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Seneca Plus Roofing Tiles- BUILDER Magazine (1/7/2008)
- Seneca Plus roof tiles replicate the look of thick, hand-split cedar shakes. Made from recycled EPDM rubber and TPO plastic, the tiles are made for steep-slope roofs and come in three widths and nine colors. The tiles resist decay and algae growth and come with a 50-year warranty. 800-211-7170.
SynShield Synthetic Roof Underlayment- BUILDER Magazine (1/7/2008)
- Tear-resistant SynShield synthetic roof underlayment can be left uncovered for up to six months, the maker says. It is UV-resistant and comes in rolls 48 inches wide and 250 feet long. Each roll weighs 33 pounds, which is 40 percent lighter than a felt roll, the maker says. SynShield passes Miami-Dade County (Fla.) building-code requirements and has a 30-year limited warranty. 800-346-7655
Classic Roman Tile Roofing- Journal of Light Construction (1/1/2008)
- Adding a tile roofing system often requires structural reinforcement and a lengthy installation. To simplify the process, Metro Roof Products has released a lightweight roof panel with a classic Roman tile profile. Mounted on a 50-inch-by-16-inch sheet of 26-gauge galvanized steel, this product weighs only 1.5 pounds a square foot. It comes in various standard and premium colors and costs $214 a square. 866/638-7648.
Snap-Clad Panels- Journal of Light Construction (1/1/2008)
- Standing seam roofing can be difficult to install without a trained metalworker on site. Petersen Aluminum is trying to change that with its Snap-Clad panels, which come with notched eaves, ready to install right out of the box. Held down by a hidden fastener system that allows for thermal expansion, Snap-Clad panels carry a UL-90 classification (meaning they can withstand winds of up to 188 mph). They come in a multitude of colors and sizes. 800/722-2523.
TCS Satin Roofing- Journal of Light Construction (1/1/2008)
- If your clients don't want to wait years for their metal roof to take on that soft, aged look, check out Follansbee's TCS Satin roofing. This stainless steel substrate comes with a micro-embossed coating (made of 50 percent zinc and 50 percent tin) that gives it the appearance of an oxidized, pure-zinc plate. The company says the coating diffuses light (for a less reflective surface) without affecting energy efficiency. 800/624-6906.
Through the Roof Sealant- Journal of Light Construction (1/1/2008)
- Roofs are always moving, whether because of wind, precipitation, or temperature changes. Sashco's Through the Roof sealant remains flexible over time, says the maker, helping to prevent cracks from forming as a result of the movement. The clear, paintable caulk has a skin time of 30 minutes and a cure time of one week, and comes in two applications: a gun grade in 10.5-ounce cartridges and a paint grade in quart or gallon cans. A four-cartridge case goes for $24 on the company's Web site. 800/289-7290.
ArmorLite Roofing Technology Releases Long Awaited Most Natural-Looking "Cedar Shake Shingle" in Market- ebuild (12/11/2007)
- ArmorLite Roofing Technology has released its stunning new shake roofing product, a great-looking synthetic cedar shake. We have taken natural material and enhanced it artistically to create the most beautiful authentic-looking shake ever.
MonierLifetile Introduces New Energy Efficient Roof System- ebuild (11/28/2007)
- Demonstrating its commitment to increasing sustainability and concrete tile roofing options, the company has introduced the MonierLifetile Energy Efficient Roof (EER). This development from the leading concrete roof tile manufacturer and environmental innovator, the MonierLifetile EER System is one of a complete line of tile and component products designed to simultaneously advance a roof's performance, reliability and functionality.
Americhem Technology Fuels Innovative New Roofing Product by ArmorLite- ebuild (11/8/2007)
- Americhem, a global supplier of color and additive solutions for polymer-based products, has recently been involved in the development of products for ArmorLite Roofing Technology, LLC. The product line features extremely lightweight, yet durable, eco-friendly roofing materials. The new line consists of Nu-Slate and Nu-Shake, which mimic the appearance of cedar wood shakes and quarry slate. These offerings are eight times lighter than traditional roofing materials. They're also durable, safer, and more environmentally friendly.
CertainTeed CoolStar Roofing Products Help Reduce Energy Costs and Keep Buildings Cooler- ebuild (11/8/2007)
- A roof is a building's first line of defense in controlling energy consumption, thanks to innovations like CertainTeed Corporation's CoolStar reflectant surface for low-slope roofing. The energy-wise CoolStar technology was initially unveiled last fall on CertainTeed's Flintglas Cap Sheet. Now CertainTeed is pleased to announce an expanded line of 14 low-slope roofing granulated cap sheet membranes featuring CoolStar-coated surfaces.
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