Siplast, a Standard Industries company, has opened a state-of-the-art research and educational facility in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, this year. The company’s RISE Center—Research, Innovate, Support, and Evolve—specializes in testing its premium roofing and waterproofing products under simulated storm conditions.
The 12,500-square-foot facility features best-in-class capabilities and equipment, including an advanced wind pressure testing unit with a 10,000-lb. hoist and a 2”/4” high-velocity hail cannon. Chemistry, physics, and engineering professionals work together to advance roofing, waterproofing, and building enclosure products and systems.
“This state-of-the-art facility enables Siplast to accelerate product development, instill confidence among contractors, architects, specifiers, and building owners, and reaffirm our commitment to innovation and delivering exceptional products at every stage,” said Kirk Goodrum, Vice President and General Manager of Siplast. “Siplast has built its reputation as the developer of SBS-modified bitumen for roofing and waterproofing. In that spirit, research and innovation are still at the heart of everything we do, from product development to advancements in application methods.”
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In addition to testing, the RISE Center represents a world-class research and education facility. Visitors receive more than just a plant tour; they get hands-on experience with Siplast products. Participants are immersed in accredited technical presentations and interact with subject matter experts and scientists at the forefront of roofing, waterproofing, and building enclosure technology. With tactile training and live demonstrations, Siplast provides educational opportunities in roofing science and valuable knowledge of the company’s systems.
The facility represents Siplast’s continued dedication to advancements in the roofing, waterproofing, and building enclosure industry, setting industry standards for the future of building design and construction. To learn more about Siplast and the brand’s high-performance product lines, visit www.siplast.com.
About Siplast
For more than half a century, Siplast, a Standard Industries company, has developed and manufactured sophisticated and highly engineered roofing and waterproofing systems, including modified bitumen membranes, liquid-applied systems, high-performance single-ply membranes, and lightweight insulating concrete, to protect critical facilities for building owners.
Committed to partnering with customers every step of the way, Siplast is strategically expanding its product line to include the entire building envelope, from air and water barriers for walls to pedestrian and vehicular traffic coatings. Learn more about Siplast’s expanded suite of solutions at siplast.com.
Siplast, a leader in roofing and waterproofing solutions, has unveiled its state-of-the-art RISE Center (Research, Innovate, Support, Evolve) in Arkadelphia, Arkansas.
This 12,500-square-foot facility sets a new benchmark in the industry by simulating real-world storm conditions to test and refine Siplast’s high-performance products. Featuring advanced technology like a high-velocity hail cannon and wind pressure testing unit, the RISE Center empowers Siplast to accelerate innovation and elevate industry standards.
More than a testing site, the RISE Center is also a hub for education and collaboration, offering hands-on training, accredited presentations, and interaction with top scientists and engineers. The facility reflects Siplast’s ongoing commitment to advancing roofing, waterproofing, and building enclosure solutions.
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