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Florida Church Tackles Florida Codes & Wins
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July 21, 2008
Florida codes are some of the most difficult to negotiate for manufacturers of building products. The testing process is both expensive and ever changing. With the credibility of the builder and the safety of the end user in mind, VTI continues to work with engineers and testing facilities to make sure proper installation of window and door block-outs meet the specifications needed for code compliance (FL 5428).
One such building is the Saint Paul Catholic Church in Pensacola, Florida. Members of the VTI team were on site to make sure the installation of Vbuck ® was done correctly, especially when installing custom gothic arches and to monitor the engineering needed for the installation of curtain wall or store front type windows.
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Vinyl Technologies Extruding in Logan, Utah
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January 11, 2008
Vinyl technologies began extruding in Logan this fall by bringing in their top selling profiles first with plans to extrude all VBUCK by the first of the year.
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Including Ancillary Products Helps ICF Distributors
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July 31, 2007
Also: Learn how to assemble a T-wall using the VBUCK brand Yoke & Tie.
Read about isuues occuring with ACQ lumber and finshed interior windows.
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Autumn/Winter Newsletter
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February 5, 2007
In this edition of Porcupine Press we introduce the VBUCK Yoke & Tie Waler system. It is a unique and time-saving method of bracing Insulating Concrete Decking/Flooring systems prior to placement of concrete. (To see CAD details of how this system works, click on the "Details" button to the left and open pdf files 110 and 111.)
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Summer Newsletter
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September 19, 2006
In this edition of the Porcupine Press we re-visit green building, tell the story of a group of kids in Lubbock and welcome our newest employee, Rhonda Hunter.
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Spring News Letter 2006
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June 18, 2006
Step by step, learn how to field assemble shaped VBUCK. Caculate how many VBUCK vents to use in crawl spaces. Wish Justin good luck on his retirement.
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VTI Co-owner Retires
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April 14, 2006
Vinyl Technologies was started 12 years ago when a father, two sons and a daughter determined a need for innovation in the current buck systems and new products for the insulating concrete form and poured wall industries. The VBUCK brand window and door block-out system was developed from this perception of need.
Over the last several years, Vinyl Technologies owners have had the opportunity to work together as business partners and family. We have enjoyed this time with all of the challenges of starting a new business and joy of being successful.
Justin has been instrumental in all of the process as both father and part owner. He has now determined that it is time for him to move on to his next challenge, retirement.
Justin will be at the office in the morning for the next several months in assist in the transition. We love and appreciate him for all he has done with the company and wish him all the joy in the future. Please join with us in wishing him the best.
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Winter Newsletter
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January 14, 2006
ASTM Testing, Florida Code and a message from our general manager. A Silver City, New Mexico remodel with Polysteel. Steve Borgeson joins the Vinyl Tech staff. Crawl Space vents introduced.
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VBUCK® Outperforms Standards in Engineering Tests
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November 18, 2005
LOGAN, UT November 18, 2005 – Vinyl Technologies Inc. contracted with Architectural Testing, Inc (ATI), an engineering firm from York, Pennsylvania to test VBUCK® for impact, combustibility and thermal performance. The results are back and they are excellent.
ATI conducted test protocols for High Velocity Hurricane Zones, Protocols TAS 201-94 and TAS 203-94 on three VBUCK® brand vinyl window bucks. TAS 201-94, Impact Test Procedures, pass. What does this mean to architects, builders and home owners? It means that VBUCK® will survive impacts of 50 feet per second (34 MPH) with a projectile that weighs 9 pounds. TAS 203-94 Criteria for Testing Products Subject to Cyclic Wind Pressure Loading, pass. The samples tested met all performance requirements set forth in each protocol for a ±130 psf Design Pressure rating (ATI Performance Test Report, 09/21/05).
ATI performed further testing which included ASTM D 1929-96, Standard Test Method for Determining Ignition Temperature of Plastics, pass. It means that VBUCK® will not ignite unless a flame is 738ºF (392º C). ASTM D 635-98, Standard Test Method for Rate of Burning and/or Extent and Time of Burning Plastics in a Horizontal Position, pass. VBUCK® obtained a Class C1 rating. This means VBUCK® will not sustain a flame when exposed to fire. It will turn to ash. ASTM D 2843-99, Standard Test Method for Density of Smoke from the Burning or Decomposition of Plastics, pass. This means that VBUCK®’s average smoke density rating is 51.1. If VBUCK® burns, visibility of an “exit” sign in a room is good.
ATI also conducted a computer model thermal analysis to determine the R-Value of VBUCK®. All simulations were conducted using cross sections of the product. The dimensions tested were 8”, 12” and 13” widths. The thermal resistance or R-Value of each width is 2.28, 2.82, and 3.08 respectively (ATI Thermal Performance Computer Simulation Report, 10/05/05).
Not only are these tests great news for Vinyl Technologies, but they enhance architect and builder confidence when specifying VBUCK® for building projects. These tests helped gain Florida Code approval (FL5428) for VBUCK® as well. “This testing only validates what we always knew about VBUCK® that it is tough, durable and energy efficient,” states Bruce Anderson, general manager of Vinyl Technologies.
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New ABS Bracing Ten Times Stronger than Steel Bracing
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October 14, 2005
LOGAN, UT October 14, 2005 – Vinyl Technologies Inc. has improved its corner bracing system by making it out of ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene). By combining the new 18 x 18 ABS VBRACE ™ with the Yoke & Tie™ and POWERBRACES™, window and door openings blocked out with VBUCK® are easier to brace, with less waste. “We are very excited about this whole bracing package,” states Bruce Anderson, General Manger of VTI. “Now a builder can brace openings for an entire structure and not use any wood.”
The ABS brace is far lighter than the old galvanized bracing and is ten times stronger. Based on a “king truss” configuration, the new VBRACE ™ will out-perform steel.
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Autumn Newsletter
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September 1, 2005
Learn about the VBUCK Yoke & Tie. Tips on how to lower shipping costs. Canadian testing and much more.
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Use Cellular PVC for Doors
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August 5, 2005
When using VBUCK for door openings, slide Cellular PVC in the into chambers where door will be attached. Fill the entire length of the door frame or simply place celluler PVC where hinges will be attached, securing them in place with a screw. This product is available in four foot lengths and is sold in bundles of 12.
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Yoke & Tie Makes Bracing Easier
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July 26, 2005
Vinyl Technologies Inc., manufacturers and owners of the VBUCK® block-out and bracing system is pleased to announce the release of the VBUCK® brand Yoke & Tie™.
The Yoke & Tie™ enables builders to brace the sides of both window and door openings, eliminating the need for extra large corner braces. The Yoke & Tie™ can be used for both stacked and panelized walls. Panelizing crews can install VBUCK® and use the Yoke & Tie™ to hold the block-out in place, thus making it easier to move finished panels from the shop to the site. When working with forms wider than 12 inches, use the VBUCK® brand double Yoke and Tie™.
“We have improved on an idea that has been used by panelizing crews throughout the country. Now a worker just can snap the “yoke” onto any interior webbing and run the “tie” through a small hole drilled into the VBUCK® block-out. Finally, you can zip the tie snuggly in place with a simple “toothed” button which is about the size of a quarter,” states Bruce Anderson, General Manager of Vinyl Technologies Inc.
Order the Yoke & Tie™ in quantities of 12 and save more time and money using VBUCK® on your next ICF project. Vinyl Technologies Inc. is committed to providing builders, architects, and home owners with quality products and innovations for the ICF industry. © 2005 Vinyl Technologies Inc.
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