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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: CFR Retro-Seam From Metal-Span

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 14:08:42 +0000

This insulated metal standing seam roof panel system is designed to install over existing roofs.

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On The Road To Zero Waste, $20 At A Time

Anne Vazquez — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:21:18 +0000

GAF’s Cobra® Ridge Vent plant, located in the northern Atlanta suburb of Cumming, GA, is a bright, highly automated, state-of-the-art facility — the type one might associate more with the production of silicon wafers than roofing ventilation products. The company and the team that runs this facility take its environmental role seriously. This includes waste management, and after a three-year effort, the plant recently announced the achievement of Zero Manufacturing Waste ahead of schedule.

This GAF plant makes five different models of ridge vent for different applications and regions and has produced more than 20 million vents without a

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NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: RoofGenuity From Firestone

Anne Vazquez — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 14:18:07 +0000

Facility managers can use the RoofGenuity modeling tool to discover the optimal roofing configuration for their buildings.

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H.R. 5396 Would Add Jobs, Strengthen National Energy Policy

Heidi Schwartz — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 14:59:46 +0000

The recently introduced Green Energy Efficient Roofs and Job Creation Act will stimulate job creation and accelerate the acknowledged role high performance roof systems play in reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency.

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WEB EXCLUSIVE: Proactive Maintenance for Low-Slope Roofs

Heidi Schwartz — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:31:11 +0000

Many variables and issues can cause damage and lower the roof’s performance. Read this Web Exclusive from Jay Rintelmann, president of Hartford South for five common problems affecting low-slope commercial roofs.

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EPDM Recycling Program Achieves Milestone

Heidi Schwartz — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:29:50 +0000

In all, roughly 1.25 million pounds of reclaimed EPDM membrane has been diverted from landfills in the past three years.

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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Enhanced Performance Roof Hatch From Bilco

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:21:06 +0000

The thermally enhanced hatch is designed with a fully insulated cover and curb.

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Roofs And Winter Weather

Anne Vazquez — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:09:42 +0000

The Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) offers guidance on how businesses can protect their property from winter weather-related perils, such as roof collapse due to heavy snow loads.

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WEB EXCLUSIVE: Penetrations Through Standing Seam Metal Roofs

Anne Vazquez — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:25:45 +0000

While penetrations on these roof types can sometimes be avoided, mounting essential rooftop equipment and ancillary mechanicals will be successful when certain guidelines are followed.

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GSA Awards Contract To Roof Express

Anne Vazquez — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:53:29 +0000

The five-year contract is within the Facility Maintenance and Management schedule of the GSA.

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WEB EXCLUSIVE: Green Roofs And Commercial Environments

Heidi Schwartz — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:05:58 +0000

Guest Contributor Kelly Duke explains how green roofs can help bring nature closer to urban settings, improve insulation and air quality, and work to deliver both economic and social benefits to their communities.

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Tecta Awards College Scholarships

Anne Vazquez — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:06:47 +0000

This year, 36 scholarships were awarded, which includes 16 new awards along with scholarship renewals.

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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: OctaGuard XT

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 12:59:30 +0000

Carlisle SynTec has introduced this new weathering package for all of its Sure-Weld TPO roofing membranes.

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Building Products And Roofing Contractors Work Together To Benefit Local Communities

Heidi Schwartz — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 15:26:55 +0000

Firestone worked together with its customers to help put new roofs on for many in need.

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Preventing Roof Collapse In Winter Weather

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 14:49:29 +0000

The Institute for Business & Home Safety is offering information and engineering guidelines that can help prevent this threat to life safety and property.

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Firestone Hosts Open House At New Atlanta Facility

Heidi Schwartz — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 15:25:36 +0000

Company invites customers to tour its latest metal products manufacturing and warehouse location.

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Ten ASHRAE Grants Awarded To Universities

Heidi Schwartz — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 13:28:50 +0000

University of Oregon next to partcipate in eco-roof game.

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Life Cycle Analysis From Carlisle SynTec

Anne Vazquez — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 13:39:40 +0000

The roofing materials company will calculate the return on investment for a variety of roofing approaches.

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Susquehanna Bancshares Discovers Promising Savings Program On The Roof

Heidi Schwartz — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 13:25:00 +0000

For any company providing financial advice and investment services, it’s important to demonstrate financial smarts whenever possible to both customers and shareholders. So when Susquehanna Bancshares, Inc. of Lititz, PA found that a Republic Powdered Metals roof coating system could save them hundreds of thousands of dollars on a weathered EPDM roof and extend its life for another 12 years, the company was impressed.

After 18 years, the roof of the renovated 19th century mill, now the headquarters for regional financial services company Susquehanna Bancshares, Inc., had been repaired several times within 24 months.

“The owners were looking for

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Supplier Takes Safety Seriously

Heidi Schwartz — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 13:49:00 +0000

Next to the slow economy, the cost and availability of workers compensation and general liability insurance continue to be the roofing contractor’s biggest problems, according to a recent survey of steep and low slope roofing installers. Accidents cost money and increase contractors’ insurance modification factors, making it more difficult and expensive to find coverage. This is one reason why most roofing manufacturers emphasize safety in their application literature and in their production facilities.

For nearly 20 years, the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) has recognized workplace safety through its prestigious Accident Prevention Contest. Almost 40 roof manufacturing facilities improved

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