Metal Roofing
Western States Metal Roofing keeps jobsites on schedule with fast pickup and nationwide delivery
By The Coffee Shops®. Streamlined ordering process gets materials to contractors in record time. Having the right materials ready when they are needed can help contractors and manufacturers keep production schedules on track and projects moving forward. Western States Metal Roofing supports those needs through its dedicated Coil and ...
ES-1 compliance doesn't always require a cleat
Understanding the role of testing in commercial roof edge assemblies. One of the most common misunderstandings in commercial roofing is the belief that ES-1 compliant edge metal always requires a cleat. Contractors often hear the terms "ES-1" and "cleat" used together so frequently that they begin to view them as inseparable. ...
ATAS is recognized as a legacy 10 company at METALCON
ATAS has been instrumental in improving the performance, durability, efficiency and design versatility of metal building products. ATAS International is one of only ten companies that have exhibited at every METALCON since the inaugural event in 1991. Over the past 35 years, their ongoing commitment has helped reshape the metal construction ...
How code knowledge protects roofing profits
By Jesse Sanchez. A mandated roof replacement can create costs far beyond the price of the installation itself. Roof replacements are expected when systems reach the end of their service life, but replacing a newly installed roof for a technical violation presents an entirely different challenge for contractors. Mike Silvers, CPRC, owner of ...
Snow Retention Strength Starts at the Seam
In this MetalTalk™ episode, Karen Edwards sits down with Mindy Dahlquist of TRA Snow and Sun to break down the basics of snow retention for metal roofs. Learn how panel and seam profiles impact clamp strength, why adding more bars doesn’t necessarily create a stronger system and why snow retention ...
Snow retention without roof penetration
By The Coffee Shops®. Learn how clamp-on snow guards provide standing seam metal roofs with snow retention without drilling holes or using set screws. Snow and ice buildup can cause significant damage to people, property and roofing systems. In climates with heavy snowfall and cold temperatures, roofs must be equipped to weather ...
Contractors gain more control through fabrication flexibility
By The Coffee Shops®. Learn how Petersen helps contractors balance jobsite control with manufacturer-backed systems. For metal cladding contractors, timing, scheduling and material management can have a major impact on project success. In a recent MetalCast™ episode, Karen Edwards sat down with Ken McLauchlan of Carlisle Architectural Metals to discuss how Petersen ...
Metal roofing growth starts with the right training
By The Coffee Shops®. Contractors entering metal roofing can build a stronger foundation by understanding the precision, education and support system the trade requires. Metal roofing continues to present opportunities for contractors looking to expand their offerings, but taking advantage of that demand requires more than adding another roofing option ...
AWMI 2026 Annual Conference
November 11, 2026 @ 9:00 am - November 13, 2026 @ 11:59 pm EST Savannah Marriott Riverfront | Savannah, Georgia Don't miss the AWMI 2026 Annual Conference, a premier gathering of professionals across the metal industries committed to leadership, innovation, and connection. This year's event will be held at the Savannah Marriott ...
Geocel® 4350™ Hybrid Construction Sealant delivers lasting protection
By The Coffee Shops®. A permanently flexible, weather-resistant formula provides strong adhesion for metal roofing, siding and general construction applications. Construction sealants must withstand structural movement, moisture and changing weather without shrinking or cracking. The Sherwin-Williams brand, Geocel®, has developed the 4350™ Hybrid Construction Sealant, engineered to create a strong, watertight bond ...
