ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Builders looking to
capture additional efficiencies and buyer satisfaction should look to the
rooftop. Owens Corning (NYSE: OC), the manufacturer of America's # 1 brand
of roofing shingles*, introduces Duration(TM) Series shingles with
SureNail(R) Technology. Due to the liberal nailing area, contractors report
improved productivity and greater accuracy, allowing them to get on to
their next roof sooner and reduce builder cycle times. Duration Series
shingles also deliver greater wind protection -- resisting up to category
three hurricane force winds. Owens Corning is the only maker of asphalt
roofing shingles with this powerful combination of benefits.
-- Reduce callbacks: Installation errors can trigger inspection redtags
on the job site. They also may cause leaks or tear-offs in high
winds, producing a callback from the homeowner. Duration Shingles
with SureNail Technology have a wider, reinforced nailing area and a
clearly recognizable nailing strip that allows roofing subcontractors
to install with greater accuracy.
-- Improve cycle time: Due to the liberal nailing area associated with
the SureNail strip, roofing contractors have reported productivity
gains, allowing them to move on to the next roof sooner. Roofs that
go up fast with fewer mistakes reduce cycle time for builders.
-- Gives homebuyers peace of mind: The additional bonding strength
provided by the interaction between the Tru-Bond(R) sealant and the
SureNail nailing strip gives shingles with SureNail Technology extra
high wind performance: 130 mph on Duration Premium shingles and
110 mph on Duration shingles. The industry standard is 70 mph and
90 mph respectively. That's a differentiator buyers will notice.
Duration Premium shingles feature a bold, vibrant, thick-looking
pattern while Duration shingles provide a soft, muted pattern. Both are
available in an extensive array of 12 colors. Duration Series shingles come
with a class A UL fire rating, the highest in the industry, as well as a
10-year algae-resistance warranty**.
"Building codes have become more stringent for roofing due to the
recent history of rough weather. By changing the way our shingle layers
bond, Duration shingles carry a wind warranty equal to most severe-weather
conditions," said Bert Elliott, Residential Roofing Shingles product
manager for Owens Corning. "The additional benefits to builders are clear:
the liberal nailing area gives builders confidence that the shingles are
installed right."
Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) is a world leader in building materials
systems and composite solutions. A Fortune 500 company for more than 50
years, Owens Corning people redefine what is possible each day to deliver
high-quality products and services ranging from insulation, roofing, siding
and manufactured stone veneer, to glass composite materials used in
transportation, electronics, telecommunications and other high-performance
applications. Since the company's founding in 1938, Owens Corning has
become a market-leading innovator of glass fiber technology with sales of
$6.3 billion in 2005 and 20,000 employees in 26 countries. Additional
information is available at http://www.owenscorning.com .
* Based on results from an independent survey of 1200 homeowners
conducted by MAi (Marketing Analysts, Inc.) in July 2006.
**See actual warranty for complete details.
Media Contact: Media Contact:
Kerry Desberg Lisa Heathman
Owens Corning HMH
(419) 248-5939 (503) 295-1922 ext. 255
kerry.desberg@owenscorning.com lisah@thinkhmh.com
SOURCE Owens Corning
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Related links:
http://www.owenscorning.com
CONTACT:
Kerry Desberg of Owens Corning,
+1-419-248-5939, or kerry.desberg@owenscorning.com ; or Lisa
Heathman of HMH, +1-503-295-1922 ext. 255, or lisah@thinkhmh.com
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