Uniflex

Green is More than Just a Color

Uniflex is committed to the environment and to you. At Uniflex, we believe that paying attention to the Earth's needs doesn't mean ignoring yours. We are proud to bring you coating systems that are UL and FM approved, meet Energy Star Partner criteria, and are also recognized by the Cool Roof Rating Council for their high UV reflectance value, which can minimize energy costs. At Uniflex, we strive every day to develop products that not only meet environmental requirements, but also help the impact your business will have on the environment. And with all of our products, we aim to exceed your standards for aesthetics, durability and productivity.

As part of the Sherwin-Williams family of products, millions of dollars are invested annually in the research and development of the most advanced coatings. And each year, new technologies and best-practice techniques in our manufacturing process are initiated to reduce waste. To conserve natural resources and improve delivery, we've strategically located our facilities throughout the U.S. and streamlined our distribution system.

We are continually developing innovative solutions to improve our products and reduce our impact on nature. Because, at Uniflex & Sherwin-Williams, green is not just a color, it's an ongoing commitment.

As an industry leader, we invest millions of dollars a year in the research and development of the most advanced coatings. And to help increase your productivity and reduce harmful emissions in the air, we've developed coatings that require fewer coats and repaints.

The Uniflex Green Room will updated from time to time providing you with the latest information, trends and concepts on the green movement in roofing. So visit us often...

Web Exclusive: Green Building and Its Impact on Roofing Material Selection

by Katie Janness Sustainable Facility | April 1, 2009

Sustainability and green design are the largest emerging trends driving change in the roofing industry today. Frequently you will find the terms used separately or synonymously, indicating confusion... Read More...

Energy COOL: White Roofing as Silver Bullet to slay Global Warming?

by A. Siegel The Huffington Post | September 23, 2008

Reflective roofing has long seemed one of the best geoengineering options to help turn the rising tides of Global Warming. An opportunity to reduce energy use through reduced cooling demand and longer lasting roofs... Read More...

2008 Case Study: White Roofing Is on the Rise

by Rachel Stout Roofing Contractor | June 30, 2008

White roofing membrane has reached its prime. Its popularity is increasing as its benefits are recognized not only by architects and roofing contractors, but also by local government officials. As evidence of this, New York City is now mandating the use of white roofs... Read More...

White Rooftops May Help Slow Warming

Energy Secretary Pitches Low-Tech Idea to Reflect Solar
Energy Back Into Space
By David A. Fahrenthold
Washington Post Staff Writer
Sunday, June 14, 2009

Could climate change be staved off by making the United States look like a scene from "Mamma Mia!"

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Obama's climate guru: Paint your roof white!

By Steve Connor, Science Editor
By Steve Connor, Science Editor
The Independent
Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Some people believe that nuclear power is the answer to climate change, others have proposed green technologies such as wind or solar power, but Barack Obama's top man on global warming has suggested something far simpler – painting your roof white.

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Continuing the Cool-roofing Discussion

By eco-structure Staff
eco-structure
May 27, 2009

Eco-structure’s January/February issue included an article by Tom Hutchinson titled, "Challenging What’s Cool: Is the Exponential Growth of Cool Roofing an Impending Catastrophe?", "cool roofing," page 38. Although Hutchinson’s comments may have some merit, the overall implications about cool roofing are misleading.

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Cool Roof Rebates Explained

By Loren Snyder
facilitiesnet
March 2009

As hard as the CFO might try, it’s just not possible to ignore a roof. In the long run, the roof will always make its presence felt, sometimes in very inconvenient ways — just ask the hospital that had its surgical suite damaged by a leaky roof.

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