Metal Roofing
Innovación, educación y el impulso que mueve a la industria hacia adelante
En todo el piso de exhibición, las entrevistas en el escenario y las sesiones educativas, IRE 2026 dejó en claro que la industria del techado no se está quedando quieta. Mientras la comunidad define el corazón de la International Roofing Expo (IRE), la innovación define su ritmo. Desde herramientas impulsadas ...
A better way to lay new metal on old steel
By Jesse Sanchez. A company built on a dedication to quality and craftsmanship finds new ways to make old metal buildings feel safe again. As shared on this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Dale Nelson, founder and president of Roof Hugger, joined vice president D.J. Highnote to discuss how a ...
Cool metal roofs: Where efficiency meets durability
By Emma Peterson. Discover why metal roofing is leading the market when it comes to cool roofing solutions. Finding success in a competitive industry like roofing is all about differentiating yourself and knowing what your customers want. And right now, some of the primary concerns for home and business ...
Adding dimension to design
By Jenny Yu. Western States Metal Roofing provides digital tools to help simplify visualization and accelerate projects. Western States Metal Roofing is making it easier for contractors to make their designs come to life. With its downloadable 3D Textures Library and E-Samples, the brand allows project teams to visualize ...
Metal roof thermal expansion: Key insights for solar installers
By Ali Turner, S-5! Living Hinge clamps allow secure mounting of solar panels and ancillaries without restricting movement. Metal roofing systems are built to accommodate movement. Day after day and season after season, panels naturally expand and contract with temperature changes. Issues arise, however, when rooftop components are installed without accounting ...
Metal building industry prepares for a tech-forward 2026
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Artificial intelligence, leadership development and member participation are central to this year’s initiatives. In its latest newsletter, the Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association (MBCEA) is kicking off 2026 with important deadlines, expanded conference opportunities and a strong focus on artificial intelligence as a driver of progress across ...
ATAS expands prepainted aluminum thickness offering
The expanded thickness range addresses increasing market demand for heavier-gauge, prefinished metal materials that combine durability and aesthetic versatility. ATAS International, a leading manufacturer of premier metal roofing, wall panels, ceilings and accessories, announces the expansion of its offering of prepainted aluminum flat sheets and coils to include thicknesses up to ...
Stronger retrofits start with what’s underneath
By Jesse Sanchez. What Roof Hugger’s leaders say about the importance of purlin strength for aging metal buildings. Metal roofs are everywhere and as they age, owners must decide whether to patch, replace or upgrade their roof with long-term performance in mind. In this episode of MetalCast™, Roof Hugger leaders ...
Where solar meets snow safety
By Jenny Yu. TRA’s Faux Panel Mount helps contractors safely integrate snow management with Tesla Solar Roof systems. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth spoke with Mindy Dahlquist, business development manager of TRA Snow & Sun, and Nick Zavala, brand president of American Home Contractors, to ...
Solar mandate compliance with metal roofing
By Jenny Yu. Homeowners must consider durability, weight and energy performance when planning for solar. As California continues to push toward renewable energy goals, roofing decisions are becoming more closely tied to solar requirements. In the article “What homeowners need to know about the California solar mandate” by Trevor ...
