Winter 2014 News

Firestone Building Products Company has partnered with the Pond Pro sales group to sell Firestone’s pond lining and geomembrane products.

“Firestone Building Products is returning to an independent rep-based distribution model,” said Tim Dunn, president of Firestone Building Products.  “We are pleased that the Pond Pro sales organization will be re-joining our team to represent… our pond lining and geomembrane business in key markets across the country.”

Products covered by the agreement include PondGard Rubber Liners, fPP-R Geomembrane,  EPDM Geomembrane systems and Garden Envy Composite Pavers. They’re used by landscapers, pond builders, contractors and consumers who need reliable solutions for containment applications and decorative water features.

In October, two of Canada’s leading waterproofing companies joined forces.  Kelso Industrial Group announced that Revolutionary Concrete Solutions (RCS) is joining its team.

The move expands Kelso’s line of infrastructure services and products, while providing RCS with capacity and resources for large-scale projects.

The combined company will be headquartered in Milton, Ontario, and capitalize on Kelso’s 10,000 sq. ft. warehouse, office and training facilities. RCS president Ron Langdana will continue in his senior leadership role for the product line.

“We have seen strong demand for new technologies and solutions in waterproofing products by private and public builders in Canada because of changing weather patterns,” said Kathryn Wortsman Stein, CEO at Kelso. “Additionally, funding pressures require a significant increase of lifespan for concrete structures Bringing RCS into our portfolio… will enable to us to capitalize on this opportunity.”

The product is a crystalline slurry that when applied to concrete, seals hairline cracks and microscopic leaks.

Sika Sarnafil, a maker of thermoplastic roofing and waterproofing membranes, has earned a Green Globe award for its office and warehouse building in Canton, Mass.

“Green Globes assessment and certification of our building is an important step for Sika Sarnafil,” said Brian J. Whelan, Senior Vice President of Sika Sarnafil. “The assessment process allows the building owner to rate their building’s environmental performance and to learn how it can be improved.”

In the energy category, points were awarded for the two solar photovoltaic arrays located on the roof of the building that provide more than 10% of the building’s total energy consumption. The building scored 100 out of a possible 110 points evaluating waste reduction, site pollution, recycling, and site enhancement.

The overall score qualified it for the Two Green Globes rating, which indicates that the design “demonstrates excellent progress in the reduction of environmental impacts and use of environmental efficiency practices.”

The Green Globes rating system is operated by the Green Building Initiative (GBI) in the United States and provides environmental assessment and certification for commercial buildings.

Hydrotech Offers Free Green Roof Guide

American Hydrotech, which markets a variety of premium waterproofing and roofing products, has released the third edition of their Garden Roof Planning Guide.

This new complimentary resource educates architects, building owners, contractors and installers about vegetated roofs and the various assemblies that are currently available and being used on structures around the world.

The Planning Guide addresses vegetative assemblies in an easy-to-read format across categories such as technology and materials, proper planning and design, installation, and maintenance. It provides readers with an in-depth look at the environmental challenges and urban landscape, as well as an overview of green roof components and best practices on achieving the highest effectiveness on various architectural projects and structural situations.

“We are excited to have condensed more than 17 years of vegetated roof experience into these 70 pages,” said Richard Hayden of American Hydrotech. “The industry has made great strides in this category and American Hydrotech is doing its part to educate today’s and tomorrow’s top professionals on the latest designs and garden roof technology and in turn, prepare structures to help us all achieve a more sustainable environment across the globe.”

Copies of the Garden Roof Planning Guide can be requested at the American Hydrotech Resource Center online at www.hydrotechusa.com or by sending an email to guide@hydrotechusa.com.

Hycrete Certified for Drinking Water

In September, Hycrete announced that their concrete admixtures have been approved for use in potable water applications.

The admixtures are used to waterproof concrete structures and protect steel reinforcement from corrosion, and are especially suited for water tanks, concrete pipes, and water treatment facilities.

They were tested in accordance with NSF/ANSI 61 for use in concrete pipes and water tanks containing drinking water.  The standard is used in the U.S. and internationally.

For more information specific to Hycrete’s NSF/ANSI 61 approval, please visit the NSF website www.nsf.org.

Polyglass Launches Contractor Rewards Program

Polyglass, known for its self-adhered roofing and modified bitumen membranes, has introduced a contractor rewards program.  Billed as having “no cost, no commitment and no catch,” the Polyglass Q Rewards program allows contractors to earn rewards points every time they purchase PolyGlass products.

“Polyglass recognizes the valuable role that roofing contractors play as part of its business,” commented Melissa Mulligan, marketing manager.

To enroll in the program, register at www.polyglassqrewards.com.

American Hydrotech, which markets a variety of premium waterproofing and roofing products, has released the third edition of their Garden Roof Planning Guide.

This new complimentary resource educates architects, building owners, contractors and installers about vegetated roofs and the various assemblies that are currently available and being used on structures around the world.

The Planning Guide addresses vegetative assemblies in an easy-to-read format across categories such as technology and materials, proper planning and design, installation, and maintenance. It provides readers with an in-depth look at the environmental challenges and urban landscape, as well as an overview of green roof components and best practices on achieving the highest effectiveness on various architectural projects and structural situations.

“We are excited to have condensed more than 17 years of vegetated roof experience into these 70 pages,” said Richard Hayden of American Hydrotech. “The industry has made great strides in this category and American Hydrotech is doing its part to educate today’s and tomorrow’s top professionals on the latest designs and garden roof technology and in turn, prepare structures to help us all achieve a more sustainable environment across the globe.”

Copies of the Garden Roof Planning Guide can be requested at the American Hydrotech Resource Center online at www.hydrotechusa.com or by sending an email to guide@hydrotechusa.com.