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Garland Achieves USDA Certification for Biobased Membrane Adhesive

Low-odor, VOC-free Membrane Adhesive Green-Lock Plus Gets a USDA-Certified Biobased Product Label Designation

February 24, 2023

Garland is eager to begin placing the USDA label on its Green-Lock product, highlighting its biobased percentage content.

Designing with Metal Wall Panels Course Now Offered by ATAS

December 17, 2020

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During this course, participants will learn about metal wall panel substrates and coatings and the basic requirements of a wall panel assembly.

Sustainable and Green Home Design Trends to Watch in 2020 and Beyond

Yuka Kato

September 22, 2020

There is a lot of variation in what sustainable and green design can mean, so by following the trends, you can help customers make better, more informed choices.

Understanding Cool Roof Technologies

April 23, 2018

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The roofing market is heating up this spring.

Steel Industry Releases Environmental Product Declarations

April 27, 2016

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The Steel Joist Institute and Steel Deck Institute have released the first industry average Environmental Product Declarations.

Roofing Manufacturers Join the Environmental-Product-Declaration Movement

Jim Hoff

July 23, 2015

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Many building-material manufacturers are developing and publishing third-party certified EPDs.

GAF Helps Develop Insulation EPD

July 22, 2015

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GAF continues to focus on ensuring that its products and processes support the fast-developing certifications and standards in the green building community.

GAF Offers Variety of Los Angeles/Title 24 Compliant Colors

June 3, 2015

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In response to recent changes in local code and increased demands for asphalt shingles featuring higher reflectivity levels, GAF is offering several products and colors.