Metal Roofing
Reliable machinery without added costs
By Dani Sheehan. CIDAN Machinery is committed to helping you stay ahead in uncertain times. Every project depends on timing, cost and consistency, which can be challenging to accommodate in today’s economy. With increasing global supply chain issues, rising tariffs and shifting policies, you may now be navigating a maze of unexpected ...
How heating, ventilation and air conditioning sectors are adopting new technology
By Malco. Learn about the impacts of AI and automation on the crucial HVAC industry. Like many of the industries around the world, HVAC is on the cusp of a digital revolution. This is because of the development and advancement of automation and artificial intelligence (AI). The impact of these ...
Celebrating architectural sheet metal craftsmanship
By Emma Peterson. Submit your sheet metal projects to MRCA’s 2025 Sheet Metal Award before June 30! Since 1949, the Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) has been helping roofing professionals across the region build their businesses and improve the standards of their work. Today, they are still continuing that mission in a ...
MCA Summer Meeting 2025
You’re invited to attend the Metal Construction Association (MCA) Summer Meeting! Join us June 10-11 in Rosemont, IL. This event is a must for everyone in the metal construction industry, regardless of your company type, product specialty, or professional role. Here’s what you can look forward to: Insights from Experts: Learn how ...
5 metal roofing designs that turn heads
By ASC Building Products. Looking for inspiration in bringing a metal roofing project to life? Check out these stunning standing seam installations! For those looking to modernize their property with a new, stylish look, metal roofing panels are a great way to maximize curb appeal while also ensuring their home ...
METALCON 2025
Page sponsored by: METALCON 2025 The largest international event in the metal construction and design industry. For 30+ years, METALCON has been the only annual tradeshow devoted exclusively to the application of metal in construction and design. With its dynamic exhibit hall, interactive education sessions and access to the Who’s Who ...
How textured finishes are changing the game in metal design
By Jesse Sanchez. Standardized palettes and real-wood aesthetics are making metal coatings more appealing than ever. As the demand for more sophisticated, weather-resistant building materials grows, AkzoNobel is stepping up with textured coatings that not only deliver on performance but bring design flexibility and ease of planning into the spotlight. In this ...
Making it count: Capturing homeowner attention in a fast-paced world
By Anna Lockhart. In the day and age of social media and short attention spans, it’s critical to have a simplistic, yet catchy marketing strategy. Does your messaging meet the cut? In a recent Coffee Conversations sponsored by Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), host Karen Edwards sat down with ...
Rethinking retrofits: What works and what fails
By Jesse Sanchez. Explore the reasons why some retrofitting systems are failing and how one company says it's getting it right. While retrofitting aging metal roofs is standard practice, many widely used methods fall short of structural standards, exposing buildings to serious risks during extreme weather. Roof Hugger, ...
12 important questions to ask when looking for a qualified roofer
By Metal Roofing Alliance. Re-roofing projects are no simple task, and it’s critical to make sure you’re absolutely ready to take on such a project! The experts share questions to ask roofers so that you can find the best professional for the job. Each year, as the spring ...
