CoatingsTalk takes to the roof!

By Dani Sheehan. 

You won’t want to miss this episode! Gain practical tips for more successful restoration projects as John Athanasion brings his wealth of expertise directly from the rooftop to your screen. 

Take a walk with Heidi J. Ellsworth and her guest John Athanasion from APOC on an active roof restoration project in this first of its kind episode of CoatingsTalk! Register now to join them in the field on July 10, 2024, at 8 a.m. PT/11 a.m. ET. John has over 20 years of expertise in the industry and shares tips and tricks to navigate the common problem areas on a commercial roof. 

As Heidi and John navigate the roof, they’ll cover a variety of topics to ensure your next project is both efficient and effective. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the areas they’ll tackle: 

• Safety: The moment they enter the staircase roof access, John will emphasize the importance of safety, from tips on adjusting your eyes to the bright white surface to avoiding slip-and-fall hazards and more. 
• Assessing the roof: They’ll discuss everything you need to know when preparing your roof for restoration. From examining the integrity of the surface to understanding how weather conditions affect the roof, learn about common problem areas to make sure the roof deck is secure. 
• Planning and preparation: Preparing to start the job is just as important as performing the job well. John will share his advice on how to properly gather information, finding access points for equipment and how to handle core samples.  
• Application techniques: With John’s tips on tool selection and materials, you’ll avoid common pitfalls when applying roof coatings. He’ll also cover other important details, like how to prep skylights, when and how to use reinforcement fabrics and seal pitch pans.  

Along the way, you’ll learn more about the details of the restoration project, finding out what factors prompted the restoration, the products used, unique considerations for this specific building and the greatest challenges.  

Don’t miss this special episode live from the roof! Register now and join Heidi and John in the field on July 10, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. PT, 11:00 a.m. ET.