The Importance of Pipe Collars

By: Cayden Wemple 

Wil-Mar's pipe collars are an efficient way to eliminate the existing problem when sealing a vent pipe to a roof flashing. 

The pipe collar is a great little gadget that helps resolve the problem when sealing a vent pipe to a roof flashing. Essentially, it is a special piece of rubber that sustains its shape in hi-lo temperatures, oil explosion, and is great for ozone and sunlight resistance. The pipe collar has a very unique plunger shape that allows it to slide down any pipe. Whether it’s plastic, copper or galvanized, the pipe collar stays firmly attached to the pipe and only moves when the rest of the pipe moves. Because the device only attaches to the pipe and not the flashing, it eliminates the need for tape or mastic, which has been known to easily break down. Eliminating the tape and mastic also significantly decreases the likelihood of the pipe breaking away from the flashing which often causes costly leaks.  

Why Choose Wil-Mar? 

Wil-Mar's pipe collar meets ASTM D-2000 standards for hi-lo temperature, oil, and ozone and sunlight resistance. ASTM D-2000 is an industry specification that provides buyers and suppliers an understanding of the industry standard for rubber. In essence, it describes the physical properties of rubber in a standardized way. (elastoproxy.com) Wil-Mar also offers a warranty on the pipe collars they sell. They come in a variety of sizes as well including: ¾'’, 1’’, 1 ½'’, 2’’, 3’’ and 4’’ 

Wil-Mar is a reliable company that prides itself on its products and customer service. They are a small business with a lot of heart and they make quality products. Supporting small businesses like Wil-Mar benefits not only them, but you can feel good about supporting a business that is doing their due-diligence in providing quality products for the construction and roofing industry.  

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About Cayden  

Cayden is a reporter for RoofersCoffeeShop, MetalCoffeeShop and AskARoofer. When he isn’t writing about roofs, he’s usually playing guitar or writing songs for his musical endeavors.