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Wallace F. "Wally" Taylor
Founder, Previous Owner of W. F. Taylor Co., Inc., Adhesives, Fontana, California 92337
Wallace F. "Wally" Taylor died September 22, 2011 at the age of 84, his wife Julia Taylor was at his side.
Wally as he was affectionately called in the industry was a pioneer in the formulation of adhesives for the floorcovering industry with the advent of glue down carpet applications. Ever the serial entrepreneur the Taylor Co., also became a market force in tackless strip, hot melt tape and tool manufacturing. These product lines were eventually sold to other flooring accessory entities and are still sold today.
Wally served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and returned after his service and received his degree in Chemistry from the University of Arizona. He worked for several large adhesives manufacturers before forming the W. F. Taylor Co., Inc., in 1977.
Wally later sold the company to a British Holding Company, Reed publishing in 1984. The company was later purchased by current Chairman, John E. (Jack) Raidy, Sr., in 1989 from Williams Holding, another subsequent British owner and today remains a family run company. "Wally left a strong legacy to build upon and was viewed as a consummate gentleman by our customers and employees. He has remained a valued resource over the years", remarked Jack Raidy, Sr.
During Wally's retirement he enjoyed mountain climbing around the world and ran many marathon races. He also repaired antique clocks and played poker. Wally is survived by his wife, son and daughter and several step children and many grandchildren. Wally will be missed by his family and many friends.
Media Contact
Jack Raidy, Jr.
W. F. Taylor Co., Inc.
11545 Pacific Avenue
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Greetings!
Welcome to the FIANA October Newsletter. Thank you to everyone who attended the 17th Annual Fiana Convention & Trade Show. It was very well attended and a great success. We look forward to seeing everyone next year in Orlando Florida.
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FIANA 17th Annual Convention Trade Show A Success
 This year's FLOOR INSTALLATION ASSOCIATION OF NORTH AMERICA'S convention held in Kansas City' was well attended by the FIANA membership. Overall attendance was up slightly, but more encouragingly, there were ten new manufactures attending and exhibiting at the trade show, and six new distributor companies attending the convention.
Three networking sessions were held Thursday afternoon covering the subjects of sales compensation, vendor requirements by distributors, and a review of the recent association membership survey.
On Friday morning, the General Business session was held with a presentation and update of the FIANA University training program, an internet training program for distributor member employees on product and proper installation methods.
Also announced, was the opportunity for members to offer their interest in being on the Board of Directors of the association. If interested please contact gary.verhey@fiana.org. The association is looking for one manufacturer and one distributor to be considered for board appointment.
A great slate of speakers set the tone on Friday morning, for the current flooring industry trends with Jon Trivers. Following was a presentation on changes in channel distribution during these trying economic times with Mike Marks, and humor in communication with Todd Hunt. Mike Marks power point presentation is available click the link here to download the presentation now. Then click on the link in the article called A Bright New Future.
60 booths opened at noon on Friday and again on Saturday morning until noon, for distributors to view new products, methods and ideas, along with quality time for relationship networking between the manufacturers and distributors. Being a trade show, special purchasing opportunities were offered to all distributors in attendance.
The 18th annual convention/trade show will be held September 13-14-15, 2012 in Orlando Florida at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress. Hope to see you there.
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Fiana University Adds New Training Course
 FUTURA Industries has submitted a course through the FIANA University/Blue Volt web based training program.  This is an excellent training course for all distributor personnel, describing and showing all types of metal and vinyl moldings available for the trimming of all types of floor covering materials. The course also makes note of the various names that the particular trims are called in the industry. This course is a must for all distributor sales associates. Go To Blue Volt Now To Train |
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Dustroyer Negative Air Machine From Taylor Tools
 For Release: IMMEDIATELY Contact: Keith Papulski (303) 371-7667 email: kpapulski@taylor tools.com "DUSTROYER" Negative Air Machine Eliminates Air-Borne Dust Particles The new DUSTROYER from Taylor Tools satisfies ever-tightening clean-air requirements by quickly and easily removing air-borne dust, including dangerous free silica, from enclosed worksites. By creating a negative air-pressure internal vacuum, the DUSTROYER draws in dust-contaminated air which is then filtered. The cleaned dust-free air is then emitted through the flexible duct. A powerful 2-speed, 2HP motor provides a consistent flow rate of up to 2000 cubic feet/minute. The DUSTROYER is made with a virtually indestructible seamless, high-density polyethylene shell. The DUSTROYER is available with either a general purpose filter or a .3 micron H.E.P.A. filter. The H.E.P.A. model is also availabe with an audible and visual alarm to notify the operator when the filter requires replacement. For more information, contact: Keith Papulski, Taylor Tools, 5045 Paris St., Denver, CO 80239. Phone: 303-371-7667, FAX: 303-371-7669. website: www.taylortools.com. Email: kpapulski@taylortools.com.
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Big D To Distribute Johnsonite In West & Southwest
 Johnsonite announces the appointment of Big D Floor Covering Supplies as a strategic distribution partner in the West and Southwest markets. Bid D offers a strong supply network with long, well-established customer relationships. Carmen Pastore, Johnsonite evp, stated,  "Big D and Johnsonite's core values and approach to the service of the customer are so aligned that we feel very fortunate to be able to call them our new strategic partner, and we look forward to a long and successful future."
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Sincerely,
Gary Verhey
President
Floor Installation Association of North America
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