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Accessory paint matches shingles

GAF-Elk has introduced its ShingleMatch™ Roof Accessory Paint, which is said to hide roof protrusions such as stacks, vent pipes, exhaust vents and flashings. It can be used to match GAF-Elk shingles or as a complement to other shingle brands.

ShingleMatch Roof Accessory Paint is available in eight colors and reportedly can be used on metal, aluminum, plastic, wood, masonry and concrete. The accessory paint features an exterior acrylic enamel that is said to be durable and resist the elements.

Web site: www.gaf.com
Telephone: (973) 628-3000

Machine is portable

New Tech Machinery has introduced its SSQ™ multiprofile portable roof panel machine, which features a "Quick Change" tooling system that is said to allow users to perform a complete profile change in 45 minutes.

SSQ is available with New Tech Machinery's Quick Change Power Pack,™ which reportedly allows users to operate the roof panel machine using a gas or electric motor. SSQ also features an "Easy Offset" tooling rail-alignment system and "Quick Remove" covers that reportedly require no tools.

Web site: www.newtechmachinery.com
Telephone: (800) 574-1717

Composite material contains copper

York® Manufacturing Inc. has introduced Soleil,™ a copper-aluminum composite material made with York Manufacturing's Everlam™ technology.

Soleil reportedly looks like copper and is flexible, lightweight and environmentally friendly. Roof valleys and roof drip edges are available in Soleil composite material.

Web site: www.yorkmfg.com
Telephone: (800) 551-2828

Membranes are reflective

Polyglass® USA Inc. has introduced its Kool Roof Solutions Package, which includes Polykool,™ Polybianko™ and Polyfresko™ white self-adhering roof membranes. The membranes, which are designed for low-slope roof applications, are said to be reflective and energy-efficient.

Polyglass USA's Kool Roof Solutions Package membranes are manufactured with Polyglass' ADESO® dual-compound technology and feature a self-adhering bottom ply and a top ply made of an APP polymer-modified bitumen compound. The membranes also feature a fiberglass-reinforced polyester mat that is made from recycled content. The membranes are said to enhance roof system performance and durability.

Web site: www.polyglass.com
Telephone: (800) 222-9782

Downspouts can be customized

Chris Industries Inc. has added 4-inch plain round and round corrugated downspouts and elbows to its roll-forming capabilities. The downspouts and elbows are available in copper, Kynar®-coated steel and Kynar-coated aluminum.

The downspouts and elbows are said to be durable and cost-effective and reportedly match metal roof panels and gutters. They can be cut to custom lengths and are available with matching caulk and rivets.

Web site: www.chrisind.com
Telephone: (800) 356-7922

Spacer bar eliminates gaps

J.S. Design has introduced its 24-inch Universal Spacer Bar, which reportedly supports trapezoidal standing-seam roof panel ribs during clip installation and eliminates gaps around metal closures.

The Universal Spacer Bar reportedly prevents waves in panel ribs and prevents panels from sliding off modules. The spacer bar also is available in custom sizes.

Web site: www.metaltools.com
Telephone: (812) 248-4788

Brackets offer variety

TRA-Mage Inc. has introduced its decorative brackets for standing-seam and corrugated metal roof systems. The brackets are available in moose, tree, bear, starburst, maple leaf and mushroom shapes. The brackets reportedly are engineered based on a roof system's type, slope and anticipated snow load.

TRA-Mage also has introduced its SnowBracket™ for PVC and TPO low-slope roof systems. The bracket reportedly is designed based on sheathing, insulation thickness, membrane type, roof slope, anticipated snow load and type of fastening used with sheathing.

Web site: www.tra-mage.com
Telephone: (801) 756-8666

Scaffold brace is easy to use

T-Brace LLC has introduced T-Brace, which reportedly increases span and rigidity of walk boards and scaffolding, including pump jacks, ladder jacks, sawhorses, site-built riggings and scaffolding systems.

T-Brace is made of powder-coated steel and reportedly can support up to 500 pounds. Boards inserted vertically and horizontally into T-Brace's openings create a T-beam that is said to allow for longer spans between supports. T-Brace weighs 3.3 pounds and is said to be easy to transport, set up and dismantle.

Web site: www.t-brace.com
Telephone: (866) 454-4983

Eyewear prevents sun damage

Gateway Safety Inc. has introduced 4x4™ Sport safety eyewear to its 4x4 product line. The eyewear consists of a four-sided wraparound frame and polycarbonate lenses that feature anti-scratch coating and reportedly absorb more than 99 percent of ultraviolet rays.

4x4 Sport safety eyewear features an inset nosepiece that is said to be comfortable and ensure a secure fit. The eyewear's flexible temple tips are said to relieve pressure behind the wearer's ears.

Web site: www.gatewaysafety.com
Telephone: (800) 822-5347

Fall protection is durable

Capital Safety Inc. has introduced its Protecta Rebel™ CT Self Retracting Lifeline, a 15-foot-long galvanized cable lifeline that weighs 6.4 pounds and reportedly increases worker comfort and reduces worker fatigue.

The cable lifeline features a swiveling anchorage loop and snap hook, which reportedly prevent twisting.

Additionally, Capital Safety has introduced its DBI-SALA EZ Stop® II Tie-back Lanyard with rebar hooks. The lanyard is available in single- or twin-leg tie-back models with a standard snap hook, aluminum rebar hook, flat steel rebar hook or carabiner ends. EZ Stop II Tie-back Lanyard uses a controlled tearing action when subjected to fall-arrest forces and reportedly limits arresting forces to 900 pounds or less.

Both products are said to be durable and increase worker safety.

Web site: www.capitalsafety.com
Telephone: (800) 328-6146