Gaco Is Proud to Celebrate 30 Years of Silicone Roof Coatings
Considering the centuries-long history of roof coatings, silicone might seem like a small part of the timeline. However, silicone has made quite the splash in its short lifetime. With a long list of impactful economic and environmental benefits, silicone has quickly become one of the most popular roofing solutions. Gaco is proud to have provided countless building owners with high-quality silicone roof coatings for the past 30 years.
Gaco’s History
Gaco’s story began in the late 1930s when Ed Gates, a rubber salesman, experimented with liquid neoprene (rubber) coatings. He went on to found the Gates Company (where the trade name “Gaco” is derived from) and manufacture coatings for various uses, including industrial corrosion protection. While Gaco has traded hands a few times since then, one thing remains the same: an enthusiasm for innovation.
“At Gaco, we constantly look for ways to improve and grow to provide our customers and partners with the best roofing and waterproofing products possible. That’s why Gaco didn’t stop with just liquid rubber,” said Jason Loftus, Director, GacoFlex. “Over the years, Gaco has added many new, innovative products to create our comprehensive portfolio of coatings solutions. In 1992, we were proud to be one of the first few manufacturers to incorporate silicone into our offering.”
In June 2022, Gaco’s parent company, Firestone Building Products, announced a rebrand, becoming the new Building Envelope Division of Holcim, a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. The decision to adopt the Holcim name and brand identity will only strengthen Gaco’s longstanding commitment to providing top-tier waterproofing and spray foam insulation for its customers.