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Western Colloid Ratings and Standards for Coatings

6 Roof Coating Ratings and Standards You Must Know

September 22, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.

By Western Colloid. Here’s everything you need to know about roof coating system approvals, ratings, standards and building codes. Have you ever seen an acronym or number on a roofing product and wondered what they all mean? These often indicate that the product is regulated and approved by various industry ...

Learn From the Best at WSRCA’s Western Roofing Expo!

September 9, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.

By Dani Sheehan. Join RCS in Las Vegas, Nevada this September 23 – 25, 2023 and listen to experts in the industry as they discuss immigration, insurance, sustainability, leak protection and so much more. Fast approaching, you won’t want to miss the Western Roofing Expo by the Western States Roofing ...

Western Colloid Greg Hlavaty Receives Award

Greg Hlavaty Receives Service Award for Leading the Roof Coatings Industry

August 21, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.

By Western Colloid. The Roof Coatings Manufacturer Association (RCMA) recognized Western Colloid President Greg Hlavaty for his dedication and leadership in the industry. At Western Colloid, both their people and their products make them a leading manufacturer in fluid-applied roofing, premium asphalt sealcoats and reflective coating systems. Recently, the company’s ...

Everything you Need to Know About Restoring Metal Roofs - PODCAST TRANSCRIPTION

August 16, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.

Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Greg Hlavaty from Western Colloid. You can read the interview below or listen to the podcast. Karen Edwards: Hello and welcome to the Understanding Roof Restoration Podcast. I'm your host, Karen Edwards from askaroofer.com. The Understanding Roof Restoration ...

Western Colloid President Greg Hlavaty Honored by RCMA

August 15, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.

This recognition was for his dedicated leadership and exceptional contributions to the roof coatings industry. Western Colloid, a leading manufacturer of fluid-applied roofing, reflective coating systems and premium asphalt sealcoats, announced today that its President, Greg Hlavaty, was recognized for his service to the RCMA and the roof coatings industry ...

Understanding Roof Restoration Episode 8 - Understanding FM & Other Approvals - PODCAST TRANSCRIPTION

July 12, 2023 at 6:00 a.m.

Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Western Colloid's Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast, or watch the video. Karen Edwards: Hello and welcome to the Understanding Roof Restoration Podcast. I'm your host, Karen Edwards, ...

The History of Gravel Roof Restorations

June 15, 2023 at 6:00 a.m.

By Western Colloid. Learn more about the history of gravel roofs and how we go about restoring them using asphalt emulsion. One of the earliest forms of roofing was built-up roofing which started in the early 1900s. This type of roofing was made of melted asphalt that was then reinforced ...

Understanding Roof Restoration Episode 7 - Retrofitting Your Roof for Solar - PODCAST TRANSCRIPTION

June 2, 2023 at 6:00 a.m.

Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland. You can read the interview below or listen to the podcast. Karen Edwards: Hello and welcome to The Understanding Roof Restoration Podcast. I'm your host, Karen Edwards from askaroofer.com. The Understanding Roof Restoration Podcast ...

Common Jobsite Inefficiencies and How to Prevent Them

May 19, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.

By Western Colloid. Chris Ford and Tim Ford from Western Colloid share valuable insight on the most common jobsite inefficiencies and how to fix them. We here at Western Colloid are always looking for ways to help contractors improve their jobsite practices. That’s why we recently launched our FARR Best ...