The Roofing Marketplace

TPO Direct Weld testing yields dramatic results

A test group of Canadian roofing contractors were supplied with TPO Direct Weld coated 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 coated products bond 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.

Weatherproofing made simple

Retro-Spin™ metal roof flashings + Retro-Split™ rubber storm collars from All Style Industries create a "Slide from the Side" kit that weatherproofs difficult roof penetrations. Retro-Spin flashing kits have no ugly zippers and require no fancy tools to weatherproof any class of roof penetration, including round, angle iron or square geometric shapes. They are the easiest to install and best-looking retrofit system on the market. Professionals who have pride in their work always use the best: Retro-Spin flashing kits. Learn more at www.spinflashing.com or call All Style Industries at (805) 557-1225.

One-piece flexible corner flashing shingle

Rite Products introduces FLASH-RITE corner shingles made specifically for the corners of flashings. They can be used on the right or left side and are flexible enough to form to any roof slope. They eliminate the need to rely on roof slope at the critical corners of base flashings. They are available in aluminum and copper and install quickly with standard step flashing components. Visit www.riteproducts.com for more information and instructional videos or call (800) 572-8894 for more information.

Maintenance and repair solutions

Heritage® IR Laminated Asphalt Shingles from TAMKO Building Products Inc. feature the same natural beauty that has made the Heritage Series such a popular choice among homeowners. Naturally deep shadow lines portray the look of real wood shakes, and six attractive color choices enable you to find the perfect complement to your home. Heritage IR carries a UL 2218 Class 4 impact-resistance rating. For more information, call (800) 641-4691 or visit www.tamko.com/residentialroofing/laminatedasphalt/heritageIR/intro.

NRCA offers free monthly webinars

NRCA University is offering FREE webinars as a membership benefit. Topics include "R" You Aware? Understanding R-values for Polyiso; Errors & Omissions and Pollution: Understanding Your Exposures; Obamacare: Understanding the Myths and Mandates; Problems and Risks Posed by Lightweight Structural Concrete Roof Decks; Understanding Energy Codes; and more. All webinars will be presented on the third Thursday of each month at noon CST. For more information, visit www.nrca.net/webinar or contact NRCA's Customer Service Department at (866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722) or info@nrca.net.

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.