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Excellence in Waterproofing, Roofing and Surfacing Technology Issue Three • Summer 2013

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View from the Top “My goal is to build Kemper System across two major fronts: Waterproofing technology and superior quality and service. We continue to emphasize our versatile, solvent-free and ‘odor-free’ Kemperol® 2K-PUR liquid-resin membrane system, ideal for most applications, and we just launched the new Kemperol® Roofpatch Kit for emergency roof repairs. We are also offering a new program for high-value properties to better manage repairs and restorations,” he said.

“We are building geographically so we can support specifiers at a high level wherever they may be. Three new sales organizations are now representing Kemper System in the Midwest. We’ve added to our own sales team as well, and we are educating the market through AIA credited courses.”

Doornink is based at the Kemper System America headquarters and U.S. manufacturing plant in West Seneca, New York. Prior to joining Kemper System in 2009, he was president of Cantesco Corporation, a company he founded in 1982 as a manufacturer of leak detection compounds and other chemical specialties. He built Cantesco into a world leader in welding chemical products and accessories before selling the organization in 2009 to Kemper System GmbH, part of the IBG Group.

Richard Doornink shared his vision with the Sales and Marketing team at the annual sales meeting in Safety Harbor, Florida, earlier this year. Pictured (Front row, l-r): Brett Seinberg, Kathleen Courteau, Chris Reiss, Eric Johnson, Diana Nino Tables, Corrin Bittner, Andreas Wiggenhagen, Brian Kelly, Bill Mueller. (Second row, l-r): Christian Schaefer, Paul Allenstein, Luis Ballesteros, Jerry Gudenau, Dan Sudkamp, Steven Carroll. (Third row, l-r): Jay Strother, Gino Soroker, Mike Moriarity, Matt Miller, Roland Wieth, Tim Sullivan, Jeff Younger, Braeden Kleven, Brian McGuire. (Back row, l-r): Richard Doornink, Larry Shoesmith, Artur Slabuszewski, Barney Lehane, Jack Sheehan, Eugene Wasiak, Krzysztof Dobrzanski, Gord Carr, Holger Freyaldenhoven, Robert Rayes.

Green roof at Massachusetts General Hospital

IN THIS ISSUEStormwater management in flux: Performance standards at issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

News:

Liquid mambranes address many issues forexisting structures . . 3 Project Profiles:

“Odor-free” solution provides breath of fresh air in Midtown . 4

The gold standard in green roof assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Green roofing helps revitalize Roberto Clememte State Park . . 5

Market Leadership:

New emergency roof patch stops leaks fast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Cool ‘white’ roofs reflect heat – and needs for sustainability . 6-7 News:

Kemper System expands Southeast account team. . . . . . . . . . . 6

KSA banner flies high at trade shows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Kemper System announces winners of Service Awards . . . . . . . 8

Project Tracker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Sales network expands in U.S. and Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Richard Doornink, Managing Director of Kemper System America, Inc., oversees operations in both North and South America, including new responsibilities for roofing, waterproofing and surfacing systems.

Market Leadership

Urban green roofs add value for owners and developers

Whether for new construction or renovations, green roofs require expert design for long-term protection. Kemper System works with top-flight property managers, owners and architects to achieve that goal.

Incorporating more green roofs into the urban landscape helps cities solve a multitude of environmental problems, including improving air and water quality and reducing stormwater runoff. Green roof systems expand recreational space without additional land. They retain rainwater, a major urban benefit that can reduce overflow demands on water treatment facilities. Rainwater irrigates the green landscape, and plants evaporate moisture and transpire oxygen to freshen the air.

Green roofs also help reduce the urban heat island effect, which makes cities hotter than surrounding areas due to the high proportion of dark, heat-absorbing roofs and roadways. New York City, for example, averages 7 degrees hotter in the summer than its lush Westchester suburbs to the north. Cooler cities can reduce air-conditioning energy demands for everyone.

Most of the advantages benefit the broader urban community. Property owners and developers often need other reasons, tangible and intangible, to help accelerate this development.

Lower operating costsGreen roof assemblies can translate into lower operating costs. The tough waterproofing “shell” of the Kemper System together with the soil overburden act as a thermal blanket, insulating against outdoor temperature

extremes and moderating indoor air. More consistent temperature control on upper floors can dramatically reduce peak energy demands on fans, boilers and compressors, reduce equipment cycling and extend service life.

Sustainability An increasing number of publicly-traded companies are engaged in sustainability efforts and are aware of the potential value of greening on corporate brands – and bottom lines. Green gardens can be an oasis that speaks volumes to employees, customers and prospects, while helping to enhance property value. Properly designed outdoor living spaces also add charm to urban medical centers, condominiums and hotels, and can help build a sense of community. They also are a coveted feature in high-end homes.

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Sales network expands in U.S. and CanadaKemper System is pleased to announce the following additions to its North American network of authorized independent sales organizations for waterproofing, roofing and surfacing products:

MWA Commercial Roofing Solutions Roofing Solutions Group Service area: Michigan Service area: Pacific Northwest Richard Dumas Michael Minturn

Coastal Specified Products Pilot Group Inc. Service area: Colorado Service area: Alberta Greg Ham Larry Shoesmith

Roofing Trade Services, Inc. Service area: upstate New York Brian J. Mattice

In making the announcement, Kemper System National Sales Manager Brett Steinberg said, “Our goal is to provide the highest level of professionalism and support customers expect throughout the design, specification, and bid process. These knowledgeable specialists help us meet that goal in expanding our national presence.”

Florida Polytech...In ProgressNew construction: More than 100,000 sq. ft. main roof, terraces and architectural details in Lakeland, FL. Phase one terrace waterproofing near completion with GM Skanska USA and roofing subcontractor Tarheel.

Campus features a breathtaking design by world-renowned architect Santiago Calatrava

Project to be featured in a future issue of The Pinnacle

Bart Station...CompletedRoof restoration and waterproofing of multi-level commuter rail stop.

Gardner Courthouse...In ProgressFull roof restoration and recovery project.

The Forum...Under ContractOngoing roof restoration and waterproofing projects.

Brian McGuire “Sales Representative of the Year” Brian McGuire was named “Sales Representative of the Year” for 2012 by Kemper System America, Inc. during his first year as sales representative for the Southeast region, where he serves building owners, construction specifiers and contractors across Florida, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.

In making the announcement, Steinberg said, “Brian has shown enormous dedication in building relationships with contractors and supporting specifiers so they can make informed decisions on projects that are a strong fit for our advanced solutions.”

Before joining Kemper System, McGuire served for five years as director of production and project manager for a regional construction company. He also spent five years running his own firm.

Service Award Winners

The envelope please… Kemper System announces winners of Service Awards Allied Building Products “Distributor of the Year”Allied Building Products Corp. (East Rutherford, N.J.) was named “Distributor of the Year” for its record of commitment to specifiers of roofing, surfacing and waterproofing systems during 2012.

In announcing the award, Brett Steinberg, National Sales Manager of Kemper System said, “We value Allied’s forward-thinking in marketing and merchandising. And we value their staff who listen to contractors every day and understand the role of cold-applied, liquid membrane systems.”

Established in 1950, the independent distributor operates in over 180 locations in the U.S., employs more than 3,000 people and maintains a fleet of over 2,785 vehicles. Allied Building Products Regional Manager Dave Doran commented, “Strong vendor partnerships are the key to success in a challenging business environment.”

PCGNY “Contractor of the Year”Professional Construction Group of NY (PCGNY) was named “Contractor of the Year” for outstanding performance during the past year. Based in New York City and founded in 2007, PCGNY Corp. has become one of the leading exterior restoration, roofing and waterproofing companies in the New York and tri-state area known for its expertise in residential, commercial and industrial construction.

In making the award, Steinberg said, “Under the leadership of Dariusz Ciach, PCGNY recognized that the “liquid generation” of roofing and waterproofing products was becoming the choice of designers for long-term protection of the building envelope. That focus has made them a standout for Kemper System.”

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Market Leadership News

Stormwater management is a growing issue, and if tax incentives are waning due to pressures on government budgets, standards are being reviewed as a means to encourage green roof construction.

At the federal level, the EPA is proposing new performance standards to better address stormwater management projects for both new and redeveloped sites as they are built. The EPA is also evaluating options for a municipal program to reduce discharges from existing development. The potential impact on developers and property owners remains to be seen. A proposed rule is due in June with final action by December 10, 2014.*

Revisions to the voluntary construction standards of LEED are also under consideration, with ballot voting this summer. Updates include provisions related to stormwater management and the Heat Island Effect. (See https://new.usgbc.org/leed/v4).

The LEED rating system may not be the only path to sustainability. Last summer, some 27 business associations and trade groups formed the American High-Performance Buildings Coalition (AHPBC) (www.betterbuildingstandards.com) to support the development of sustainable building standards. The coalition is advocating a rating system developed in conformance with the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). It supports certification systems based on “sound data, scientific methodology and developed using a consensus process.”

As for the federal government, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is a major proponent of “green roofs” and compiled a major new report in April. Titled, “The Benefits and Challenges of Green Roofs on Public and Commercial Buildings,” it includes a literature review of 200 studies, an in-depth analysis of green roof benefits with an original cost-benefit analysis, as well as a discussion of challenges and best practices, and an assessment of further research needs.

Green roofs can: • Reduce the stormwater runoff rate from a roof by up to 65% • Make roof surfaces 30-40% cooler • Reduce heat flux from roof to building by up to 72%

Source: GSA * EPA: Proposed National Rulemaking to Strengthen the Stormwater Program

LEED creditsAt the design level, green roofs almost always contribute to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) credits under the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) rating system. Since the ultimate value of a green roof depends on longevity, however, the durability and integrity of the underlying waterproofing system must be paramount in material selection. New federal buildings and government reconstruction projects must now conform to GSA requirements for Gold LEED certification. For newly constructed properties that GSA leases, the agency has maintained a LEED Silver requirement for new projects over 10,000 square feet.

Solvent-free and “odor-free” Kemperol® 2K-PUR cold, liquid-applied membrane systems can contribute to the following credits:

LEED Stormwater Design SS Credit 6.1 (1 Point)

LEED Stormwater Design SS Credit 6.2 (1 Point)

LEED Heat Island Effect SS Credit 7.2 (1 Point)

Tax creditsIncentives vary by state and locale. For example, the City of Philadelphia offers a credit against the Business Privilege Tax of 25% of all costs incurred to construct a green roof up to $100,000. To qualify, the green roof must cover 50% of the rooftop. But with many state and local budgets being squeezed, credits are not widely available and some programs are expiring, including a one-year tax credit of up to $100,000 that expired in March for New York City.

Such credits recognize the broader, long-term benefits – and savings – these projects provide. A green roof can cut peak runoff into sewer systems by an estimated 50-90% while improving the quality of water discharging into rivers.

Property valueWhile the direct impact on property value is difficult to estimate since every real-estate market and every property is different, green roofs always contribute what realtors call “charm.” This can be an important differentiator, especially in a less than robust market. And adding outdoor living space can be one of the first enhancements that new owners of commercial properties want to make.

Urban Green Roofs (continued)

Stormwater management in flux: Performance standards at issue

While the pace of construction for new commercial buildings appears uneven, demand remains strong for cold-liquid applied membrane roofing and waterproofing systems for restorations and roof recovery on existing buildings, says Brett Steinberg, National Sales Manager, Kemper System America, Inc.

Kemper System’s versatile fleece-reinforced membrane products can address multiple issues across the building envelope. Kemper System also offers a special program to help owners and managers of high-value properties minimize headaches (and associated complaints) across buildings of varying age, substrates and waterproofing materials.

With the Kemper System, most structures do not require removal of existing roofing which can be disruptive and add to costs. Its liquid-membranes can cover, recover or restore roofs and balconies, as well as protect rooftop gardens, walkways, recreational areas, parking garages, and even building façades. In addition, white or reflective finishes can help reduce building energy demands.

Steinberg says the company’s Kemperol® 2K-PUR two-part polyurethane has seen increasing demand on existing buildings, in part, because they are solvent-free and “odor-free.” In contrast, fume-laden products often irritate building occupants. The company’s odor-free products can also help avoid off-hour scheduling.

At the Loews Don CeSar Hotel in St. Pete Beach, Florida, Kemper System delivered odor-free solutions to restore the main roof and to protect a spectrum of architectural designs throughout the historic landmark hotel -- from the parking deck ramps to the luxurious setback terraces.

Beyond commercial offices, hotels and condos, Kemper System can solve difficult restoration problems for public buildings and sports venues. At Fenway Park in Boston, for example, Kemperol® 2K-PUR waterproofs grandstand areas where a damp-proof coating had resulted in spalling cement. The waterproofing membrane was applied to primed surface following comprehensive concrete restoration and topped with Kemperdur® traction-resistant coatings and aggregate blends for stairways.

Liquid membranes address many issues for existing structures

Three blocks from downtown Palo Alto, the Channing House offers active independent seniors easy access to the best the San Francisco Bay area has to offer – and stunning views. Superior waterproofing and a walkable, skid-resistant surface was the goal for restoring the main roof and balconies. Allana, Buick & Bers of Mountain View, CA, created a durable and attractive solution, specifying the fleece-reinforced Kemperol® 2K-PUR liquid-resin membrane system with an aesthetic quartz surface. Installed by D.C. Taylor Co., the system is solvent-free and “odor-free” – an important application consideration for the life-care retirement community.

Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston

Fenway Park, Boston, MA

Loews Don CeSar Hotel, St. Pete Beach, FL

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Project Profile

with approximately 6 inches of growing medium. “We used several palettes with flowers that bloom across seasons, including native cultivars. The effect, woven together provides some textural relief across the landscape design,” Booher said.

Most planted areas are just 4-6 inches deep and include grasses and perennials, with a few deeper wells positioned over structural supports. On the south side of the building, there is an extensive planting of sedum in 4-inch planters that drink in the sunshine. The green roof is irrigated from below with a combination of Netafim drip lines and capillary fabric, and any excess rainwater not absorbed by the plantings and overburden filters to drainage mats and is channeled to the existing building drains.

Weighty issuesUrban renovation projects are not always designed to handle the weight of intensive green roofs. Designers may be able to add structural support as with 850 Third – and/or shift to a less intensive green roof or more extensive green system with shallower plantings. That means lower plant height and a more limited palette of foliage.

Intensive green roofs (18 in. - 4 ft. deep) typically support 80-150 lbs. per sq. ft. Semi-intensive green roofs (6 in. - 2 ft. deep) typically support 30-60 lbs. per sq. ft. Extensive green roofs (2-6 in. deep) typically support 10-25 10-25 lbs. per sq. ft.

As a rule of thumb, if there is an existing paver system, then the roof should be able to support the weight of an extensive green roof. However, a landscape architect and structural engineer must always collaborate to calculate roof load limits to ensure the new green roof design will remain within the load range, even under the additional water weight of adverse weather. (Kemper System can supply details on the weight of any of its standard membrane assemblies.)

In urban reconstruction projects, extensive rather than intensive green roofs are the norm, although marquee buildings and newer buildings are often engineered to handle extra loads and exceptional contingencies. Regardless of the depth of overburden, the reinforced liquid membrane from Kemper System is designed for root and rot resistance and extended service life. Because the time and cost of unscheduled repairs increases with the depth of plantings, Kemper System is often the preferred choice on intensive and semi-intensive green roofs and wherever peace of mind is paramount.

For 850 Third, “Kemper became the preferred waterproofing system because the warranty structure allowed the most design flexibility with the overburden and did not require a proprietary green roof system,” Booher said. “Because of this, we were able to create a custom green roof system with NY Green Roofs that allowed us to maximize the garden’s potential while accommodating weight and wind load restrictions…and save the client some extra money.”

The Kemperol® BR / V210 reinforced liquid-resin membrane system protects this green roof on a multi-purpose recreation building at this recently revitalized 25-acre park along the Harlem River in the Bronx. The green roof helps reduce building energy costs, and the same product also waterproofs a green roof terrace and a buried mechanical building. The RBA Group, which specified the system, won a Platinum Award for Engineering Excellence on the park’s aquatic complex from ACECNY. Attri Enterprises was the applicator.

The park, which opened in 1973, was renamed for the late slugger-outfielder who became the first Latino-American inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. During the summer, the park is home to numerous concerts and special events. Facilities also include an Olympic-size pool complex, ball fields, picnic areas, playgrounds and a waterfront promenade.

Green roofing helps revitalize Roberto Clemente State Park

In New York City, if an architect or landscape architect designs a green roof, they are likely to consider Kemper System. In the case of 850 Third Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, an intensive landscape design over high-end occupied space was the perfect candidate for a Kemper System waterproofing solution.

The design team met with Brian Kelly of Kemper System early in the process to review waterproofing concerns for the retrofit.

The challenge The goal was to install a green roof terrace above occupied commercial space to maximize property value while providing a pleasant enclave for Shorenstein Properties’ new office headquarters. The approximately 6,500-square-foot living roof area is set back over occupied space on the 17th floor and overlooks open spaces at a cancer center next door and a nearby Courtyard by Marriott. A durable, watertight seal that could waterproof across the mixed-use, high-end design and offer an extended service life was essential. Odor-free application was also a prime consideration due to proximity of tenants and neighbors. Avoiding hot kettles on the roof top was also a concern.

The design-to-installation cycle was also shorter than normal, because the space next to the new terrace was unoccupied only temporarily until new tenants were booked to arrive. There were also issues with the capacity of the roof deck on the initial landscape design that needed to be overcome.

The solutionThe project was designed in the fall and constructed in the spring of 2011.Urban Tech structural engineers specified additional structural supports to spread the load over metal decking, clad with mechanically fastened cement board to reinforce the existing slab and achieve a minimum of 45 pounds per square foot capacity throughout. Additional load capacity was achieved in specific areas aligning with building columns.

The design of the waterproofing system was straightforward with the Kemper System. The “odor-free” Kemperol® 2K-PUR two-part polyurethane resin membrane system was specified for monolithic protection beneath the varied landscape and applied by DP Consulting Corp. The fleece-reinforced, liquid-applied membrane fully adheres to the roof deck, up sloped curbs, and around penetrations and drainage areas.

The landscape design by Aaron Booher of HM White Landscape Architects suggests a rolling meadow and incorporates sweeping walkways, benches, and a mix of planters, some 18 inches deep, set with witch hazel and crabapple trees. The undulating meadow effect is created by strips of insulation board layered and sculpted to establish a base topography, then covered

850 Third Avenue, New York, NY

“Odor-free” solution provides breath of fresh air in Midtown

Kemper System offers long-term warranties on built-up green roof assemblies, and is considered the gold standard for green roofing technology in the U.S. Odor-free membrane systems are ideal for sensitive areas and occupied buildings. The cold, liquid-applied systems fully adhere to substrates and are self-flashing and self-sealing for easy installation and edge-to-edge protection. The monolithic, seamless, rot- and root-resistant membrane provides peace of mind for expensive landscaped overburdens and can accommodate virtually any roof landscaping design.

Kemper System offers a single-source warranty for built-up green roof assemblies. Warranted assemblies include the liquid waterproofing membrane, insulation, drainage mat, retention mat, filter sheet and growing media.

From GSA definitionsIntensive Green Roof: More than 12 inches thick, with an intensive growth medium over a discrete drainage layer that can support a variety of vegetation.

Semi-Intensive Green Roof: Typically 6 to 12 inches with a multi-course growth medium over a discrete drainage layer that can support more diverse vegetation than multi-course extensive.

Extensive Green Roof (single course): Typically 3 to 4 inches with a coarse medium over a moisture management layer that can support sedum or other succulents (eco roofs).

The gold standard in green roof assemblies

LANDSCAPED GREEN ASSEMBLYBuilt-Up System

Structural Deck

Filter Sheet

Growing Media

Plant Community

Retention Mat

Drain Mat

XEPS Insulation

Kemperol 2K-PUR FR/165

Kempertec Primer Approved for Substrate

Landscaped green roof assemblies include both built-up systems and eco-roof tray systems.

Eco-roofs incorporate drainage, filtration, retention and irrigation within one component.

LANDSCAPED GREEN ASSEMBLYTray System

Structural Deck

Growing Media

Plant Community

Retention Tray

Kemperol 2K-PUR FR/165

Kempertec Primer Approved for Substrate

Market Leadership

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The potential energy savings on “white” reflective roofs is highest on low-rise buildings, particularly those in warmer and drier climate zones with the highest doses of sunshine. They are a popular choice for new roofs and recovery projects on schools, medical facilities and government buildings.

But they can also make a substantial impact on reducing energy demands on the top floors of high-rise offices and condos, where space typically commands a premium, and tenants can be most demanding. And they can keep the entire building envelope cooler when also applied as a top coat to façades.

While there are some federal tax incentives available for qualifying commercial structures completed through the end of 2013,* “white” roofs can quickly pay for themselves in energy savings. Specially formulated, high-quality “cool” roof coatings can reflect on the order of 70-75% of incident solar energy, greatly reducing the demand on air handling systems inside during the cooling season. In most cases, this seasonal saving far outweighs the energy offset due to solar reflectance in the winter.

Value of sustainabilityBut the highest value of a cool roof for future-minded property owners and architects is sustainability. While the dollar value of energy savings on any single building can be significant to owners, the positive impact of sustainability on a national scale can be staggering. Researchers at the Lawrence National Laboratory calculate that retrofitting 80% of the 2.58 billion sq. meters of conditioned roof on commercial buildings in the U.S. would yield an annual energy saving of a cool 10.4 terawatt hours – for an annual savings of $735 million. (A terawatt is 1012 watts or a million megawatts.)

The potential impact on air quality and greenhouse gases is also impressive. Nationally, it would reduce CO2 emissions by 6.23 metric tons annually, equivalent to the emissions of 1.2 million cars. It would cut annual NOx emissions by almost 10 kilotons, offsetting annual NOx emissions of 570,000 cars; and reduce annual SO2 emissions by more than 25 kilotons, offsetting annual SO2 emissions of 815 peak power plants. (1)

(1) Levinson, Ronnen and Hashem Akbari. “Potential benefits of cool roofs on commercial buildings: conserving energy, saving money, and reducing emission of greenhouse gases and air pollutants.” Energy Efficiency. Vol. 3, Issue 1, pp 53-109, March 1, 2010.

For a finished look, broadcast sand or brush aggregate from surrounding area into the patch while still wet.

DOE-Developed Climate Zone Map - Reflective coatings are highly valued in warmer and drier zones and on buildings with little or no shade.

Six colors that keep buildings coolerKemper System offers six reflective roof colors in either the Kemperdur® 2KS-FR, an aliphatic polyurethane coating system, or the Kemperdur® BSF-R a no-odor, single component, water-based acrylic. Both coating systems are fire-rated, and selection is based on compatibility with the Kemper System membrane resin system.

“Cool” definitions to reflect uponReflectivity: Percent of incident solar energy reflected by the surface of a material.

Solar Reflectance Index (SRI): The ability of a material to reject solar heat as shown by a rise in temperature. SRI takes heat transfer effects into account. (See infrared emittance below). Materials with the highest SRI values are the coolest for roofing. Standard white = 100, and standard black = 0. Due to the way SRI is defined, some materials can exceed those limits.

Infrared Emittance: The ability of a warm or hot material to shed heat in the form of infrared radiation. Glass and most other building materials (except clean metals) are opaque in the infrared, and exhibit an emittance of about 0.9. A “black body” with an emittance rating of 1 emits about 6.1 watts per square meter, for each ºC above ambient temperature.

Source: U.S. Energy Department, Environmental Energy Division: http://energy.lbl.gov/coolroof/ref_01.htm

* Commercial tax deductions – A tax deduction of up to $1.80 per square foot is available to owners or designers of new or existing commercial buildings that save at least 50% of the heating and cooling energy of a building that meets ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2001. Partial deductions of up to $.60 per square foot are available for measures affecting any one of three building systems: Building envelope (10% energy savings), lighting (20%), or heating and cooling systems (20%). To be eligible,building energy cost-savings must be certified by a licensed engineer or contractor, and systems must be “placed in service” before December 31, 2013.

“Cool” roof colors can coordinate with other elements such as roof walkways or building facades, and may be applied to facades on compatible substrates.

A six-page color selection guide that details topcoat options for Kemper System waterproofing, roofing and surfacing liquid-membrane products is now available for building owners, architects and construction specifiers.

The brochure includes Kemperdur® color aggregate blends for traction surfacing, safety and traffic colors, decorative finishes and reflective roof colors. A spectrum of colors are available to meet any design specification, whether matching an existing

New color selection guide details coating options

or historically accurate color palette or fulfilling a vision of tomorrow for today’s architects.

Roof coatings can define walkways, traffic crossings, tennis courts and recreation areas, and can also be applied to façades in matching or coordinating colors – or be used to accent fountains and water retention systems. Combined with quartz aggregate blends, they provide a traction-surface for pedestrian walkways, balconies and terraces.

Kemper System America has named Jeff Younger as Account Executive for the Southeast region, serving architects, construction specifiers and building owners across North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. As part of the team, he offers workshops and AIA-credited Lunch-and- Learns.

Based in Murrells Inlet, S.C., Younger offers 25 years of experience in the roofing and waterproofing business, including 15 years with the Kemper System. He was previously an independent representative based in the mid- Atlantic region.“Jeff is extremely knowledgeable and a born problem solver,” said Southeast Regional Manager Brian McGuire.

Kemper System expands Southeast account team

Emergency roof patch stops leaks fast Kemperol® Roofpatch – a ready-to-use patch kit that uses advanced waterproofing technology to reliably stop leaks and cover cracks and damaged areas – is now available through select distributors of building products. It is ideal for building and roofing contractors, building owners and property managers who often need emergency repairs.

Manufactured by Kemper System, the kit comes in a flat aluminum pouch that includes rubber gloves and a reinforcement fleece pre-saturated in a single-component, solvent-free and odor-free Kemperol® 1K-SF waterproofing resin. The reinforced membrane is pre-cut to approximately

10” x 18” (27 x 41 cm) so a single patch can handle most repairs. Patches can also

be overlapped to cover larger areas.

The multi-purpose patch adheres tightly without a primer to bitumen sheets, PVC roofing sheets, concrete, wood, and metal. The resin is rain- fast in 60 minutes and can be walked on after 12 hours.

Contact us roofpatch@kempersystem.com for a distributor near you, or visit our product website at www.kemperol-roofpatch.com. call toll-free 1-800-541-5455.

Look for this display in home centers and building-supply retailers.

Cool ‘white’ roofs reflect heat – and need for sustainability

KSA banner flies high at trade shows

RCI Award: RCI Inc. recognized Kemper System America for their support at the 28th RCI International Convention in Orlando. Pictured above (l to r) Rick Cook, Tom Gernetzke, Lorenzo Fernandez, Brian McGuire, Chip Ward, Brian Kelly, Jean-Guy Levaque, and Sidney Hankins.

BuildingsNY: National Project Design and Specification Manager Brian Kelly and Technical Field Representative Majiec “Magic” Choromanski demonstrate the new Kemperol® Roofpatch as building owners, property managers and consultants look on. Behind the scenes, Managing Director Richard Doornink briefed editors from Engineering News Record and the New York Real Estate Journal. Anne Hinsman of Walter B. Melvin Architects and David Golab of Superstructures Engineers + Architect both won Starbucks gift cards in our cocktail hour drawing.

What’s NextLook for Kemper System at these industry events: • AIA Convention, June 20-22, Denver • Construct Canada, Dec . 4-6, Toronto

• ABX / Architecture Boston, Nov . 20-22 , Boston • Honblue Pacific Building Trade Expo, Nov . 13, Honolulu