Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
The MCA wants you...
By Emma Peterson. ...to join them and grow your metal network and resources! Since 1983, the Metal Construction Association (MCA) has worked tirelessly to promote the use of metal in the building envelope. From marketing and education to advocating for public policy changes and initiating research and testing, MCA has ...
Are you slated to be a winner?
By Emma Peterson. Every day over 200 slate roofs are installed, and this international competition is looking for the best ones! Since 1892, CUPA PIZARRAS has been an international leader in the production and distribution of natural slate. Simply put, "One out of every two pieces of slate installed in ...
Half a century of industry leadership
By Emma Peterson. WSRCA is a foundational part of the industry. Learn about their journey to where they are today! 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA)! In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sat down with WSRCA’s President, Mike Wakerling; their ...
Edge to edge, deck to sky, this project is breathtaking and inspiring!
By Emma Peterson. Meet the winner of the Duro-Last® 2023 Edge-to-Edge & Deck-to-Sky™ Award, Palmer Roofing! Enterprise School District, which rests in the shadow of the stunning Wallowa Mountains, is the educational foundation for over 400 students in Enterprise, Oregon. For years, the educators and staff have been fighting roof ...
Learn how to create buildings that endure at this conference!
By Emma Peterson. The 2024 RAiNA Conference is the perfect place to brush up on your knowledge of sustainability in the industry! On November 7, 2024, you will want to be in Chicago, Illinois so you can watch the future of sustainable and resilient construction unfold at the Rainscreen Association ...
The importance of attending roofing expos and conventions
By Emma Peterson. Learn how education and networking opportunities at trade shows can boost your professional growth. Tradeshow season is officially in full swing! In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sat down with Les Sims to talk about the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) ...
From the lab to the roof: How standards shape the roofing industry
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the science and testing necessary to ensure roofing materials are safe and durable! While construction and laboratory science don’t necessarily seem like two peas in a pod, testing is a crucial part of the industry that ensures roofing products, materials and systems meet strict safety, ...
The four pillars of business success
By Emma Peterson. Learn how you can train your team for success in a market where service is key. When it comes time to get a new roof, customers often don’t actually care about the roof. They care about not having water leaking into their building, they care about ...
Creating a path to success
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the Clemson University and Roofing Alliance college courses that are creating new roofing career opportunities. The constant struggle due to the labor shortage has become a norm in the roofing industry, but the Roofing Alliance is hoping to change that with their collaboration with Clemson ...
Rewarding excellence
By Emma Peterson. Learn how KARNAK’s Q Applicator program elevates contractor training and rewards. Many manufacturers in the industry have developed brand loyalty programs that help their contractors provide better service to their clients and get perks along the way. In this episode of CoatingsCast™, Karen Edwards sat down with ...
