What's New
July 7, 2008
Firestone is pleased to announce additional Factory Mutual (FM) code approvals for 10' wide and 12' 4" wide UltraPly TPO membrane. These improved FM code approvals offer our customers even greater design flexibility with UltraPly TPO membrane while still maintaining the benefits of high reflectivity, excellent weatherability and ease of application. Read the Technical Bulletin for more information.

June 30, 2008
Learn about the state of the built-up roofing market in RSI's Q&A with industry experts, including Ruben Garcia, Firestone's Asphalt and Insulation Product Manager. To read this and other industry articles, please visit the Articles section.

June 18, 2008

Firestone will exhibit green roofing solutions at booth 412 during FRSA, June 18-21, in Orlando.  See Trade Shows for the full schedule of Firestone events.

June 10, 2008
Learn about Firestone’s green roofing solutions at WSRCA, June 8-11, 2008, in Las Vegas.  Firestone will be at booth A if you'd like to stop by to learn more about our latest product announcements.  See Trade Shows for the full schedule of Firestone events.

June 2, 2008

Stop by booth 917 during CONSTRUCT 2008, June 4-6, in Las Vegas to learn about Firestone’s variety of building solutions for the commercial roofing market.  See Trade Shows for the full schedule of Firestone events.


May 27, 2008
Learn about the many features, benefits and current market offerings of garden and PV roofing systems in Riaz Hasan's, Firestone Accessory Product Manager, article in the May issue of RSITo read this and other industry articles, please visit the Articles section.

May 22, 2008
Check out Jim Jannasch's, Firestone EPDM Product Manager, column in the May/June issue of Western Roofing about the California Energy Commision's recent approval of ballasted EPDM as a cool roofing option as part of their 2009 Title 24 energy standards. To read this and other industry articles, please visit the Articles section.

May 21, 2008
Read the new metal warranties article by Robert Anderson, Firestone Metal Product Manager, featured in the May/June issue of Metal Building Developer.  The piece highlights one of the most important steps in the design of a building - choosing the warranty.  To read this and other industry articles, please visit the Articles section.

May 19, 2008
Firestone is currently exhibiting green roofing solutions at ReCON, May 18-21, in Las Vegas.  Stop by booth S 511 to check out the latest Firestone products.  See Trade Shows for the full schedule of Firestone events.

May 7, 2008

Read about the EPDM Roofing Association's (ERA) research and project goals associated with recycling EPDM. Learn more about this initiative and Firestone's role. To read this and other industry articles, please visit the Articles section.

April 30, 2008
Firestone will move from traditional bulletin mailings to paperless bulletins on July 1, 2008. All Firestone marketing, technical, new product, and pricing bulletins will be provided only via e-mail through the Firestone e-bulletin.  Read the Marketing Bulletin for more information and sign up to receive the Firestone e-bulletin.

April 17, 2008
Firestone is in the April issue of Metal Construction News featuring an article on the new UNA-CLAD UC-4 Roofing Panel metal training module.  To read this and other industry articles, please visit the Articles section.

April 14, 2008

Firestone is pleased to introduce a new online option that is now available for the submittal of a roof drawing.With the online roof drawing option, the Firestone licensed contractor can rest assured that the drawing has been entered and will not impede the issuance of the Red Shield Warranty. Read the Technical Bulletin for more information.


April 11, 2008
Firestone is pleased to introduce a new sausage packaging choice for its Lap Sealant HS and All-Purpose Sealant that results in significant cost savings without sacrificing performance.  Read the New Product Bulletin for more information.

April 4, 2008
The new UC-4 Metal Roof System Installation Course delivers application advice, tips and more through animated visuals and audio narration. The training course includes multiple segments that are easy to use and review. View module

April 2, 2008

Firestone recently introduced a new member to its family of EPDM products, RubberGard EcoWhite. Available in a .060” (1.52mm) thickness, RubberGard EcoWhite EPDM is a bi-laminate, white-on-black cured membrane, which can be ordered in 10’ (3 m), or 16’8” (5 m) widths, and 100’ (30 m) lengths for rapid, consistent, and cost-effective installations. Read announcement

March 28, 2008
With an ever increasing demand for roofs that are environmentally responsible and aesthetically pleasing, roofs are no longer faced with the task of solely keeping the building waterproof. With that, Firestone is excited to now be partnered with two companies; LiveRoof® and SunPower™. Read announcement


March 27, 2008

With an ever increasing demand for environmentally responsible and aesthetically pleasing roofs, Firestone is pleased to combine with LiveRoof® to offer the LiveRoof Pre-Vegetated Modular Green Roof System. Read the Technical Bulletin for more information.


March 19, 2008
Over the past 25 years, Firestone has been at the forefront of EPDM Roofing technology. Once again, Firestone is pleased to introduce a new member to the RubberGard family - EcoWhite EPDM. Read the Technical Bulletin for more information.


March 18, 2008
For the first time in 19 years, ASHRAE has increased the minimum thermal insulating value for all commercial and high-rise residential buildings by 33% from R-15 to R-20.  Read the Marketing Bulletin for more information.


February 25, 2008
2008 is already filled with great changes for Firestone with a new web site, new products introduced at IRE and now a new location for its headquarters:
Firestone Building Products
250 West 96th Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46260

February 21, 2008
Firestone’s new environmentally friendly RubberGard EcoWhite EPDM membrane is a highly reflective EPDM solution that offers ease of installation.  Read announcement


February 21, 2008
Firestone’s UNA-CLAD UC-14 metal roof panel reduces installation time making it ideal for a variety of projects with nearly unlimited thermal movement and the ability to accommodate long panels.  Read announcement


February 21, 2008
Partnering with LiveRoof, Firestone now offers garden roofing with a tray system to simplify installations and drainage components to help eliminate harmful standing water.  Read announcement


February 21, 2008
Through an alliance with SunPower, Firestone ISO 95+ polyiso insulation can be combined with the SunPower solar electric power roofing system to help conserve fuel while heating and cooling buildings.  Read announcement


February 21, 2008
Firestone announced its newest green roofing product innovations at the International Roofing Expo, February 21-23.  Visit Press Releases for more information on Firestone’s latest products.

February 19, 2008
New Firestone Online Training Modules deliver installation advice, tips and more through animated images and narration.  New module courses cover installations for modified asphalt, the UC-4 metal roof system and the Firestone Wide Weld conversion kit.


February 12, 2008

Firestone is pleased to announce the recent launch of the revitalized U.S. Roofing Web site. This site features many upgrades including a search tool, Recent Information listings and customized sections for contractors, architects/consultants and building owners. Look for even more enhancements later this year. Read announcement


February 8, 2008

Recently, in an effort to provide quality products, Firestone has introduced a new and improved version of the existing TPO inside/outside corner. The new TPO inside / outside corner maintains its original design, and provides a uniform TPO thickness from the inner to the outer flange. Read announcement

January 31, 2008
Firestone is in the January issue of RSI featuring an article on metal as a cool roofing option.  To read this and other industry articles, please visit the Articles section.

January 23, 2008

Firestone is featured on the cover of the January issue of Roofing Contractor and participated in the cover story - "Where the Rubber Meets the Roof." To read this and other industry articles, please visit the Articles section.

January 7, 2008
 
The strategic positioning of Firestone's newest 225,000 sq. ft. distribution facility in Plainfield, Indiana allows us to serve our customers more efficiently and effectively. In addition, Firestone’s new weight requirement for prepaid freight on EPDM and TPO full truckload shipments will be 30,000 pounds. Read the Marketing Bulletin for more information.