OLD PROBLEMS, NEW SOLUTIONS

UltraPly TPO Flex SA

Firestone Building Products

Firestone Building Products celebrated the 25^th anniversary of one of its leading TPO products and enhanced it in 2022. The UltraPly™ TPO Flex SA launched in late 2021 and is an evolution of two products: UltraPly TPO SA (self-adhered) and UltraPly TPO Flex Adhered, which Firestone calls the most flexible TPO on the market.

More than 5 billion square feet of the membrane have been manufactured globally since it was introduced in 1996. The membrane itself remains unchanged from its original; however, Firestone added features that make it easier to install and safer to work with overall.

“Essentially, two great technologies have become one,” said David Martiny, director of product development. “We have a great understanding of how our contractors’ needs are evolving, and this is yet another example of delivering products that meet those needs.”

Cool-Sil Silicone Membrane

Garland

At a time when facility owners are looking for options – and roofing contractors are hunting for scarce materials – Garland unveiled Cool-Sil, its newest fluid-applied membrane system. It is designed to extend the roof life of aging surfaces, whether they’re single-ply, modified bitumen or metal roofs.

The silicone rubber-based system is solvent-free with a high solids content that provides a thick and durable covering that’s mold and mildew resistant. It’s made to outlast harsh weather conditions, and provides an enhanced, watertight rooftop that can slow down the need for a full roof replacement. That can be a major selling point to cost-conscious building owners and managers still trying to overcome a sluggish COVID-19 economic recovery, said Matt McDermott, president of Garland’s U.S. roofing division.

“We know that each building, each roof, each situation is unique," said McDermott. "That’s why we are thrilled to add Cool-Sil to our fluid-applied restoration systems portfolio. It gives our customers yet another option to meet their specific objectives for budget, building performance, and sustainability.”

Cool-Sil also has multiple environmentally-friendly benefits that contractors may note to help sell jobs. In addition to being solvent free, it offers strong UV protection and is highly reflective – meaning it can help reduce cooling costs in most environments. The product received P151 certification by NSF International for not contaminating runoff, ground water and waterways.