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Tracing the rise of PVC in the market
By Emma Peterson. As PVC rises in market share, it’s important to understand why it’s so popular. In Season 6, Episode 2 of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth spoke to Lane Reed and Tony Vieira of Mule-Hide Products about PVC membranes. This is a type of single-ply membrane ...
Improving efficiency on the job bundle by bundle
By Equipter. Before you rent a shingle lift for your next roof replacement, consider the additional capabilities of the Equipter 4000 to ensure the best value for your money. Hoisting shingles manually up a ladder before starting a new job can be incredibly dangerous for contractors and lead to potential ...
Stocking your top shelf with products
By Emma Peterson. Learn how to build the best product portfolio with the TopShield® line. As a roofing contractor, you need both the right installation training for your crews and top-of-the-line materials. But it can be difficult to know what products to choose with the many options and varieties available ...
Examining the economics of wide-width thermoplastic roofing rolls
By Dani Sheehan. Are wide-width rolls more cost-efficient than narrower rolls? Considering the full spectrum of costs including labor, materials, equipment and safety suggests not. Wide-width thermoplastic roofing rolls are often marketed as a more efficient and cost-effective solution compared to their narrower counterparts. However, a deeper analysis published in ...
A palette of possibilities with this bonding sealant
By Dani Sheehan. Geocel’s bonding sealant is ideal for adhering cement roofing tiles and provides a solution that will ensure structural integrity and a watertight finish every time. The secret to a durable, long-lasting roof lies not just in the materials you use, but in the quality of the sealant ...
Diving deeper with the DORA directory
By Emma Peterson. Get more options with the quick, easy to use and free directory designed by and for industry consultants. While at the 2024 International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) convention and trade show in March, Heidi J. Ellsworth got to catch up with Michelle Jones at the ...
Keep it simple – Keep it real
By The RIDGEPRO. Avoid workplace frustration by remembering that complexity doesn’t necessarily improve every situation. Life’s complicated these days. Our cars tell us where to go; our mobile phones remind us to take out the trash; the coffee maker lets us know it’s time to order more coffee beans. Even the refrigerator ...
Breaking the mold using coil coatings
By Sherwin-Williams Coil Coatings. The Alan Apartments showcase the power of Fluropon coil coating systems to give monumental and vibrant architecture the power to stand the test of time. The talent of architects comes in many different forms. Sometimes it is important to design the new building to ...
From leaks to longevity
By CertainTeed. How an innovative waterproofing method saved a federal building in Pittsburgh from extensive excavation and disruption. In a significant move towards efficient and effective building maintenance, a federal facility in Pennsylvania, that underwent major rehabilitation, adopted the DE NEEF® waterproofing injection solution. This innovative technique formed a curtain ...
50-Year warranty on snow retention products from Rocky Mountain Snow Guards leads industry
With a no-callback situation and a 50-year warranty, snow retention is easier for both the property owner and roofing contractor. Imagine the masses of snow and ice that metal snow guards, fences and bars repeatedly hold back year after year on homes and commercial projects. Now, consider a no-callback situation and ...
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