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COVID-19 Operations Update
An Important Update Regarding Firestone Building Products Operations Out of an abundance of caution, we will be temporarily shutting down manufacturing operations at our EPDM, asphalt, metal, TPO, coatings and spray foam manufacturing facilities in North America. ISO facilities, distribution centers and plant based warehouses will remain open. A temporary phased shutdown will begin Sunday, March 29 at all manufacturing locations in North America. The company is closely monitoring the situation in terms of employee safety and welfare, as well as business continuity and will continue to update facility plans, as necessary. We’ve been preparing for this possibility and FSBP is confident it is in a position to...
read moreA Marine and a Roofer – Called to Service
“It doesn’t matter what I’ve done – I’ve always tried to be a professional.” For Paul Swingle, a roofing consultant and former Marine based out of Georgia, integrity and discipline to do the best job in the most effective way possible, has always driven him to work creatively to deliver on a mission. After living his dream of playing college football and winning a National Championship in Mount Union, Ohio, Paul decided there was more in store for his future, so he joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 2001. After 10 years with the Marines, Paul decided it was time to take what he had learned and loved in the Marines and transition to civilian life, “I loved deploying. I loved training. I believed in our mission. And I wanted to...
read moreTop GenFlex Distributors Rewarded With Above All Program
GenFlex distributors work hard every day to provide quality service and products. Their support is important to GenFlex and GenFlex contractors. To reward our hardworking distributors, GenFlex has developed a special incentive program for those who go above and beyond with their loyalty to the brand and commitment to helping their customers. To show our gratitude, GenFlex developed the Above All Distributor Loyalty Program. “This year's program was particularly helpful in developing sales strategies to mirror with Genflex's new direction for the coming year. And also provided excellent networking opportunities with senior management at Firestone and GenFlex.” (Paul Whelan, SRS Distribution) The program’s...
read moreTop questions answered: GenFlex™ EZ TPO Peel & Stick™ Membrane
After the release of the new and improved GenFlex EZ TPO Peel & Stick membrane, there has been a lot of buzz about the product. To learn more about this product, GenFlex has compiled its most frequently asked questions. What is the temperature range for installing the EZ TPO Peel & Stick membrane? GenFlex’s EZ TPO Peel & Stick membrane, with advanced adhesion technology, provides extreme adhesion, so it can be installed from 20 degrees Fahrenheit to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, which allows you more opportunities to install the product without relying on the weather to provide perfect conditions. Can EZ TPO Peel & Stick be installed during the rain? Yes, this product can be installed during the rain. Rain will not decrease the...
read moreInternational Roofing Expo is just around the corner; will you be there?
In its 129th year, the International Roofing Expo (IRE) is returning to Florida, and the anticipation for the show is building. More than 475 companies will be exhibiting at the Orange County Convention Center Feb. 17-19, and GenFlex is excited to be among them. Featuring more than 44 sessions throughout the tradeshow this year, the wide range of topics includes: workplace safety, management, green building, legal, service and sales, and general business. Aside from the educational sessions, attendees have the opportunity to participate in a community service day and listen to keynote speaker, Dr. Beck Weathers. With all the sessions and events to attend, don’t forget to make a stop at the GenFlex booth, 1715. GenFlex...
read moreGenFlex app making life easier on the jobsite
On the job and on the go, as a roofing contractor, GenFlex recognizes how inconvenient it is to carry all of your technical documents with you. That’s why we offer the GenFlex technical app. Now you have access to all the technical information you might need at the touch of a screen. The easy-to-use app allows one-touch access to product specifications, safety and product data sheets for our EPDM and TPO roofing membranes, drawings, insulations, fasteners and sealants. The app also provides an up-to-date library of building codes. Additionally, the GenFlex app offers other time-saving features including the ability to print or share documents via email. You can also save your most used files to your tablet or device with a single...
read moreReap the rewards as a GenFlex authorized contractor
Working hard goes hand-in-hand with being a roofing contractor, but as a GenFlex authorized contractor, you can earn a little something extra for all the work you do. Nothing beats working with a high quality roofing membrane, but isn’t it great knowing you are appreciated for your loyalty to the GenFlex brand? This is GenFlex’s way of saying thank you to our authorized contractors. As a GenFlex authorized contractor, you can take advantage of the exciting rewards program and receive points based on the type of projects you are working on. Sign up to receive your rewards To sign up for the program, you will need your Authorized GenFlex contractor license number for your username and password to log on to...
read moreGenFlex EZ TPO Peel & Stick™ membrane makes for safe and speedy installation
When a member of the Broadmoor Church in Shreveport, Louisiana donated money to replace the 20-year-old roof, the project came to life in the summer of 2015. The church’s 17,500-square-foot building was prone to leaks and held two existing roofs, making it clear that it was time to replace the roof. Roofing contractor Steve Kinel, and his team from Corporate Roofing, led this project but worked closely with GenFlex distributor Bill Henderson, of Riverside Roofing Materials, and GenFlex sales representative, Chuck Steiner. The Broadmoor Church hosts many occupants on a regular basis, including a daycare, so it was extremely important that the roofing team find the right product to ensure a speedy and safe installation. After...
read moreBest roof for the job: GenFlex takes on Cincinnati apartment complex
GenFlex proved to be a valuable partner for the roofing team as they worked on the VP3 Apartments in Cincinnati, Ohio. Situated near the east side of the University of Cincinnati, VP3 Apartments were a part of a revitalization effort in the community to provide additional housing in the area. Downtown Cincinnati is receiving a $3 billion transformation in efforts to change the industrial feel of the city’s urban space. Uptown Rental Properties saw a need for additional housing near the University of Cincinnati and developed more than 40,000 square feet for the main apartment building and an additional 10,000 square feet in townhomes. For this project, the team at Armor Services partnered with Midwest Roofing Supply...
read moreGenFlex launches “GenFlex University” – Online, Interactive Roofing Education Tool
GenFlex launched of an exciting new resource: GenFlex University / an online education resource available through the GenFlex website. GenFlex University is offered free to roofing industry professionals – at GenFlex.com/university. New courses are available including EPDM Roofing Systems, Thermoplastic Roofing Systems, and Roofing Insulation and Cover Boards. Each interactive course features audio and text, graphics, animation and videos to help users work through hypothetical situations and answer questions about product options and recommended installation methods. As a dedicated partner to the roofing industry, GenFlex saw a need for an online educational resource, and delivered an interactive online...
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