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Waxes are made from recycled plastics

GreenMantra™ Technologies has introduced its Ceranovus™ polypropylene waxes produced from post-industrial plastic waste and post-consumer recycled plastics. Ceranovus polypropylene waxes reportedly can be used in asphalt roofing to stabilize or increase the softening point of commercial, residential or peel-and-stick roofing products. The waxes also can decrease penetration in some formulations and improve compound stability and impact resistance. Ceranovus A series polypropylene waxes are designed for applications that are not color-specific, and Ceranovus G series polypropylene waxes are designed for color-sensitive applications. Made with 100 percent recycled materials, Ceranovus polypropylene waxes can help buildings qualify for LEED certification.
www.greenmantra.ca

Waterproofing membrane resists punctures

W.R. MEADOWS^® Inc. has made available its CLAY-TITE Bentonite Waterproofing Membrane, a dual-layer membrane made with HDPE, sodium bentonite and a nonwoven polypropylene protective layer. HDPE waterproofs the membrane; bentonite's self-sealing capability reportedly provides puncture protection under hydrostatic conditions; and the membrane's polypropylene fabric is said to protect the bentonite on a job site. Designed for use below grade, durable CLAY-TITE Bentonite Waterproofing Membranes can be used in vertical and horizontal applications and installed in all weather conditions.
www.wrmeadows.com

Wizard tools identify roof drains and domes

Hy-Tech Roof Drains has made available The Drain Wizard™ and The Dome Wizard,™ online tools designed to help contractors identify a drain ring or dome from any roof drain manufacturer. The "wizards" ask users a few questions about the part in question and reveal the part's exact make and model, as well as alternative parts that can serve as effective replacements. Once a part is identified, users can order a replacement part through The Drain Wizard or The Dome Wizard.
www.hy-techroofdrains.com

Polyurethane system is flexible

ERSystems^® has introduced its Polyurethane 300 roof system restoration system. The elastomeric system is composed of an aromatic base coat and aliphatic finish coat. The Polyurethane 300 roof restoration system reportedly provides flexibility and durability, as well as strong hydrophobicity and resistance to impacts and ultraviolet radiation.
www.ersystems.com

Secure solar systems to commercial roofs

OMG^® Roofing Products has made available its PowerGrip™ Universal rooftop attachment anchor for mounting solar racking systems to commercial roofs. Designed to reduce or eliminate the need for ballast in solar racking systems, PowerGrip Universal reportedly can reduce weight, material handling and labor on roofs. The anchor is said to have up to 3,300 pounds force (lbf) of tensile strength, 2,500 lbf of shear strength and 2,000 lbf of compressive-load strength. PowerGrip Universal units are made of heavy-duty cast aluminum and feature base rings that secure through the roofing cover and into the structural roof deck as well as waterproof cover plates that prevent water infiltration. PowerGrip Universal units are said to be easy to install and do not require membrane welding.
www.omgroofing.com

Coating system resists ponding water

Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc. has introduced its SEBS Roof Coating System designed to withstand roof traffic, building movement and ponding water. The system was designed primarily for repairing and restoring metal roofs, but it also can be used on asphalt, concrete, EPDM, Hypalon,^® Kynar,^® polymer-modified bitumen, polyisobutylene and TPO roof systems. The SEBS Roof Coating System has strong elasticity said to enable it to conform to high levels of building movement and high-tensile strength to withstand foot traffic without damage. A solvent base and ultra-low moisture permeability enable the system to resist ponding water, and its lack of permeability also helps prevent metal corrosion and makes the coatings algae- and fungi-resistant. The coatings reportedly will not re-emulsify during prolonged exposure to ponding water. The SEBS Roof Coating System is applied similarly to elastomeric acrylic and silicone coating systems and can be applied in low temperatures.
www.mule-hide.com

Backpacks offer convenient storage

Milwaukee Tool has added an Ultimate Jobsite Backpack and a Low-Profile Backpack to its line of Storage Solutions products. The Ultimate Jobsite Backpack is designed for tradesmen who carry a variety of hand tools, power tools and accessories. Featuring a reinforced base, the Low-Profile Backpack is functional for users who perform diagnostic or service work and need to carry a tablet or laptop as well as a variety of tools. Constructed of tear-resistant 1680D Ballistic Material, the backpacks feature load-bearing harnesses with extra padding, durable metal zippers and storage features, including tech pockets and tape measure clips.
www.milwaukeetool.com

Stone pavers are color-blended

Tectura Designs has added its new Stone River four-color blended series to its portfolio of concrete rooftop, on-grade and architectural pavers. The four-color blends reportedly give customers the ability to customize the color palette of any paver. Stone River pavers are available in several standard color options, an array of finishes and surface textures, and more than 60 standard sizes with large, thick profiles.
www.tecturadesigns.com