Roofing Contractor articles from November 2006

Roofing Contractor archives from November 2006

Twenty-five years and counting.(Editor's Note)
November 1, 2006... This issue of Roofing Contractor officially marks our 25th anniversary. While we are thrilled to reach this new height, we recognize that we have a job to do. No matter our age or past accomplishments, we are only as good as our most recent...

Elk Slate Products acquires SlateDirect.(Industry News)
November 1, 2006... DALLAS -- ElkCorp's subsidiary, Elk Slate Products Inc., announced it has completed the acquisition of SlateDirect L.P., the manufacturer of the TruSlate[TM] patented slate roofing system. The company stated it will add the slate to its product...

Roofing Contractor holds third 'Best of Success'.(Industry News)
November 1, 2006... PHOENIX -- A record number of roofing industry professionals attended the third annual Best of Success Conference, held Sept. 21-22. Hosted by Roofing Contractor magazine, the event drew more than 240 attendees to the Pointe South Mountain...

Firestone purchases GenFlex.(Industry News)(Firestone Building)(Firestone Building Products Co. acquired with GenFlex Building Products)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... FAIRLAWN, Ohio -- Firestone Building Products Company, a division of BFS Diversified Products LLC, purchased GenFlex Building Products, a division of chemicals maker Omnova Solutions Inc. GenFlex was comprised of 100 employees and had been in...

Online registration available for IRE 2007.(Industry News)
November 1, 2006... DALLAS -- Online registration is now open for the 2007 International Roofing Expo (IRE), which will be held March 6-8, 2007, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendees who register before Jan. 22 will receive early-bird pricing rates. Online...

CertainTeed enters Cool Roof market.(Industry News)
November 1, 2006... VALLEY FORGE, Pa. -- CertainTeed Corp. has released its new Flintglas[R] Mineral Surfaced Cap Sheet with Cool-Star[TM] energy-saving reflective surface. Rated by the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC), the product is compliant with California...

BASF receives Clean Energy Award.(Industry News)
November 1, 2006... FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- BASF was the recipient of a New Jersey Clean Energy Leadership Awards for the company's "Better Home, Better Planet Initiative: Near-Zero Energy Home" in Paterson, N.J. The company built the prototype home with more than...

Interstate holds educational contest.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2006... PROVO, Spain -- Interstate Roofing Supply sponsored its first annual coil nail gun roofing contest. Over 300 contractors attended, with 41 competing for the fastest installation of three bundles of CertainTeed Landmark 30 shingles on a 6:12...

DECRA celebrates 50th anniversary.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2006... CORONA, Calif. -- DECRA Roofing Systems Inc. announced the upcoming 50th anniversary of DECRA Stone Coated Steel Roofing. "Decra's employees have exhibited a strong desire for our company's success," stated President and CEO Bo Hudson. The...

Hiring and retaining good employees.(Smart Business)(Column)
November 1, 2006... Year after year, company after company, industry after industry, I keep hearing business owners tell me the biggest problem they have is finding good employees. I don't have any magical solutions to offer, but a little common sense might...

Why per square pricing does not work.(Measuring up)
November 1, 2006... It has been awhile since I broached the subject of per square pricing and the perils it presents for roofing contractors. It is such an important topic that I would like to revisit it and once again caution roofers as to why per square pricing...

Common shingle application mistakes.(Technical Details)
November 1, 2006... All successful roof projects require that the installers adhere to proper application methods. Improper workmanship contributes to a decrease in the roof systems service life. All types of roof systems--both steep-slope and low-slope...

Extremely steep roof work.(Safety Advice)(Column)
November 1, 2006... OSHA defines a "steep roof" as any roof with a rise/run ratio over 4:12 (18.43 degrees). While most standard-pitched residential roofs seldom exceed a 12:12 pitch (45 degrees), the landscape is occasionally marked by a design which harkens back...

Keeping Latinos safe on the job.(Success With Hispanics)
November 1, 2006... Ramon didn't understand. He said he did, but he didn't. He said he did because he wanted to make his supervisor happy. Making his supervisor happy cost him his life. Making his supervisor happy cost his family their husband, their father, their...

Where are they now? A look back on the 25th anniversary of roofing contractor.
November 1, 2006... There's been a lot of water over the roof since 1981, when The Roofer Magazine (as it was then called) premiered. With artistic covers, human interest stories, the latest news and expanded coverage of new innovations, the magazine helped usher...

Commitment to excellence: firm's dedication to customer service keeps the Jorve Corporation on top in Seattle.(MOST INTRIGUING CONTRACTOR)(Company overview)
November 1, 2006... Roofing contractors find out early that the job doesn't end with installing the shingles. If there's a leak at the chimney, a skylight, or some other roof penetration--even if it's installed long after the roof system is completed--invariably...

Who's your MVP? These contractors get by with a little help from their business partners.
November 1, 2006... When it comes to installing something as complicated as roofing systems, no company gets the job done all by itself. Roofing contractors rely on material manufacturers, distributors, salespeople, subcontractors, bankers, lawyers, accountants...

Rigid Roll Plus[R] shingle-over ridge vents.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 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.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 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...

ValleyVent[TM].(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 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...

AMSI offers the "Roofer's Kit" in a bucket safety combo.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 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.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 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)
November 1, 2006... 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 of its performance...

Duro-Last Roofing.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 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...

Natural slate roofing from American Slate Company.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 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....

GAF Materials Corp.'s Camelot(TM).(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 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...

Rain Flow.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 1, 2006... 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...

More Support from Met Fab.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 1, 2006... 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 commercial...

The Red Dragon RD Series Roof Dryers.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 1, 2006... The Red Dragon RD Series Roof Dryers defrost, dry and get you back on the job with minimum effort. Their rugged design and user-friendly features make them the perfect choice for roofing professionals. The Roof Dryers work by combining high...

Raytec Manufacturing is launching the new and improved redesigned Hangfast.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 1, 2006... Raytec Manufacturing is launching the new and improved redesigned Hangfast. According to company spokesman, "Hangfast was always engineered for strength, now it has been improved and re-designed for faster, easier installation. This new and...

Triangle Fastener Corp.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 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...

Everhard.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 1, 2006... Everhard designed the new Roll-N-Chek(TM) seam roller to increase the quality and efficiency of your welded seam work. Everhard's newest seam roller saves you time and money on every job. The Roll-N-Chek(TM) has a built-in seam tester that lets...

Landmark(TM) Premium Designer Shingles.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 1, 2006... Landmark(TM) Premium Designer Shingles, part of the popular Landmark Series from CertainTeed, now feature several new colors. These colors are enhanced to be bolder, more vibrant and higher in contrast. With a lifetime warranty, Landmark...

The Garlock Equipment Co.'s Rubberized Asphalt Melters (RAM).(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 1, 2006... The Garlock Equipment Co.'s Rubberized Asphalt Melters (RAM) heat rubberized asphalt to the ideal temperature in as little as 45 minutes. Material is heated in an oil-jacketed, ceramic-lined chamber using an indirect-fired burner. Indirect...

Versatile G-P Gypsum DensDeck(R) roof boards from Georgia-Pacific Corp.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 1, 2006... Versatile G-P Gypsum DensDeck(R) roof boards from Georgia-Pacific Corp. are used as cover boards, overlayments, underlayments and separator boards, and offer fire and mold resistance, strength and dimensional stability. DensDeck roof boards...

The BIL-Guard(R) Hatch Railing system.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 1, 2006... The BIL-Guard(R) Hatch Railing system provides a permanent means of fall protection for hatch openings. Tested and proven to meet and exceed OSHA standard CFR 1910.23, it features a quickmount bracket for fast, secure attachment to the...

RooferPro's Online Roofing Estimation Software.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 1, 2006... RooferPro's Online Roofing Estimation Software is a powerful sales solution. The system was developed for roofers by roofers to handle the tasks a roofing contractor faces each day. With the RooferPro system you can track, manage and market to...

Allied Building Products introduces the first edition of its Tool and Equipment Catalog.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 1, 2006... Allied Building Products introduces the first edition of its Tool and Equipment Catalog. This 192-page, full-color publication contains thousands of items including hand and power tools, fasteners, sealants, paint, safety apparel and equipment,...

Enovate(R) blowing agent from Honeywell.(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 1, 2006... Enovate(R) blowing agent from Honeywell offers benefits for contractors and building owners. A spray foam roofing system formulated with Honeywell Enovate blowing agent not only reduces overall installation time, it reduces labor requirements....

TAMKO Building Products Inc. introduces TAM-RAIL(TM).(Product and Literature Showcase)
November 1, 2006... TAMKO Building Products Inc. introduces TAM-RAIL(TM), a new triple-layer, low-maintenance white composite railing system offering thick walls, outstanding stiffness, and superior rigidity--all in a product that is light in weight. TAM-RAIL is...

Palfinger.(Focus On Lift Equipment)
November 1, 2006... Palfinger's versatile PW310 material handling crane operates by dual circuit manual control with a joystick and foot pedal, or an optional high-flow single-circuit radio remote control. It features a 21-foot, 8-inch outrigger spread for...

Beta Max.(Focus On Lift Equipment)
November 1, 2006... The Leo XXL portable hoist from Beta Max Inc. offers I-beam mounting and a choice of 400- or 800-pound capacity equipment baskets. The hoist's integrated variable frequency drive controllers allow operators to delicately move glass and other...

Bil-Jax.(Focus On Lift Equipment)
November 1, 2006... Bil-Jax Inc.'s new Summit Series(TM) 4527A trailer-mounted boom lift has an articulated aerial work platform, a 51-foot working height and a 27-foot outreach. It is available with either 24V-DC battery power or a combination DC and Honda gas...

Garlock.(Focus On Lift Equipment)
November 1, 2006... The Versalift 600 material handling system from Garlock Equipment Co. can be set up in as little as 15 minutes without CDL crane drivers, special conveyor transit permits or hydraulic hoists. Its 600-pound capacity and 200 feet per minute line...

Giuffre Bros. Cranes.(Focus On Lift Equipment)
November 1, 2006... Giuffre Bros. Cranes Inc.'s new 18-ton Dino 1800 and 25-ton Dino 2500 truck-mounted Terex cranes are available for immediate delivery. The 1800 offers a maximum tip height of 120 feet when equipped with its optional 40-foot jib, while the...

Safety Hoist.(Focus On Lift Equipment)
November 1, 2006... The new CH-200 material hoist from Safety Hoist Co. has a 200-pound lift capacity. It features a steel base with grease-fitted bearings mounted on the outside of the unit for easy maintenance and longer bearing life. The lift has heavy-duty...

Sellick.(Focus On Lift Equipment)
November 1, 2006... The new S series rough terrain forklifts from Sellick Equipment Ltd. were designed to improve operator safety, visibility, ergonomics and accessibility. The operator platform is attached to the frame by rubber mounts to reduce noise and...

RGC.(Focus On Lift Equipment)
November 1, 2006... The RGC Pro400 platform hoist has a 400-pound lift capacity, gas or electric powered drives, and 12, 16, 28 or 44 feet of track. An optional Power Pro drive features no clutch belt guide, improved motor sheaves and greater reliability. The...

Spar-Marathon.(Focus On Lift Equipment)
November 1, 2006... The HS2000 hydraulic swing hoist from Spar-Marathon Roofing Supplies has a 2000-pound capacity and a maximum hoist speed of 170 feet per minute. With a split frame designed for portability, its high-strength tubing requires no special tools for...

Combilift.(Focus On Lift Equipment)
November 1, 2006... Comblift Inc.'s new forklift, the GT Electric Sideloader, is the company's first hydrostatic electric-powered sideloader. Its simple electric design has all the features of the company's internal combustion sideloader with less breakable...

Princeton.(Focus On Lift Equipment)
November 1, 2006... The Princeton Delivery Systems' PiggyBack[R] PBX truck-mounted, rough-terrain forklift was designed specifically for construction site delivery. It features Single-side Off-Loading Operation (S.O.L.O.), which permits off-loading of entire loads...

Roofmaster.(Focus On Lift Equipment)
November 1, 2006... Roofmaster's HVAC Jak system allows reroofers to avoid costly moving of rooftop HVAC units for waterproofing. Available in two models, the four-inch lift has four hydraulic jacks that elevate a small or moderate size HVAC unit four-inches above...

TranzSporter.(Focus On Lift Equipment)
November 1, 2006... The new LH2000 platform hoist from TranzSporter Roofing Products has a steel-reinforced aluminum base that weighs 50 pounds less than full steel models. Powered by a standard gas or optional electric engine, the lift has a 200-pound capacity....