IBHS Ranks Atlas Roofing Product No. 1 For Hail Resistance | StormMaster® Shake Shingles Outperform Competition
Atlas Roofing is excited to announce that its StormMaster® Shake shingles exceed leading competitor brands for hail impact. The performance rating is based on 2019 results from a new test standard for impact resistance developed by the
Severe weather can displace families, disrupting their lives and impacting finances. To prevent these avoidable issues, IBHS conducts top-tier scientific research, the results of which help manufacturers engineer better materials, ultimately saving both the insurance industry and homeowners significant time and money.
The IBHS impact-resistance rating factors in how well shingles hold up to specific damage caused by hail. Out of the 10 products tested, Atlas StormMaster® Shake shingles received a good rating for dents/ridges and an excellent rating for tears and granule loss. In addition, StormMaster® Shake is the only product to receive an excellent overall rating.
"We're thrilled that StormMaster® Shake outranked the competition," says
IBHS tests replicate real-world conditions on a variety of widely purchased shingles labeled as "impact resistant."
"Hail causes billions of dollars in property damage every year," explains
"Our research serves to empower manufacturers to develop better products."
Built-In Technology
Atlas StormMaster® Shake shingles with Core4™ are made with enhanced virgin polymers that help to create an extremely durable shingle.
Core4™ consists of these four features:
- PolyCore™ Technology – Made from advanced polymer materials.
- FlexCore™ Technology – Bends and resists breaking and cracking in the cold.
- WeatherCore™ Technology – Resists impact from hail and high winds.
- ThermalCore™ Technology – Maintains shingles' stability in severe weather conditions.
"We've been investing in and researching asphalt polymer technology for nearly 30 years," says
StormMaster® Shake shingles are UL 2218 Class 4 Impact rated and come with the highest wind warranty in the industry -- up to 150 mph (with six-nail application). They also feature the power of Scotchgard™ Protector, which prevents the ugly black streaks caused by algae. So StormMaster® Shake shingles not only protect a home from the elements, they preserve its curb appeal too.
To learn about IBHS, its research center and how it determines its hail impact ratings, visit IBHS.org. For more information about StormMaster® Shake shingles, visit AtlasRoofing.com.
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