Epa (environmental protection agency) - Articles - Page 2

PODCAST: OSHA’s New Heat Initiative for Roofing Contractors

April 29, 2022

In this episode, construction law expert Trent Cotney, partner at Adams and Reese, breaks down what roofing contractors need to know about OSHA's new heat initiative.

EPA Proposes Ban on Ongoing Uses of Asbestos

April 12, 2022

No Comments

The proposed rule is limited to ongoing uses of asbestos based on the EPA’s evaluation of non-legacy uses and is limited to one type of asbestos: chrysotile.

Copper Cat Roof Cleaner

Copper Cat Systems

February 1, 2018

One Comment

Copper Cat Systems, Pioneers the roofing industry with a proprietary blend of the patented “Copper Algae Terminator” roofing strips and our advanced technology in New “Copper Cat Roof Cleaner” solutions while always maintaining EPA standards throughout the U.S. to SAVE & PROTECT your roof from Algae, Moss, Mold, and Mildew Streaking!

SPFA Releases Statement Speaking Out Against California DTSC Decision to List Spray Polyurethane Foam as a Priority Product

July 4, 2017

No Comments

The alliance believes listing counteracts California’s ability to meet aggressive net zero energy goals.

Kemper System Targets New LEED Declarations for Green Building

September 26, 2016

No Comments

To satisfy new LEED certification requirements for green building construction, Kemper System America, Inc. is developing both Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and Health Product Declarations (HPDs) for its liquid-applied roofing and waterproofing products.

CEU

Taking Stormwater By Storm

Rainwater harvesting and green roofs not only capture stormwater for reuse, but they also help relieve the burden on municipal sewer systems.

June 20, 2013

No Comments

Sponsored by Hydrotech, this CEU details how to optimize stormwater management.

Arkema Announces Sherwin-Williams Company as First Trademark Licensee for Kynar 500 FSF

February 8, 2012

No Comments

Arkema Inc. has signed an amendment to its existing trademark licensee agreement with The Sherwin-Williams Company for Kynar 500® architectural coatings, making Sherwin-Williams the first Kynar 500 Fluorosurfactant Free (FSF®) trademark licensee in the world.

Elastomeric Green Roof Coating

E&G Coatings

November 23, 2011

No Comments

E&G Coatings Tire2Coat is an elastomeric green roof coating made from recycled tires. The product lasts 10 years and reflects heat, seals leaks, and rolls right on top of your roof without stripping.

Coat’N’Cool Products Earn ENERGY STAR Rating

November 21, 2011

No Comments

Four cool roof products manufactured by Coat’N’Cool have earned an ENERGY STAR rating. Coat’N’Cool is an architectural coating specially engineered to reflect sunlight in the UV, IR and Visible spectrum.

Three Projects Show the Benefits of EPS Insulation

November 1, 2011

One Comment

The Walgreens distribution facility in Windsor, Wis., was originally built in 1980 with a standing seam steel roof offering an R-value of 9.5. Owners decided it was time to improve the energy efficiency of the distribution center and hired RRK Associates, Ltd., to carry out the project.