The Changing World of Underlayments 
The underlayment systems play a vital role in today’s roof designs for long-term performance. The challenges of selecting the right materials, application techniques and performance criteria can be challenging to the roofing professional. Our Spring Seminar will provide an in-depth look at the two styles of underlayments that might be used in both low and steep slope roof designs. The presenters will spend time discussing organic, and synthetic based underlayments. This seminar will touch upon the product designs, product approvals and code language that address how to select and properly use these various underlayment products in roof system applications. Industry experts will be presenting! 
Organic Underlayment: Doug Thagard / Fontana Paper Mills
Synthetic Underlayment: Mark Strait / Synthetic Roof Underlayment Institute 
When underlayments are installed as part of a roof system, they may have special requirements for how they are designed, selected and installed to meet the anticipated roof performance. In order to better understand the relationship of the components, we will cover the various styles of roof applications that will help inform the audience of best practices from the various industry associations. 
Low Slope Underlayment Applications:  Mike Ennis / SPRI
Steep Slope Underlayment Applications:
                 Asphalt Shingles: John Kouba / Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association
                 Cedar Shingles:    Tony Bonura / Cedar Shake and Shingle Bureau
                 Metal Roofing:      Scott Kriner / Metal Construction Association
                 Tile Roofing:         Annette Sindar / Tile Roofing Institute 
If you have any questions – contact Joan Cook, Executive Director: 330-671-4569