Demo the Difference: SECUROCK vs. the Competition

We put SECUROCK head-to-head up against the competition in a 4-part “Demo the Difference” video series. In these side-by-side tests, we compared:

1.  Adhesive Absorption
2.  Cutting
3.  Itchiness
4.  ⅜” SECUROCK Gypsum-Fiber vs. Competitive ½” Glass Mat Roof Board

Watch below to see how our roof boards stack up to the competition!

Adhesive Absorption
First up in our series is a side-by-side adhesive test. This video demonstrates how SECUROCK Gypsum-Fiber will save you both time and money over competitive glass mat products. SECUROCK Gypsum-Fiber has a smooth surface with no glass fibers that will make it easier to roll and push the adhesive quickly across the panel, but ultimately uses less adhesive which will significantly decrease the installation cost. Glass mat products soak up adhesive and ultimately use more than is necessary to properly adhere to. Plus, if you use a glass mat product in adhered systems, you are relying on the bond of that mat to the core, which is why we recommend using products that don’t have a facer for adhered systems. Overall, a better quality system, lower installation cost, and easier to use.

Cutting

In this side-by-side cutting test, you’ll see how SECUROCK Gypsum-Fiber is easier to cut and will leave you with less debris over the competition.  Because it has no facer and is a homogeneous product, all you have to do is score it on one side and snap.

Itchiness

Next up in the “Demo the Difference” series, this video will show you how SECUROCK Roof Boards create less itch when handling.  Because SECUROCK Gypsum-Fiber and SECUROCK Cement Roof Board have no fiberglass in them, it is easy to see why people handling these products don’t have to worry about itchiness.  However, even our SECUROCK Glass-Mat has the same effect because of the high quality mat that we use. This high quality mat means there will be less fibers shedding while it is being moved around. Plus, the higher quality mat gives you a better mat-to-core bond, making it less likely to delaminate when cutting or on the roof than other competitive glass mat roof boards.

⅜” SECUROCK Gypsum Fiber vs. ½” Competitive Glass Mat Roof Board

Last but not least in our series, this video compares ⅜” SECUROCK Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board to a competitive ½” glass mat roof board in regards to weight per panel, compressive strength, flute span, perm rating and moisture rating. Employing advanced technology in delivering an exceptionally strong, sustainable roof board, SECUROCK Gypsum-Fiber roof boards exceed the competition and promises excellent performance in a variety of applications.  So, if you are using ½” glass mat products, chances are that you can use a ⅜” SECUROCK Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board instead and get better performance with a cost savings.

As a leader in the building materials industry for over 100 years, USG is proud to deliver a portfolio of high-quality and high-performing products that give roofing professionals a better choice in the roof board category. All of this adds up to a roof board portfolio that goes above and beyond to meet the needs of any application.

See more videos from SECUROCK Roofing including how-to’s and testimonials at http://www.youtube.com/usgcorporation. To learn more about SECUROCK Roof Boards, please visit http://www.usg.com/securock.