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38 Th u rsd a y, Fe b ru a ry 6 , 2 0 1 4 FABUWOOD KITCHEN CABINETRY NEVER COMPROMISES ON CLASS In recent years, millions of Americans have been forced to choose. As the housing market plummeted and the economy saw a serious decline, homeowners were compromising their quality kitchens for cabinetry options that were more affordable. Fabuwood opened its doors in 2009, offering consumers a new concept in cabinetry – quality kitchens at unbelievably low costs. Fabuwood does it by importing its magnificent collections in huge quantities, saving clients shipment costs and wait times. Fabuwood's 300,000 square foot Jersey City warehouse contains thousands of items in stock at all times, which means orders are good to go in under two weeks. Fabuwood has experienced absolutely stunning growth in recent years. From inception less than five years ago, it has grown at the rate of one new dealer per day and on average one new employee each week. Today Fabuwood provides jobs for over 300 employees. Manufacturing kitchens that don't compromise on either aesthetics or affordability, it has transformed households across America. Combining quality construction, contemporary styles and exceptional customer service, at these prices, buyers can once again have it all. PAUL THE PLUMBER: SKEPTIC TURNED ADVOCATE One night Paul Peterson was up late watching TV and saw an advertisement for a new salt-free water softener. As a professional with more than 20 years experience as a plumber and owner of Professional Plumbing Services, Peterson was skeptical. The company making the claims was NuvoH2O. NuvoH2O is the next generation in water softening. It uses a citrus solution for salt-free, ecological water softening that prevents, protects and saves money, space, hassle and the ecosystem. "My first reaction was to find a number to call this company so I could debunk the claims they were making," Peterson admitted. "That was about three years ago, and now after making that call I'm one of NuvoH2O's biggest supporters." Peterson followed through on his gut instinct and called NuvoH2O. To his astonishment he was quickly surprised at how valid NuvoH2O's system is. "There are always so many crappy products being advertised," Peterson said. "In this instance, it didn't take long for me to discover that they were on to something, and I actually ordered a unit for myself that night." It also didn't take long for Peterson to put the product to the test. "I have a client that is really demanding and picky, and I decided to give the NuvoH2O system a try with this guy. I figured if he liked it, the system must be good and that I'd know for sure if it was going to be a hit or a bust," explained Peterson. "I installed it and SAM CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE DECREASES BUILD TIME, INCREASES PROFIT MARGINS SAM, the Superintendent's Automated Manager, is a construction management software package that decreases build time and increases profit margins, so that construction managers can spend their time dazzling and amazing their clients instead of struggling with software. SAM is very simple to use, combining the latest technologies of the computer, tablets and smartphones. Automated Trackers, the company behind the software, does all the set-up for it at no additional cost. Once it's set up, you'll get a simple training class that'll have you up and running in minutes. Best of all, this is the one construction management software package that truly is designed specifically to meet the needs of construction managers, and it isn't cluttered up with a lot of other accounting and customer relations management modules that do nothing to simplify construction scheduling. "I have built houses for years. This software looks and feels exactly like the paper schedules that builders use out in the field," said Automated Trackers Owner Danny LeBlanc, who MÓZ DESIGNS' GRAPHIX METAL COLLECTION INSPIRED BY TIMELESS TEXTILE DESIGNS Móz Designs, an innovator in decorative metal products, is announcing the release of the Graphix Metal Collection. Graphix combines Móz metal surfaces with a new line of graphic patterns, inspired by timeless textile designs, to create a multi-lay- ered product that can be used for panels, column covers, fixtures and signage. Graphix is designed for installation in corporate and commercial centers, hospitality venues, retail sites and healthcare facilities. A new Graphix Collection C o n stru c tio n Ma rke tp la c e Containers arrive constantly to replenish available stock, which means customers can have a custom kitchen without the wait. Custom colors and finishing options are available as well as an incredible selection of accessories and modifications. These are unheard of amenities in the realm of stock kitchens. Fabuwood has truly set the gold standard. Sixteen cabinetry lines undergo detailed inspections before being processed in any order, and hundreds of SKUs make thousands of kitchen combinations possible. Fabuwood's collections range in styles from classic to contemporary, traditional to timeless. It has a kitchen for every consumer. told him I'd give him a couple days to try it out. I didn't have my hopes up because he's so picky, but when I called back two days later he said they loved the system. To me, that was all the proof I needed." When asked why he likes the system and what differentiates it from others on the market, Peterson said there are many reasons, but two stick out in his mind: 1. Easy installation. According to Peterson, "I never had anybody even show me how to install it. I just grabbed it and went straight to work." 2. Savings. "Over the years I've found that the NuvoH2O system saves water, electricity and is just easier to use than traditional salt water softeners. I tell my clients when they go out of town on vacation to turn their water off. Then when they get back they have to reset alarms and recalibrate their water soften- will be in the Automated Trackers booth #C8409 during the International Builders Show. "What you hear over and over again from my competitors is that it was built by builders for builders. That's hogwash. It's usually a standard accounting program that doesn't operate the way builders need to operate. With SAM, you have a complete tactical view of your organization and you can send hundreds of scheduling notices with a mouse click and know that everyone got the message you intended to deliver." Now in its tenth year on the market, SAM is widely used throughout the construction industry precisely because it's easy to use and it eliminates construction delays and excuses. "SAM gives you the complete tactical view of your organiza- LookBook, featuring the entire series with installation ideas, can be viewed and downloaded from the Móz website at www.mozdesigns.com/spec_library/Moz GraphixLookbook.pdf. Among the new Graphix patterns are: Marrakesh, Serpentine, Loom, Morocco, Cosmos, Tabby and Flare. All patterns are highlighted with a subtle, textural grain. Luminous colors in a range of tones are available for an array of environments, from subtle and sophisticated to vibrant and trendy interiors. With various lines spanning its elegant Classic collection to its economical Value series, they are an easy favorite for landlords, designers and homeowners. Fabuwood is geared to debut three new lines at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show this February in Las Vegas. Its displays will feature concepts never before seen with stock cabinetry, and will introduce dealers to a wealth of new possibilities. Experience Fabuwood at KBIS booth #N2675 and see what kitchens truly can be. To find out more about Fabuwood and how to join its growing network of satisfied dealers, visit wwwfabuwood.com. er. With the NuvoH2O system you never have to recalibrate." According to Peterson, there are two types of plumbers: "There are the kind that own their own water softening company and are resistant to change for fear of losing business and the kind that don't like change and either don't trust new and improved products or feel like they're so simple that it can't possibly work," said Peterson. "Often in these cases, if a product is simple or appears to be simple it messes with their head and they can't get past it. I used to be one of these people until I discovered the NuvoH20 system." For more information, visit www.nuvowater.com, call 888-367-9542 or stop by IBS booth #C8102. tion," LeBlanc said. "No more, 'He said, she said,' in the field." SAM even includes real-time reporting, which eliminates the need to involve multiple people handling the data to produce the reports that construction managers need to direct projects efficiently. "We give them the eyes they need to do their job," LeBlanc said. "They're building houses blind if they don't have software in place. SAM can decrease build times on homes by 10 days, just by giving the project manager the tools to stay on schedule through every step of the construction process." For further information, visit Automated Trackers in booth #C8409. After the Builders Show, visit www.automatedtrackers.com. Graphix panels are available in 48-inch by 96-inch and 48-inch by 120-inch aluminum or corrugated aluminum sheets with thicknesses that range from .040 inches to .125 inches. Patterns can be installed vertically or horizontally. All Graphix patterns can also be specified on Móz ETA (easy to assemble) products, which include column covers, room dividers, art panels, table tops, and terrace and keyway wall systems. For more information or product samples, visit www.MozDesigns.com.