Roofing Contractor articles from August 2004

Roofing Contractor archives from August 2004

Editor's note.(Editorial)
August 1, 2004... It was not easy coming to the decision to join the National Roofing Contractors Association study tour to Beijing, China, in July. The cost in terms of being away from regular duties added to the challenge of getting over a 12-hour time...

Vice president Cheney visits Duro-Last.(Industry News)
August 1, 2004... On Friday, June 25, 2004, the Bush-Cheney campaign chose Duro-Last Roofing Inc., Saginaw, Mich., as the site of a campaign swing through Michigan, one of the major battlegrounds in the upcoming election. Why Duro-Last? The company was held up...

Versico launches new Excalibur Reward Program.(Industry News)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Versico Inc., Akron, Ohio, has introduced its updated Excalibur Reward Program with a new brochure and direct mail campaign. Each year the company chooses contractors who have achieved superior quality and volume ratings to participate in the...

Polyglass announces ICC approval for self-adhesive membranes.(Industry News)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Polyglass, Fernley, Nev., announces ICC approval ER-5954 for its entire line of Polyglass SA self-adhesive membranes. The AC-75 tests confirm not only the physical, chemical and long-term performance of the membranes, but also the strength of...

SPRI supports safe and reliable roof edge system.(Industry News)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... A proposed code change (FS143-03/04) was recently rejected at the International Code Council largely through the efforts of SPRI, Waltham, Mass., the trade group representing sheet membrane and component suppliers to the single-ply roofing...

A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply adds seventh warehouse.(Industry News)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply recently added a new distribution center in Jacksonville, Fla. The company now operates a total of seven distribution centers, with other locations in Chicago; St. Louis, Mo.; Indianapolis; Kansas City, Mo.; Knoxville,...

TFC opens service center in Seattle.(Industry News)(Triangle Fastener Corp)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Triangle Fastener Corp., Cleveland, announced the opening of its 23rd location in Tukwila, Wash. This Seattle-area service center will provide the Pacific Northwest with a full line of fasteners, tools and accessories for the commercial...

Grace Construction Products hosts Webcast seminar.(Industry News)
August 1, 2004... Grace Construction Products, Cambridge, Mass., has enhanced its series of Web-based educational seminars with the addition of "Fireproofing Open-Web Steel Joists: Design Guidelines from UL and the Steel Joist Institute." The Webcast is intended...

Hanson expands presence in Florida.(Industry News)(Hanson Roof Tile Inc)(Currier Roof Tile LLC)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Hanson PLC, London, is expanding its presence in Florida. Hanson Roof Tile Inc. announced that it has purchased the roof tile manufacturing facility of Currier Roof Tile LLC. The Fort Myers factory serves the southwest and central Florida...

I am going to sell my business and retire: pipe dream or reality?(Measuring Up)
August 1, 2004... Through the years, I have met many a business owner who dreamed of selling his business. Remember when you were a kid and you dreamed of growing up to be a rock star, cowboy or maybe sail the seven seas? That probably didn't happen. Unless you...

No bidding allowed.(Smart Business)
August 1, 2004... A recent survey by Opinion Research Corp. on behalf of the SCOTT[R] Rags in a Box business uncovered these top three complaints about contractors from respondents who had used an outside contractor in their homes within the last few years: ...

Tips on how to avoid major litigation land mines.(Legally Speaking)
August 1, 2004... Because construction projects vary in size and scope, a contractor can face any number of challenges before completion. Even with this variety, however, there are some areas in which problems, disputes and eventually litigation are more likely...

Do's and Don't's for small shop operators.(Small Shop Talk)
August 1, 2004... On the seminar trail, I meet lots of folks who love to tell me what works for them... and what NOT to do. I'd love to share this wisdom with you. So here is a collection of Do's and Don't's for every area of your business. [ILLUSTRATION...

The ups and downs of cranes.
August 1, 2004... When purchasing a crane, there are several factors to consider both before and after. Mike Johnson is the district manager for National Crane products at Garden State Engine & Equipment, of Sommerville, N.J. In business since 1977, GSE&E...

Unsafe at any height.(High on Safety)(occupational safety and health)
August 1, 2004... On a rather dismal, rainy day in May 2003, I nearly left my pets orphaned and my position as managing editor at Walls & Ceilings vacant due to irresponsibility and an inactive personal safety philosophy. Waking up to thunder's loud clap and the...

Personal protective equipment: misplaced trust in PPE can lead many construction workers straight to the emergency room.(High on Safety)(Personal Protective Equipment )
August 1, 2004... There aren't many topics drier than personal protective equipment when face to face with 20 laborers in a job trailer. I try to make a solid triangular connection between the worker, his specific activities and his PPE. A slight change in any...

What are building codes and how do they help you? Building safety and fire prevention codes impact work done in the construction industry every day. But where did model construction codes come from, why are they so important and how do these codes really help construction professionals?(High on Safety)
August 1, 2004... Building regulations are not new phenomena. The earliest building code can be traced back almost 4,000 years ago to the Code of Hammurabi. The code stated that if a house collapsed and caused the death of the owner, the homebuilder would be put...

How to select a full-body harness: what makes one worker wear the proper fall protection equipment and use it in the correct manner while another doesn't?(High on Safety)
August 1, 2004... "Our workers like a comfortable harness," says Jim Owen, director of construction safety operations at Dick Corp. "They'll wear a harness if it's comfortable." Owen and other safety directors agree a harness, or any fall protection...

This way is up: SIA shows how an association can benefit its contractor membership.(High on Safety)(Scaffold Industry Association)
August 1, 2004... The Scaffold Industry Association recently held its 32nd annual international convention and trade show in Salt Lake City. Scaffold, ladder and aerial work platform manufacturers, distributors and users of high reach or access equipment make up...

SPF: industry update.(spray polyurethane foam)
August 1, 2004... In August 2001, Roofing Contractor reported on the state of the spray polyurethane foam industry (Rising to the Occasion: Spray Polyurethane Foam), stressing its energy efficiency and the need for contractors who apply it to have the proper...

When you have a pond instead of a roof ...: SPF gets the job done.(spray polyurethane foam)(Cover Story)
August 1, 2004... Replacing a roof that was purposely designed to hold water presents a unique set of difficulties--especially when numerous penetrations, multiple tenants, access problems and the desire to quickly cover several hundred squares without any...

The alpha roof system vs. Mother Nature: SPF stands up to hail.(spray polyurethane foam roofing systems)
August 1, 2004... Severe weather is the toughest test for any roof system. Each year, insurance claims for hail damage average $1.94 billion and wind damage claims are more than $160 million (1). In 1996, serious hail storms near Dallas and Big Springs, Texas,...

Product profile: restoration and repair tape.
August 1, 2004... Many roofing contractors have learned that offering diverse products and services is essential to healthy growth. Whether it's EPDM, single-ply, built-up, metal, granular, non-granular or self-adhering, there is an abundance of choices when...

Garden roofs.
August 1, 2004... What is a Garden Roof? The garden roof is a category of green roofs, which are roofs substantially covered with vegetation. They first appeared in Europe and have been around for centuries. Green roofs can be placed on virtually any...

Atlas Roofing Corp.(Focus on Ventilation)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Atlas Roofing Corp., Atlanta, offers CrossVent. The product is designed using thermally efficient HCFC-free polyiso insulation with vent strips of 1 inch, 1 1/2 inches or 2 inches separating 7/16-inch APA/TECO-rated OSB from polyiso rigid...

Air Vent Inc.(Focus on Ventilation)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Air Vent Inc., Dallas, offers ShingleVent II, a filtered shingle-over ridge vent that provides 18 square inches of net free ventilation area per lineal foot. The vent has an external baffle system that deflects wind up and over the ridge,...

Elk premium building products.(Focus on Ventilation)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Elk Premium Building Products, Dallas, offers vented RidgeCrest, which comes with the shingle applied to the vent with Formula FLX, providing strength and flexibility. Its self-supporting structure eliminates sagging and maintains a solid...

Ventco.(Focus on Ventilation)
August 1, 2004... Ventco, Glenside, Pa., offers ProfileVent, an attic ventilation system designed for commercial and residential metal roofs. The patented equipment allows intricately cut profiles for accurate fit and easy, one-person installation. The optional...

DCI Products Inc.(Focus on Ventilation)
August 1, 2004... DCI Products Inc., Clifton Heights, Pa., offers SmartVent, a tapered attic intake ventilation product that specializes in supplying the attic with the proper air intake to match or exceed any ridge vent. It eliminates cutting under soffits or...

Blocksom & Co.(Focus on Ventilation)
August 1, 2004... Blocksom & Co., Vernon Hills, Ill., offers Roof Saver ridge vent. This sustainable shingle-over ridge vent offers relief from excess heat and moisture condensation. Roof Saver reduces conditions that allow mold to flourish in the attic by...

Famco.(Focus on Ventilation)(BVDS bath vent)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Famco, Meridian, Idaho, offers the BVDS bath vent, made of long-life plastic specifically designed for all climate conditions. It is resistant to cold, heat and ultraviolet rays. It will not rust, dent, fade or crack with normal usage. The vent...

Trimline building products.(Focus on Ventilation)
August 1, 2004... Trimline Building Products, Minneapolis, offers Trimline Ridge Vents that offer performance and an attractive roofline. The vent's quick one-pass installation (securing vent and cap shingles in one step) saves time and money. The product has...

TAMKO.(Focus on Ventilation)
August 1, 2004... TAMKO, Joplin, Mo., offers ventilation products, which when used in conjunction with soffit vents, help to ensure proper roof ventilation, reduce energy costs, preserve insulation R-value, and prolong the life of the entire roofing system....

Marathon roofing products.(Focus on Ventilation)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Marathon Roofing Products, Buffalo, N.Y., offers PreVent, a PVC weldable vent, suitable for new or retrofit applications. Designed for one-or two-way venting of roof systems, this vent has direct application to PVC roof membranes and adapts by...

Owens Corning.(Focus on Ventilation)(VentSure ventilation products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Owens Corning, Toledo, offers VentSure ventilation products to promote a balanced airflow that helps prevent structural damage and premature aging of the roof. From VentSure ridge and roof vents, to Raft-R-Mate rafter vents and soffit panels,...

GAF Materials Corp.(Focus on Ventilation)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... GAF Materials Corp., Wayne, N.J., offers Cobra Ridge Vents (exhaust), featuring a low installed cost with superior performance. The vents won't detract from the finished appearance of the roof and they provide effective attic ventilation that...

Niff corr.(Focus on Ventilation)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Niff Corr, Tippecanoe, Ind., offers X010 VersaVent, a non-profile-specific product that is available in two sizes. Applied to the ridge cap and not the panels, there is no need for clips or roof measurements. Ten-foot lengths match ridgecap...

Dish-mounting system.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... RSTC Enterprises Inc., Eau Claire, Wis., introduces Commdeck dish-mounting system. Installed during new construction or reroofing, the system is secure and watertight. It eliminates the need for exterior wiring and lag bolting through the roof...

Sarnafil introduces automatic hot-air welder.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... Sarnafil Inc., Canton, Mass., announces the introduction of the Sarnamatic 661 automatic hot-air welder. This model replaces the Sarnamatic 641 and is the next generation in hot-air welding machines. An adjustable nozzle allows the device to...

Self-adhered modified bitumen.(New Products)
August 1, 2004... Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc, Beloit, Wis., introduces two new blended colors to its line of self-adhering modified bit. They have been well received by contractors for residential installations that feature a steep-slope shingled roof next to a...

Needham Industrial Sales Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... 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...

Complete Roofing Torch Kit.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... 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...

Rigid Roll Plus[R], Shingle-Over Ridge Vents.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Rigid Roll Plus[R], Shingle-Over Ridge Vents. 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...

Gutter Suppliers Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... 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...

Mule-Hide Self-Adhering Membranes.(Product and Literature Showcase)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Mule-Hide Self-Adhering Membranes are manufactured with Adeso[TM] "dual compound" technology. A "true" APP or SBS is provided on the top (weathering) surface while a new generation, pressure-sensitive adhesive is on the bottom of the...

The ROOF MATE video from united coatings.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Before you repair or replace your flat, low-slope or metal roof, you'll want to see the ROOF MATE video from UNITED COATINGS. This CD includes technical data and master guide specifications and will run in your PC's CD ROM. Call 800-541-4383 or...

New Surface Prowler.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... 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...

Petersen Aluminum Corp.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Petersen Aluminum Corp. produces a complete line of metal roofing products. Petersen's 40-page 2004 catalog includes its new Cool Color Chart, a palette of colors that meets cool roof certification requirements, ENERGY STAR[R] and LEED[TM]....

Versatile Inland Rubber coatings.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Versatile Inland Rubber coatings provide waterproofing, energy savings and corrosion protection on interior and exterior roofs and walls. RC 2000 is highly reflective, providing dramatic summer surface temperature reductions. It also offers...

ERSystems.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... 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....

SmartRidge's.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... SmartRidge's unique design results in perfectly clean roof lines instead of the sloppy shingle lift most flexible, rolled ridge vents leave behind. SmartRidge has a full line of nail-gunnable ridgevents to solve all your ventilation needs....

CertainTeed.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... CertainTeed understands how contractors do business. So, to help contractors conduct business more profitably and effectively, CertainTeed offers a variety of business resources through The Contractor's EDGE[TM]. The EDGE is a tailored program...

Miro Industries Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... MIRO Industries Inc., Salt Lake City, Utah, provides solutions for supporting rooftop pipe, conduit, duct and walkway systems that prevent damage to the roof membrane and that effectively support a variety of loads. MIRO manufactures a complete...

OlyFlow Hercules RetroDrain.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... OlyFlow Hercules RetroDrain Installing the OlyFlow Hercules RetroDrain is so simple and efficient that in comparison, the practice of reworking an old drain or subcontracting drain replacement has become costly and outdated. To discover what...

The Duro-Last Cool Zone roofing system.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... The Duro-Last Cool Zone roofing system can help reduce your energy costs! Of the products rated by the EPA Energy Star(R) Roof Products Program, the Duro-Last Cool Zone roofing system is the only membrane with a retained reflectivity of greater...

Presidential TL[TM].(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Presidential TL[TM], with its sculpted rustic edges, is constructed using three laminated layers of the industry's strongest, most durable materials, making it one of the thickest, toughest and best looking shingles on the market. It offers the...

Skylight Screens: Stainless Steel and Galvanized.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Skylight Screens: Stainless Steel and Galvanized. The Safety Rail Source offers OSHA-compliant skylight screens for dome, standing seam and corrugated fiber-glass-type skylights. The easy-to-install, patented clamp-on design makes for fast,...

Natural slate roofing from American Slate Company.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... 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....

Wegu paver supports from Marathon.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Wegu Paver Supports from Marathon. Increasingly popular patio construction requires quality paver supports to maximize the benefits offered by these architecturally designed areas. Wegu paver pedestals create uniform spacing of pavers to...

IKO introduces Roof-Fast low-slope, self-adhering cap sheet.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... IKO introduces Roof-Fast low-slope, self-adhering cap sheet, which is perfect for use on new or existing, low-slope commercial or residential room additions, garages, carports or anywhere the lack of roof slope would indicate that it is not...

Met-Tile Roofing.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Met-Tile Roofing. Tile panel roofing offers light weight, high performance and installation ease. Tile-look steel panels resist fires, hurricanes (230+ mph wind rating), earthquakes, hail and pest infestation. Panel width is 36 inches with...

DECRA Shingle.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... DECRA Shingle. If you are looking for the upscale design of a dimensional shingle, DECRA Shingle is the choice for you. DECRA Shingle offers a classic look reinforced with the strength and longevity of steel. Manufactured by DECRA Roofing...

TriPositeXL[TM] Extra-Long Life Roofing Systems from GAF MC.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... TriPositeXL[TM] Extra-Long Life Roofing Systems from GAF MC combine the best of asphalt and single-ply roofing systems, along with state-of-the-art insulating technology, to withstand the most extreme punishment a critical roofing application...

Elk Premium Building Products.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Elk Premium Building Products. introduces new Prestique Grande nationwide. A larger scale premium shingle designed with the signature High Definition[R] look of Elk's popular Prestique laminated shingles, Prestique Grande's exposure is over 40...

The centurion service cart from garlock equipment.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... The Centurion Service Cart from Garlock Equipment is the most efficient way yet to store, transport and deploy a Railguard 200 System. There's a place for everything: rails, bases, toeboards, quickpins, even the base transporter. A built-in...

ALCO-NVC Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... ALCO-NVC Inc., Detroit, introduces ALCO Shield Smooth ice and water protector. This smooth-surface ice and water protector complements the company's existing line of roofing materials. ACLO Shield Smooth comes in 1- and 2-square rolls. The...

TITANIUM brand of underlayments comprises TITANIUM-UDL[TM].(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... TITANIUM brand of underlayments comprises TITANIUM-UDL[TM] synthetic, mechanically attached, and TITANIUM-PSU[TM] Peel & Stick self-adhered underlayment. TITANIUM-UDL[TM] is a felt replacement, possessing 10-square coverage in less than...

Time to Retrofit?(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... 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...

Free catalog.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Free catalog. The Conklin Company is a leading manufacturer of innovative roofing systems that are VOC- and Energy Star-compliant, energy efficient, lightweight and easy to maintain. Discover how our metal restoration, EPDM and modified bitumen...

OSI Sealants Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... OSI Sealants Inc. offers the new Pro-Series[R] Micro premium gutter sealant, available in a convenient 4-ounce squeeze tube. Featuring QUAD polymer formula, Pro-Series Micro provides superior adhesion and easy extrusion in both hot and cold...

INSTA-STIK adhesive.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... INSTA-STIK adhesive is used to attach compatible roof insulation boards to roof decks and substrates in new construction and roof replacement applications. This includes insulation board to insulation board, insulation board to Class 1...

The Virginia Slate Co.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... The Virginia Slate Co. not only has quarries located in Buckingham, Va., but also affiliated quarries in Vermont and international partnerships, which have helped us to become one of the largest suppliers of domestic and imported slates. With...

Gutter Hangers from Raytec.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... 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 hanger. Convenient to use...

METALWORKS[R] Steel shingles by TAMKO[R].(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... METALWORKS[R] Steel Shingles by TAMKO[R] TAMKO offers METALWORKS Steel Shingles both for residential and commercial applications. The METALWORKS product line includes a variety of metal shingle styles including ASTONWOOD[TM], a traditional...

Leister introduces the TriacDrive semi-automatic overlap welding machine.(Product and Literature Showcase)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Leister introduces the TriacDrive semi-automatic overlap welding machine, especially well suited for overhead welding and for applications in restricted spaces, e.g., for roofing membranes in a light dome, for welding joining tape in tunnel...

Aldo Products Co. Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Aldo Products Co. Inc. The ALDOCOAT brand name has come to stand for quality products and competitive pricing. We supply a full line of energy-efficient, reflective roof coatings to turn any substrate into a "cool roof," reducing a building...

Cleasby Emissions Eliminator.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Cleasby Emissions Eliminator Tackle "sensitive" roofing projects using Cleasby's Emissions Eliminator. The unit burns asphalt emissions emanating from your kettle by way of a loading lid equipped with an exhaust hood, powered by a 490-cfm...

Light. Heavyweight. Gusmer introduces the new GAP Pro Spray Gun for plural-component foam and coatings.(Product and Literature Showcase)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Light. Heavyweight. Gusmer introduces the new GAP Pro Spray Gun for plural-component foam and coatings. Long recognized as the most reliable air-purge spray gun on the market, the Gusmer GAP Pro has been redesigned to be even lighter, more...

Chem Link Inc. offers NovaLink all-weather construction sealant.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Chem Link Inc. offers NovaLink all-weather construction sealant, a versatile urethane--with a difference. It is specially formulated for aggressive bonding in damp, dry or cold (30-degree) conditions. The sealant can be used on doors, windows,...

Energy-efficient TOPPS SEAL[TM] Liquid Applied Seamless Rubber roofing system.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2004... Energy-efficient TOPPS SEAL[TM] Liquid Applied Seamless Rubber roofing system restores leaking roofs at a fraction of replacement cost and boosts solar reflectance to more than 85 percent. The fully adhered system saves replacement cost with a...