Industry News
5 Days of Fun at IIBEC 2022
By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. This year’s IIBEC International Convention and Tradeshow was a warm welcome back to in-person tradeshows. More than 1,200 attendees arrived in Orlando, Florida, on Thursday, March 17, 2022 for the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) International Convention and Trade Show at the Rosen ...
Leading Global Roofing Manufacturer Creates Jobs, Expands to Serve U.S. Single-ply Market
The new plant in Hagerstown, Maryland marks IKO's first manufacturing site for thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO). IKO, a North American pioneer in the manufacture of residential and commercial roofing products, has announced the official grand opening of its newest production facility in Hagerstown, Maryland. The new plant, announced as the company’s sixth U.S.-based ...
SRS Distribution and Heritage Family of Companies Announced as Presenting Sponsors for AT&T Byron Nelson Concert
The first-ever AT&T Byron Nelson Concert will culminate the tournament on May 14, 2022 with performances from Lee Brice and The Band of Heathens. SRS Distribution Inc. (“SRS”) and Heritage Family of Companies (“Heritage”) announced today that they are the presenting sponsors for the first-ever AT&T Byron Nelson Concert, as well ...
Registration is Open for METALCON 2022!
By METALCON. Join RCS and other metal construction professionals at this year’s METALCON in Indianapolis. The industry’s only global event dedicated to the application of metal in design and construction, METALCON, is back! This year’s METALCON will be held at the Indiana Convention Center, October 12-14. Plus, if you register by May ...
ABC Supply Unveils Homes For Our Troops-themed Indy 500 Car
AJ Foyt Racing’s #11 IndyCar spotlights the nonprofit’s mission of “Building Homes, Rebuilding Lives” for severely injured veterans. When drivers start their engines at the 106th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge, race fans will see a new look for the No. 11 AJ Foyt Racing Chevrolet — and ...
Call for Abstracts for the 2023 IIBEC International Convention & Trade Show
By IIBEC. IIBEC is seeking contractors looking to give back to the industry with their knowledge and talent. International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) is gearing up to celebrate its 40th anniversary at the 2023 IIBEC International Convention & Trade Show. The tradeshow will take place March ...
The Impact of Tariffs on Material Shortages
By Meta Team. Learn how the new tariffs on essential materials have impacted the roofing industry at large. Both presidential administrations have made an impact on the way the United States trades with other countries. During his presidency, Donald Trump put a few tariffs in place on a variety of ...
JobNimbus and Roofing.com Launch Partnership to Help Contractors Grow Their Businesses
JobNimbus set to be the official CRM of Roofing.com. JobNimbus announced today that it has launched a partnership with Roofing.com, a leading business consulting company that provides resources for roofing and solar professionals. The partnership makes JobNimbus the official CRM for Roofing.com. "We believe in innovation, and we take pride in ...
Metal-Era® and Hickman Edge Systems Announce Price Relief on Key Contractor Products
Metal-Era and Hickman Edge Systems reduce prices up to 12% on five contractor-friendly products in their fascia and coping lines, effective immediately. Due to expanded manufacturing capabilities, including investment in new equipment and automation, Metal-Era and Hickman Edge Systems have increased capacity and are passing the cost savings along to the ...
New Distribution Center Officially Enters Phase Two
By Johns Manville. Johns Manville’s polyiso production plant has received a railcar of materials, entering a new phase of production. Johns Manville’s distribution center is already sending out shipments of JM products across the country, and with business booming, the company celebrates the growing success of their new polyiso ...
