Metal Roofing
Get a complete course in metal roofing from the MCA
By Metal Construction Association. This Metal Roof Installation Manual is a great way to expand your knowledge! With more than 200 pages of content divided into 20 chapters and three appendices, the Metal Construction Association (MCA)’s Metal Roof Installation Manual is the go-to course for learning best practices involving metal roofing. This ...
Don’t believe the myths! Reduce risks in sheet metal bending operations
By Dani Sheehan. Register for this webinar and learn how light curtains protect against hazards, prevent access to danger zones and enhance protection for equipment and personnel. Have you heard that certain safety systems will slow down your productivity when using sheet metal bending machines? It’s time to set the record straight. ...
Nailing it
By Anna Lockhart. Industry expert explains the importance of wooden nailers, their design functions and how to choose the right alternatives. In an episode of the Roofing Road Trips® podcast, host Karen Edwards sat down with Eric Younkin, leader of the product and engineered services team for Carlisle ...
Roofing show brings new industry insights and excitement
By Jesse Sanchez. Networking and education take center stage at the Colorado Roofing Association Trade Show. The Colorado Roofing Association (CRA) Trade Show continues to solidify its reputation as a must-attend event for industry professionals, offering a vibrant marketplace of ideas, networking and education. Among the enthusiastic participants at this year’s event ...
Get a behind-the-scenes look at leading manufacturing plants
By Emma Peterson. This is a great opportunity for roofing professionals to learn about the products they use day-in and day-out. Throughout the year, Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) hosts Roadshows around the country. These are exciting opportunities for roofing owners and professionals to expand their knowledge and connect with colleagues. ...
Copper is more than third place
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the beauty, durability and versatility of copper as a roofing material. In 2024, Rocky Mountain Snow Guards noted an annual growth of 20% per year for copper snow retention products in the last decade. This increase in sales for copper reflects a larger rise in the market ...
Innovations revolutionizing sheet metal manufacturing
By Staffan Åkervall, CIDAN Machinery Group. Learn about the cutting-edge features that are transforming the sheet metal industry. CIDAN Machinery Group’s Thalmann TD double folder is the future of metal processing. As the patent is pending, get to know this game changing machine. This machine utilizes cutting-edge technology to make ...
Tariffs, trade and tomorrow: Charting the future of metal construction and design
By Fiona Maguire-O'Shea, METALCON staff writer. As the industry braces for further volatility, the messages conveyed emphasize the need for adaptability, vigilance and collaboration. Navigating a turbulent economic landscape has become the order of the day for the metal construction industry. In a recent webinar hosted by METALCON Online, industry leaders came ...
A symbol of safety and strength in the community
By Dani Sheehan. With the inclusion of metal wall panels in this fire station’s redesign, La Crosse is investing in its first responders and public safety. Fire stations are a vital part of the community’s safety network, and just as we adapt to new technologies as society evolves, buildings can become outdated ...
Wood you believe it’s metal?
By Emma Peterson. Meet the siding that brings the benefits of metal with the beauty of traditional board and batten. If you’ve watched any home renovation show in the 2010s, you saw the rise of the modern farmhouse firsthand. If you weren’t watching HGTV or DIY Network, these homes often featured large, ...
