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Debunking the rust myth: Facts and tips for homeowners
By Ali Turner, S-5! With the right coatings, proper installation and regular inspections, homeowners can enjoy the numerous benefits of steel roofing without the worry of rust. Metal roofs are a wise investment since they can last over 60 years with little maintenance. They are durable and perform effectively in extreme ...
Winners selected in 2025 “Show Us Our Snow Guards” contest by Rocky Mountain Snow Guards, Inc.
$10,000 in prizes awarded to roofing contractors. Rocky Mountain Snow Guards, Inc., a leader in the snow retention industry, has announced the eight winners in its 2025 “Show Us Our Snow Guards” contest. Roofing contractors across the nation have won $10,000 in prizes. Two grand prize winners are each receiving $2,000 cash ...
S-5! expands national reach with new distribution partner in New Jersey
Offering solar attachment solutions to major U.S. markets. S-5!, the leading authority on attachment solutions for metal roofs, announces its new distribution partnership with Krannich Solar USA, a division of the global solar distributor, Krannich Solar. As an authorized distributor, Krannich Solar USA will offer the full line of S-5! solar ...
S-5! supports sustainable student-led design-build project at the University of Kansas
Within nine months, graduate students designed and constructed the 1040 New York Street House, featuring S-5! PVKIT® DirectAttach™ solar mounting and ColorGard® snow retention systems. An innovative student-led design-build project, combining hands-on architectural education with high-performance sustainability, has been completed in partnership with the University of Kansas School of Architecture. The ...
Functional and fashionable
By Emma Peterson. These companies are raising awareness of not only the structural importance of snow guards, but the aesthetic value of them. Recently, Karen Edwards got the chance to sit down with Brian Cross, Rocky Mountain Snow Guards’ VP of sales and marketing, and Shawn DeAngelo, the western region ...
Keeping your solar panels and roof safe in snowy conditions
By The Metal Roof Experts™ at S-5!®. Discover smart strategies for installing snow retention when you have solar panels on your metal roof. Rooftop snow management is a critical safety issue — especially for metal roofs with solar panels. Without the right snow retention system in place, a snow mass can release ...
The importance of product certifications for manufacturers of metal roof attachments
By Ali Turner, S-5! Safety and reliability are crucial for metal roof attachments. Homeowners, contractors and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) all focus on one key question: Can they trust the product's performance? Therefore, manufacturers of metal roof attachments should focus on securing certifications and approvals from recognized third-party testing labs and certification ...
Solar Installer Event: Brisket, Brackets, Cookies & Clamps
Join the Colorado Solar and Storage Association (COSSA) and S-5! for a power-packed day of solar education, hands-on demos, networking, free lunch and giveaways! Who: Solar installers and contractors in Colorado What: Enjoy networking, live product demonstrations and the opportunity to earn NABCEP CEUs (1.5 JTA HRS) — We kindly suggest ...
Calling all Colorado solar installers!
Join S-5! and the Colorado Solar and Storage Association for a solar installer event you won't want to miss! Are you ready for an exciting day of solar education and networking? Mark your calendars for June 25, 2025, because the Colorado Solar and Storage Association (COSSA) and S-5! are hosting an ...
Roofer profile: Paul Mumford, Kudu Roofing
By Rocky Mountain Snow Guards. Learn how having the right team and support makes all the difference for this roofer. With 20 years of expertise behind them, Kudu Roofing expertly handles both commercial and residential roofing projects throughout Colorado. The family-owned business is staffed by roofing specialists dedicated to achieving optimum results ...
