Technology
Looking for Labor in all the Right Places
In this RoofersCoffeeShop® special RLW®, Heidi J. Ellsworth meets with experts from Labor Central and SRS Distribution to discuss how technology is creating solutions for the industry. Finding labor has become one of the biggest challenges in the industry, and as with everything today, technology is playing a role in ...
The Importance of Preventing Leaks in Mass Timber Roofs: Mitigating Moisture Risks for Long-term Durability
By SMT Research. Understand the risks of water exposure in mass timber construction and effective prevention strategies. As time goes on, mass timber, particularly the use of cross-laminated timber (CLT), is used more and more in construction. Understandably so, as it's a fantastic sustainable and cost effective alternative to traditional building materials ...
Georgia-Pacific Building Products Business Constructs a Better Customer Experience With the Virtual Remote Assistant
Georgia-Pacific’s Building Products business now offers innovative virtual jobsite visit technology through its technical services department. The Virtual Remote Assistant (VRA) is a new tool the Georgia-Pacific tech services team can use to augment and expedite the customer service experience. VRA, in use since January 2023, allows the tech services team to ...
Find the Right Crew When and Where you Need Them
By Dani Sheehan. You might not be able to control the weather or material shortages, but now you can control all your labor needs in one convenient app. Living in the digital era, information is at your fingertips. That should mean that labor is at your fingertips as well, but in ...
The Future of Technology: Hottest Trends in the Metal Construction Industry
By Dani Sheehan. By incorporating new technologies into your metal business, you can better manage your operations, expand your marketing reach and improve employee training. The industry is buzzing with the latest and greatest technology to add to your business. In an episode of MetalTalk, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat ...
Giving you the Edge on Reliable Roofing Solutions
By Dani Sheehan. MTL Holdings and Metal-Era are investing in advanced automation and engineering technology to ensure reliable solutions for their customers and employees. When people start to talk about robotics and automation, it can be easy to immediately jump into the negative consequences that might result as the industry ...
7 New Technology Trends That Are Shaping the Construction Industry in 2023
By ABC Supply. Stay up to date on the latest advances in construction technology. The construction industry is constantly changing and evolving, especially when it comes to technology trends. Now more than ever before, tech advances are helping contractors build their customer bases and finish projects more efficiently. Newer technologies can also provide ...
6 Time Savers to Help You Conquer Busy Season
By Anne Redd, AccuLynx. How to streamline time-sucking routine tasks so you can have time running your business. Busy season isn’t called that for no good reason! Effective time management is the key to not getting overwhelmed while business is booming. Using construction business management software like AccuLynx, is an ...
Jobba's Guide to Roofing Technology's 4 Biggest Advancements
The roofing industry has undergone a digital revolution, and technology advancements are reshaping the way contractors and business owners operate. Keeping up with these innovations can be challenging, but it’s crucial for staying competitive in today’s fast-paced business landscape. Fortunately, Jobba has created a comprehensive guide to help roofing contractors and ...
Roofing in the Digital Age and Why Contractors Must Adapt
By Adam Cabrera. The world of roofing is undergoing a transformative shift, thanks to technology. On a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Mathiew McDaniel and Travis Harvego of Roofle. A tech company that has been at the forefront of change in the roofing ...
