Industry News
How Transportation is Factoring into Material Shortages
By Meta Team. Meta Team examines how long lead times are factoring into the material shortages. The material shortages felt by the roofing industry are indicative of multiple factors. That is why Meta Team has done the research, looking into all of the reasons why these shortages are happening. ...
MCA Welcomes Two New Member Companies
Lorin Industries and Metallic Products have recently become members of the Metal Construction Association. The Metal Construction Association (MCA) is proud to announce two companies have recently become members of the association: Lorin Industries and Metallic Products. These two companies have joined 100+ MCA member companies which include manufacturers and suppliers dedicated ...
OSHA Expanding The Electronic Recordkeeping Rule
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. OSHA has been very busy the last few months with new rulemaking and is not expected to slow down anytime soon. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a proposed rule, Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses, on March 30, 2022. It dramatically expands ...
NCCER Enhances Testing With Automated Remote Proctoring
Through their partnership with Invigulus, an online remote proctoring platform, this updated technology allows students to take tests at their convenience. Module testing with The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is now available at any time and from any location with Automated Remote Proctoring. In addition, it allows ...
Partnership With Angi Leads to Growth for These Roofing Company Owners
By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. Angi celebrates partner Mighty Dog Roofing’s success, demonstrating what commitment to the success of your partners looks like. Mighty Dog Roofing hosted its inaugural Raise the Roof Celebration in Dallas from February 9-11, 2022 to great success, thanks to the support of Diamond Sponsor ...
Registration is Open for the 2022 Western Roofing Expo!
This year's Western Roofing Expo will be at the Paris Las Vegas, September 24 - 26. Early Bird registration* is currently open for the 2022 Western Roofing Expo! Roofers, learn how to modernize your business, address labor shortages and implement technology to maximize your profits! Network with your local distributor and ...
SRS Announces Expansion in New York With the Acquisition of Florence Corporation and Amagansett Building Materials
Florence Corporation and Amagansett Building Materials are leading distributors of building products, including lumber, roofing, siding, windows and doors. SRS Distribution Inc. (“SRS”) announced today that it has acquired Florence Corporation (“Florence”) and Amagansett Building Materials (“Amagansett”) (collectively, the “Company”). The corporation has five locations throughout the Long Island area. Terms ...
How to Attend CCN’s RENOVATE Spring Conference for FREE
By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. Early bird registration is open for Certified Contractor Network’s RENOVATE Spring Conference this April, offering a discount price that is too good to pass up. This year’s CCN’s RENOVATE Spring Conference is almost here! The conference will be held in Scottsdale, Arizona April 28-30 ...
Stormseal Stands up to Recent Louisiana Storms and Tornadoes
Homes ‘shrink wrapped’ in the FEMA/U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pilot program following Hurricane Ida were undamaged by recent spring storms. Stormseal, the game-changing storm response solution that provides powerful protection to homes and buildings until permanent repairs can be made, remained intact and undamaged following recent powerful storms and ...
3 Must-attend Events at the Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) New Pacific Northwest Regional Trade Show!
RCAW hosts “Tenacious Trio” of events including sporting clays, a biannual dinner and the PNW regional tradeshow. The Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) is hosting their Pacific Northwest regional tradeshow April 21- 22, 2022 at the Muckleshoot Events Center. With up to 79 exhibitors and nine educational track sessions, ...
