Readers’ Choice Awards for 2020

1. EDCO Products Inc.
Generations Slate Metal Roof Panels

February 2020

EDCO Products’ Generations Slate metal roof panels replicate the look of a slate roof with steel in HD (high definition) colors and PVDF finishes. Colors include Black HD, Charcoal Gray HD, Stat Bronze HD and Stone HD. The 50-inch-long by 12-inch-wide Generations Slate panels are installed with interlocking grooves and concealed fasteners.

www.edcoproducts.com[1]

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2. Chem Link Inc.
MetaLink Roof Sealant
August 2019

Chem Link’s MetaLink is a multipurpose, silicone metal roof sealant that functions in damp, dry and cold conditions. It has continuous service temperature from -80 F to 400 F and adheres to many metals including Kynar 500 PVDF. MetaLink is designed to not shrink, does not require solvents and is available in a wide variety of standard colors.

www.chemlink.com/metalink[3]

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3. Kolbe Windows and Doors
VistaLuxe Collection AL LINE
February 2020

Kolbe Windows and Doors’ VistaLuxe Collection AL LINE of thermally broken, all-aluminum windows and doors includes tilt-turns and hoppers, casements and awnings, direct sets, swinging doors, pivot doors, folding doors, multi-slide doors, and lift and slide doors. The multi-slide doors appear as large walls of glass amid walls. All four of their 5-foot by 9-foot panels operate from either side to provide a maximum opening of 10 feet.

www.kolbewindows.com[6]

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4. Dynamic Fastener
Drop-Stop
August 2019

Dynamic Fastener’s Drop-Stop is a brush-grade mastic roof sealant to stop leaks, especially at gutters and expansion joints. It can be applied over sloped, contoured surfaces, like a heavy-bodied paint, and stretches and recovers to bridge roof joints where thermal movement can be expected. Drop-Stop has 1,500-PSI tensile strength and 600% elongation capabilities.

www.dynamicfastener.com[9]

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5. Petersen Aluminum Corp.
Precision Series Box Rib Architectural Wall Panels
February 2020

Petersen Aluminum’s Precision Series Box Rib architectural wall panels come in four profiles: Box Rib 1, Box Rib 2, Box Rib 3 and Box Rib 4. Each profile is offered in a no-clip panel, or a clip-fastened panel to accommodate expansion and contraction. The Box Rib profiles are 1 3/8 inches deep, and a nominal 12.853 inches wide. All Precision Series profiles, including Box Rib, Highline and HWP, can be intermixed.

www.pac-clad.com[12]

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6. CENTRIA
Versawall Insulated Metal Panels
February 2020

CENTRIA offers its Versawall insulated metal panels (IMPs) in a new finish: non-embossed. Versawall IMPs with a smooth, non-embossed finish come in two panel profiles: Flat and Planked. Versawall IMPs are also available with an embossed finish in three panel profiles: Flat, Planked and Striated. The panels have a galvanized steel face and liner with preformed joinery, and thick, rigid, hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC)-free foam insulation.

www.centria.com[15]

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7. Fabral Inc.
Select Series 12 Concealed Fastener Flush Panels
February 2020

Fabral’s Select Series 12 concealed fastener flush panels are used for walls, fascia and soffits. The 12-inch-wide panels come in lengths 4 feet to 45 feet, and in a variety of profiles. Panel ends can be swedged for end laps. A range of colors are offered and the panels can be perforated.

www.fabral.com[18]

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8. CENTRIA
Intercept Entyre Modular Metal Wall Panels
February 2020

CENTRIA’s Intercept Entyre modular metal wall panels are smooth, concealed fastener panels. They are 1 3/8 inches deep; standard vertical and horizontal panel joint reveals are 3/4-inch wide. Intercept Entyre are produced in 0.06-inch-thick aluminum. Anodized aluminum, post-painted aluminum, zinc, stainless steel and copper substrates are also available.

www.centria.com[15]

9. Crystal Window & Door Systems Ltd.
AC85 Acoustic Casement Window
November 2019

Crystal Window and Door Systems’ AC85 Acoustic Casement Window features a dual-sash configuration in which the interior sash opens in and exterior sash opens out. It has an aluminum, 7 7/8-inch-deep, thermally broken frame. The AC85 Acoustic Casement Window is available in either a combined in-swing/out-swing casement or fixed window style.

www.crystalwindows.com[20]

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10. Triangle Fastener Corp.
TFC Butyl Tube Sealant
August 2019

Triangle Fastener’s TFC Butyl tube sealant is a single-component, non-skinning butyl-based solvent release sealant. It adheres to metal panels, remains permanently pliable, and can be used in applications where there is a combination of moisture and cold temperatures. Applications include metal roofing, insulated metal panels, painted metal, Kynar-coated metal, Galvalume, galvanized steel and aluminum.

www.trianglefastener.com[22]

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11. Kingspan Insulated Panels Inc.
KS UniQuad Integrated Translucent Panel System
February 2020

Kingspan Insulated Panels KS UniQuad integrated translucent panel system can be integrated with the company’s KS Series insulated metal panels (IMPs). The KS UniQuad system has two independent glazing panels mechanically connected to an internal support structure. The internal cavity can be filled with a variety of inserts to customize the performance of the system. UniQuad panels have removable skins so exterior panels can be replaced without interrupting building operations.

www.kingspanpanels.com[25]

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12. Metalwërks
Sculpted 3D Dry-Set Rainscreen System
February 2020

Metalwërks’ Sculpted 3D dry-set rainscreen system has an interchangeable design that allows for 3-D forms to be created. The rainscreen system is manufactured from solid aluminum, or stainless plate with integral panel returns formed from a single piece of metal. Fully mitered and welded corners are ground smooth for seamless appearance. Sculpted 3D rainscreen system also has a 0.625-inch standard horizontal and vertical joint with variable options.

metalwerksusa.com[28]

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13. Boral Roofing LLC
Wakaflex Multiuse Roll Flashing
October 2019

Boral Roofing’s Wakaflex multiuse roll flashing contains an internal aluminum mesh, which makes it flexible and easy to shape and form to surfaces. The flashing chemically seals to itself; its polyisobutylene material composition makes it resistant to weather conditions. Wakaflex can be used at chimneys, skylights, pipes, sidewalls, headwalls, roof-to-wall transitions, steps, solar panels, vents and other applications.

www.boralroof.com[32]

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14. Forms and Surfaces LLC
Stainless Steel Column Covers
February 2020

The California Pacific Medical Center on the Van Ness Campus is a massive 12-story, 1,015,000-square-foot facility that sprawls across an entire city block at a busy intersection. Owned by Sutter Health and designed by SmithGroup, San Francisco, the interior features stainless steel column covers and cladding for elevators from Forms and Surfaces.

www.forms-surfaces.com[35]

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15. Icynene-Lapolla (now Hunstman Building Solutions)
OC-1350 Open Cell Spray Polyurethane Foam
December 2019

Icynene-Lapolla’s OC-450 and OC-1350 open cell spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation are two sizes of the same low-pressure, low-density, two-component SPF. OC-450 covers a maximum 450 board feet and OC-1350 covers 1,350 board feet. The open-cell SPF provides R-4.3 applied at 1-inch thickness. It fills and seals voids and surfaces, and creates air barriers.

www.icynene-lapolla.com[37]

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16. Milwaukee Tool
M18 FUEL 8-inch Metal Cutting Circular Saw
April 2020

Milwaukee Tool’s cordless M18 FUEL 8-inch metal cutting circular saw is used for applications including 1-inch plate steel, angle iron, corrugated decking and 2-inch black pipe. It has a 5/8-inch arbor and 9/16-inch cut capacity. The saw operates to 4,000 rpm. There is a load indicator light and onboard chip collection.

www.milwaukeetool.com[40]

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17. Petersen Aluminum Corp.
T250 Metal Roof Panel
February 2020

Petersen Aluminum’s T250 metal roof panel features a nominal 2.65-inch seam height above roof decks. It is produced in 16- and 18-inch widths, in multiple gauges of steel and aluminum. The T250 can be specified with a traditional intermittent fastening clip or continuous clip fastening system for open-framing scenarios where extra strength is required.

www.pac-clad.com[12]

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18. CEI Materials LLC
CLADLOK Modular Metal Panel System
October 2019

CEI Materials’ CLADLOK modular metal panel system comes in three series: Dimensional, Tapered and Flat. Custom panels are also offered. CLADLOK panels are attached by an interlocking system. Finishes include perforated, painted, anodized, embossed and custom finishes.

www.ceicomposites.com[45]

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19. The Garland Co. Inc.
R-Mer Seal Roof Underlayment and Vapor Barrier
December 2019

Garland’s R-Mer Seal is a self-adhering, high-temperature, metal roof underlayment and vapor barrier. Its rubberized asphalt adhesive forms a flexible, watertight seal. R-Mer Seal works on slopes 2:12 and higher. It has elongation capability and tensile strength to accommodate roof surface expansion and contraction. Cross-laminated polymer film provides a non-slip surface for installers.

www.garlandco.com[48]

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20. McElroy Metal
Multi-Rib Metal Panels
February 2020

McElroy Metal’s Multi-Rib metal panels have 1 1/4-inch ribs, 12 inches on-center. The panels provide 36 inches of coverage and they can be installed on walls and roofs. Multi-Rib panels are the company’s version of standard R-panels. They are available in Sherwin-Williams Coil Coatings’ Fluropon PVDF coatings and silicone modified polyester.

www.mcelroymetal.com[51]

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21. RHEINZINK America Inc.
Angled Standing Seam Panels
October 2019

RHEINZINK’s Angled Standing Seam Panels develop a natural patina as they weather and age. They come in CLASSIC bright rolled, prePATINA blue-gray and graphite-gray, and artCOLOR in an array of colors. Coils and sheets are available, and standing seam panels can be oriented horizontally, vertically or diagonally. Seam heights are 1 inch or 1 1/2 inches, and sheets come in widths to 39.4 inches. Coils are available to 3 tons.

www.rheinzink.us[53]

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22. VaproShield LLC
SlopeShield Plus Roof Underlayment
December 2019

VaproShield’s SlopeShield Plus is a self-adhered, vapor permeable roof underlayment for steep slopes of 2:12 or greater pitch. It features Vapor Permeable Polymer Composite Technology (VPPCT), a combination of polymer coatings and adhesive that makes the underlayment watertight, vapor permeable, and able to withstand foot traffic and UV light.

www.vaproshield.com[56]

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