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Construction Marketplace 5 7 Wednesday, January 11, 2017 by Glenda Everard and her daughter, Deanne Sandvold, with just one product, the EZSHAMPOO. Two years later, EZ- ACCESS introduced aluminum portable ramps to its product line. In 1988, son Don Everard joined the family business, bringing marketing expertise with him. The trio was the driving force behind the expansion of the ramp market, having pioneered the industry through the mar- keting and manufacturing of EZ- ACCESS portable wheelchair ramps. The introduction of modular ramps in 2002 opened the door for new markets and opportunities to improve existing ramp products. To meet these new demands, manufacturing was brought in- house, giving the company better quality and cost control, while allowing the engi- neering team to continue designing the most advanced products. In 2013, the Passport Vertical Platform Lift was added to the product line, providing another access solution besides ramps. Vehicle lifts were an addi- tion for 2015, further rounding out the product line offering. Today, EZ-ACCESS is one of the world's leading producers of durable, high-quality mobility access and per- sonal care products. From portable entry mats to durable scooter and power chair lifts, EZ-ACCESS provides a diverse array of products to address accessibility issues of any size. The focus of the company's product line is to provide flexible and adaptable solu- tions that can meet the changing and ongoing needs of clients. EZ-ACCESS operates out of two locations. Headquarters and West Coast manufacturing are located in Algona, EZ-ACCESS (Cont'd. from p. 1) Washington, 15 miles south of Seattle. East Coast manufacturing is located in Morganfield, Kentucky, where the com- pany reinforces its family-based philoso- phy with customers, employees and the community alike. The two manufacturing facilities enable faster and less expensive deliveries across the nation to all of the company's customers. The EZ-ACCESS customer service team listens to clients' needs and works as a team to offer the most effective accessibility solutions. The company conducts on-going trainings to ensure that its staff offers a customer service experience that is a true one-stop call. EZ-ACCESS also maintains an informative and interactive website for dealers and end users. A Dealer Portal provides 24/7 access to tools to help grow your business, while the weekly blog shares valuable tips for access, mobility and more. Additional calcula- tors and tools are also available to help find the ideal ramp or access solution. Employees are treated like family members, and EZ-ACCESS and its employees donate time and equipment to support their community. The company is dedicated to its family-based heritage and to being the premier provider of mobility access products. EZ-ACCESS products are designed to the highest quality standards and are tested for safety and durability. To demonstrate its dedication to the product line and its confidence in its durability, the company offers a lifetime warranty for all residential ramps. Visit EZ-ACCESS at booth #S1447. For more information, go to www .ezaccess.com, call 800.451.1903 or email customerservice@ezaccess.com. quality, most competitive prices and most importantly, customer satisfaction. Saunacore products, in our opinion and based on our customer satisfaction, are of outstanding quality, durability, safety and excellent reliability. Saunacore prides itself on handcrafting quality products and having all products CSA approved to meet Canadian and U.S. safety standards. Our team will also assist you in pricing projects, knowledge assistance and tech- nical assistance. CM: How does your product tie in with builders? RN: In today's world, more and more people are looking for unique products that complement their lifestyle, be it for their personal tastes and demands or for work or play facilities. People are also more aware and proactive to maintain a healthy lifestyle, and a sauna and steam is a true contribution to this. As builders working with Saunacore, you will be able to provide your clients with the popular choice of adding a sauna or steam to their new construction or renovation. Saunacore's vast product range will allow either residential or commercial projects to enhance their services to the users. CM: Can Saunacore custom build? RN: At Saunacore, we specialize in cus- tom built saunas. Many people want to stand out from the rest and show their unique style in either their homes, gym, yoga studio or clinic. This is also the case when it comes to sauna lovers. Sauna lovers want a sauna that reflects their needs, yet stands out from the rest to show their individuality. Many people Saunacore (Cont'd. from p. 1) have the misconception that the box-style saunas found across the internet market and in big-box stores are the only ones available, and this is definitely not the case. Many choices are available, and the options to allow for unique cutting edge design and build of saunas are endless. Saunacore offers a variety of alternatives that are sure to meet any consumer demands and specifications. Many times, pre-built modular saunas may not be an option, because the consumers' plans may already have a fixed space allocated for the sauna with pre-existing walls. In this case, the con- sumer will need something to be built on site. The alternative choice is a Do-It- Yourself (DIY) sauna kit. A DIY sauna material kit provides everything the builder needs to build directly on site. This is a relief to many builders, contrac- tors, architects, homeowners and design- ers that are working with fixed spaces. In many cases, this applies to new condo projects, health facilities, community centers or residential spaces that may convert an existing space into a sauna – a cold cellar, a closet, etc. CM: Does Saunacore ship worldwide? RN: Saunacore has a trouble-free ship- ping department that will allow for inter- national shipments to be smooth and worry-free. For U.S. shipments, we have our own broker and can arrange shipping and broker paperwork. We also have drop ship service of shipping directly to either the site or home to allow for faster deliv- ery times. We also welcome the use of customer preferred shipping carriers. Visit Saunacore at booth #S1036. For more information, go to www.sauna core.com, call 800.361.9485 or email info@saunacore.com. industry leader and expert in performing technical evaluations for product manu- facturers, engineers, architects and speci- fiers looking to have their innovative building and plumbing products evaluat- ed and certified for code compliance. CM: What is product certification? SM: Product certification is a review of products against a standard, a criteria or a code to ensure continuous compliance of products. Certification steps include review of products, periodic inspection of plants (by an ISO/IEC17020 accredited agency), and periodic review of submitted informa- tion against new or revised standards. CM: What accreditation does ICC-ES have? SM: ICC-ES is accredited as a product certifier by both the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the Standards Council of Canada (SCC). ICC- ES reports are the most trusted and accept- ed reports by code officials providing greater acceptance of building products. CM: What are the benefits of having an ICC-ES Evaluation Report (ESR)? SM: ESRs are key to entering the U.S. marketplace for domestic and foreign man- ufacturers. Code officials trust and rely on ICC-ES reports, because they allow them to rapidly approve products with confi- dence and peace of mind. They are evi- dence to prove your product complies with code and standards, with the ICC-ES brand backing the code compliance of the prod- uct. It reduces regulatory barriers and allows new and innovative products to be used in construction projects. CM: What sets ICC-ES Apart? ICC Evaluation Service (Cont'd. from p. 1) SM: ICC-ES upholds the highest stan- dards for safety and reliability, and pro- vides a one-stop shop for the evaluation, listing and now testing of innovative build- ing products through our newly formed cooperation with Innovation Research Labs, a highly respected ISO 17025 accredited testing lab with over 50 years of experience. It is the only entity with direct contact with IBC/IRC code development staff, and ICC-ES is the only evaluation service entity who is a part of an entity (International Code Council ® ) who pub- lishes the building code for the nation. It has the highest quality of product review: evaluations are conducted by licensed pro- fessional engineers in a variety of disci- plines (Structural, Mechanical, Civil, Fire etc.), and ICC-ES is the only agency accredited to evaluate products to the requirements of its Acceptance Criteria. About ICC-ES A nonprofit, limited liability company, ICC-ES is the United States' leading eval- uation service for innovative building materials, components and systems. ICC- ES Evaluation Reports (ESRs), Building Product Listings and PMG Listings pro- vide evidence that products and systems meet requirements of codes and technical standards. The ICC-ES Environmental Programs issue VAR environmental reports that verify a product meets specific sustainability targets defined by today's codes, standards, green rating systems and ICC-ES environmental criteria. The Environmental Programs now offer Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), to meet global market demand for science-based, transparent, quality-assured information about a product's environmen- tal performance. ICC-ES is a subsidiary of the International Code Council (ICC). Visit ICC-ES at IBS booth #W6283 and KBIS booth #W681. For more informa- tion, go to www.icc-es.org. Lowe's is building deeper relation- ships with professional customers across both the construction and trade and main- tenance and property management indus- tries by making it simpler to do business together. From LowesforPros.com, to dedicat- ed pro specialists in stores, to account executives serving regional and national businesses for a seamless experience across multiple stores, Lowe's is a true business partner to professional cus- tomers across the country. Lowe's listened to its customers and introduced new products and services to address the opportunities and challenges facing their businesses. Through its partnership with home Lowe's (Cont'd. from p. 1) improvement services marketplace Porch.com, it is adding additional value to its Pro customers by helping them gen- erate new leads and grow their business. Lowe's store associates can now help customers find home improvement pro- fessionals for nearly any service, includ- ing painters, handymen and landscapers. It encourages all of its Pro customers to sign up for a free account. Lowe's also offers buy in bulk pricing on products Pro customers frequently buy, a dedicated Pro phone line in every store for quicker access to dedicated Pro cus- tomer support and additional opportunities for savings, including an everyday 5 per- cent discount for business credit holders. For more information, visit booth #W2970 and www.lowesforpros.com.