Industry News

Robert Porter 1949-2020 Robert Porter, 71, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020, at his residence in Broomfield, Colorado.  He

Solstice Cam is a wireless jobsite security camera that provides live streaming, continuous recording, and professional grade time-lapse technology at

OMG® Roofing Products has introduced PowerGrip™ Universal 7 (PGU-7), a rooftop attachment anchor for mounting solar racking systems and other

IKO® has introduced EdgeSeal™, a double-sided, self-sealing adhesive starter roll designed to bond shingles to the roof deck at the

RHEINZINK® offers architectural-grade zinc gutter systems in half-round or box shapes, and a choice of more than 300 parts and

Atlas® Roofing Corporation has announced the introduction of AC®Foam-HD CoverBoard-FR to its portfolio of ACFoam polyiso roof insulation products. This

Current compliance challenges often require that all tools must be tethered when working at heights, including screwdrivers, pliers, radios, smart

OMG® BeadPro™ Carts, a method for applying canister-based OlyBond500® Insulation Adhesive, now offers roofing contractors a choice of 6” or

Polyglass® U.S.A., Inc., a manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems, has enhanced the performance of its self-adhered mod bit roofing

CertainTeed®, a manufacturer of building materials, has announced the launch of SmartFlash® ONE, a one-component, UV-stable, fluid-applied resin for steep

The Roof Rabbit from RRC LLC is a new breed of spraying equipment. Its cantilevered design allows for coating applications

OMG® Roofing Products, a provider of induction-based fastening technology for commercial roofing applications, has introduced a new RhinoBond® tool with

The numbers on the cost of roofing leads and customer acquisition in the industry show a worrying sign for commercial

The Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association (PIMA) has announced the launch of its redesigned website. With an updated layout, content, and

Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc. has redesigned its website, making it faster and easier for contractors, specifiers, and property managers to

OMG® Roofing Products has introduced a new mobile app that puts virtually all company product and technical information at your

ASTM International’s Building Performance Committee is developing a proposed standard that will help evaluate potential impacts of changes to the

Enphase Energy, Inc., a global energy technology company and supplier of solar microinverters, has announced that PetersenDean®, Inc., one of

TAMKO® Building Products LLC has unveiled its new brand positioning and beautiful new accompanying imagery to the largest construction and

Touchplan®, a provider of construction management and collaboration technology, has announced its continued global expansion into Canada. After seeing success

The Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), proudly celebrates roofing industry partners who have donated

Hospitals across the globe are experiencing critical PPE supply shortages. Team members at Duro-Last®, Inc., a manufacturer of custom-fabricated, thermoplastic

IB Roof Systems™, a provider of complete PVC roofing solutions for flat or low-sloped roofs, has awarded 4 Star General

Malarkey Roofing Products®, a manufacturer of sustainable, performance roofing shingles, has announced the promotion of Gregory B. Malarkey to president,

Ken Dillon, former president and now CEO of D&D Roofing and Sheet Metal, Sparks, Nevada, is stepping down after a

The Western roofing industry lost one of its long-standing patriarchs with the passing of Jerry Chalupnik of Phoenix, Arizona. He

Equipter®, a provider of innovative roofing equipment, has introduced RB2500, a portable dump container that is designed to streamline the

Atlas® Roofing has announced that its StormMaster® Shake shingles exceed leading competitor brands for hail impact. The performance rating is

The revolutionary HG ROOF FROM STEINEL®, previously only sold in Europe, is now available in America. The roofing industry needs

DEWALT® has expanded the XTREME Subcompact Series™ tools, now a line of six compact and performance-packed brushless 12V MAX tools,

Carlisle® WIP® Products’ WIP GRIP Premium Shingle Underlayment was recently named Best New Residential Product at the 2020 International Roofing

Milwaukee® Tool has a new addition to its cordless nailer lineup with the M18 FUEL™ 18GA 1/4” Narrow Crown Stapler.

IKO® has introduced GoldSeam™, a multipurpose roof tape. The product can be used in a variety of deck protection applications,

GAF has announced the nationwide launch of Timberline® HDZ™ shingles, powered by new and innovative LayerLock™ technology. Combined with all

Petersen has expanded its line of PAC-CLAD® standing seam roof products with the addition of the T-250 panel. Combining structural

At the International Roofing Expo®, Millennium Slate LLC announced a revolutionary method of installing slate roofs, trademarked The Centennial System™.

Homeowners spend billions reroofing their homes, with the residential roofing market predicted to hit $8.2 billion in 2020. Today, metal

The Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), has released its 2018-2019 Annual Report. The report

The Metal Construction Association (MCA) has confronted an issue of growing confusion regarding metal composite material (MCM) with the white

The Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association (PIMA) has issued a performance bulletin entitled Polyiso Insulation’s Low-GWP Blowing Agent Solution, which highlights

TAMKO® Building Products LLC has launched a new collection of online resources. These new articles and pages are part of

Hilti has launched connected fasteners, enabling unique identification and digital documentation on the jobsite. The announcement affirms the brand’s investment

R.M. Lucas Co. has announced the opening of our new production facility in Phoenix, Arizona. This facility will provide manufacturing

The Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) is gaining new members and affiliates as the metal roofing business opportunities in North America

On the Third Annual National Women in Roofing (NWIR) Day at the International Roofing Expo® in February in Dallas, Texas,

The Garland® Company , Inc., an employee-owned roofing and building envelope systems manufacturer, will celebrate 125 years in business in

Boral® Roofing LLC, a provider of durable and energy-efficient new and retrofit roofing systems, has announced Wakaflex®, the quick and

The Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), has announced Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas,

Petersen continues to meet the growing demand for its PAC-CLAD® metal roof and wall products in the Western United States