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GAF celebrates golden shovel groundbreaking for state-of-the-art roofing manufacturing facility, bringing 130+ skilled jobs to Newton, Kansas
New facility to boost local economy, expand GAF’s national manufacturing footprint and support long-term community partnerships in Harvey County. GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, today announced that construction has begun on its new, world-class shingle manufacturing facility in Newton, Kansas. GAF leadership, local ...
John Barkhouse appointed next chief executive officer of GAF
John Altmeyer to become executive chairman; Transition effective January 1, 2026. Standard Industries, a privately-held global industrial company with over 20,000 employees across approximately 50 countries, and GAF, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer, today announced the appointment of Barkhouse as chief executive officer of GAF, effective January 1, 2026. Current CEO ...
Roofer Chicks and GAF donate a new roof for Rock Haus Foundation
The Rock Haus building, home to a day program for adults with special needs, was replaced for the first time in over 20 years. Rock Haus Foundation, a local nonprofit that aims to enrich the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Comal County, Texas, recently received a ...
RoofConnect, Platinum Roofing and GAF donate a new roof for The Helping Hand of Greater Little Rock
The Helping Hand of Greater Little Rock in Little Rock, Arkansas recently received a new roof from local contractors, RoofConnect and Platinum Roofing, along with GAF, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer. Due to severe weather damage and natural aging, the roof of Helping Hand needed urgent repair. Nails fastened across ...
Q&A – Building balanced ventilation
Looking at their pole frame building, this homeowner had some questions about managing ventilation in the roof and came to the experts for advice. Michael from Washington had some work done on their roof, which included ridge vents, but not soffit vents. Curious and looking for advice about why, they ...
Help homeowners weather the storm
By GAF. Roofing contractors can play a critical role in helping communities recover from storm damage – lead with confidence when you’re backed by GAF’s support. As extreme weather events grow more frequent and severe, homeowners are looking for trusted professionals who can guide them through resilient roofing solutions that meet evolving ...
Capacitaciones y certificaciones
Por Jessica Bravo. ¿Por qué certificarse? La importancia de la educación continua en techado. En un nuevo episodio de La Voz de los Ruferos, Jessica Bravo conversa con Moises Morales de Select Adjusters sobre la importancia de las capacitaciones y certificaciones para los profesionales de habla hispana en la industria ...
GAF, Myerstown Borough and local residents partner to reimagine recreation space
Colorful, custom designs using StreetBond coatings were applied to enhance pavement durability, help cool surfaces and build community pride through innovation, engagement and art. Myerstown Borough and GAF, North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, recently teamed up to bring colorful and protective pavement coatings to help transform the Myerstown Recreation ...
GAF and Valdosta City officials celebrate new world-class commercial roofing plant
The celebratory event featured remarks from local city officials and GAF, demonstrations on the products produced at the new facility, and tours of the new plant. GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, in partnership with the City of Valdosta, celebrated the opening of the ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® En Español: 5 artículos más leídos del mes de abril
Por Jessica Bravo. ¡Descubre cuáles fueron los temas que más llamaron la atención de los lectores de The Coffee Shops™ durante abril! Otro mes, otro éxito para RoofersCoffeeShop® en español. Este mes, los artículos más leídos abarcaron desde cumbres y exposiciones, una colaboración icónica, la entrada al mundo de la ...
