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Work boots that won't hurt

Georgia Boot^® has made available Amplitude and Hammer HD, two new work boot collections designed for comfort. Amplitude work boots feature a high-performance interior mesh lining, Georgia Waterproof System and durable rubber toe and heel protection, as well as an Advanced Memory Polyurethane insole and an oil- and slip-resistant outer sole. Hammer HD work boots reportedly are ideal for rugged job sites and feature a wider toe box, Georgia Waterproof System and abrasion-resistant heel covering, as well as Georgia Boot's Comfort Core 5 insole and an outer sole that won't leave marks and resists abrasion, chemicals, heat and oil. Boots in both collections are made from full-grain leather and have an ergonomically fit composite safety toe said to fit the contours of the foot for comfort and flexibility.
www.georgiaboot.com

Lightweight self-rescue unit

3M™ has introduced DBI-SALA Self-Rescue 50, a self-rescue unit featuring a universal harness attachment. The flexible, lightweight device allows a user to lower himself or herself to the ground after a fall. An EZ-Link™ D-ring serves as a quick connection point for lanyards or personal self-retracting lifelines, and an assisted rescue ring reportedly enables remote access and deployment by a co-worker if the user is incapable of activating the device. DBI-SALA Self-Rescue 50 comes with a 50-foot rope; lengths up to 100 feet also are available.
www.3m.com

A Velcro^® roof system

OmniMax has introduced the OmniMax Roofing System, which uses industrial-strength hook-and-loop Velcro to fasten a shingle's entire surface to a roof deck. The OmniMax Roofing System can be installed with cutting tools and does not penetrate roof decks. Made of 60 percent recycled material, the system reportedly can resist high winds and impacts, has no minimum or maximum temperature requirements for installation, and will not curl over time.
www.omnimaxroofing.com

Shake and slate shingles come in many colors

CertainTeed Corp. has introduced Arcadia Shake^® shingles and Belmont™ asphalt shingles. Arcadia Shake shingles are made from four layers of asphalt, replicate classic wood shakes, are Class A fire-rated and available in a variety of colors. Belmont asphalt shingles are available in six colors said to imitate the depth and dimension of natural slate. Belmont shingles reportedly are wind- and fire-resistant and available in a Class IV impact-resistant version.
www.certainteed.com

Safety clothing that keeps you cool

Ergodyne has added several products to its line of GloWear^® Hi-Vis Apparel. The 8216BA Type R Class 2 Mesh Vest features a breakaway design to prevent entanglement; the 8246Z Type R Class 2 Two-Tone Mesh Vest incorporates reflective binding for improved nighttime visibility; and the 8253HDZ Type R Class 2 Mesh Surveyors Vest is heavy-duty with webbing reinforcements and storage. The 8280BK Type R Class 2 T-Shirt and the 8281BK Type R Class 2 Long Sleeve T-Shirt have black fronts and accents said to hide wear and tear, and the 8005 Hi-Vis Mesh Neck Shade provides shade for a user's neck without trapping heat. All the products reportedly are made with a breathable, ANSI-compliant knit for heat-stress management and provide ANSI-compliant visibility.
www.ergodyne.com

Lightweight panel system

R-50 Systems LLC has introduced Rich-E-Board,™ a 1 1/2-inch-thick insulated composite panel system said to provide an R-value of 50. Rich-E-Board's lightweight design includes R-50 Systems' Vacuum Insulated Panel, two polymeric foam cover boards on both sides of the panel, and adhesive ribbons that bind the cover boards and panel together. The mold- and fire-resistant system reportedly can be installed on most roof decks and support all conventional low-slope roof systems.
www.r-50.com

Silicone coating levels rough surfaces

Progressive Materials LLC has introduced its Pro-Level SL 800 Surface Leveling Coating. The self-leveling 100 percent silicone coating is designed for use as a surface-leveler for roofing projects with surfaces too rough or uneven to apply a traditional roof coating. The coating reportedly will migrate to the lowest parts of gravel built-up roof systems and fill cracks in smooth-surfaced built-up roof systems. The coating can be rolled on or applied with a heavy-duty airless spray unit.
www.pmsilicone.com

PipeGuard made for smaller pipes

OMG Roofing Products has introduced its Strut Model Safety Yellow PipeGuard with an integrated roller for applications requiring pipes with 4-inch or smaller diameters. Made from 100 percent recycled HDPE, the Strut Model Safety Yellow PipeGuard features a 10-inch-wide triangular base said to shed water and provide strength and stability for increased load capacity. The integrated roller is designed to accommodate horizontal pipe movement caused by thermal expansion and contraction and can be adjusted from 5 1/2 to 11 inches high to accommodate most rooftop pipes. The Strut Model Safety Yellow PipeGuard reportedly is compatible with all commercial roofing materials.
www.omgroofing.com

Warning-line stands now more durable

Quicksilver Engineering has redesigned its SpeedStand Warning-line System for fall protection on low-slope roofs. The one-piece stand reportedly sets up in 1.5 seconds and now features 3/4-inch fused EPDM rubber pads said to improve wear resistance and increase skid resistance on slippery roofs.
www.qe-1.com

Cover roof holes from static vents

Quarrix^® has made available the Quarrix Smart Plug™ Roof Patch designed to cover holes left in roofs when static vents are converted to ridge ventilation. The Quarrix Smart Plug Roof Patch reportedly is easy to install with a nail gun and made with heavy-duty 24-gauge galvanized steel and oriented strand board sheathing to attain a 700-pound weight-limit rating. The roof patch is available in 8- and 12-inch square sizes to fit standard-sized holes left by box, slant-back and turbine static vents.
www.quarrix.com

Snow-retention system snaps together

AceClamp has made available its ColorSnap^®-M snow-retention system for low-slope, single-ply membrane roof systems. The system features a snap-together design secured by fasteners through a membrane and heat-welded in place to create a watertight seal. During installation, no cuts or additional flashing or adhesives are required, and a ColorSnap insert reportedly allows workers to match the ColorSnap-M snow-retention system to existing roofing materials.
www.aceclamp.com

Mobile game tests fall-protection knowledge

Simcoach Skill Arcade has made available its Harness Hero mobile game. Developed under the guidance of construction industry safety professionals, the game is said to test players' knowledge of fall-protection topics. At each step in the game, a player makes a decision regarding fall protection, such as where to anchor and how to set up a harness, and performs equipment inspections. At the end of a play, the player encounters a fall and witnesses either a rescue or injury based on how well he or she set up the fall-arrest system. Harness Hero is available from the iOS App Store, Amazon App Store and Google Play.
www.simcoachgames.com

Edge metal profile fastens easily

Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc. has introduced its EclipsEdge™ edge metal profile for single-ply membrane roof systems. The edge system's two-part design with a base and top cover reportedly eases installations of raised roof edges, gravel stops and full coping caps for TPO, PVC and EPDM membrane roof systems. Available in prefinished steel, aluminum, stainless steel and bonderized steel, EclipsEdge features pre-punched fastener holes and is said to meet ANSI's wind-design standard for edge systems.
www.mulehide.com

A lighter roof board

USG Corp. has redesigned its USG SECUROCK^® Brand Glass-Mat Roof Board. The board now features an UltraLight core said to make it 18 percent lighter than similar products. The roof board can be used in mechanically attached roof systems; protects roof systems from hail and foot traffic; and reportedly resists fire, moisture and mold.
www.usg.com

One-piece synthetic shingles

F-Wave™ LLC has made available its F-Wave Revia™ line of synthetic roofing shingles. The shingles feature single-piece construction using F-Wave ZFT™ Technology, a blend of commercial-grade materials said to provide durability and weather-resistance. The shingles have a wide reinforced nailing area for easy installation and are available in three profiles—premium dimensional, hand-split shake and slate.
www.f-wave.com