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NEW BUILDING ENVELOPE SOLUTIONS FEATURE SPEED, EASE, AND MORE PROTECTION.

By Andy Carlo

With labor and supply chain issues putting additional pressure on the construction industry, builders are looking for better, quicker solutions for protecting the building envelope.

Here are some of the latest products designed to assist the building envelope with added protection against the elements.

TYPAR DrainableWrap Peel and Stick is a self-adhering building wrap, pairing the drainage benefits of TYPAR DrainableWrap with the ease and speedy installation of a peeland-stick application. DrainableWrap has the ability to shed more bulk water than traditional building wraps and offers the added efficiency of an integrated drainage plane. The science behind the product is a layer of multi-directional fibers that diverts bulk water from exterior wall cavities and drains it away from the assembly—preventing the potential damage caused by mold and rot. The highly efficient TYPAR DrainableWrap helps shed water, while meeting or exceeding current code requirements per ASTM E2273. DrainableWrap Peel and Stick is available in 5’ x 100’ rolls to cover more area than average peel and stick wraps and can be installed in any direction without affecting performance. Typar.com Huber Engineered Woods introduces ZIP System Peel and Stick Underlayment. The self-adhered waterproofing roof underlayment provides an additional layer of protection against water intrusion due to ice dams or wind-driven rain. When applied in combination with ZIP System sheathing and tape, eligible projects can register for a Leak-Free Guarantee. Featuring a pull cord, split-liner application, ZIP System peel and stick underlayment offers a smooth installation with no fasteners required. A rubberized asphalt technology seals around roof covering nails. The product is applied to roof sheathing before the finished roof covering is installed and can be used in valleys, eaves, transitions or the entire roof. Huberwood.com

Barricade Thermo-Brace SIB, a 4-in-1 reversible structural insulated sheathing with Barricade Thermo-Brace Structural Sheathing with BASF Neopor GPS insulative foam, offers an additional energy-efficient insulative barrier against external elements and a tight, simple, and secure install for builders. Thermo-Brace SIB’s outside weather-resistant barrier (WRB) layers prevent water, moisture vapor, and mold and eliminate the need for additional outside protection, allowing homeowners to enjoy energy savings with high indoor air quality. BarricadeBP.com

Westlake Royal Building Products has introduced SwiftGuard, a synthetic roofing underlayment for steel, tile, shingle, and shake roofing. The new roofing solution is easily installed and leverages a patented nail gasketing technology to provide durable all-season weather protection. SwiftGuard is ideal for use in steep slope roofing installations. The underlayment benefits from an innovative, patented nail-gasketing technology, which helps ensure steel, tile, shake and shingle roofing systems are better able to withstand the elements in all climates and seasons. The product is available in 10-square (1,000-foot) rolls weighing just 35.5 pounds each, providing lightweight ease in transporting, loading, installation, and storing. Clearly identifiable lay lines and fastening markers also enable swift and easy installation. Royalbuildingproducts.com