Products & Services
The role of CRRC product ratings in enhancing community resilience
By Emma Peterson. The Cool Roof Rating Council is simplifying access to cool surface performance data that can help us build healthier cities. Our built environment is heating up and with that comes health and energy resilience issues in our communities. In fact, an article by Beatriz Cardenas, Shazabe Akhtar ...
Raising the self-storage standard
By Jenny Yu. Central States Manufacturing continues to expand its Sentry lineup with security-focused innovations for modern storage projects. An exciting new product has hit the market: Central States Manufacturing’s Sentry self-storage combo latch. In further expanding its impressive Sentry product line, Central States Manufacturing establishes itself as a ...
What contractors are saying about HailGuard™ shingles… and why it matters for your business
By TAMKO®. Real-world reactions that help you sell smarter, close faster and stand stronger after the storm. When hail hits a neighborhood, the roof isn’t the only thing on the line — so is your reputation. That’s why more contractors are paying attention to how HailGuard™ shingles are performing — not just in ...
CertainTeed expands solar leadership with Solstice™ Mounting System, delivering a fully integrated roofing and solar solution
The result is a smarter, more reliable approach to solar that simplifies installation, enhances long-term value and sets a new benchmark for integrated solar roofing systems. CertainTeed, a leading North American manufacturer of sustainable building materials, continues to redefine what’s possible in the solar industry by delivering comprehensive, system-based solutions rooted ...
Protecting lives from the top down: Why roofing matters in healthcare facilities
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. In healthcare, roofing is not just about the physical buildings; it is about patient safety and uninterrupted care. Healthcare facilities are among the most demanding environments in construction. Hospitals, surgical centers and specialized care facilities operate around the clock with no tolerance for failure. While attention ...
Finding the 99%: How Reworked.ai helps contractors target homeowners who actually need a roof
By Reworked.ai. Most contractors fight over the same 1% of homeowners already searching for a roofer. Reworked.ai was built for everyone else. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo, Karen Edwards of RoofersCoffeeShop® sat down with Fred Castonguay, co-founder of Reworked.ai, to talk about a problem most contractors don’t realize they have: they’re ...
A multi-faceted solution for flat roofs
By Jenny Yu. S-5! introduces their latest solar attachment product to the general construction market. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo (IRE), Karen Edwards spoke with Todd Lindstrom, product specialist at S-5!, about the company’s new product, the Facet™ Mount and how this development broadens the company’s reach across ...
Building a more versatile business with spray foam
By Dani Sheehan. Contractors looking to differentiate in 2026 are finding new opportunities in spray polyurethane foam (SPF) roofing systems that solve challenges traditional systems can’t always address. For contractors looking to grow their commercial capabilities, spray polyurethane foam (SPF) can be more than another system to offer. It can ...
From coatings to covering the full building envelope
By Jenny Yu. ASC Building Materials is positioning itself as a rising force in the roofing and building materials space. Momentum is building for ASC Building Materials as the company continues to expand its footprint through their product offerings and industry presence. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo, Megan ...
Roofing tools focus on safety and all-weather performance
By Jesse Sanchez. Contractors gain access to new ladder safety equipment, roofing repair materials and cutting tools designed to improve jobsite efficiency and protection. Manufacturers across the roofing industry continue introducing products aimed at improving jobsite safety, repair performance and efficiency in demanding working conditions. Recent product announcements from Wryker ...
