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Many of us on the supplier side of the construction industry are familiar with the unprecedented shortage of materials, disruptions to the supply chain and ongoing escalation of costs this year. Chances are, if you’re an installer/contractor, you’re also well aware of the headaches this year in getting materials for your projects and rising material prices. If you’re a specifier, general contractor or building owner, you might not have a full picture of what has been happening with material supply. The best thing we can do as an industry is communicate, communicate, communicate, and do our best to continue educating and setting proper expectations with our customers, stakeholders, and partners.

Employee volunteers from Sika Corporation in Canton, MA came together on Tuesday, June 7th, to take part in a local community service endeavor as part of the National Roofing Contractors Association’s (NRCA) National Roofing Week, Community Service Day. The team’s goal was to help clean up the planet by taking the time to pick up trash and debris along the roads near the local offices.

This year, we’ve awarded two very special projects for their excellence in the Sustainability category exemplifying Sika’s goals of more value, and less impact. Congratulations to Bi-State Roof Systems of Valley Park, Missouri for their excellent work on Centene Plaza in St Louis, Missouri and Noorda BEC/Flynn of Nampa, Idaho for their efforts on the Salt Lake City Airport in Utah!

Sika Sarnafil, the world leader in vinyl roofing and waterproofing products and systems was presented the 2020 Vinyl Recycling Award from The Vinyl Sustainability Council (VSC) last week.

Sika Sarnafil, the worldwide market leader in PVC roofing and waterproofing membranes, is pleased to announce its recent roofing assembly approvals of FM Global’s Very Severe Hail Rating.

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The Single-Ply Re-cover Solution is a time-saving, cost-effective re-cover solution designed to go directly over existing TPO and EPDM roofs while meeting local fire code requirements.

Introducing Sikaplan FRF, which eliminates the need for an additional fire barrier and provides a faster and lighter-weight solution for less than traditional single-ply systems or the same cost as many built-up systems.

Just last month, Texas saw an impressive collection of knowledge and roofing experience gathered in one location. Sika Sarnafil’s National Technical Meeting took place on January 21st as seventy United States and Canadian employees came together for a two-and-a-half-day event covering a business review, new product workshops, and training.

This year marks the 11th straight year that Sika Sarnafil has acted as the primary sponsor of the IRE show program. 11 years ago, Sika Sarnafil helped found this event in partnership with the IRE. This annual gathering brings dozens of volunteers together from throughout the roofing industry to donate a day of their time during the conference week so they can give back to the local community.

Sika, the worldwide market leader in thermoplastic roofing and waterproofing membranes, is pleased to announce the winner of its third “Trip of a Lifetime” Sikaplan Sweepstakes. Patrick Wolach of the Douglass Colony Group in Commerce City, Colorado, was the randomly selected winner of the prize from United Vacations.

When the time for major roof restoration inevitably arrives, building owners and facility managers are confronted with a challenging decision to make. Is it best to repair the existing roof, leave the current roof in place and install a new roof over it or completely tear off the old roof and replace it with a brand new one?

The nightmare of premature roof failure can keep facility managers and building owners up at night. Not only is premature roof failure a money pit, but it’s also a waste of a roof that could have lasted for many years if properly maintained. Every roof system needs to be maintained in some way, and the trick is to discover the little problems before they become big ones. Check out these six simple tips for getting the longest service life out of your roof.

Choosing the right commercial roofing system for your building is one of the most important decisions you will make. The right roofing system will protect your investment for decades, while the wrong system could result in costly repairs. In addition, the nightmare of premature roof failure can keep facility managers and building owners up at night. Every roof system needs to be maintained in some way, and the secret is to discover the little problems before they become big ones.

I’d like to offer a few tips and some industry examples to help you make an informed decision — one that is good for your budget and good for business. Need a new roof but not ready (or able) to invest? Coatings are a cost-effective option for roof maintenance and restoration

Sika pioneered the use of PVC for roofing applications way back in 1962, developing the world's first thermoplastic membrane reinforced with fabric. This development revolutionized the single-ply roofing industry. With a focus on maintaining its status as the industry leader and an eye fixed on the future of single-ply roofing, Sika Roofing is proud to unveil a brand new, state of the art research and development lab at the company's headquarters in Canton, Massachusetts.

Utilities and state and city energy offices in California, Florida, Minnesota, Texas, and a growing number of other areas are realizing that energy efficiency abounds on a building's rooftop. A massive re-allocation of commercial rebates and public benefit programs has begun to provide incentives for the immediate installation of insulated, highly reflective roof surfaces, also called "cool roofs."

Did you know that not all superheroes wear capes? In fact, we’re all capable of becoming one. On September 8, nearly 50 “capeless” superheroes answered Sika’s call to spend one day improving the quality of a community center building in Chicago!

From July 5 to September 9 this past summer, a pair of Sika ambassadors traveled across the country in a Sika-branded car to meet Sika partners, learn about exciting construction and report their daily experiences. From NYC to Miami, from Dallas to Los Angeles, from San Francisco to Seattle, from Denver to Chicago, from Detroit to Boston, Matt Bowman and Eric Kritzer spent nearly two months together on their Sika mission.

Sika Roofing’s Sarnafil membrane was once again represented in the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon, which took place from Oct. 8-18, at Orange County Great Park in Irvine, California. This time around, however, the Sarnafil roof happened to be featured on the winning team’s building.