The Roofing Marketplace

New edge metal and accessories for single-ply roof systems

Mule-Hide Products is excited to announce our new edge metal and accessories for single-ply roof systems. Our line of edge metal and accessories reduces installation costs and increases productivity. Our wide assortment of standard and custom-fabricated products are quick and easy to install, helping to reduce labor costs by eliminating on-site metal fabrication. All our products are inspected, wrapped in protective film and shipped to job sites ready for installation. Contact Mule-Hide Products at (800) 786-1492 or mulehide@mulehide.com or visit www.mulehide.com for more information.

TPO Direct Weld testing yields dramatic results

A test group of Canadian roofing contractors were recently supplied with TPO Direct Weld-treated sheet-metal strips and instructed to perform a pull test to see how well the TPO bonded. EVERY strip passed the test! Menzies TPO Direct Weld bonds to the TPO membrane so well the membrane will separate at the scrim while the bottom layer of the membrane stays bonded to the coating. For more information, call (800) 665-8840.

Metal roofing for low-slope applications

TITE-LOC Panels from Petersen Aluminum combine structural panel performance with architectural aesthetics. TITE-LOC Panels are corrective-leveled to provide superior panel flatness. A factory-applied sealant bead gives additional weather resistance. TITE-LOC Panels require mechanical field seaming after installation. The panels have a concealed-fastener floating clip system designed to allow for thermal expansion/contraction. These panels require a minimum 1/2:12 roof slope and are a perfect solution for low-slope applications. For further details, call (800) PAC-CLAD (722-2523) or visit www.pac-clad.com.

Fast and simple shingle starter product

MFM ShingleStarter™ is a self-adhering, waterproofing membrane that eliminates the need to cut shingle tabs, saving valuable time, material and labor costs. The asphalt adhesive 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-thick granulated product with a roll size of 7.2 inches by 33 1/2 feet. The prepackaged sleeve features installation instructions in English, Latin-American Spanish and Canadian French. The product is packaged eight rolls per carton. More information is available at www.mfmbp.com.

The Owens Corning™ Total Protection Roofing System™*

It takes more than just shingles to protect a home—it takes an integrated system of components and layers designed to withstand the forces of nature outside while controlling temperature and humidity inside. The Owens Corning Total Protection Roofing System gives your customers the assurance that all their Owens Corning roofing components are working together to help increase the performance of the roof—and to enhance the comfort and enjoyment of those who live beneath it.

*Excludes non-Owens Corning roofing products such as flashing, fasteners and wood decking

NRCA Material Handling Series: Overhead and Understood

NRCA Material Handling Series: Overhead and Understood gives you everything you need to train your workers so you comply with OSHA's requirements for crane and hoist operations, signal person qualifications, qualified riggers, forklift operations and working with rooftop powered equipment. Each module includes a DVD, helmet decals and printable PDFs of an instructors guide, learners manual, test and answer key, tailored assessment and training tools, customizable wallet card and certificate of completion. The series package is available for $395 for NRCA members and $790 for nonmembers.