August 9, 2010
Firestone is proud to introduce FillGard M Pourable Sealer, a new waterproof sealant application for Firestone penetration pockets used with Firestone single-ply roof systems. The new FillGard “M” Pourable Sealer replaces FillGard Pourable Sealer. Please view the New Product Bulletin for more details.
July 20, 2010
Firestone is pleased to announce that only one flashing is now required at the roof edge for a 20-Year Red Shield Warranty for all EPDM and TPO roofing systems. Please view the Technical Bulletin for more details.
July 16, 2010
Firestone introduced EcoWhite EPDM QuickSeam accessory products to accompany the full line of RubberGard EcoWhite EPDM membranes. Use of these products is a cost effective way to detail any EcoWhite roofing system. Refer to the table in the Technical Bulletin for a complete list of EcoWhite accessory parts, descriptions, and part numbers.
July 14, 2010
Firestone now has FM Approvals on some of our most popular UNA-CLAD systems, including some with some ratings as high as 1-165. Please view the Technical Bulletin for more details.
July 13, 2010
Firestone Building Products is pleased to announce the offering of additional EcoWhite EPDM QuickSeam (QS) accessories to its highly reflective, energy-saving EcoWhite EPDM product line. Read the Marketing Bulletin for more details.
July 12, 2010
Firestone is pleased to announce the offering of additional pre-taped RubberGard EPDM membranes. These new membranes dramatically expand the enormously popular EcoWhite product line and include both 60-mil and the new 90-mil thicknesses. Read the Marketing Bulletin for more details.
July 1, 2010
Firestone is pleased to introduce a new low VOC bonding adhesive, Single-Ply LVOC Bonding Adhesive – 1168. “1168” is now available in 5-gallon pails and can be used with either UltraPly TPO or RubberGard EPDM membranes and flashings. The low VOC content helps it meet various government regulations. Please read the complete New Product Bulletin for more details.
June 15, 2010
Firestone introduces RoofGenuity - your online source for roof system BIM objects. This dynamic web-based tool provides 3D visualization capabilities to communicate with all parties involved in a project. Using RoofGenuity in the building design phase allows architects, engineers, contractors and owners to define, guide and create roof assemblies from the deck up. Please read the complete Marketing Bulletin and News Release for more details.
Firestone also announces the addition of Mike Hubbard to the Firestone Building Products team as the manager of product development. In this role, Hubbard is responsible for managing the portfolio of new projects in development at Firestone. Please read the complete News Release for more details.
June 3, 2010
A roundtable discussion is featured in the May issue of Metal Construction News featuring Robert Anderson, Metal Marketing Manager for Firestone Building Products, along with other industry experts. Please read the article to view the latest on the trends and issues affecting this segment of the roofing market.
June 2, 2010
Firestone is pleased to introduce two new extended size tapered ISO 95+ GL panels. The ZZ and QQ panels complement Firestone’s full line of tapered polyiso products by providing labor and material savings while assisting in the overall drainage of the roofing system. Please read the complete Marketing Bulletin for more details.
June 1, 2010
Firestone Building Products Company, LLC recently welcomed Vince Hill as the national account’s strategic account executive for the developers sector. In this new role, Hill is responsible for managing outreach efforts with identified developers throughout the country. Read the news release for more details on Hill joining the Firestone team.
May 12, 2010
Due to unforeseeable circumstances, Firestone Water Based Bonding Adhesive S (Item #W563587035) is being strictly allocated, effective immediately. Priority access to Firestone’s very limited inventory will be granted to ensure compliance with LEED or South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) requirements. Please read the complete Marketing Bulletin for more details.
May 3, 2010
Firestone unveiled a modified bitumen cap sheets made with UltraWhite roofing granules, which provide a granule-surfaced, cool roofing solution that enhances light reflectivity and heat emissivity, greatly reducing energy consumption and electricity demand. Read the news release for more details on UltraWhite Modified Bitumen Cap Sheets.
April 30, 2010
Firestone introduces a truly superior, innovative roofing solution for increased energy efficiency. UltraWhite granules are adhered to modified bitumen cap sheets using Firestone’s proprietary manufacturing process and is ideal for both new and reroof applications. Read the Marketing Bulletin for more details.
April 23, 2010
On the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, an estimated 200 million people in 150 countries around the globe took action to conserve energy, beautify their environment and reduce their carbon footprint. Firestone invites you to learn more about energy conservation through the use of daylighting systems.
April 1, 2010
Please view the project feature of the new addition on the Saginaw HeathSource complex in the March/April issue of Metal Building Developer.
March 24, 2010
Read Firestone's latest article by Bill Tippins, EPDM Marketing Manager for Firestone Building Products,
on durability being a key characteristic to why EPDM should be considered a green product in the January/February issue of Western Roofing.
March 18, 2010
Firestone is pleased to announce the addition of EcoWhite Platinum EPDM to the popular EcoWhite product line. Firestone EcoWhite Platinum EPDM is a 0.090” (2.2 mm) non-reinforced, bi-laminate, white-on-black, cured single-ply roofing membrane that can be used in fully adhered Firestone roofing systems. Read the Technical Bulletin for more details.
March 17, 2010
Firestone is proud to offer a full line of polyiso insulation products that meet the criteria set by the IRS for the federal tax credit for non-business energy properties. Read the Marketing Bulletin for more details.
March 10, 2010
When roofing systems are used as PV platforms, steps must be taken to protect the roofing system from membrane puncture, insulation compression, and premature aging. Prior to all installations, contact the Firestone Roofing Solutions Department, 1-800-428-4511 for a review of the roofing system’s compatibility with the proposed PV system. Read the Technical Bulletin for more details.
March 1, 2010
Firestone is pleased to announce the addition of EcoWhite Platinum EPDM to its popular EcoWhite product line. This 90-mil thick, bi-laminate membrane sets the industry standard for sustainable, white, reflective roofing solutions. EcoWhite QuickSeam Flashing Accessories can accompany the new EcoWhite Platinum EPDM membrane. Read the New Product Bulletin for more details
February 19, 2010
On February 10, 2010, the Midwest Roofing Contractors Association’s(MRCA) Technical and Research Committee issued an advisory on TPO roofing membranes indicating that high solar loading and elevated temperatures may lead to the breakdown of the sheet in affected areas. Such an advisory has led us to respond by investigating any specific concerns or data that the MRCA T&R committee received regarding Firestone UltraPly TPO products and to search our records for evidence of these types of concerns. Read the Technical Bulletin for more details about Firestone's investigation into MRCA's advisory.
Firestone is also pleased to introduce another contractor-friendly accessory, the UltraPly TPO Reinforced Split Pipe Boots. This new accessory is factory-fabricated boots made from high performance UltraPly TPO membrane and is designed to reduce labor and increase the performance of the detail and system. Read the New Product Bulletin for more details.
February 3, 2010
Firestone is pleased to introduce a new polyiso insulation board, Resista, to compliment Firestone’s full line of insulation products. With the ability to provide enhanced fire, wind, and mold resistance, Resista is re-writing the specs for traditional polyiso insulation. Read the New Product Bulletin and Technical Bulletin for more details.
February 2, 2010
Firestone Energy Solutions is ready for “Lighting Your World the Natural Way”. SunWave Daylighting System is a high performance daylighting product that may be used with various types of commercial roofing systems. Read the New Product Bulletin for more details.
February 1, 2010
Firestone is excited to present a pair of new premium metal roofing underlayments: CLAD-GARD SA (Self Adhered), fit for northern or southern climates, and CLAD-GARD MA (Mechanically Attached). Read the New Product Bulletin and then Technical Bulletin for more details.
January 21, 2010
Firestone Building Products is very pleased to announce a series of improvements to our line of UNA-CLAD fasteners. All performance testing and code approvals are still applicable. Read the Marketing Bulletin for to view the difference in packaging and in the appearance of the fasteners.
January 14, 2010
Firestone Building Products offers dependable roofing systems installed by professionally trained contractors. When a a building with a roof still covered under Firestone's Red Shield Warranty is transferred, we even notify the original contractor who installed the roof. Read the Warranty Services Bulletin for more information.
January 13, 2010
Since Firestone’s UNA-CLAD metal roofing is an ENERGY STAR® listed qualified roof product, homeowners that use it to reroof their primary residence are eligible for a tax credit. How much? 30% of the material cost (up to $1,500). Read the Marketing Bulletin for more information.
January 7, 2010
In continuing efforts by Firestone Building Products to enhance its customer service, we are proud to announce that we have expanded our field technical staff and are in the process of streamlining our reporting tools to provide numerous improvements. As part of this departmental change, we have also changed the name of Field Technical Services to Quality Building Services (QBS). Please read the Marketing Bulletin for more information.