magicians Penn & Teller who share the stage with Aron Ralson, the man whose amazing story of bravery was made famous by the movie '127 Hours'.


One of the industry's biggest events for building professionals and affiliates, IBS is an event you don't want to miss. If you really want to attend the show and can't make it, there is a fantastic 'virtual' show for you to browse through online and check out some of the attending exhibitors. The Virtual Booths will be available prior to the show and for the following year so if there are any products you forgot to follow up on, you can easily access it long after your visit to IBS. Check out our Duradek Virtual Booth #W837.

IBS 2012
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, Florida
February 8th  -  11th

Duradek's "Live Action Clinic" at The Deck Expo

The Duradek product line-up will be featured at one of the Live Action Clinic's, in The Outdoor Pavilion, during the Deck Expo/Remodeling Show.

"The Roof Top Deck - Building Decks Over Living Spaces" will be held on Friday, October 14th from 3:30 to 4:30 in The Outdoor Pavilion, Booth #2242.

Come and see why Duradek is an ideal choice as a Walkable Roofing Membrane.

For those of you who have not yet received your Complimentary Three-Day Exhibit Hall Admission, please click here.

FREE Admission to the Remodeling Show & Deck Expo

Duradek would like to extend an invitation to be our guest at the Remodeling Show & Deck Expo in Chicago, IL on October 13th-15th.  Please click here to download your FREE 3-Day Exhibit Hall Admission Pass.

This year Duradek is a sponsor of the new Outdoor Living Pavilion and will be performing a demonstration of the Duradek product lines in the Pavilion.

Please come see us in Booth # 2042 - click here for the Exhibit Hall information.