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Chem Link introduces new packaging

Chem Link—a formulator and manufacturer of nontoxic, high-performance adhesives, sealants, coatings and related products for application throughout the building envelope—has introduced a new look for the company's entire product line. The new Chem Link packaging features a vibrant blue theme across most products with the exception of the M-1^® Adhesive/Sealant, which has retained its highly recognizable metallic silver packaging. The packaging now includes application reference icons, making it simple to understand where a product is intended to be used. For more information, visit www.chemlink.com.

The new Secure Choice™ residential roof system by Malarkey Roofing Products^®

The new Secure Choice roof system is a family of products that supports all Malarkey Roofing Products steep-slope roofing shingle lines. The system includes field, starter shingle, and hip and ridge shingles, as well as the Smart Start™ Plus underlayment, Right Start™ UDL, and Arctic Seal^® ice and water barrier. All products are designed and manufactured in Malarkey Roofing Products manufacturing facilities for quality control to provide a secure roof system. A new animated video is available on Malarkey Roofing Product's website, www.malarkeyroofing.com.

Stay safe with a Safety Hoist™ material hoist

Safety Hoist is committed to safety and innovation. We develop better material handling alternatives—like our NEW environmentally friendly electric hoist, which is free of harmful emissions so it can be used indoors or outdoors and runs on 110 electric household current. Controlled descent and the cord-on-pendant design increases operator safety. This is just one of several new products we have planned to keep workers safe. Visit SafetyHoistCompany.com or call (877) 99-HOIST.

High-temperature self-adhering underlayment

MFM Building Products' Ultra HT Wind & Water Seal™ is a self-adhering roof underlayment composed of a cross-laminated, nonslip polymer film laminated to a 250 F-rated high-temperature rubberized asphalt adhesive. It is engineered for use under most roof systems, including metal where high heat is generated. This 45-mil-thick underlayment comes in a 36-inch by 67-foot 2-square roll. It is Miami-Dade County-approved, ICC-ES ESR-1737 and Florida Building Code-approved. Ten-year limited warranty. Free samples at www.mfmbp.com.

Roof consultant and roofing contractor

Teaming with a roof consultant using infrared technology may seem like an unnecessary pain. The fact is Aerial Infrared Thermal Roof Scans are the fastest, most cost-effective way to find hidden moisture in roofs and building envelopes. RAM USA uses NASA-grade cameras to capture high-resolution photos of roofs and pinpoints exactly where issues lie. For more information, visit www.ram-usa.com or call (216) 393-7663 and mention this ad.

Roof vacuuming services

RK Hydro-Vac Inc. provides a full line of roof vacuuming services for the industrial and commercial roofing industry. Services we offer include dry-vac, ballast removal, wet-vac and ballasting. We have multiple locations to serve you nationwide and more than 35 years of experience to professionally tackle your projects, small and large. Call (888) 493-7682, visit rkhydrovac.com/quote or find us in the Apple App Store under Roof Vac App.

PAC-150 standing-seam metal roof panels: great looks and performance

Petersen's PAC-150 metal roof panels combine an attractive thin-rib profile with excellent structural performance. PAC-150 can be curved to a minimum radius of 10 feet, and panels are mechanically seamed in the field to either 90 or 180 degrees depending on uplift requirements. Panels are available in more than 40 colors (most meet LEED,^® ENERGY STAR^® and cool roof certification) with a 30-year nonprorated warranty. For Petersen's full product line, visit www.PAC-CLAD.com or call (800) PAC-CLAD.

Exclusive supplier of the finest handmade tile in the world

Tile Roofs Inc. is a supplier of new hand-finished clay roof tiles and salvaged historical/vintage clay and concrete roof tiles and fittings. In partnership with our northern European manufacturing partner, we are proud to offer the finest handmade clay roof tiles in the world. Our Traditional and Heritage tiles are produced from high-quality clay reserves and fired in a 110-year-old coal-fired Hoffman kiln. Firing in temperatures hotter than 2,000 F bestows the tiles with their unique character and natural color shades. For more information, call (888) 708-TILE or visit www.tileroofs.com.

Roof insulation starts with Insulfoam

Choose Insulfoam R-Tech as your preferred roof insulation material. With fanfold or re-cover panel options, R-Tech insulation increases your building's thermal efficiency over roof decks and under roofing materials. Plus, it works with different roof deck materials, meets or exceeds the requirements of ASTM C578, and is covered by Insulfoam's 100 percent R-value warranty. For more information, visit insulfoam.com.

Joint and termination sealant

Mule-Hide Products' JTS 1—joint and termination sealant—allows contractors to quickly and easily seal large joints and roof termination bars, including those submerged under ponding water. The 100 percent solids moisture-cured urethane sealant offers excellent workability for dry and wet surface applications with no sagging or shrinkage and minimal odor. Contact Mule-Hide Products at (800) 786-1492 or mulehide@mulehide.com, or visit www.mulehide.com for more information.

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Don't make a career change until you speak with Dave Peterson. Dave has helped hundreds of roofing professionals obtain better jobs, get the pay they deserve, get better working conditions and move up the career ladder. If you are considering a change, contact Dave at dave@onlinepcg.com or (800) 269-7319, or visit onlinepcg.com. All information is confidential; fees are paid by the employer.

Experience the ABC Supply difference

With more than 700 locations nationwide, ABC Supply Co. Inc. is the nation's largest wholesale distributor of roofing and one of the nation's largest wholesale distributors of select exterior and interior building products. For more information and resources to grow your business, visit www.abcsupply.com/blog.

Metal deck replacement?

A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply stocks a complete inventory of roof decks in all types, gauges and finishes, including A, B, F and N decks. Metal deck is lightweight, strong, economical and easy to install. A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply has 14 locations in 11 states for easy pickup and can ship any size order anywhere in the U.S. Call (800) 894-7741 or visit www.metaldecksupply.com for a quote or to request more information.

UNIROOF AT / ST: welding close to the edge made easy

The UNIROOF AT/ST automatic welder from LEISTER is your versatile partner for welding single-ply membranes on flat or sloped roofs (up to 30 degrees). With its sleek design and construction, as well as its movable transport axle, this reliable robot enables you to weld effortlessly close to the edge and at or on the parapet and easily in narrow spaces. Available in 230V and 120V, UNIROOF offers ergonomic handling and a direct-driven, maintenance-free pressure wheel, providing higher contact pressure than its award-winning predecessor. For more information, visit www.leister.com.

Meet your deadline while eliminating hazards

SOPREMA's SURE-STICK products offer a full line of self-adhering roof membranes that allow you to meet your project deadlines without interrupting the daily routines of building occupants. With no hazards caused by open flames or odors from primers, SURE-STICK products are a great solution for sensitive applications, such as schools and hospitals. For more information, visit info.soprema.us/sure-stick.

Single-ply roof restoration

KM Coatings can improve the long-term performance of single-ply roofs with KM SP 1000, a VOC-compliant, solvent-based primer. KM SP 1000 improves the adhesion of acrylic coatings to most aged TPO and PVC membranes. Use this primer with a KM-approved acrylic coating for excellent coverage and protection. Its orange color enables strong identification for the applicator to achieve complete monolithic surface application. Learn more at kmcoatings.us.

SpeedStand speeds up jobs

SpeedStand makes protecting workers from falls quick and easy. Compact, one-piece stands set up instantly and are made with a broad base that allows them to be spaced 40 feet apart. The durable welded steel stands meet OSHA requirements and have rubber-padded legs to protect the roof membrane. They're engineered to save labor and increase production job after job. To see why SpeedStand has been the industry standard for 18 years, call (800) 460-7579 or visit www.qe-1.com.

Roof vacuums

Hurricane Roof Vacuums from Industrial Vacuum Equipment Corp. set the quality standard. We offer ballast stone, pea gravel and wet/dry up to 1,200 feet with maximum production and minimal maintenance. Hurricane vacuums load directly into a dump truck or dumpster. Start putting the rock removal profits in your pockets. Lease or rent-to-own options available. Please contact us for more information at (800) 331-4832 or visit www.industrialvacuum.com.