Cericade™ Roof Protection

UL 2218 is a test standard developed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL), which is used to evaluate the impact resistance of roofing materials, specifically asphalt shingles.

The test involves dropping a steel ball from a height of up to 20 feet onto the roofing material, simulating the impact of hailstones. Hailstorms can cause significant damage to roofs, including cracking, puncturing, or fracturing of roofing materials. This can lead to leaks, water damage, and even structural damage to the home.

The material is then rated based on a classification system that ranges from Class 1 to Class 4, with Class 4 being the most resistant to impact.

As shown in the video above, the steel ball’s impact on the roofing material on the left (which is a standard roofing shingle) causes granules to severely loosen. Notice the cloud of granules that appear after the steel ball impacts the shingle. Those granules are no longer adhered to the shingle and will immediately be blown off by wind or washed off by rain. Whereas the ball’s impact on the roofing material on the right (which has been fortified with Cericade) results in absolutely no granule loss.

Having shingles on a home that exceeds a Class 4 Rating for impact resistance can provide several benefits to the homeowner, including:

Highest possible protection level – A Class 4 rating is the highest level for impact resistance and proves that the shingle can withstand severe hailstorms with large hailstones. This will help protect the roof from severe damage and reduce the risk of leaks and other water-related issues. Potential insurance savings – If hail does not cause damage to the roof, filing a claim with the insurance carrier is not necessary, thereby minimizing the potential of insurance premiums being increased.

Increased resale value – Having shingles that exceed Class 4 Rating installed on a home can increase its resale value, as it provides an added layer of protection and peace of mind to potential buyers.

Overall, the UL 2218 test provides an important measure of the impact resistance of roofing materials and helps to ensure that the roofing materials are durable and can withstand hailstorms and other severe weather conditions, which can help to prevent damage to the home and potentially save homeowners money in repairs and insurance premiums.

The ASTM D 3161 is a test standard developed by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) that measures the resistance of asphalt shingles to wind uplift forces.

The test involves subjecting a sample of shingles to a controlled wind environment, simulating different wind speeds, to measure their ability to resist wind uplift and prevent them from becoming dislodged from the roof.

As seen in the video, the standard roof shingles on the top were not able to withstand the uplift forces from Category 4 Level windspeeds of 150 MPH and became dislodged at 160 MPH (Category 5 Level).

In contrast, the roof shingles on the bottom (with the Cericade Fortification System) did not experience any damage, even when subjected to Category 5 Level windspeeds greater than 160 MPH for 60 minutes.

The test involves applying a controlled amount of force to the surface of the roof shingle to which the granules are adhered. The force is applied using a brush with bristles. The adhesion is assessed by weighing the amount of granules that are displaced and become loose as a result of the abrasion test.

In the video above, the Cericade Roof Fortification System outperforms the new shingle. Despite the age of the 20 and 48 year old shingles fortified with Cericade, they dramatically outperformed the new shingles and had significantly less granule loss.

Granules detaching leads to a number of roof problems that can be costly to repair. Granules protect underlying roofing material from the elements. If the granules detach, this exposes the underlying materials, which can cause the roof to have a much shorter lifespan.

To further prove the effectiveness of the Cericade Roof Fortification System, we conducted a test where we shot 2” ice balls out of a cannon at 70 MPH at Cericade Fortified Shingles and regular shingles.

The results speak for themselves. As you can see from the video and the picture below, the Cericade Fortified Shingles sustained absolutely no damage.

Cericade Roof Fortification System has met the performance requirements of Class A Burning Brand, Class A Spread of Flame and Class A Intermittent Flame test per ASTM E 108-20a when tested and evaluated to the requirements outlined in ASTM E 108-20a- UL 790.

The Class A fire rating test is a standard test used to evaluate the fire resistance of roofing materials. The Class A fire rating is the highest level of fire resistance rating that a roofing material can receive. The test involves subjecting the roofing material to a controlled fire to evaluate its ability to resist flames, burning embers, and heat transfer. The test measures various parameters, such as flame spread, smoke generation, and the ability of the material to resist ignition and self-extinguish.

The Class A fire rating test is typically conducted according to standards set by organizations such as ASTM International, Underwriters Laboratories (UL), and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

A roofing material with a Class A fire rating can provide an additional layer of protection for the home, as it demonstrates the highest level of resistance to fire and indicates that it is less likely to catch fire or contribute to the spread of flames, potentially saving the home from serious damage or destruction.