The Roofing Marketplace


Aluminator retrofit roof drain with MaxxFlo® seal

The Aluminator retrofit drain from Mule-Hide Products with MaxxFlo mechanical seal prevents water backup and meets and exceeds ANSI/SPRI RD1 for water back flow. It features a bolted down 10-inch diameter aluminum strainer with a 12-inch cut-to-length outlet and 16-inch flange available in multiple drain sizes. The drain includes an exclusive, easy-to-use installation tool. For more information, visit www.mulehide.com.

Product evaluation gives a competitive edge

ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) has long been the industry leader in performing technical evaluations for code compliance. ICC-ES offers evaluation reports that serve as evidence to code officials that your roofing products meet code requirements. The ICC-ES building product listings provide manufacturers of roofing products covered by existing consensus standards a way to show their proof of compliance with applicable standards referenced in the building codes and other applicable codes. For more information, contact the ICC-ES Connect+Customer Care Experts at (800) 423-6587, ext. 1 or es@icc-es.org, or visit www.icc-es.org.

High-performance, flexible roof membrane system

SOPREMA® Inc. has developed SENTINEL® PVC, a high-performance roof membrane that provides long-term performance, is easy to install, and is flexible and aesthetically pleasing for a variety of roof system types. SENTINEL PVC Silver Art and Copper Art are the only roof membranes of their kind to integrate silver and copper metallic powder, providing enhanced aesthetic appearance and weathering capabilities that are identical to metal roofs. SENTINEL PVC is chemical-resistant, making it well-suited for buildings that are prone to grease and oil exposure or factories with exhausts on the roofs. SENTINEL PVC also is fire- and wind-rated by Underwriters Laboratories and FM Approvals. To learn more about SENTINEL PVC, visit www.soprema.us.

Grow your business with Modernize

Break into the world of online marketing with Modernize. We're experts in finding homeowners throughout the U.S. looking for roof system replacements and repairs and connecting them with you. Backed by dedicated, professional customer service and infinite scalability, Modernize provides contractors with a platform for nearly limitless growth opportunity by providing consistent, high-quality leads. To learn more about what Modernize can do for your roofing business, call Ryan DuCharme at (512) 588-8068 or send an email to rducharme@modernize.com.

New, improved high-performance adhesive/sealant

CHEM LINK has announced important new improvements to its high-performance adhesive/sealant, M-1. M-1 has been a standard product for roofing contractors because it offers a wide range of applications, including repairing flashings, sealing termination bars and much more. CHEM LINK laboratories have enhanced its properties. M-1 strength in all categories—shear, tear and tensile—have significantly been improved. M-1 is still solvent-free, nonshrinking and nontoxic. The new silver cartridge with a special 25th anniversary icon is available through all the usual distribution channels. Visit www.chemlink.com or call (800) 826-1681 for more information.

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More From This Issue

  • Sustainable by design

    The U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) system is the most widely known "green" building certification system, but recently the Green Building Initiative's Green Globes® building certification system has gained momentum as an alternative to the LEED system. Roofing contractors must be prepared to fulfill any Green Globe responsibilities that differ from their typical responsibilities.

  • Roofing with care

    When ProHealth Care built a new ProHealth Care Cancer Center in Pewaukee, Wis., it called upon Paul Crandall & Associates Inc., Grafton, Wis., to provide roof system recommendations and the installations. Paul Crandall & Associates installed a polymer-modified bitumen roof system and a vegetative roof system on the building while wearing bright pink safety T-shirts to honor the spirit of the cancer care center.

  • It's good to be green

    Sustainable design has gained popularity in the commercial building sector because of its lower environmental impact and favorable long-term operating costs. One way to incorporate sustainability into a commercial building envelope is to install a vegetative roof system. Vegetative roof systems serve as accessible green environments, provide habitats for birds and insects, and mitigate the urban heat island effect, among other benefits.

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