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Top September stories: Acquisitions, website launches and giving back to the industry
By Anna Lockhart. Here’s what’s been trending on RoofersCoffeeShop® (RCS) this past September. September turned out to be a busy month full of important news and exciting announcements for the industry. Kingspan announced their acquisition of IB Roof Systems, marking their entrance into the U.S. market. This move ...
Rufus the roofing robot
By Jesse Sanchez. Renovate Robotics launches a groundbreaking robot designed to revolutionize roofing. Renovate Robotics has unveiled Rufus, the world’s first automated roofing robot, marking a significant advancement in the roofing industry. Debuted at the International Roofing Exhibition (IRE), Rufus is designed to automate the asphalt shingle installation ...
Exploring ancient China one roof at a time: Zhou Dynasty
By Emma Peterson. From 1046 B.C. to today, energy has been a key consideration when designing roofs and buildings. 大家好! Hello everyone! We’re back with another exploration of ancient Chinese roofing! This time around, we’re visiting 周朝 (Zhōu cháo), which is known in English as the Zhou Dynasty. This ...
Free classified ads for Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton response
By Karen Edwards. Use the code HELENE or MILTON to place a free classified ad ($50 value). Looking for resources for storm response? Use The Coffee Shops’ classifieds for free with the codes HELENE and MILTON. Whether you are looking for workers, material resources or if you have equipment needs, classified ...
Holcim to acquire OX Engineered Products
The leading U.S. provider of advanced insulation systems is making a highly synergistic acquisition that complements their range of building envelope solutions. Holcim has signed an agreement to acquire OX Engineered Products, a leading U.S. provider of advanced insulation systems for residential and commercial applications, with 2024E net sales of USD ...
Navigating the 2024 elections as a contractor
By Emma Peterson. Learn how November 5 might shape the future of the contracting industry. As we move through the 2024 election season, many professionals are wondering if the current state of the presidential and congressional races will impact the industry. To take a deeper dive into this topic, Reid ...
Painting the town red
By Hannah Ford. A closer look at the rooftop art celebrating the Phillies’ success. As one of the most popular sports, baseball accumulates many passionate fans who come up with creative ways to support their teams. One such tribute in Philadelphia, to support the Phillies, could be seen from the ...
Can roofers save the world?
By Howard Wiig, Hawaii State Energy Office. The answer may surprise you. Energy-efficient roofs play an important role in reaching energy goals. Roofers can't save the whole world, but roofers working on 150°F roofs know better than anyone that the world is getting hotter, and that we can do our part by ...
The Coffee Shops release Contractor Outlook Newscast
Forward-thinking newscast launches to support contractors’ business growth. RoofersCoffeeShop®, the award-winning website where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, launches an engaging and informative newscast across all The Coffee Shops including RoofersCoffeeShop, MetalCoffeeShop® and CoatingsCoffeeShop™. Contractor Outlook will feature industry experts who will discuss important topics including ...
Roofing the way to a greener future
By Emma Peterson. GRHC’s green roof installer certification is helping professionals combat climate change and build more sustainable systems. Climate change continues to be a growing concern for individuals across the globe. With increasing numbers of extreme weather events (such as hurricanes, floods and heatwaves) and rising sea levels that ...
