Roofing Contractor articles from April 2003

Roofing Contractor archives from April 2003

Editor's note.
April 1, 2003... This is an edited version of a letter sent to the producers of "The Mullet Bros.," a television show in the works at UPN. Dear Sirs and Madam: This letter is written to bring a few points to your attention in light of your upcoming...

Carlisle Coatings and Waterproofing acquires Miradri. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Carlisle Coatings and Waterproofing, Wylie, Texas, a division of Carlisle SynTec, announced the acquisition of the Miradri business and related assets from Ten Cate Nicolon. The transaction finalized on October 3, 2002, and the integration was...

N.B. Handy to open new Orlando location. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... N.B. Handy Co., Lynchburg, Va., recently opened a new branch facility in Longwood, Fla., (just north of Orlando). The new facility, the company's 13th, will be a distribution base for Carlisle SynTec Inc. and other roofing- related products....

Garland honored as one of Ohio's best places to work. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... The Garland Co., Cleveland, was recently honored, for the third consecutive year, as one of the best places to work in northeast Ohio. The North-Coast 99 award is hosted by the Employment Resource Council. The ERC is northeast Ohio's largest...

Versico celebrates 10th anniversary. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Versico Inc., Akron, Ohio, announced its 10th anniversary and the kick-off of a year long celebration at the National Roofing Contractors Association's 116th annual convention in New Orleans. Versico offers a wide range of EPDM and TPO...

Elk to build new roofing plant. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Elk Corp., Dallas, announced that it will build a 415,000-square-foot asphalt roofing products manufacturing facility contiguous to its existing facility in Tuscaloosa, Ala. The $75 million, state-of-the-art plant will employ up to 125 people...

MetalWorks opens new Seattle warehouse. (Industry News).(US)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... MetalWorks, Moon Township, Pa., has opened a warehouse in Seattle, creating distribution channels for the northwestern United States and the western provinces of Canada. The new facility will serve Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Montana and the...

Uniflex completes CRRC reflectance tests. (Industry News).(on acrylic elastomeric coating, US)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Uniflex Roofing Systems, Medina, Ohio, in accordance with the requirements of the Cool Roof Rating Council, announced that it completed the CRRC solar reflectance and thermal emittance measurements as tested by a CRRC-approved independent...

Redesigned Web site. (Industry News).(GAF Materials Corp., US)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... GAF Materials Corp., Wayne, N.J., has redesigned its Web site, making it more user-friendly for homeowners and property owners. For property owners, the Web site offers factual information, helpful maintenance instructions and tips on how to...

NRCA elects 2003-04 officers. (NRCA News).(National Roofing Contractors Association, US)
April 1, 2003... During its 116th annual convention and exhibit, the National Roofing Contractors Association elected its new officers. Terms begin June 1. John Gooding, chairman of the board of Gooding, Simpson & Mackes Inc., Ephrata, Pa., was elected...

NRCA urges 108th Congress to pass association health plan. (NRCA News).(National Roofing Contractors Association, US)
April 1, 2003... NRCA is calling on Congress to quickly pass the Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2003 (HR 660). Introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on Feb. 11, with a companion bill soon to follow in the Senate, the measure is supported...

Workplace Partnership for Life. (NRCA News).(National Roofing Contractors Assn. joins to encourge organ and blood donations, US)
April 1, 2003... NRCA, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, has joined the nationwide effort to increase the number of organ, tissue, marrow and blood donations through the Workplace Partnership for Life program. The program...

Dealing with third-party objections: how to be a nice guy and still get the sale. (Measuring Up).(US)
April 1, 2003... I frequently write articles on fairly broad business topics. This can be quite helpful when looking at the big picture but sometimes it is better to talk about one subject and focus on training in that specific area. I am going to dedicate this...

Roofing professionals eagerly await Lamarite shingle introduction. (The TAMKO Times).(US)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... JOPLIN MISSOURI--"What have you heard about Lamarite?" That's the question everyone seems to be asking as the highly anticipated introduction of Lamarite shingles approaches. Representatives of TAMKO Roofing Products, Inc. recently announced...

The pros and cons of going into business for yourself--Part 1. (Smart Business).(US)
April 1, 2003... Most of the articles in this column are aimed at the owners and managers of roofing contractor firms in this industry. However, this begins a series of three articles that are even more pertinent to field crews than bosses. Consider sharing it...

Carefully review contract clauses. (Legally Speaking).(US)
April 1, 2003... There is a growing trend by general contractors, large and small, to develop terms and conditions for subcontractors to protect themselves from a wide range of liabilities and problems. Generally speaking, most subcontractors either do not read...

Roof system design standards. (Technical Details).(US)
April 1, 2003... The design standards that are referenced in bid documents are important for proper roof application. They are inserted to ensure that the installed roof system meets the requirements of the roofing industry, as well as local and national...

Rope safety for roofers. (Safety Advice).(US)
April 1, 2003... KRope selection, inspection, care and maintenance is mandated as a competent person's task by OSHA's Construction Standard (1926). The competent person, designated (in writing) in the corporate safety and health program, is trained and...

NRCA 2003: Editor's choice.(roofing industry related products, US)
April 1, 2003... The premier event in the roofing industry is the annual gathering of the National Roofing Contractors Association. The theme for the 116th annual convention and trade show in February 2003 was "Succeeding Through Change." This was an...

The first annual meeting of the: reorganized National Slate Association.
April 1, 2003... After several decades in a dormant state and more than a year of intensive planning, the National Slate Association (NSA) was reorganized in 2002 and held its first annual meeting on February 13, 2003. The meeting was held in conjunction with...

The benefits of a cool roof.
April 1, 2003... Much has been written on the concept and energy-savings benefits of "cool roofs." A cool roof is defined as one that reflects solar radiation (energy) before it is converted to heat. Reflectivity reduces the surface temperature of the roof,...

Creative maintenance solutions extend roof life.
April 1, 2003... When a roof less than 10 years old is blistering and developing leaks along its expansion joints, it's tempting to say "replace it." But when that roof is sitting on top of a busy warehouse that cannot tolerate any disruption to its operations,...

Ready to cash in on the new polyurea coatings market? What to know about the proper spraying equipment.
April 1, 2003... In the burgeoning sprayed polyurea coatings market, the margin of error is far narrower than for traditional coatings. And while opportunities abound for contractors to successfully jump on the polyurea bandwagon, the increasing variety of...

A hybrid roofing solution. (Project Profile).(US Naval Academy's contract with Lake Industrial Services Inc.)
April 1, 2003... The U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md., recently encountered a major roofing problem on King Hall's cadet dining facility. Taking into consideration the Academy's budget and overall needs, the Facilities & Engineering department undertook...

Access Hatch. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... The Bilco Co., New Haven, Conn., offers the VersaMount Access Hatch. The hatch incorporates a versatile mounting system that provides fast, labor-saving installations for new construction, retrofit or replacement projects. Each hatch is...

Pest control. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Bird-B-Gone Inc. introduces its new Bird Spike 2000, an affordable and effective solution for eliminating unsightly bird droppings and health-related problems. The product offers the widest coverage of any spike product and prevents birds from...

Gutter expansion material. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Matthew Hebden, Enfield, Middlesex, England, offers the T-Pren gutter expansion material. On long metal gutters, the T-Pren forms an in-line waterproofing expansion joint and so overcomes the main problems of the standard "step" detail. The...

Retrofit drain. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Modi-Systems Inc., Hackensack, NJ., introduces the Renova drain, a retrofit drain that saves expense, labor and the possibility of a leak. Multiple lip seals molded onto the outside of the spigot give complete protection from leaking if there...

System components. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Flex Membrane International, Morgantown, Pa., offers several accessories for its thermoplastic single-ply roofing systems. Pre-formed flashings -- including pipe flanges, and inside and outside corners -- help reduce installation time for...

Roof drains. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Olympic Manufacturing Group Inc., Agawam, Mass., continues to expand its lines of specialty fasteners and roof drains. The company recently acquired Roof Accessories Co. (RAC), manufacturer of commercial-grade specialty drains and accessories,...

Pipe Hangers. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Portable Pipe Hangers, Houston, offers adjustable supports that provide piping support options. The products allow for height adjustments while on the job site to ensure a perfect fit. All supports are highly resistant to corrosion for...

Tape seal. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Emseal Joint Systems Ltd., Westborough, Mass., offers AST self-adhering tape seal made from resilient, open-cell polyurethane foam impregnated with a water-based acrylic-modified asphalt emulsion. The tapes seal joint details from dust, air,...

Engineered flashing systems. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Fry Reglet, Alpharetta, Ga., introduces Springlok[TM], a flashing system tested to a wind load of 110 mph. It comes in 25 standard and five metallic colors. The system snaps together and doesn't require screws or clips. Circle RS#209

Rooftop walkway systems. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Unistrut[R], Wayne, Mich., offers Roofwalks[R] rooftop walkway systems that are an economical solution to damage caused by rooftop foot traffic. On membrane, built-up, foam and coated roofs, the product protects against puncture, abrasion and...

TPO white peel-and-stick pipeboots. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... GenFlex Roofing Systems, Maumee, Ohio, introduces easy-to-use TPO premolded peel-and-stick pipeboots, which provide the option of flashing round penetrations without the use of a hot-air welder. The pipeboots offer consistent quality, as well...

Skylight Ventilator. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Active Ventilation Products Inc., Newburgh, N.Y., offers the Aura Skylight Ventilator, a wind-driven exhaust and skylight all in one. For whole-house or building ventilation, there is a flex tube with an internal ceiling vent that also lets...

Gutter components. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Gutter Suppliers Inc., Lambertville, Mich., offers premium metal products. Aluminum and copper gutter components are available in K-style and half round. A large selection of coil stock is available for 5-, 6- and 7-inch K-style roll-forming...

Skylight fall protection. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Trufast Corp., Bryan, Ohio, offers the Saf-T-Screen fall protection screen for skylights. The product provides protection for roofers, maintenance personnel and others who must be on the roof with passive protection that is always in place. The...

Strainer and drain guards. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Marathon Roofing Products Inc., Buffalo, N.Y. carries a broad range or sizes anti shapes m a variety of materials. Trying to match replacement roof strainer domes and guards to fit existing drains has been historically difficult. Marathon...

Metal coping and fascia systems. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... LITSCO Industries, Glendale, N.Y., offers Streamline[R] metal edge systems that include a concealed fastener, a snap-on coping system, and two fascia systems that are compatible with all commercial roof systems. The Flashdown fascia system is...

TPO accessories. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Carlisle SynTec Inc., Carlisle, Pa., introduces two new products. Sure-Weld TPO Split Pipe Seals are manufactured using 45-mil SureWeld TPO membrane and are available in white, gray and tan. The fabricated flashings, complete with stainless...

Single-ply accessories. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... IB Roof Systems, Eugene, Ore., offers accessories to go with its CPA single-ply roofing systems. To increase the speed and appearance of on-site applications, and decrease the chance of installer error, the company provides prefabricated custom...

Drain inserts. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Firestone Building Products, Carmel, Ind., introduces drain inserts, featuring an aluminum drain assembly with a red strainer. The insets use an EPDM sealing device to form a more watertight seal as water pressure increases, unlike conventional...

Equipment bases. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... ThyCurb, Addison, Ill., custom manufactures bases for securely mounting rooftop equipment. Options include a built-in roof pitch, extra height for installation of sound traps beneath the unit, and a pressure-treated wood nailer. Bases are all...

Skylights. (Focus on Commercial Accessories).
April 1, 2003... Thermo-Vu Skylights, Holtsville, N.Y., offers the Cap-1 Prismatic 9-inch insulated-curb skylight. The product consists of two sealed acrylic domes in prismatic design to support a minimum 40-psf live load. It has an aluminum-extruded frame with...

Strainer and drain guards from Marathon. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Strainer and drain guards go missing or are broken and need replacement. Marathon Roofing Products Inc. carries a broad range of sizes and shapes in a variety of materials. Trying to match replacement roof strainer domes and guards to fit...

Tile-panel roofing. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Met-Tile offers tile-panel roofing that combines the popular look of Spanish tile with the high performance of metal. Easy-to-install panels weigh just 125 pounds per square and can be applied over existing shingles or plywood decking with no...

Rigid Roll Plus, shingle-over ridge vents. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Trimline[R] Rigid Roll[R] Plus shingle-over ridge vents offer the most attractive, effective and easy-to-install ventilation system on the market. Rigid Roll Plus offers roofers the unique ability to install ridge vents and cap shingles in one...

Seneca Cedar Shake Tiles from EcoStar. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Seneca Cedar Shake Tiles from EcoStar were designed to meet the need for a safe, durable alternative to wood roofing while maintaining the look of traditional cedar shakes. Produced using some of today's strongest, most flexible recycled...

Clear roof sealer. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Nationwide Chemical Coating Mfrs. Inc. offers PERMACLEAR, a 100-percent-acrylic, clear-gloss waterproofing roof sealer finish for most any type of roofing surface. It forms a beautiful, non-yellowing, clear-gloss finish that preserves,...

Echeguren Slate Inc. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Echeguren Slate Inc. is a direct importer of slate, quartzite, and sandstone from locations around the world. Our large inventory of 80 to 100 truckloads of flooring and roofing tiles enables us to dispatch on short notice nationwide. For more...

Air-jacketed kettle for hot-applied rubberized asphalt. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Cleasby introduces the industry's first tubeless air-jacketed kettle with a hydraulic full-sweep agitator. This design eliminates costly tube repairs, and the hydraulic full-sweep agitator greatly reduces the chances of the material burning....

Mobile fall protection system. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... The PR 600 is a fall-arrest anchoring system designed for use on flat roofs. The PR 600 clamps onto any three- or four-wheel utility roof cart. This allows the PR 600 to be moved along the roof by pulling the cart to the desired working...

Roofing boot by Cougar Paws. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Roofing Boot by Cougar Paws. Double your roofing production. Cougar Paws roofing boot, with its traction-grip replaceable pads, allows you to walk the steepest roof. Slipping, sliding and scuffing work surfaces is a thing of the past. Cougar...

TranzSporter Platform Hoist. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... TranzSporter platform hoist Tie Down's LH200 is perfect for lifting materials or supplies up to 44 feet. The heavy-duty steel frame and unitized design means fewer parts, less maintenance and more time on the job. The LH200 is the only...

Time to retrofit? (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Time to Retrofit? Roof Hugger Inc., manufactures a custom punched "Z"-shaped sub-purlin for retrofitting any new metal roof over any existing metal roof. Huggers are 16-gauge, G-90, 50-ksi, structural steel attached with standard tek...

SmartVent. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... SmartVent is a tapered, under-shingle intake vent designed for installation along the soffit edge of the roof. Finally, a shingle roof intake vent that can be used along all key areas of the roof edge, is easy to install, and is less expensive...

Foam Enterprises Inc. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Foam Enterprises Inc., currently celebrating 25 years in business, is the industry leader in polyurethane foam technologies. The company can provide a full turnkey operation, including equipment, parts and service, hands-on training at the...

Blocksom & Co. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Blocksom & Co., Michigan City, Ind., is proud to announce that Roof Saver rolled ridge vent is now nail gunnable. The revolutionary ridge venting system is made with natural fiber materials in a continuous shingle-over rolled style. Due to its...

Natural slate roofing from American Slate Company. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Natural slate roofing from American Slate Company provides one of the oldest and most durable roofs available in the United States. The widest range of natural colors and blends allows many choices for any custom roof or commercial project....

Gutter Hangers from raytec. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Gutter Hangers from Raytec Gutter Hangers from Raytec The Hangfast[TM] gutter hanger with the built-in screw is designed to be strong and inexpensive. The patented one-piece design has reinforcing ribs that run the whole length of the...

You'll flip over revolutionary quadroplus rollformer. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... YOU'LL FLIP OVER REVOLUTIONARY QUADROPLUS ROLLFORMER. German engineering and American roofing ingenuity have created the revolutionary new Quadro-Plus rollformer from Schlebach -- the breakthrough for producing multiple profiles from one...

THOR[R] Systems Inc. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... THOR[R] Systems Inc., "The Helper Of Roofers," proudly announces inclusion of its patented THOR Roofing Layout Tapes in the newly completed construction manual written by Larry Haun and published by The Taunton Press, entitled "Habitat for...

New and improved Country Mansion[R] shingles from GAF Materials Corp. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... New and improved Country Mansion[R] shingles from GAF Materials Corp. are designed for homes of distinction. Their unique "tone-on-tone" color frame creates a striking contrast between layers, which results in ultimate dimensionality and depth...

KnuckleHead mechanical supports. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... KnuckleHead mechanical supports for pipes, conduits, walkways and other necessary rooftop add-ons provide a quickly installed, long-term answer. The supports will not contribute to roof damage. Tough, polyester, composite units are bonded to...

Leland Industries Inc. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Leland Industries Inc., is a North American Manufacturer of fasteners for rural buildings and residential and commercial roofing. Master Grippers"' for wood-frame construction are available in lengths up to 4 inches, in hex-washer head or...

Gutter Suppliers Inc. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Gutter Suppliers Inc. offers premium metal products used by professional installers everywhere. Aluminum and copper gutter components are available in K-style and half round. A large selection of coil stock is available for 5-, 6-and 7-inch...

ERSystems. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... ERSystems, Loretto, Minn., introduces the SpidHER sealant extruder for metal roof restoration, Simply place the SpidHER in a pail of HER polyurethane seam and fastener sealant and pump it into place at a rate of over 100 lineal feet per minute....

New surface prowler. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... New Surface Prowler Busting knuckles and burning knees during wire-brush surface preparation is no fun. Sometimes this work does not even get done. Revolutionize metal roof maintenance with the industrial gas-powered Surface Prowler that...

TAMKO[R]. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... TAMKO[R] introduces Heritage[R] XL shingles, a wider-cut shingle for a distinctive new Heritage look. Five new color selections are available: Canyon Brown, Desert Sunrise, Slatetone Grey, Black Forest and Weathered Stone. Heritage XL shingles...

New for SPF application! (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... New for SPF application! The MH2 from Glas-Craft Inc. is a hydraulic pumping system for roofing foam. This is a contractor-class machine that can spray all day long. Heated whip hose is standard equipment on the MH2. Hose lengths up to 300 feet...

Complete roofing torch kit. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Complete Roofing Torch Kit Flame Engineering Inc. offers the Red Dragon RT COMBO, which features a 400,000-BTU field torch and a 50,000-BTU detail torch. Both feature quick connectors enabling the operator to switch from stand-up to detail work...

Infrared Solutions Inc. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Infrared Solutions Inc. offers the IRInSight[TM] Portable Thermal Imager, a powerful tool to find roof leaks, at an affordable price. Infrared imaging, used for roof inspection, is widely known as an effective means to detect roof leaks and...

TAMKO[R]. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... TAMKO[R] introduces Heritage[R] Declaration[TM] triple-laminate shingles. Declaration features three durable layers and big, bold colors for tremendous depth and striking visual impact. They are available in the distinctive colors of Weathered...

Henry Cool Roof Reflective Coating Systems. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Henry Cool Roof Reflective Coating Systems. Offer your customers cool maintenance solutions that can help them save money on utility bills, reduce energy consumption and protect the environment. Coatings that meet ENERGY STAR guidelines for...

Roofers Coffee Shop. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Roofers Coffee Shop is launching a new campaign, "We Believe." The campaign is designed to promote positive image and pride within the roofing industry. As the premiere site on the World Wide Web for roofing contractors, it is the hope of the...

RAS Systems TURBObend. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... The roofing and architectural industries' most popular folding machine, the RAS Systems TURBObend, just received a new state-of-the-art "Touch and More" control. The machine has seen unbelievable success with the 4000 series and 5000 series...

More support from met fab. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... More Support from Met Fab. Metal-Fab Manufacturing LLC, Baltimore, doesn't just dump and run. We're there for you. Big job, small job - it doesn't matter. We're there to show you. Big job, small job - it doesn't matter. We're there to show you...

Roofmaster Heavy Duty Insulation packer (P/N 506200). (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Effective transport of insulation boards is now much easier, faster and effective with the new Roofmaster Heavy Duty Insulation packer (P/N 506200). Constructed from heavy-walled tubular material, this is a valued tool and must for all large...

Polyglass[R]. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Polyglass[R], the world leader in self-adhesive membranes, announces the revolutionary feature, SEALLap[TM], in its ADESO[TM] self-adhesive line of products. SEALLap technology offers an instant, permanent bond between adjacent membranes, even...

DECRA. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... DECRA is offering contractors a chance to "Feel the Steel" with the DECRA Shingle Promotion Give-A-Way. Simply buy DECRA shingles and earn points toward prizes including a home theater system, leather bomber jacket, digital camera and much...

Learn about sustainable BASF Spray Polyurethane Foam. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Sustainable Roofing. Can going green help your business? Learn about sustainable BASF Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) in the latest issue of Spray. Find news on applications, products and the construction industry's move toward increased...

TPO white peel & stick pipeboots. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... TPO White Peel & Stick Pipeboots Gen Flex introduces easy-to-use TPO premolded peel-and-stick pipeboots, which provide the option of flashing round penetrations without the use of a hot-air welder. The pipeboots offer consistent quality,...

Portable pipe hangers. (Product and Literature Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Portable Pipe Hangers. Adjustable supports provide piping support options, allowing for height adjustments while on the job site to ensure a perfect fit. All supports are highly resistant to corrosion for long-term performance and work...