Metal Roofing
Melissa Dunson and Chris Morris : Unlocking Roofing & Siding Potential
In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Megan Ellsworth is joined by Central States’ Senior Marketing Manager, Melissa Dunson, and Stonegate CEO and Sherwin Williams’ MetalVue Partner, Chris Morris, to discuss the exciting trend of roofers expanding into siding services and exploring how roofing and siding naturally complement each other. They’ll ...
Retrofit roofs: The power plants of tomorrow
By Dale Nelson, president of Roof Hugger, LLC. One roof, two jobs — providing protection from the elements now, offering clean energy production for decades to come. A roof is no longer just the structural lid that protects buildings from the elements. It's becoming a launchpad for the next wave of energy ...
Andrew Wilson - Making Metal Roofing Easier
In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi Ellsworth sits down with Central States’ Vice President of Innovation and Product Engineering, Andrew Wilson, to explore the rapidly growing metal roofing industry and why it's becoming one of the hottest sectors in construction. They’ll discuss how metal roofing, though different from traditional ...
Installing solar and snow guards on metal roofs: Design tips for installers
By Ali Turner, S-5! content writer. This Colorado office building integrates solar modules and snow guards seamlessly on its roof. When planning the solar layout for your metal roof, it’s crucial to thoughtfully position the modules to capture the maximum amount of sunlight. For roofs in areas with heavy snowfall, accurate calculations ...
Silverthorne Fire Station set to open with comprehensive snow retention system for metal roof
Snow retention system to safely manage the region’s heavy snowfall and protect both people and property. When Summit Fire & EMS in Summit County, Colorado holds the grand opening of Station 10 in Silverthorne on June 4, there likely won’t be snow on the ground. However, the roof on the new ...
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, ...
