As we all look forward to the new year, there's still time to get the information that will help your business succeed in a down economy by reading Architectural Roofing & Waterproofingboth online and in print.
While this eNewsletter is packed with great news, tips and products, the next print issue of ARW that comes out Feb. 1 will have an architectural focus on the State of the Industry. The roofing topic for the next print issue of
ARW is Roofing Trends, while the waterproofing topic is New Technology. There will be a code update on Below-Grade Waterproofing. Of note, the next issue will go to the International Roofing Expo in New Orleans on Feb. 22-24.
The 2009 ARW free webinar series was a huge hit among our architects. Upcoming webinars in the new year include: Proper Calculations in Roof Design on Jan. 12; State of the Industry on Feb. 3; and Cover Boards and Insulation on Feb. 16. Our ARW University webinars are archived on our Web site at
www.arwmag.com, so if you miss one of our live events, you can still view it online.
As a reminder, our webinars qualify you for AIA Continuing Education credits. The AIA-approved webinars have a fully automated quiz at the end to streamline the approval of CES credits. Each webinar in the series is worth 1 credit, so we encourage you to take advantage of them. Please visit
www.arwmag.com or click here to register for any of the above mentioned webinars.
If you haven't visited our redesigned Web site, it now features a more user-friendly design and fully searchable archives, as well as breaking news and our new blog section. Y
ou can also register to be an ARW "Architect of the Month." This is the perfect way to highlight your business and a way to show other architects what is going on where you live.
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Enjoy the holidays with friends and family, and thank you for reading.
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Durable, Energy-Efficient ETFE Roofing Comes to Market
by Lisa Marquis Jackson
Since its development in the 1970s, mainstream use of the fluorocarbon-based polymer ethylene tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE) in construction projects has been largely limited to Europe. That could soon change, however, thanks to the innovative engineers and creative architects who showcased the unusual properties of ETFE in structures at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, China. And as a result, more traditional transparent materials, like glass or fiberglass, may have some serious competition for projects where natural light considerations are a critical design component.
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Community Service Day to Highlight 2010 IRE DALLAS - Roofing professionals participating in the 2010 International Roofing Expo are encouraged to arrive in New Orleans a day early and roll up their sleeves to give back to the New Orleans community.
Community Service Day, held on Sunday, Feb. 21, from 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., is a home renovation and revitalization project that will be performed for a family that is elderly, disabled or financially unable to support the renovation. Read More
Georgia-Pacific Gypsum Products Pass Mold Test ATLANTA - Georgia-Pacific Gypsum LLC announced that two of its premier Dens interior gypsum panel products have passed the industry's most stringent mold resistance test. DensArmor Plus High-Performance Interior Panel and DensShield Tile Backer each passed the 12-week test, conducted in accordance with the US Environmental Protection Agency's ASTM D 6329 protocol.
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ATAS Honored with Certificates of Merit from CSI Middle Atlantic Region ALLENTOWN, Pa. - At the 2009 Middle Atlantic Region Conference, ATAS International Inc., was honored with the Organizational Certificate of Merit from the Construction Specifications Institute Middle Atlantic Region. The conference took place in Charlottesville, Va. Read More
Construction Employment Shrinks in Largest Metro Areas ARLINGTON, Va. - All but 12 community's nationwide saw declines in construction employment between September 2008 and September 2009, according to a new analysis of metropolitan area employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics released by the Associated General Contractors of America.
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Kynar AquatecCoatings Achieve TSR Rating PHILADELPHIA- Arkema Inc. announced that the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) has rated Kynar Aquatec® PVDF-based coatings to have a total solar reflectance (TSR) equal to or greater than 0.77 after three years.
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Sika Sarnafil Announces 2009 Project Winners CANTON, Mass. - Sika Sarnafil announced winners of the second annual Sika Sarnafil Roof Consultant Project of the Year competition. Read More
Eco-Friendly Waterproofing MEL-ROL LM
MEL-ROL LM is a single-component, polymer-modified, cold-applied, water-based, liquid waterproofing membrane ideal for below-grade vertical seamless waterproofing applications. It is a heavy-bodied, high solid, quick drying liquid membrane.
With this eco-friendly waterproofing product, installation time is reduced, utilizing either a spray or roller application. A variety of different protection courses, insulation boards or drainage boards can be imbedded into the membrane to create a superior waterproofing system. It can be used on new and remedial waterproofing applications on concrete or masonry block substrates. Since the formula is water-based, it can also be used on both ICFs and "green concrete" applications. It
features several green building qualities. It has zero VOC content, is water-based, and is safe for the environment. This product can also help a project team earn LEED credits. For more information, call 847-214-2100, e-mail info@wrmeadows.com, or visit www.wrmeadows.com.
Revolutionary Bonding Method for Roofing Systems Trelleborg Waterproofing
Trelleborg Waterproofing introduces Electrobond, a new and revolutionary method based on a state-of-the-art induction heating technique, for fixing Trelleborg Waterproofing's advanced Elastoseal roofing system to buildings. As the system is maintenance-free with exceptional durability, it proves extremely economical over a long service life.
Electrobond metal washers are coated with Thermobond, TPE and fixed to the roof deck with screws and sleeves. Not restricted to where the roofing membrane overlaps, the pattern of the fixings can be made optimal to the shape and form of the roof. As much, or in some cases all, of the welding and detail work of the Elastoseal roof panels is done in the factory, so once the washers are fixed, the Elastoseal panels can be set in place to provide immediate protection.
The fixing of the Elastoseal to the Electrobond washers beneath takes just seconds. Portable hand-held Centrix equipment utilizes magnetic fields to induce heat to the magnetic metal of the Electrobond washers, anchoring Elastoseal panels with non-penetrating Electrobond fasteners that are not visible after installation. For more information, call Donna Guinivan at +44 (0) 121 746 3621 or email donna.guinivan@trelleborg.com.
Architectural Shingles Atlas Roofing
Atlas Roofing Corporation introduces its StormMaster shingle line. These shingles stand up to the most extreme climate and weather conditions, are impact resistant, and boast a 110 mph wind warranty. In some states, homes with high impact resistant shingles can qualify for discounts on homeowner insurance policies. These shingles offer the proven durability of SBS asphalt construction and are algae resistant. StormMaster LM is a laminated architectural shingle, offering a 50-year limited warranty. For more information, visit
www.atlasroofing.com.
Snow and Ice Retainer Marathon Drains
Marathon's Blizzard Snow & Ice Retainer prevents the dangerous movement of snow and ice by allowing the snow or ice to melt completely or drop off in small amounts. Made of high-strength polycarbonate, the Blizzard Snow & Ice Retainer is UV resistant and tested to withstand temperatures as low as -40 degrees. Each retainer has pre-spotted holes for proper adhesive or mechanical installations. For more information, call 800-828-8424 or visit
www.marathondrains.com.
Volume 1 of Architectural Roofing &Waterproofingcomes out in February 2010. The issue will feature an Architectural Focus on the State of the Industry. The
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