Doug's Take on Things –
Looking Ahead with Kuiken Brothers
As the winter months approach, take the time to plan your
strategy for 2005. Kuiken Brothers has a lot to offer that
we are excited about and hope you will be too.
Mark November 4th for the KB Product
Expo 2004. With over 25 of the industry’s leading
vendors showing off their wares, you will be able to learn
all about the latest trends and products to hit the market
place. This is a great chance to meet up with friends and
Kuiken associates you haven’t had a chance to see during
the past year.
Keep an eye out for Volume 5 of the Moulding & Millwork
Catalog which will be available in the beginning of November.
We’ve added
a few mouldings this year that we think you’ll be
pleased with. Visit any of our six lumber locations or show
up at the Expo and pick up an updated
copy while you’re there. You can also access all of
these mouldings on our new and improved web site.
We realized that it was time for a change to our web site
and have spent the last few months giving the site a complete
makeover. We are sure you will be able to see the difference.
Some of the features include:
Also, sign-up to receive
this and all future editions of Contractor Connection via
email. At Kuiken Brothers we realize how important your time
is and we are doing our best to make things as easy as possible
for you. Please take a look at our new web site and see how
we can make your job easier and more productive.
We are excited about 2005 and look forward to helping you
grow your business. We have some exciting new events
and promotions planned for 2005, so keep in touch with
us to find the latest details. And as always, please feel
free to contact me with comments or suggestions at (201) 652-1000
or via email at doug@KuikenBrothers.com.
Sincerely,
Douglas R. Kuiken
President
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What’s New At Elmwood Supply… Blue Ribbon Panel
  For
great results, versatility, and ease of installation Sequentia’s
StructoGlas® FRP, Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic Panels
are the hands-down winner in its category. Engineered to be
one of the most durable panels on the market, StructoGlas®
FRP is impact resistant. Its textured surface resists scratches
and won’t dent like metal. It is virtually unaffected
by thermal shock with no loss of strength over a wide range
of temperatures (-65°F to 135°F). It never needs painting
and is available in eight popular factory fi nishes. And because
StructoGlas® FRP is also mold and mildew, stain and bacteria
resistant and even impermeable by fumes and gases, it is USDA/FSIS
approved making it perfect for use in commercial kitchens
where sanitary conditions and ease of cleaning are paramount.
 StructoGlas®
FRP installs easily with either fasteners or adhesive. Because
it does not absorb moisture, it resists shrinkage and expansion.
StructoGlas® FRP is great for:
- Commercial Kitchens
- Public Restrooms
- Car Washes
- Garages
- Workshops
- Laundry Rooms
- Baths
- Food Processing Areas
- Nursing Homes
- Schools and Day Care Centers
- Locker Rooms
- Storage Sheds
- Animal Enclosures
- Ceilings
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Woodwright™ Windows by Andersen®
Premium New Construction and Replacement Windows for Traditional
Homes
Do The Wright Thing By Us,
and We’ll Do The Wright Thing By You!
For every $5,000 in premium Woodwright™ windows from
Kuiken Brothers, between 9/1/04 and 11/30/04, you’ll
earn $100 in credit toward your next purchase of Woodwright™
windows from Kuiken Brothers.
Stop by any of our 6 locations
and ask a member of our sales team for more
details.
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New Site Gives Customers a Better View of Products &
Services
Kuiken Brothers new web site is better than ever! While
we offer extensive hours to give you personalized service,
kuikenbrothers.com is there when we can’t be! Do your
research at night or on the weekends in the comfort of your
own home.
Register for the “Members
Only” section of our site and gain access to your
account balance, payment history and specific invoice pricing.
You can even place orders or create estimates.
With direct links to manufacturer’s web sites, you no
longer need to carry around product brochures and catalogs
to show your customers. Direct them to our website so they
can browse the products at their own leisure and decide what
works best in their homes.
We realize that when you stop by to visit us in person you
might not have the time to learn about the special promotions
and events we offer. That’s why we created the “Promos
& Events” tab where you can learn all about
the exciting things we have to offer to help you grow your
business. Log-on to the new Kuiken Brothers web site today
and see the tomorrow of Kuiken online.
Updated Moulding and Millwork
Catalog is Available on New Web Site.
It’s everything our paper catalog is, only better.
Simply click on the type of moulding that you want and get
sizes and availability instantly. It’s that easy. And
if you need to show moulding to a customer, print a page or
even a section of our catalog for easy reference on a sales
call or on the job site. Architects and interior designers
can utilize this section to download CAD files directly to
blueprints. Click
here to go to the new moulding section of our site.
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Product Expo
Kuiken Brothers and Elmwood Supply, along with Andersen
Windows and Georgia-Pacific, are offering architects and designers
a special preview and learning opportunity when you visit
Product Expo ’04 at a special time exclusively for architects
and designers. We will be offering two AIA credit approved
seminars during our special preview. Register to attend one
or both by contacting Ryan Mulkeen, Kuiken Brothers Director
of Marketing, at 201-652-1000 ext. 375 or rmulkeen@ KuikenBrothers.com.
Come for the seminars and preview then stay for the entire
Expo ’04.
2PM—5PM: AIA Seminars, Expo Preview and light refreshments
1:00—2:30: G-P Seminar – Engineered Lumber
This AIA approved seminar will earn one learning credit. Learn
about engineered beams, I-joists, rimboard, new G-P products
and engineering software.
3:00—4:30: Andersen® Seminar – Safety Glazing
101
This AIA approved seminar will earn one learning credit. We
will also cover Andersen Woodwright Windows and KML Architectural
Windows and Doors.
5PM—9PM
• Dozens of exhibitors
• Product demos throughout the show
• Free food and beverages
• Lots of door prizes
• Cash bar all evening
Stay on the cutting edge of what’s happening in the
industry, earn AIA credit and have a really great time. Mark
your calendar now for Product Expo ’04. Click
here for full information.
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No Need To Hibernate This Winter
 As
the colder months approach, it’s time to take a closer
look at the projects you are considering to carry your business
through the winter. Interior renovations are the obvious choice.
These can include anything from kitchens, baths, finishing
basements, or simply selling and installing a trim package.
If kitchens are in your sights this winter, Kuiken Brothers
Kitchen & Bath (KBKB) has what you need. Stop by one of
our strategically located kitchen showrooms (Emerson,
Warwick, Ogdensburg) and browse what we have to offer.
Don’t have time to stop by yourself? Feel free to
have your customers visit us so they can get a sense of what
these kitchens will really look and feel like. Our fully trained
staff is always available to answer any questions that may
arise.
Whatever interior projects you may be considering, you have
a partner in Kuiken Brothers. Take advantage of the resources
we have to offer and get in out of the weather. Let us help
you make this a very profitable winter remodeling season.
Hours:
Monday – Friday 7:00am-5:00pm
Saturday – 7:00am-12:00pm
Anytime by appointment
Remember there’s still
time to get a FREE kitchen in 2005!
Ask for details at any KBKB showroom on how you can accumulate
money off your first kitchen purchase of 2005 up to the cost
of an entire kitchen!
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