ICC-ESR#1271 Verifies That Grabber's Self-Drilling Tapping Screws Meet Code Requirements

Highland, UT Grabber Construction Products, an international distributor of professional-grade fasteners and construction products, has received an evaluation report from ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) certifying that, in addition to meeting 2006 and 2009 IBC and IRC codes, Grabber's DRIVALL and SUPERDRIVE screws now meet the new 2012 IBC and IRC code requirements.

ICC-ES thoroughly examined Grabber's product information, test reports, calculations, quality control methods and other factors to ensure that the products are code-compliant. Building officials, architects, contractors, specifiers, designers, and others can utilize this ICC-ES Evaluation Report to provide a basis for using or approving these products in construction projects.

"Top-notch quality control and production processes are key to providing best-in-class products to our customers," commented Jack Kroll, CEO of Grabber. "Acquiring ICC certification for its products is just another example of Grabber's commitment to quality products and to its customers."

Grabber's DRIVALL and SUPERDRIVE self-drilling tapping screws are used in engineered connections of cold-formed steel framing and of sheet steel sheathing connected to cold-formed steel framing. Featuring a hex washer, modified truss, or pan head, the screws are manufactured from carbon steel and coated with electrodeposited zinc. They're packaged in collated strips and supplied in boxes for use in automated screw installation systems.

For more information on Grabber's DRIVALL and SUPERDRIVE screws and the rest of the company's product lines, please visit http://www.grabberman.com, or call 800-477-TURN.

About Grabber Construction Products Grabber is an international distributor of quality products for construction professionals. Grabber's line includes premium fasteners and fastening systems for wood, metal, and drywall applications in the commercial and residential construction markets. Grabber also distributes a wide range of proprietary tools, accessories, equipment, and building materials to the construction industry.

Contact: Bevan Wulfenstein Phone: 801-492-3880, extension 209 bevan@grabberman.com

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Lanes on the Cortez Road drawbridge in Manatee County will be intermittently closed from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. during maintenance this week.

Drivers in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties are advised to use caution in the following areas where the Florida Department of Transportation says road construction or other projects are underway:

SARASOTA COUNTY

Interstate 75 from Sumter Boulevard in North Port to River Road. Crews widening the highway to six lanes. Expect lane closures from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.

I-75 at mile marker 174. Southbound inside lane closed from 9 p.m. Thursday to 2 a.m. Friday during maintenance.

I-75 from University Parkway to the Charlotte County line. Expect delays. Crews are installing closed-circuit cameras, roadside sensors and other equipment for an intelligent transportation system.

I-75 overpass at Jacaranda Boulevard. Crews painting the overpass. Overnight, single Lane closures on Jacaranda.

I-75 at Fruitville Road, Laurel Road, Jacaranda Road and Sumter Boulevard. Crews replacing overhead signs. Lane closures between 10:30 p.m. and 6 a.m.

I-75 at Jacaranda Boulevard and Laurel Road. Crews installing lights. No lane closures expected.

U.S. 41 between Shamrock Boulevard and the Lowes entrance in Venice. Southbound outside lane closed from 9 p.m. today to 5 a.m. Tuesday while crews construct a new driveway.

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Game 1 Demolition

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Workman were seen moving heavy machinery into the Boyd Theater's auditorium Monday morning, leading Philadelphia preservationists to conclude that its owner, Live Nation, has begun demolition of Center City's last art deco movie palace.

The Preservation Alliance's advocacy director, Ben Leech, said he could clearly hear hammering sounds when he walked past the theater's Sansom Street exit doors.

"I can't think of what else they'd be doing other than demolition," he said. He noted that a demolition permit was posted on the theater's Chestnut Street facade this weekend.

On Friday, the Historical Commission granted Live Nation permission to raze the historically designated theater on the grounds that the building had become a financial hardship. The company, which is required under the decision to maintain the Chestnut Street facade, intends to sell the building to a Philadelphia developer to erect an eight-screen multiplex for the Florida entertainment company, iPic.

Although the 1928 movie palace is a landmarked building, only its exterior is protected under city law. Live Nation said it sought the hardship ruling because iPic needed to demolish the outer walls to construct its screening rooms. The demolition permit posted on the building was issued Feb. 25.

Live Nation's point person on the Boyd, executive James Tucker, could not be reached for comment.

During the lengthy debate over Live Nation's request for hardship, the Nutter Administration made no attempt to intervene, even after a donor stepped in at the 11th hour and offered to buy the theater at the same price iPic offered.

"We've let the process run its natural course and I don't intend to intervene," said Alan Greenberger, deputy mayor for commerce and planning. "The process has determined there is hardship. There are legal permits in place, and that's okay."

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SOUTH BEND City officials are expressing concern about a flier going around that states a person's home is slated for demolition and offering to buy the property for cash.

Two homeowners have contacted the city about the fliers in recent days, Kara Kelly, of the mayors office, said. In each case, the person's home was found not to be on the city's demolition list.

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Staff members at the Clark County Fairgrounds have completed the demolition of two deteriorating aircraft hangars, a project that will help create more parking and access for other events at the site.

The demolition of the hangars, near the entrance at the east end of the fairgrounds, was part of a project that also included the construction of a new maintenance facility near the Champions Center.

They were old metal buildings and they needed maintenance, but the main reason was to clean up the front of the fairgrounds, said Allan Hess, executive director of the Clark County Agricultural Society, which maintains the fairgrounds.

While it is not related to the demolition project, tearing down the two hangars will also make the site more attractive for potential developers, Hess said.

The Agricultural Society and other local officials have discussed construction of a new hotel at the fairgrounds, which could provide lodging for visitors who attend events at that site. However, Hess said that project is still in the preliminary stages. He said the Agricultural Society is working with a real estate group to help find an investor who might be willing to build at the site.

The hangars had previously been used to store equipment for the electrical and grounds crews at the fairgrounds. But demolishing them will create more space for parking and make it easier to host large events at the site. Hess said the fairgrounds crew was able to do the work, and after the scrap is recycled the only expenses will include labor and fuel.

He said the fairgrounds will likely break even financially, and possibly come out slightly ahead now that the project is complete.

We emptied them all out and it was just a matter of tearing the metal structure down, he said.

Meanwhile, local officials are gathering information about the events hosted at the fairgrounds and attendance figures to help show that there is demand for a hotel.

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GEORGETOWN While town leaders discussed its future across the street, the building that housed Georgetowns first bank sat vacant and idle aside from some equipment stored inside the structure on Monday evening.

But preservationists and a majority of the Georgetown Town Council believe theres a future for the property, and they think the building is a key part of it. The council voted 4-1 to stave off the demolition of the structure for one year, as a committee charged with finding alternatives to razing the building will continue to meet in hopes of providing tangible options for the reuse of the property.

This building is not structurally unsound, said Greg Sekula, southern regional director of Indiana Landmarks and a member of the committee.

Located at 9110 Ind. 64, the building was constructed to house Georgetowns first bank in 1909. In recent years, it held the town hall until 2009, and has primarily been used for equipment storage since it was vacated.

There was concern among town officials that the building wasnt safe, and could potentially collapse or suffer structural damage.

But Sekula said a team that included engineer Nathan Grimes, developer Steve Resch and architect Ron Stiller inspected the building on March 6, and they vouched for the buildings stability.

Its not going to fall down, said Margaret Dean Hammersmith, a former Georgetown council member who was also appointed to the committee.

With a year to meet and research, the committee should be able to come up with some options to save the building for the council to consider, Sekula said.

There are matching grants available at the state level for historic building rehabilitations that the committee and town will explore, Council President Jerry Brock said.

Councilman Mike Mills cast the lone vote in opposition to delaying the demolition for 12 months, as he cited financial concerns with keeping the structure.

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SOUTH BEND City officials are expressing concern about a flier going around that states a person's home is slated for demolition and offering to buy the property for cash.

Two homeowners have contacted the city about the fliers in recent days, Kara Kelly, of the mayors office, said. In each case, the person's home was found not to be on the city's demolition list.

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MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -Demolition crews started tearing down Tremont Temple Baptist Church in Macon Monday morning,after several months of controversy between the city's planning and zoning commission and historic preservationists.

Nearby residents say they're disappointed the site is now a memory,and they hope the city will do more to save pieces of history.

"I'm highly upset and of course, we're at the very end moment know, they have destroyed this place. And the people who are doing it should be ashamed for what a Dunkin' Donuts."

As cranes and bulldozers began tearing down 115 years of memories,Macon residents looked on....some in disbelief.

"This place has a history and a meaning that should have lasted for us going forward, but we don't value these things in Macon," one resident said.

Macon-Bibb's Planning and Zoning Commission made the decision last month to move forward with the demolition of the church, which had been vacant for seven years.

Officials with Historic Macon made attemps to try and save the building, but were unsuccessful.

Residents say it's a blow to the city's history.

"You lose Tremont Temple which had a lot of historic significance as far as the civil rights movement, the local bus boycott and other events as well as the Douglas House," one resident said.

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Sonic Adventure DX [Part 15] Gardens and Sky Decks Don #39;t Mix! [HD]
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