Industry News
Everything changes but stays the same
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Thoughts on mergers and acquisitions as Kingspan acquires IB Roof Systems. The industry continues to be rocked by mergers and acquisitions and some worry that we will never be the same. But after thirty years in the roofing industry, we have seen these changes and consolidations more than ...
Don’t miss these opportunities at METALCON 2024!
By Emma Peterson. Grab your ticket and get excited about the incredible events happening at METALCON this year in Atlanta, Georgia! METALCON 2024, the largest international event in the metal construction industry, is happening October 30 to November 1 at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC)! The show is sponsored ...
SPRI to canvass TDP-1 test standard
This is the standard for comparative adhesion strengths of waterproofing membranes, membrance adhesives and board stock materials or other suitable substrates used with low slope roofing systems. SPRI, the association representing sheet membrane and component suppliers to the commercial roofing industry, announced that it is partnering with FM Approvals to create ...
ServiceCon is not your typical expo
By Emma Peterson. Elevate your service department with practical and implementable insights and solutions at ServiceCon! Kick off the first quarter of 2025 by attending ServiceCon 2025, hosted by Centerpoint Connect! This two-day event will be held from March 12 to March 14, 2025 and is designed to bring professionals ...
Kingspan acquires IB Roof Systems, first entry into the U.S. single-ply market
IB’s proven position in the renovation market is complemented by Kingspan’s strong position in the commercial and industrial new build segments, offering a significant growth opportunity. As a global leader in advanced insulation and building envelope solutions, Kingspan has a stated strategy to offer complete roofing system solutions in the U.S. ...
Terrence Peters joins Mule-Hide Products Co. as Territory Manager - Northeast Ohio
Mule-hide hires a new representative for Northeast Ohio. Terrence Peters has joined low-slope roofing manufacturer Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc. as territory manager – Northeast Ohio. He will be the company’s lead contact with contractors in the territory, which includes Cleveland; Akron, Ohio; and Youngstown, Ohio. He will ensure projects are completed efficiently ...
Get the most out of your time at the METALCON expo!
By Emma Peterson. METALCON is fast approaching! Get ready by learning about some of the education sessions that will be available there! Hosted in Atlanta, Georgia at the Georgia World Congress Center, the 2024 METALCON show is running from October 30 to November 1, 2024. From exploring the trade floor ...
Tackling roofing’s biggest moisture challenges
By Jesse Sanchez. A new approach to roofing offers solutions that could redefine industry standards. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Chris Meyer from VaproShield® to discuss the innovative technology behind SlopeShield®, a product designed to revolutionize how moisture is ...
Westlake Royal Building Products™ to feature weather resistant, energy saving roofing solutions at 2024 Western Roofing Expo
Company to host live demo on stone-coated steel roofing September 30. Westlake Royal Building Products ™ (Westlake Royal), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), will exhibit its energy-efficient and weather-resistant roofing systems and solutions at the 2024 Western Roofing Expo September 30 - October 1, 2024 at Paris Las Vegas. The company’s ...
Metal Construction Association's 2024 Market Study now available for purchase
For the first time, the Metal Construction Association’s (MCA) annual MCA Market Study is available for purchase by non-members. The MCA Market Study is compiled with industry data from all the leading metal construction product manufacturers and provides analysis regarding growth, shipments, shares of the wall and roof market and more. ...
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