Metalmag: Roofing Products

Standing Seam Roof Is Weather Resistant

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 02:18:07 EST

Liberty Building Systems has introduced HorizonLine, an architectural standing seam roof, in addition to its current standing seam roof system, LibertyLoc.

Roofing Product Is Durable

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 02:42:05 EST

Decra Roofing Systems Inc.’s Decra Shake roofing product offers style and beauty while featuring durable qualities of stone-coated steel.

Metal Shingle Resembles Traditional Shingle

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 02:01:10 EST

Custom-Bilt Metals has launched its Vail Titan Select Steel and Vail Majestic Copper shingles.

Roof Panels Are Pre-Engineered

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 02:35:48 EST

Kingspan Insulated Panels Inc. has introduced its KingZip Insulated Standing Seam Roof System.

Roof Panels Can Be Customized

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 02:39:40 EST

BETCO’s trapezoidal self-locking, standing seam roof panels are 3 inches high and are available in 18- and 24-inch widths.

Systems Updated With Reflective Coatings

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 09:36:55 EST

Custom-Bilt Metals’ 7/8-inch corrugated metal roof and wall panels have been upgraded with the Kynar 500 paint system and ULTRA-Cool reflective coatings.

Floor System Uses Recycled Material

Thu, 8 Oct 2009 10:09:25 EST

Vulcraft’s EcoSpan floor system uses 99 percent recycled steel in the joists and 70 percent recycled steel in the decking.

AccuTrac From OMG Roofing Products

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 10:01:54 EST

AccuTrac from OMG Roofing Products is a stand-up tool for installing insulation fasteners and plates in low-slope roofing applications. It eliminates repeated bending or kneeling to install insulation and can protect a roofing worker’s back. The tool properly positions the insulation plate and drives the fastener for maximum engagement and pullout performance. Features include a feed mechanism on the tube assembly, universal drive shaft and quick-release linkage.

Swiveling Standing Seam Roof Anchor From Protecta

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 10:02:24 EST

Protecta, a Capital Safety brand, has introduced the Swiveling Standing Seam Roof Anchor to serve as a secure connection point for a personal-fall-arrest system during construction or maintenance of a structural standing-seam roof. The anchor adjusts to fit any structural standing-seam roofing material 24 gauge or thicker with a seam spacing from 12 to 24 inches. It can be used on low- or steepslope roofs. The self retracting lifeline cradle swivels 360 degrees.

TallSmall PipeGuard From OMG Roofing Products

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 09:58:19 EST

The TallSmall PipeGuard from OMG Roofing Products is designed to support small-diameter piping and conduit 6 inches off the roof surface. Made from EPDM rubber, the unit can be used in conjunction with metal roofs and can accommodate steel, copper and PVC piping, electrical conduit and gas lines from 3/4- to 2-inches in diameter.

Welding Not Required for Framing

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 05:11:03 EST

Chicago Clamp Co.’s Tube Framing Clamp System allows contractors to frame roof openings and support rooftop loads without welding or drilling.

1000 Series From MeTecno USA

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:57:27 EST

MeTecno USA’s 1000 Series is an insulated, mechanically seamed system for low-slope roofing applications.

Sentrigard Metal Roofing System From N.B. Handy Co.

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:58:00 EST

N.B. Handy Co.’s Sentrigard Metal Roofing System offers job-site production of 10 residential and commercial roof panels in 30 colors.

Cool Roof System From Met-Tile Inc.

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:36:27 EST

Met-Tile Inc.’s cool roof system combines the look of tile with environmental performance.

LAST-TIME Cool Roof Products From Custom-Bilt Metals

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 02:23:09 EST

COOL ROOFING REFLECTS HEAT LAST-TIME Cool Roof products from Custom-Bilt Metals are fire-resistant, reflect heat in the summer and provide insulation in the winter. As part of this line, TITAN Cool Roof coatings are code compliant and extend roof life because there is less expansion and contraction during temperature fluctuations.

600 Series From MeTecno USA

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:03:40 EST

MeTecno USA has completed its 600 Series metal wall and roof panels that feature a mineral-wool core. The series includes two fire-rated versions, the 640 FR and 660 FR, and two sound-reduction versions, the 640 QT and 660 QT. The panels provide weather protection, insulation, sound absorption and durability, as well as act as a vapor barrier.

SSQ Roof-Panel Machine From New Tech Machinery

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:04:16 EST

New Tech Machinery's SSQ multi-profile, portable, roof-panel machine features a variety of new equipment, including tools for quicker profile changes, an offset rail-alignment system and quick-remove covers. It can be operated with a gas or electric motor.

DX 860 ENP-L Stand Up Decking Tool From Hilti

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 01:22:41 EST

Hilti’s DX 860 ENP-L Stand Up Decking Tool requires no leads or compressors and easily attaches metal deck to structural steel or metal joist that is a minimum 1/4-inch thick. The self-contained unit has a fastening speed of up to 1,000 fastenings per hour. Ergonomically designed for sustained use in serial decking applications, the tool has an extended, redesigned baseplate assembly and provides easy access to deck flutes.