Top 10 Winter Benefits of RapidLock (RL™) Systems for Contractors
Carlisle SynTec Systems’ RapidLock (RL™) roofs are perfect for cold-weather installations. Instead of glue, RapidLock systems utilize VELCRO® Brand Securable Solutions to provide an adhesive-less roof that matches the performance of fully adhered assemblies.
UPCOMING WEBINAR
Join us on Wednesday, February 18, at 1 PM EST for a webinar about RL technology and other cold weather roofing solutions!
Carlisle SynTec Systems: Optimize Winter Roofing: RapidLock and Cold-Weather Solutions Webinar | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
For more information, check out the following resources:
RapidLock page
RapidLock Testimonial Video
RapidLock Info Sheet
- No adhesive restrictions – The RL system is attached through hook and loop, so there’s no need for heated blankets or warmers.
- Immediate bonding – Don’t stand out in the cold waiting for adhesives to flash off. RL technology bonds membrane and polyiso immediately.
- Quick installation – RL installations are 80% faster than using traditional bonding adhesives and 25% faster than using low-rise urethane adhesives.
- Extends your roofing season – RL allows you to work through colder months with ease.
- Minimizes downtime – Spend less time waiting for adhesives to cure and get your crew out of the cold quicker.
- Perfect for mission-critical buildings – Don’t wait until summer to re-roof mission-critical buildings; with no VOCs the RL system won’t disrupt business as usual.
- Excellent wind protection – RL systems shine against winter winds with max wind-speed performance up to 120 mph.
- Increases your competitive edge – RapidLock systems are proprietary to Carlisle. While your competitors are waiting till summer, you can gain a competitive edge roofing through the colder months.
- Enhances installation consistency – With no adhesives you will get consistent quality of application and reduce the risk of installation errors.
- Improves client satisfaction – Complete projects faster and within your clients’ timelines.
UPCOMING WEBINAR
Join us on Wednesday, February 18, at 1 PM EST for a webinar about RL technology and other cold weather roofing solutions!
Carlisle SynTec Systems: Optimize Winter Roofing: RapidLock and Cold-Weather Solutions Webinar | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
For more information, check out the following resources:
RapidLock page
RapidLock Testimonial Video
RapidLock Info Sheet
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