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A growing sector: Metal roofing
By Emma Peterson. Brian McLaughlin shares insights on the exponential growth of the metal roofing market over the last 15 years. Recently, the metal roofing industry has experienced rapid growth. In this MetalTalk, Karen Edwards sits down with Carlisle Architectural Metals (CAM) Director of Associations, Brian McLaughlin, to talk about ...
Drexel Metals - Grow your Roofing Business with Metal - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Carlisle Architectural Metals (CAM) Director of Associations, Brian McLaughlin. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Intro: All right. Hi, everybody and welcome to this MetalTalk from MetalCoffeeShop. My name is ...
Unlock growth in metal roofing
By Dani Sheehan. Whether you’re new to metal roofing or already roll-forming and looking to grow, this MetalTalk is packed with insights and tools to help launch you into an expanding market. Metal roofing continues to increase in popularity. If you’re looking to diversify your offerings or learn a new skill, now ...
Calculating the R-value of insulation
By Drexel Metals. Having a high R-value is critical in determining a material’s insulation capabilities, a necessity for optimizing energy efficiency. Industry experts break down the calculation process of a building material’s R-value. In building for a greener, more energy efficient tomorrow, it’s vital to take into consideration the accurate ...
3 metal trends for 2025
By Drexel Metals. Find out the top trends inspired by last year’s METALCON! Each year, it’s exciting to see which new trends emerge from the trade show floor of the biggest shows of the season. This year, the Drexel Metals team was excited to learn about the new products, services and business ...
National Snow Guards Safety Month continues through March
During National Snow Guards Safety Month messages of safe installation practices and the need for snow guards are being shared nationwide. Throughout the month of March, the roofing industry is placing extra attention on the value and safety associated with snow guards. Expert safety support Snow guards are sturdy pieces designed to be ...
Stay cool this summer
By Drexel Metals. Making a building more ecofriendly is cooler, both for you and the planet! Sustainable building is a multifaceted practice. Not only does it encompass choosing construction methods that reduce the impact on the surrounding environment, but it also includes which materials to use when building. Overall, those looking to ...
Top February articles: Tradeshow season and industry expertise
By Emma Peterson. Check out what The Coffee Shops™ readers have been interested in this month! For the roofing and construction industries, February is the heart of the famous “tradeshow season.” The Coffee Shops™ crew has loved going from event to event, catching up with colleagues, meeting new friends and learning about ...
How metal has become a sustainable asset
By Drexel Metals. Metal roofing has quickly become the unsung hero and star of eco-conscious designs. With climate change impacting the globe, it's increasingly important to focus on sustainable construction and carbon footprint mitigation. As a leading consumer of energy and generator of emissions, the construction industry must seek greener approaches to ...
Explore the benefits of on-site rollforming
By Drexel Metals. On-site rollforming provides efficient solutions for labor and cost savings while optimizing operations. With construction costs and demand for both residential and commercial projects remaining high in 2025, along with the persistent labor shortage, it’s more critical than ever for contractors to prioritize efficiency in both cost ...
