A better name for an even better product

By Dani Sheehan. 

With its unmatched traction and grip during installation, TUFF-GRIP™ reinforces APOC’s commitment to safety and high-performance underlayment technology. 

Contractors have relied on APOC’s synthetic underlayment for years under the well-known Gator-Skin™ name. Today, that same trusted performance has a new name: APOC TUFF-GRIP™ 30. While the name has changed, APOC still delivers the strongest, most dependable synthetic underlayment for steep-slope roofing. 

Built on advanced material science and decades of field-tested innovation, TUFF-GRIP 30 is engineered to outperform in the areas that matter most: safety, durability, weather protection and installation efficiency. 

What sets TUFF-GRIP 30 apart? 

1 – TUFF-GRIP coating technology: A proprietary coating helps the underlayment securely grip the roof deck even before fasteners are applied for easier positioning, safer footing and less material slippage on steeper slopes. 

2 – High-traction walkability: The reinforced surface delivers outstanding slip resistance, helping you work confidently on wet, slick or angled decks. Fewer slips and better control lead to improved productivity and safer installations. 

3 – All-temperature, all-weather flexibility: Built to stay flexible from -40°F to 240°F, TUFF-GRIP 30 holds its performance in extreme cold, blazing heat and everything in between. 

4 – Premium weather and moisture protection: The tough synthetic construction forms a reliable barrier against moisture and wind-driven rain helping protect the roof system throughout the installation. 

5 – Long UV exposure window: With up to 90 days of UV resistance, this underlayment offers peace of mind when weather delays happen, or projects take longer than expected. 

6 – Light but tough construction: It’s engineered to resist tears, punctures and stretching, yet remains lightweight and easy to handle, reducing fatigue and speeding up the installation. 

7 – Broader, more efficient coverage: A 48-inch width means fewer passes on the roof, faster dry in and improved jobsite efficiency. 

8 – Backed by a 30-year limited warranty: You can install TUFF-GRIP knowing it’s built for staying power and supported by long-term assurance. 

APOC’s newly named TUFF-GRIP 30 is a clear statement about the product’s unmatched traction and premium protection. You can trust that the durability, reliability and performance you counted on with Gator-Skin hasn’t gone anywhere. Keep your crew safer and your roofing systems protected with TUFF-GRIP 30.