Case Studies

Nestled at the entrance of the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Hotel Polaris is a luxury aviation-themed hotel featuring flight simulators, rooftop amenities, and breathtaking Rocky Mountain views. When Douglass Colony Group was selected to roof the 50,000-square-foot facility, they relied on Carlisle's high-performance Sure-Weld TPO and Flexible FAST Adhesive System to meet extreme wind ratings, strict military timelines, and complex architectural demands. The result? A durable, visually striking, and energy-efficient roof that helped this premier destination open on time for the Air Force Academy's graduation.

Chosen for its year-round install-ability, ease of application, and superior wind uplift resistance; Carlisle's RapidLock EPDM system delivers the performance of a fully adhered roof without the mess or hassle of adhesives. Utilizing innovative VELCRO® Securable Solutions, a fleece-backed EPDM membrane, and a specialized polyiso cover board; this exclusive system offers a clean, efficient, and high-performing solution for modern roofing needs.

Quanex, Inc., a global manufacturing company operating 34 plants worldwide, needed roof replacements at their Rice Lake, Wisconsin facility. After a severe hailstorm caused extensive damage, two sections of the roof-71,800 square feet of aged PVC membrane and 60,000 square feet of old adhered EPDM-required replacement with Sure-Seal Cool Gray, an innovative new product. Despite harsh winters, the majority of the 325,000-square-foot roof, comprised of ballasted EPDM, performed exceptionally well.

Explore how Carlisle's VacuSeal Vent Secured Roofing System transforms roofing projects with its revolutionary wind-driven technology. By creating negative air pressure beneath the membrane, VacuSeal strengthens and secures the roof without adhesives or fasteners. Discover real-world applications showcasing its certified uplift performance of 195 psf, fast and simple installation, and compatibility with any Carlisle membrane - an ideal solution for re-roofing and retrofit projects.

In mid-2023, construction began on a 842,043 square-foot aircraft engine component warehouse in Oklahoma City. Coontz Roofing, a Carlisle Authorized Applicator, was chosen to install a roofing system that met strict windstorm and hail classifications. The assembly included Carlisle's 1.75-inch InsulBase Polyiso insulation, a VSH-rated cover board, and FleeceBACK TPO with Octaguard XT(tm) weathering technology for enhanced puncture resistance. Despite challenging winter conditions, Coontz Roofing installed up to 25,000 square feet of membrane daily, using heated spray rigs to maintain adhesive temperatures. The project was completed 45 days ahead of schedule, including a custom-color logo on the roof. Coontz Roofing's efficiency and quality ensured long-term protection for the facility.

In Gilroy, California, Floor & Decor's new roof required a durable, moisture-resistant solution. Using Carlisle's Sure-Weld 16' TPO membrane with RhinoBond induction technology, AAA Roofing completed the project efficiently, minimizing seaming and labor. The SecurShield Polyiso insulation layer further enhances energy efficiency, ensuring a resilient roof built to withstand California's climate.

The Parks at Walter Reed project in Washington, D.C. integrates advanced stormwater management through expansive green roofing and cistern-based irrigation systems to reduce runoff and protect local waterways. By combining environmental stewardship with urban utility, this development exemplifies sustainable design in dense, mixed-use urban settings.

The Lubbock County Law Enforcement Center in Texas is a 120,000-square-foot facility covering nearly an entire city block. When the time came to replace the 69,100-square-foot roof, it was crucial to install a FleeceBACK TPO roofing system that would perform well in the hot Texas climate and withstand the frequent hail and severe weather typical of the region.

This senior living community is part of the Presbyterian Senior Living (PSL) family, which has provided quality residential and care services for over 96 years. The roof on Grace Manor needed urgent replacement due to leaks and ice dam issues. TRS Roofing, Inc., a Carlisle Authorized Applicator, was tasked with the project. They installed a Carlisle RapidLock System with a 135-mil slate gray FleeceBACK PVC membrane and Contour Rib™ Profiles, covering over 29,000 square feet. Discover how TRS Roofing successfully tackled this complex roofing project, preserving the building's appearance while ensuring durable protection.

A grocery store in Corpus Christi, TX needed a roofing solution capable of withstanding 120-mph winds due to its coastal location. Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, a prominent commercial roofing Authorized Applicator, successfully installed a high-performance Carlisle Sure-Weld TPO roofing system, ensuring long-term durability in the hot Texas climate.

The Chambersburg Memorial YMCA, dedicated to youth development and community wellness, recently renovated a section of its facility with a state-of-the-art roofing system, partnering with Ream Roofing Associates to ensure environmental sustainability by recycling materials and implementing modern roofing technologies. Through collaborative efforts, the project not only enhanced the YMCA's infrastructure but also exemplified a commitment to both community welfare and environmental stewardship.

Wayfair, the e-commerce home decor giant, is venturing into physical retail with a new flagship store opening in Spring 2024 near Chicago. Housed in a renovated building, the store will span 152,000 square feet, offering interactive experiences across 19 departments. Preservation Roofing Services is handling the complex roof replacement, featuring PVC membrane and intricate tapered insulation to ensure proper drainage. Challenges include coordinating with other contractors and navigating the building's diverse features. Despite hurdles, the project showcases innovative roofing solutions and highlights Wayfair's commitment to providing a unique shopping experience in both the online and physical realms.

Nations Roof won the 2024 NRCA Gold Circle Award for Innovation. In conjunction with our industry partners, including Carlisle SynTec Systems, Rockwool, DensDeck, and Beacon, delivered a solution that not only keeps the water out of Lionsgate Studio in Yonkers, NY but also keeps out the noise from the nearby trains and street traffic. Just like every project we take on, we only settle for winning solutions. Our award-winning solution features InsulBase Polyiso, Insulfast Fasteners, 3" Insulation Plates, Low-VOC Bonding Adhesive, Flexible FAST Adhesive, and 80-mil Sure-Weld Extra TPO, showcasing the power of teamwork.

Enhancing metal roof retrofit efficiency, the RhinoBond system and Sure-Weld TPO membrane offer unmatched speed and simplicity. Radco Roofing's successful Daedalus Project showcases the induction-welding system's benefits-reducing waste, increasing productivity, and ensuring a watertight, high-performance solution. A testament to innovation in commercial roofing.

This case study explores how Mid-South Roof Systems was able to achieve and be awarded Carlisle's M1LEstone Award by installing 100 million square feet.

This case study explores the use of Carlisle's Medium Bronze Sure-Weld TPO 60-mil membrane on a 25,200 sq ft roof of the new building for Jackson Preparatory School in Jackson, MS.

This case study showcases how efficiently Carlisle's 16' Sure-Weld TPO was used on the wide-open 55,000 sq ft roof of a Hobby Lobby in Grand Prairie, TX.

This case study explores a difficult re-roofing project. For the new Teen Center, the roof area was only about 20,000 square feet, but it was highly challenging, as the entire roof was a barrel vault from ground-based eave to eave, with only two small areas of low- slope work on a dormer and a portico over the front door. Read on to learn how Front Range Roofing Systems is a true success story of the Carlisle Experience.

This case study explores Nova Place, a 100-million-dollar urban redevelopment of the former Allegheny Center Mall into an innovative technology campus in Pittsburgh's historic North Side. Learn how Carlisle SynTec Systems products made all the difference in this redevelopment project.

This case study explores the start to finish application of FleeceBACK KEE HP on the home of Major League Baseball's Texas Rangers. There were many challenges the KPost team faced when installing the new roof on the Globe Life Stadium, but the outcome was a homerun!

This case study explores a job with many layers - a complicated location, multiple roof levels, challenging access to the roof, staging of the roofing materials, coordinating with City Hall, and managing intense safety and administrative challenges.

The old adage, ‘good things come to those who wait,’ may not always be true, but for Quality Trusted Commercial Construction & Roofing (QT Commercial), of Brooklyn Park, Minn., it was certainly the case when it came to re-roofing the Winco Fireworks distribution center in Grandview, Missouri.

A case study that reviews how a FleeceBACK RapidLock application withstood Hurricane Fiona's path of destruction.

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A case study featuring a re-roof of the Raton Power Plant in Raton, NM. The existing EPDM membrane was recovered by Carlisle's Sure-Weld TPO and secured with a VacuSeal Vent Secured Roof System.

In early 2020, the Indiana State Fair Commission embarked upon a re-reroofing project for the 120,000 square foot Indiana Farmers Coliseum, selecting South Central Roofing, Inc., a Carlisle Authorized Applicator, for the installation using Carlisle's Sure-White EPDM membrane.

With its utilization of Carlisle’s NVELOP building envelope components from Carlisle SynTec Systems and Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, from the foundation all the way to the rooftop, this new SMECO facility will be able to achieve its goals in sustainability—providing an enhanced environment for its employees and improved services to its customers, all with the additional benefits of reduced operating costs, increased efficiency, and long-term facility performance.

This case study features a re-roof using Carlisle's 60-mil light gray Sure-Flex PVC membrane and SecurShield HD Polyiso Insulation installed by Legacy Roofing & Waterproofing on a building in the heart of San Francisco's 'Industrial City'.

This case study features Carlisle's FleeceBACK EPDM membrane installed on the Cincinnati Tecta America Zero Company Office roof in Ohio

This case study features Carlisle's Sure-Flex KEE HP membrane installed on the North Charleston Aquatic Center in North Charleston, SC.

A case study that reviews how several RapidLock projects in the derecho’s path withstood the storm’s most violent moments, including two schools in Marion, IA which withstood 130+ mph winds.

A case study that features Carlisle's FleeceBACK® RapidLock (RL™) TPO membrane on the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in Omaha, NE.

A case study that details the installation of Carlisle's 60-mil Sure-Flex PVC roofing system on the 58,000 square-foot Auerbach Center, the home of the Boston Celtics practice arena.

A case study on Huron High School in Ann Arbor, Michigan, featuring a FleeceBACK KEE HP Roofing System with Sure-Flex PVC Contour Ribs.

A case study that details the installation of Carlisle's FleeceBACK RapidLock (RL) EPDM roofing system on the 42,000 square-foot iQor Customer Service Call Center in Klamath Falls, Oregon.

A case study that outlines the use of Carlisle's Sure-Weld TPO with APEEL™ Protective Film on the roof of a YMCA in El Dorado, Kansas.

Case study outlines use of Carlisle EPDM adhered with CAV-GRIP III on Millersville Masonic Lodge 126 in Indianapolis, IN.

Article published in the May 2018 issue of Roofing Contractor magazine acknowledging RapidLock (RL) technology as a 2018 editor's choice award for innovation in commercial roofing.

A case study that details the installation of a 115-mil FleeceBACK EPDM roofing system on the 66,300 square-foot hyperbolic paraboloid roof of Clarkson University's Indoor Recreation Center in Potsdam, NY. The FleeceBACK EPDM membrane was fully adhered with FAST Adhesive.

A case study that details the installation of a 60-mil Sure-Weld TPO roofing system on the 44,300 square-foot Colorado State University Health & Medical Center in Fort Collins, CO. The 60-mil TPO membrane was fully adhered with TPO Bonding Adhesive.

Case study outlines use of Carlisle EPDM and PVC on hospital in Colorado

A case study that details the installation of a FleeceBACK KEE HP roofing system on the 55,000 square-foot Nauticus building in Norfolk, VA. The 115-mil FleeceBACK KEE HP membrane was fully adhered with FAST Adhesive.

Contractor, architect and owner agree that Carlisle's FleeceBACK TPO roof system is the ideal choice for replacing the failing roof atop this Albany, NY non-profit.

A case study that details the installation of a FleeceBACK TPO roofing system on the 224,000 square-foot Southeast High School in Witchita, KS. The 115-mil FleeceBACK TPO membrane was fully adhered with Flexible FAST Adhesive over two layers of 1.8"-thick polyiso and 1/2"-thick DensDeck cover board.

Severe hailstorms destroyed the rooftops at the Mineral Wells School District. Officials decided to re-roof the buildings with Carlisle's durable FleeceBACK TPO to prevent future destruction.

Willard City School District installs Carlisle's FleeceBACK KEE HP PVC FRS membrane with a Contour Rib Profile.

A case study that details the installation of a Sure-Flex PVC roofing system on the 146,000 square-foot West Springfield High School in West Springfield, MA. The 60-mil PVC membrane was installed using the RhinoBond membrane attachment system over two layers of 2 1/2"-thick polyiso and 1/4"-thick DensDeck cover board.

A case study from a challenging 390,000 square foot job in Chicago, IL. A mechanically fastened .080 white Sure-Flex™ PVC system was installed because of its long service life, superior resistance to punctures and tears, exceptional seam strength, and ease of installation in a variety of temperatures.

A case study that details the restoration of the historic Buckminster Fuller geodesic dome using Carlisle's 60-mil Sure-Weld TPO adhered over 1/2" SecurShield HD Polyiso insulation.

A case study that details two ballasted EPDM roofs in Maine that were installed more than 30 years ago and are still performing, exhibiting the strength, long-term durability, and sustainability of Sure-Seal EPDM.

This case study outlines use of a 90-mil, HotMopped FleeceBACK EPDM system.

Carlisle’s FleeceBACK KEE HP PVC Improves Wright City Middle School’s Roofing System.

A case study that details a new EPDM roof that replaced an existing PVC roof on the Aleppo Shriners Auditorium in Wilmington, MA. A black EPDM roof was selected as it is an excellent choice in cold, northern climates as it can reduce heating costs in addition to many other benefits.

Article published in the December 2014 issue of Roofing Contractor featuring Carlisle’s capital investments, including the PVC manufacturing line in Greenville, IL.

The West Park Elementary School Case Study displays the proven long-term performance of Carlisle’s Sure-Weld TPO roofing systems. Carlisle’s Sure-Weld TPO continues to elevate expectations with this 17 year old roof.

Case studies of TPO projects with over 15 years of installed performance.

The David L. Lawrence Convention Center South Terrace is a vegetative green roof with water-jet cut glass pavers, fully adhered FleeceBACK® PVC membrane, leak detection system, tapered polyiso insulation below membrane, and reverse tapered EPS insulation.

Descriptions of four healthcare facilities that feature Carlisle single-ply roofing systems. Projects include Rush University Hospital, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Jacob Health Care and Saint Mary's Hospital.

Carlisle's FleeceBACK Sure-White EPDM membrane was recently installed over SPF insulation on a project in Pennsylvania. This system offers superior durability and numerous other benefits compared to more commonly used acrylic coatings.

A case study from Grandville, MI, where a Roof$ense Report was used to help earn a LEED credit when it was proven that black EPDM was the most energy-efficient roof in this cool, Northern climate.

Staples, an EPA Green Power Partner, utilized a Carlisle EPDM roof system on its New York distribution facility to help lower its heating costs.

Carlisle's Sure-White EPDM roof system is installed on a new supermarket to help cut its cooling costs. The fully adhered roof system features two layers of polyiso insulation to further cut energy consumption.

Six project profiles outlining installations of Carlisle's Sure-Flex PVC roofing systems. Included are standard and KEE membrane installations.