Education & Learning
Small but mighty: NERCA annual convention delivers big impact
By Jenny Yu. Strong attendance and meaningful conversations defined this year’s event in Connecticut. The North East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) 98th Annual Convention and Trade Show brought energy and engagement to Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, where contractors, manufacturers and industry leaders gathered for education and connection. Karen ...
The beauty of roofing apprenticeships
By Jenny Yu. A self-proclaimed “roof fanatic” shares a global vision for educating the roofers of tomorrow. At the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD) Young Roofers Competition, Heidi J. Ellsworth spoke with the event’s host, Hans-Peter Springinsfeld, owner of Springinsfeld in Tyrol, Austria, about his journey into ...
Texas solar installers: Don’t miss the S-5! Road Show this March
Texas solar professionals, mark your calendars. S-5! is traveling to three major cities this March, delivering a high-impact experience tailored specifically for installers looking to level up their expertise. Built for hands-on professionals in rooftop solar and fall protection, the S-5! Texas Road Show combines live demonstrations, practical training and ...
Don’t miss the 2026 RCAW Tradeshow!
By Emma Peterson. Learn, compete and connect at Washington State’s premier roofing event. The Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) is hosting their annual regional tradeshow on March 13, 2026, at the Muckleshoot Casino & Resort! This one-day event (running 9 a.m.-2 p.m.) is the best roofing-specific tradeshow in ...
Global learning and industry pride: NRCA explores innovation at Dach + Holz in Germany
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. International collaboration brings new ideas home. The Coffee Shops™ were proud to participate in the 2026 National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) Study Tour to Cologne, Germany and Brussels, Belgium. The tour began in Cologne where the global roofing community gathered for Dach + Holz International, one of the ...
¡No te pierdas la Expo Comercial RCAW 2026!
Por Emma Peterson, traducido por Jesica Bravo. Aprende, compite y conecta en el evento de roodfingres más importante del estado de Washington. The Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) organizará su expo regional anual el 13 de marzo de 2026 en el Muckleshoot Casino & Resort. Este evento de ...
Young roofers test their skills
By Jesse Sanchez. As U.S. teams competed alongside international peers in Austria, the event became a living example of how respect, workforce development and global standards are shaping roofing’s next generation. From the competition floor at the Student Competition in Innsbruck, Austria, Heidi J. Ellsworth shared candid conversation with industry ...
Sharing the industry’s stories, feeling the momentum
From packed aisles and live demonstrations to soundstage interviews and meaningful conversations, WOC 2026 showcased the innovation and heart of the industry. World of Concrete (WOC) 2026 defined the scale and energy of the construction trades coming together this year. Our crew had the unique opportunity to be present at ...
Innovation, education and the momentum moving the industry forward
Across the show floor, soundstage interviews and educational sessions, IRE 2026 made it clear that the roofing industry is not standing still. While community defines the heart of the International Roofing Expo (IRE), innovation defines its pace. From AI-driven tools and smarter products to immersive booths and hands-on demonstrations, our ...
Innovación, educación y el impulso que mueve a la industria hacia adelante
En todo el piso de exhibición, las entrevistas en el escenario y las sesiones educativas, IRE 2026 dejó en claro que la industria del techado no se está quedando quieta. Mientras la comunidad define el corazón de la International Roofing Expo (IRE), la innovación define su ritmo. Desde herramientas impulsadas ...
