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Benchmark strengthens Board of Directors with two new appointments
Benchmark, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Kongable, retired President of Crystal Group, and Thomas E. Pientok, former President & CEO of Timberline Manufacturing, as independent members of its Board of Directors. Benchmark, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Kongable, retired President of Crystal Group, ...
Danger beneath the surface: How precision prevented disaster
By Benchmark. One roofing project, 300 feet of hidden risk and zero margin for error or hesitation. Strategic actions were implemented to ensure a precision response. When construction crews step onto a roof, few expect danger to be lurking just beneath their boots. But at a critical industrial site, a ...
Roofing meets reality
By Jesse Sanchez. From tech to teamwork, leaders share insight at the industry's go-to gathering. Benchmark’s President, Vincent Ellison and Sr. Roof Consultant, James Santiago brought candid insight and industry optimism to the Sound Stage at International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) 2025, highlighting the growing need for connection, innovation and ...
Ensuring the strength of every roof
By Benchmark. Proactive inspections turn potential roof failures into success stories. It’s the part of a roof most people never see — and often, the part that gets ignored. In the rush to meet production targets and lay down as many roofing squares as possible, critical steps like checking the structural integrity ...
The value behind commercial roof warranties
By Curtis Liscum, RRC, RRO of Benchmark. Unveiling the promise and potential of your roofing investment. Commercial roof warranties are more than just paperwork — they can be a critical layer of protection for one of your building’s most essential components. While some may view them skeptically as mere sales ploys, these ...
Perdido en la traducción: Por qué el idioma importa en la industria de techos
Por Emma Peterson, traducido por Jessica Bravo. Descubre el poder del multilingüismo en la industria de techos cuando se trata de generar confianza y aumentar las ventas. En los Estados Unidos se hablan cientos de idiomas además del inglés. La Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU. informó que, en 2019, casi ...
Building stronger collaborations in roofing
By Jessica Bravo. Learn about the role of ongoing conversation in collaboration between roofing contractors and consultants. In an episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with the now retired Ron Harriman, from Benchmark to discuss the evolving relationship between roofing contractors and consultants. ...
Navigating commercial property insurance trends
By Jesse Sanchez. Understanding key shifts in property insurance policies is crucial for managing risks effectively in the face of significant weather events. In an era of increasing climate volatility, property insurance for commercial buildings is evolving rapidly, reshaping how claims, particularly those related to roofing systems, are evaluated and resolved. Benchmark, ...
Essential safety tips for your next paving project
By Troy Kaiser, Benchmark. Five key practices to improve safety and efficiency on-site. Safety is a priority in paving projects and following proper safety protocols is key to achieving a successful and accident-free outcome. Benchmark highlights five crucial safety guidelines that can greatly improve both safety and efficiency on your ...
Coffee Conversations - Acquisition Frenzy! Where is the Industry Going? - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Jason Stanley of IB Roof Systems, Reid Ribble previously of National Roofing Contractors Association, Brian Whelan of Roof Resources, Ron Harriman of Benchmark and Ed Krusek of Hunter Panels. You can read the interview below, listen to the ...
