Education & Learning
Arizona’s roofing industry gears up for the 57th Annual ARCA Expo
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Bringing contractors, manufacturers and industry leaders together for a day of connection, innovation and opportunity. There are certain events on the calendar that the roofing community simply does not miss, and in Arizona, the Arizona Roofing Contractors Association (ARCA) Expo is one of them. Each year, it ...
Learning the ropes of low-slope roofing for your steep-slope business
By MuleHide. The differences between low-slope and steep-slope roofing run deeper than most realize. If you’ve spent your career walking steep roofs, stepping onto a low-slope system can feel like entering a whole new trade. The materials change. The methods shift. Even the vocabulary gets flipped. “Flat” doesn’t mean ...
FRSA 2026 highlights
By Emma Peterson. A look at the connections, conversations and community at FRSA 2026. At the beginning of June, the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Association (FRSA) held their much-anticipated Convention and Expo. The biggest regional roofing show in the United States, the event saw hundreds of exhibitors and ...
NFRC’s guide to training
By Emma Peterson. Explore the learning opportunities available to roofing and cladding professionals across the U.K. Whether we're talking about a seasoned professional or someone at the beginning of their career, personal ongoing learning and development is key for maintaining and enhancing professional competence. Not only does it improve the ...
MCA advances technical leadership, expands market opportunities and builds momentum for 2026
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. The MCA Summer Meeting will drive innovation, education and industry growth. As members of the Metal Construction Association (MCA) gather for their Summer Meeting, the conversations reflect an industry that continues to evolve with purpose. From technical education and market development to workforce recognition and major events, MCA ...
METALCON introduces new Design District programming for 2026
Education lineup connects industry shifts with real-world metal design decisions. As architects and design professionals face growing pressure to make smarter decisions about carbon, code compliance, material performance and long-term resilience, METALCON is expanding its Design District programming for 2026 with a new education lineup centered on the issues shaping today's ...
SkillsUSA 2026 destaca a la próxima generación de profesionales del roofing
Por The Coffee Shops.™ El roofing encontró energía, talento e impulso en el evento de este año. La industria del roofing tuvo una destacada participación en SkillsUSA 2026, y la conclusión fue clara: la próxima generación de profesionales de los oficios especializados está lista para incorporarse al mundo laboral. Celebrado ...
Building stronger roofing leaders starts in the field
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. ARCA and NRCA training helps roofing foremen and supervisors build practical leadership skills. There is a growing recognition across the roofing industry that leadership development cannot wait until someone reaches the executive level. It has to start in the field, where foremen and supervisors are guiding crews ...
SkillsUSA 2026 highlights roofing’s next generation
By The Coffee Shops.™ Roofing found energy, talent and momentum at this year’s event. The roofing industry made a strong showing at SkillsUSA 2026, and the takeaway was clear: the next generation of skilled tradespeople is ready to get to work. Held during the National Leadership & Skills Conference ...
Veterans find new opportunities through roofing training
By GAF. Tuition-free roofing education programs are helping military veterans transition into stable careers while supporting workforce development across the industry. GAF is helping address two ongoing challenges at once: the roofing industry’s demand for skilled labor and the difficult transition many military veterans face when entering civilian careers. Through ...
