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Kingspan’s insulated metal panels (IMPs) were selected by Industrial Refrigeration & Design, Inc. as the building envelope to deliver the high level of thermal performance required for freezer and cooler applications.

For building enclosure professionals and long-term asset managers, there is an invisible, ticking liability clock known as the "Weld Window".

Architects Lewis + Whitlock sought a provider skilled in diverse roofing systems—including low-slope systems, as well as waterproofing with vegetated roof and pedestal paver applications—ultimately choosing Siplast due to the brand’s reputation for long-term durability. 

Severe weather events are on the rise throughout North America, posing a threat to the operational security of any building. Learn how high-performance roof systems can better protect your operations from costly weather damage.

Because roofing systems have enormous influence over a building’s long-term viability, there is always a need to balance design intent with the practicalities of weatherproofing, material compatibility, and installation timelines. 

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.

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. 

Forensic and maintenance inspections of roofing systems provide huge benefits to all stakeholders. Regular visual inspections can ensure early detection of problems such as leaks, ponding water, punctures, cracks, or membrane damage.

The massive renovation kicked off with the installation of 44 skylights, measuring 30-inches by 120-inches, on a 65,000-square-foot pre-engineered metal building.

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.