Roofing Contractor articles from August 2005

Roofing Contractor archives from August 2005

Editor's note.(Editorial)
August 1, 2005... The Big Deal It appears that the summer of 2005 will be remembered as the summer of the big deal in the commercial roofing industry. Two are worthy of note. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Another Crossover We announced in the July...

Englert opens new facility in New Jersey.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
August 1, 2005... PERTH AMBOY, N.J. -- Englert Inc., announced the opening of new offices at its New Jersey branch. The new 10,000-square-foot office is located adjacent to the company headquarters in Perth Amboy and replaces an older office and warehouse space...

It's back! Best of Success 2005.(INDUSTRY NEWS)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Mark your calendars for Nov. 9-10! The second annual Best of Success Conference will be held in Dallas. Don't miss your chance to experience business-building education, peer networking, and interaction with the roofing industry's most...

Deborah Harnett, CEO of Englert Inc.(Illustration)
August 1, 2005... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: Deborah Harnett, CEO of Englert Inc., and New Jersey Branch Manager Joseph Scaffidi, use coil and shears to "cut the ribbon" during opening of new facilities at the company's branch office in Perth Amboy,...

Polyglass expands presence in Southeastern U.S.(INDUSTRY NEWS)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... FERNLEY, Nev. -- Polyglass U.S.A. Inc. announced the opening of a new regional warehouse and manufacturing center located in the Winter Haven area of central Florida. The demand created by repairs from unprecedented natural disasters in...

Tecta America Corp. announces acquisition of general Roofing operations.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
August 1, 2005... Skokie, Ill. -- Tecta America Corp. announced the acquisition of a majority of generalRoofing's operating assets from Republic Financial Corp., Denver. generalRoofing, a former leader in the marketplace, completed a reorganization in the fourth...

Flexible work schedules may make sense.(SMART BUSINESS)
August 1, 2005... A revealing survey recently crossed my desk. It was from a human resources outsourcing organization that conducted it on behalf of a client trade association of plumbing contractors that do new construction work. The annual "Unscheduled Absence...

Summer fun: what business owners need to know about Social Host Liability.(LEGALLY SPEAKING)
August 1, 2005... In the midst of the summer season, many business owners may be planning to host work-related parties where it is common practice to serve alcoholic beverages. When planning parties, business owners should be mindful of state laws that hold...

Super heavyweight shingle comparison chart.(Buyers Guide)
August 1, 2005... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Roofing Contractor Company Atlas Roofing Corp. CertainTeed Corp. Name of...

Growing with style.
August 1, 2005... Roof tile has taken many forms as it makes its way onto homes. Different profiles from S-curve to wood shake have helped to make the niche product more popular throughout the country. Too popular it seems. With widespread shortages in Florida...

Safety mismanagement.(SAFETY ADVICE)
August 1, 2005... For the past several years. I've been writing safety and health articles for Roofing Contractor, addressing safety issues of concern to roofing employers and related industries. Concurrently, I have continued safety and rescue training for...

Safety products and equipment.(Special Section:)
August 1, 2005... ABC Supply Co. Inc. One ABC Parkway Beloit, WI 53511 608-362-7777; fax 608-362-2062 www.abcsupply.com ABC Catalog Division 800-366-2227 www.abccatalog.com ABC Supply's Catalog Division offers everything the...

Needham Industrial Sales Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... 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...

The Ruscoe Co.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... The Ruscoe Co.'s Cool White Polymer Roof Coating can be one-third the cost of a new roof. Combined with Ruscoe preparation materials, this roof restoration system can provide years of leak free service when a building owner can't afford a new...

Architectural Metal Specialties Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... Architectural Metal Specialties Inc. has added gutter hangers to our extensive line of products for the metal roofer. Our gutter hangers are manufactured in aluminum, galvanized and stainless steel materials and are available in 6-, 7- and...

Hangtite[TM] Gutter Hanger: The Second Generation.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... Hangtite[TM] Gutter Hanger: The Second Generation Raytec Manufacturing LLC, Ephrata, Pa., is launching the second-generation Hangtite[TM] hidden hangers. Since its introduction, Hangtite has set new strength standards for gutter hangers....

Ashland's line of PLIODECK[R].(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... With Ashland's line of PLIODECK[R] urethane insulation and membrane adhesives, contractors are saving time and money over other roofing adhesive systems. With easy application, flexibility and high performance, Ashland offers a total roofing...

Petersen Aluminum Corp.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... 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]....

Sievert Industries Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... Sievert Industries Inc. Your full-line supplier for quality open-flame torches, gas hot-air welders, electronic robotic and hand welders, soldering equipment and accessories including generators, power cords and plugs. Our goal is to provide...

TITANIUM brand of underlayments comprises TITANIUM-UDL[TM].(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... 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...

SOPREMA Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... SOPREMA Inc. introduces SOPRAFIX-e. Finally, there is a roofing system that's mechanically fastened and self-adhered! Soprafix-e meets the toughest performance standards and is environmentally friendly. Soprafix-e is the roofing solution of...

More Support from Met Fab.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... 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 how to install a Met-Fab roof quickly and easily for...

MIRO Industries Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... MIRO Industries Inc. provides solutions for supporting rooftop pipe, conduit, duct and walkway systems that are non-penetrating, easy to install, and will out-last the outdated wood blocks typically used. MIRO's newest line is the...

Grand Timberline[TM] shingles from GAF Materials Corp.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... Grand Timberline[TM] shingles from GAF Materials Corp. are the largest and thickest Timberline[R] shingle yet, featuring new, highly-contrasted color blends for an exceptionally dramatic appearance! Grand Timberline shingles replicate the...

Energy-efficient TOPPS SEAL[TM] Liquid Applied Seamless Rubber roofing system.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... 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...

RAS Systems TURBObend.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... 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...

IR-InSight[R] Portable Thermal Imager.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... IR-InSight[R] Portable Thermal Imager Accurately locate and identify moisture with the IR-InSight infrared camera from Infrared Solutions Inc. Infrared imaging is the only 100 percent accurate way to locate moisture that is invisible to...

SpeedStand.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... SpeedStand makes protecting workers from falls quick and easy. Compact, one-piece stands transport easily and set up instantly. These durable steel stands are spaced 40 feet apart and meet OSHA requirements. See why the SpeedStand warning line...

Modified Bitumen Applicator Flame Engineering Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... Modified Bitumen Applicator Flame Engineering Inc. Red Dragon SPA Series Wagons feature one-handle design and complete manifold adjustments. Each torch has a flame-adjusting valve for total flame control and the manifold moves to and from...

Non Contact Infra-Red Thermometers Flame Engineering Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... Non Contact Infra-Red Thermometers Flame Engineering Inc. 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...

Independence Shangle.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... Independence Shangle is in a class by itself. Its distinctive surface is the product of an unusual color blending process, but its underlying character comes from our patented Shangle design, featuring a one-piece full-size base shingle, random...

Contractor programs.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... Contractor Programs 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...

Duro-Last roofing.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... Duro-Last Roofing's precision-fabricated single-ply roofing system helps Duro-Last contractors prosper. Our roofing system is delivered to the job site with all components included, and up to 85 percent of membrane seaming completed in our...

Cleasby's new skylight guards.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... Working around skylights just got safer using Cleasby's new skylight guards. Aluminum construction makes this product lightweight and easy to handle--the standard 4-foot by 4-foot guard weights 27 pounds; the 4-foot by 8-foot guard weights 45...

Rain Flow.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... RAIN FLOW is a permanent solution that prevents clogged gutters and eliminates the problems of traditional screens and metal covers. Water flows freely through this latex-coated natural fiber material; but leaves, seeds and other debris stay on...

Everhard's new ergonomic seam roller.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... Everhard's new ergonomic seam roller gives users a better view of the work surface, and more point-of-contact clearance, allowing faster work. In addition, the ergonomic roller reduces hand and wrist stress, featuring a larger, cushion-grip...

Flo-Free Leaf Guard.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... Flo-Free Leaf Guard is the only true gutter filter system that allows water to flow, while keeping the gutters clean for a lifetime. Flo-Free is installed with new or existing 5K and 6K gutters to eliminate ice dams, leaf dams and water damage....

Michigan based ALCO-NVC Inc.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... Michigan based ALCO-NVC Inc. re-tooled its manufacturing process for manufacturing ALCO SHIELD ice and water. The ice and water manufacturing line was improved in several different areas to make an even better product. The line is capable of...

American Hydrotech's Garden Roof[R] Assembly.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... American Hydrotech's Garden Roof[R] Assembly is designed as a lightweight, low-profile system that can be safely installed on roof and plaza decks not engineered to handle the heavy load requirements of a traditional green roof. Since the...

The Premium Liquid Rubber[R] membrane system.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... The Premium Liquid Rubber[R] membrane system technology represents a major advantage over all previous coatings with superior performance. It can be used for roofing, waterproofing corrosion protection, construction, mining, environmental,...

A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply.(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply now operates distribution centers in Chicago; St. Louis, Mo.; Indianapolis; Kansas City, Mo.; Knoxville, Tenn.; Greensboro, N.C.; and has added Jacksonville, Fla. Our distribution centers allow us to meet customer needs...

ITW Buildex has introduced AccuSeam[TM].(Product and Literature Showcase)
August 1, 2005... ITW Buildex has introduced AccuSeam[TM] for mechanically attached seams. The AccuSeam system accurately spaces 2 3/8-inch EyeHook[TM] Seam Plates and #15 fasteners on either 6- or 12-inch centers in a one-step continuous process that allows one...