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:
- Review Your Bill on line
- Downloadable CAD files of each of our KB mouldings
- Promotions and Events Listing
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
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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.
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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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Kuiken Brothers has been providing professional service and the highest quality building materials to builders and remodelers since 1912. Our commitment to be the leading supplier of lumber millwork and building materials in the markets we serve has enabled us to build lifelong relationships with our professional customers.
Kuiken Brothers offers our architect customers a wide range of support and services to assist in the design aspect of remodeling and new construction projects. Our team has many years of industry experience, factory training and close relationships with our network of suppliers to ensure you get the answers and products you need to keep your projects runnnig smoothly.
Kuiken Brothers is a great source for inspiration and advice for your new home or remodeling project. We offer a wide range of building materials, windows and doors, mouldings and more. Visit our showrooms to start a project, meet with your contractor during the project for final product selection to ensure you get exactly what you want.
Service, quality and experience are all attributes that you receive when working with the team at Kuiken Brothers. We offer the highest quality products for your home improvement projects, including decking, window and door replacement, drywall repair, insulation, kitchen remodel, moulding and millwork upgrades and more.