Category Archives: Roof Insulation

HELP! for leaky standing seam metal roofs

By: Pat Austin, Sales Representative - Architectural Products In our part of the world, many commercial, institutional and industrial buildings are built using standing-seam metal as the roof cladding. Steel, the most commonly used material, provides a long-wearing weather barrier … Continue reading

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Polyiso and LEED: Defeating the purpose?

By: Chris Casey, Sales Representative - Architectural Products The goal of LEED and the USGBC is an admirable one: “By using less energy, LEED-certified buildings save money for families, businesses and taxpayers; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; and contribute to a … Continue reading

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The Curtain is Falling

By: Cameron Stoddard, Sales Representative - Architectural Products The “Curtain is Falling” the truth is coming out regarding the actual performances of Polystyrene (EPS) and Polyisocyanurate (ISO) insulation and Polystyrene is shining. Some of the myths of these foam insulation’s are … Continue reading

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Is Your Roof Insulation Leaking?

By: Tom Huempfner, VP Sales & Marketing - Architectural Products Huh? Most of us understand insulation is placed in or on a building for thermal protection not moisture protection. A membrane or cladding material is used to keep the water out. The reference to … Continue reading

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