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Apophis: a European space mission gets up close with an asteroid set to brush by Earth


The European Space Agency has given the go-ahead for initial work on a mission to visit an asteroid called (99942) Apophis. If approved at a key meeting next year, the robotic spacecraft, known as the Rapid Apophis Mission for Space Safety (Ramses), will rendezvous with the asteroid in February 2029. Apophis is 340 metres wide, about the same as the height of the Empire State Building. If it were to hit Earth, it would cause wholesale destruction hundreds of miles from its impact site. The energy released would equal that of tens or hundreds of nuclear weapons, depending on the…

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EU funding powers 10% of European startup ecosystem, study finds


About one in every 10 European startups that have raised VC investment are also backed by an EU grant of equity financing, according to a research project conducted by Dealroom and Dealflow.eu. While the full report is expected to be published later this year, the authors presented a few preliminary numbers in Warsaw last week. In financial terms, the 10% share translates into EU-backed startups having raised €70bn in VC funding since 2010, or some 11% of total funding in Europe (which in this case includes the EU, Switzerland, Norway, UK, and Israel). With some €400bn in total enterprise value…

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What Does the Post Crash VC Market Look Like?




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Rooftop Pipe and Equipment Supports that Deliver

ERICO® and TRUFAST® have teamed together to market the CADDY® PYRAMID family of rooftop pipe and equipment supports to the roofing market in North America.




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A Walk in Roofing Contractors' Shoes: Red Wing Shoe Company Plant 1 Blends History and New TPO Roofing System

Look around a jobsite, and you’ll likely see many crew members wearing Red Wing boots.




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Case Study: Colorado Compound Receives Solar on Multiple Rooftops

Between strict energy codes and residing in a high-wind area, installing solar on a multi-roof family compound in Boulder, Colo. proved to be a challenge.




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Case Study: Canadian Equestrian Multi-Purpose Barn with Solar Panels

The owner’s goal was to construct a multi-purpose building and rooftop solar system that would provide 100% of the electricity needs for their equestrian ranch property.




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Case Study: Hawaii H-POWER Solar Project

H-POWER in Kapolei, West Oahu turned to metal roofing and attachment solutions offered by S-5! in one of Hawaii's largest rooftop solar projects.




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Case Study: Atlas Roofing Polyiso, Shingles Enhance Church's Ventilation, Durability, and Aesthetic

Atlas General Contractors in Illinois turned to Atlas Roofing products to help reroof and improve ventilation for a century-old church.




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Equal Opportunity for Women in Roofing

Expert panel to discuss unlocking the value and power of women in the roofing industry, and why both genders should lean in.




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Don’t Let COVID-19 Be an Excuse for Poor Service

Although the pandemic is causing difficulties, courtesy and proactive customer service can go a long way to staying in business.




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PAX Services Group Positions for National Expansion

A roofing company formerly known as Patuxent Roofing & Contracting joined forces with private equity to transform a one-time family-owned commercial roofing firm into PAX Services Group that has positioned itself to become a national player.




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Owens Corning Named ‘100 Best Corporate Citizens’ of 2024

3BL has ranked Owens Corning fourth in its 2024 100 Best Corporate Citizens list, recognizing the company's transparency and performance in ESG factors, marking its seventh top-10 appearance.




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New Report Shows Rooftop Solar More Efficient and Affordable

New efficiencies and less space taken on rooftops mean roofing contractors looking to sell solar may see more success in the years ahead.




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Oversubscribed Funding Round Positions NanoTech Inc. for Scale

Roofing innovation: NanoTech Inc, a material science company pioneering a category of climate-resilient materials that enable environmental responsibility without sacrificing financial return, brings on multiple investors in an oversubscribed funding round to combat peak heat in the last weeks of summer.  




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Coatings Q&A with Polyglass




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Wade Shepherd of Westlake Royal Building Products Appointed to CRRC Board

Shepherd has contributed to the CRRC for over a decade, including the CRRC S100 Consensus Body since 2023 and 10 years as a Technical Committee member.





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The Importance of Project Safety Scheduling for Roofing Contractors

There are many project scheduling methods and programs available out in the construction world.




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Why Situational Awareness (S/A) is Important for Roofing Contractors

By practicing situational awareness every day, contractors can keep themselves and others safe while on the job.




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Labor Dept. Announces Enhanced Enforcement, Compliance to Silica Exposure

The U.S. Labor Dept. has launched an initiative to improve safety and enforcement in the engineered stone industry due to severe health risks from silica dust exposure. 




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J. J. Keller and ISEA Launch PPE Pain Points Survey

J. J. Keller and ISEA are partnering on a study regarding the challenges safety professionals face in PPE programs, inviting participation in a survey open until August 30.




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Young Gun Patrick Cochran: Creating Career, Mentorship Opportunities for the Next Generation

The founder and owner of Red Dog’s Roofing wants to encourage the next generation to explore the rewarding careers roofing has to offer.




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DuPont Tedlar Introduces PVF Laminated Metal Roofing Panels

DuPont Tedlar laminated panels combine resistance to fading, chalking, cracking, and blistering caused by UV exposure for an overall robust product for commercial and residential applications alike.




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The RIDGEPRO Brings its Safety Message to International Roofing Expo 2021

Whether you need just one roof anchor system or hundreds to help keep your workers safe, stop by Booth #2623 and let RIDGEPRO know your requirements.




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Westlake Royal Building Products Debuts New Brand and Roofing Lines at 2022 International Roofing Expo

Westlake Royal Roofing brings together the portfolios of the former Boral® North America roofing and DaVinci® Roofscapes lines to the 2022 IRE.




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Owens Corning Spotlights Solutions, Resources and Strategies to Propel Roofing Contractors’ Success in 2022

The Owens Corning booth at IRE highlights roofing products that fuse high-performance with beauty and style.




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GAF Showcases Innovations for Commercial, Residential Contractors at International Roofing Expo




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JobNimbus Set to Showcase Enhanced Feature Functionality at the 2022 International Roofing Expo

Using the improved features, JobNimbus customers will see increased mobility for faster bids, scheduling, and payments.




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ABC Supply to Celebrate 40th Anniversary and Showcase Enhancements to myABCsupply at 2022 International Roofing Expo in New Orleans

The 2022 IRE kicks off ABC Supply’s 40th anniversary celebration happening throughout 2022.




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Motive Meets Opportunity?

Solar is one of the hottest growing sectors in roofing. Are you geared to take advantage of this emerging opportunity?




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RC Podcast: The Roots of Kelly Roofing - Part 1

2019 Residential Roofing Contractor of the Year Ken Kelly talks openly about his roofing career's roots and the key steps he took to become a top-performing contractor.




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RC Podcast: Winds of Change: The Roots of Kelly Roofing Part 2

The 2019 Residential Contractor of the Year shares how his company converted from a retail roofing outfit in a storm market, to a full-service storm response company in the wake of Hurricane Irma.




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Feazel Announces Partnerships with Tradepost and Stonecutter Ventures

In addition to its partnerships with Tradepost LLC and Stonecutter Ventures, Feazel is now offering GAF Energy's Timberline Solar Shingle.




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Are Your Policies Up to Standard?

Although the COVID-19 pandemic has overshadowed many things, a failure to make needed policy revisions could have serious consequences down the road.




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Are Your Handbook Policies Legal?

Changes to the rules regarding workplace handbooks could create legal issues for roofing contractors if they’re not careful.




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GAF Introduces New Self-Adhered TPO Vent Boot

GAF has introduced the EverGuard Self-Adhered TPO Vent Boot, enhancing contractor efficiency on single-ply TPO systems by eliminating welding; the product is also eligible for 20-year coverage under specific conditions. 




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Carlisle Introduces Bio-Based Polyiso Eco Rigid Foam Insulation

The new rigid foam insulation from Carlisle Construction Materials comprises 5% bio-circular content derived from renewable raw materials, which contributes to reducing reliance on fossil resources.




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2023 Western Roofing Expo: An Event in Review

If you couldn't be there in person, you can feel like you were part of the fun during this year's Western Roofing Expo in Las Vegas. Enjoy the slideshow.




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National Hispanic Contractors Association Announces Partnership with International Roofing Expo

The partnership is a significant step forward in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the roofing industry while providing resources to Hispanic roofing professionals.




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2024 International Roofing Expo Returns with New Dates to Las Vegas

The 2024 IRE is expected to cover more than 180,000 square feet of exhibit space, hosting over 600 companies, and features eight educational tracks covering 45 topics across over 100 sessions.




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Most Popular Roofing Videos of 2023

RC examines the top videos published in 2023 to gauge what drew their interest the most.




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International Roofing Expo 2024 Champions Hispanic Roofing Community Through Strategic Partnerships

This year’s International Roofing Expo emphasizes the many outreach efforts dedicated to supporting the Hispanic roofing community for its 2024 event next month in Las Vegas.