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We often get asked, ‘Can you make 5.2-inch thick polyiso?’ or ‘Can you make 8-inch ISO?’ Even if we could, there’s a good reason to use multiple, thinner layers of insulation. Whenever you need a layer of insulation, you actually need TWO layers of insulation! If a single layer of rigid foam insulation boards gets used, there’s a high risk of heat gain or loss at all of the joints between the boards. These areas are called...
Read MoreEarth Day is an excellent reminder to check in with yourself and your surroundings and ask: Am I doing everything I can to protect the environment and reduce my footprint? If you're a building owner, facility manager, or roofing contractor, you know that every year and every project brings new environmental challenges. Every challenge also opens up new opportunities for you to improve operational sustainability, increase energy efficiency,...
Read MoreLafargeHolcim successfully closes Firestone Building Products acquisition LafargeHolcim welcomes the whole Firestone Building Products team of 1,900 employees Strong outlook for Firestone Building Products in 2021 confirmed with results to date above expectations and encouraging trends ahead Milestone in the transformation of LafargeHolcim to become the global leader in innovative and sustainable building materials and solutions LafargeHolcim...
Read MoreStock Up and Receive Free Shipping and Free Material! GenFlex is providing a special promotion to our valued customers for the GenFlex One Step Insulation Adhesive. For a limited time, receive 5 additional cases free with every 1 pallet ordered! Monday, February 8, 2021 – Friday, March 26, 2021 Note: All orders must complete shipping by Wednesday, March 31, 2021. Details: Part number: GenFlex One Step Insulation Adhesive...
Read MoreGenFlex’s new Tan (HR) EZ TPO color has been slightly changed to be in compliance with higher reflectivity codes. Our new Tan (HR) EZ TPO features the same formulation & benefits of the original Tan membrane, but now with 15% improved Solar Reflectivity. The new membrane color meets California’s Title 24 rigorous requirement for reflectivity and will also be eligible for the LEED v4/v4.1 sustainable heat island effect credit. Tan (HR) EZ TPO...
Read MoreSafety First! Tips to Reduce Fire Risk on the Roof Dry outdoor conditions increase the risk of static electricity and solvent based products release vapors that may be unexpectedly ignited by spark or static discharge. Most reports of solvent flash fires involve bonding adhesives, steel decks, isocyanurate insulation, and single-ply membranes. Static charge can be created by dragging insulation boards across each other, moving...
Read MoreUpdates to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act for 2020 Take advantage of the tax reform for your roof improvements in 2020! On December 22, 2017, the most sweeping tax legislation since the Tax Reform Act of 1986 was signed into law. The national tax reform bill features pro-growth adjustments for businesses, and the roofing industry is one of the benefiting parties. Better known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the bill features enhanced deductions...
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