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Mortar Net Solutions teams with SBS Construction Products

Words: Art FoxSBS Construction Products, LLC and Mortar Net Solutions, Inc. are pleased to announce that effective immediately SBS Construction Products will represent Mortar Net Solutions in Arizona and Nevada.

Mortar Net Solutions is the leader in developing and providing moisture management solutions for masonry construction. In its over 20 year history Mortar Net Solutions has introduced multiple innovations to improve the sustainability and performance of masonry structures. Among the products introduced are: MortarNet, a breakthrough in mortar collection devices; WallDefender, the lowest cost mortar collection device; BlockFlash, the most effective moisture control solution for single wythe concrete masonry unit structures; and TotalFlash, the first integrated flashing and drainage solution for cavity wall masonry construction. The company’s most recent innovation is LathNet, the first integrated metal lath/drainage product for use with adhered masonry veneer, including manufactured stone and stucco.

“Mortar Net is pleased to add its name to the industry leaders represented by SBS, “said Mortar Net’s president, Gary R. Johnson. He continued, “The technical expertise, industry knowledge, and focus on total solutions for wall systems that Steve Besendorfer and Jonathan Hess bring fit well with Mortar Net’s approach. We are confident they will bring excellent service and support to the design professionals specifying and to the masons installing our products.”

Steve Besendorfer commented, “We are pleased to add the Mortar Net line to our offering of masonry products. They are an important, well established supplier of moisture control products with a strong record of quality, service and innovation. Their products, reputation and approach will increase the ability of SBS to serve its customers. Jonathan Hess added, “I will focus on Nevada, especially Las Vegas. We see a strong need for Mortar Net products in this area and I’m enthusiastic about starting this relationship with Mortar Net.”

SBS Construction Products is an independent rep agency founded in March 2004 representing quality constructions for the concrete and flooring industry. They are a company that uses the relationships established over the past 20 years to create value for their vendors and the customers. Steve and Jonathan focus on product training to educate their customers to make them aware of the newest product innovations. They work directly with architects and contractors to develop their product specifications.

For more information about Mortar Net Solutions and SBS Construction Products, please visit www.mortarnet.com.
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