Industry News
Are Cool Roofs More Energy Efficient in Cooler Climates?
ARMA’s educational sessions at RCI to examine eight years of data comparing the energy efficiency of reflective and highly insulated low-slope roofing systems. Washington, D.C. – Roofing industry professionals can gain valuable insight on the energy-efficiency performance of cool roof coverings in northern climate zones when compared to highly insulated ...
NERCA Convention Spotlight - CEUs Available for Vegetative Roof Systems
Educational Seminar for MA and RI License Continuing Education Credits – “Vegetative Roof Systems” with Thomas Hanzély of Firestone Building Products. With the focus on sustainable design growing in the commercial building and construction sectors, vegetative roof systems offer an easy way to incorporate sustainability into a commercial building envelope. What ...
Double D Roofing & Sheet Metal Honored with 2018 CNA/NRCA Community Involvement Award
Double D Roofing & Sheet Metal receives award that honors charitable works performed by NRCA contractor members. New Orleans—In recognition for its years of work helping mentally, emotionally and physically challenged individuals, Double D Roofing & Sheet Metal of York, Pa., has been presented with the sixth annual CNA/NRCA Community Involvement ...
Expand Your Roofing Contractor Business with These Cutting-edge Seminars at the Western Roofing Expo 2018
WSRCA has put together an amazing line-up of premium educational workshops for you - the roofing contractor - to succeed in today's competitive business environment. WSRCA knows that you as a roofing or waterproofing contractor need to stay on top of the latest technical developments in the industry — and ...
JobNimbus at the RISE Un-conference: How Technology for Contractors Keeps You Accountable and Scalable
It’s something contractors or business owners wonder about: how to succeed long-term. by Emily Hughes, JobNimbus. The good news is, while every organization is unique, you can take advantage of tools like technology for contractors, as well as guiding principles to make sure you’re leveraging that technology toward going the distance. As a ...
FRSA is offering the CERTA Train-the-Trainer program on May 18!
The Certified Roofing Torch Applicator (CERTA) program has been designed to address the concerns of building owners, roofing contractors, the insurance industry, fire and code authorities, roofing material manufacturers, equipment manufacturers and fuel suppliers. During a train-the-trainer workshop, you will complete a 10-hour accreditation program about how to teach torch ...
International Roofing Expo has Banner Year in New Orleans, Prepares for Nashville
This year’s International Roofing Expo (IRE) was the most well attended in the event’s history with a seven percent increase over last year. New Orleans, LA —The International Roofing Expo® (IRE), sponsored by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), concluded this month with great success. Held February 6-8, 2018, the ...
Texas Roofing Conference Registration is Now Open!
RCAT’s 43rd annual conference is set for October 10-12, 2018 at the Gaylord Resort and Conference Center in Grapevine, Texas. REGISTER TODAY! EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS MAY 31 Roofing Industry Professionals, join us for a Texas-sized Convention & Trade Show featuring 100+ Exhibitors, Educational Seminars, Golf Tournament & Welcome ...
Roofing Technology Think Tank members spend the day on Capitol Hill
It is a good day when you can meet a group of technology thought leaders and exchange notes. By Shashi Bellamkonda, Surefire Local. The occasion was the meetup of Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3), a consortium of thought leaders exploring emerging technology solutions for the roofing industry at the ...
March is National Ladder Safety Month
Every step matters: From step stools to an extension ladder, make sure you're putting the right foot forward. Every year over 300 people die in ladder-related accidents, and thousands suffer disabling injuries. Join the American Ladder Institute (ALI) in celebrating the second annual National Ladder Safety Month, designed to raise ...
