b'Industry NewsPolyglass U.S.A., Inc. Marks 25 Years of Manufacturing Roofing Products in North AmericaPolyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing solutions is celebrating its 25th year of producing quality roofing products for its customers in the Unitedsafer, and faster way to install modified bitumenFeb. 14, 2017Polyglassmembranes. Polyglass also developed patented States, Canada and the Caribbean.U.S.A., Inc. is celebrating 25 years of producingCURE Technology, a thin film technology applied quDaEliEtyR rFoIEofLiDng B aEnAdC wHa, tFelrap.roofing materials forto membranes during the manufacturing process the North American roofing industry. Polyglassto increase reflectivity, durability, stain and UV will commemorate this key milestone with itsresistance, granule retention and energy efficiency.customers throughout 2017. As part of its commitment to customers, Polyglass Polyglass is a leading manufacturer of modifiedoffers continuing education through Polyschool, bitumen roof membranes, elastomeric roof coatingsa two-day comprehensive training program and underlayments. Founded in the early 1950sthat teaches best practices in the installation of by roofing contractors in northern Italy, PolyglassPolyglass commercial and residential products. established its first manufacturing plant in thePolyglass has also developed a robust customer 1960s serving roofing contractors across Europe.loyalty program with its Q Rewards programThe company grew organically and expandedrewarding its customers for their Polyglass product operations into the United States in 1992 with itspurchases.first location in Fernley, Nevada. By 2006, PolyglassTo commemorate its 25 years, Polyglass invites had grown to three US facilities with the addition ofthe roofing industry to join in its celebration plants in Pennsylvania and Florida.during the International Roofing Expo at the In 2008, Polyglasswas acquired by Mapei,Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV a global manufacturer of adhesives, sealantson March 1-3. Stop by the Polyglass booth (#1003) and construction materials for the buildingto watch product demonstrations of Polyfresko G industry. Since the acquistion, Polyglass hasSA and get VIP access to the Roof Top celebration added a manufacturing location in Arizona,on March 2. with an additional facility in Texas slated to beAbout Polyglass U.S.A., Inc.operational at the end of 2017. Polyglassstate-of- Polyglass U.S.A., Inc. is an ISO 9001:2008 the-art manufacturing facilities are ISO 9001:2008certified, leading manufacturer of roofing and certified and strategically located to serve itswaterproofing systems for low- and steep-slope valuable customers. applications. Known for its self-adhered modified Celebrating 25 years of successfully developingbitumen roofing systems based on the companys and producing roofing solutions that has helpedpatented ADESO Technology and CURE transform the roofing industry would not beTechnology, Polyglass also produces a full line possible without our committed employees, saidof premium roof coatings and roof maintenance CEO Natalino Zanchetta. With a focus on quality,systems. Providing quality, innovation and service Polyglass has developed solutions for use in everyat its best, Polyglass adds value worldwide.For climate and we continue to innovate to meet themore information about the premium products and changing needs of our customers. services offered by Polyglass, call 800.222.9782 or Since developing its first compound formulavisit polyglass.us.decades ago, Polyglass has added hundreds of innovative products that extend the roof-life cycle, help manage building energy loads and enhance building aesthetics. With the launch of patented ADESO Technology, Polyglass provided an easier, www.mrca.orgMidwest Roofer 23'