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Insulation is made from recycled materials

Freudenberg Politex has introduced Ecozero,® a panel for thermoacoustic insulation of walls and roofs that is made from polyester fiber obtained by recycling post-consumer polyethylene terephthalate bottles.

Ecozero reportedly is environmentally friendly and will not rot and is available in various thicknesses and densities. The panels are said to perform well as thermal insulation and acoustic insulation and provide fire resistance. Ecozero reportedly is compact, durable, breathable and nonallergenic.

Web site: www.freudenbergpolitex.com
Telephone: +39 031 793 351

Coatings add reflectivity

3M™ Industrial Mineral Products Division has introduced 3M Scotchkote Roof Coatings for low-slope roof systems.

3M Scotchkote Roof Coatings are waterproof and reportedly can help extend a roof system's service life. The coatings are said to be durable and weather- and ultraviolet-resistant. 3M Scotchkote Roof Coatings reportedly apply easily, add reflectivity, and can be used for new construction or reroofing applications.

Web site: www.3M.com
Telephone: (888) 3M-HELPS (364-3577)

Truck accessories are durable

DeWALT® has introduced its line of commercial rack, storage and carrier solutions, including more than 60 aluminum boxes and numerous adjustable steel and aluminum vehicle racks. The products reportedly provide increased durability, strength and security while transporting tools, equipment and materials to job sites.

DeWALT's truck boxes feature a one-piece base design that reportedly helps prevent structural collapse. The boxes also feature fully formed lids, enclosed locking mechanisms and dual-lift lid struts. The truck boxes are available in various sizes and reportedly can be mounted in various locations on trucks.

DeWALT's industrial-grade steel racks reportedly can carry up to 1,800 pounds. The racks are designed with 2-inch square metal tubing and equipped with double-load bars that reportedly can carry up to 40 percent more than single bars.

DeWALT's van racks reportedly resist corrosion and can carry up to 750 pounds. The van racks feature four adjustable load stops and a full-length rubber insert that is said to protect transported materials.

Web site: www.dewalt.com
Telephone: (800) 4-DEWALT (433-9258)

Tool kit simplifies installations

Excalibur Tools USA LLC has introduced its ECR6114 Excalibur Tools Metal Roofing Kit, which includes two cordless tools that reportedly cut and fasten metal roofing.

The kit includes the EM6114 Cordless 14.4V Metal Cutter, which is said to provide maneuverability and speed and produce straight, accurate cuts. The kit also includes the ECD6714 Cordless 14.4V Impact Driver, which reportedly fastens roof panels quickly and easily. Additionally, the kit includes batteries, a battery charger, a carrying bag and a tool that rotates the cutting head.

Web site: www.excaliburtools.com
Telephone: (262) 639-2723

Coating features environmental benefits

Republic Powdered Metals Inc. has introduced its GEOGARD® LO Base Coat, an aromatic urethane base coat that reportedly is environmentally friendly and meets national and local volatile organic compound requirements.

GEOGARD LO Base Coat is a single-component product applied in one coat as the waterproofing layer for the GEOGARD Restoration System. The system is a two-coat process: GEOGARD LO Base Coat is applied and allowed to cure before GEOGARD Finish Coat is applied. The system's reflective surface reportedly can lower surface temperatures, extend service life and reduce energy costs.

Web site: www.rpmrepublic.com
Telephone: (800) 551-7081

Welding tools are ergonomic

Abbeon Cal Inc. has introduced its FORSTHOFF S-Line hot air welding tools, including the Quick-SE, Grand-SE and Hot Air SE. The welding tools are hand-held and feature a tapered-handle design that is said to be ergonomic and comfortable.

FORSTHOFF S-Line hot air welding tools feature motors that reportedly have carbon lifespans of more than 1,500 hours.

Web site: www.forsthofftools.com
Telephone: (800) 922-0977

Roof liner is durable

DuPont™ has introduced its DuPont Roofliner with Elvaloy,® a roof underlayment that is said to be durable and lightweight and prevent leaks.

DuPont Roofliner with Elvaloy reportedly resists tears and can be used with asphalt shingles; slate; wood shakes; standing-seam metal sheets; corrugated metal roofing; and clay, concrete, fiber cement and metal tiles.

Web site: www.dupont.com
Telephone: (800) 441-7515

Panels are recyclable

MBCI has introduced its Eco-ficient™ insulated panel product line, which includes Classic, Grand, Royal, Summit and Vintage profiles.

Eco-ficient insulated panels are available in 2-, 2 1/2-, 3- and 4-inch thicknesses and are said to reduce energy consumption and increase energy efficiency. The product's interior and exterior panel skins are composed of recycled content and can be recycled.

Web site: www.mbci.com
Telephone: (877) 713-6224

Adhesive sets quickly

Worthen Industries has introduced a high-solids, single-component, solvent-based polyurethane adhesive. The adhesive is said to set quickly and yield high adhesion when applied to fleece-backed substrates, wood, composite board and nylon.

The adhesive does not rise and is said to spread easily. Its ridges are applied with a notched squeegee or trowel. The ridges reportedly remain standing and are then forced into the fleece backing. The membrane must be "walked in" after application, and the adhesive reportedly cures within hours of application.

Web site: www.worthenindustries.com
Telephone: (603) 888-5443