Metal Roofing
Roofing Materials That Can Withstand the California Climate
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. You may be surprised to discover which roofing materials are best suited for California’s strict building code regulations. There is a good reason for the rigid environmental and building code regulations of California. Climate conditions in this state vary wildly. The structures built here need ...
Supercharging Solar: How the Inflation Reduction Act Transforms the U.S. Solar Market
Discover how the recent Inflation Reduction Act is set to revolutionize the U.S. solar market! With a target of achieving 30% of U.S. electricity generation from solar by 2030, this legislation brings exciting changes that could impact your solar journey. ☀ The Role of Metal Roofs in the Solar Equation ...
Answer Me This! Who Does Metal Roofing Job Packs the Best?
By Dani Sheehan. Provide feedback and enter to win a gift card from Construction Solutions! We want to hear from you, and by answering a single survey question, you can win $50! The Answer Me This! program is sponsored by Gibraltar Building Accessories and is part of their “Construction Solutions” ...
Educate Your Customers to Ensure Protection Against the Elements
By Royalty Companies. If you work in an area susceptible to hurricanes or other extreme weather, it is important to help homeowners understand which roofing materials will best protect their homes. While there is no guarantee to protect a home against extreme weather events, contractors understand the role of roofing ...
Metal-over-metal Versus TPO Overlays: Quality Reigns Over Cost in Retrofit Roofs
By Cayden Wemple. Metal-over-metal roofing continues to reign supreme. When presenting a metal-over-metal retrofit roof project to potential customers, it is crucial to inquire about their exploration of competitive products, particularly TPO overlays. Not surprisingly, your customer may perceive the less expensive TPO overlay as equal. However, the ...
How the Metal Construction Association is Driving Innovation and Collaboration in the Industry
By Adam Cabrera. Learn about the people working to provide the metal construction industry with unique networking opportunities, solutions and business expertise. In a recent podcast, Heidi J. Ellsworth had the pleasure of speaking with Jeff Henry, the executive director of the Metal Construction Association (MCA). With a focus ...
How DuPont ™ Tedlar ® Film is Making Metal Roofs Stand the Test of Time
By Adam Cabrera. Risks of corrosion led Total Roofing Systems to Tedlar®, a robust PVF alternative to traditional paint. In a recent episode of the Roofing Road Trips podcast Kyle Merman of Total Roofing Systems and Corynn Sheridan of DuPont Tedlar® informed us about new technologies in world of metal ...
Fiber Cement Siding Angle Cutter
The Malco FCC7 Fiber Cement Siding Angle Cutter, cuts multiple angles in Fiber Cement Siding with Guillotine Precision. The nickel plated blade design with a high leverage handle, requires less force to produce clean cuts with minimal air-borne dust. The blade is anchored above the large guillotine plate to allow ...
Cast Steel Seamer & Tongs
The Malco Seamer & Tongs line features generous throat depths and openings to handle a broad range of bending and seaming applications. Durable all-cast-steel construction with heavy-duty pivot point ensures long service life. Comfortable vinyl cushioned grips facilitate easier one-hand operation. S10 – Straight Seamer & Tongs – Precision ground jaws ...
Hand Seamers With Forged Jaws
Malco Hand Seamers, with forged steel jaws, are the premier choice for bending, folding, flattening and straightening sheet metal edges or safely gripping and moving sheet metal around the job site. These seamers are available in 3 inch (76.2 mm) and 6 inch (152.4 mm) jaw widths as ...
