Continuous Roofing Innovation: 20 Years of Securock® Brand Roof Boards

_{This article was adapted for the USG Blog, originally appearing on Roofing Contractor.}

This year marks the 20^th anniversary of USG Securock® Brand Roof Boards, the most comprehensive roof cover board portfolio for any commercial roofing application.

For decades, USG has led the construction industry with a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, with hard-earned trust through a product portfolio designed to make contractors’ lives easier.

Building a History of Innovation

USG Securock® Brand Roof Boards have consistently pushed the industry forward by introducing new technologies and materials. With one of the largest roof cover board portfolios available, USG offers solutions tailored to maximize productivity for contractors, including:

• A facer-free gypsum board that allows adhesives to spread easily
• Assemblies that require fewer fasteners while maintaining wind-uplift ratings
• UltraLight technology that enhances ease of handling and installation

Over the past decade, lightweight technology has become a focus in product development to address quicker installations and less time spent on the roof, along with the physical toll that heavy roofing materials take on installers. USG responded with solutions that are easier to handle, faster to install, and more efficient overall.

Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed

USG’s “customer first” philosophy drives innovation. At the Corporate Innovation Center in Libertyville, IL, customers are invited to interface with our scientists and technical engineers. These interactions, combined with technical support in the field, provide firsthand insights into customer pain points and help shape real-world solutions.

The quality and performance of building materials are ultimately reflected on the manufacturer, but it’s often the contractor who bears the brunt of customer complaints. Poor-quality products can damage the reputation of the contractor and compromise results on the jobsite. When the stakes are this high, it’s essential to choose trusted, high-performing materials that deliver long-term value while forging lasting relationships for mutual success.

When contractors work with USG, they are partnering with a proven building and roofing materials manufacturer and getting a true partner in the process. From coordinating product delivery to hands-on technical support, USG representatives are on stand-by to ensure that every project is a success.

We’ve Got Innovation Covered

Since its launch in 2005, Securock® Brand has embodied USG’s commitment to customer-centric innovation. This high-performance portfolio has been tested and proven to deliver industry-leading protection and performance for your roof against fire, impact, or wind-uplift damage.

The broad portfolio of USG Securock® Brand Roof Boards offers several key advantages over competing roof cover board options:

Enhanced Durability

The composition of USG Securock® Brand Roof Boards provides exceptional durability and resistance to damage from severe weather, foot traffic, and impact. Their increased durability and high compressive strength effectively extend the lifespan of the roofing system and reduces the need for frequent repairs and maintenance.

Improved Resistance

USG Securock® Brand Roof Boards are designed to provide superior fire resistance, making them an ideal choice for buildings where fire safety is a top priority. The boards are manufactured with a non-combustible gypsum core that meets UL Class A fire resistance standards. Securock® Roof Boards also feature superior wind-uplift performance, offering one of the highest wind-uplift values in adhered FM assemblies.

Lightweight and Maneuverable

Compared to competing roof cover boards, USG’s UltraLight cover boards weigh up to 18% lighter, increasing productivity on the jobsite and streamlining installation so that projects can stay on schedule.

The USG Solution

No matter your vision or what application, you can count on USG Securock® Brand to have you covered. The range of USG Securock® Brand roofing solutions gives contractors innovative ways to meet stringent performance requirements while offering exceptional features and superior strength.

USG Securock® Brand Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board

Featuring exceptional bond and low surface absorption, USG Securock® Brand Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board boosts productivity during installation by using up to 25% fewer fasteners. And with its superior wind-uplift performance, this cover board has the compressive strength to stand up to even the most demanding applications.

USG Securock® Brand UltraLight Glass-Mat Roof Boards

Enhance the durability of the entire roofing system with USG Securock® Brand UltraLight Glass-Mat Roof Board and UltraLight Coated Glass-Mat Roof Board. These panels weigh up to 18% lighter* than competitive glass-mat roof boards to help lighten the load. The specially treated core of these panels work in conjunction with the high-performance glass-mat facer for unmatched mat-to-core tensile bond strength and to provide protection against fire, mold, and impact.

*Lightweight applies to 1/2" and 5/8" thickness only

USG Securock® Brand Cement Roof Board

As the lightest cement roof board in the industry, USG Securock® Brand Cement Roof Board is easy to handle, cut, and fasten. The panel’s cement-base also provides superior compressive strength, water durability, and mold resistance, ensuring that it will not rot, warp, delaminate, or disintegrate in the presence of water

With their combination of enhanced durability, improved fire and moisture resistance, and lightweight properties Securock® Brand Roof Boards provide a superior backbone for any roofing system—learn more at usg.com/roof-cover-board