Roofing Industry News
RAiNA written new Division 01 specification enhances performance standards for rainscreen wall assemblies
This new Division 01 specification will serve as a critical tool for architects, specifiers and contractors to achieve better performance outcomes in rainscreen wall assemblies. The Rainscreen Association in North America (RAiNA) has released a new Division 01 specification to establish clear, unified performance requirements for rainscreen wall assemblies, addressing critical ...
The Coffee Shops™ Announce 2025 Influencers
Our Influencers program celebrates its ninth year of giving back to the industries it serves. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning websites where the industries meet for technology, information and everyday business, announces the 2025 Influencers for RoofersCoffeeShop (RCS), MetalCoffeeShop® (MCS), CoatingsCoffeeShop® (CCS) and RCS en Español. Each month, ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® Inc. announces new branding - The Coffee Shops™
Ongoing expansion of RoofersCoffeeShop leads to new branding. RoofersCoffeeShop®, the award-winning website where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, launches new branding - The Coffee Shops™. Officially The Coffee Shops Productions is now a dba of RoofersCoffeeShop® Inc. The overall branding encompasses RoofersCoffeeShop, MetalCoffeeShop® and CoatingsCoffeeShop® along ...
Emerging code trends from the Single Ply Roofing Industry Winter Meeting
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Amanda Hickman of The Hickman Group shares insights for 2025. As the roofing industry evolves, so too do the codes and standards that govern them. Amanda Hickman, a codes expert from The Hickman Group and consultant to the Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI), has been at the forefront ...
RoofersCoffeeShop launches Speaker Bureau
A vital resource for the roofing industry is launched to support ongoing education. RoofersCoffeeShop®, the award-winning website where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, launches a one-of-a-kind speakers bureau for the roofing industry. Pulling from the enormous network of RoofersCoffeeShop (RCS), the speakers bureau is part of the ...
IKO Commercial boosts reach with exclusive independent sales agencies in the U.S.
IKO announces appointment of six new sales agencies covering Midwest, Northeast, Southeast and South Atlantic regions. IKO Commercial, a division of IKO Industries, a worldwide leader in the roofing, waterproofing and insulation industries for residential and commercial markets, is hitting the ground running in 2025 with a giant leap in expanding ...
MCA releases 2024 Annual Report
The Metal Construction Association (MCA) has released its 2024 Annual Report, now available on the MCA website. This Annual Report, available on the MCA website, highlights MCA’s key achievements throughout the year, including advancements in advocacy, educational resources and marketing initiatives, all of which have contributed to the continued growth in ...
Roofr partners with CertainTeed to streamline contractors’ businesses
Through this partnership, CertainTeed is subsidizing select Roofr subscription plans through exclusive promotions for qualified SELECT Shingle Master™ and Shingle Master™ certified contractors. Roofr, a leader in roofing technology, announced a strategic partnership with CertainTeed, a leading North American manufacturer of building materials. Through this partnership, CertainTeed is subsidizing select Roofr ...
Redefining the relationship between contractor and manufacturer
By Dani Sheehan. Stop by TAMKO’s booth at IRE 2025 to discover how you can leverage The TAMKO Edge® contractor program to increase your profitability, improve customer satisfaction and stay ahead of the competition. Each year, the International Roofing Expo (IRE) offers companies the opportunity to introduce and showcase their newest ...
TRI Alliance expresses concern over proposed 25% tariffs on roofing materials and supply chain disruptions
As tariff discussions unfold, the TRI Alliance will continue to actively monitor developments and advocate for exemptions for roofing materials. The Tile Roofing Industry (TRI) Alliance, representing leading manufacturers and suppliers of roofing components, is deeply concerned about the potential impact of proposed 25% tariffs on raw materials from South America, ...
