Industry News
IKO breaks ground on XPS insulation manufacturing facility in Brantford
New facility strengthens IKO’s vertically integrated manufacturing network and marks another major milestone in the company’s 75-year history. IKO, a worldwide leader in the roofing, waterproofing and insulation industry for residential and commercial markets, officially broke ground today, on its new extruded polystyrene (XPS) insulation manufacturing facility in Brantford, Ontario. David ...
RCMA highlights contractor opportunities, technical leadership and industry growth
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. RCMA is encouraging greater participation from contractors and industry professionals while reinforcing the value that coatings bring to building performance, sustainability and roof longevity. The Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA) recently shared a strong message in their May newsletter, "RCMA's Latest in Roof Coatings!," of continued momentum across ...
Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association welcomes Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., to membership
Leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems becomes a member of North American polyiso insulation trade association. The Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association (PIMA), the trade association representing North American manufacturers of polyiso insulation, is pleased to announce the approval of Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., as a regular manufacturer member. Polyglass is a ...
Why government affairs matter to every roofing professional
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. The policies shaping the future of roofing. As I begin my service on the board of directors for the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), one of the most valuable parts of the onboarding process has been gaining a deeper understanding of the association’s government affairs efforts. While ...
The Roofing Alliance announces 2026-27 leadership
This distinguished leadership group represents some of the industry’s most respected and forward-thinking professionals, whose collective leadership continues to drive meaningful progress across the roofing industry. The Roofing Alliance proudly announces their Board of Trustees for 2026-2027. Sherri Miles of J.D. Miles & Sons Inc., Chesapeake, Virginia, will serve as president ...
Eagleview and Nearmap reach settlement in patent dispute
The resolution brings the matter to a close and allows both companies to focus fully on their respective business priorities and customers. Eagleview and Nearmap have reached a settlement resolving their litigation pending in the United States District Court for the District of Utah dating back to 2021. The parties have ...
SPRI announces plans to revise test standard for external gutter systems
This standard provides methodology for the structural testing of Gutters used with low-slope roofing. SPRI, the association representing sheet membrane and component suppliers to the commercial roofing industry, announced that ANSI SPRI GT-1 R2022 Test Standard for External Gutter Systems is being revised and will be re-canvassed for approval as an ...
SPRI announces plans to revise test standard for edge systems used with low slope roofing systems
This standard is now undergoing its regular review as required by SPRI’s ANSI procedures. SPRI, the association representing sheet membrane and component suppliers to the commercial roofing industry, announced that BSR/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 “Test Standard for Edge Systems Used with Low Slope Roofing Systems” is being revised and will be re-canvassed ...
14 years of skills demonstrations: NFRC returns to Edinburgh Castle for Build Your Future Skills event
The Nat 5 in traditional roof slating and tiling, delivered in schools by NFRC Members, is now in its second year and has expanded to more schools across Scotland. On 27 and 28 May, NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) returned to Edinburgh Castle to support the Build Your Future ...
SRS Distribution announces expansion in Chicago with the acquisition of Industrial Cork Company’s commercial roofing division
Jeff DeJong will continue to lead the commercial roofing business under the SRS brand banner, ensuring continuity and consistency for customers, suppliers and employees. SRS Distribution Inc. (“SRS”) announced today that it has acquired from Industrial Cork Company, Inc. (“CORCO” or the “Company”) its commercial roofing business unit, ...
