Category: Roofs
Roof coatings, materials and projects
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AAMA releases new selection and application guide for plastic-glazed skylights and sloped glazing
The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) recently released a new document to provide guidance and sound technical information on the various aspects and considerations that need to be considered when applying plastic-glazed skylights and sloped glazing as an enhancement to a building design.
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Standard Solar installs multi-building solar system
Standard Solar, Inc. announces the completion of a 708 kilowatt (kW) solar project for Montgomery County, MD-based commercial real estate developer, DANAC, LLC. The project, featuring a parking garage solar canopy, a solar carport and a rooftop system, was completed in late 2016 and was recently named a finalist for a 2016 Wintergreen Award for Excellence in Green Building.
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Hurlingham Racquet Centre’s light green roof features Kerto® LVL
The Hurlingham project in London involved the construction of a sports complex including four indoor tennis courts and four squash courts. The racquet hall, designed by David Morley Architects, is 35 meters wide and 55 meters long. The main span consists of suspended steel beams. To give the courts space and reduce the costs, the beams are spaced with large gaps of 12.9 meters. To fill these gaps, the architect wanted to see wood.
Read MoreGAF launches Roof-Integrated Solar System at International Builders’ Show
The GAF DecoTech™ System, introduced at the International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Orlando, Florida, couples with innovative, attractive, and affordable solar technology with fast, safe, and easy installation by roofing contractors.
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ROOF COATINGS, MATERIALS AND PROJECTS
NCI Building Systems and Ply Gem Building Products create Cornerstone Building Brands following merger
NCI Building Systems, Inc. which recently merged with Ply Gem Building Products, announces it will officially operate as Cornerstone Building Brands effective May 24, 2019. The new name represents the Company’s unified commitment to business transformation that will drive future growth and effectively serve customers and communities across North America.
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Western Specialty Contractors installs new roof, removes skylights at Peoria realtor office
A portion of the building’s roof (16,700 sq. ft) was barrel shaped and featured a modified roofing system that had been directly adhered to a wood deck. Due to the extent of the roof’s deterioration and leaking, Western’s crews recommended applying a new TPO mechanically fastened roof on top of the existing one, replacing the gutters, installing TPO wall flashing, and removing and infilling the old skylights with HVAC penetrations.
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BLUEFIN announces new CEO, president and five staff promotions
BLUEFIN, LLC, a national consulting firm for commercial roofs, pavement, and building envelope, is proud to announce two internal executives assume roles of president and chief executive officer (CEO) and the following five staff promotions effective immediately. Jeremiah “Miah” Dancy becomes president of BLUEFIN and Richard Rast moves from president into the newly created role of the CEO.
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RHEINZINK zinc roofing can provide up to 80 years of service and timeless aesthetics
Combining a timeless appearance with a natural patina and time-tested performance that can last generations, RHEINZINK offers architectural grade zinc roofing products in CLASSIC® bright rolled, prePATINA® blue-gray and graphite-gray, and artCOLOR® in an array of colors. Suitable for commercial or residential projects, designed in traditional or modern architectural styles, RHEINZINK roofing system applications include double lock and single lock, interlocking tiles and batten seam, roofs. Often preferred for steep-sloped roofs, RHEINZINK products also work well on valleys, hip and ridge caps, drip edges, step flashing, dormers, cupolas, parapets and more.
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Firestone Building Products introduces FullForce EPDM™
Firestone Building Products Company, LLC (FSBP) recently introduced industry-first FullForce™ EPDM, the next evolution of Secure Bond™ systems. According to Firestone Building Products, FullForce EPDM can be installed more than four times faster than standard adhered EPDM. and in temperatures as low as 20 degrees Fahrenheit.
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January/February 2019 PRISM featuring acoustics in education facility design, 2019 color trends in commercial spaces, window films, and healthcare facility projects: Inspira Medical Center and the Palos Health South Campus.
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Guide to Green Building – Product of the Week
Sto RapidGuard is a single-component, multi-use air barrier and waterproofing material that seals rough openings, seams, sheathing joints, cracks, penetrations, and transitions in above-grade wall construction.
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