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Caddo Parish School Board Building

Based in Shreveport, Louisiana, DRI-CON, LLC is a full-service contractor that specializes in commercial roofing and building envelope solutions. Since its beginnings in 1998, DRI-CON has established itself as an industry leader, hired for projects across the mid-southern states and beyond.

Among their long-term clients is the Caddo Parish School Board, Shreveport, which has hired them for a wide range of jobs, from minor roof repairs to full roof replacements. When the parish contracted them recently for a full roof removal and replacement on an administration building, DRI-CON’s roofing system of choice was a combination of high-quality Polyglass products.

Project Background

Serving all of Shreveport and Caddo Parish, the Caddo Public School Board administers nearly five dozen schools occupying 63 buildings across the parish. Most of these buildings range in age between 30 and 102 years old. The roof replacement for the Caddo Parish School Board building is part of a large Building and Equipment Renewal project for the school system to perform necessary repairs on many of their facilities.

The project itself called for the complete roof removal and replacement of a 30,730 sq. ft. flat roof over the school board building. The roof deck consisted of lightweight insulating concrete over steel. The DRI-CON team began by laying a 6-mil. standard poly sheeting vapor membrane, followed by High-Density (HD) PolyISO Roof Cover Board for hail resistance.

After applying Polyglass WB3000 acrylic primer, the team installed ADESO® self-adhered Elastoflex SA V for the base membrane, followed by Elastoflex SA P for the cap membrane. They then sealed the penetration details with Polyglass Polyflash® 1C, a high-grade polyurethane white flashing compound.

Jake Woods, Project Manager at DRI-CON, explained their choice of Polyglass roofing solutions for the Caddo Parish project. “At DRI-CON, worker and site safety is paramount when considering roofing products,” he said. “Time-tested product performance also guides our decision-making process when selecting roof systems. With Polyglass ADESO membranes, we get the best of both worlds: a product that can be installed both safely and efficiently, as well as achieve better performance than systems installed with traditional methods thanks to innovations such as FASTLap® & SEALLap® ULTRA.”

Polyglass Product Spotlight

The Caddo Parish School Board roofing project featured the following Polyglass products:

  • Polyglass WB3000: A water-based, low VOC acrylic primer designed to improve the adhesion of self-adhered roof membranes to both porous and non-porous substrates.
  • Elastoflex SA V PLUS: A strong elastomeric base ply low-slope roofing product manufactured using patented ADESO® dual-compound self-adhered technology combining an SBS modified asphalt compound on the top layer with an aggressive self-adhesive compound on the bottom layer. (Applicable Standards): ASTM D6164, Type I, Grade S.
  • Elastoflex SA P: A robust elastomeric SBS granulated cap sheet utilizing ADESO self-adhering technology. (Applicable Standards): ASTM D6222, Type I, Grade G.
  • Polyflash® 1C: A powerful one-component, moisture-cure silane-modified polyurethane white flashing compound designed to provide stellar waterproofing for irregularly shaped roof penetrations such as roof drains, curbs, vents, etc.

Polyglass celebrates 30 years of cutting-edge product innovation for the U.S. building and waterproofing industries, featuring a broad line of premium roof coatings and roof maintenance systems for commercial roofing contractors.

Evolving through innovation, Polyglass now also offers high-performance and exceptional quality Building Envelope Solutions.

Contact us here to learn more about how our products can benefit your next commercial roofing project.

 

Big Creek Hydroelectric Powerhouse

Artistic Roof and Design is a leading commercial and industrial roofing company serving the Fresno, California area for more than 20 years. A family-owned business focusing on quality, this company stakes its reputation on providing outstanding service and workmanship with every project they undertake. So when Southern California Edison (the main electrical utility company for the region) contracted Artistic Roof and Design to install a new roof for their Big Creek Hydroelectric Powerhouse on the San Joaquin River, they naturally chose Polyglass as their waterproofing solution of choice.

Project Needs and Challenges

According to lead contractor Kevin Robinson, temperature and moisture presented the two greatest challenges to this installation project, encompassing 235 squares. “The foam is highly sensitive to temperature and moisture, making this a very hard job to do during this time of year,” said Robinson. “The average 8 am temperature on the job was 28 degrees [Fahrenheit]; this being a hydroelectric powerhouse, we [also] had to deal with constant moisture in the air.”

To overcome these challenges, the team started by priming the substrate with PolyBrite® 780, a black, water-based epoxy primer designed to absorb radiant heat from the sun for better bonding of the spray polyurethane foam. After installing the foam layer, they applied a second layer of PolyBrite 780 to add adhesion to the foam and prep the surface for the polyurea layer and waterproof roof coatings to follow.

The roofers finished the surface with Polyglass PG 700-QS (1.5 gallons of grey and 2.5 gallons of white). PG 700-QS is a quick-setting elastomeric coating typically applied to provide resistance to early rain exposure. In this case, it was used to seal the SPF foam against the constant moisture emitted by the powerhouse itself.

Polyglass Product Spotlight

Artistic Roof and Design utilized the following Polyglass products to meet the unique challenges of installing a foam roof on a hydroelectric powerhouse in cold temperatures:

  • PolyBrite® 780 – a black, water-based epoxy primer/sealer that improves the adhesion of spray polyurethane foam to a wide range of roofing materials.
  • PG 700-QS (grey and white) – a quick-setting water-based elastomeric coating that cures to form a seamless, “cool roof” UV-resistant membrane over the entire roof surface.
  • PolyBrite® 73 flashing compound – a premium-grade UV-resistant white elastomeric mastic used for flashing and detail in conjunction with Polyglass’ elastomeric roof coating systems.

Polyglass is a well-known market leader in delivering cutting-edge solutions for the commercial roofing sector, offering a comprehensive range of high-quality goods tailored to suit roofing needs of all types. Polyglass now offers high-performance and exceptional quality Building Envelope Solutions.

For more information on our product lines, contact us here.

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Hyatt House Miami Airport Hotel

Maxx Leverage Roofing & Restoration is a licensed roofing company with over two decades of experience operating out of Idaho, Oregon, Florida, Louisana, and Alabama. This veteran-owned company offers roof repairs, reroofing, and roof replacement services for residential and commercial properties and specializes in emergency disaster relief for survivors needing temporary roofing and tree and debris removal.

When Maxx Leverage contractor and long-time Polyglass customer, James Moore, learned about Polyglass’s Polystick® XFR roof underlayment at a Polyschool session last April, he was so impressed with the product’s innovative qualities he chose to use it for his next big project in Miami, FL.

This contract was the Hyatt House Miami Airport Hotel in South Miami, Florida, requiring over 30,000 square feet of new roof underlayment. A perfect opportunity for James to put Polyglass’ dual-purpose, fire-resistant, and self-adhered waterproofing underlayment to the test!

“The contractor chose the superior protection of the Polystick XFR self-adhered (SA) underlayment waterproofing system. XFR was selected for the advanced Burn-Shield Technology™ with maximum fire-resistance properties delivered in one single layer installed as part of the metal roof assembly (unlike conventional fire barrier systems requiring a secondary fire barrier to achieve the UL Class A Fire Rating for Combustible Decks). Polystick XFR qualifies for up to a 30-year warranty backed by the Polyglass protection guarantee.”

John Massengill – Independent Sales Representative for Polyglass

Polyglass Product Spotlight

Polystick XFR utilizes ADESO® dual-compound self-adhered technology for efficiency and ease of application and patent-pending Burn-Shield Technology for superior fire resistance.

Polystick XFR’s slip-resistant film surface can be exposed for up to 180 days. With a temperature resistance of up to 265°F, Polystick XFR is ideally suited for high-temperature systems such as steel and copper roofing. Polystick XFR helps achieve a UL Class A Fire Rating in a single layer instead of typical solutions requiring multiple layers.

Watch the Polystick XFR fire reaction test video to see how Polystick XFR outperforms competitor underlayments in a fire reaction test.

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Polyglass celebrates 30 years of cutting-edge product innovation for the U.S. building and waterproofing industries, featuring a broad line of premium roof coatings and roof maintenance systems for commercial roofing contractors. Evolving through innovation, Polyglass now offers high performance and exceptional quality Building Envelope Solutions.

Contact us here to learn more about how our products can benefit your next commercial roofing project.

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Martha’s Vineyard Storage Facility

Trademark Services LLCLocated in Edgartown, MA, Trademark Services, LLC is a full-service contractor and builder serving businesses and residences on Martha’s Vineyard.

Catering to a mostly high-end clientele, Trademark Services focuses on using only the highest quality construction materials on both residential and commercial products, including the use of Polyglass roofing products on several multimillion-dollar homes on the island. So when they were called upon to install a roof on a high-end new construction storage facility, Polyglass was naturally their brand of choice.

Project Needs and Challenges

This project called for a 20,000-square-foot new roof installation on a new construction climate-controlled storage facility on Martha’s Vineyard. Since the facility was to be used for the storage of residents’ valuables during the off-seasons when they were not on the island, the roof had to have flawless waterproofing and be able to withstand the occasional hurricanes and Nor’Easters that sometimes affect the area, especially in the fall and winter. Additionally, since the roof was being installed in November with shortened days and the possibility of inclement weather, so the team needed a quick-apply base layer to provide immediate waterproofing protection while construction continued.

To meet these challenges, Trademark Services applied multiple layers of products from the Polyglass Elastoflex line over tapered ISO insulation. The first layer of the 3-ply system was Elastoflex SA Base, which provided immediate waterproofing protection so other tradesmen could do their work on the interior while the rest of the roof was installed. They then installed an inter-ply sheet of Elastoflex SA V and finished the roof with an Elastoflex SA P cap sheet.

Why Elastoflex?

Trademark Services chose the Polyglass Elastoflex system because of its dynamic combination of fast, easy application and superior weathering performance. By using Elastoflex products exclusively, the team was able to install multiple plies quickly and easily to ensure maximum weatherability of the roof — a must-have considering the valuables that would be stored inside. The Elastoflex product line consists of a series of high-quality elastomeric membranes designed for optimal long-term weathering protection.

Products used in this project include:

  • Elastoflex SA Base is a premium self-adhered elastomeric membrane base for low-slope roofing designed with a strong non-woven polyester mat for enhanced tear strength and puncture resistance. It is also rated for 90-day exposure, making it an excellent option for a temporary roof on its own (which is why Trademark Services chose it).
  • Elastoflex SA V is a high-quality elastomeric membrane designed with a reinforced fiberglass mat for dimensional stability. It serves well as a base layer on its own, or it can be used (as in this case) as an interply membrane used in a multiple substrate system.
  • Elastoflex SA P is a superior quality SBS granulated cap sheet built with a non-woven polyester mat for outstanding weathering, puncture, and tear resistance.

All Elastoflex products used in this project feature the patented ADESO® Dual-Compound Self-Adhered Technology for easy self-adhered application. They are also rated as Miami-Dade County Approved for superior protection in hurricane-like conditions.

Polyglass offers superior roofing solutions to accommodate a full range of roofing challenges. Contact us to learn more about our products.

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2020 Street of Dreams

Ramon RoofingWith locations in Austin and Fort Worth, TX, Ramon Roofing has been one of the go-to full-service roofing companies in the State of Texas for more than 25 years.

When Ramon Roofing recently installed a new 24-gauge standing seam metal roof system for Fort Worth, Texas Magazine’s 2020 Street of Dreams project, their underlayment of choice was the self-adhered Polyglass’ Polystick® MTS Plus.

Their work on this project earned them a coveted 2020 Golden Hammer Award from the North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA) for Best Residential Metal Roof.

Project Needs and Challenges

This roofing project involved installing a 9500-square-foot standing seam metal roof on a sprawling new construction home in Southlake TX. This project was particularly complex because the roof was cut up into several sections with multiple pitches.

Given the hot summers typical of the Texas climate, Ramon Roofing also knew they needed a high-quality underlayment that was specifically designed to withstand the high temperatures the metal roof would undoubtedly experience.

To meet the challenges of this project, Ramon Roofing chose Polystick MTS PLUS, a self-adhered waterproofing underlayment specifically designed for high-temperature applications such as metal roofing systems.

Polystick MTS PLUS

Polystick MTS PLUS provided a perfect solution because its slip-resistant film makes it ideal for providing traction on roofing systems with multiple slopes and pitches — plus it can remain exposed for up to 180 days, giving the roofers time to give the roof the attention it deserves.

Known for its high tensile strength and thermal stability, Polystick MTS PLUS is also rated to withstand temperatures up to 265°F, making it an excellent choice for the warm Texas climate. Additionally, Polystick MTS PLUS also features our patented ADESO® Self-Adhered Technology, a dual-compound manufacturing process with a robust self-adhesive applied to the bottom surface of the membrane with a split-release film for incredibly easy application.

Polyglass congratulates Ramon Roofing for winning NRTCA’s 2020 Golden Hammer Award for this amazing roofing system, and we’re proud to have contributed to their success.

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Polyglass offers a wide range of innovative roofing solutions to accommodate some of the industry’s most challenging roofing conditions. To learn more about our products, contact us here.

Triton’s Trumpet Condominiums

With more than 83 years of experience and an unwavering commitment to excellence, FA Taylor Company is one of the go-to roofing and sheet metal contracting companies in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. When Triton’s Trumpet Condominiums called them in August 2020 to address significant roof damage on two of their buildings, the Polyglass Elastoflex roofing system was their product of choice for the roof replacements.

Project Needs and Challenges

Triton's Trumpet roof and skylineLocated in Ocean City, MD, Triton’s Trumpet is a resort-style condominium complex located by the beach, highly popular for vacation rentals. When Tropical Storm Isaias hit the area on August 4, 2020, the storm blew off half the roof of one building and significantly damaged the roof of another.

After assessing the damage, FA Taylor Company determined that both damaged buildings required a complete roof replacement. They quickly installed temporary repairs to seal the roof and prevent further damage while they waited for the insurance to come through, which didn’t happen until nearly three months after the storm.

Once the project was cleared for completion, the contractors tore out the old modified roof systems, installed new HD coverboard over the concrete substrate, installed Elastoflex SA V for the first membrane layer, and finished it with a cap layer of Elastoflex SA P Polar Cap.

Elastoflex System

Elastoflex SA

Polyglass’ Elastoflex products are a series of high-quality elastomeric membranes designed for optimal long-term weathering performance, also complying with strict Miami-Dade County standards for hurricane protection.

Elastoflex SA V Polar Base membrane is a self-adhered elastomeric base ply built with a high-performance reinforced fiberglass mat for maximum dimensional stability. The Elastoflex SA P Polar Cap is a granule surfaced roofing cap designed to withstand colder temperatures.

Given Maryland’s unique climate that is both hurricane-prone and subject to cold, snowy winters, FA Taylor Company chose this combination of Elastoflex products to ensure the new roof would have long-term all-weather protection. Both Elastoflex membranes feature the patented ADESO® Dual-Compound Self-Adhered Technology for easy self-adhered application.

Polyglass offers a diverse product line of innovative roofing solutions designed to accommodate a wide range of challenges. To learn more about our products, contact us here.

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