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Articles Tagged with ''PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)''

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A Beginner’s Guide to Single-Ply Roofing Membranes

While PVC and TPO appear extremely similar, the chemistry behind each plays a big role in how they perform and which membrane is best suited for a given project
Peter Gross
August 22, 2025

While PVC and TPO appear extremely similar, the chemistry behind each plays a big role in how they perform and which membrane is best suited for a given project.


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Elevate Showcases New Roofing Solutions and Hands-On Experiences at IRE 2025

New product releases included the launch of Twin Jet Y Spray Adhesive
February 28, 2025

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


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Sika Recycles PVC Roofing Membranes

Next-Generation Plastics for High-Performance Roofing Membranes

Greg Li Joanna Giovanoli
February 14, 2025

Thanks to breakthroughs in materials science, today's roofing membranes are designed for remarkable durability and performance.


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Duro-Last Expands Roofing Solutions with the Introduction of Duro-TECH™ and Duro-TECH Fleece TPO Product Lines

January 20, 2025

This addition marks Duro-Last’s entry into the TPO market, complementing its premium PVC product line with new cost-effective solutions that maintain the company’s high standards for quality, durability and ease of installation. 


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FGIA Updates Guidelines for PVC Extrusion Based Fenestration Products

December 17, 2024

AAMA 320-24, Guidelines for Quality Welding, Bonding, Manufacturing and Ventilation of Thermoplastic (PVC) Extrusion Based Fenestration Products, an FGIA document, is now available.


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Elevate Expands PVC Roofing Line with Launch of MAX PVC and MAX PVC XR

November 20, 2024

Elevate Commercial Roofing Systems announced the expansion of its PVC product lineup with the introduction of MAX PVC and fleece-backed MAX PVC XR roofing membranes.


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Sika Recycles PVC Roofing Membranes

Sika’s PVC Roof Recycling Program Reaches 100 Million Pound Milestone

November 5, 2024

Sika Corporation’s Roofing & Waterproofing team announced that it has surpassed 100 million pounds of processed PVC recycled membrane through its closed-loop “Old Roof Take Back Program” and pre-consumer recycling operation. 


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Construction Specialties Targets Sustainability as Key 2024 Initiative

August 4, 2024

In an industry where “green” has become something of a throwaway word or a box to check, CS has established a new position that intends to harness learning up to this point and help define its future in sustainable manufacturing.  


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PVC Roofing Industry Announces Effort to Advance Recycling Record

July 16, 2024

The goal of this groundbreaking initiative is to further increase the amount of PVC roofing production scrap that is recycled to reduce materials that end up in landfills and get as close to zero as possible as an industry. All member companies of the CFFA Vinyl Roofing Division are voluntarily participating.


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FGIA to Host Interactive Vinyl Workshop at 2024 Summer Conference

May 9, 2024

Participants at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) 2024 Summer Conference, June 3-6, will have the opportunity to attend an interactive workshop on vinyl profile testing, covering welding, boding, ventilation and color retention.


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