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SRS Distribution announces expansion in Texas with the acquisition of natural stone supplier Rock Materials
SRS has acquired Texas company Rock Materials. SRS Distribution Inc. (“SRS”) announced today that it has acquired Worldwide Rock Enterprises, LP (“Rock Materials” or the “Company”), a wholesale distributor of natural and architectural cut stone, manufactured stone, cast stone and masonry supplies. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Headquartered in Coppell, ...
Roofing Alliance 2022-23 annual report released
The report highlights accomplishments and philanthropy of members. The Roofing Alliance is proud to release its 2022-2023 Annual Report. The report highlights the organization’s funding initiatives, membership, communications, awards, student competition and more. “Last year’s accomplishments were an extraordinary journey for us marked by significant achievements and growth,” stated Kelly Van Winkle, ...
Unlock the Secrets to Success with ARMA's Submission Tip Sheet for Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards
ARMA invites you to submit your best work from the past three years by December 1, 2023. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) is pleased to introduce a valuable resource that will transform roofing contractors’ approach to the 2024 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards Program— ARMA’s Submission Tip Sheet. This comprehensive ...
Raising the roof at the 2024 SkillsUSA competition
By Dani Sheehan. Make your pledge to support roofing in this national competition and build excitement for younger generations entering skilled trade industries. The Arizona Roofing Contractors Association (ARCA) teamed up with the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) to bring the first annual roofing competition to the SkillsUSA program. Already, ...
ABC Supply Co., Inc. acquires the assets of John S. Wilson Lumber Company
John S. Wilson Lumber Company joins ABC Supply team for a new location in West Friendship, Maryland. ABC Supply Co., Inc., the largest wholesale distributor of roofing and other select exterior and interior building products in North America, has acquired the assets of John S. Wilson Lumber Company in West Friendship, ...
Virginia's roofing association drives industry standards forward
By Adam Cabrera. VARP leads innovation and supports an industry through government affairs advocacy and workforce development. The Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals (VARP) is integral to the state's roofing community and works to support the industry through innovation and advocacy. In a recent Roofing Road Trips® episode, host Heidi ...
METALCON 2023 hits the jackpot in Las Vegas
If you are in metal and didn't make it to METALCON this year, you missed out! See why it was such a huge success. Once again, Las Vegas proved to be a phenomenal venue for METALCON. From dynamic exhibits to inspiring keynotes, intensive workshops and free educational sessions, attendees from 50 ...
Roofed Right America Acquires Upstate Roofing & Painting
Roofed Right America has announced its recent acquisition of Upstate Roofing & Painting. Milwaukee-based commercial roofing contractor Roofed Right America (RRA) has announced its recent acquisition of Upstate Roofing & Painting (Upstate), a premier provider of reroofing, painting and repair services located in Rochester, New York. RRA is backed by Great ...
Polyglass Roof Restoration Saves Nautical Towers From Extensive Water Damage
Polyglass products used in major Deerfield Beach, Florida project. The Nautical Towers, an iconic high-rise condominium boasting panoramic beach views and unique architectural design, recently faced a significant challenge with its rooftop. The building's striking exterior concealed a troublesome issue - water ponding on the rooftop due to poor drainage ...
S-5! Achieves New Industry Standard for Testing & Certifying Snow Retention Devices
S-5! is the first company to receive an Evaluation Report from the IAPMO. Until recently, there has been no industry standard or mandate for the production and testing of snow retention devices—but now there is. S-5! is pleased to announce another “first”: it is the first and only company to receive an ...
