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Product line is energy-efficient

Polyglass® USA Inc. has added Polybrite™ white coatings to its Kool Roof Solutions. The Polybrite product line includes Polybrite 70 White Elastomeric Roof Coating, Polybrite 72 White Flashing Compound, Polybrite 74 Rust Inhibitor and Polybrite 76 Base Coating for Ponding Water. Polybrite coatings are said to increase roof systems' energy efficiency and long-term performance.

Polybrite 70 White Elastomeric Roof Coating is a water-based coating that reportedly waterproofs metal, copper, wood, polymer-modified bitumen, PVC, TPO, EPDM, spray polyurethane foam and concrete roof substrates.

Polybrite 72 White Flashing Compound is a water-based rubber sealant that seals joints, seams, penetrations and fasteners on metal and concrete roof decks before applying Polybrite 70 White Elastomeric Roof Coating.

Polybrite 74 Rust Inhibitor is a light-blue industrial-strength primer designed to protect metal roof systems from rust.

Polybrite 76 Base Coating for Ponding Water is a light-blue water-based coating for roof areas that have potential for ponding water.

Web site: www.polyglass.com
Telephone: (800) 222-9782

Springs increase vehicle stability

Firestone Industrial Products Co. LLC has introduced its Ride-Rite™ kit for 2005-08 Isuzu N-Series Regular Cab and Crew Cab forward trucks. The Ride-Rite kit features Ride-Rite air helper springs, which reportedly maximize a truck's load support to improve its ride quality.

Ride-Rite air helper springs, which are installed between a truck's frame and axle, reportedly compensate for varying road conditions and load capacities. A pair of Ride-Rite air helper springs reportedly can provide up to 5,000 pounds of load-leveling capacity. The springs are said to maintain trucks' braking effectiveness, level off-center loads, reduce tire wear and increase vehicle stability.

Web site: www.ride-rite.com
Telephone: (800) 888-0650

Roof membranes offer options

GAF Materials Corp. has added three color options to its EverGuard® TPO product line. The roof membranes are now available in Regal Blue, Hartford Green and Regal Red.

Web site: www.gaf.com
Telephone: (800) ROOF-411 (766-3411)

Truck boxes are secure

Knaack LLC has introduced its WEATHER GUARD® Hi-Side Truck Boxes, which are available in 16 aluminum models and 11 steel models and reportedly provide durable, convenient and secure tool storage above truck beds.

WEATHER GUARD Hi-Side Truck Boxes feature a three-point latching system that is said to secure each side of the truck box and protect against theft, vandalism and weather. The truck boxes have adjustable legs that reportedly allow the truck boxes' mounting points to be customized for maximum bed space.

Web site: www.weatherguard.com
Telephone: (800) 456-7865

Crane offers speed options

Stellar Industries Inc. has introduced its Model 12628 telescopic service crane, which has a 28 1/2-foot-long hydraulic reach and features a planetary drive winch system that reportedly produces line speeds up to 50 feet per minute. Model 12628 features a hexagonal boom design and includes a variable-speed multifunction radio remote control.

Additionally, Stellar Industries has introduced its T-Max II mechanic truck body to accommodate Model 12628. The truck's body features 60-inch-tall, 22-inch-deep compartments with double-panel doors, stainless-steel hinges and door handles.

Web site: www.stellarindustries.com
Telephone: (800) 321-3741

Products resist heat

Ergodyne has added High Performance Class 2 Evaporative Cooling Vest (6675), Chill-Its® Evaporative Cooling Vest (6665), Phase Change Cooling Vest (6200), Cooling Towel (6602) and High Performance Hats (6640, 6645 and 6655) to its Chill-Its product line. All Chill-Its products reportedly help keep wearers cool and dry.

High Performance Class 2 Evaporative Cooling Vest (6675) features a water-repellant liner, polymer-embedded fabric and polyester mesh exterior and reportedly can be soaked in cold water and worn by workers.

Chill-Its Evaporative Cooling Vest (6665) also can be soaked in water and features a nylon exterior and interior fabric layer embedded with acrylic polymers that are said to be absorbent.

Phase Change Cooling Vest (6200) is available in khaki and high-visibility orange and reportedly can maintain a temperature of 58 F for up to four hours.

Cooling Towel (6602) is made of synthetic chamois and is said to be soft and washable.

High Performance Cap 6640 is a soft-billed cap, and High Performance Cap 6645 features a hard bill. The 6655 Shop Cap is made of quilted cotton and has a nonstructured soft bill.

Web site: www.ergodyne.com
Telephone: (800) 225-8238

Bird deterrent does not harm birds

Bird-B-Gone Inc. has introduced its Bird Spike 2000, a bird deterrent that reportedly is environmentally friendly and does not harm birds.

Bird Spike 2000 is said to prevent birds from landing on window ledges, roof lines, parapet walls and I-beams. The bird deterrent is made of post-industrial recycled plastic and reportedly will not break or bend.

Web site: www.birdbgone.com
Telephone: (800) 392-6915

Membrane is environmentally friendly

Birdair Inc. has introduced Sheerfill,® an architectural fabric roof membrane that achieves the Cool Roof Rating Council's cool roof status.

Sheerfill reportedly has received an initial solar reflectance performance rating of 0.71 and an initial thermal emittance performance rating of 0.89. The membrane is said to be energy-efficient and benefit building owners, occupants, utility operators and the environment.

Web site: www.birdair.com
Telephone: (800) 622-2246

Software increases efficiency

WennSoft® has introduced a software product featuring a customizable application program interface that reportedly allows users to more efficiently import jobs into WennSoft Job Cost, a tool that tracks project costs.

The software allows users to track estimate revision transactions and record who created original estimates and any estimate revisions. The software is said to be accurate and easy to use.

Web site: www.wennsoft.com
Telephone: (262) 821-4100

Book discusses green roof systems

Timber Press Inc. has published an updated edition of Planting Green Roofs and Living Walls by Nigel Dunnett and Noël Kingsbury.

The book discusses installation techniques for green roof and wall systems and describes roof modifications, drainage options, growing media and plant types.

Web site: www.timberpress.com
Telephone: (503) 227-2878

Roof coatings are solvent-free

West Development Group has introduced its HSS 535 and HSS 540 R2R one-component moisture-curing silicone rubber roof coatings for use with sprayed-in-place polyurethane foam. The coatings reportedly are solvent-free.

HSS 535 and HSS 540 R2R can be rolled or spray-applied, and touch-up work can be done with a brush or roller. The coatings reportedly are tack-free in one to two hours and cure at normal temperatures in two to six hours by reacting with moisture in the air. The coatings are said to form a durable and moisture-free seal.

Web site: www.wdgsilicones.com
Telephone: (866) 924-4585

Gutter system is recyclable

GLI Systems Inc. has introduced RainTube,® a porous tube made of recycled high-density polyethylene that reportedly fits tightly into the body of any rain gutter and prevents clogging and damage from snow and ice.

RainTube is said to extend a gutter's expected life by preventing deterioration caused by trapped moisture in the gutter's body. RainTube is recyclable and its use can generate Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design® points.

Web site: www.raintube.com
Telephone: (866) 724-6356

Coating system reduces cooling costs

MCPU Polymer Engineering has introduced Iron Sentry,™ a roof coating system that reportedly protects roof systems and can reduce a building's cooling costs 30 percent.

The product is composed of Iron Sentry flexible sealer and Iron Sentry reflective coating. The coating system features an elastomer formula that reportedly contains no mercury and can extend a roof system's life by preventing damage caused by rust.

Web site: www.ironsentry.net
Telephone: (951) 479-4983

Underlayment is self-adhering

Englert Inc. has introduced its Englert Metalman HT Self-Adhesive Roof Underlayment, a 40-mil-thick waterproofing membrane composed of SBS polymer-modified bitumen and a polyethylene woven-top facer that is said to be ultraviolet-resistant and slip-resistant.

Englert Metalman HT Self-Adhesive Roof Underlayment reportedly can withstand temperatures up to 250 F. The underlayment features a silicone backing that reportedly protects against dehydration and allows the underlayment to be stored outside.

Web site: www.englertinc.com
Telephone: (732) 826-8614

Ladder strap provides safety

Prolin Products Inc. has introduced The Ladder Strap,™ a ladder safety product that is said to protect roofing workers from ladder-related job-site accidents.

The Ladder Strap consists of a set of straps that attach to the top of a ladder, reportedly securing it in place. The straps are designed to work with aluminum, fiberglass and wood extension ladders on all roof slopes. The Ladder Strap is said to be easy to use, install and remove.

Web site: www.theladderstrap.com
Telephone: (310) 753-4180