The Roofing Marketplace


A long, cool life for a roof starts here—Duracool Coatings

Duracool Coatings Inc. manufactures thermal control roof coatings, white mastic made with 100 percent acrylic elastomeric polymer designed for metal and other various roof types. Our formula is the result of more than 30 years of experience working with and perfecting elastomeric products for commercial use. Duracool coatings are designed for a 12- to 15-year life. On every Duracool roof, the coating remains tough and flexible to -30 F while retaining excellent adhesion. Please call (800) 232-9606 or visit www.duracoolinc.com for more information.










Restore your roof with silicone coatings

Progressive Materials' 100 percent silicone roof coatings can be applied to and restore almost any existing roof—usually without the need of a primer. Installing our coatings will provide your roof with better resistance to the elements, including ponding water. Our spray-applied system requires no fasteners and has no seams.



New QWIK SLATE™ installation process saves time and money

Newmont Slate Co. introduces the QWIK SLATE installation process. QWIK SLATE improves the traditional slate hook method of attachment by pre-applying a series of hooks on a strip. Available in various hook layout patterns to accommodate different slate widths, QWIK SLATE enables super-fast nail gun application and provides superior attachment of slate to roof surfaces. All QWIK SLATE hooks are 12-gauge 304 stainless steel anodized black for maximum strength and beauty. For more information, visit www.newmontslate.com or call (802) 884-8091.

Duro-Light skylights

As the industry leader for providing complete roof systems, Duro-Last Roofing now offers skylights as an additional Edge-to-Edge & Deck-to-Sky™ roofing solution. With the thickest and highest density lens in the industry, Duro-Light skylights get the job done but at a value price. For more information, visit www.duro-last.com.





NEW parapet-friendly automatic welder

Leister's NEW UNIROOF AT/ST automatic welder is the parapet-friendly solution for welding thermoplastic roof membranes on low- or steep-slope roofs (up to 30 degrees). Thanks to its ultra-slim design and movable transport axle, you can effortlessly weld close to the edge and at or on the parapet without having to modify your machine. Additionally, the design permits you to easily navigate narrow spaces and weld beneath and around obstacles. Available in 120- or 230-volt versions, the UNIROOF AT/ST offers speedy top performance on any roof. For more information, visit www.leisterusa.com.

NRCA to host Roofing Industry Regional Summit in Atlanta

NRCA will host its next Roofing Industry Regional Summit in Atlanta in June. This full-day educational session will focus on key technical, legal, risk management and legislative issues that affect your business and also provide you with important industry updates. NRCA's Roofing Industry Regional Summits also provide a great opportunity to network with fellow roofing professionals as well as industry experts to gather new ideas and position your business to effectively anticipate and respond to challenges. Visit www.nrca.net/regionalsummit for more information and to register.


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  • Exemplary service

    Since the mid-1990s, a majority of commerce in the U.S. economy has shifted from hard goods to information and services. As a result, customers now expect instant service, such as receiving itemized invoices for purchases at grocery stores. Taking a cue from supermarkets, contractors can provide exemplary service to their clients by implementing methods to quickly provide repair invoices.

  • A roofing wonder

    Visitors to the Science Pyramid at Denver Botanic Gardens can explore the world of plants and ecosystems using interactive technology. The unique 3,800-square-foot space was designed to mimic nature and includes a complex roof system installed by United Materials LLC, Denver, that encompasses hexagonal concrete-composite panels resembling honeycombs across 16 roof planes in varying slopes and degrees.

  • A better way

    Roofing contractors often must adapt to changes in the roofing industry while continuing to install quality roof systems safely, on time and on budget. Those who can adapt quickly usually are the most successful. Understanding best practices for business management—including business literacy, people management, business growth and leadership development—can help roofing contractors adapt to changes and increase profitability within their companies.

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