It's no secret that labor is top of mind in the roofing and construction industries. Companies are continuously looking for the best way to onboard, train and retain top talent, which is what Amy Staska, the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)’s VP of workforce development; Maureen Greeves, Tremco Roofing’s director ...
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Directory of Roof Assemblies (DORA) is a free, web-based directory that helps architects, roof consultants, contractors and building owners quickly find third-party tested roof assemblies.
Within DORA, users can search and compare roofing assemblies by deck type, membrane, insulation, attachment method, manufacturer and performance criteria such as wind uplift ratings. Each ...
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The Elevate Wind Calculator is a free, project-based engineering tool designed mainly for commercial roofing contractors, consultants and specifiers. Its job is to help you figure out how wind will affect a specific roof system, and what you need to do to build it correctly.
Once you input project details (location, ...
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By Cotney Consulting Group.
These new roles won't eliminate existing jobs. They build on them.
Throughout this series, we have focused on readiness, operational discipline, realistic entry points for automation, workforce integration and the systems that will either support or undermine future technology adoption. All of those elements converge on one unavoidable ...
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By Emma Peterson.
Exploring the flexible training opportunities offered through Tremco University.
With every design and construction professional having unique schedules, budgets, goals and learning styles, education is definitely not a one-size-fits-all situation. In response to these diverse needs, Tremco CPG has launched Tremco University to the industry. This ...
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Rocky Mountain Snow Guards has launched a remarkable sale on many of its Dark Bronze Snow Fence products starting April 1, 2026, and running through June 30, 2026. Product pricing for contractors is reduced as much as 55% on some popular items like No-Flash Snow Fence items and 45% on ...
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Por The Coffee Shops.
Aprovechar la inteligencia artificial es esencial ahora que esta tecnología está transformando industrias y redefiniendo cómo las empresas venden, operan y se protegen.
Nota del editor: Este artículo fue escrito por ChatGPT con base en las notas de Karol Weyman de las presentaciones del summit. ...
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By Heidi J. Ellsworth.
Understand CITB funding changes and their impact on training, grants and workforce development.
The latest announcement from the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is reshaping how training is funded across the U.K. construction industry. With changes rolling out in January 2026 and continuing through April 2026, contractors, manufacturers ...
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By Heidi J. Ellsworth.
National Medal of Honor Museum project showcases high-performance asphalt roofing on a landmark commercial facility.
KPost Roofing & Waterproofing has earned the Best-in-Class Commercial/Mixed Use Award in the 2026 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards presented by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA). The award recognizes KPost’s outstanding work ...
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The U.K. Department for Business and Trade shares insight into late payment issues.
This government is determined to tackle the scourge of late payments which costs the UK economy £11 billion each year and leads to the closure of 38 UK businesses every day.
On average, business owners affected by late ...
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By Jesse Sanchez.
Field-based education helps contractors improve accuracy, efficiency and overall system understanding.
As labor shortages persist and roofing systems grow more complex, contractors are placing greater value on training that delivers accurate, efficient results. At the Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) regional trade show, VELUX® represented that ...
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In this Coffee Conversations®, Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by a panel of experts for a discussion of the top mistakes business owners make when it’s time to sell and how to avoid leaving money on the table. They’ll talk through what today’s sophisticated buyers really look for, why preparation ...
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In this Coffee Conversations®, Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by a panel of experts for a discussion of the top mistakes business owners make when it’s time to sell and how to avoid leaving money on the table. They’ll talk through what today’s sophisticated buyers really look for, why preparation ...
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Scout educates homeowners on the Owens Corning® Total Protection Roofing System® while walking them through the product selection process in an interactive presentation.
Owens Corning and Roof Scout, Inc. are introducing Scout, the roofing industry’s first virtual sales agent tailored to homeowners’ buying personas and contractors’ businesses. Bridging the gap between ...
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By Jenny Yu.
At IRE 2026, MetalForming introduced new equipment designed to help contractors streamline operations and expand capabilities.
At the 2026 International Roofing Expo, contractors came searching for tools and technology that can help them work smarter, faster and more profitably. MetalForming was ready to provide, showcasing their ...
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