Abstract: This invention relates to a thin reinforced nonwoven fabric having ridges and grooves for fire blocking an article and articles containing such fabrics. When exposed to heat or flame, the fabric is capable of increasing to a thickness that is at least 1.5 times its original thickness. The fabric comprises an open mesh scrim having a having crimped, heat-resistant organic fibers compressed thereon and held in a compressed state by a thermoplastic binder, on which is imparted a ridge and groove structure. When subjected to high heat or flame, the binder in the structure softens, releasing the restrained crimped fibers and any ridges and grooves and allowing the thickness of the fabric to increase.

Abstract: Composite material (10) comprises a substrate (1) and a chemically, mechanically, physically, catalytically and/or optically functional titanium oxide layer (2), applied on at least one side thereof. A titanium oxide layer (2) is deposited on the substrate (1) as a base layer (3), made from TiOx with an oxygen content of 0.7?x<2, or made from TiOx(OH)y with an oxygen content of 0.5?x<2 and a hydroxide content of 0?y<0.7 and an upper layer (4) of amorphous and/or crystalline TiO2 applied to said base layer (3). In a first method variation, firstly a base layer (3) of TiOx with an oxygen content of 0.7?×<2 is reactively or non-reactively deposited, then, through an increase in the oxygen content, the process pressure, the capacity and/or the substrate temperature, an upper layer (4) of amorphous and/or crystalline TiO2 is deposited. In a second method variation, firstly a base layer (3) of TiOx with an oxygen content of 0.

Abstract: This invention relates to a thin reinforced nonwoven fabric for fire blocking an article, articles containing such fabrics, and methods for making the fabrics and fire blocking the articles. When exposed to heat or flame, the fabric is capable of increasing its thickness by at least three times. The fabric comprises an open mesh scrim having a having crimped, heat-resistant organic fibers compressed thereon and held in a compressed state by a thermoplastic binder. When subjected to high heat or flame, the binder in the structure softens and flows, releasing the restrained crimped fibers and allowing the thickness of the fabric to increase dramatically.

Abstract: A mattress, foundation, or other upholstered sleep product or article includes a core and barrier material surrounding the core. The barrier material includes flame and heat-resistant material that is configured to prevent combustion of the core when the upholstered article is impinged with a gas flame according to California Technical Bulletin 603 of the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs. The barrier material may include an intumescent material that is configured to swell and char in the presence of a flame so as to form a barrier to the flame and to heat generated by the flame.

Abstract: This invention relates to a thin reinforced nonwoven fabric comprising a liquid impervious polymeric layer, a compressed web of crimped fiber, a binder, and a reinforcing scrim. The fabric bulks when exposed to heat or flame and is useful as a component for fire blocking mattresses, upholstery, and the like.

Abstract: A resin-impregnated substrate having a high heat resistance at a high temperature under soldering conditions and a small linear expansion rate is provided. The resin-impregnated substrate can be obtained by a method comprising the steps of immersing a sheet comprising an aromatic liquid-crystalline polyester fiber in an aromatic liquid-crystalline polyester solution containing an aprotonic solvent and a liquid-crystalline polyester comprising 10 to 35% by mol, with respect to the total repeating units of the polyester, of at least one repeating unit selected from the group consisting of a repeating unit derived from an aromatic diamine and a repeating unit derived from an aromatic amine with a phenolic hydroxyl group; and removing the solvent.

Abstract: A resin-impregnated substrate is obtained by a method comprising the steps of immersing a sheet comprising an aromatic liquid crystalline polyester fiber in an aromatic liquid crystalline polyester solution containing 100 parts by weight of a solvent and 0.5 to 100 parts by weight of an aromatic liquid crystalline polyester and removing the solvent, the solvent containing on a weight basis with respect to the solvent 30% or more of a phenol compound. The resin-impregnated substrate has a high heat resistance in soldering conditions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fire-resistant panel having superior fire resistant properties and a low dimensional variation ratio, and a fire-resistant decorative panel using the same. In detail, the present invention provides a fire-resistant panel comprising a) a substrate of inorganic-fiber-based fabric or non-fabric, or paper; and b) a resin blend containing i) a thermosetting resin selected from a group consisting of phenol resin, phenol modified resin, phenol-urea modified resin, melamine resin, melamine modified resin, melamine-urea resin, urea resin, and urea modified resin; and ii) loess, which is impregnated or coated to the substrate of a), and a fire-resistant decorative panel using the same as a substrate material.

Abstract: This invention relates to a blend of fibers for use in protective clothing, a lightweight fabric made from such blend, protective articles made from the blend or fabric, and methods for making the fabric. The protective fabrics and articles of this invention have the unique combination of being comfortable, being highly effective against electrical arcs and flash fire hazards and having a pleasing appearance. Specifically, these fabrics can be processed to give the look and feel similar to conventional clothing fabrics such as denim fabrics.

Abstract: A mattress, foundation, or other upholstered sleep product or article includes a core and barrier material surrounding the core. The barrier material includes flame and heat-resistant material that is configured to prevent combustion of the core when the upholstered article is impinged with a gas flame according to California Technical Bulletin 603 of the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs. The barrier material may include an intumescent material that is configured to swell and char in the presence of a flame so as to form a barrier to the flame and to heat generated by the flame.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coated article having enhanced reversible thermal properties. The coated article comprises a substrate having a surface and a coating covering a portion of the surface and comprising a polymeric material and a temperature regulating material dispersed in the polymeric material. The coating is formed with a plurality of regions of discontinuity that are separated from one another and expose a remaining portion of the surface to provide improved flexibility, softness, air permeability, or water vapor transport properties. The coated article may be used in apparel, footwear, medical products, containers and packagings, building materials, appliances, and other products.

Abstract: A multi-layer woven scrim, having two or more layers made of thermoplastic tapes, has its layers attached together by means of layer-connecting tapes interwoven with mutually perpendicular tapes of adjacent layers. The points of attachment may be at spaced intervals and in the machine or cross-machine directions. The scrim is flexible, dimensionally stable and has high tensile and tear strength. It can be coated and used as an industrial fabric.

Abstract: Fire resistant safety glasses are provided that included wire glasses having another layer of fire resistant material. In certain embodiments, a piece of wire glass has a sheet of fire resistant film adhered thereto. Such glasses have improved impact resistance compared to conventional wire glasses. Fire resistant safety glasses are also provided that combine improved impact resistance and fire protection and in some embodiments, improved thermal insulation, improved reflectivity and shielding against ionizing radiation. Safety glasses of this invention can be made using non-tempered or tempered glass, fire resistant plastics, fire resistant fiberglass, ceramics and other fire resistant glazing materials, and can be made in multiple layers, having one or more pieces of wire glass or fire resistant glazing materials. Fire resistant safety glasses of this invention can be made inexpensively and can have improved properties compared to conventional wire glass.

Abstract: The flame-retardant leather-like sheet substrate of the present invention comprises a layer (A) that is made of an entangled nonwoven fabric comprising a polyester superfine fiber (a) of a single fiber fineness of 0.5 dtex or less containing no flame-retardant component and a flame-retardant polyester superfine fiber (b) of a single fiber fineness of 0.5 dtex or less containing a flame-retardant component in a ratio, (a)/(b), of 100/0 to 40/60 by mass, and a layer (B) that is made of an entangled nonwoven fabric comprising the polyester superfine fiber (a) and the flame-retardant polyester superfine fiber (b) in a ratio, (a)/(b), of 70/30 to 0/100 by mass. The entangled nonwoven fabrics of the layers (A) and (B) are impregnated with an elastomeric polymer (c) containing a flame-retardant component. The ratio of the polyester superfine fiber (a) and the flame-retardant polyester superfine fiber (b) in the flame-retardant leather-like sheet substrate is 10:90 to 90:10 by mass.

Abstract: A product includes a fabric made at least of yarns containing at least basalt fibers, the yarns or fibers being possibly at least partly provided with a sizing agent, said fabric having a weight of between about 100 g/m2 and 2000 g/m2. The product also includes at least a polyester polyurethane coating layer coating at least partly a face of the fabric, the coating having a polyester polyurethane weight of between about 5 and 100 g/m2, advantageously between 10 and 50 g/m2, preferably between 20 and 40 g/m2.

Abstract: A fire resistant laminate for application to a core structure (12) to form a sandwich panel (10) having fire resistant face sheets (14 & 16). The laminate includes a fire protection (18) in which at least one layer of fibers (22) is embedded within a cured inorganic polymer matrix (24). The laminate further includes an adhesive layer (20) for bonding to the core structure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fire-resistant panel having superior fire-resistance and a low dimensional change, and it also relates to a fire-resistant decorative panel using the same. More specifically, a fire-resistant panel comprising: a) a substrate material of a woven or nonwoven fabric of inorganic fiber, or a paper; and b) a resin compound containing the following materials which are impregnated or coated onto the substrate material set forth in a): i) a thermosetting resin selected from the group consisting of a phenol resin, a modified phenol resin, a modified phenol-urea resin, a melamine resin, a modified melamine resin, a modified melamine-urea resin, a urea resin, and a modified urea resin; and ii) loess is provided. The present invention also provides a fire-resistant decorative panel using the fire-resistant panel as a substrate material.

Abstract: A fastener-free composite roofing product comprising a roofing material and an interply material attached to the roofing material, wherein the interply material includes an adhesive coating on one side. The interply material is attached adjacent to an edge of the roofing material to permit a major portion of the interply material to be folded away from the roofing material for application to a roof. The adhesive is effective to secure the roofing product to the roof without the use of nails or other fasteners. The roofing material may be a roofing shingle or roll roofing, and the interply material is comprised of a water resistant material.

Abstract: A lightweight, flexible, layered insulation composed of glass or ceramic fabric covered with a ceramic coating and overlying an insulating felt made from needled polybenzazole (PBZ) material which is preferably polybenzoxazole (PBO), and which optionally contains a poly(1,3-phenylene isophtalamide) felt material, commercially known as Nomex™, either combined with the PBZ felt or layered beneath the PBZ felt as a separate layer. The insulation is readily applied to a reusable launch vehicle via a silicone adhesive.

Abstract: A fire-resistant heat insulating material excellent in resistance to heat, resistance to slag, resistance to molten iron, resistance to wear, and resistance to mechanical impulse is provided. A highly endurable heat insulating material characterized by being provided on the surface of a layer of inorganic heat insulating fibers through the medium of a coating film of surface hardening material with a flame sprayed film of a fire-resistant ceramic substance.

Abstract: A multi-layer protective fabric includes a thin urethane film, a flame-retardant fibrous layer, and a flame-retardant micro-porous layer. The film includes flame retardant additives, blocks a liquid chemical from passing through it, and breathes by an adsorption/de-sorption process to permit water vapor to pass through it. The fibrous layer is bonded on one surface of the film. The urethane layer is bonded on the other surface of the film.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to patterned, flame resistant fabrics and methods of making them. Generally speaking, the fabrics comprise a plurality of high tenacity, flame resistant fibers, and a plurality of cellulosic fibers containing a flame retardant compound, and at least one color which is printed on the fabric to form the pattern. In a preferred embodiment, the flame resistant fibers are para-aramid fibers and the cellulosic fibers are rayon fibers to yield a strong, flame resistant fabric.

Abstract: A fire resistant fabric material comprising a substrate having an ionic charge which is coated with a coating having essentially the same ionic charge. The coating consists essentially of a filler material comprising clay and a binder material. The substrate is preferably fiberglass, the filler material may further comprise at least one additional filler selected from the group consisting of decabromodiphenyloxide, antimony trioxide, fly ash, charged calcium carbonate, mica, glass microspheres and ceramic microspheres and mixtures thereof and the binder material is preferably acrylic latex.

Abstract: The object of this invention is to provide a heat resistant fabric having high stiffness at high temperature and also high chemicals resistance. The heat resistant fabric of this invention is a fabric consisting of heat resistant fibers, characterized in that the contacts between the fibers constituting the fabric are bound by means of an inorganic binder. Furthermore, a preferable process for preparing the heat resistant fabric of this invention comprises the steps of impregnating a fabric consisting of heat resistant fibers with a sodium silicate aqueous solution, and drying in an atmosphere containing carbon dioxide, to bind the contacts between the fibers constituting the fabric by means of silicon oxide.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fire-resistant composite panel having superior fire-resistance and impact-resistance, a low dimensional change, and good workability to form a curvature, and it also relates to a fire-resistant decorative composite panel using the same. The composite panel comprises a substrate layer formed by impregnating or coating a substrate material of a woven or nonwoven fabric of inorganic fiber, or a paper, with a resin compound that contains an inorganic filler having less as a component and a thermosetting resin, and a rear layer of an aluminum sheet or a galvanized steel plate.

Abstract: A fabric having a unique combination of stain resistance, fluid barrier properties, aesthetic characteristics and drape ability is described, and a method of making such fabrics. The fabric includes a fabric substrate that has been treated with a low surface energy stain resist compound on at least one of its surfaces, and one or more layers secured to the other of its surfaces, with the layers providing the fabric with the unique combination of characteristics. In addition, the fabric is desirably provided with flame resisting and ultraviolet resisting characteristics, to enable it to be used as a seating material for transportation vehicles. Methods for making the fabric are also described.

Abstract: A velour fabric article consists of a fabric body having a technical face formed by a filament stitch yarn and a technical back formed by a loop yarn. The filament stitch yarn includes a heat sensitive material, e.g. a hot melt material or a heat shrinkable material, and/or an elastomeric material, such as spandex. The loop yarn includes flame retardant material, such as M-Aramide fiber. The fabric body has a velour surface formed at one or both of the technical back and the technical face. Raised fibers of at least one of the technical face and the technical back may be entangled, including in and/or through interstices of the fabric body, toward the other of the technical face and the technical back, e.g., by a hydroentanglement process applied after finishing. The fabric body has permeability of about 90 ft3/ft2/min, or less, under a pressure difference of ½ inch of water across the fabric body.

Abstract: A non-woven flame blocking fabric and method utilizes a fibrous blend of a concentration of cellulosic organic fibers (A) and a concentration of inorganic fibers (B) to which a flame retardant composition (C) is applied. The concentrations of fibers are blended and treated to form a flame retardant fiber blend capable of forming a non-woven flame blocking fabric that upon exposure to flame forms a reinforced char barrier (D) that prevents the flame from igniting any flammable substrate. The reinforced char barrier (D) includes the carbonized cellulosic organic fibers and melted inorganic fibers. A concentration of binder fibers or powders (E) may alternatively supplement the fiber blend to produce a low profile flame blocker fabric upon activation and calendaring. The fabric preferably has a low profile as a result of compaction and bonding, but the fabric may be provided as a high-loft web.

Abstract: A mattress, foundation, or other upholstered sleep product or article includes a core and barrier material surrounding the core. The barrier material includes flame and heat-resistant material that is configured to prevent combustion of the core when the upholstered article is impinged with a gas flame according to California Technical Bulletin 603 of the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs. The barrier material may include an intumescent material that is configured to swell and char in the presence of a flame so as to form a barrier to the flame and to heat generated by the flame.

Abstract: Fabric blends of inherently flame resistant fibers and flame resistant cellulosic fibers that contain a flame retardant. According to the method of production of these blends, the inherently flame resistant fibers can be dyed a full shade of color without depleting the flame retardant contained in the cellulosic fibers. In addition, the potential for laundering shrinkage of the inherently flame resistant fibers of the blends is reduced regardless of whether both, one of, or neither of the inherently flame resistant fibers and the flame resistant cellulosic fibers are dyed. Dyeing and/or shrinkage prevention of these blends is conducted at temperatures below 100° C., typically approximately between 70° C. and 100° C.

Abstract: Composite coating (10) improves the resistance to blast or seismic forces of a structure (100), such as wall (101). Coating (10) includes a first layer (20) of elastomeric polyurethane in contact with and adhering to wall (101), a second layer (30) of elastomeric polyurethane in contact with and adhering to first layer (20), and a layer of textile (40) embedded between first layer (20) and second layer (30).

Abstract: A polymeric fiber liner insulation includes of a resilient, insulation blanket core of randomly oriented entangled fibers with between 60% and 90% by weight of the fibers being standard polymeric fibers and/or flame retardant polymeric fibers and between 10% and 40% by weight of the fibers being polymeric lofting and bonding fibers. The first major surface the liner insulation has a low porosity or air and/or liquid impervious surface layer. The surface layer is formed by melting and consolidating fibers at and adjacent the first major surface of the blanket core or by coating the first major surface of the blanket core with a polymeric coating. The liner insulation exhibits a flame spread/smoke developed index of ≦25/50.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a flame retardant (FR) nonwoven fabric useful in wall panels, especially for cubicles. The nonwoven fabric comprises from about 15 to 65 weight % of a low melt binder, and least one of FR rayon fiber, FR acrylic fiber, FR melamine fiber, or FR resin coated synthetic or natural fibers, and optional nonbonding fibers. The total amount of FR fibers and FR resin coated synthetic or natural fibers is about 30-85 wt. % of the fabric. The present invention also contemplates a wall panel constructed from the nonwoven fabric comprising FR rayon fibers, FR acrylic fibers, FR melamine fiber or a combination of these, and/or FR resin coated synthetic or natural fibers, with about 15 to about 65 weight % low melt binder. The wall panel from this construction passes the ASTM E 1354, 1999 tests. Preferably the nonwoven fabric has a batt weight of at least about 40 oz./sq. yd. and preferably between about 40 oz./sq. yd. and 60 oz./sq. yd.

Abstract: A new method of applying fire protection coating to structures results in a new type of fire protection coating 10. Insulation layer 20, preferably a vermiculite/gypsum mixture 26, is applied such as by spraying a water slurry of the mineral particles to structural member 85. Before the free moisture can evaporate, diffusion barrier 40, such as epoxy intumescent coating 44, is applied over the moist vermiculite/gypsum mixture 26. Moisture is retained within vermiculite/gypsum mixture 26 indefinitely and is released in the event of a fire to help cool and prolong the efficacy of intumescent coating 44.

Abstract: A multi-layer woven scrim, having two or more layers made of thermoplastic tapes, has its layers attached together by means of layer-connecting tapes interwoven with mutually perpendicular tapes of adjacent layers. The points of attachment may be at spaced intervals and in the machine or cross-machine directions. The scrim is flexible, dimensionally stable and has high tensile and tear strength. It can be coated and used as an industrial fabric.

Abstract: A lightweight, flexible, layered insulation composed of glass or ceramic fabric covered with a ceramic coating and overlying an insulating felt made from needled polybenzazole (PBZ) material which is preferably polybenzoxazole (PBO), and which optionally contains a poly(1,3-phenylene isophtalamide) felt material, commercially known as Nomex™, either combined with the PBZ felt or layered beneath the PBZ felt as a separate layer. The insulation is readily applied to a reusable launch vehicle via a silicone adhesive.

Abstract: This invention relates to a low fiber, plyable facer suitable for use in the construction industry, particularly for insulation board manufacture, comprising a dry preformed fiber mat containing a binder for the fibers, preferably a preformed glass mat, coated with a prefoamed composition which contains a polymer latex, a foam sustaining amount of a surfactant and a flame retarding and/or strengthening amount of a mineral filler and also to the use and process for the preparation of the above as well as to a siding underlayment or insulation board having a foamed, thermosetting resin core which is surfaced with said facer as a product for commercial use.

Abstract: In order to provide a textile protective material made of multiple material layers which meets different requirements simultaneously, it is suggested that at least one material layer be a flame-resistant and/or flame-repellent material and at least one further material layer be a cut protection material, and/or a bulletproof or stabproof material.

Abstract: A flame retardant, electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding gasket construction. The construction includes a resilient core member formed of a foamed elastomeric material, an electrically-conductive fabric member surrounding the outer surface of the core member, and a flame retardant layer coating at least a portion of the interior surface of the fabric member. The flame retardant layer is effective to afford the gasket construction with a flame class rating of V-0 under Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) Standard No. 94.

Abstract: For providing a flame retardant pressure-sensitive adhesive tape with a substrate, which is odorless, does not corrode or discolor the adherend and at the incineration, does not release a halogen gas or a sulfurous acid gas having an adverse effect on the environment, an odorless and non-halogen flame retardant pressure-sensitive adhesive tape with a cloth substrate is disclosed, comprising a cloth substrate having coated thereon, preferably together with a vulcanized natural rubber-base flame retardant composition layer, a vulcanized natural rubber-base flame retardant pressure-sensitive adhesive layer, both being obtained by a takifier resin, a flame retardant (a metal hydroxide and an inorganic flame retardant aid) and a natural rubber-base elastomer vulcanized with aminoalkylalkoxysilane. The substrate is preferably a flame retardation-treated cloth substrate obtained by impregnating an inflammable cloth substrate with a natural rubber-base flame retardant composition.

Abstract: A filter medium for use in particulate filtering applications is disclosed. The filter medium is formed from a substrate capable of retaining the desired physical structure of the filter medium under the conditions of the filtering application, including temperature. A polyimide based stiffening agent adapted for treating the substrate is also provided.

Abstract: A fireproof thermally insulating barrier for a safety garment, the barrier having a front face for facing an external source of heat or radiation, and a rear face opposite from its front face. The barrier includes a plurality of perforations, each opening out to the front face and to the rear face of the barrier. A method of manufacturing such a barrier and a fireproof safety garment comprising at least one such barrier as internal thermal insulation are also provided.

Abstract: A fabric having a unique combination of stain resistance, fluid barrier properties, aesthetic characteristics and drape ability is described, and a method of making such fabrics. The fabric includes a fabric substrate that has been treated with a low surface energy stain resist compound on at least one of its surfaces, and one or more layers secured to the other of its surfaces, with the layers providing the fabric with the unique combination of characteristics. In addition, the fabric is desirably provided with flame resisting and ultraviolet resisting characteristics, to enable it to be used as a seating material for transportation vehicles. Methods for making the fabric are also described.

Abstract: A lightweight, flexible, layered insulation composed of glass or ceramic fabric covered with a ceramic coating and overlying an insulating felt made from needled polybenzazole (PBZ) material which is preferably polybenzoxazole (PBO), and which optionally contains a poly(1,3-phenylene isophtalamide) felt material, commercially known as Nomex™, either combined with the PBZ felt or layered beneath the PBZ felt as a separate layer. The insulation is readily applied to a reusable launch vehicle via a silicone adhesive.

Abstract: A flame-retardant substrate is present herein. The flame-retardant substrate includes a material layer surrounded by a flame-retardant coating. The coating is made of a chemical mixture that serves as a flame retardant barrier when exposed to fire. The flame-retardant substrate may be attached beneath the upholstery or surface layer of a textile-based item such as a piece of furniture or mattress. As such, the flame-retardant substrate serves as a barrier to flame to which the item is exposed while further impairing the further spread of fire.

Abstract: The cigar and cigarette burn resistant gaming cloth table includes a layer of fire retardant treated knit fabric laminated to a thin sheet of aluminum and wherein the other side of the aluminum sheet is laminated to a layer of non-woven synthetic fabric. Preferably, the top layer knit fabric is laminated to the aluminum via a latex adhesive. The lower non-woven fabric is laminated to the aluminum sheet via latex adhesive. Preferably, the knit layer, prior to being laminated to the thin sheet of aluminum, is treated with a fire retardant and an oil and water repellant chemical composition. Most preferably, the fire retardant and oil and water repellant chemical composition is a phosphorus fluorocarbon. The method includes treating the knit polyester fabric with fire retardant chemical, laminating a thin sheet of aluminum between the knit fabric layer and a layer of non-woven synthetic fabric. Preferably, the lamination is accomplished with a latex adhesive.

Abstract: A ceramic fabric and a resin are combined to form a fire protection sheet capable of being co-cured onto a parent laminate structure. The resulting monolithic composite firewall shows fire protection ability comparable to that of the conventional titanium structure, without the problems associated therewith, such as titanium panel separation and disbonding. The fire protection sheet easily conforms to the shape of the parent laminate and is also useful as a repair material for damaged conventionally protected firewalls.

Abstract: Disclosed is a laminate having flame and chemical resistance, which may be used to form protective fabrics. The laminate contains a first layer of a spunlace fabric having a fire retardant additive applied thereto; and a second layer of a polymeric film.

Abstract: Disclosed is a laminate having flame and chemical resistance, which may be used to form protective fabrics. The laminate contains a first layer of a spunlace fabric having a fire retardant additive applied thereto; and a second layer of a polymeric film.

Abstract: A roofing composite comprising a roofing material and an interply material attached to the roofing material. The interply material is attached adjacent to an edge of the roofing material and is scored to permit a major portion of the interply material to be folded away from the roofing material for application to a roof. The roofing material may be a roofing shingle or roll roofing and the interply material is comprised of a water resistant material.