Owens Corning Leads Roofing Industry in Aesthetics, Recycling and Complete Roofing Systems at 2010 International Roofing Expo

NEW ORLEANS - Owens Corning featured its newest roofing and asphalt solutions and services at the 2010 International Roofing Expo (IRE) in New Orleans.

"From our vibrant new Duration Designer Color Collection shingles, our Owens Corning Roofing Preferred Contractor Recycled Shingle program, complete roofing and energy efficient solutions, and our strategic contractor programs, Owens Corning is focused on providing differentiated products and services that will help roofing contractors and distributors thrive in today's marketplace," said Sheree Bargabos, Owens Corning Roofing and Asphalt, LLC, Business President. "Consumers demand a durable roof, yet they also want to know it will add to the beauty of their home, and that they are doing their part in choosing sustainable products - Owens Corning is delivering solutions that meet all of these needs from one of the most trusted brands in home building materials."

Owens Corning Roofing & Asphalt innovations for 2010 include:

• NEW Vibrant Designer Roofs - The new Duration Series Shingles Designer Color Collection builds on the high performance of Duration Series Shingles with an inspired line of uniquely colored shingles unmatched in the industry. Owens Corning Roofing & Asphalt, based on a growing homeowner appetite for color, created seven vibrant, high-contrast shingle color combinations that will enhance the overall curb appeal and truly makes homes go from drab to FAB!
  
• More than 20,000 Tons of Shingles Recycled and Counting - Owens Corning Roofing & Asphalt is the only roofing manufacturer to simplify shingle recycling by connecting contractors directly with convenient recycling facilities through a national strategic alliance with Heritage Environmental Services, the largest privately-held environmental services company in the United States. Heritage is providing dedicated, convenient drop-off centers that will recycle and process shingle tear-offs. Through the program, Owens Corning Roofing & Asphalt makes it cost-effective and convenient for contractors to differentiate themselves with green-minded homeowners.
  
• A Roofing System is Essential - Owens Corning Roofing Essentials accessories comprise a complete roofing system, whose components work together to maintain a roof's durability and extend its life. Roofing Essentials include underlayment, hip and ridge shingles, ventilation and attic insulation. Owens Corning is introducing at IRE, the VentSure Heat & Moisture Ridge Vents with Weather PROtector® Moisture Barrier and WeatherLock Specialty Tile & Metal ice and water barrier.
  
• Asphalt Without the Stink - Owens Corning Trumbull Asphalt is helping commercial roofers by addressing the longstanding industry challenge of odors associated with asphalt. Owens Corning TruLo low odor asphalt and TruLo Max low odor, low fuming asphalt employ patent-pending technology to neutralize asphalt odor and mitigate fumes. This makes it easier for roofing contractors to conduct jobs on high-density buildings such as schools, restaurants and hospitals during normal business hours without the disruptive smell.

For more information on Owens Corning's Roofing visit Owens Corning's Web site.