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The future of roofing clean-up
By Jonny Suchor. An insight into Rocket Equipment's game-changing innovation explained by Tom Christner. During the 2024 International Roofing Expo, Karen Edwards from RoofersCoffeeShop® spoke with Tom Christner of Rocket Equipment about their latest innovation, the Trash Rocket. According to Tom, "The Trash Rocket is a mobile trash chute that's ...
Weathering the storm: The power of metal roofing
By Anna Lockhart. In harsh environments with high winds and hail, nothing comes close to the power of metal roofing systems. At the upcoming Win the Storm Conference from March 14 - 16, 2024, meet with the metal experts at the Sherwin-Williams MetalVue and Roofing Passport booths to discuss ...
Stop Snows from “Slip Sliding Away”
Snow retention systems are a priority with solar panels in areas with heavy snow fall. There’s a good reason Michael Stowe added solar panels to the top of his home. Between mid-March and late-September, his home in British Columbia, Canada receives more than 12 hours of sunlight a day. However, that ...
The StrongHold™ PVC unveiled
By Jonny Suchor. Understand the ins and outs of Bitec’s StrongHold™ PVC membrane, tailored for modern building requirements. The StrongHold™ PVC from Bitec® represents a leap in roofing technology, offering a range of high-performance single-ply membranes designed to cater to the diverse needs of modern buildings. StrongHold PVC and ...
Ensuring quality and longevity: A guide to metal roofing terminology
By Anna Lockhart. Metal roofs can come in all shapes, sizes and styles. Determining the best fit for a project can sometimes be a challenge, so here’s a closer look at the various factors that go into creating the perfect metal roofing system. Editor’s note: The Metal Roofing Alliance ...
Polyglass to unveil new roofing and waterproofing products at IIBEC 2024
Experience the future of roofing technology with Polyglass at the 2024 IIBEC Trade Show in Phoenix. Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., known for pushing the boundaries of innovation in weather-resistant roofing and sealing technologies, will be at the Phoenix Convention Center for 2024 IIBEC Trade Show, from March 8-11 at booth #417. At ...
The case for 26 gauge
Insights into choosing the right thickness for residential roofing. Let’s talk about gauge selection. A common question, especially in the residential roofing market is, what thickness of steel should my metal roof be? This is a seemingly basic question with a difficult and nuanced answer. There are a multitude of factors ...
Mastering aluminum panel systems
By Jonny Suchor. This comprehensive guide helps contractors find optimal aluminum panel wall systems for their projects. Selecting the ideal aluminum panel wall system for a building involves both aesthetic preferences and practical considerations to ensure cost-efficiency, visual appeal, structural integrity and environmental sustainability. There are many variables to consider ...
New Tech Machinery unveils latest updates to its SSQ II™ MultiPro
By Anna Lockhart. In an effort to better the equipment based on customer feedback, the brand has created a more efficient and safer version for customers to enjoy! New Tech Machinery (NTM) has recently enhanced its SSQ II™ MultiPro Roof and Wall Panel Machines by adding painted covers and ...
Traversing the heights: Field details for steep-slope roofing
By Polyglass. From foundation to finishing touches, don’t overlook the details when installing your next steep-slope roofing project. Steep-slope roofing systems have several roofing details to consider before and during installation, from wall flashing to roof penetrations and valleys. To be successful in installation, you must first have a stable ...
