Contractor news
Tecta America receives award
Tecta America Corp., Rosemont, Ill., recently was honored by the Building Owners and Managers Association's Orlando, Fla., chapter with The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) award in the Earth category. The TOBY Awards recognize excellence in building management, operational efficiency, tenant retention, emergency planning and community impact.
Tecta America received the award for installing green and solar roof system components on the Vantage Point Commerce Park building in Sanford, Fla. The building houses the Tecta America Central Florida offices and supports a 40,000-square-foot roof structure engineered to maintain a vegetative roof system, photovoltaic (PV) system, and solar thermal and daylighting technology.
The 25-kilowatt PV thin film solar system provides up to 30 percent of the structure's electric power, and the 2,100-square-foot extensive vegetative green roof system contributes to the reduction of storm water runoff. A 1,000-gallon cistern also was put in place to collect and recycle rainwater used to irrigate the green roof system.
Tecta America installed a cool roof membrane with a solar reflectivity of 0.79, allowing the building to reduce its heating and cooling costs 20 percent. A domestic solar hot water system and prismatic high-performance daylighting skylights also were implemented to increase energy efficiency and savings.
Kirberg Co. receives service award
Kirberg Co., St. Louis, has received the 2011 Angie's List Super Service Award. The award is given annually to about 5 percent of businesses rated on Angie's List, a provider of consumer reviews of local service and health providers.
Angie's List Super Service Award winners must earn a minimum number of reports, an exemplary rating from their clients and must abide by Angie's List operational guidelines.
Scott Roofing rebrands
Scott Roofing, Dallas, has changed its name to Scott Exteriors and launched a rebranding campaign. The new name better reflects the services the company provides.
The company's rebranding efforts include its new name, marketing materials and website, www.scottexteriors.com, and updated logo.
RoofConnect names award winner
RoofConnect, Sheridan, Ark., has named Jim Ash, sales and project manager for Columbia Roofing & Sheet Metal, Portland, Ore., as the recipient of the 2011 RoofConnect Key Link Award.
RoofConnect's Key Link Award is presented to a RoofConnect member who demonstrates RoofConnect's mission of exceeding customers' expectations. Nominees were evaluated based on their job performance, team effort, dependability on RoofConnect service-related calls, initiative in performance of RoofConnect service functions and other noteworthy contributions and activities.
Ash, who began working with RoofConnect clients in his region in February 2011, won the award for going above and beyond the call of duty.
Manufacturer news
Roofmaster employee passes away
John MacLaughlin, national marketing manager for Roofmaster Products Co., Monterey Park, Calif., passed away Dec. 18, 2011, in his hometown of Upland, Calif.
MacLaughlin was born April 6, 1943, in Coronado, Calif. He grew up in Collingswood, N.J., and graduated from Temple University, Philadelphia, with a degree in mechanical engineering. MacLaughlin began his sales career in titanium metals and later held sales management positions in the tile and paint industries.
MacLaughlin began working at Roofmaster Products in 1996 where he was responsible for the company's national marketing programs and key headquarter sales in the East Coast.
MacLaughlin is survived by his wife, Jackie; two sons, John and Scott; stepfather, Henry Keckhut; and brother, Robert.
GAF sponsors green dealer program
GAF, Wayne, N.J., has extended its platinum-level sponsorship of the Certified Green Dealer® Program. The Certified Green Dealer Program is the nation's only program for training and certifying building material dealerships in green building products and practices.
GAF also has announced its Lifetime Roofing System for homeowners, which comes with a lifetime limited warranty.
To qualify for GAF's lifetime limited warranty, a homeowner must install any Lifetime shingle, as well as three or more qualifying GAF accessories. Contractors can choose from an assortment of GAF accessories, including ridge caps, roof deck protection, leak barriers, Cobra® Attic Ventilation and starter strips. Details for the lifetime limited warranty can be found in the new GAF Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty. GAF's lifetime limited warranty also includes nonprorated coverage for the first 10 years.
Additionally, GAF has introduced its Roofs for Troops program, a display of gratitude to the U.S. military. Available until Dec. 31, active military, veterans and retirees who use a GAF Factory-Certified Contractor can receive a $300 rebate from the manufacturer when they purchase a GAF Lifetime Roofing System and provide proof of purchase for GAF Lifetime Shingles and at least three qualifying GAF accessories. Details are available at www.military.com/discounts or www.gaf.com/military. GAF Factory-Certified Contractors can be located through GAF's website, www.gaf.com.
Dow Solar announces network members
Midland, Mich.-based The Dow Chemical Co.'s Dow Solar division has announced the first members of its POWERHOUSE™ Authorized Dealer Network. Academy Roofing Inc., Aurora, Colo.; B&M Roofing of Colorado Inc., Frederick; and D&D Roofing, Commerce City, Colo., will provide the Colorado residential market with DOW POWERHOUSE Solar Shingles.
DOW POWERHOUSE Solar Shingles, which can be installed by a roofing contractor, combine a roofing shingle and solar cell with standard asphalt roofing materials.
Leister Process Technologies announces restructuring
Leister Process Technologies, Chicago, has transitioned from a sole proprietorship to a holding structure consisting of three independent, limited companies with Leister AG as the holding company.
Since its founding in 1949, Leister Process Technologies has operated as a sole proprietorship. Growth during the past few decades; diversification into additional business areas; and formation of companies in China, Germany, Japan and the U.S. brought about structural changes.
Leister AG will act as the holding company responsible for management and control of Leister group. Leister Technologies AG will assume business in the plastic welding, hot-air industrial processes and laser systems areas. Axetris AG will replace the Axetris business unit, which will convert it into an independent company that will remain active in the gas sensors and micro-optics areas. And all existing national affiliates, including Leister USA, will remain in operation.
Reichel & Drews announces production line purchase
Reichel & Drews Inc., Itasca, Ill., has announced Beijing Oriental Yuhong Waterproofing Technology Co. has purchased two System 3000 production lines.
System 3000 is a new waterproofing membrane production process with cooling belt technology. It is designed as a modular system, which offers the possibility to plan production lines individually according to required capacity and production needs. System 3000 can be used for the production of all bituminous roof membranes, including single-side coating for specialty products, as well as membranes with several layers of reinforcement and coating, such as self-adhesive coatings, and for the production of carrierless membranes.
MAGE SOLAR opens logistics center
MAGE SOLAR, Ravensburg, Germany, has opened a logistics center in Dagenham, England. The logistics center will allow installation partners in Great Britain to receive MAGE SOLAR's photovoltaic system components much more quickly.
The warehouse and logistics center is a step toward improving customer service proximity in the British market. MAGE SOLAR has had a sales team in the U.K. since the beginning of 2011 and consistently has been expanding its network of installation partners.
Distributor news
A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply opens facility
A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply, Atlanta, has opened its 11th location in Atlanta to better serve the southeastern construction industry.
The facility's grand opening officially was announced at the 2012 International Roofing Expo,® which was held Feb. 22-24 in Orlando, Fla. The facility has a complete inventory and has been operational since January.
Roofing Supply Group acquires company
Roofing Supply Group LLC, Dallas, has acquired Intermountain Supply Inc., Spokane, Wash.
Intermountain Supply is a distributor of residential and commercial roofing supplies and other building materials throughout the Northwest and Washington state.
Roofing Supply Group operates a distribution network of 58 branches across 23 states focused on residential and commercial roofing products and accessories. The Intermountain Supply acquisition strengthens Roofing Supply Group's geographic position and ability to serve its customer base.
Other news
ASHRAE rebrands
ASHRAE has announced its rebranding, which includes an updated logo, new tagline and redesigned website.
ASHRAE's logo, which was created in 1959, has been updated to reflect the organization's evolving structure and aspirations. ASHRAE also has created the ASHRAE Logo Guide document to ensure it maintains a consistent brand image.
The society's tagline, "Shaping Tomorrow's Built Environment Today," presents ASHRAE as a dynamic, innovative organization and promises its members, the industry and the world that ASHRAE will be at the forefront of research and guidance.
The organization now will be referred to as ASHRAE rather than its full legal name—the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers Inc. Using ASHRAE reflects the organization's global membership and that its services will continue to evolve.
Additionally, the organization has redesigned its website, www.ashrae.org. The updated website features better navigation, a better search engine and better tracking to help users find information.
PIMA announces new chairman
The Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association (PIMA) has announced Chris Griffin, technical director of Johns Manville Roofing Systems, Denver, is the organization's new chairman. He replaces John Geary, vice president of marketing for Firestone Building Products Co. LLC, Indianapolis, who has served as PIMA's chairman for the past two years.
Griffin holds a bachelor's degree and a doctorate from Imperial College, London. He moved to the U.S. in 1991 to work on programs related to aerospace research and development for 3M, St. Paul, Minn. While at 3M, he served as technical manager of the Roofing Granules Division and manager of research and development and product development for 3M's specialty optical fiber business. He now is the technical director of the roofing business and business leader for asphalt roofing and boards & insulations for Johns Manville.
The industry online
Seaman Corp. has created a Web page for its FiberTite Simulated Metal Roofing at www.fibertite.com/products/simulate-metal-roofing.html. The Web page includes downloadable PDFs of brochures, data sheets, installation tips, guide specification and construction details.
Up the ladder
Chem Link Inc. has appointed the following regional manufacturer's representative managers: Dale Cisco is based in southern California; Ted McGee is based in Florida; Jeff Schuette is based in Michigan; Dorsey Troutman is based in Kansas; and Paul Graham is based in Texas.
ABC Supply Co. Inc. has promoted David Johnson to director of national accounts.
NRCA news
NRCA offers membership deal
NRCA will deduct $100 from membership dues for companies who join NRCA by March 30. With this offer, new members will save $100 on dues and receive $1,500 worth of NRCA publications and DVDs for free, including The NRCA Roofing Manual: Metal Panel and SPF Roof Systems—2012 on CD, which also includes electronic copies of The NRCA Roofing Manual: Membrane Roof Systems—2011; The NRCA Roofing Manual: Architectural Metal Flashing, Condensation Control and Reroofing—2010; and The NRCA Roofing Manual: Steep-slope Roof Systems—2009.
Member companies are listed in NRCA's online membership directory and online referral service. Additionally, NRCA member companies receive such benefits as:
For more information and to join NRCA, visit www.nrca.net/join or contact NRCA's Membership Department at (800) 323-9545 or membership@nrca.net.
The Alliance announces MVP Award winners
The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress announced the winners of its 12th annual Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards at NRCA's 125th Annual Convention, which was held Feb. 20-24 in Orlando, Fla. Following are the 2012 MVP Award winners:
David Baytosh, superintendent for Advanced Roofing Inc., Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Baytosh |
King |
Melton |
Molina |
Tkacz |
The MVP Awards program recognizes and honors outstanding roofing workers from various U.S. regions. Winners are chosen based on their significant contributions to one or more of the following areas: outstanding on-the-job performance; on-the-job safety performance; contributions to a team effort; community service and volunteerism; and other noteworthy contributions and activities.
For more information about the MVP Awards program or next year's nominations, contact Bennett Judson, the Alliance's executive director, at (800) 323-9545, ext. 7513 or bjudson@roofingindustryalliance.net.
Events
March
8
CERTA Train-the-trainer Authorization
NRCA
Chicago
Contact: NRCA's Customer Service Department
(866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722)
www.nrca.net
9
CERTA Train-the-trainer Reauthorization
NRCA
Chicago
Contact: NRCA's Customer Service Department
(866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722)
www.nrca.net
15-20
27th RCI International Convention and Trade Show
RCI Inc.
Dallas
Contact: RCI
(800) 828-1902
www.rci-online.org
20-22
North/East Roofing Contractors Association's 86th Annual Convention and Trade Show
North/East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA)
Mashantucket, Conn.
Contact: NERCA
(781) 849-0555
www.nerca.org
April
19-21
The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress member meeting
The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress
Atlanta
Contact: Bennett Judson
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7513
www.roofingindustryalliance.net
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