INDUSTRY COALITION FORMED TO ADDRESS CHANGES TO FM GLOBAL PROPERTY LOSS PREVENTION DATA SHEET 1-29
In January 2006, FM Global made significant changes to Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 1-29 titled “Roof Deck Securement and Above-Deck Roof Components.” The changes particularly affect the design of fully adhered roofing systems that require a Class 1-90 rating or higher on steel decks. Fully adhered systems are defined as hot applied built-up and modified bitumen membranes, torch applied modified bitumen membranes, cold process built-up and modified bitumen membranes, self-adhering modified bitumen membranes and single-ply membranes, and fully-adhered single-ply membranes installed over mechanically-attached insulation, with or without a cover board, on a steel deck. Before this change, the requirements for perimeter and corner attachment could be met by simply increasing the number of fasteners in the perimeter and corner areas for listed systems. Read more...
SUSTAINABLE BUILDINGS CANADA LAUNCHES NEW WEB SITE
Sustainable Buildings Canada (SBC) is pleased to launch its new web site featuring news on upcoming events, green building resources and assessment tools, recent newsletters and a member listing. The web site address is www.sbcanada.org.
“SBC continues to promote market transformation to higher-performance buildings, especially where waste can be reduced and savings on operational costs can be realized,” said Mike Singleton, executive director of Sustainable Buildings Canada. “Our new web site features the member-driven programs and events that SBC offers throughout the year, including the annual Toronto Regional Green Building Festival taking place on Oct. 31 to Nov. 1, 2006.” Read more...
Understanding the Role of the Project Manager
By MICHAL JAWORSKI and SAMANTHA IP, Clark Wilson LLP
Managing any construction project requires talent in the art of
building and maintaining strong relationships and the specialized
skills that can only be gained from experience. With money and
reputation on the line, it is important for every player in the
construction industry to ensure that all the pieces are in place to
carry out a project on time and on budget, and to meet or even exceed
the expectations of quality and participant satisfaction. Read more...
Best practices for self-adhesive and cold adhesive installation
These membranes require different application techniques than traditional roofing systems.
By RINO THERIAULT, Soprema Inc.
Advances in self-adhesive technology, installation tools and methods
are pushing the growth of this application method as roofing
contractors reap the benefits of completing SBS modified bitumen
projects with greater ease, speed and cost-effectiveness. Along with
cold adhesive installation, they are more commonly being used where hot
asphalt odors are a concern or site conditions preclude the use of open
flame, whether torch or kettle. Read more...
TORONTO DEPUTY
MAYOR RECEIVES CIVIC AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Councillor Joe
Pantalone, deputy Mayor of the City of Toronto, received the Civic Award of
Excellence from (itals)Green Roofs for Healthy Cities(enditals). Pantalone
played a central role in Toronto’s adoption of the first comprehensive set of
green roof policies in North America. Pantalone was recognized, along with
award winning designers, at the Fourth Greening Rooftops for Sustainable
Communities conference and trade show held in Boston, Mass., earlier this year.
The event attracted over 800 attendees and 70 exhibitors for a week of
professional development, tours and exhibits. Green Roof Awards of Excellence
celebrate projects that are holistically designed and provide benefits in terms
of the function of the building site and the surrounding community. Full
details and photos of all projects can be found at www.greenroofs.org. Read more...
INDUSTRY-FIRST AD CAMPAIGN PUTS HEARING PROTECTION AT THE FOREFRONT
A new ad campaign recently launched by Bacou-Dalloz Hearing Safety Group is one of the first in the industry to look beyond issues of compliance and attenuation ratings to focus on one of the most important elements of any hearing conservation program – the noise-exposed workers who wear hearing protectors on the job. The “People” campaign, which features a series of people-oriented, full-page ads for Bacou-Dalloz brands Howard Leight® and Bilsom, is currently running in a number of safety publications, including Occupational Health and Safety, ISHN and OHS Canada. Read more...
FIRESTONE DONATES TO ROOF CONSULTANTS INSTITUTE FOUNDATION
Firestone Building Products Company donated $10,000 to the Roof Consultants Institute Foundation to support the Foundation’s commitment to education and research initiatives. Firestone presented the cheque to Joe Hale, Roofing Consultants Institute (RCI) chairman, during the RCI’s 21st International Convention and Trade Show held in Phoenix, Ariz., earlier this year. Read more...
SPAR-MARATHON ROOFING SUPPLIES ACQUIRES SELECTED ASSETS OF THE ROOF SHOP
SPAR-Marathon Roofing Supplies is pleased to announce that it has acquired selected assets of the Roof Shop – formerly EMCO Building Products ‘BP’ Service Centres. The Roof Shop effectively compliments SPAR-Marathon by offering ideal locations, quality product selection, exceptional trucking capabilities, and dedicated and knowledgeable people. Read more...
GAF MATERIAL CORPORATION TO BUILD NEW TPO MANUFACTURING FACILITY
AF Material Corporation has announced plans to build a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for production of its EverGuard® TPO roofing membranes. GAF expects this facility to be fully operational by the third quarter of 2007.Located in Gainsville, TX, approximately 50 miles north of Dallas, this 185,000 sq. foot facility is strategically positioned to provide quality TPO membrane and accessory products to support growth primarily in the western and southern markets. The new facility will be one of the largest operational production lines devoted solely to the production of TPO-based single ply membrane roofing products in North America. Read more...
CORTEC® VPCI™-373
WASH PRIMER ELIMINATES CHROMATE & ACID TREATMENTS FOR ALUMINUM, STAINLESS
AND GALVANIZED
Chemists from
Cortec Laboratories have introduced VpCI™-373, a low-VOC water-based wash
primer specifically designed to promote adhesion on aluminum, stainless and
galvanized metals, and to eliminate previously required hexavalent chromate or
acidic washes. Rather than going through
the time consuming, costly and environmentally damaging process of using acids,
manufacturers can simply apply a thin coat of VpCI-373 and then paint as usual.
The end result is improved adhesion, more durable corrosion protection, lower
environmental and worker safety impact. Read more...
UPDATED VERSION OF ANSI/SPRI FASTENER STANDARD FX-1 NOW AVAILABLE
An updated and revised version of the ANSI/SPRI “Standard Test Procedure for Determining the Withdrawal Resistance of Roofing Fasteners, ANSI/SPRI FX-1-2006” has been officially canvassed and reaffirmed as an official national standard in accordance with protocol established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Read more...
METALTECH-OMEGA INTRODUCES NEW CONTRACTOR SERIES METALTECH TELESCOPIC LADDER
A few months after introducing the Metaltech Telescopic Ladder to Canada, Laval-based Metaltech-Omega Inc., introduces its Contractor Series Metaltech Telescopic Ladder to the Canadian construction industry. CSA approved, the Grade One version, specially designed for construction and renovation industry professionals, is currently shipping to 1000 hardware stores and home renovation centres across Canada. Read more...
CLASSIC METAL ROOFING SYSTEMS ADDS A MODERN FLAIR TO TRADITIONAL CEDAR SHAKES WITH PERFECTION COUNTRY MANOR SHAKE PRODUCT
The best of both worlds, Perfection Country Manor Shake elegantly combines class and country aesthetics with contemporary designer appeal to deliver the next development in high-end aluminum roofing. As the latest introduction to the Classic Metal Roofing Systems product line, Perfection Country Manor Shake offers the rich, textural appearance of authentic hand-split cedar shakes with the superior strength, durability and energy efficiency of modern aluminum roofing. Read more...
GUARDIAN FALL PROTECTION PERFORMANCE SAFETY GEAR
Guardian Fall Protection is constantly striving to develop easy to use fall protection products that help insure job sites and sub-contractors are safe and in compliance. The company’s fall protection anchors are said to have been developed to solve virtually any fall protection situation. Guardian Fall Protection can also design a custom anchor point to meet specific requirements. Read more...
BILCO’S FIRE VENTS PROVIDE PROTECTION, OPTIONS FOR BUILDING OWNERS
Fire can tear through a building in a matter of minutes, destroying the livelihood of building owners and threatening the lives of workers inside. The protection of assets, but more important life safety, should never be compromised regardless of building type or size. Bilco offers a complete line of automatic fire vents with a variety of options to defend against the threat of fire in virtually any application. Read more...
FOLLANSBEE OFFERS NEW AIA CONTINUING EDUCATION PRESENTATION – TERNE METAL ROOFING FROM ITS ORIGINS TO TODAY
Follansbee Steel, a leader in metal roofing products and technology, has created a new American Institute of Architects (AIA) Continuing Education Systems (CES) multimedia presentation entitled – Terne Metal Roofing – From its Origins to Today. The presentation is designed to inform architects on the history, metallurgy, uses and advancements of terne metal in architecture. Read more...
