2022
Extending the Life of Aged Roofing Shingles - An Expanded Market for SoyBased Dust Control
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Contributor/Checkoff:
North Dakota Soybean Council
Category:
Industrial
Keywords:
Industrial Uses
Parent Project:
This is the first year of this project.
Lead Principal Investigator:
Jim Bahr, North Dakota State University
Co-Principal Investigators:
Project Code:
QSSB
Contributing Organization (Checkoff):
North Dakota Soybean Council
$68,608
Institution Funded:
North Dakota State University
$68,608
Brief Project Summary:

The soy-based dust suppressant developed at North Dakota State University was able to soften and rejuvenate aged asphalt. Recent trials have shown that a modified version can soften aged asphalt shingles to extend their lifespan. The goal of this research is to modify the existing formula and test on aged shingles. After months of exposure, the shingles will be tested to gauge the efficacy of the various treatments. The use of bio-based roof extenders has been going on for 15-20 years and applied through licensed contractors. Positive research results will enable the roof rejuvenator product to contractors and retail outlets at a lower cost.

Key Benefactors:
farmers, contractors

Information And Results
Project Deliverables

o Midterm and final reports
o Test results and marketing plan. The exact formula will be kept as a trade secret

Final Project Results

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The United Soybean Research Retention policy will display final reports with the project once completed but working files will be purged after three years. And financial information after seven years. All pertinent information is in the final report or if you want more information, please contact the project lead at your state soybean organization or principal investigator listed on the project.