Industry News
Construction Firms Work to Meet Needs of Aging Workforce
By NRCA. As the construction industry battles a skilled labor shortage and an aging workforce, construction firms are trying to keep experienced older workers—ages 55 and up—happy and healthy, according to www.enr.com. Data from the Center for Construction Research and Training shows workers aged 45-64 made up nearly 40% of the construction ...
Metal Roofing is an Increasingly Popular Option
By Lauren White. Standing seam metal roofs reduce waste, are cost-effective, and give homes a modern look. What’s trending in modern homeownership? Standing seam metal roofs. They are visually appealing, cost-effective, low-maintenance, and environmentally friendly. Typically seen on commercial and agricultural buildings, more and more homeowners are choosing this option ...
Longstanding IIBEC Member Presents at METALCON
Metal Roofing: Thermal Expansion & Contraction, Problematic Conditions, and Retrofit Using Metal Metal has unique properties that separate it from other roof choices. For over three millennia, metal roofing has been a durable, aesthetically appealing design element utilized for significant buildings. This course’s content is intended to provide attendees with a ...
Women in Construction at METALCON 2019
The conference will feature a Women in Metal and Roofing panel presentation. METALCON 2019, the metal construction industry’s largest international event for metal construction products, technologies and solutions, is featuring an interactive panel presentation by leading women in the metal and roofing industries on Wednesday, October 16 at 1.00 p.m., at ...
Roofing Technology Think Tank Announces Innovator of the Year
The award recognizes a roofing contractor who has contributed to the advancement of the roofing industry. Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3), a group of progressive roofing professionals focused on technology solutions for the roofing industry, awarded the Innovator of the Year award to Curtis Sutton of Carthage, Tennessee-based Rackley Roofing. The ...
MRCA Announces Release of ‘New Employee Orientation’ in Spanish
By Morgan Arwood, MRCA. This program is an essential tool when preparing new employees for the jobsite. The Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) Safety Committee, led by Bob Poutre of Roof Tech in Stillwater, MN, has committed to making sure safety is for everyone. In 2017, MRCA released the English version of ...
Wyoming Roofing Named Small Employer of the Year by Wyoming Department of Workforce Services
The award recognizes small businesses for their hiring and safety practices. Wyoming Roofing, LLC, an Owens Corning Roofing Contractor Network (OCCN) Platinum contractor, was named Small Employer of the Year by the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS). The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services is committed to ensuring that all Wyoming businesses ...
Cotney Construction Law Helps NRCA Launch ProCertification Program
In an effort to help the industry progress with advanced knowledge and professional certifications, CCL provided all of its time free of charge to NRCA. Cotney Construction Law (CCL) is pleased to announce that by collaborating with the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), they have assisted NRCA in creating and trademarking ...
2019 Gold Circle Award Winner: Nations Roof
By Lauren White. Amidst unique challenges and strict security, Nations Roof safely completed a roof replacement. There are a number of projects in the roofing industry that allow companies to demonstrate their excellence and expertise. The Roofing Alliance recognizes that excellence and expertise in workmanship, innovation, and safety with their ...
Make METALCON your Metal Roofing Punch List
By METALCON. METALCON 2019 is a “one-stop shop” for key training, education and one-on-one time with industry experts and exhibitors. METALCON is a critical addition to any “punch list” for a roofing job. Recently featured in Metal Construction News, having a punch list is necessary in any metal roofing job whether it ...
