The Roofing Marketplace

Fast and simple shingle-starter product

MFM ShingleStarter™ is a self-adhering, self-sealing waterproofing membrane that eliminates the need to cut shingle tabs, saving the contractor valuable time, material and labor costs. The membrane aggressively bonds to the roof substrate and features a sealing strip to prevent shingle uplift at the roof edge. ShingleStarter is a 50-mil granulated product with a roll size of 7.2 inches by 33 1/2 feet. Product meets ASTM D 1970, Florida Building Code FL 11842.1 and ICC-ES ESR 1737 and is Miami-Dade County-approved. For more information, visit www.mfmbp.com.

No generator? No problem!

Leister's 120V/15A UNIROOF E 40 mm leads the pack in the compact class of automatic welders. Its portability provides you with the convenience of plugging into house power instead of hoisting a generator. In addition, the UNIROOF E 40 mm's compact design makes it ideal for small areas that are not easily accessible by other welders. For more information, visit www.leisterusa.com.

Responsive web design launched

A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply announces our new responsive web design, which makes any web page look great at any size. The responsive site will adjust to fit any desktop, smart phone or tablet automatically. You can access metal deck profiles, find locations and request proposals from any size device while at your desk, on the road or at a job site. A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply stocks metal deck in all types, gauges and finishes for immediate pickup or delivery in 14 locations. We can provide the metal deck you need for reroofing projects of any size. Visit metaldecksupply.com or call (800) 894-7741 for metal decks anywhere in the U.S.

Design Essentials for Roof Performance: Codes Package

With NRCA University's Design Essentials for Roof Performance, you have an easy, affordable way to learn about designing for optimal roof system performance. The online program is an excellent resource that explains the issues to consider when determining which roof systems or components are best for the building type, location and building owner's requirements. The Design Essentials for Roof Performance: Codes Package consists of two self-paced learning modules requiring about 40-50 minutes to complete. For more information, go to shop.nrca.net or contact NRCA's Customer Service Department at (866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722) or info@nrca.net.

Objective, scientific method for determining roof hail damage

After a hailstorm, there are often doubts about whether a residential or commercial roof system has been damaged. Resolution of damage often becomes somewhat of an arbitrary decision. Homeowners and buildings owners now have an objective, scientific approach for this determination to resolve whether damage to a roof has occurred and an insurance claim should be considered. How? Hail Signature Technologies panels record the occurrence and magnitude of hail impacts. Visit us at www.hailsignature.com.

ELITE Membrane Material Warranty

First introduced in 1962, EPDM roof membranes have grown exponentially in popularity and quality. More than 50 years of product innovations and improvements have made EPDM roof systems a greater value than ever before. Inspired by EPDM's long history of dependable performance, Carlisle is offering a new warranty for its 90-mil Sure-Seal^® EPDM. The industry-leading 40-year ELITE Membrane Material Warranty is a full nonprorated material warranty that provides unparalleled coverage over the depreciable life of a roof. For more information, visit www.carlislesyntec.com or call (800) 479-6832.