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UL Solutions highlights growing urgency of fire testing in roofing at RICOWI Spring Seminar
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. This seminar presentation focused on growing external fire danger and the future of roofing in wildfire zones. At the RICOWI Spring Seminar on March 11, 2026, in Sacramento, California, industry leaders gathered to explore some of the most critical challenges facing the building envelope. One of the standout ...
RICOWI Spring Seminar highlights wildfire resilience, research and industry collaboration
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Industry leaders gather to explore wildfire risk, roofing performance and the future of resilient construction. The Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues (RICOWI) held its Spring 2026 Seminar in Sacramento, California. The conference brought together researchers, fire professionals, code officials and roofing industry leaders to explore the growing ...
RICOWI investigation highlights lessons from Texas A&M hailstorm
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Findings presented during RICOWI’s spring meeting highlight how different roofing systems performed following a major hailstorm at Texas A&M University. At the recent spring meeting of the Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues (RICOWI) in Sacramento, California, roofing professionals gathered to review the findings of a major ...
Building stronger roofs: RICOWI’s latest field investigation
By Emma Peterson. RICOWI’s 2025 Texas A&M University hail study reveals vital insights into modern roof performance after severe storms. Back in 1990, the Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues, Inc. (RICOWI) was formed as a non-profit with the partnership of the Department of Energy and Oak ...
Focusing on fire-resistance
By Jenny Yu. RICOWI’s Spring 2026 event will deliver critical insights into fire testing, industry standards and mitigation strategies. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth spoke with Jordan Loudon, executive director of RICOWI Inc. (Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues), and Al Janni, chairperson of ...
SPFA delivers education, recognition and industry resources for 2026
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. From new podcasts to technical research and workforce development, SPFA is strengthening resources that help members stay competitive and compliant. The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) continues to expand its support for contractors, suppliers and manufacturers through education, recognition and technical resources designed to strengthen the spray foam ...
New RICOWI report released: Texas A&M Hailstorm
RICOWI was invited to inspect roofs on the Texas A&M University College Station campus following a major thunderstorm in March 2025. This report covers the investigation of April 8, 2025. On behalf of the RICOWI Storm Investigation Program, we are pleased to announce the release of the latest hailstorm investigation report, ...
Learning, laughter and collaboration at RICOWI’s fall gathering
By The Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues, Inc. (RICOWI). Members enjoyed hands-on demonstrations, lively social events and informative sessions that set the stage for a strong year ahead. The Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues, Inc. (RICOWI)'s fall gathering brought together about 40 attendees just outside Fort Worth, Texas, for a ...
As hurricanes grow stronger, roofs must, too
By Emma Peterson. Carlisle SynTec Systems’ SureTite™ Cleats provide edge metal systems the strength needed to survive what hurricane seasons have in store. As we approach the end of the 2025 hurricane season, we can all start to breathe a little easier. This year’s weather was surprising, with Jonathan Erdman ...
Build a stronger roof with SureTite Cleats
By Emma Peterson. Learn how Carlisle’s SynTec Systems SureTite™ Cleats can help you design a higher performance metal edge system. Over the years, research from leading organizations like RICOWI, Texas Tech and Factory Mutual (FM) have found that “60% of the roof failures were due to compromised metal edge systems.” ...
