November News: 2026 Cold Weather Guides + New Elevate Site


Key Winter Updates & Industry News


Many teams across the Carolinas and Virginia are preparing for winter project cycles, year-end planning, and a cold weather outlook that can quickly change site conditions.

Elevate released its 2026 Cold Weather Bulletin, offering timely reminders for winter installation best practices—insights we know many of you rely on as seasonal conditions shift across the region.

GenFlex is also supporting contractors with its updated 2025–2026 Cold Weather Application Guidelines, designed to help crews maintain adhesion performance, manage cure times, and keep winter work moving safely and efficiently.

Elevate launched its new site, ElevateCommercialBP.com, offering a clearer, more streamlined online home for its full portfolio of commercial roofing solutions.

As always, ACS is here to support your teams as you plan for the months ahead.


THE LATEST:

Elevate Has a

New Online Home!

The former HolcimElevate.com is now ElevateCommercialBP.com — representing Elevate Commercial Building Products and the full portfolio of roofing, wall, and lining solutions.


2026 Cold Weather Application Guidelines

Elevate recommends cold weather application procedures be used when ambient and substrate conditions fall below 40 °F (4 °C). Refer to applicable Technical Information Sheets (TIS) for recommendations.

Wind Uplift Pressure Generator

Simplify your next design with the Elevate™ Wind Calculator to quickly determine the right roofing system for your project’s wind uplift requirements.

Now Available: 2026 GenFlex™ Cold Weather Application Guidelines

Cold weather can create real challenges on the roof, especially when it comes to adhesives, primers, and installation sequencing. GenFlex has released its updated 2025–2026 Cold Weather Application Guide, giving contractors a clear, practical resource to keep projects moving safely and efficiently through the winter months.


INTRODUCING GIGA VAULT

Explore the newest addition to the RPH VAULT standard lineup — the GIGA VAULT, designed to meet today’s growing project demands for larger or higher-volume mechanical and electrical pathways.

This new size offers expanded capacity without the need for customization, making it ideal for complex applications requiring multiple penetrations in a single engineered unit.

Key Highlights:

  • Expanded Capacity: The next standard size in the VAULT® series for high-density penetrations
  • Optimized Versatility: Supports multiple pathways in one unit to simplify roof layout and reduce congestion
  • Engineered for Efficiency: Fits a standard 48x40 pallet, stackable two high for easy transport and storage
  • Optional Access Panel: Enhances installation efficiency and allows future access for maintenance or expansion

Important Notes:

  • Orders Now Open: Available for order immediately
  • Lead Time: 8–10 weeks until January 5
  • In Stock January 5: The GIGA VAULT becomes a standard stocked item — ready to ship with no lead time

UPCOMING EVENTS

RPH AIA WEBINAR

December 10, 2025

How Roof & Wall Penetrations Are Affected by ICC 500-2020 and IECC 2018/2021

IRE ROOFING & EXTERIORS EVENT IN LAS VEGAS

January 20-22, 2026

Las Vegas, NV

2026 MASTER CONTRACTORS

February 10-13, 2026


ACS COMMUNITY

Check out the latest from ACS reps with trainings, award presentations, and more!

Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, or Instagram for the latest trainings and information.

Interested in a training? Contact your local ACS rep today!

Clint Wyckoff, along with Ken McKinney with Elevate, presented Baker Roofing Company with their Master Contractor and Platinum Council awards.

Baker Roofing is a perennial Master Contractor award winner and has been a licensed Elevate applicator for over 40 years!


This week, Jae Evitts conducted AIA training sessions in Virginia Beach and Norfolk. Find your rep below to schedule training for your organization. ↓


ABOUT ATLANTIC CONSTRUCTION SALES

Since 1991, Atlantic Construction Sales (ACS) has grown to be one of the premier representatives of exterior commercial building products in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Our representation of leading manufacturers of commercial building envelope systems includes Holcim Solutions and Products US: Elevate™ and Elevate™ Metal Products, GenFlex™​​​​​​​, USG™ (NC & SC only), Alleguard™, and Aspire Pavers™ by Brava.

In our alliance with these outstanding manufacturers of commercial exterior construction products and systems, we provide comprehensive technical solutions and design options for architects and design firms, professional roofing contractors, general contractors, and building owners. Our representation has involved them in a variety of commercial projects, ranging from the simplest to the most complex.

Our success is due to our solution-driven, resourceful, and responsive team, comprehensive technical knowledge, understanding of proper application processes, and our unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service.

FIND YOUR LOCAL ACS REP

Throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia, our reps are dedicated market development specialists, collaborating with architects, designers, contractors, and building owners to provide comprehensive solutions for roofing projects of all sizes.

John Dobbs, Technical Services— NC, SC, VA 615-618-2379

Clint Wyckoff, Eastern North Carolina 919-820-9375

Gib Marsh, Central North Carolina 336-402-6633

Pat Mulligan, Greater Charlotte & Asheville (704) 219-4405

Bryan Buckner, South Carolina 843-940-3839

Jae Evitts, Richmond/Western Virginia/Tidewater 804-971-7191

Tiffany Schmidt, Pricing Specialist (843) 628-8222

Customer Service, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia (434) 528-9156


BRANDS WE PROUDLY REPRESENT

ELEVATE | GENFLEX | USG | ALLEGUARD | ASPIRE

7331 Timberlake Road, Suite 101, Lynchburg, VA 24502


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