IRE – International Roofing Expo
Unveiling game-changing integrations
By Jesse Sanchez. With bold new partnerships and streamlined financing tools, this tech company is reshaping how contractors do business. As the roofing industry converged on the annual International Roofing Expo (IRE), one tech company captured early buzz on the show floor with tools designed to eliminate contractor headaches and ...
Roofing’s new secret weapon
By Jesse Sanchez. A next-gen air barrier is turning heads at roofing expos and changing how contractors think about moisture. A quiet shift is happening in the roofing industry and if you weren’t at the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE) or International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC), you may ...
A superior acrylic coating makes its debut
By Anna Lockhart. Progressive Materials showcased their latest product, AC-1200, at the 2025 IRE trade show, offering attendees a first look at the acrylic coating’s quality design. In a conversation with Progressive Material’s Director of Technical Services, Jay Mitchell, live from the trade show floor at this year’s International ...
Bringing greener innovations to the roof
By Jesse Sanchez. A new eco-friendly roofing adhesive turns heads at bustling trade show. In the fast-moving world of commercial roofing, one standout company is drawing serious attention not just for innovation, but for making sustainability and labor efficiency their top priorities. At the Coffee Shop Soundstage during this year's ...
Roofing innovation on display
By Jesse Sanchez. A new booth, a breakthrough machine and a reminder that precision and efficiency still drive the roofing industry forward. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025, SOPREMA didn’t just show up — they redefined what a modern trade show experience can look like. Ryan Knippel, South Central regional sales ...
University of North Florida competes in Roofing Alliance 2025 Student Competition
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. The all-women team receives Best Presenter award. At the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE), an all-women team from the University of North Florida proudly competed in the Roofing Alliance’s 2025 Construction Management Student Competition and took home a best presenter award. The excitement surrounding this first-ever ...
Roof restoration made easy with spray foam
By Dani Sheehan. Learn why more contractors are turning to spray foam and coatings for long-term roof performance. When a commercial roof hits the end of its service life, building owners are faced with two options: tear it off and start fresh — or get smart and restore it. More and more, ...
Efficiency, legacy and the people powering it all
By Jesse Sanchez. Turning heads at this year’s expo with real solutions and a clear vision for the industry's future, this company is leaving their mark. SOPREMA closed out the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE) on a high note and their presence left a lasting impression. Between cutting-edge equipment and a company ...
Three locations and counting
By Emma Peterson. From expansions to new products and installation seminars, ATAS is growing with the metal market. ATAS International is well known in the metal industry for their expansive portfolio. The 60+ year old company manufactures everything from metal walls to roof systems, accessories and more! While we were at the ...
Ayuda a dar forma al futuro de la industria de techado en IRE 2026
Traducido por Jessica Bravo. International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2026 ha extendido su convocatoria para presentaciones hasta el 27 de mayo de 2025. Se invita a los profesionales de la industria a compartir su experiencia en el 2026 International Roofing Expo (IRE), el evento principal para contratistas de techado y exteriores. Este se ...
