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Turn custom orders into custom gear
By Emma Peterson. You can turn material and product orders into custom tees, high-visibility shirts, hoodies and more for your crew. QXO is helping gear up your crew with this promotion! Between May 4, 2026, and July 2, 2026, you can earn gear with every U.S. purchase of CertainTeed, GAF, ...
Being the change in the coatings industry
By Jenny Yu. RCMA’s new membership program gives contractors the opportunity to expand their expertise, grow their business and contribute to the advancement of coatings in the marketplace. After dedicating over 10 years in the construction industry working for big firms, Jon Hudson and Brody Christenson realized it was ...
Hole saws deliver speed, precision and durability
By Jenny Yu. Malco’s new lineup of hole saws is engineered to improve cutting efficiency and durability across a wide range of jobsite materials. Trade professionals across HVAC and general construction sectors rely on durable, precise cutting tools to keep jobs moving. Malco Tools is answering that demand with its ...
The renaissance of roof coatings
By Emma Peterson. How roof coatings like IB Roof System’s acrylic and silicone products help contractors navigate labor, sustainability and economic trends. In today’s roofing market, there are three primary trends driving the demand for roofing solutions – labor, sustainability and economic instability. And in the face of these trends, ...
Best practices for attaching accessories to R-panel roofs
By Ali Turner, S-5! R-panels are a reliable, budget-friendly metal roofing choice — but how you attach accessories matters. R-panel is a durable and economical metal roofing profile commonly installed on commercial facilities, metal buildings, agricultural structures and barndominiums. However, as many roofing contractors have found when troubleshooting leaks or panel ...
Jobsite presentation turns protection into a lead engine
By Jesse Sanchez. A cleaner, more controlled jobsite can drive referrals, reduce risk and strengthen long-term profitability. In competitive roofing markets, access to higher-end neighborhoods is rarely secured through price alone. More often, it is earned through visibility when a single project reshapes how a contractor is perceived. That shift ...
One partner for the whole building envelope
By Jenny Yu. Carlisle Architectural Metals simplifies complex roofing projects with integrated systems and hands-on support across every stage of construction. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas, Lauren White of The Coffee Shops™ stopped by the Carlisle Architectural Metals (CAM) booth to learn about how the ...
Growth in motion: ATAS builds momentum for 2026
By Jenny Yu. ATAS International leader Jim Bus shares how the leading manufacturer is setting high ambitions for expansion in the year ahead. At the International Roofing Expo, Megan Ellsworth spoke with Jim Bus, executive vice president of ATAS International, about the company’s past year and what the leading ...
Customer connections take center stage
By Jesse Sanchez. How personal relationships and steady support can help commercial roofers thrive in challenging economic cycles. Service First Solutions took center stage at the Western Roofing Expo with a message that resonated across the trade show floor: commercial roofers can strengthen their businesses by investing time in customers ...
Attachments that strengthen rooftop performance
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how integrated attachment systems help contractors secure rooftop equipment, meet code requirements and ensure system performance. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas, one challenge came into clear focus for contractors and manufacturers alike; how to secure rooftop equipment in a way that meets ...
