Metal Roofing
FlashCo Expands into PDVF Edge Metal
By Cass Jacoby. FlashCo joins us on the RoofersCoffeeShop® soundstage at WRE to talk about the advantages that come with being able to install something onto the roof right away. Karen L. Edwards invites FlashCo’s Josh Chester and Rob Drew to the RoofersCoffeeShop soundstage for a LIVE! interview at the ...
Research Finds Sub-purlin Systems Increase Roof Load Capacity
By Evelyn Witterholt. After extensive research and tests, Roof Hugger found that their sub-purlin systems enhance existing weight capacities on roofs. When sub-purlin systems were on the rise in the 90s, there were concerns amongst the roofing industry of the additional dead load risks. Although roofing contractors liked that sub-purlin ...
Understanding Metal Shingle Roofs
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Get clear on the specifics of metal shingles. It can be difficult to understand the strengths and weaknesses of different shingle materials. Scouring the internet for answers will often leave you with ambiguous information. Having an in-depth understanding of the term “roofing shingles” is ...
High-performance Athletic Center Gets a High-performing Metal Upgrade
By Metal Construction Association. Northern Arizona University athletic center gets a sleek new look with metal wall panels. The Student-Athlete High Performance Center at the Northern Arizona University recently got a new look with the help of metal wall panels. The 72,000 square-foot center for training, medicine and academic support ...
How to Outlast the Elements
By Mike Gwizdala, EXCEPTIONAL® Metals. Metal roofs are meant to stand up to nearly all environmental struggles; discover how this building material can benefit any structure. It doesn’t matter if you live in the lines of hurricanes or in hailstorm alley, the odds are that extreme weather will strain your ...
This Black Metal Barndo is a Triple Threat
By Evelyn Witterholt. With a beautiful exterior made of metal, glass and wood, it’s easy to see why this Oklahoma barndo stands out from the rest! Barndominiums, a.k.a. ‘barndos’, have been on the rise across the southern U.S. for quite some time now, and it’s no wonder why. Homeowners who ...
Finally, a Roof With Brawn and Beauty
By Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA). New roof on this Oregon home protects against the elements while adding a healthy dose of curb appeal. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know that when it comes to curb appeal, the roof can make or break the home design. That being ...
Metal Roofing Clips Explained
By Holly Roenicke, EXCEPTIONAL® Metals. Why are standing metal seam roof clips important? Learn everything you need to know about this seemingly small aspect of metal roofing. There is more to a metal roofing project than just panels and frames. It is easy to overlook metal roofing clips in a project because ...
When is the Best Time to Buy a Portable Roof Panel Machine or Gutter Machine?
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here are the considerations you should be making regarding the best time to purchase a portable rollforming machine. Although the price of a portable rollforming machine is one of the top considerations you’ll be making before purchasing one, you should also be thinking about when the best ...
Try the Holy Grail of Metal Sealants for Free
By Cass Jacoby. Titebond® WeatherMaster™ Metal Roof Sealant is the high-performance sealant that lets you deliver peace of mind to your customers. As a roofing contractor, you know just how tricky it can be to bond something to metal. The first challenge is finding a sealant that can adhere ...
