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Cleveland, Ohio—August 22, 2019 –Keene Family of Companies announces an addition to its portfolio. Barrett Company has been acquired and will join Keene Family of Companies: Keene Building Products, Dependable, LLC, Continental Products, Ltd

The Barrett Company, a manufacturer of innovative roofing products for over 80 years, is proud to announce its new ownership, the Minucci Group and Keene Family Holdings. These entities represent the industry leaders Saverio

If you’ve visited any of the major US cities in recent years, there’s a good chance you may have spotted a new trend being adopted by many of its occupants; Green roofs. Whether commercial

A Living System Requires Lasting Attention Vegetated roofs are more than a beautiful addition to a building—they’re living, breathing systems that contribute to sustainability, stormwater management, insulation, and even occupant well-being. But like any

When it comes to waterproofing, the conversation often gets technical—fast. Hot-applied vs. cold-applied systems. Membrane chemistry. Application layers. Cure times. But on the jobsite, the decision usually comes down to something much simpler: What

The core of Barrett’s RamTough 250 waterproofing systems is a fluid-applied rubberized asphalt membrane, which forms a completely monolithic waterproof barrier without seams or joints. Applying RamTough KLB-100 Polymer-Modified Elastomeric Roofing Bitumen APPLICATION LAYERS

Application of a roofing, waterproofing or restoration system in cold weather can be achieved successfully, within certain limitations, if precautions are taken. It is important to understand what may be encountered during cold weather

“Will deicing products have any effect on Barrett’s RamTough 250 hot rubberized asphalt membrane?” Using ice melting compounds to clear snow and ice from plazas, drives, public entryways, and other pedestrian & vehicular traffic

The Root of the Matter A well-designed green roof assembly, whether extensive or intensive, involves a series of functioning layers that must succeed in achieving the following: The success of a green roof relies

Understanding the Cold Process Cold Process Systems consist of multiple plies of reinforcement sheets that are set in a cold adhesive (solvent based or water based). These systems are often referred to as cold

There is a significant difference between standard oxidized asphalt ASTM D-312 Types I, II, III and IV and unoxidized asphalt materials. The ASTM D-312 products utilize a petroleum derived material called “flux” which is

THE MOST IMPORTANT PRINCIPLE OF WATERPROOFING Each separate envelope trade contractor’s work, regardless of its being thought of as a waterproofing system or not (e.g., exterior mechanical apparatus), must become part of a totally

Restore & Repair So You Don’t Have to Replace Bituminous roofs and flashings oxidize and dry out as they age. Becoming increasingly brittle, they eventually split open from natural contraction and expansion cycles. These,

When it comes to maintaining the roof of your home or commercial business, cold-applied coatings can be fundamental for performance and lifespan. There are many reasons to apply a coating to your roof, though

Before operating a rubberized asphalt melter, it is the obligation of everyone involved in its operation to know, understand, and follow all recommended safety procedures, local ordinances, and codes. As with all safety programs,

When it comes to implementing green roofs into building design, the benefits can be EXTENSIVE (pun intended). But with any sort of ecosystem, sustainability and performance is dependent upon the level of protection &