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Building a stronger trade together
By Emma Peterson. IFD connects professionals thousands of miles apart, creating conversations that can lead to practical solutions for contractors in the field. In 1952, the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD) was founded with the goal of being “a unifying network of national roofing associations, industry partners and ...
How global connection makes the entire roofing industry stronger
By Emma Peterson. The launch of RoofersCoffeeShop.global creates a dedicated place for roofers around the world to share ideas, innovations and experiences with each other. In a special first episode of the Global Roofing Road Trips® podcast, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Gary Howes of The Durable Slate Company to discuss ...
Every roofer faces storms sometimes
By Emma Peterson. NFRC's Weather the Storm campaign offers a practical framework for discussing wellbeing on and off the jobsite. The roofing trade can be a very high-pressure space to work. From managing physical risks like weather and working height to balancing mental tasks like deadlines and client interactions, it can all ...
IFD membership connects roofing professionals worldwide
By Megan Ellsworth. Global connections, technical insight and industry leadership make membership valuable. For roofing contractors, manufacturers, associations and technical experts looking beyond their local markets, membership in the International Federation for the Roofing Trade offers a direct connection to the global roofing community. The IFD serves as an international ...
Best of the Best 2026 contest is open for slate roofing
By Jesse Sanchez. Slate roofers can submit project videos through November 30 for a chance to earn international recognition and experience a trip to Spain. Entries are open for Best of the Best 2026, READYSLATE®’s annual competition celebrating craftsmanship and excellence in natural slate roofing. Now in its sixth annual ...
The past, present and future of IFD
By Emma Peterson. For more than 70 years, IFD has connected roofers across borders and they’re not stopping any time soon. In 1952, the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD) was founded. Since then, both the industry it supports, and the organisation have grown greatly. To learn more about ...
Bridging UK and US Roofing
In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group to explore his experience working in the United Kingdom roofing market. John shares how his involvement across the pond has shaped his perspective on roofing practices, workforce development and industry collaboration. Tune in ...
Roof batten compliance alert!
By The Coffee Shops®. NFRC renews their warning for contractors to watch for potentially noncompliant roofing battens and shares tips on verifying their materials. National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) is urging roofing contractors, merchants, housebuilders and the wider construction supply chain to remain vigilant after receiving photographs of ...
Global roofing leaders gather for IFD’s Connection Forum
By Emma Peterson. From recycling initiatives to project case studies, the Connection Forum offers attendees a chance to explore industry challenges through an international lens. In less than a week, the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD) will be hosting their first ever Connection Forum in Vienna, Austria! This two-day event ...
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Heidi J. Ellsworth to share the NWIR story with Raise the Roof
By The Coffee Shops. From connection to leadership, the roundtable will explore the NWIR story and the future of women in roofing. Raise the Roof has become a leading voice for women in the U.K. roofing industry, bringing together professionals from across the sector to support career development, foster connections and ...
