general Coatings Q&A with Polyglass By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Oct 2023 01:26:17 -0400 Full Article
general NanoTech Materials, Tesson Roofing Collaborate on Arizona ‘Cool Roof’ Initiative By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Jan 2024 07:00:00 -0500 NanoTech Materials has partnered with Tesson Roofing to form a joint venture called Cool Roof Coating Systems LLC, which plans to combat Arizona's summer heat. Full Article
general American Hydrotech Gets FM Approvals for its Garden Roof Assemblies By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500 Chicago's American Hydrotech, a Sika company, achieved FM Approvals for its Garden Roof Assemblies, ensuring reliability and eco-friendly benefits for urban spaces. Full Article
general GAF RUBEROID, GAFGLAS EnergyCap Granulated Membranes By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Apr 2024 14:27:18 -0400 GAF's new membranes combine cool roof initiatives with the durability of modified bitumen and the aesthetics of a solar reflective bright white surfaced roof. Full Article
general Nanotech Materials, Inc. Expands Texas Operation to Meet Demand By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0400 NanoTech Materials, Inc. announced a move to a new 42,000-square-foot Houston-area facility, marking a milestone in expanding its Cool Roof Coat production to meet high demand. Full Article
general The Best Roofs for Summer May Not Be Green By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400 A new University College London study found that white or reflective roofs, also known as “cool roofs,” reduce urban temperatures by up to 1.2 C (2.2 F), suggesting better relief than green roofs, especially during the hottest days. Full Article
general Philadelphia Gets Energy Dept. Grant to Promote ‘Cool Roof’ Benefits By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400 Philadelphia is set to receive a $1.3M federal grant from the Department of Energy to boost energy efficiency, including cool roof tests in areas most prone to the urban heat island effect. Full Article
general Big Box Store Chills Out with Cool Roof Coatings By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 How a Fortune 500 company reduced the need for frequent roof replacements and repairs while promoting sustainability with more energy-efficient materials. Full Article
general Confidence in Coatings By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2024 11:38:22 -0400 Economic conditions continue to provide roofing contractors with opportunities in coatings. Full Article
general The Facts About PVC Roofing Part I By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2024 09:16:25 -0400 The experts at Mule-Hide Products are bridging the information gap about PVC roofing for roofing contractors in this two-part series. Full Article
general Wade Shepherd of Westlake Royal Building Products Appointed to CRRC Board By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0400 Shepherd has contributed to the CRRC for over a decade, including the CRRC S100 Consensus Body since 2023 and 10 years as a Technical Committee member. Full Article
general IKO Launches New Dynasty Cool Colors Plus Shingle Line By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0400 IKO expands its Dynasty Cool Colors Plus line with five new shades that meet California's Cool Roof requirements, exceed reflectivity standards, boast impact resistance, and feature ArmourZone technology for high wind durability. Full Article
general AeroWeb Low-VOC Aerosol Contact Adhesive/Primer By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Sat, 25 Jan 2020 09:00:00 -0500 AeroWeb from Mule-Hide Products Co. adheres TPO and EPDM membranes to horizontal and vertical surfaces while delivering a quick flash time. Full Article
general myABCsupply Online Tool By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 10:09:00 -0500 MyABCsupply provides roofing contractors with an easy-to-use tool that gives ABC Supply customers 24/7 access to view the status of their orders and deliveries, including delivery photos. Full Article
general DensDefy Liquid Flashing from Georgia-Pacific By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 10:15:00 -0500 DensDefy Liquid Flashing is a part of Georgia-Pacific's first foray into water management, used to create an elastomeric flashing membrane that is highly durable and eliminates the need for joint reinforcing tape. Full Article
general Diablo Automatic Hot Air Welder from Zonda Tools By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 10:00:00 -0500 Zonda Tools has unveiled its Diablo Automatic Hot Air Welder, which runs at 4200 watts and can weld at temperatures up to 1,150 degrees Fahrenheit. Full Article
general F-WAVE Introduces New REVIA Hybrid Solar Roof Tiles at IRE 2020 By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 08:15:00 -0500 F-Wave's REVIA Hybrid Solar Roof Tiles are easy to install, eliminating the need for specialized labor and tools, and capture both photovoltaic and thermal energy. Full Article
general S-5! Launches New GripperFix System at IRE 2020 By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 10:00:00 -0500 S-5!'s new system boasts that it is quick and simple to install, lasts the life of the roof, maintains roof warranties and is less expensive than other mounting methods. Full Article
general SmartVent Intake/Exhaust Vent from IPS Roofing Products By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 31 Jan 2020 09:00:00 -0500 IPS Roofing Products' SmartVent features a shingle over design that makes roofing jobs quicker, easier and much more profitable. Full Article
general Equipter Introduces RB2500 Self-Propelled Dump Container By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 07:00:00 -0500 Equipter's new dump container was designed to fit into tighter spaces than its larger counterparts, and is capable of holding up to 2,500 lbs. Full Article
general Owens Corning Virtual IRE Booth at a Glance By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Mar 2021 12:23:00 -0500 Owens Corning spotlights its shingle performance, technologies and contractor education in its virtual booth during the International Roofing Expo's Virtual Edition. Full Article
general JobNimbus Announces Upcoming Release of Innovative New App By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Aug 2021 11:06:00 -0400 A Beta version of JobNimbus' new app will be available to see at the 2021 International Roofing Expo. Full Article
general Owens Corning Introduces PINK Next Gen FIBERGLAS By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -0400 Owens Corning's Pink Next Gen Fiberglas Insulation combines trusted thermal and acoustic performance with easier installation and superior sustainability. Full Article
general DuPont Tedlar Introduces PVF Laminated Metal Roofing Panels By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -0400 DuPont Tedlar laminated panels combine resistance to fading, chalking, cracking, and blistering caused by UV exposure for an overall robust product for commercial and residential applications alike. Full Article
general The RIDGEPRO Brings its Safety Message to International Roofing Expo 2021 By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Aug 2021 09:48:52 -0400 Whether you need just one roof anchor system or hundreds to help keep your workers safe, stop by Booth #2623 and let RIDGEPRO know your requirements. Full Article
general S-5! Launches New WindClamp 2X By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -0400 The new WindClamp2X are small aluminum clamps placed over the roof’s seam at designated intervals to prevent male-to-female seam separation and/or seam separation from the roof’s mounting clip. Full Article
general Georgia-Pacific Building Products Introduces Coverboard Education Video Series By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Aug 2021 09:05:00 -0400 Each video in the series will focus on one of four dimensions of durability that roofing contractors should expect from their coverboard, referencing testing methods and results. Full Article
general Roofing Shingles from PABCO Roofing Products By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0400 PABCO Roofing manufactures a broad line of asphalt shingles to meet the unique needs of homeowners throughout the Western U.S. Full Article
general Westlake Royal Building Products Debuts New Brand and Roofing Lines at 2022 International Roofing Expo By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Feb 2022 15:30:17 -0500 Westlake Royal Roofing brings together the portfolios of the former Boral® North America roofing and DaVinci® Roofscapes lines to the 2022 IRE. Full Article
general Westlake Royal Building Products Introduces SwiftGuard Roof Underlayment By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:02:06 -0500 Westlake Royal Building Products introduced SwiftGuard, a synthetic roofing underlayment for steel, tile, shingle and shake roofing. Full Article
general Owens Corning Spotlights Solutions, Resources and Strategies to Propel Roofing Contractors’ Success in 2022 By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Feb 2022 09:11:05 -0500 The Owens Corning booth at IRE highlights roofing products that fuse high-performance with beauty and style. Full Article
general GAF Showcases Innovations for Commercial, Residential Contractors at International Roofing Expo By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Feb 2022 09:19:33 -0500 Full Article
general JobNimbus Set to Showcase Enhanced Feature Functionality at the 2022 International Roofing Expo By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Feb 2022 12:47:55 -0500 Using the improved features, JobNimbus customers will see increased mobility for faster bids, scheduling, and payments. Full Article
general ABC Supply to Celebrate 40th Anniversary and Showcase Enhancements to myABCsupply at 2022 International Roofing Expo in New Orleans By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Feb 2022 17:19:04 -0500 The 2022 IRE kicks off ABC Supply’s 40th anniversary celebration happening throughout 2022. Full Article
general Viking Rolls Out New Single-Ply Membrane Line for Roof Replacement By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Mar 2023 09:57:51 -0500 New single-ply membranes for roof replacement by Viking Products offers more options to roofing contractors. Full Article
general 671 Karna-Seal Silicone White Roof Sealant By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0500 671 Karna-Seal Silicone White Roof Sealant resists weathering, hardening, chalking, and cracking and can be used to repair all roof types. IRE Booth #5725. Full Article
general Project Profile: IMPs from Metl-Span Deliver Energy, Worker Efficiency By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 26 May 2022 09:00:00 -0400 Insulated metal panels proved to be the solution for an Ontario company looking to create temperature-controlled facilities for its workers. Full Article
general Project Profile: Allina Health Mercy Hospital By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 27 May 2022 09:00:00 -0400 Four different roof plans were created for the project and took Central Roofing Company nearly three years to complete the roofing work. Full Article
general Project Profile: Medallion-Lok Protects New Elementary School in Growing Missouri District By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0400 Learn why contractors chose to install 82,000 square feet of McElroy Metal’s 24-gauge Medallion-Lok 16-inch standing seam metal roofing for a school district's eighth prototype building. Full Article
general Project Profile: Contractor Selects Polyglass Underlayment During Cypress Cove Metal Roof Project By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Jul 2022 16:52:08 -0400 The Cypress Cove project involved installing a snap lock metal roofing system across a series of complex roofing structures — more than 500,000 square feet of surface in total. Full Article
general Project Profile: New Jersey School District Enters Net-Zero Revolution with SolarEdge PV Rooftop Installation By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Jul 2022 13:53:20 -0400 The SolarEdge DC-optimized systems are forecast to reduce carbon emissions by the equivalent of 1,500 tons of coal burned, or 171 homes’ electricity use per year. Full Article
general Project Profile: McElroy Metal Adds Solar to Fifth Manufacturing Facility with 238T Roof Re-cover By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0400 A combination of McElroy Metal’s 238T 24-gauge Galvalume Plus roofing panels and S-5! clamps helped create a 145-kilowatt photovoltaic system for a McElroy Metal facility in Michigan. Full Article
general Project Profile: Victorian-Style Roof Earns 2022 ARMA Gold Award By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0400 Black Hills Exteriors wins high praise again for preserving characteristics of Queen Anne Victorian-style home while providing unique curb appeal. Full Article
general Project Profile: Old-Fashioned Style and a Cost-Saving Twist By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 A Florida-based contractor took a different approach to reroofing ABCO Products’ facilities that not only saved on installation time, but thousands in project costs. Full Article
general Project Profile: STINGER Cap Nail System Helps Protect Historic Rhode Island Beach House By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0400 To help restore a historic home that withstood a century of storms and saltwater, a Rhode Island roofing contractor turned to STINGER to protect its roof from what the coastline throws at it. Full Article
general Project Profile: Multi-Ply Roofing System Protects Downtown Miami Apartment By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0400 M3 Roofing in Miami took on a 6,000 square-foot reroofing with the help of Polyglass' multi-ply roofing system. Full Article
general Project Profile: Rock Steady By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Roofers showcase their professionalism and problem-solving ability working high above the historic Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Full Article
general Wedge Roofing Demonstrates the Value in Refurbishing Commercial Roofs with Silicone Coating By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Wedge Roofing proves that taking a closer look and considering different options for metal roofs can save on labor and costs for the customer. Full Article
general Project Profile: Eleven Towers Above Minneapolis Skyline By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -0400 A total of 10,000 square feet of roofing was involved in the Eleven project, which had to be coordinated vertically in a small footprint. Full Article
general Project Profile: Pennsylvania Community Center IMPs Provide Right Temperature By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0500 Metl-Span panels for the roof and walls not only created a beautiful community center, but regulates the temperature for various activities held there. Full Article