Industry News
IIBEC Building Envelope Symposium Announces 2019 Topics and Speakers
The IIBEC 2019 Building Enclosure Symposium will feature presentations from expert instructors offering more than just technical data. With presentations about roofing, waterproofing, and exterior walls, every building enclosure professional is sure to find topics of interest to increase their knowledge and expand their expertise. Presenters reinforce program content with real-world ...
Meet MVP Winner Bobby Ainsworth
By Lauren White. With 38 years’ experience, Bobby has worked his way up from $0.25 a day to Commercial Production Manager. Every year, outstanding employees are nominated by their coworkers for the Roofing Alliance’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award program. This award recognizes and celebrates workers in two categories: 1) ...
Comprehensive Metal Roofing Course Designed to Support Growing Demand
By MRA. Registration, special MRA discount now available for two-day extension class To help support the booming demand for qualified metal roofing installers and providers, the University of Wisconsin-Madison is offering an extension course this winter entitled “Metal Roofing from A (Aluminum) to Z (Zinc).” Held December 5-6, 2019, early registration is ...
New State Law Cracks Down on Roof Scams
A new state law makes it clear that it’s illegal for a contractor or roofer to waive an insurance deductible. “This new law will help further protect consumers,” said Texas Insurance Commissioner Kent Sullivan. “Roofers who waive deductibles are cutting corners. Take your business elsewhere.” After a major storm, contractors – including ...
Roofing Contractors Face Shortage of Skilled Workers - The Freedonia Group Weighs In
As discussed in the study Roofing Accessories, "The roofing industry – like many other construction trades – faces a shortage of skilled workers." The main factors contributing to the shortage include: older roofers aging out of the profession younger generations showing less inclination to enter traditionally blue-collar careers government policies that have made it ...
2019 Metal Construction Hall of Fame
Dale Nelson, a founder of Roof Hugger, was one of eight inductees. Last month, Metal Construction News announced the eight honorees who were inducted into the 2019 Metal Construction Hall of Fame. These honorees represent the breadth of the industry and showcase the innovation and excitement that the industry offers. Over the ...
Elmer W. Davis, Inc. Recognized as Tremco 2018 Contractor of the Year
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. The company has been providing commercial roofing services since 1936. Each year, Tremco recognizes projects and contractors for their quality installations. Last year, Elmer W. Davis, Inc., headquartered in Rochester, New York was recognized for their outstanding workmanship and superior installations of Tremco Roofing systems. The company ...
Meet MVP and Best of the Best Winner Brandon Reese
By Lauren White. A Sergeant First Class in the National Guard has found a career in roofing. Every year, outstanding employees are nominated by their coworkers for the Roofing Alliance’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award program. This award recognizes and celebrates workers in two categories: 1) Workers who exemplify dedication ...
The Latest Volume of the NRCA Manual is Available
The NRCA Roofing Manual Membrane Roof Systems—2019 is available in the NRCA Bookstore. This volume of the manual provides information about the design, materials and installation techniques applicable to membrane roof systems used in low-slope roof system applications. It includes information about roof decks, air and vapor retarders, rigid board insulation, ...
The Roofing Alliance Announces 2019-2020 Melvin Kruger Endowed Scholarship Recipients
Five new students receive $5,000 scholarships. The Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), proudly announces the Roofing Alliance Melvin Kruger Endowed Scholarship Recipients for 2019-20. Since 1986, The Roofing Alliance has invested time and funding not only to educate the roofing industry but also the industry's youth ...
