Articles Tagged with ''adhesives and sealants''

Both ASHRAE 90.1-2022 and the 2024 IECC are published and available for adoption. Adoption will vary by region, but the direction is clear: expectations for tighter, more resilient building envelopes continue to rise as more municipalities move toward these standards into 2026.

Johns Manville announced the launch of JM QuickFoam Adhesive, a two-part, low-rise polyurethane foam adhesive for attaching fleece-backed single ply membranes to insulation boards, insulation boards to each other, or direct to the deck.

Polyurethane foam technology represents a high-performance alternative to mechanical fastening for clay tile and concrete roofing applications. But different options are available—and knowing the differences can help professionals make an optimal selection. 

MuleHide Self-Adhering EPDM membrane is now available in compact 5-foot by 40-foot rolls ideal for use on smaller and harder-to-access low-slope roofs.

Elevate Commercial Roofing Systems introduced a range of new products and hosted live demonstrations and educational sessions at this year’s International Roofing Expo.

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance has updated a specification providing a means to determine the chemical compatibility of sealants, liquid applied and self-adhered flashing materials used for the installation of fenestration products.

During the 2024 Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance Annual Conference, Technical Training Specialist, Aaron Blom, presented a session called “The Importance of Surface Preparation in Long-Term Performance of Coatings and Sealants.”

Among the newest of those innovations is TYPAR Heavy-Duty Sealant, which will make its public debut at the show.

TYPAR is adding a new Heavy-Duty Sealant to its portfolio, offering builders and contractors superior adhesion for doors, windows and seams.

Holcim Building Envelope has named Lauren Pagano as Senior Vice President of the Adhesives, Coatings, and Sealants business unit, which encompasses Gaco and a portfolio of recognized brands for commercial, industrial and residential applications.