TPO Roofing Membrane exceeds D6878 standards.
January 21, 2013 -
Available in 50 and 70 mil thicknesses, EverGuard ExtremeŽ Advanced ProtectionŽ TPO incorporates proprietary technology that resists damaging effects of high heat and UV, resulting in TPO membrane with next-generation weathering performance. Product also meets extremely demanding performance requirements of roofs that include building-integrated solar systems.
Original Press release
GAF Materials Corp.
1361 Alps Road
Wayne, NJ, 07470
USA
GAF Introduces Advanced ProtectionŽ TPO at "Standard" TPO Prices
WAYNE, NJ – GAF announces two new additions to its EverGuard ExtremeŽ Advanced ProtectionŽ TPO product line: 50 mil and 70 mil thicknesses. The addition of these new thicknesses will allow contractors to offer the next-generation performance advantages of EverGuard ExtremeŽ TPO, but at prices that are competitive with “standard” 60 mil and 80 mil TPO. This combination of performance and price has never before been available in the roofing industry.
In 2012, GAF introduced EverGuard ExtremeŽ TPO, a patent-pending, next-generation TPO roofing membrane in 60 mil and 80 mil thicknesses. Unlike standard TPO, EverGuard ExtremeŽ Advanced ProtectionŽ TPO incorporates proprietary technology that resists the damaging effects of high heat and UV, resulting in a TPO membrane with next-generation weathering performance. EverGuard ExtremeŽ can even meet the extremely demanding performance requirements of roofs that include building-integrated solar systems. These high-heat applications can literally “fry” standard TPO membranes after surprisingly short periods of use. EverGuard ExtremeŽ Advanced ProtectionŽ TPO exceeds not only the weathering and heat-aging standards of D6878 but also all of the other critical performance standards—in fact, its performance far exceeds the minimum requirements!
Now, with the introduction of new 50 mil and 70 mil thicknesses, contractors can offer their customers the performance advantages of EverGuard ExtremeŽ Advanced ProtectionŽ TPO at prices that are extremely competitive with standard 60 mil and 80 mil TPO—and with equivalent guarantees (see EverGuardŽ Diamond Pledge™ NDL Roof Guarantee for complete coverage and restrictions).
“When we first introduced EverGuard ExtremeŽ TPO, it was targeted at the solar and high-heat markets. But with the addition of our new 50 mil and 70 mil thicknesses at competitive pricing, the products can be used to replace standard 60 mil and 80 mil TPO in virtually any conventional TPO application,” stated Brian Impellizeri, marketing manager at GAF. “Why would anyone pass up the performance advantages of EverGuard ExtremeŽ Advanced ProtectionŽ TPO, when they can get it for virtually the same price and guarantee coverage as standard TPO?”
To learn more about GAF, visit www.gaf.com.
About GAF
Founded in 1886, GAF has become the largest roofing manufacturer in North America. The company’s products include a comprehensive portfolio of steep-slope and commercial roofing systems, which are supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors. Its success is driven by its commitment to Advanced Quality, Industry Expertise, and Solutions Made Simple for contractors, specifiers, and property owners alike. In 2011, GAF was the first roofing manufacturer to offer a Lifetime limited warranty on all of its laminated shingles and, in 2012, it introduced the GAF Lifetime Roofing System.
With a focus on social responsibility, GAF has developed Advanced ProtectionŽ Shingle Technology, which provides superior durability and wind resistance while reducing the use of scarce natural resources. The company has also developed single-ply and asphaltic membranes with superior durability and high reflectivity to meet the most rigorous industry standards while helping commercial property owners and designers reduce energy consumption.
GAF also supports the roofing industry through CARE, the Center for the Advancement of Roofing Excellence, which has provided education to over 125,000 professionals. CARE’s mission is to help professional contractors and distributors build their businesses through sales and management education, and to provide product and installation training to contractors, distributors, architects, property owners, and related industry personnel. For more information about GAF, visit www.gaf.com.
Alyssa Hall
Marketing Communications
1361 Alps Road.
Wayne, NJ 07470
(P) 973-628-3301
www.gaf.com
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