IRE – International Roofing Expo
Why SkillsUSA matters for the future of the industry
By Emma Peterson. Sherri Miles explains how SkillsUSA is creating a stronger talent pipeline for the roofing industry. Across the United States, SkillsUSA regional competitions are heating up in preparation for the 2026 SkillsUSA National Championship, which will be held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia this ...
Expanding access, innovation and safety
By Jenny Yu. Advanced machinery and expanded distribution partnerships are making MetalForming solutions more accessible across North America. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo, MetalForming LLC showcased more than new machinery. According to Chad Rowe, business development manager at MetalForming, the company is pairing high-performing equipment with expanded partnerships ...
Cordless welding tool expands repair capabilities on the roof
By Jesse Sanchez. A new battery-powered solution is helping contractors complete roofing repairs more efficiently in hard-to-access environments. Contractors focused on service and repair routinely face a practical issue: how to bring dependable welding equipment onto the roof without adding complexity or compromising performance. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) ...
Providing new formulations and robust service
By Jenny Yu. H.B. Fuller showcases Millennium PG-1 EF ECO₂ at IRE 2026. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo, Lauren White of The Coffee Shops™ spoke with Porter Temple from H.B. Fuller about the manufacturer’s newest products and industry trend insights. The main product Porter highlighted was the ...
Los asistentes de IRE retribuyen a la comunidad
Por Jenny Yu, traducido por Alberto Torres. El 17.º Proyecto Anual de Servicio Comunitario reunió a 30 voluntarios para ayudar a residentes necesitados de Las Vegas. Antes de que expositores y asistentes llenaran el piso de exhibición de la International Roofing Expo, 30 voluntarios se reunieron el lunes 19 de ...
Smarter sales conversations start with better content
By Jesse Sanchez. Centralized sales content and analytics can help contractors strengthen close rates, improve consistency and create confident customer conversations. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE), conversations extended well beyond topics of technology used for production and jobsite operations. For many contractors, one of the biggest opportunities lies earlier ...
Get ready for National Roofing Week 2026!
By Emma Peterson. Celebrate your crew and share your story with NRCA this June. Roofing is the hidden hero in many people’s lives; roofs protect their homes, families, businesses and possessions from the elements. To raise awareness about the significance of roofing and the important work of professionals across the ...
The launch of Carlisle’s ThermaThin™ 7 at IRE 2026
By Emma Peterson. Learn about Carlisle’s new high R-value polyiso insulation and the benefits it offers contractors. The International Roofing Expo (IRE) is one of the biggest and most influential trade events for the roofing industry. As such, it is often where companies announce new products and innovations – ...
The secret sauce: Innovation, efficiency and cost-effectiveness
By Jenny Yu. At IRE 2026, MetalForming introduced new equipment designed to help contractors streamline operations and expand capabilities. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo, contractors came searching for tools and technology that can help them work smarter, faster and more profitably. MetalForming was ready to provide, showcasing their ...
4 practical takeaways on what AI use looks like in practice
By The Coffee Shops™. From marketing to operations, AI is beginning to reshape how roofing companies work — but success depends on how it’s used. On the final morning of International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2026, a packed room of contractors, manufacturers and industry professionals gathered early for a timely conversation ...
