Products & Services
The future of hex drivers and fasteners
By Malco Tools. Learn about how the powerful 7-in-1 C-RHEX® Flip Bit Series by Malco can help you on the job! This incredible series, the 7-in-1 C-RHEX® Flip Bit, is basically an on-the-go toolkit for trade professionals. Crafted with high-quality materials, the experts here at Malco Tools designed this series with precision ...
A guide to using a wet mil gauge
By Jesse Sanchez. A practical tool for accurate coating measurements. In the coatings industry, precision is key, and a wet mil gauge is an essential tool for ensuring coatings are applied at the correct thickness — crucial for both durability and warranty compliance. According to Progressive Materials, accurately gauging the thickness of ...
S-5! unveils next-gen snow guard system and offers expert education at the International Roofing Expo
Show attendees can stop by booth #19078 to see firsthand the all-new ColorGard 2.0 snow retention system, designed for both standing seam and exposed fastened metal roofs. S-5!®, the industry leader in metal roof attachment solutions, will debut its new and improved ColorGard® 2.0 snow guard system at the International Roofing ...
The future of single-ply heat welding
By Emma Peterson. Tune into this RLW, live from IRE 2025, to hear from Leister experts about the changes and innovations in the heat welding sector. The International Roofing Expo (IRE) is just around the corner, and we couldn’t be more excited here at The Coffee Shops. We have a slew of ...
Building a better roof: Inside the metal roofing revolution
By Jesse Sanchez. Roofing Passport simplifies metal roofing, empowering contractors to sell with ease. Recently we sat down with Sherwin-Williams representatives Brendan McGinnis and Junny Lee to learn more about Roofing Passport, which is poised to disrupt the residential re-roofing market. More than just a tool, the platform is part of Sherwin-Williams’ ...
The backbone of roof durability
By Jesse Sanchez. Waterproofing isn’t just an afterthought — it's the foundation of a long-lasting roof, protecting homes from the hidden damage of water infiltration. In the roofing industry, waterproofing products play a critical role in safeguarding buildings from water damage in the long run. While many homeowners may focus on shingles ...
BITEC® adds new base sheet to Imperflex® self-adhered product line
The integrated Imperflex residential roofing solution is used on residential roofs where slope prevents the effective use of shingles, tile or metal. BITEC, Inc. will be introducing its Imperflex® SA2 two-square self-adhered base sheet at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) in February, in response to contractor requests for a two-square option ...
The essential roof inspection guide
By The Roof Gallery. Don’t wait for disaster — ensure your roof is ready for anything. When was the last time you gave your roof the attention it deserves? In places where intense weather swings from summer storms to winter chill, your roof quietly takes the brunt of it all. But neglecting ...
Hex drivers of all shapes and sizes
By Emma Peterson. Learn about three of Malco’s innovative and versatile drivers. Malco Tools got started in the 1950s when Mark W. Keymar, a steel supply salesman started making and marketing a pipe crimper he invented. Though they started with just one ductwork tool, today Malco produces a wide variety of tools ...
Cooling roofs around the world for decades
By Emma Peterson. Learn why cities around the world, like Dubai, choose Topps Products for their roofs. Nestled along the shore of the Persian Gulf sits the stunning city of دبي, in English, Dubai. One of the wealthiest of the emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates (UAE) federation, Dubai has ...
