Everest Systems Offers Safer Alternative Amid MEKO Carcinogen Concerns
In response to growing health and regulatory concerns surrounding oxime-based silicone coatings, Everest Systems reaffirmed its commitment to safety and innovation by offering MEKO-free solutions through its advanced alkoxy-based silicone technologies, under the brand name Silkoxy. Everest Systems is one of very few manufacturers in the United States that currently offers an alkoxy based silicone roof coating formulation. Recent industry findings have identified methyl ethyl ketoxime (MEKO), the byproduct produced during the cure of all oxime-based roof coatings, as a Category 1B carcinogen. MEKO, also known as 2-butanone oxime (CAS Registry Number: 96-29-7), is typically released at concentrations of more than 4% from oxime roof coatings and has been linked to significant health risks. In the European Union, MEKO is classified as a carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reprotoxic (CMR) substance and is banned under REACH Annex XVII in consumer products at levels as low as 0.1%. Major manufacturers, including Dow Chemical, have announced plans to phase out MEKO emissions from consumer and professional products by 2028, and from industrial applications by 2030. MEKO-free formulations not only prevent exposure to carcinogenic substances, but they also eliminate the strong and unpleasant oxime odor that can lead to concerns and complaints from building occupants during application.
Soprema US Transitions Tropical Roofing Products to Soprema Brand
Soprema US is transitioning Tropical Roofing Products (TRP) to the Soprema brand, set to be completed by the end of 2025. This move reflects Soprema’s commitment to delivering a simplified, nationwide brand experience while maintaining the trusted performance of TRP’s coatings and roof maintenance products. Customers will continue to receive the same high-quality products, with no changes to product performance. The only difference will be updated packaging and branding under the Soprema name. Coatings specialists and technical support remain the same or better with increases in key regions. As part of the rollout, Soprema will introduce refreshed brochures, signage, digital content, and Sop’Direct — a mobile app with language translation and product documentation to help customers navigate the change with ease.
IMETCO’s Panels Now Backed by EPDs and HPDs
Innovative Metals Company Inc. (IMETCO) released new Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and Health Product Declarations (HPDs) for its core metal panel systems. These certifications provide architects, specifiers, and building owners with increased transparency and actionable data to support sustainable design and construction practices. IMETCO’s newly published EPDs and HPDs encompass its full line of architectural and structural metal panel systems. Type III EPDs provide third-party-verified lifecycle data on the environmental impacts of IMETCO products, encompassing raw material extraction, manufacturing processes, transportation, and end-of-life recyclability. These documents comply with ISO 14025 and EN 15804 and are instrumental for projects seeking LEED, WELL, and/or Green Globes certification. HPDs detail material content and associated health hazards in compliance with the Health Product Declaration Collaborative’s open standard. IMETCO is a leading manufacturer of premier metal products for the building envelope, offering a comprehensive range of high-performance metal roofing, wall, and deck systems and accessories.
MuleHide Expands Training Center Network
Low-slope roofing manufacturer MuleHide has expanded its network of training facilities, opening a new MuleHide Training Center in Englewood, Colorado, which will give the company’s customers and associates in the West region convenient access to ongoing, in-person, hands-on training.
It will provide in-depth instruction in all the commercial roofing products and systems the company offers. The 4,900-square-foot facility is specifically designed for roofing training and includes everything needed to teach how to correctly install any low-slope roofing system or complete any detail.
MuleHide also has training centers in Beloit, Wisconsin; Avenel, New Jersey; and Orlando, Florida.
