Roofing Contractor articles from April 2006

Roofing Contractor archives from April 2006

A springtime double-header.(EDITOR'SNOTE)
April 1, 2006... There are numerous issues affecting our industry and our world, and it is often difficult to choose which one to target in this column. This month I could boil it down to no less than two. So, in the spirit of springtime and the return of...

Davis Memorial Foundation holds raffle.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
April 1, 2006... LAS VEGAS -- Every year, the Davis Memorial Foundation holds an Annual Raffle in conjunction with the Western Roofing Expo. This year, the Davis Memorial Foundation Board of Trustees announced that this year's grand prize winner will have the...

TRI launches installer training program.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
April 1, 2006... CHICAGO -- The Tile Roofing Institute (TRI) will debut the industry's first installer training and certification program in April in conjunction with its Industry Forum in Scottsdale, Ariz. The program is designed to expand contractor knowledge...

RCMA completes new VOC guide.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
April 1, 2006... WASHINGTON -- The Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA) announced the completion and availability of its completely revised and updated RCMA Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Guide. The new VOC guide was prepared for and in conjunction...

Firestone introduces Red Shield Warranty.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
April 1, 2006... ANOKA, Minn. -- Firestone Metal Products/UNA-CLAD introduced the Red Shield Warranty. The warranty, which offers coverage that is easy to read and understand, is available on the UNA-CLAD UC-3 Double-Lock, UC-4 No Clip, and the UC-6 Double-Lock...

NRCA elects new officers and directors.(NRCA NEWS)
April 1, 2006... LAS VEGAS -- The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) elected new officers for terms begin June 1. New officers include President Mark Gaulin, president of MAGCO Inc., a Tecta America company, Jessup, Md.; and Senior Vice President...

MVP Award winners announced at NRCA.(NRCA NEWS)
April 1, 2006... LAS VEGAS -- The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) and The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress announced the winners of the sixth annual Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards. Winners include Doug Chandler, foreman for...

Trust but verify--Part 1.(SMARTBUSINESS)
April 1, 2006... Rarely do you find anyone in the construction business who hasn't been victimized by "shrinkage" of tools, equipment and inventory. Most estimates peg construction theft to be a $1 billion industry. Pilferage is estimated to add a percentage...

Why your accounting format is so important.(MEASURINGUP)
April 1, 2006... I know people get tired of hearing me preach about the importance of knowing your numbers. I laugh when people mistakenly think I am an accounting or financial nerd. I actually am not a detailed accounting type, and that is one of the reasons I...

Applicator training programs.(TECHNICALDETAILS)
April 1, 2006... Over the course of the year, your company probably spends a significant amount of time and resources in providing training in such areas as computer operations, equipment operation and organizational procedures. These are all important elements...

Story time.(leadership management)
April 1, 2006... Once upon a time, in the late 1970s, there was a young prince named Andy Grove. Andy was the CEO of Intel Inc. Andy's company had a very focused product line: computer memory chips. Intel was the best and biggest producer of computer memory...

The connected contractor.(VIEWFROMTHETOP)
April 1, 2006... Until recently, my salespeople and I haven't been wired for success. Sure, my team has always been successful at communicating the benefits of a new roof to our consumers and getting them involved with our company, but we weren't operating at...

Recruiting. Hiring. Retaining.
April 1, 2006... The success of your company depends on your ability to recruit, hire and retain the right people. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The title on the cover of the April 2006 issue of Entrepreneur magazine reads: "Employee Retention: Solving Your...

Anchorage force testing.(SAFETYADVICE)
April 1, 2006... [Editor's note: This article is the second installment of a three-part series on anchorage points and personal fall arrest systems. In this article, the anchorage force test is explained.] A typical problem with the majority of construction...

Hot topic: cool roofing.(LETTER FROM THE EDITORS)
April 1, 2006... Welcome to the fourth annual Cool Roofing special section, a joint effort between Roofing Contractor and Environmental Design + Construction magazines. In this edition, you will find valuable information including case studies on green building...

It takes more than reflectivity to be cool: when it comes to cool roofing, Texas A & M thinks chemistry.(COOL ROOFING)
April 1, 2006... The main campus of Texas A & M University boasts more than 7 million square feet of spray-applied polyurethane foam (SPF) roofing, and almost no other system has been installed at the campus for more than 30 years. Why? Proven energy...

A bright future: solar cell technology continues to advance.(COOL ROOFING)
April 1, 2006... In the past few decades, solar cell technology has evolved from powering calculators to powering emergency road signs, parking lot lights and satellites to providing all of the electrical power for houses. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This...

Greening a university's roof: university of Wisconsin educates itself on the benefits of a green roof.(COOL ROOFING)
April 1, 2006... When the University of Wisconsin considered installing a green roof, university officials realized they needed some basic education on the topic. Their inquiries helped the university more thoroughly understand green roofing systems and their...

LEED and metal roofing: products and coatings can help buildings meet program requirements.
April 1, 2006... Metal roofs have long been popular with architects for their dramatic appearance and long-term performance characteristics, particularly their low maintenance costs and durability. With the concept of sustainability now being widely embraced by...

Heavenly white roof lifts spirits: reflective roof coating reduces energy consumption and extends the life of Evangel University's roof.(COOL ROOFING)
April 1, 2006... The roof on the Evangel University Ashcroft Activities Center has survived the grueling elements of Ozarks mountain weather for more than 30 years. With the hope of preserving the roof for another 30 years, the University turned to Henry...

At home with cool-colored roofs: cool roof materials in darker colors appeal to homeowners.(COOL ROOFING)
April 1, 2006... Cool roofs cut cooling loads by up to 20 percent through the use of reflective materials that limit solar heat gain. A conventional cool roof features light-colored surfaces--shades that commercial facilities with flat or low-sloped roofs find...

Met-Tile cool roofing meets ENERGY STAR requirements.(Product+Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... Met-Tile's new cool roof line comes in 10 designer colors that meet--and in some cases greatly exceed--ENERGY STAR requirements. Met-Tile combines the popular look of tile with the light weight of metal. It carries a 230-plus wind rating and...

Cool roof modified bitumen roofing membrane.(Product+Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... Polyglass introduces its revolutionary cool roof modified bitumen self-adhered roofing membrane, Polykool. This patent-pending APP or SBS based self-adhesive roofing membrane offers high reflectivity and emissive properties with the use of a...

SolarShield reflective roofing granules.(Product+Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... ISP Mineral Products introduces SolarShield reflective granules. Produced using a patent-pending manufacturing process, ISP SolarShield reflective roofing granules meet and exceed the EPA's ENERGY STAR steep-sloped roofing initial reflectivity...

High-performance roof board.(Product+Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... USG's SECUROCK Brand Roof Board is a new roof cover board option for low-slope commercial roofing applications. The product's advanced fiber-reinforced technology provides superior performance and installation benefits, installed over the roof...

2006 editor's choice: who says there's nothing new under the sun?
April 1, 2006... Manufacturers often take advantage of the spotlight at the major trade shows during the winter to launch their new products, so our editors are always on the lookout for groundbreaking products at industry events, including the International...

Hail and hearty: hailstorms, insurers drive impact-resistant products.
April 1, 2006... The roofing systems installed today are the result of significant suffering and learning, reflecting the lessons learned from fires, wind, heat and chemical reactions. Hail has always been a significant, if infrequent, threat to roofing...

Cedar roofing: back where it belongs.(Cover story)
April 1, 2006... Smart roofing contractors go the extra mile and learn as much as possible about the products they install. Recent industry developments and product innovations support cedar roofing materials' renewed popularity. Contractors working with cedar...

A match made in heaven: new roof a perfect fit for historic church.(Project Profile)
April 1, 2006... The 121-year-old St. James Episcopal Church is one building in which the citizens of La Grange, Texas--population 4,478--take pride. Declared a Texas State Historic Landmark in 1964, the looming maroon-and-cream-colored church is a local...

Outfitting your vehicle to suit your needs.
April 1, 2006... Now that you've purchased the right vehicle, what should you consider when upfitting the vehicle with the necessary equipment to meet your needs? Proper upfitting relies on how closely you've examined your application, including items such as...

DAP.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... DAP offers one of the most comprehensive lines of construction adhesives. Each is specially formulated to meet the unique demands of the user. DAP also has a line of VOC-compliant adhesives that meet volatile organic compound regulations...

Firestone.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... Firestone UltraPly' TPO XR bonding adhesive is the ideal choice for contractors and designed for use with UltraPly TPO XR membrane over different roof substrates, including new and reroof applications. XR Bonding Adhesive requires application...

EternaBond.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... EternaBond offers RoofSeal PLUS, a roof repair tape designed specifically for granulated roofs that are typically difficult to make long-lasting repairs on. This repair tape is 65 mils thick, making it 30 mils thicker than EternaBond's standard...

Millennium Adhesive Products.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... Weather-Tite One Step Foamable Adhesive, developed and manufactured by Millennium Adhesive Products and distributed worldwide by WTT Systems, offers the roofing professional a significant technical and economic advantage. It's quick and easy to...

Ashland.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... Saving time means saving money on roofing installations, and that's what Ashland's new PLIODECK[R] membrane adhesive brings to roofing contractors. PLIODECK membrane adhesive is a one-part, moisture-cure urethane adhesive that delivers superior...

CertainTeed.
April 1, 2006... FlintPrime[TM] SA is water-based polymer modified primer for use with Flintlastic[R] SA and other self-adhering modified bitumen roofing membrane systems. Applied by brush, roller or spray, the thin solution readily penetrates pores and dries...

Dow.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... Dow Building and Construction offers new and improved INSTA-STIK[TM] Commercial Roofing Adhesive. INSTA-STIK is a single-component polyurethane adhesive used in place of asphalt or mechanical fasteners for attaching insulation boards to the...

Carlisle SynTec.
April 1, 2006... Carlisle SynTec Inc. offers a highly flexible, asphalt-based polyether cold-applied adhesive with no VOCs. The product is designed for immediate application and there are no slippage concerns since the cold-applied adhesive provides a quick...

Chem Link.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... Chem Link's 1-PART[TM] sealer is widely used in all parts of the country today as part of the ChemCurb System[TM] Penetration Seal--and it's used in metal pitchpans, too. ChemCurbs were introduced to the industry over a decade ago as a...

Henry Co.
April 1, 2006... Henry #208 Wet Patch Roof Cement is the premium adhesive to reach for when sealing a roof leak, even on wet surfaces. Henry #208 has outstanding flexibility and can be applied to cracks in a rain downpour or under water. This quick adhesive...

MIXPAC Equipment.
April 1, 2006... MIXPAC Equipment Inc. introduces its DX dispensing system, which includes a mobile hand-held dispenser with a refill station, providing a versatile and accurate solution for two-component material dispensing. The MIXPAC DX System offers the...

OMG roofing products.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... OlyBond[R] roof insulation adhesives eliminate unpleasant odors and reduce disruptive noises on the job, making them the perfect choice for occupied projects such as schools and hospitals. The patented dual-component technology and PaceCart[TM]...

W. P. Hickman.
April 1, 2006... W. P. Hickman's BUR Plus 606 is a premium mopping asphalt modified with unique polymers to provide excellent weathering, flexibility and long-term retention of properties. BUR Plus 606 is used as an interply adhesive and as a surfacing flood...

Metacrylics.
April 1, 2006... Metacrylics Peel & Coat system was designed for end laps, roof seams, joints, valley gutters and fasteners. This product can also be used for repairing elastomeric membranes on single-ply roofs. This product is a butyl EPDM rubber with fleece...

Schnee-Morehead Inc.
April 1, 2006... Schnee-Morehead Inc. manufactures a complete line of pre-extruded butyl sealant tapes in both rolls and pre-cut endlap pads; non-skinning, non-hardening SSR sealant for factory or field applications; one-part polyurethane sealants specifically...

Versico.
April 1, 2006... When you're looking for a time-efficient solution for adhering cured flashings and membranes to various substrates, Versico Incorporated has the answer. VersiGard G-200 SA Substrate Adhesive is a high-strength solvent-based contact adhesive...

ArrMaz Custom Chemicals.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... ACRA 500 from ArrMaz Custom Chemicals is an asphalt additive that improves adhesion in asbestos-free wet patch roofing compounds and anionic hi-float emulsions. It is unique in that it accomplishes adhesion increase without interfering with the...

Johns Manville.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... JM PermaFlash[TM] is an adhesive-based, polyester-reinforced flashing system for difficult flashing situations, including equipment supports, I-beams, scuppers, curbs and unusual transitions. PermaFlash is based on Johns Manville's proven...

IKO.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... IKO introduces its Cold Gold brand of roofing adhesive and flashing cement. IKO Cold Gold Adhesive is a single-component, cold-process roofing adhesive that is moisture-cured. It takes advantage of naturally occurring water vapor present in the...

Soprema.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... The next generation of roofing is here today. Soprema'S MOS System is a unique water-based substance that is simply mixed at the jobsite and applied with conventional spray equipment. MOS (Magnesium Oxide Slurry) was born out of the need for...

Sashco.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... Through the Roof![TM] is a clear, flexible, permanent roofing sealant that creates a seal that lasts around rooftop fixtures, preventing costly callbacks. Through the Roof is immediately waterproof and can even be applied to a wet roof. Through...

Interstate.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... Interstate is a full line distributor of Sonneborn/Deggusa calking and sealant systems, including NP 1[TM], a one-component, high-performance, nonpriming, gun-grade, elastomeric polyurethane sealant; NP 2[TM], a three-component, highly...

Polyfoam.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... Polyfoam Products developed Polyset[R], its premium roof tile adhesive. Hurricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan and Jeanne in 2004--and Wilma in 2005--ravaged Florida, testing installed Polyset roofs like never before. As anticipated, Polyset[R]...

Stevens roofing systems.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... Stevens' EP FastLine Adhesive by Ashland is a 100 percent solids, low-VOC, single component urethane adhesive specifically formulated to bond EP membrane to a wide variety of substrates. Load the 1.0 or 2.5 gallon cans in the low cost,...

Topps products.
April 1, 2006... Topps[R] Polyprene[TM] High-Performance Roof Cement is the superior choice for general reinforcement and repairs to flashings around equipment, vent pipes, chimneys, sign holders, etc., as well as anywhere two dissimilar or similar materials...

Bostik.(Focus On Adhesives)
April 1, 2006... Bostik Home Roofing & Flashing Sealant is a one-component, moisture cure polyurethane that is specifically engineered for sealing roofing, flashing and related materials. It offers a wide temperature performance range of -40[degrees] to...

Rigid Roll Plus[R], shingle-over ridge vents.
April 1, 2006... 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...

Needham Industrial Sales Inc.
April 1, 2006... Needham Industrial Sales Inc. offers the Weather Shield Reusable Rubberized Canvas Pallet Cover. The product has a heavy-duty weather-resistant canvas construction with a double-thick canvas top surface. Its overlapping end flaps have rope...

Bradco Supply Corp.(Product and Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... Bradco Supply Corp., Avenel, N.J., provides roofing contractors with an easy and fast solution for the design of tapered roofing insulation systems. Upon receipt of roof plans and specs, Bradco's Tapered Roof Division will combine various types...

AMSI.
April 1, 2006... AMSI offers the "Roofer's Kit" in a bucket safety combo. Included are a full body harness, 5/8-inch attached rope grap and 2-foot shock-absorbing lanyard, 50 feet of 5/8-inch synthetic rope and snap hook, and ridge cleat. All of the items come...

Interwrap's TITANIUM[TM] UDL synthetic underlayment.
April 1, 2006... Interwrap's TITANIUM[TM] UDL synthetic underlayment for felt replacement and TITANIUM[TM] PSU High and Low Temperature (40[degrees]F/240[degrees]F) peel and stick underlayment for ice damming protection are the products of choice by the trades!...

Look to the world leader.(Product and Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... Look To The World Leader. ROOF MATE is the original liquid-applied, 100-percent acrylic roof coating system for all your roof recoating and maintenance needs. Hundreds of roofing contractors worldwide are making the switch to ROOF MATE because...

GAF Materials Corp.'s Camelot[TM].(Product and Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... GAF Materials Corp.'s Camelot[TM] Premium Designer Shingles combine timeless beauty with uncompromising performance. Two ultra-thick layers combine with intricately crafted color blending that results in unparalleled dimensionality and stunning...

Senco introduced the RoofPro[TM] 445XP.(Product and Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... Senco introduced the RoofPro[TM] 455XP last year, and it has been showing up on roofs all over the United States. This roofing coil nailer represents a combination of rugged durability, light weight, high power, and blistering speed that will...

Portable Pipe Hangers' Super Sleeper Series.
April 1, 2006... The newest designs in Portable Pipe Hangers' Super Sleeper Series are the SS-8CL and SS-8RL. These new low-profile supports replace any wooden sleeper application and are perfect for 2 1/2-inch and smaller conduit, gas and condensate lines....

Engage Machinery Inc.
April 1, 2006... Engage Machinery Inc. is in the business of developing, importing, marketing, selling and servicing light gauge shears, metal brakes, decoilers, roll forming machines, seamers and small coil processing slitters to sell in the heating,...

Chem Link's 1-PART[TM] sealer.
April 1, 2006... Chem Link's 1-PART[TM] sealer is widely used in all parts of the country today as part of the ChemCurb System Penetration Seal--and in metal pitch pans, too. ChemCurbs were introduced to the industry over a decade ago as a "radically...

"IR-Fusion[TM] Technology".
April 1, 2006... "IR-Fusion[TM] Technology" is a four-page color brochure that details IR-Fusion from Infrared Solutions. IR-Fusion merges infrared and visible light images on a single display. Five viewing modes allow for greater clarity, accuracy and a...

Raytec Manufacturing.
April 1, 2006... Raytec Manufacturing has developed a new plating process for zinc screws. This new plating protects against red rust for up to 200 hours. The ANSI / ASME standard for the common commercial silver zinc plating is 1 to 4 microns thick. This...

IKO introduces IKO RoofGard-SB.(Product and Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... IKO introduces IKO RoofGard-SB, an underlayment that over-performs. IKO RoofGard-SB is made of a synthetic material that is completely waterproof. It forms an effective water-shedding barrier under shingles or alternative roofing materials,...

Klenk Plus.
April 1, 2006... Klenk Plus offers Klenk's line of premium aviation snips. We conduct rigorous testing in our plant to ensure our snips are long-lasting and durable for daily use. We make 18 different styles for specific jobs, making sure each pair of snips are...

Roofmaster.
April 1, 2006... Roofmaster introduces its newest satellite base for mounting satellite dishes on tile roofs: CommTile. Installers will mount dishes anywhere, often in very visible locations. Often, they are poorly mounted. CommTile provides a receptacle for...

ValleyVent[TM].
April 1, 2006... ValleyVent[TM] should be used on every new home to achieve proper airflow around obstacles such as valleys, skylights, chimneys, hips and other areas, preventing mold and moisture buildup. ValleyVent raises the plywood about 1/2 inch above the...

Duro-Last Roofing's.(Product and Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... Duro-Last Roofing's precision-fabricated single-ply roofing system helps Duro-Last contractors prosper. Our roofing system is delivered to the jobsite with all components included, and up to 85 percent of membrane seaming completed in our...

Cougar Paws roofing boots.(Product and Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... Our roofing boots give you something that others don't: more profit! Double your production with Cougar Paws roofing boots. We feature a removable traction grip pad that attaches to the bottom of your boot, which enables you to "get a grip" to...

Owens Corning's Berkshire[R] Collection shingles.
April 1, 2006... Owens Corning's Berkshire[R] Collection shingles provide the distinctive look of slate and superior weather performance. Now the company has announced specific enhancements to make the Berkshire line even better. The new shingle design offers...

Natural slate roofing from American Slate Company.(Product and Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... 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....

Non Contact Infra-Red Thermometers Flame Engineering Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... The GT-1000 and GT 2000 are perfect safety tools for all roofing crews. Quickly check the temperature of the roof where material has been applied. A great safety step at the end of the day. Both units are very accurate and simple to use. Just...

Petersen Aluminum Corporation.(Product and Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... Petersen Aluminum Corporation produces a complete line of metal roofing products. The company's new 2006 catalog includes several new products: the Prestige and ZT lines of copper and zinc-titanium clad roofing tiles, Column Covers and...

Triangle Fastener Corp.(Product and Literature Showcase)
April 1, 2006... Triangle Fastener Corp. is the leading supplier of standard and specialty fasteners, tools and accessories used in the construction industry. A complete line of fasteners for metal-to-metal, metal-to-wood, drywall and concrete anchoring is...

CertainTeed's Centennial Slate.
April 1, 2006... CertainTeed's Centennial Slate replicates the true look of blended slate. This innovative Luxury Shingle is made possible by a breakthrough manufacturing process and utilizes CertainTeed's exclusive Super Shangle[R] construction, which results...

The Surface Prowler[TM].
April 1, 2006... The Surface Prowler[TM] wire brush machine by A2 Technical LLC is the mechanical advantage for metal roof restoration. Surface preparation at penetration flashing at panel laps, along eaves, over fasteners and on deteriorated panels enhances...