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(from ENR 7/5/2004
Issue)
Silicone Sealants
Standard and Custom Colors
Manufacturer introduces a new line of high-performance
silicone sealants to complement its already existing full line
of polyurethane construction sealants. The new line consists
of SikaSil-C 990 and SikaSil-C 995. Both products are available
in six standard colors as well as custom colors for those applications
that are color critical. SikaSil-C 990 is a one-component silicone
sealant with plus-100%, minus-50% movement capability and is
targeted for exterior insulating finish system facade joints
and other weatherseal applications. Sika
Corp.; 201/933-8800; www.sikacorp.com
 Vulkem
250 GC
Cures In Four Hours
This one-part, cold fluid-applied elastomeric waterproofing
membrane, Vulkem 250 GC, can be applied to green or damp concrete
in a single lift up to 120 mils and cures in up to four hours.
It comes in five-gallon pails and 55-gallon drums and is suitable
for waterproofing foundation walls, landscaped areas, planter
boxes and tunnels, as well as between slabs on plaza and parking
decks. Tremco Inc.; 216/766-05679; www.tremcosealants.com
Greenguard Products
Line
Housewrap and Sheathing
RainDrop housewrap features water drainage channels
that move bulk water down to the base of the exterior wall.
It comes in 9-ft x 100-ft and 9-ft x 150-ft rolls and can be
used with most common exterior finishes. Also, Plygood, an ultra-rigid
foam-board sheathing, has an extruded polystyrene foam core
and reinforcing woven facer. It offers increased thermal and
moisture performance compared to OSB when used in non-structural
wall applications. Pactiv Corp.; 800/241-4402;
www.green-guard.com
Vapor Barrier
Reduces Moisture Vapor Emissions
Reduces Moisture Vapor Emissions
Aquafin Vaportight Coat is an epoxy-based applied vapor barrier
used to reduce moisture vapor emissions of up to 25 lb. This
helps to eliminate problems such as delamination and bubbling
and allows safe installation of adhesives and floor coverings.
Vaportight Coat is compatible with most systems and a variety
of adhesives, the manufacturer says. It is available in two
formulations: SG-1 for light-duty applications up to 10 lb of
vapor pressure and SG-2 for vapor pressures of up to 25 lb.
SG-2 also prevents capillary infiltration of oil and other chemicals
and can be used to treat oil-contaminated slabs. In addition,
it can be applied to old concrete, allowing fast-track applications
of flooring systems. Aquafin Inc.; 410/964-1410;
www.aquafin.net
Foam Insulation
With Mortar Control
Weep Guard, an extruded polystyrene insulation system,
is the first product to combine rigid foam insulation with a
mortar control device, the maker says. Not only does the product
have features that help alleviate moisture issues, but it also
helps masonry professionals increase their efficiency by eliminating
the labor involved in installing two separate products. Owens
Corning; 800/438-7465; www.owenscorning.com
Waterproofing Membrane
Fights Mold
This waterproofing membrane for the ceramic tile and
stone industry is now equipped with Microban antimicrobial protection
to inhibit the growth of stain-causing mold and mildew. Laticrete
9235 is a thin, self-curing, liquid-applied, fabric-reinforced
membrane that addresses damaging water leakage and protects
underlying components and space. It also provides crack-suppression
assurance, reducing the transition of cracks to the finished
tile or stone. It can be used in commercial floors, pools, spas,
shower pans and fountains. Laticrete
International Inc.; 800/359-3297; www.laticrete.com
 Wall
Sheathing
Glass Mat Technology
DensGlass Silver is a residential exterior-wall sheathing
product that is highly resistant to moisture and mold. The product
was engineered using proven DensGuard glass-mat technology,
which features glass mats on the front and back of a moisture-resistant
core. DensGlass Silver is 7û16 in. thick and available in standard
4-ft x 8-ft size. Georgia-Pacific Corp.;
800/225-6119; www.gp.com/gypsum
Vapor Mat
Stops Moisture Penetration
Perminator Underslab Vapor-Mat offers the vapor barrier
industry an effective, economical choice for helping to reduce
the penetration of moisture and water vapor through the slab
into the structure. It will not crack, puncture, snag, split
or tear easily, says the company. Perminator helps meet and
maintain the maximum slab moisture transfer rate of 3 lb per
1000 sq ft per 24 hours allowed by flooring industry specifications.
It is available in 12 ft wide and 15 ft wide rolls and requires
fewer seams in applications. W.R. Meadows
Inc.; 847/214-2100; www.wrmeadows.com
Drainage Systems
Continuous Path for Water
Discharge
A line of waterproofing products for the building industry,
called CCW MiraDRAIN, consists of models for above- and below-grade
applications. The complete line of drainage systems is comprised
of versatile products that can protect vital underground areas
such as foundation walls, planters, trench drains, retaining
walls, shoring/lagging and more. The product allows water to
pass freely into the drainage core, where it is fed into the
CCW QuickDRAIN drainage collection system. Carlisle
Coatings and Waterproofing Inc.; 800/527-7092; www.carlisle-ccw.com
Waterproofing
Ice and Water Shield
Manufacturer introduces two products that focus on the
Green Building Program. The ice- and water-shield premium roofing
underlayment is a self-adhered waterproof membrane placed between
the shingles and roof deck. It provides residential and commercial
roofs protection against roof leaks caused by ice dams and wind-driven
rain. Also, Vycor Plus, a high-performance self-adhered flashing
membrane, provides premium protection against water infiltration
in all critical non-roof detail areas, such as window and door
openings, deck-to-wall intersections and more. Grace
Construction Products; 866/333-3726; www.graceconstruction.com
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