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Roofing ProductsSteep Slope Roofing

Product Focus: Steep Slope Roofing

By Chris Gray
SteepSlope Scaffold • Safety Hoist Company
December 8, 2023

SteepSlope Scaffold

Safety Hoist Company

The all-new SteepSlope Scaffold by Safety Hoist Company is a revolutionary roofing scaffold for roof pitches between 8/12 and 14/12. It provides a safer working surface for roofers and takes under 10 minutes to set up. Since it’s free-floating, roofers can shingle underneath the rails with ease. The system easily mounts over the ridge, greatly reducing roof damage created by nailing and fastening roof jacks and cleats. Created by a roofer, the SteepSlope Scaffold has been field-tested for 10-plus years. One set provides up to 21 feet of coverage and can be combined with additional sets for larger roofs. For more information, visit safetyhoistcompany.com.

The Edge Vent • Air Vent Inc.

The Edge Vent

Air Vent Inc.

Residential roofing contractors asked for more control over proper intake attic ventilation. The Edge Vent is installed on the roof during a roofing project — at the very edge of the roof — with matching shingles on top. Each 4-foot rigid plastic stick provides 9 square inches of airflow per linear foot, making it easy to balance with the exhaust vents. Its versatility allows the use on roofs with or without an overhang. It’s also an easy way to add extra intake during reroofing, suitable for any climate and passed a 30-day ice dam test. For more information, visit airvent.com or call 800-AIR-VENT.

ArmourZone Dynasty Shingles • IKO

ArmourZone Dynasty Shingles

IKO

Elevate homes with IKO Dynasty laminated performance shingles, designed for style and durability, featuring a Class 3 Impact Resistance rating. These shingles are resilient, beautiful, and available in a wide variety of high-definition color blends that enhance your home's appearance and potential resale value. IKO Dynasty shingles with ArmourZone provide a 1.25-inch-wide nailing surface for optimal nail placement during installation and reinforcement for superior strength, ensuring your roof's resilience against nail pull-through and shingle blow-off in high winds. IKO Dynasty shingles are engineered in our unique "Advantage" size, offering extended exposure for an eye-catching roof. For more information, visit iko.com.

Building, Rectangle, Slope MAT-40 Redefines Ice and Water Shields • Bitec

MAT-40 Redefines Ice and Water Shields

Bitec

Thicker, stronger, more walkable – Bitec’s MAT-40 has everything you want in a superior roof underlayment. Designed for high-temperature installations such as metal or tile roofing, MAT-40 is usable anywhere you need high-quality SBS waterproofing protection. MAT-40 can be left exposed to the elements for up to 120 days without deterioration, which means longer-lasting storage capability to prevent shortages. An easy-to-remove, peel-off film saves on labor and the exposed polyester surfacing helps keep workers safe for efficient completion. For more information, visit bi-tec.com.

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Weatherhead Retrofit Flashing • FlashCo

Weatherhead Retrofit Flashing

 FlashCo

The FlashCo Weatherhead Retrofit Flashing is a two-piece lead flashing for electrical masts that can be installed in less than 10 minutes. FlashCo’s Weatherhead is easy to install, causes no service disruption and is completely watertight. The Weatherhead Retrofit Flashing comes in a wide range of sizes and is made to match the pitch of the roof. No soldering is required, and counter flashing is done with caulk and a hose clamp. For more information, visit FlashCo.com.

ColorGard • S-5!

ColorGard

S-5!

The first and only snow retention system certified by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials standards, ColorGard is the ultimate snow guard solution for any metal roof. Designed and engineered on a site-specific basis, ColorGard dramatically reduces the risks of rooftop avalanches and maintains a clean appearance with perfect color- and finish-matching. Manufactured from 100% non-corrosive metals – designed and warranted to last the lifespan of the roof – ColorGard’s prefabricated components are simple and easy to install with surprising speed and affordability. Load-tested on 500-plus roof profiles, ColorGard provides safety and serviceability while complementing the roof’s look. For more information, visit s-5.com.

Land lot, Window, Building, Sky, House, Tree, Plant, Wood
Vista AR • Malarkey Roofing Products

Vista AR

Malarkey Roofing Products

Designed in the popular architectural style and made with Malarkey’s industry-leading NEX Rubberized Asphalt, Vista AR (algae-resistant) shingles deliver excellent all-weather resilience, a Class-4 hail impact rating, and include granules that help clean the air of emission pollutants. Vista was one of only four shingles in the country, and the only mid-tier shingle, to score Excellent or Good in EVERY performance by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety. Vista shingles have up to 50% more adhesive bonds, twice the rain seals, and up to a two times larger nailing area than standard shingles. For more information, visit malarkeyroofing.com/products/shingles-overview/vista-shingles.

Road surface, Brown, Rectangle, Grey, Brickwork, Brick, Wall, Wood
Landmark ClimateFlex • CertainTeed

Landmark ClimateFlex

CertainTeed

The latest innovation from CertainTeed’s Landmark product family, Landmark ClimateFlex, combines what the company describes as “…the beauty and dimensionality of wood shake roofing with the durable performance of polymer-modified asphalt.” This results in a high-quality designer shingle that offers enhanced resistance to damaging hail, superior surface granule adhesion, and all-weather performance to protect a home year-round in any climate. For more information, visit certainteed.com.

Road surface, Wood stain, Brown, Rectangle, Flooring, Floor, Brick, Plank, Brickwork
Newpoint Concrete Roof Tile • Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions

Newpoint Concrete Roof Tile

Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions

Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions’ Newpoint Concrete Roof Tile is known for its strength, durability and multi-dimensional look. Multiple profiles and colors provide a range of selections that pair with numerous home architectural styles. Manufactured using locally sourced geologic materials, the tile is resilient with a Class A Fire Rating and Class 3 or 4 Hail Rating (for select products). The tile is also engineered for new builds and retrofits and pairs with a handful of Westlake Royal Roofing Components to create an energy-efficient Cool Roof System, offering up to 22% annual reduction in energy costs. For more information, visit westlakeroyalroofing.com/newpoint-concrete.

Roof Deck Tape • MFM Building Products

Roof Deck Tape

MFM Building Products

Roof Deck Tape is a 40-mil, self-adhering waterproofing membrane to flash the seams on plywood and OSB roof deck panels. The product is easy to use, features an embossed traction surface, and self-seals around common roofing fasteners. Roof Deck Tape protects the structure before, during and after the final roofing system is installed. For installation tips and instructions, view the Roof Deck Tape Installation video at mfmbp.com.

Automotive tire, Road surface, Public space, Asphalt, Grey
QB2 • QuickBOLT

QB2

QuickBOLT

he combination of QB2 + BoltSeal technology makes solar installation effortless on rolled asphalt, asphalt shingle, EPDM, and TPO, no matter the roof pitch. This game-changing mount is Intertek tested, UL Recognized and Miami-Dade Accepted — all without sealant, so you can feel confident knowing water intrusion will not affect the roof. All QuickBOLT products are manufacturer warrantied for 25 years, and QuickBOLT is the ‘Preferred Mounting Provider’ covered by SolarInsure’s 30-year parts and labor warranty. With more than 4 million units installed in 10 years — with zero reported leaks — QB2 is a no-brainer for installers. For more information, visit quickbolt.com.

LeakBarrier NR600 Ultra • Tarco

LeakBarrier NR600 Ultra

Tarco

The white polyester top layer of Tarco’s LeakBarrier NR600 Ultra provides a lower-temperature working surface for the installer, while the thick layer of SBS compound self-seals around fasteners, preventing moisture penetration. The back side has an aggressive self-adhesive formulation that adheres to a variety of substrates. NR600 Ultra is an excellent choice for use under tile as well as under asphalt shingles, slate, and metal. The company says it is highly effective in critical roofing areas such as valleys, ridges, coping joints, chimneys, vents, dormers, skylights, and low-slope sections. The underlayment withstands temperatures up to 260 degrees Fahrenheit. For more information, visit tarcoroofing.com.

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Chrisgray

Chris Gray is the editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro. He has worked in the fields of journalism and copywriting for nearly 20 years, ranging from local print newspapers to the multi-media promotion of international artists.

Reach him at 248-244-6498 or grayc@bnpmedia.com.

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