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Yeti Series Snow Guards • Rocky Mountain Snow Guards
Created with an appealing gusseted half-round design, Yeti Series of Snow Guards from Rocky Mountain Snow Guards, Inc. can handle loads over 800 pounds. The .40-inch thick aluminum snow guards are available in pre-coated and custom powder-coated aluminum, plus copper. The large Yeti pad face features a flange around the pad face to hold snow in place so it can’t slide side to side. With the flange included, the face area of the Yeti is more than five square inches. Free layouts and quotes for product placement.
For more information, visit rockymountainsnowguards.com.
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Rapid-Lok Extruded Fascia • ATAS International Inc.
Rapid-Lok Extruded Fascia is ATAS’ best fascia system designed to quickly install on all single-ply membrane roof systems without needing strip-in plies or heat welding. The extruded aluminum retainer is offered in six standard sizes, all pre-punched with slotted holes for the provided screws. The snap-on cover is available in a wide variety of materials, gauges, and colors in 12-foot lengths, with interior splice plates. Rapid-Lok Extruded has a 30-year 150 mph windstorm warranty and has been tested per ES-1 as required by the International Building Code for low-slope perimeter edge systems.
To learn more, go to atas.com.
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BARREL-VAULT Tile Unified Steel • Westlake Royal Building Products
Unified Steel BARREL-VAULT Tile, by Westlake Royal Building Products, is a lightweight stone-coated steel roofing option offering durability, weather resistance, energy efficiency and curb appeal. Ideal for new construction and retrofit applications alike, the material lasts nearly three times as long as asphalt shingles. Resembling the look of traditional Spanish Tile, it is Class A Fire and Very Severe Hail rated, and withstands up to Category 5 hurricane-force winds when fastened properly.
For more information, visit westlakeroyalroofing.com/unified-steel.
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Diamond Flat Lock Tiles • Sheet Metal Supply Ltd.
Sheet Metal Supply Ltd. offers a wide selection of metal roofing products, including Diamond Flat Lock Tiles in a variety of materials, including zinc, copper, stainless steel and PVDF painted metal. These versatile Diamond Flat Lock Tiles offer a simple grid-like design with clean lines. The tiles feature four-way interlocking hems that allow the panels to overlap and lock into place with galvanized or stainless-steel clips. Diamond Flat Lock Tiles are fabricated from flat stock and can also be used as wall cladding.
For more information, visit sheetmetalsupplyltd.com.
Metal Mindset
Metal Roofing’s Popularity Continues to Grow as Demand Surges for Resiliency, Longevity
By Art Aisner
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So Many Metal Choices, So Little Time
Metal roofs stand out for their looks, resilience and long lifespans, and there are choices for roofing contractors to make.
By Karan Patel
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The Perfect Match
Solar panels have a synergy with metal roofing that simply does not exist with their asphalt shingled counterparts.
By Gary Edgar
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Project Profile: Ready for Replacement
A standing seam metal roof formed with coil from McElroy Metal replaces concrete tile on a Texas treasure.
By McElroy Metal
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Product Focus
A roundup of notable products, tools and materials in the roofing industry.
By RC Staff
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Ecodur1 Cool Roof Coating • Castagra
Castagra Products announced the launch of its newest innovation, Ecodur1 Cool Roof Coating. The product offers an eco-friendly, highly durable, and energy-efficient solution for commercial roofs. Features of Ecodur1 includes:
• Energy Efficiency: Ecodur1 is energy efficient and highly reflective, meeting the requirements of California Energy Commission (CEC) Title 24, and is listed by the CRRC. Ecodur1 significantly reduces roof temperatures, leading to lower energy consumption.
• Sustainability: Made from renewable castor oil and gypsum, Ecodur1 is VOC-free and non-toxic, making it safe for installers and the environment.
• Unmatched Durability: Ecodur1’s unique fiber-reinforced, low-sag formula provides exceptional impact resistance and has no maximum thickness, ensuring long-lasting protection.
For more information, visit castagra.com.
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Cool Roof Coat • NanoTech
NanoTech has unveiled what it calls a “groundbreaking Next Generation Cool Roof Coating” that the company says will redefine energy efficiency in roofing. The coating combines traditional thermal properties with low thermal conductivity, achieving unprecedented energy reduction numbers. The next-gen coating “thermally outperforms competitors by 200-300% while extending the life of aging roofs by more than 10 years, all at less than $1 per sq. ft., on average.” Features include thermal performance, cost-effectiveness, high-quality resin (71% solids) and ease of installation.
For more information, visit nanotechmaterials.com.
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Titanium FR Premium Self-Adhered Underlayment • Owens Corning
Titanium FR Premium Self-Adhered Underlayment is designed to meet Class A fire classification requirements in Wildland-Urban Interface areas and locations as a critical roof assembly component dictated by local codes. Proprietary technology mitigates fire spread to the roof deck under solar panels, metal, asphalt, or tile. A specially engineered self-adhesive layer allows for easier repositioning, and exclusive Sure-Foot technology provides superior walkability in wet or dry conditions.
For more information, visit owenscorning.com.
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CraftGrade Independence Underlayment • Topshield
Topshield, a manufacturer of roofing and siding products, announced the launch of its CraftGrade Independence underlayment. The company said that it is designed to be “35 times stronger and eight times lighter than 30-pound felt.” CraftGrade, Topshield’s premium product line, added that the underlayment’s construction ensures durable weather and tear resistance, and an anti-slip coating with skid-resistant properties helps prevent slips and falls. The underlayment's lighter weight facilitates easy handling during installation, which is quick and efficient. It offers 17% more coverage per course than a standard 30-pound felt roll and is highly water-repellent, which reduces warping, wrinkling, and cracking in cold weather. The product is 100% inorganic and will not rot or mold, making it a “green” building product.
For more information, visit topshieldproducts.com.
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Newpoint Concrete Roof Tile • Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions
Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions’ Newpoint Concrete Roof Tile is known for its strength, durability and multi-dimensional look. Multiple profiles and colors provide a range of selections that pair with numerous home architectural styles. Manufactured using locally sourced geologic materials, the tile is resilient with a Class A Fire Rating and Class 3 or 4 Hail Rating (for select products). The tile is also engineered for new builds and retrofits and pairs with a handful of Westlake Royal Roofing Components to create an energy-efficient Cool Roof System, offering up to 22% annual reduction in energy costs.
For more information, visit westlakeroyalroofing.com/newpoint-concrete.
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Roof Deck Tape • MFM Building Products
Roof Deck Tape is a 40-mil, self-adhering waterproofing membrane to flash the seams on plywood and OSB roof deck panels. The product is easy to use, features an embossed traction surface, and self-seals around common roofing fasteners. Roof Deck Tape protects the structure before, during and after the final roofing system is installed.
For installation tips and instructions, view the Roof Deck Tape Installation video at mfmbp.com.
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QB2 • QuickBOLT
The combination of QB2 + BoltSeal technology makes solar installation effortless on rolled asphalt, asphalt shingle, EPDM, and TPO, no matter the roof pitch. This game-changing mount is Intertek tested, UL Recognized and Miami-Dade Accepted — all without sealant, so you can feel confident knowing water intrusion will not affect the roof. All QuickBOLT products are manufacturer warrantied for 25 years, and QuickBOLT is the ‘Preferred Mounting Provider’ covered by SolarInsure’s 30-year parts and labor warranty. With more than 4 million units installed in 10 years — with zero reported leaks — QB2 is a no-brainer for installers.
For more information, visit quickbolt.com.
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LeakBarrier NR600 Ultra • Tarco
The white polyester top layer of Tarco’s LeakBarrier NR600 Ultra provides a lower-temperature working surface for the installer, while the thick layer of SBS compound self-seals around fasteners, preventing moisture penetration. The back side has an aggressive self-adhesive formulation that adheres to a variety of substrates. NR600 Ultra is an excellent choice for use under tile as well as under asphalt shingles, slate, and metal. The company says it is highly effective in critical roofing areas such as valleys, ridges, coping joints, chimneys, vents, dormers, skylights, and low-slope sections. The underlayment withstands temperatures up to 260 degrees Fahrenheit.
For more information, visit tarcoroofing.com.