Metal Roofing
The role of collaboration in developing high-performing snow retention systems
By Jenny Yu. TRA Snow and Sun leaders discuss product design and the push for industry standards. In this MetalTalk™, Karen Edwards spoke with TRA Snow and Sun’s Business Development Manager Mindy Dahlquist and Technical Director Lane Gardner about how collaboration and testing are shaping the future of snow ...
Special people building special projects
By Jenny Yu. For Viotell Metal Concepts, the magic lies not in the machinery or the metal; it lies in its people. Inside Viotell Metal Concepts, innovation begins not with machines but with people. The company’s leaders, founder and CEO Gonzalo Tellez and COO Anthony Ortega, have built a ...
Engineered for extremes
By Emma Peterson. Metal roofing is rising in popularity around the country thanks to its ability to withstand various climates. In his role as a regional sales manager for Westlake Royal Building Products, Mitch Heitsch works with contractors and clients across various regions, from North Dakota to Florida. This has ...
Western States Metal Roofing’s Wood-Look Panels steal the show at IRE 2026
By Jenny Yu. Western States Metal Roofing showcased its manufacturing process and new product innovations at IRE 2026. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo, Western States Metal Roofing debuted a new booth featuring its first 3D display, giving attendees a hands-on look at the company’s growing line of metal ...
Metal roofing estimates made easy
By Jenny Yu. Sherwin-Williams' Roofing Passport brings speed, accuracy and confidence to custom metal roofing bids. As metal roofing continues to gain ground in the residential market, Sherwin-Williams is equipping contractors with tools to compete more effectively. In this RLW®, Karen Edwards spoke with Junny Lee and Heather McGinnis of ...
Preparing roofs for winter hazards
By Jenny Yu. Industry experts explain how snow retention technology is evolving to improve safety and roof performance. Safety has always been the primary reason for snow retention systems, but evolving roof materials and weather patterns are increasing awareness of their importance across the country. In a recent ...
Debunking metal myths
By Jenny Yu. Discover the facts behind some of the most common misconceptions about metal roofs. Metal roofing is growing to be one of the most popular roofing material choices, and for good reason. Metal is versatile, durable and cost-effective, requiring less maintenance than most traditional materials and ...
Going above and beyond with new metal equipment
By Jenny Yu. MetalForming is expanding its equipment portfolio with new roll forming and architectural fabrication solutions designed to meet growing demand. As metal construction continues to grow across the industry, manufacturers and contractors are looking for equipment that can meet their expanding operational visions. MetalForming is responding to that ...
Ruferos se reúnen para capacitación en mejores prácticas de techos metálicos
Por Alberto Torres. Entrenamiento en Miami reúne a contratistas para mejorar la instalación de techos de metal. Sherwin Williams MetalVue organizo un evento en Miami, Florida este Febrero 2026 donde Top Metal lideró la capacitación llevando a cabo un entrenamiento especializado y enfocado en la instalación correcta de sistemas para ...
Bridging cultures and eras through metal roofing
By Jenny Yu. Schechtl’s commitment to craftsmanship, innovation and youth education highlights the evolving future of metal roofing. At the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD)’s Young Roofers Competition in Austria, Heidi J. Ellsworth had the opportunity to speak with Maria Schechtl, CEO and owner of Schechtl, along ...
