2007 Media Releases & Alerts
Building Product Research & Development Expert Joins NAHB Research Center
as Applied Technology Director
August 29, 2007, Upper Marlboro, Md. - The NAHB Research Center announced
today the addition of John B. Peavey, a seasoned product research and
development expert, as its new Director of Applied Technology. Peavey’s broad
experience will help advance the Research Center’s mission to promote
innovation in housing technology to improve the durability, affordabilty, and
environmental performance of homes and home building products.
"I am pleased to welcome John to our management team," said Michael Luzier,
president of the NAHB Research Center. "His distinguished background and
experience in the product manufacturing sector provides a unique perspective
and valuable knowledge base that will contribute greatly to the Research
Center's growth as a full-service product commercialization company."
Peavey brings over 13 years of experience leading and managing product
development, research, testing programs, and capital expansion projects for
product manufacturers. As the Director of Applied Technology, he is responsible
for managing the activities of the engineers working on the Partnership for
Advancing Technology in Housing (PATH) program's field evaluations, overseeing
the ToolBase Services information dissemination program, and developing
manufacturer services that focus on the individual product development needs of
Research Center clients.
Prior to joining the Research Center, Peavey's most recent work included
managing research and development projects for LP, Masco Corporation, and
CertainTeed. As both project manager and product engineer for these companies,
he developed fiberglass-reinforced composite fencing and decking; designed and
tested bath and shower products; commercialized innovative fascia board and
railing products; and participated in the development of test protocols for
deck and railing products. Other professional experience includes mechanical
engineering work focused on laboratory and plant expansion projects for 3M.
Educated at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Peavey received an
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and a B.S. in (Building Technology) Art and
Design.
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