Briefings

Manufacturer news

SOPREMA^® develops training program

SOPREMA Inc., Wadsworth, Ohio, has developed a Contractor Training Program to help roofing contractors improve their general knowledge of waterproofing and roof systems.

The program is designed to train new employees, increase participants' knowledge of various material installations and help participants qualify for SOPREMA's Authorized Contractor Program. Courses include hands-on practical training and classroom instruction.

The Contractor Training Program courses can be held at a roofing contractor's location or at one of SOPREMA's training facilities; course offerings vary during the year.

GAF receives award

GAF, Parsippany, N.J., has received its sixth Partners of Choice Award from David Weekley Homes, the largest privately held builder in the U.S.

The award is given to companies within David Weekley Homes' supply chain that consistently provide high-quality products and superior service. The products and performance of 200 suppliers were evaluated by David Weekley Homes. GAF received an "AA" ranking by achieving top scores in quality and products and was one of 15 suppliers selected to receive the award.

Englert coatings receive ENERGY STAR^® recertification

Englert Inc., Perth Amboy, N.J., has announced it has fulfilled its commitment as an ENERGY STAR partner by recertifying its 28 roof coatings.

To meet the recertification requirements for Englert's ULTRA-cool™ low-gloss roof coatings, the company participated in third-party verification conducted by the Cool Roof Ratings Council. The process included random verification testing of selected products for solar reflectance and thermal emittance. All test results were within 0.05 of the original rating from 2011.

By complying with ENERGY STAR eligibility criteria, Englert roof coatings are certified to meet performance requirements and test procedures for roof products.

The Bilco Co. relocates

The Bilco Co., New Haven, Conn., has moved its headquarters from West Haven, Conn., to New Haven, where the company was founded in 1926. The Bilco Co. now occupies part of a four-story office complex in downtown New Haven.

Atlas Roofing offers incentive program

Atlas Roofing Corp., Atlanta, has developed its Summit^® 60 Rewards Program for roofing contractors who install Summit 60 Synthetic Underlayment.

Roofing contractors will receive a $25 prepaid Visa gift card for every five rolls of Summit 60 Synthetic Underlayment installed by Oct. 31. There is no limit to the number of gift cards a contractor can earn.

Additional information about the Summit 60 Rewards Program is available at www.atlasroofing.com/roof-underlayment/summit-60-rewards.

Contractor news

Florida Quality Roofing receives awards

Florida Quality Roofing, Miami Gardens, Fla., has received two Spotlight Trophy for the Advancement of Roofing (STAR) awards from the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) Inc. FRSA's STAR awards recognize association members for unique and outstanding roofing projects completed in Florida.

Florida Quality Roofing received two awards for its use of sustainable products and unique solutions to roofing challenges encountered during a condominium roof system restoration project in Hollywood, Fla. Florida Quality Roofing restored the roof system using an environmentally friendly reflective silicone roof coating to keep the building cooler, reducing energy costs for the condominium's owner.

The awards were presented during the 93rd Annual Convention and Florida Roofing Sheet Metal Expo in July.

Chamberlin Roofing opens new office

Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing, Houston, has opened a new office in Farmers Branch, Texas, in an award-winning, energy-efficient building.

The new 28,000-square-foot facility features restroom countertops made from recycled porcelain, LED lighting throughout the building and a 14,000-square-foot warehouse for in-house sheet metal fabrication. The building received a Tilt-Up Achievement Award from the Tilt-Up Concrete Association, honoring the project for the use of site-cast Tilt-Up concrete to introduce new building types, advance industry technology and provide unique solutions to building programs.

Distributor news

ABC Supply acquires distributor

ABC Supply Co. Inc., Beloit, Wis., has acquired the assets of Oregon Roofers Supply Inc., a Portland-based supplier of residential and commercial roofing products. The southeast Portland branch is ABC Supply's third location in the Portland market and will serve as its ninth location in the northwestern U.S.

In addition, ABC Supply has opened a new branch in Kent, Wash. The new branch will offer steep-slope and low-slope roof systems, siding, gutters, windows and other related products.

Other news

Former ARMA executive vice president passes away

Snyder

Richard D. "Dick" Snyder, former executive vice president of the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA), passed away Aug. 16. He was 79.

Snyder served as executive vice president of various trade associations over a span of more than two decades and was a longtime roofing industry leader. He worked with ARMA from the mid-1970s until his retirement in 2000. Snyder is survived by his wife, Mary; four children, Jeffrey, Russell, Christopher and Sally Ann; and seven grandchildren.

Donations in Snyder's memory may be sent to Ocean City First Presbyterian Church, 1301 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, MD 21842.

In addition, ARMA has begun accepting submissions for the 2016 Quality Asphalt Roofing Case Study (QARC) Awards Program. The QARC awards program is available to contractors, consultants, architects and specifiers working with asphalt roofing products. The three projects that most effectively demonstrate the beauty, affordability and reliability of asphalt roofing will win cash prizes and be featured in national roofing trade publications.

Submissions for the 2016 QARC Awards Program will be accepted through Dec. 31; there is no limit to the number of submissions roofing professionals may submit. New construction and renovation projects are eligible for the program. Each submission must be accompanied by a description of the project; an explanation of why and how asphalt products were used; and high-resolution photos of the completed project. Projects may be submitted online at www.asphaltroofing.org/node/add/qarc.

Additionally, ARMA has produced a new Fast Facts document highlighting the advances in technology that have altered asphalt shingles during the past 125 years. The document is designed to inform homeowners and anyone within the industry about the evolution of different shingle components by offering a look at how the aesthetics, durability and affordability of asphalt shingles have improved. All ARMA Fast Facts documents are available at www.asphaltroofing.org/roofing-professionals/resources/fast-facts.

MCA announces new research projects

The Metal Construction Association (MCA) has announced three new research projects it will be completing during the next several years.

The first research project is being conducted at the University of Florida, Gainesville, and will evaluate the air permeability of metal roof panels to measure the level of wind-uplift resistance. The project's goal is to develop a new test method that can more realistically reflect the wind-uplift resistance of various metal roof systems.

The second research project is being funded by a grant awarded to the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Berkeley, Calif. The study will evaluate the ability of cool wall panels and other types of wall materials to reduce building energy usage. The results of the study will be beneficial for California cities that are trying to reduce building energy usage.

The third research project was proposed in conjunction with the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance and the Metal Building Manufacturers Association to study the effects of spray polyurethane foam insulation on metal panels. The study aims to address concerns about oil canning and potential damage to paint films as a result of spray foam curing. The results of the study will be used to generate best practices guidelines for using spray foam insulation with metal wall and roof assemblies.

CEIR announces board of directors

The Center for Environmental Innovation in Roofing (CEIR) has elected its new board of directors.

Brian Whelan, president of Sika Sarnafil, Canton, Mass., has been elected chairman; Beth Gloss, owner of United Materials, Denver, has been elected vice-chairwoman; Rob Therrien, president of The Melanson Co. Inc., Keene, N.H., has been elected treasurer; and Helene Hardy Pierce, vice president of technical services, codes and industry relations for GAF, Parsippany, N.J., has been elected secretary.

The industry online

OMG Roofing Products has unveiled a step-by-step video showcasing the installation of thermoplastic single-ply membranes on a standing-seam metal re-cover project using the RhinoBond induction welding system at www.omgroofing.com/rhinobond-standing-seam.html.

The Metal Construction Association has released a new technical bulletin, Fastener Compatibility with Profiled Metal Roof and Wall Panels, on its website www.metalconstruction.org.

Petersen Aluminum has expanded its library of digital product files with the addition of 19 roof and wall products, including 37 building information modeling files, 300 computer-aided design files and 400 installation details. The designs can be viewed on the Autodesk Seek platform at seek.autodesk.com/pac-clad.

Malarkey Roofing Products has released its Roof Designer app for Android devices. The app allows users to customize photographs of their homes using Malarkey Roofing Products roofing materials and siding and trim variations. The app is available from Google Play.

Events

October

1-2
Remodeling Show, DeckExpo, and JLC LIVE
Informa Exhibitions
Chicago
(866) 860-1964
www.remodelingdeck.com

4-7
Future Executives Institute (FEI-7)
NRCA University
Chicago
Contact: Janice Davis
(800) 323-9545
www.nrca.net

7-9
World Workplace
International Facility Management Association
Denver
(281) 974-5678
www.worldworkplace.org

14-16
25th Annual METALCON International Show
Metal Construction Association and PSMJ Resources Inc.
Visit the NRCA booth
Tampa, Fla.
Contact: Metalcon Headquarters
(800) 537-7765
www.metalcon.com

15
Roofing Industry Regional Summit
NRCA
Visit the NRCA booth
Pleasanton, Calif.
Contact: NRCA's Customer Service Department
(866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722) or info@nrca.net
www.nrca.net

20-23
NRCA's Fall Committee Meetings and Legislative Conference
NRCA
Washington, D.C.
Contact: NRCA's Customer Service Department
(866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722) or info@nrca.net
www.nrca.net

November

4
Roofing Industry Fall Protection from A to Z
NRCA
Charlotte, N.C.
Contact: NRCA's Customer Service Department
(866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722) or info@nrca.net
www.nrca.net

10-13
Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) Convention
MRCA
Kansas City, Mo.
Contact: MRCA Headquarters
(800) 497-6722
www.mrca.org

17
For Foremen Only, Level 1
NRCA
Portland, Ore.
Contact: NRCA's Customer Service Department
(866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722) or info@nrca.net
www.nrca.net

18-19
Greenbuild International Conference & Expo
USGBC
Visit the NRCA booth
Washington, D.C.
Contact: USGBC Headquarters
(800) 795-1747 or info@greenbuildexpo.com
www.greenbuildexpo.com

20
For Foremen Only, Level 2
NRCA
Rosemont, Ill.
Contact: NRCA's Customer Service Department
(866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722) or info@nrca.net
www.nrca.net