Kemper in the News

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2020

November, 2021 - New Management at Kemper System
Kemper System has promoted Christian Schaefer as Managing Director/President. He will be responsible for operations across Northern America. This change is effective as of November 1, 2021.

October, 2020 - Kemper expands Modified Bitumen Product line
Kemper System continues to offer the most options of cold liquid-applied, fully reinforced waterproofing and roofing membranes in the industry. And now to compliment our liquid membranes, we are introducing a full range of SBS membranes in addition to the currently offered APP products. View our full product line details here.

September, 2020 - "Kemper System Weekly eNews Flash" Launches
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June, 2020 - New Technical Binder Available!
Our new Technical Binder is now available for viewing / download on our website! Check out the Technical Binder for the most up to date product information, application procedures and more! Click here to view the new Technical Binder.

May, 2020 - Join our Team
Great News! We are growing even as we practice safe social distancing and healthy measures for all of our team members during these unprecedented times. Check out our Careers page to see if one of our open positions is the perfect fit for you.  Our team and family is very excited to grow and bring new knowledge and expertise!

April, 2020 - COVID-19 Update
We continue to stay OPEN!  You will continue to receive the highest level of support!  Our 360° Customer Support Department is ready to assist you with orders, product questions and application questions. We are providing jobsite technical support via our real-time digital tool called TeleLOOK.  Our Field Technicians are standing by to remotely survey your jobsite using this quick and easy tool.  For general inquiries, call 800-541-5455 or email inquiry@kempersystem.com .  All orders and questions regarding orders should be directed to orders@kempersystem.com .

March, 2020 - City Skyline announced 2019 Contractor of the Year
City Skyline Inc. (Wallington, NJ) was named “Contractor of the Year” for 2019 by Kemper System America, Inc. for outstanding performance in installing Kemper System's high-quality liquid-applied waterproofing systems.

March, 2020 - The Albany Egg announced 2019 Project of the Year
The Egg, the performing arts center in Albany’s historic Empire State Plaza, was named “Project of the Year” by Kemper System America, Inc. for a challenging roof restoration and installation of a new ‘Cool Roof’ last year. Read the press release here.

March, 2020 - COVID-19 Update
Kemper System America and Kemper System Canada remain open for business and are considered "Essential Business" as the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continuously changes the landscape.  Our Kemper System team members are fully operational and ready to support you.  Our 360°Customer Support Department can be reached at 800-541-5455 or inquiry@kempersystem.com .  All orders and questions regarding orders should be directed to orders@kempersystem.com .

March, 2020 - IIBEC 2020 Tradeshow Postponed
The 2020 IIBEC International Convention & Trade Show in Houston, TX scheduled for late March has been postponed due to the current global health situation. We look forward to the rescheduled dates and we will provide an update once available.

March, 2020 - NYREJ Press Release
: Kemper System demonstrates new flashing for roof repairs
New York Real Estate Journal releases coverage post-IRE 2020 about the newest product, Kemperol® 1K-LF Flashing.  Read more by clicking here.

February, 2020 - Younger Announced as South Atlantic Regional Manager
Kemper System America, Inc. announced valued team member Jeff Younger as their new South Atlantic Regional Manager.  Jeff Younger joined the Kemper System team in 2013 and brought more than 30 years of experience in the commercial roofing and waterproofing industry with him. Younger continues to expontentially grow the regional market with excellent support for all facets of the business.

February, 2020 – IRE 2020 Tradeshow
Kemper System America, Inc. demonstrated the versatile new Kemperol® 1K-LF Flashing, designed for quick, durable roof repairs, every 60 minutes at booth #423 at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) February 4-6 in Dallas, TX.

2019

November, 2019 - New KEMPEROL® Flashing Makes Durable Repairs Easy
Kemper System America, Inc. introduces Kemperol® 1K-LF Flashing, designed for quick, durable roof repairs. Unlike most other roof repair products, it is a solvent-free, low-odor system that adheres to most substrates without a primer, and is fully reinforced for more durable waterproofing protection. This single-component flashing and repair silane-based waterproofing product is humidity friendly and resealable after one use. 

July, 2019 - Launch of New Series of Color Liquid-Applied Roofing Membranes
Kemper System America, Inc. launches the Kemperol® 2K-FR color series for commercial and low-slope roof designers who want the long-term protection of a cold liquid-applied, fully-reinforced membrane system but need an alternative to a white roof. The new color series is an odor-free polyurethane (PUR) resin membrane system that is tinted throughout and color-formulated to resist fading.

May, 2019 – ABAA 2019
Kemper System America, Inc. showcases a Class A fire-rated air barrier, Wall Guardian® FW-100A, which combines performance and value in a liquid-applied fibered acrylic formulation at the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) 2019 trade show in Norfolk, VA, March 26-27.

March, 2019 – RCI 2019
Architects and other commercial roof specifiers can protect and accent flat and low-slope roofs with a new Kemperol® cold liquid-applied membrane roofing and waterproofing system which Kemper System America, Inc. will highlight at RCI 2019 in Orlando, Florida, March 16-17, booth #601.

March, 2019 – New 'Director of Sales' Announcement
Kemper System America, Inc. announces the promotion of Joseph Hoekzema and Brian McGuire to Directors of Sales with joint responsibility for the company’s liquid-applied roofing and waterproofing products.

February, 2019 – IRE 2019
Architects and other commercial roof specifiers can protect and accent flat and low-slope roofs with a new Kemperol® cold liquid-applied membrane roofing system from Kemper System America, Inc., to be introduced at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee, February 11-13, booth #615.

2018

Aug, 2018 - Welcome Mr. Andreas H. Wiggenhagen, President of Kemper System America, Inc.!
Andreas H. Wiggenhagen takes the helm at Kemper System America, Inc. as President, overseeing operations across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. He is based at the company’s headquarters in West Seneca, N.Y., and retains his role as co-director of the global Kemper System Group.

May 3rd, 2018 – ABAA 2018 
A Class A fire-rated air barrier which combines performance and value in a liquid-applied fibered acrylic formulation will be featured by Kemper System America, Inc. at the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) 2018 trade show in Salt Lake City, UT, May 8-9.

Feb 20th, 2018 – RCI 2018 
One of the most-cost effective solutions for protecting building envelopes from weather, moisture and air infiltration – the liquid-applied Wall Guardian® FW-100A fibered-acrylic air barrier -- will be demonstrated by Kemper System America, Inc. at RCI 2018 in Houston, March 22-27.

Jan, 2018 - IRE 2018
Kemper System America, Inc. will demonstrate how to apply one of its new liquid-applied Cool Roof systems -- from the roof deck up -- at IRE 2018 in New Orleans in On-Floor Seminars Feb. 6-7 at 2:15 p.m. (booth #2829), and several times a day Feb. 6-8 at Kemper System booth #425.

Jan 3rd, 2018 – NYC New Office Hires 
Kemper System America, Inc. added new members to its NY metro area team to bolster service in New York City, the epicenter of the company’s success in architectural water and weatherproofing solutions in the U.S. Jae Horbacz was named Architectural Representative; Jeremy Naves, Contractor Representative.

2017

Dec 11th, 2017 – Building Envelope Symposium 
The first New York Building Envelope Symposium sponsored by Kemper System America, Inc. drew about 50 top consultants and specifiers to a one-day educational forum at the 101 Club on Park Avenue in New York, Nov.16.

Nov 29th, 2017 – Construction Sealants Family
Kemper System America, Inc. now offers a family of commercial-grade construction sealants to address a variety of applications for the Building Envelope. The family spans Kempertec® Joint Sealant and three proven GreatSeal® brands from STS Coatings, acquired by Kemper System in 2016.

Nov 16th, 2017 – GreatSeal PE-150 
Kemper System America, Inc. now offers GreatSeal® PE-150, a high-performance, single-component, multi-purpose joint sealant designed for long-lasting weathertight seals. It is ideal for sealing joints in roofing, walls and masonry, as well as gaps around penetrations, flashings, windows and doors.

Oct 23rd, 2017 – Construction Canada 2017
Kemper System Canada, Inc. will feature Wall Guardian® FW-100A, one of the most cost-effective liquid-applied air barriers available, as well as an expanded family of construction sealants, including GreatSeal® PE-150, at Construct Canada, Nov. 29 to Dec. 1 in Toronto, booth #1101.

Oct 12th, 2017 – ABX 2017
Kemper System America, Inc. will feature Wall Guardian® FW-100A, one of the most cost-effective liquid-applied air barriers available, and new cost-effective Roof Guardian® options for liquid-applied Cool Roofs, roof recovery and other projects at ABX 2017, Nov. 8-10 in Boston.

Aug 21st, 2017 – Roof Guardian RG-170/180
Kemper System America, Inc. now features Roof Guardian® RG-170 and Roof Guardian® RG-180, two cost-effective, reflective ‘Cool Roof’ solutions for prolonging the life of metal roofs, built-up roofing (BUR), modified bitumen, and aged single-ply roof systems.