Metal Roofing
The evolving role of metal in modern building design
By Jesse Sanchez. Industry voices shed light on the latest metal trends, consultant collaborations and market uncertainties at IIBEC 2025. Amid the hum of industry professionals and innovation on display at the 2025 IIBEC Convention, one conversation at the IB Roof Systems-sponsored soundstage stood out. Bob LeClare, director of perimeter edge business ...
Build beauty with Brava
By Brava Roof Tile. Learn about the different types of roof materials on the market and why synthetic composite is such a good choice. A roof is the first line of defense between your home and the elements, whether that’s a frigid, snowy winter or the fierce rays from the ...
7 ways to be inspired this Earth Day
By Metal Roofing Alliance. Enact change through interactive projects with your community to combat climate change. On April 22 each year, Americans celebrate Earth Day, a holiday which serves a reminder of the beauty of Mother Nature and to give back by participating in green initiatives in your community. With ...
Calculating the R-value of insulation
By Drexel Metals. Having a high R-value is critical in determining a material’s insulation capabilities, a necessity for optimizing energy efficiency. Industry experts break down the calculation process of a building material’s R-value. In building for a greener, more energy efficient tomorrow, it’s vital to take into consideration the accurate ...
FORSTNER – An Austrian legacy of excellence in sheet metal machinery
By CIDAN Machinery Group. CIDAN Machinery Group took readers on a tour of the impressive headquarters of the Austrian brand, FORSTNER, a producer of some of the world’s finest sheet metal machinery. For over fifty years, the metal experts at FORSTNER have been dedicated to creating high-quality sheet metal machinery, ...
A smarter roof overhead: Metal roofing's rise in modern construction
By Jesse Sanchez. Energy efficiency, design flexibility and long-term value make metal roofs more than just a trend. For homeowners and builders navigating today’s roofing market, metal is quickly rising to the top — not just for its clean, modern lines but for its long-term performance and sustainability. A new buyer’s guide ...
Roof takeoffs part 2: Manual measurement methods
By Central States. Grab your tape measure and calculator because it’s time to dive into the technical parts of roof estimating. In a previous article, we covered how important the roof takeoff is to a successful project. To refresh your mind, roof takeoff is a term that refers to the ...
What you need to know about tariffs in the metal industry
By Dani Sheehan. Understand the immediate financial impact of steel and aluminum tariffs on our industry and explore strategies you can use to stay ahead. Steel and aluminum tariffs are back in the spotlight – and they’re more complex (and costly) than ever. Whether you’re a contractor sourcing metal panels, fasteners or ...
What causes snow to buckle on a metal roof?
By The Metal Roof Experts at S-5! Learn how to reduce the risk of snow buckling on a metal roof even when proper snow guards are in place. Even when a snow retention system is properly installed, under certain conditions, snow can still slide off a metal roof unexpectedly. One of the ...
Homeowners in hurricane and tornado-prone regions are taking action, making improvements to better protect their homes
While officials in the Gulf Coast debate whether asphalt shingle roofs are appropriate for residential homes in the region given the possibilities of catastrophic hurricane damage, homeowners who have experience riding out monster storms aren’t waiting for updated codes or standards to tell them they need better performing roofs. That’s the ...
