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PUR-Based Systems: A High-Performance Concrete Protection and Traffic Coating Solution
By Tom Stuewe, Senior Product Manager, Siplast
In today’s fast-paced commercial construction landscape, polyurea and polyurethane-based deck coating systems have become indispensable for their exceptional combination of durability, flexibility, and performance.
Breathing Easy With Good Indoor Air Quality, Starting with the Basement
By Vanessa Salvia
Even if you don’t spend a lot of time in your basement, controlling the humidity and filtering that air before it moves to the upper levels of the home will improve your comfort and indoor air quality in the rest of the house.
Restoration vs. Replacement: Maximizing Commercial Roof Performance
By Vanessa Salvia
Commercial roofing presents challenges that set it apart from residential applications, such as being expansive surfaces that are almost flat. Proper maintenance programs can extend roof life well beyond design specifications and prevent the majority of warranty claims.
Below-Grade Crack Repair Solutions
By Vanessa Salvia
Modern techniques and materials are revolutionizing how contractors approach structural crack repair in basements, combining traditional injection methods with innovative carbon fiber reinforcement systems.
Four Decades of Proof: Why Silicone Coatings and Sealants Stand the Test of Time
By Errol Bull, Technical Services Manager at Momentive Performance Materials
How do you know if waterproofing solutions will stand the test of time? One study, started in 1983, seeks to answer that question.
Case Study: New York State Capitol Building
A centerpiece in the heart of Albany, the New York State Capitol Building’s central courtyard required updates to its roofing and cladding.
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Fall 2025 News
From fire protection to energy efficiency, Polyglass showcases live fire-rated demo, new DriZone™ systems, and resilient roofing solutions for the Western market Deerfield Beach, FL – August 29, 2025 – Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and...

Case Study: New York State Capitol Building
Photos courtesy of Siplast The New York State Capitol Building’s restored central courtyard.  centerpiece in the heart of Albany, the New York State Capitol Building remains a pillar of the community. Originally completed in 1873 after more than three decades of...

Four Decades of Proof: Why Silicone Coatings and Sealants Stand the Test of Time
By Errol Bull, Technical Services Manager at Momentive Performance Materials Photos courtesy of Momentive Performance Materials Thirteen commercially available sealants were tested, including acrylics, polyurethanes, and silicones, at the Atlas Weathering...

Below-Grade Crack Repair Solutions
By Vanessa Salvia Photos courtesy of Emecole This repair included Emecole’s Titan Crack and Mortar Filler which is used to fill in any mortar joints or divots so the strap will lay perfectly flat. It was then followed by Emecole’s Titan Saturant, then...

Restoration vs. Replacement: Maximizing Commercial Roof Performance
By Vanessa Salvia Photo courtesy of Sika Corp. Application of Sikalastic EP Primer liquid applied product, a low odor, low VOC product that is fast curing and applied with either a brush or a roller onto most common substrates. Commercial roofing presents...

Breathing Easy With Good Indoor Air Quality, Starting with the Basement
By Vanessa Salvia Photo courtesy of BILCO As homeowners increasingly transform their basements into livable spaces — home theaters, offices, workout rooms, and family gathering areas — the importance of maintaining healthy indoor air quality in these...

PUR-Based Systems: A High-Performance Concrete Protection and Traffic Coating Solution
By Tom Stuewe, Senior Product Manager, Siplast Photos courtesy of Siplast In today’s fast-paced commercial construction landscape, polyurea and polyurethane-based deck coating systems have become indispensable for their exceptional combination of...
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