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Building better retrofits: Roof Hugger’s commitment to IIBEC and the building enclosure community
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Advancing retrofit solutions through engineering, collaboration and industry partnership. In today’s evolving construction landscape, the role of building enclosure professionals has never been more critical. From ensuring long-term performance to meeting increasingly complex energy and structural requirements, consultants are at the forefront of delivering smarter, more ...
Central States announces industry-leading Saberis integration for easy customer ordering
Central Link sends quote data to Saberis in just one to two seconds with a single click, helping customers get back to their day-to-day faster. Central States Inc. is making customer ordering easier than ever through a new integration with the Saberis platform, a leading middleware system serving the lumber and ...
Friendly competition and education draw crowds at IRE 2026
By Jenny Yu. Sika highlighted coatings, restoration systems and contractor training while engaging with attendees on the show floor. The 2026 International Roofing Expo brought together roofing professionals from across the world, and Sika Roofing & Waterproofing used the opportunity to showcase its wide range of building protection solutions ...
Tools that help roofers move faster on the job
By Jesse Sanchez. From fastener sealing to adhesive dispensing, these solutions are designed to improve efficiency, consistency and jobsite performance. Roofing contractors working on metal restoration and commercial systems are under increasing pressure to complete projects quickly without sacrificing quality. In response, manufacturers are introducing tools that address specific jobsite ...
A simple fix for leaky pipe penetrations
By Jesse Sanchez. How this contractor-designed rubber pipe collar continues to solve a common roofing problem across new construction and repair projects. Live from the International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas, Karen Edwards welcomed Wil-Mar Products representatives Stuart Pendleton and Michael Bothman to The Coffee Shops™ Sound Stage sponsored ...
AI agents reshape workflow efficiency in commercial roofing
By Jesse Sanchez. A closer look at how automation tools are helping contractors scale operations without replacing the human element. As labor constraints tighten and project demands grow more complex, commercial roofing contractors are under increasing pressure to operate with greater precision and efficiency. In response, technology providers are introducing ...
New tools aim to simplify roofing jobs and cleanup
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how new roofing tools improve efficiency, reduce jobsite risks and streamline cleanup for contractors. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo (IRE), contractors gathered to explore solutions that address one of the industry’s most persistent challenges; balancing efficiency with jobsite safety and cleanliness. During a ...
Memberships made for you
By Emma Peterson. Exploring how IFD supports professionals worldwide with their different membership opportunities. The International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD) was designed to unite professionals from across the roofing industry to work together to “safeguard and support the common economic, business, technical, social, cultural and other professional interests ...
Technology is changing our world – and our industry
By Emma Peterson. How roofing supply partners like CDS are helping contractors adapt to a connected world with digital tools. We are currently in what some experts are calling “the digital age.” This era is characterized by the rapid development of technology-based tools that fundamentally change how we access information, ...
Preparing your roofing business for a stronger exit
By Jesse Sanchez. How early planning and strategic preparation can significantly increase business value when it’s time to sell. For roofing contractors, the strength of an exit often depends on the level of preparation done before a sale is even on the table. Many owners spend decades focused on production, ...
