Innovative Products
What is the Deal With Retractable Stadium Roofs?
By Cass Jacoby. More and more stadiums are adopting retractable roofs to act as an umbrella over games and events, but how do these structures work? Roofs are very particular. They are strong and protect us from the elements, yet can be taken down by the smallest trickle of water ...
Armourshake™ Now a Class 4 Shingle
By IKO North America. Representatives from IKO® give their take on why the Armourshake shingle is so reliable and what makes both IKO® and Roofmart fantastic companies. Armourshake™ is one of the best shingles offered in the roofing industry today. It has been given a Class 4 Impact Resistance Rating, ...
How to Virtually Eliminate Human Error on Your Building Measurements
By Cass Jacoby. The Falcon Roof Measurement tool is designed to eliminate error and increase productivity. Ask your contractors to ensure accuracy and redeploy labor with Metal-Era and Hickman’s Regional Technical Services Team. Metal-Era and Hickman Edge Systems have one of the broadest portfolios of tested roofing and building envelope ...
The End of Drafty Windows
By Cass Jacoby. WindowWrap Powerbond® is MFM Buildings’ leading edge self-adhering window and door waterproofing tape, designed to go the extra mile protecting the home. In today’s economy, builders and homeowners alike want maximum value out of their building materials. When it comes to windows and doors, that means products ...
Owens Corning Expands Algae Resistance Warranty Coverage
Owens Corning is transitioning shingle lines and all hip and ridge shingles to a 25-year Algae Resistance Limited Warranty. Owens Corning is investing in the longevity of a roof’s curb appeal as it transitions shingle lines and all hip and ridge shingles to a 25-year Algae Resistance Limited Warranty (up from ...
A Roofing Underlayment That Resists the Elements
By Polyglass. The Polystick® XFR underlayment is resistant to high temperatures and harsh worksite conditions. Underlayments on roofs are crucial to the long life of roof systems. They are a necessary line of defense against water damage and keep roof coverings and substrates separate. Because they are so essential to enhancing the ...
This Magic Metal Sealant is Exactly What Your Metal Roof Needs
By Cass Jacoby. Titebond® WeatherMaster™ Metal Roof Sealant is the high-performance sealant that offers homeowners peace of mind AND a strong adhesive. Bonding something to metal can be tricky. Metal roofs come with a lot of movement, as the metal itself expands in hot temperatures and contracts in cold temperatures. ...
New ASU Building is Above and Beyond Sustainable
By Lisa Barnard, GCP. High-performance research facility dedicated to sustainability reaches high bar for sustainability requirements. The Interdisciplinary Science and Technology 7 (ISTB-7) building at Arizona State University is now one of the most modern and ambitious LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) projects on campus. The new, approximately ...
PABCO Premier from PABCO Roofing Products Delivers Maximum Value in Asphalt Shingles
Popular premier line of architectural laminated shingles delivers premium appearance and performance, and transferrable warranty. Exceptional quality defines every line of asphalt shingle manufactured by PABCO® Roofing Products. Available in a variety of designs and colors, there is a PABCO Roofing Products shingle made precisely for most any price range and ...
Examining Types of Self-Adhered Roofing Underlayments
By Rob White, GCP. Granular or smooth? Why surface is the key to selecting the right self-adhered roofing underlayment. Since the underlayment was introduced well over 100 years ago, there have been numerous advances in their design. However, just like the placement of these materials, these innovations have ...
