Metal Roofing
Metal retrofit strengthens Baltimore cruise terminal roof
By Jesse Sanchez. Engineered metal-over-metal retrofit improved wind performance efficiency and long-term durability for a high-traffic waterfront facility. In 2011, Metal-Fab Manufacturing and Roof Hugger delivered a complex metal-over-metal retrofit for the Port of Baltimore Cruise Terminal, completing a much-needed public infrastructure upgrade. The 65,000-square-foot facility serves cruise passengers traveling ...
FRSA Expo returns with top-tier education and industry backing
By Jenny Yu. Contractors will gain practical insights from leading experts while connecting with top manufacturers and suppliers. The Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) is hosting its 104th Convention & Expo from June 10-12, 2026, at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in in Kissimmee, ...
METALCONLive! 2026 Webinar
In this METALCON Live!, Heidi J. Ellsworth brings together a designer, manufacturer and contractor for a real-world conversation on barndominiums, one of the fastest-growing trends in metal building today. Blending residential living with durable, efficient construction, barndominiums are reshaping how owners think about design, performance and cost. This panel dives ...
Road to FRSA 2026
By Emma Peterson. The highly anticipated 104th Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Association Convention and Expo is just around the corner! In a new Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sat down with Tibor Torok, president of the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metall Association (FRSA), for a conversation about their ...
Everything you need to know about metal’s solar compatibility
By Anna Lockhart. MRA launches an all-new webpage detailing comprehensive and valuable insights for navigating the compatibility of solar and metal roofing materials. Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), is a proud source of informative and educational resources for residential metal roofing materials and applications. To further provide the public with ...
Real-world education on metal design — Built for you
By Metal Construction Alliance. Join us to learn design‑focused, technical and practical tips from three experts, including an award-winning architect and an industry-leading specifier! You're invited to earn up to three continuing education (CE) credits at a new, half-day educational program on May 29, 2026 in Chicago. Form, Function, and Finish: Designing ...
Project of the Year winners announced by ATAS
The seven award categories included: commercial roofs, commercial walls, residential roofs, residential walls, accents, sustainable and interiors. The winners of ATAS International’s 2025 Project of the Year competition were announced on May 4th. First, second and third place winners in each of seven categories were chosen by an independent panel of ...
Meet the metal moment at this MetalTalk™!
By Jenny Yu. The upcoming webinar will gain insight into the evolving opportunities within the rapidly growing metal roofing market. Across the construction industry, metal roofing is becoming an increasingly important category for contractors focused on long-term growth. An upcoming MetalTalk™ titled “Maximizing Metal Margins With MetalVue” will explore ...
Best practices for attaching accessories to R-panel roofs
By Ali Turner, S-5! R-panels are a reliable, budget-friendly metal roofing choice — but how you attach accessories matters. R-panel is a durable and economical metal roofing profile commonly installed on commercial facilities, metal buildings, agricultural structures and barndominiums. However, as many roofing contractors have found when troubleshooting leaks or panel ...
One partner for the whole building envelope
By Jenny Yu. Carlisle Architectural Metals simplifies complex roofing projects with integrated systems and hands-on support across every stage of construction. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas, Lauren White of The Coffee Shops™ stopped by the Carlisle Architectural Metals (CAM) booth to learn about how the ...
