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Shingle is durable

CertainTeed Corp. has introduced its Presidential Shake™ impact-resistant luxury shingle that features a sculptured tab for styling that replicates the depth and dimension of wood shakes.

The shingle has a fiberglass scrim on its back surface and two laminated layers, which are said to be tough and durable. The shingle reportedly can withstand the impact of a 2-inch steel ball dropped from 20 feet without cracking.

Web site: www.certainteed.com
Telephone: (800) 233-8990

Membranes are smaller

Carlisle SynTec Inc. has introduced its FleeceBACK® EPDM membranes in a smaller size than its traditional FleeceBACK membranes. The 5- by 40-foot membranes weigh less than 100 pounds and are said to provide easy handling.

The membranes feature factory-applied tape, which reportedly provides uniform adhesive width and thickness. Three portable adhesive options—a 5-gallon, cold-applied bucket; aqua-based adhesive in a caulk-like tube; and FAST™ Adhesive box set—are available with the membranes.

Web site: www.carlisle-syntec.com
Telephone: (800) 4-SYNTEC

Diverter prevents water damage

Berger Building Products Inc. has introduced its copper kick-out diverter, which is formed from 16-ounce copper and reportedly helps prevent water intrusion at roof-to-wall intersections.

The copper kick-out diverter is said to install quickly and easily.

Web site: www.bergerbros.com
Telephone: (800) 523-8852

Duct sealant adheres instantly

Hardcast has introduced FOIL-GRIP™ 1403-181BFX, a 40-year, pressure-sensitive, 17-mil-thick rolled duct sealant. FOIL-GRIP 1403-181BFX is manufactured with a modified butyl adhesive—which is said to adhere instantly to any duct surface and fully bond within 24 hours—joined to a mill-finished aluminum foil backing.

FOIL-GRIP 1403-181BFX reportedly will not crack, dry out or rot and will perform in temperatures from -20 F to 200 F. It reportedly can be applied in temperatures from 35 F to 110 F. FOIL-GRIP 1403-181BFX is available in 100-foot rolls and 2- and 3-inch widths.

Web site: www.hardcast.com
Telephone: (800) 527-7092

Lifeline is self-retracting

Protecta has added the AD230AG self-retracting lifeline to its Protecta JRG line. The AD230AG features 100 feet of 3/16-inch-thick galvanized cable and a two-pawl braking system that is said to arrest a fall within 2 feet. All internal components of the AD230AG are zinc-coated, which is said to increase durability and resist corrosion.

The AD230AG weighs 27 pounds and features a folding anchorage handle that is said to make carrying easy and comfortable.

Web site: www.capitalsafety.com
Telephone: (800) 328-6146

Roof board is resilient

Johns Manville Roofing Systems has introduced Invinsa™—a roof board that features mineral-coated fiberglass-reinforced facers, which are said to resist water absorption. It reportedly will not rot, deteriorate, dissolve or support mold.

Invinsa is said to be flexible and resist damage from hail, foot traffic, construction loads and typical roof maintenance. Each 4- by 8-foot sheet of Invinsa weighs 12 pounds.

Web site: www.jm.com
Telephone: (800) 654-3103

Cap system prevents moisture

National Nail Corp. has introduced its STINGER™ CH38 cap hammer, an airless cap delivery system for securing roofing felt. It is said to prevent moisture and provide holding power to reduce the risk of blow-offs.

Caps and staples for the STINGER CH38 are sold in STINGER StaplePacs that include 12 rolls of 168 collated caps and 24 strips of 84 staples.

Web site: www.nationalnail.com
Telephone: (800) 746-5659

Mounting options are convenient

DBI-SALA has introduced three mounting options for its Perimeter Debris Net System, which holds job-site debris. The mounting options include parapet wall mounting, concrete column mounting and a flush mounting plate.

The mounts reportedly allow the net system to be mounted almost anywhere around the perimeter of a building construction site.

Web site: www.capitalsafety.com
Telephone: (800) 328-6146

Air guns are powerful

Guardair Corp. has introduced its INFORCER™ series of air guns, which feature a venturi nozzle that is said to be powerful. The air guns also have insulated ergonomic grips with built-in handstops.

INFORCER air guns are available in aluminum or steel. The steel model features a hardened chisel point nozzle that is said to loosen debris.

Web site: www.guardaircorp.com
Telephone: (800) 482-7324

System is nonpenetrating

Garlock Equipment Co. has introduced CageGuard, a freestanding system for guarding skylights or temporary roof openings. The system is said to be nonpenetrating and take less than an hour to install.

CageGuard has adjustable legs and a powder-coat yellow finish.

Web site: www.railguard.net
Telephone: (800) 328-9522

Truck cap offers durability

SNUGTOP® has introduced the SNUGPRO, a commercial truck cap that is said to be durable and strong.

The SNUGPRO features recessed fiberglass side doors that reportedly are barely visible when closed. The doors feature recessed folding T-handles with three-way secure locks that are said to provide maximum security.

Web site: www.snugtop.com
Telephone: (562) 432-5454