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S-5! earns fifth MBMA safety award for zero-incident workplace performance
Texas manufacturing facility recognized for continued commitment to safety excellence. S-5!, the industry leader in metal roof attachment solutions, has earned the Metal Building Manufacturers Association Safety Award for the fifth time, recognizing the company’s exceptional workplace safety performance and zero recordable incidents at its Iowa Park, Texas, manufacturing facility during ...
Engineering a complete solar attachment system for carports, canopies and ground mount structures
By Fiona Maguire-O'Shea, S-5! A conversation with Ricardo Barroso, head of engineering at S-5! As solar applications continue to expand across carports, canopies and ground mount structures, greater attention is being placed on solar mounting and attachment systems. From retail carports and gas stations to large-scale ground mount installations, contractors ...
New on S-5-University™: Designing solar in snow country with PVKIT®
By Ali Turner, S-5! This course explores how the PVKIT rail-less solar mounting solution is uniquely suited for snow-prone regions. Designing solar for snow-heavy regions comes with a unique set of challenges. From increased structural loads to installation complexities on metal roofs, engineers and installers must account for conditions that can ...
Case Study - A true commitment to excellence
By S-5! See how S-5! provided an impressive snow retention solution for an event space in Colorado Springs. The BrookHouse is a spacious barndominium venue located in beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado, available for all types of special events: holiday parties, business meetings, seminars, retreats, weddings, bridal showers, baby showers and ...
Pre-Conference Exclusive: S-5! Global Headquarters Tour
Kick off the 2026 MBCEA Conference with a behind-the-scenes experience at S-5! Join us on April 21 for an exclusive guided tour of the S-5! world headquarters. Discover how innovation takes shape as you go behind the scenes of the design, testing and support processes that power the world’s most trusted ...
Register to Exhibit at the 57th Annual MBCEA Conference
Join Us for the 57th Annual MBCEA Conference & MBMA Spring Meeting! April 22–24, 2026 | Hotel Polaris, Colorado Springs, CO S-5! is sponsoring the 57th MBCEA & MBMA Conference! Exhibiting at the MBCEA & MBMA Conference will enhance your visibility to decision-making attendees and industry professionals. Our attendees want to see ...
Designing with efficiency and simplicity
By Jenny Yu. S-5! calculators give contractors code-based guidance for snow retention and solar mounting. Digital tools are increasingly helping roofing contractors design more efficient systems, from sales pitch to jobsite clean up. In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Megan Ellsworth spoke with Jesse Winternitz, application engineer and product ...
Hands-on Texas solar workshop with S-5!
By S-5! This workshop is designed to help contractors improve efficiency, expand solar expertise and connect with fellow professionals. S-5!® is bringing a hands-on solar mounting workshop to Arlington, Texas, built specifically for installers and roofing professionals ready to sharpen their skills and stay ahead of the curve. As many installers begin ...
Insights and innovation at the 2026 MBCEA Conference
By Jenny Yu. From hosting a pre-conference tour to sponsoring on-site engagement, S-5! is creating opportunities for connection and learning. As the 57th annual MBCEA Conference and Spring Meeting approaches, occurring April 22-24, 2026, S-5! is taking an active role in shaping the attendee experience through educational opportunities and ...
Hit play on “The High Five with S-5!” podcast
By Ali Turner, S-5! Staying informed shouldn’t slow you down and has never been more fun. Let’s face it. Between early mornings, long days on the roof and keeping jobs on schedule, roofing contractors don’t always have time to sit down and read industry news. That’s where “The High Five with S-5!” ...
