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Fall-arrest systems offer mobility

Honeywell has introduced its new Miller^® Rigid Rail Fall Arrest Systems, which reportedly provide workers with exceptional mobility and fall protection when working at heights on or above vehicles or elevated machinery.

Featuring an open track design, three types of Miller Rigid Rail Fall Arrest Systems are available in various configurations and support center distances. The Inverted "L" System (single rigid rail) provides fall protection for working at heights on vehicles or elevated machinery. The "T" Dual Track System (dual rigid rail) delivers dual fall protection for working side-by-side on top of vehicles or elevated machinery. The "P" Series System (portable single rigid rail) is an economical solution for applications requiring temporary protection for working at heights.

Additional features include continuous lateral fall-arrest protection along the full length of the system and reduced fall clearance requirements that enable workers to work on applications low to the ground.

Website: hwll.co/rigid-rail
Telephone: (800) 430-5490

Anchor provides safety solution

FallTech has announced the release of the FallTech Ringed Plate Anchor, which provides a temporary safety solution for workers performing work on building exteriors and roof systems. Installed over a truss on the field of wood frame structures, the anchor serves as a single-user anchor point for personal fall-arrest and restraint systems.

The anchor's features include a reusable anchor for cost effectiveness; the ability to use multiple anchors in succession to create a complete rooftop safety system with 100 percent tie-off; three-screw installation; and Occupational Safety and Health Administration compliance.

Website: falltech.com
Telephone: (800) 719-4619

Thumb drive offers auto-updates

Kingspan Insulated Panels North America has made available the Kingspan WikiSTIK,™ which offers detailed, up-to-date product information via a thumb drive or an app.

Kingspan WikiSTIK Mobile provides fast access to comprehensive Kingspan product literature, as well as links to other Kingspan Web-based technologies and tools.

A WikiSTIK can be used on Macs or PCs; system requirements are Windows XP Vista or higher and Mac OS X 10.3 or higher.

Website: www.kingspanpanels.us
Telephone: (877) 638-3266

Panels help assess hail damage

Hail Signature Technologies has introduced residential and commercial panels that provide scientific proof regarding whether a roof has received sufficient hail impact energy to warrant a claim.

The commercial panels are mounted directly on a roof, offering quick and simple visual inspection. The color-coordinated residential panels are mounted directly on shingles three rows above the gutters, so visual inspection can be made from a ladder.

The amount of hail impact energy is assessed by measuring the depth of the dents on the panels with the provided depth gauge.

Website: www.hailsignature.com
Telephone: (913) 620-4928

Shingle offers easy installation

IKO has made available Dynasty with ArmourZone, an architectural laminated asphalt roof shingle that offers an enlarged nailing area to make installation faster, easier and more accurate. A tear-resistant, reinforced woven band within the ArmourZone reportedly provides fastening strength over a greater surface area of the shingle, helping to resist pull-through.

Two nailing lines, which are 1 1/4 inches apart, guide installers to a wider nailing surface for correct nail placement.

The shingles are warranted to withstand high winds of up to 130 mph by using only four nails. Other shingle features include Fastlock modified bitumen sealant and Algae Block ceramic copper-coated granules for algae-resistance.

Website: www.iko.com
Telephone: (888) IKO-Roof (456-7663)

Roof system offers protection

Seaman Corp.'s FiberTite^® has made available FiberTite Brite,™ which combines FiberTite Roofing Systems; Seaman Corp.'s architectural vinyl membrane technology; and Kynar, a fluoropolymer top-finish.

FiberTite Brite is available in white, Salem blue, desert tan, brownstone red, patina green and copper (metallic). It features custom solid color options and pattern designs and a flexible membrane. In addition to the FiberTite standard warranty, FiberTite Brite has a 10-year, limited colorfast warranty and meets ASTM D4434 specifications.

Website: www.fibertite.com
Telephone: (800) 927-8578

Health and safety program is OSHA-compliant

The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) has introduced a new Health & Safety Program designed specifically for spray polyurethane foam contractor companies. The program complies with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and provides a benchmark guide to ensure the health and well-being of all employees and customers.

The program is designed to provide contractor companies with a management tool to ensure consistency in training programs, as well as to set clear expectations for employee behavior and performance; equipment and materials quality and condition; work processes; proper records retention; and environmental stewardship.

The SPFA Health & Safety Program is available to all SPFA member companies. It also may be used to meet the SPFA Professional Certification Program Contractor Company Accreditation requirement for a documented company safety program.

Website: www.sprayfoam.org
Telephone: (800) 523-6154

NRCA releases revised toolbox talks

NRCA Toolbox Talks has been redesigned and updated. Specifically for foremen and trainers, the product allows crews to review an important safety lesson each week. Each lesson is structured to allow for various presentation styles and includes safety-training tips and key points to stimulate questions and discussion.

For more information or to purchase the product, go to shop.nrca.net. In addition to purchasing a hard copy, NRCA members can access a PDF of the publication for free via shop.nrca.net.