Hickman Edge Systems
Busting myths about edge system testing standards
By Metal-Era and Hickman Edge Systems. There are many myths about the ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 test standards floating around the community, and it’s time to put them to rest! ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 refers to the test standard for edge systems in low slope-roofing. Testing standards are incredibly important to ensuring that a ...
Recent technological advances and risk mitigation strategies in the roofing industry
By Jonny Suchor. New innovative technology is helping increase efficiency in the roofing industry, and adherence to building codes can save your business. In a recent Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth talked with Eric Younkin, the vice president of products and engineered services at MTL Holdings, parent ...
Get to know the GT-1 and the XL gutter - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Eric Younkin from MTL Holdings. You can read the interview below or watch the webinar. Heidi J. Ellsworth: Hello, and welcome to another lunch-and-learn from Roofer's Coffee Shop. My name is Heidi Ellsworth. Today, we're here to talk about ...
Automation and Technology: The Answer to Today’s Labor Shortage
By Dani Sheehan. Innovative technology not only ensures reliable solutions in edge metal but creates a more diverse pool for the workforce and addresses the problem of labor in roofing. In Season 1 Episode 13 of MetalCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Brad Van Dam of MTL Holdings, parent ...
Sharpen your knowledge of code requirements and how to meet them!
By Anna Lockhart. Looking to expand your understanding of ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1? This upcoming webinar will cover all you need to know about the subject and more! Tune in on Tuesday, November 28 at 12 p.m. ET to the upcoming webinar from Jason Hildenbrand, which will showcase the need-to-know learning ...
Don’t Fight the Spec: Find Compliant Solutions for Your Roof Edge
By Dani Sheehan. Disregarding code and cutting corners is risky business. But compliance doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive when you choose the right manufacturer. Testing for edge systems on low-slope roofs is required in every state. By disregarding this testing or code compliance for your area, you risk ...
The U.S. and its Revolutionary Energy Codes
By Metal-Era. When met with an energy crisis, the United States developed necessary energy codes. When the U.S. experienced its first true energy crisis in the early 1970s, the government took steps to address the issue. New regulations resulted in the creation of regulatory bodies and the development of standards ...
What You Need to Know About Building Codes and Risk Mitigation in the Roofing Industry
By Adam Cabrera. Proper adherence to building codes can not only improve the roofing industry but also potentially save lives and property. In a recent Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Eric Younkin, vice president of products and engineered services at MTL Holdings, to talk about ...
GT1 XL Gutters – A Quality XL Solution for Your XL Project Needs!
By Anna Lockhart. Eric Younkin shares why the latest gutter innovations from Metal-Era are changing the game, one install at a time! As the leading-edge metal systems manufacturer in the country, the metal experts at Metal-Era, an MTL Holdings company, are dedicated to pushing the innovation envelope in ...
From Supply Chains to Labor Shortages: Top Advocacy Issues in the Roofing Industry
By Adam Cabrera. From green initiatives to workforce development, Brad Van Dam offers an insightful overview of the roofing industry's current state. The roofing industry is facing a series of challenges, ranging from labor shortages to supply chain disruptions. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips, host Heidi J. ...
