There Is Such a Thing as a FREE Lunch!

www.questbuilding.com

Free Lunch Friday & Mini Tradeshow

Come to Quest and visit with vendors who will be showcasing new and existing products.

With free lunch, giveaways and specials all day long, you definitely don't want to miss out!

Friday, October 01, 2010 - 11:30AM - 3:00PM @ Quest Building Products - Anaheim, CA

Regards,

Jodi Webber

Proposed Vegetative Roofing System Standard Being Developed by ASTM Roofing and Waterproofing Committee

PRESS RELEASE-

Proposed Vegetative Roofing System Standard Being Developed by ASTM Roofing and Waterproofing Committee

The ongoing focus on sustainability in construction has contributed to greater interest in vegetative, or green, roof systems, in which traditional roofing material is replaced or supplemented with vegetation. A proposed new ASTM International standard will address an important aspect of designing this kind of roofing: determining the proper roofing and waterproofing membrane for a particular system.

The proposed new standard, ASTM WK29304, Guide for Selection of Roofing/Waterproofing Membranes for Vegetative Roof Systems, is currently being developed by Subcommittee D08.24 on Sustainability, part of ASTM International Committee D08 on Roofing and Waterproofing.

“An effective or suitable membrane for a vegetative roof system will satisfy both the roofing and waterproofing requirements and functions for the building and also be an effective substrate that promotes the healthy growth and successful function of the vegetative roofing system,” says Michael Sexton, senior systems engineer, Firestone Building Products Co., and leader of the task group developing the proposed new standard.

According to Sexton, a suitable roofing and waterproofing membrane will resist damage to the building's roof envelope from common conditions such as excessive roof traffic, membrane abrasion and impact, plant root penetration, ultraviolet damage, exterior fire, thermal shock and wind events. In addition, a proper membrane would comply with local, state and federal building codes and meet the industry's test approval standards.

“The growing move towards preserving our environment and reducing the effects of the urban heat island have encouraged many building owners and communities to select vegetative roofs,” says Sexton. “As such, each and every component plays an important role in the success, not only of the roofing, but to maintain and enhance the building envelope performance. The proper selection of a waterproofing barrier for the roof is critical to the success on both fronts.”

Sexton says that all interested parties are invited to participate in the development of WK29304. He also notes that D08.24 is working closely with ASTM Committee E60 on Sustainability on topics of mutual interest for roofs.

To purchase ASTM standards, visit www.astm.org and search by the standard designation number, or contact ASTM Customer Relations (phone: 610-832-9585; service@astm.org).

ASTM Committee D08 Next Meeting: Dec. 5-8, December Committee Week, New Orleans, La.
Technical Contact: Michael Sexton, Firestone Building Products Co., Indianapolis, Ind., Phone: 317-816-3987; sextonmichael@firestonebp.com
ASTM Staff Contact: Joseph Hugo, Phone: 610-832-9740; jhugo@astm.org
ASTM PR Contact: Barbara Schindler, Phone: 610-832-9603; bschindl@astm.org

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ICC-ES Issues Call for Evaluation Committee Members Commencing January 1, 2011

Passing it on, saw this at ICC-ES' website

ICC-ES is seeking candidates to serve on the Evaluation Committee starting January 1, 2011. Committee members evaluate proposed acceptance criteria prepared by staff concerning building products. Comments by building industry members and academic experts presented during public hearings provide input to the Committee. Three three-day hearings are scheduled annually. Committee decisions are based on whether there is sufficient evidence that the acceptance criteria address building official needs in enforcing building regulations.
New committee appointments are for a 12 month period with eligibility for four subsequent periods based on performance and committee participation. The following application must be completed and filed by candidates.

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The ICC-ES Board of managers will consider candidates at its October 2010 meeting.
Applications will be accepted until October 8, 2010.

Life Paint Announces Training/Educational Event

Life Paint, the manufacturer's of Life Deck waterproof coatings for decks, epoxy for flooring and paint and coatings will hold a training seminar/educational demonstration on Thursday September 16th at their manufacturing facility in Santa Fe Springs.

Look for a flyer to be uploaded with more information in the next couple days...

see www.lifepaint.com for further information.

Dex-O-Tex, Mer-Kote and Westcoat Get Social...Social Media Savvy That Is

Browsing around in Facebook and Twitter, I found a few deck coating manufacturer's are getting on the Social Media bandwagon...

Dex-O-Tex (Crossfield Products), Westcoat Specialty Coating Systems and Mer-Kote have all set up Facebook pages...

The great thing about Facebook is that you can interact with your customers on a platform that allows clients to upload pics, comments and share their stuff with other users.

Visit these companies if you are a social media user...oh, and don't forget, DeckExpert.com is social too!

ParexUSA

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Dex-O-Tex

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Westcoat

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DECKEXPERT.com

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