Metal Roofing
Keeping up with metal demand
By Jenny Yu. Explore how contractors can overcome common barriers and transform their workflows with the proper training and resources. In a recent Lunch & Learn titled “Building Better Metal Roofing Installers,” host Megan Ellsworth spoke with John Sheridan, MCS Influencer and owner of Sheridan Metal Resources, ...
Metal is for everyone
By Anna Lockhart. As metal building materials continue to rise in popularity, it’s time for contractors across the building envelope to get in on the action! For superstar brands like Central States Manufacturing, the International Roofing Expo (IRE) is the perfect place to show off their latest product offerings ...
Architectural Sheet Metal Project of the Year Award
Time Frame: Project must be substantially completed between Jan 1, 2025 and Dec 31, 2025. Eligibility: Must feature significant use of Architectural Sheet Metal of 20% or more. $100 paid submission fee per application High-resolution photos, jpg, png, or pdf accepted One application per project, multiple projects allowed Judging Categories & Criteria: New Construction Integration of ...
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 ...
Maximizing Metal Margins With MetalVue
Metal roofing is exploding across every segment of construction, and contractors who want to grow need to be paying attention. In this MetalTalk ™, sponsored by Sherwin-Williams, we dive into what is driving that demand and how contractors can capitalize on it, whether they are adding metal for the first ...
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 ...
