Shurtape Technologies HVAC Tapes Surpass LEED(R) Credit Targets from U.S. Green Building...

Shurtape Technologies HVAC Tapes Surpass LEED(R) Credit Targets from U.S.
Green Building Council

HICKORY, N.C., July 22 /PRNewswire/ -- Based on testing at independent
labs, seven HVAC tapes manufactured by Shurtape Technologies have been
qualified for and contribute to green building credits issued by the U.S.
Green Building Council (USGBC) based on requirements for the association's
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED(R)) program. Shurtape is
the first HVAC tape producer to demonstrate this capability.
Many municipal, state, and national building codes now require
environmentally-friendly building materials that qualify for "green" credits.
Products that are eligible for LEED credits are routinely specified by
mechanical engineers in construction plans, in order to reduce harmful air
pollutants such as volatile organic compounds (VOC), cut energy usage, and
save water.
Shurtape's manufacturing process, which is the reason the HVAC tapes are
credit-eligible, predominately uses water-based adhesives that do not emit
VOCs. When specifications require the use of solvent-based adhesives, the
company's manufacturing process recaptures and destroys air-borne toxins
through regenerative thermal oxidization (RTO), greatly reducing emissions.
"Since we began manufacturing tape in 1955, we have had a commitment to
reducing the impact of our processes and products on the environment," said
Stephen Shuford, Shurtape's Executive Vice President. "From the installation
of our first solvent-recovery system in 1967, to the completion of our two
newest plants, we have consistently invested in a greener tomorrow. Our
contribution for LEED credits is important for us and our customers, who will
benefit from the credits, as well as from affiliation with suppliers who
demonstrate environmental stewardship."
Shurtape's portfolio of HVAC tapes that contribute to LEED credits
include: -- AF 100 Aluminum Foil Tape - UL181A-P/B-FX
-- AF 973 Aluminum Foil Tape
-- AF 982 FSK Tape
-- DC 181 Flex Film Duct Tape - UL181B-FX
-- PC 857 HVAC Professional Grade Duct Tape - UL181B-FX
-- PC 609 Industrial Grade Cloth Duct Tape
-- LS 300 Line Set Tape - UV Resistant

When these HVAC tapes are combined with other reduced-VOC adhesives and
sealants used throughout a building, that building is eligible to receive
credit toward LEED certification. In commercial buildings the credit is one
point; in residential construction, the credit is one-half point. Final
credits are awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council upon project
evaluation.
LEED promotes a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognizing
performance in five key areas: sustainable site development, water savings,
energy efficiency, materials selection and indoor environmental quality.
Points are awarded for specific practices in each area and are verified by an
independent third party. Depending on the number of points earned, a building
is awarded a certified, silver, gold or platinum ranking.
The U.S. Green Building Council is a 501(c)(3) non profit composed of
leaders from every sector of the building industry working to promote
buildings and communities that are environmentally responsible, profitable and
healthy places to live and work.
Shurtape Technologies LLC, headquartered in Hickory, North Carolina,
produces 700 million square yards of tape annually - enough to wrap a two-inch
strip around the world more than 280 times. With facilities in the United
States, Canada, Germany, Mexico, Peru, United Arab Emirates and China,
Shurtape is a designer, developer and manufacturer of pressure sensitive tape
and tape products. The company services numerous markets including
industrial, packaging, HVAC, professional paint, auto, marine, aerospace, arts
and entertainment, and retail. www.shurtape.com
SOURCE Shurtape Technologies

Lee Carter, Media Relations, Shurtape Technologies, +1-704-916-6134,
lcarter@mower.com