Metal Roofing
Unveiling the HVAC/R connection
By Jesse Sanchez. Explore the vital link between HVAC/R and metal construction to enhance efficiency, sustainability and performance. For those in the metal construction industry, understanding HVAC/R (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration) is not just an advantage — it’s essential. The efficiency of a building’s HVAC/R system is closely tied to ...
What to Know About Steel Tariffs
Join us for this Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by Sherwin-Williams, as we discuss how the 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports will affect the metal construction industry. Hear from industry experts who break down the history of steel tariffs and their immediate financial impact on metal manufacturers and contractors. They ...
A deep dive into metal benders
By Emma Peterson. Malco Tools provides their contractors with the right tool for every project. Since Mark W. Keymer, a young steel supply salesman, began manufacturing and marketing a pipe crimper of his own invention in 1950, Malco Tools has been creating the tools of the trades. Today, that legacy ...
Van Mark's Trade Show Video Playlist
See more videos from Van Mark Products on their YouTube channel. To learn more about Van Mark Products, visit their Coffee Shop Directory. Live from IRE 2026 with Van Mark Products LIVE from IRE 2026 with Van Mark! Live from CRE 2025: Van Mark Products! LIVE @ JLC LIVE 2025! LIVE from IRE 2025 with Van ...
Supporting the future of the industry
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the MCA scholarship program and how it is creating brighter futures. Since the 1980s, the Metal Construction Association (MCA) has worked tirelessly to help manufacturers, suppliers and contractors succeed. Whether it’s through marketing and educational promotion of metal in the building envelope or taking action on public ...
The NFBA Expo is back and bigger than ever
By Emma Peterson. Check out over 170 exhibitors, incredible education sessions and hands-on demos at the 57th annual NFBA building expo this April. The International Roofing Expo (IRE) might be over, but trade show season is still in full swing! In a new episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat ...
There’s snow time like the present to learn about snow retention
By Emma Peterson. Learn how Rocky Mountain Snow Guards are educating homeowners and contractors alike this March for National Snow Guards Safety Month! In a new episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth hosted Lars Walberg and Zach Stopyro to talk about the first annual National Snow Guards Safety Month, March ...
Top February articles: Tradeshow season and industry expertise
By Emma Peterson. Check out what The Coffee Shops™ readers have been interested in this month! For the roofing and construction industries, February is the heart of the famous “tradeshow season.” The Coffee Shops™ crew has loved going from event to event, catching up with colleagues, meeting new friends and learning about ...
Metal Roof Installation Manual now available in English and Spanish
With 20 chapters, over 200 pages of content, and more than 400 illustrations, photos and charts, this manual serves as an essential tool for professionals at all levels. The Metal Construction Association (MCA) is pleased to announce the release of the "Metal Roof Installation Manual," now in both English and Spanish. ...
That’s a wrap on IRE 2025!
The Coffee Shops crew reflects on our favorite interactions, interviews, booths and moments of IRE 2025. Editor’s note: The following is the transcript of a conversation The Coffee Shops crew had after the final day of the International Roofing Expo. Tim Ellsworth: My favorite story of IRE week happened today. I met ...
