A must-attend for industry pros: Join the “Metal Roofing Systems” course!

By Ali Turner, S-5!

This course offers continuing education credits, networking opportunities and invaluable information on metal roofing.

Are you a contractor, architect, builder, specifier or industry professional involved with metal roofing? Whether you're designing, installing, maintaining, reroofing or specifying materials, this full-day course is tailored for you. 

The Metal Roofing Systems course gives you the chance to hone critical skills and deepen your technical knowledge, from basics like metallurgy and profiling to advanced topics like sealant performance, wind resistance, snow retention and waterproofing strategies.  

As one past attendee put it: “The most informative and entertaining presentation on metal roofs you will ever see. Simply put, if you own, build, design or inspect metal roofs you need to see this class!” — John, Northland Consulting Engineers 

Meet your instructor: Rob Haddock 

Rob Haddock is a well-recognized authority on metal roofing, and now you have the opportunity to learn directly from him. 

Rob is the director of the Metal Roof Advisory Group and the CEO and founder of S-5!, the global leader in metal roof attachment solutions. A charter inductee of the Metal Construction Hall of Fame, he’s recognized industry-wide as an inventor, educator, technical author and hands-on expert with deep roots in the “nuts and bolts” side of contracting. Rob has decades of real-world experience, bringing unmatched practicality to his teaching. 

Rob frequently lectures at conferences and technical events worldwide, and his teachings have been translated into several languages. He’s known for being a down-to-earth, hands-on instructor with a unique gift for making complex topics clear, engaging and usable. 

Event details 

• Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 
• Location: Cielo at Castle Pines, Castle Rock, Colorado
• Fee: $300 (discounted to $200 for CSI | AIA | IIBEC | BEC members) 
• Includes: Full-day instruction, course materials, lunch, coffee and pastries, networking happy hour and continuing education credits (8 CEs for IIBEC or 8 LU/HSW for AIA)

Who should attend 

• Contractors and roofing crews 
• Architects and designers 
• Owners’ representatives and building managers 
• Materials specifiers and manufacturers 
• Commissioning authorities, inspectors and anyone involved in metal roofing design, construction, maintenance or reroofing 

What you’ll walk away with 

• A strong working knowledge of metal roofing systems, including materials, coatings, fastening and sealing, design for slope and wind, common failure points and how to avoid them 
• Confidence in specifying or installing metal roofing correctly, and avoiding leaks or common performance issues 
• Networking opportunities with industry experts, fellow professionals and sponsors, plus a chance to connect during the included happy hour 
• Official continuing education credits toward professional accreditation (IIBEC or AIA) if you provide your credentials during registration. 

If metal roofing is part of your business, or you want it to be, this course is a great investment in your knowledge, skills and professional network. The world of metal roofing continues to evolve with ever-improving materials, coatings, installation methods and performance requirements. Continuing-education courses like this not only keep you up to date but also empower you to deliver better, more durable, code-compliant and cost-effective solutions for your clients or projects. 

Ready to get started?

Register at the event page for Metal Roofing Systems. Early registration secures your spot and a discount rate, if eligible. Questions? Reach out to Kim Reichert for help!