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  • 3M Introduces 3M Fire Barrier Duct Wrap 615 Plus
  • ebuild (9/8/2009)
  • 3M Company introduces 3M Fire Barrier Duct Wrap 615 Plus, a new fire-resistant wrap that is lighter and thinner than previous 3M offerings and meets the new ASTM E 2336 fire test requirements. Made from an advanced ceramic fiber wrapped in scrim-enforced foil, 3M Fire Barrier Duct Wrap 615 Plus is a lightweight, thin-profile insulation product that provides up to two hours of fire protection for grease and air ventilation ducts.
  • Delta-Dry Weather-Resistive Barrier
  • ebuild (9/3/2009)
  • Delta-Dry is a weather-resistive barrier with a dimple-and-groove design that creates a drainage path on both sides of the membrane, redirecting water that got past exterior cladding back outside. The manufacturer is expanding the line with Delta-Dry Plus, which has a mortar netting fabric attached to it, and plastic mounting strips. 888-433-5824.
  • Owens Corning Introduces New EnergyComplete Insulation and Air Sealing System to Save Energy in U.S. Homes
  • ebuild (9/3/2009)
  • Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) today introduced EnergyComplete with Flexible Seal Technology, a whole home insulation and air sealing system. Affordable for both homeowners and contractors, this innovative system combines energy savings, safety and affordability. With the EnergyComplete system, Owens Corning provides homeowners and building industry professionals in the U.S. a new opportunity to reduce home energy use and lower related energy bills.
  • Quick Drying Can Mean Faster Applications
  • ebuild (8/28/2009)
  • Sto Corp., the innovative world leader in cladding, coating, and restoration systems, has introduced StoGuard RapidSeal a one-component air barrier and waterproof material used to protect rough openings and for transition detailing in above grade wall construction.
  • Atlas Roofing Unveils ACtionwrap For Polyiso Packaging
  • ebuild (8/26/2009)
  • Atlas Roofing Corporation introduces ACtionwrap, a new, durable co-extruded polyethylene-elastomer stretch bag that provides maximum protection of Atlas ACFoam polyiso products during all phases of the shipping process.
  • ZIP System Wall Sheathing and Tape Prove Too Tight for Air Barrier Test
  • ebuild (8/12/2009)
  • Huber Engineered Woods LLC, leading manufacturer of innovative building solutions, recently reaffirmed its ZIP System wall sheathing and ZIP System tape as the premier air barrier assembly for builders seeking green certification by passing the rigorous ASTM E 2357 Standard Test Method for Determining Air Leakage of Air Barrier Assemblies.
  • Spray-Foam Insulation
  • ebuild (8/10/2009)
  • Enertite open-cell polyurethane water-blown spray-foam insulation offers an R-value of 3.5 per inch for use in walls, roofs, attics, and rim joists, and it also provides a sound barrier for use on interior walls. The one-step product expands to fill the wall cavity, including in and around difficult-to-reach areas such as pipes and wiring for a seamless barrier. 888.900.3626.
  • Spray-Foam Insulation
  • ebuild (8/10/2009)
  • LD-R-50 spray-foam insulation is made from natural castor oil, which eased the mind of one MVP judge. "The building-envelope benefits of spray-foam insulation are well documented, but the petroleum-based nature of the product was problematic relative to green building," he said. "Problem solved." The production of castor oil requires no pesticides or man-made irrigation. The insulation is 100 percent water-blown and free of HFCs. Cost: walls, $1.35 to $1.50 per square foot; roof decks, $1.65 to $1.85 per square foot. 800-758-7325.

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