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Why retrofit roof design matters
By The Coffee Shops™. Understanding common retrofit approaches and the risks they can create. Building owners looking to extend the life of an existing metal roof are often presented with several retrofit options. Not all approaches provide the structural performance needed to withstand wind uplift, snow drift loads and ...
TPO or metal retrofit? Understanding the tradeoffs
By The Coffee Shops™. How to determine which option is right for the job, and what each option has to offer. When contractors meet with building owners to discuss an aging metal roof, the conversation often comes down to two possibilities: recover the roof with a thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) ...
Building the metal roof retrofit industry
By Emma Peterson. How Roof Hugger introduced retrofit roofing as an alternative to metal tear offs and coatings. Founded 35 years ago, Roof Hugger has made a name for themselves fabricating metal retrofit solutions. To learn more about the story of how this innovative company came to be, Heidi J. ...
Legacy 10: The companies that have exhibited at every METALCON
Ten companies have been committed to METALCON and the industry from the beginning. When the industry gathers in Orlando for METALCON this fall, the Legacy 10 will be honored for exhibiting at every show, dating back to 1991. With that kind of long-term commitment comes worthy recognition. The Legacy 10 will be ...
Why retrofit roofing makes sense during peak project season
By Jenny Yu. Contractors can help building owners maximize roofing investments through engineered retrofit solutions. Warmer weather signals the start of peak construction season, bringing a wave of reroofing and maintenance projects for contractors across the country. While many building owners focus on immediate roofing needs, contractors have an ...
Celebrating 35 years of retrofit roofing innovation
By Jenny Yu. Roof Hugger reflects on 35 years of engineering and industry partnerships while reaffirming its commitment to advancing sustainable, contractor-focused solutions. For 35 years, Roof Hugger has helped shape the metal-over-metal retrofit market, building a reputation for engineering expertise, rigorous testing, and long-term performance. As the company ...
Why metal-over-metal roof retrofits are gaining attention
By Jesse Sanchez. Metal-over-metal retrofit systems help address aging roofs while meeting modern structural and code requirements. Across the United States, a large portion of installed metal roofs are growing closer to the end of their service lives. Data compiled from the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) shows that ...
Metal retrofit strengthens Baltimore cruise terminal roof
By Jesse Sanchez. Engineered metal-over-metal retrofit improved wind performance efficiency and long-term durability for a high-traffic waterfront facility. In 2011, Metal-Fab Manufacturing and Roof Hugger delivered a complex metal-over-metal retrofit for the Port of Baltimore Cruise Terminal, completing a much-needed public infrastructure upgrade. The 65,000-square-foot facility serves cruise passengers traveling ...
FRSA Expo returns with top-tier education and industry backing
By Jenny Yu. Contractors will gain practical insights from leading experts while connecting with top manufacturers and suppliers. The Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) is hosting its 104th Convention & Expo from June 10-12, 2026, at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in in Kissimmee, ...
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 ...
