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Foam forms temporary seal

OMG Inc. has introduced its OlyBond NightShot, a low-rise polyurethane foam that is said to quickly form a temporary seal between new roof coverings and existing roof systems.

OlyBond NightShot is dispensed as a liquid from a portable applicator. It reportedly can be applied in a single band on an old roof surface at the intersection of a new roof system and will rise to form a seal. OlyBond NightShot is said to adhere to TPO, EPDM, PVC, built-up and modified bitumen roof systems.

Web site: www.olyfast.com
Telephone: (800) 633-3800

Adhesive cures quickly

Dow Building Solutions has introduced its INSTASTIK™ Quik Set roofing adhesive, a single-component foam said to cure in three to seven minutes. It reportedly works well in temperatures from 33 F to 110 F.

INSTASTIK Quik Set is available in 23-pound canisters, which provide up to 90 square feet of coverage.

Web site: www.dow.com
Telephone: (866) 583-2583

Netting is heavy-duty

Global Accessories Inc. has introduced its Spidy Gear® Bed Web, which secures items on pickup truck beds and rooftop cargo racks. The Spidy Gear Bed Web is constructed of a heavy-duty 6-mil stretch shock cord radiating from a stainless-steel center ring and is said to stretch to one and a half times its size to accommodate loads.

The Spidy Gear Bed Web is available in large and small configurations in black, blue, yellow and red.

Web site: www.global-accessories.com
Telephone: (800) 736-1610

Vacuums are powerful

Ridge Tool Co. has introduced its RIDGID® industrial two-stage wet/dry vacuums, which are said to quickly clean up heavy debris and liquid. Model No. RV2400A features a 14-gallon polypropylene drum, and Model No. RV2600B features a 16-gallon polypropylene drum. The drums are said to be corrosion-resistant.

Both models feature a three-layer pleated filter with a large surface area that is said to increase motor efficiency. Additionally, both models convert to a blower with 150-mph blowing velocity.

Web site: www.ridgid.com
Telephone: (800) 769-7743

Footwear offers increased comfort

Ergodyne has added Trex Footbeds to its protective footwear line. Trex Footbeds are said to be supportive and shock-absorbent.

Trex Footbeds provide heel-toe alignment that is said to keep a user's knees, hips and back aligned.

Web site: www.ergodyne.com
Telephone: (651) 789-2236

Underlayment resists moisture

Fortifiber Building Systems Group® has introduced PlyDry™ 30 and Rooftex™ 30B, synthetic roof underlayments that are said to resist moisture.

PlyDry 30 features CatWalk™ coating to make it slip-resistant. Rooftex 30B uses polymer technology that reportedly allows moisture to escape.

Web site: www.fortifiber.com
Telephone: (775) 333-6400

Anchor provides safety

DBI-SALA® has introduced its 3-Man Swiveling Roof Anchor, which features three elevated 360-degree rotating anchorage points. The rotating anchorage points are said to allow workers more movement and, when connected to a self-retracting lifeline, provide hands-free mobility while reducing snagging, dragging and trip hazards.

The 3-Man Swiveling Roof Anchor reportedly can be assembled quickly using four fasteners per foot. Additionally, the anchor's design is said to deform in the event of a fall, helping to dissipate energy from the fall evenly to the roof surface.

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

Roof system is energy-efficient

Polyfoam Products Inc. has introduced its Ecoset™ Tile Roofing System for steep-slope roofing projects. The five-part system has an R-value of 10.68 and is said to be energy-efficient and eco-friendly.

The Ecoset Tile Roofing System consists of a waterproofing underlayment; layer of expanded polystyrene insulation adhered by ribbons of Polyfoam Products' two-component polyurethane free-rise adhesive; and tile adhered to the insulation by Polyfoam Products' adhesive. The system reportedly reduces peak heat flow through the roof deck during the summer by about 80 percent and reduces heat loss during the winter by about 70 percent.

Additionally, the Ecoset Tile Roofing System is said to increase service life, strength and durability.

Web site: www.polyfoam.cc
Telephone: (800) 774-3626

Panel melts ice

Delta-Therm Corp. has introduced its Ice Melt Panel, which is used to prevent ice buildup, icicles and ice dams along a roof's edge. Shingles can be installed on top of the Ice Metal Panel with only the cable channel visible.

The Ice Metal Panel is made of aluminum and can be painted to match shingle color. Each Ice Metal Panel is 4 feet long and 8 inches wide and features a cable channel.

Web site: www.delta-therm.com
Telephone: (800) 526-7887

Ridge vent resists weather

Trimline® Building Products has introduced Trimline VariaVent, a ridge vent with attached aluminum weather blocking. The blocking reportedly allows the vent to form a weather-tight seal.

Trimline VariaVent allows venting at the ridge line and is said to remove hot or moist air from an attic to prolong roof system life and reduce cooling costs. Trimline VariaVent is available in saddle brown, French clay, terra cotta and charcoal colors.

Web site: www.trimline-products.com
Telephone: (800) 438-2920