Roofing Contractor articles from July 2007

Roofing Contractor archives from July 2007

Illegal immigration and outlaw contractors.(Editor's Note)
July 1, 2007... Here we go again. In all of my 33 years working in the roofing industry, the discussion of contractor registration and certification has never been off the table. But now there are things going on in our world that, if local and state...

Firestone honors award winners.(Industry News)
July 1, 2007... INDIANAPOLIS -- Firestone Building Products Company has annually honored top contractors in the commercial roofing industry with the Master Contractor Award for two decades. This year, Firestone awarded 261 roofing contractors in the United...

ASHRAE revises residential energy standard.(Industry News)
July 1, 2007... ATLANTA -- American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers Inc. (ASHRAE) new 2007 residential energy efficiency standard contains several changes made based on public input. ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 90.2-2007,...

Allied acquires Spartan Supply.(Industry News)(Spartan Supply Co)(Allied Building Products Corp)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Allied Building Products Corp. announced it has expanded its presence in the California market through the acquisition of Culver City-based Spartan Supply Co. As part of the acquisition, Spartan Supply Co. will keep...

Tom Watts joins Roofing Contractor team.(Industry News)
July 1, 2007... TROY, Mich. -- Roofing Contractor Publisher Jill Nash announced that Tom Watts has joined the magazine as its associate editor. Watts, who earned a B.A. in journalism at Michigan State University, has more than 15 years of writing and editing...

Berger to purchase Royal Apex.(Industry News)
July 1, 2007... NORCROSS, Ga. -- Berger Building Products Inc., a Euramax International Inc. company, has entered into an agreement to purchase all the assets of Royal Apex Manufacturing Co. The transaction is expected to be complete on July 27, 2007. ...

Dow completes acquisition of Hyperlast.(Industry News)
July 1, 2007... MIDLAND, Mich. -- Dow Polyurethanes, a business group of The Dow Chemical Company (Dow), announced that it has completed the acquisition of British Vita's polyurethane systems business, Hyperlast Limited. The Hyperlast acquisition includes...

The real meaning of teamwork.(Smart Business)
July 1, 2007... I'm one of those guys who turn to the sports pages first thing when I open the daily newspaper. Don't get me going or I could talk all day about the designated hitter rule, zone vs. man coverage, three-guard offenses or a thousand other...

Managing your cash needs.(Measuring Up)
July 1, 2007... Parables and cute sayings regarding money abound. One of my favorites is: "It doesn't matter if you are rich or poor as long as you have money." This logic applies to many contracting businesses. You can feel like your business is doing poorly...

Altech introduces curved trim and flashing to complement curved metal roofing.(2007 CASE STUDY: Altech Fabrication Inc.)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] With over 15 years of experience in the metal roof manufacturing and custom sheet metal fabrication, Altech Fabrication Inc. is unleashing the imagination of architects and building designers with new curved roofing...

The decision process for starting a metal roofing shop.(2007 CASE STUDY: Engage Machinery)
July 1, 2007... Dilemma: You've been successful in sheet metal roofing by purchasing components from other companies, but you're thinking about growing your business and investing in shop equipment. So, how do you know how to make the best decisions? ...

Hy-tech products offers the best roofing equipment on the market.(2007 CASE STUDY: Hy-Tech)
July 1, 2007... With over 22 years of experience as a major supplier of quality roofing equipment to the commercial roofing industry, Hy-Tech Products Inc. offers some of the best equipment on the market, including Garlock products, Leister hot-air welding...

IB Roof Systems and Open Energy team up to boost roof performance.(2007 CASE STUDY: IB Roof Systems)
July 1, 2007... The credo of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is "reduce, reuse, and recycle." IB Roof Systems has embodied this concept for more than two decades with their Solarwise reflective white roofing membranes. What if a roof...

Utah project utilizes MBCI curved BattenLok SSR system.(2007 CASE STUDY: MBCI)
July 1, 2007... For West Haven City Hall in Utah, the primary goal of the architect was to provide a timeless architectural design combined with aesthetically engaging features and a comfortable environment where the business of running a city could be...

RAS systems enhances product line.(2007 CASE STUDY: RAS Systems)
July 1, 2007... The North American leader in metal folding, shearing and roll forming has made some very important advances in our product line this year. We are proud to say that all changes to our machines have been made on the control side. As software and...

There's a better way to test roofing products.(2007 CASE STUDY: Underwriters Laboratories Inc.)
July 1, 2007... Due to the increasing number of hurricanes making landfall along the Atlantic Coast and the Gulf Coast of the United States each year, architects, contractors, and engineers are searching for better performance indicators for wind, uplift and...

Contractor saves time, money with innovative roof board.(2007 CASE STUDY: USG's Securock[R])
July 1, 2007... Simply by switching their brand of roof board, Porter Roofing, a leading single-source contractor for many of the largest roofing manufacturers in the country, cut down installation time by approximately 30 percent during its reroofing of the...

Metal makes itself at home: modular products boost metal's visibility in the residential market.(Metal Shingle Roundup)
July 1, 2007... Metal roofing may have a relatively small portion of the residential market, but growth has been solid in that niche, and manufacturers of metal roofing products expect to increase market share in the future. Part of their growth strategy...

ATAS International.(Metal Shingle Roundup)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Name of metal shingle: Advanta Profile: Simulated dimensional shingle Finish: Embossed Size: 36 inches by 12 inches Materials: 29-gauge galvanized steel Coatings: Kynar 500[R], Hylar 5000[TM]...

Custom-Bilt Metals.(Metal Shingle Roundup)
July 1, 2007... Name of metal shingle: Vail Metal Shingle Profile: Vail Titan Select Steel Shingle Finish: Available in smooth, wood embossed and stucco embossed Size: 34. inches by 12 inches Materials: 26 Gauge Coatings: Kynar 500 ...

DECRA roofing systems.(Metal Shingle Roundup)
July 1, 2007... Name of metal shingle: DECRA Shake Profile: Wood Shakes Finish: Mineral surfaced Size: 14. inches by 53 inches with exposure of 12. inches by 51 inches Materials: Base material steel Coatings: Aluminum-zinc alloy coating,...

EDCO products.(Metal Shingle Roundup)
July 1, 2007... Name of metal shingle: ArrowLine Profile: Slate Finish: Double-embossed slate texture Size: 12 inches by 50 inches Materials: Steel Coatings: Kynar 500[R] Number of colors available: 4 Are "cool colors"...

Follansbee.(Metal Shingle Roundup)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Name of metal shingle: Stamped Diamond-Pattern Metal Shingle Profile: Stamped Diamond Finish: KlassicKolors, Terne II and TCS II are smooth; TCS Satin is micro-embossed. Size: 9 1/2 inches by 14 inches Materials: Follansbee's...

Kassel and Irons Ltd.(Metal Shingle Roundup)
July 1, 2007... Name of metal shingle: KasselWood Profile: Traditional cedar shake appearance Finish: KasselWood's design utilizes texturing; dual profiles and a proprietary, low gloss coating system that applies a varied wood grain pattern to the...

Metals USA building products.(Metal Shingle Roundup)
July 1, 2007... Name of metal shingle: Gerard Profile: Granite Ridge Finish: Stone granules, textured finish Size: 15.6 inches by 46.2 inches Materials: Galvalume[TM] zinc aluminum steel with several layers of corrosion inhibitors....

Met-Tile Inc.(Metal Shingle Roundup)
July 1, 2007... Name of metal shingle: MET-TILE[R] Profile: Tile facsimile Finish: Stucco-embossed Size: 3 feet wide in standard panel lengths of 2 feet to 20 feet Materials: 26 GA Zincalume steel (standard); also available in aluminum. ...

RHEINZINK America Inc.(Metal Shingle Roundup)
July 1, 2007... Name of metal shingle: Flat Lock Tile Profile: Flat Finish: Smooth Size: Coils and sheets; width varies by color Materials: Zinc Coatings: N/A Number of colors available: 3 Are "cool colors" available? No ...

TAMKO Building Products Inc.(Metal Shingle Roundup)
July 1, 2007... Name of metal shingle: METALWORKS[R] Steel Shingles Profile: StoneCrest Slate Finish: Embossed finish to help create a natural, realistic look that closely replicates slate. Size: 39 3/4 inches by 12. inches ...

Having it A.L.L.: California building supplier celebrates 70th anniversary.
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Jerry Lessel is a creature of habit. His work routine is virtually the same each day. And, as the company his father founded turns 70, Jerry Lessel sees this anniversary year as an opportunity to celebrate more of...

Set in an instant, devised for the long haul: seamless membrane designed for roofing and waterproofing applications.(PRODUCT PROFILE)
July 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] People in every industry are on the lookout for a better product. They also want a history of solid performance. The problem is it's impossible to have a revolutionary breakthrough product with a proven track...

Gutter goods line.(Focus On: Drip Edge, Flashing and Gutter Systems)
July 1, 2007... RHEINZINK America Inc. has announced an expansion of the company's sales and marketing efforts for its line of gutter goods and accessories for residential and commercial applications. RHEINZINK has been used extensively for drainage...

Flexible flashing.(Focus On: Drip Edge, Flashing and Gutter Systems)
July 1, 2007... FlexFlash High Profile is a flexible headwall and sidewall flashing that expands up to 33 percent. It is available in copper and aluminum. It is designed for "S" type and other high profile tiles. FlexFlash HP is fully recyclable, highly...

Hidden gutter hangers.(Focus On: Drip Edge, Flashing and Gutter Systems)
July 1, 2007... Raytec Manufacturing has been catering to gutter and roofing contractors for over 30 years. Gutter contractors have reported that the patented Hangtite and Hangfast hidden gutter hangers are the strongest hangers in the industry. Hangtite is...

Metal edge system.(Focus On: Drip Edge, Flashing and Gutter Systems)
July 1, 2007... The Firestone UNA-Edge Metal Edge System includes three edge securement products: Coping System, GravelStop System and DripEdge System and meets the International Building Code (IBC) compliance for edge-metal flashings. The system includes...

Redesigned gutter system.(Focus On: Drip Edge, Flashing and Gutter Systems)
July 1, 2007... W.P. Hickman Company offers a new, heavy-gauge industrial gutter system with an interior strap that eliminates the need for exterior hangers, creating a smoother line that is more aesthetically pleasing. Available in three shapes, box, chamfer...

Gutter protection system.(Focus On: Drip Edge, Flashing and Gutter Systems)
July 1, 2007... Flo-Free Leaf Guards are unnoticeable from the ground, easily installed in any gutter system, and very profitable. Fast training cycle for companies with certification is available. For more information, call for Special Flo-Free Trial Kit and...

Seamless Gutter System.(Focus On: Drip Edge, Flashing and Gutter Systems)
July 1, 2007... Garrety Manufacturing Inc. roll forms Seamless Commercial Gutter Systems on site in the Northeastern United States. The company supplies 7-inch box gutters with and without a roof flange; 6-inch and 5-inch K gutter in .050/.040/.032 aluminum;...

Copper-clad stainless gutters.(Focus On: Drip Edge, Flashing and Gutter Systems)
July 1, 2007... Copper-cladded stainless steel is a cost-efficient alternative to copper. With savings upwards of 25 percent, copper clad stainless steel delivers the beauty, durability and integrity of solid copper. Solid copper strips metallurgically bond to...

Continuous box gutters.(Focus On: Drip Edge, Flashing and Gutter Systems)
July 1, 2007... A.R.J. Inc. of Wickliffe, Ohio, has designed a continuous roll-forming machine able to roll out continuous box gutters in 6-inch, 7-inch, 8-in inch and 10-inch dimensions. The company can work in .032, .040, .050 aluminum; 22- and 24-gauge...

New gutter design.(Focus On: Drip Edge, Flashing and Gutter Systems)
July 1, 2007... RainPro from Englert Inc. is a revolutionary new residential gutter design that provides a much greater capacity for water flow than a conventional 5-inch K Gutter system while adding elegant architectural lines and shadowing to the roofline...

Copper, aluminum and steel gutters.(Focus On: Drip Edge, Flashing and Gutter Systems)
July 1, 2007... For over 130 years, Berger Building Products Inc. has been a leading manufacturer of roof drainage products such as gutter systems that are available in copper, aluminum, and steel. The company also provides soffit, fascia, trim coil, drip...

Permanent gutter protection.(Focus On: Drip Edge, Flashing and Gutter Systems)
July 1, 2007... 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...