Dave Harrison shares some observations about outsourcing in the roofing industry and offers solutions contractors may want to consider before peak season.

The project delays that result from a fall-related injury or fatality will take up much more time than what was spent preventing the fall in the first place.

By knowing the ins and outs of attic ventilation, roofing contractors can stand out from the rest and earn more contracts, says Shane Gotschi, co-owner of DryHome Roofing & Siding.

Fabral Metal Wall and Roof Systems introduced Sherwin-Williams WeatherXL, a two-coat silicone-modified polyester coating in 21 colors, offering enhanced durability, weather resistance, and color retention for various metal panels. 

Cornerstone Building Brands announced plans to acquire Mueller Supply Company, expanding its reach in the residential metal roofing market and adding 38 retail branches and five manufacturing sites across the Southwest.

Beacon announced the acquisition of Extreme Metal Fabricators and Integrity Metals, expanding its metal roofing offerings in Florida and enhancing service for contractors along the state's Atlantic coast.  

Donna Maloney, a widow from Lenoir City, Tenn., received a new metal roof for free from McGuire Roofing and Construction, based in nearby Knoxville after her original contractor went bankrupt.

In this month's Product Focus, check one some of the latest metal and metal edge products available from the biggest brands.

S-5!, the Colorado-based metal roof attachment solutions manufacturer, will host accredited educational sessions at METALCON in Atlanta, Oct. 30-Nov. 1, covering metal roofing basics, solar racking systems, and sales strategies.

Central States Manufacturing has named Jered Chandler the first plant manager for its new Utah facility, which will use direct rail access to East Coast steel.

S-5! and National Women in Roofing have collaborated to launch a scholarship program supporting women pursuing careers in the skilled trades by offering financial aid, mentorship, and educational resources.

Gary Edgar, national architectural specification manager for PPG's building products in North America, highlights the benefits of using metal roofing versus asphalt shingles for solar panels.

Absolute Construction in Plano, Texas helps a customer seeking a replacement for their concrete tile roof select a far more durable roof, giving them a metal makeover.

S-5! has partnered with Metallion Industries to distribute its mounting solutions in the Pacific Northwest, enhancing access to snow retention products for metal roofing customers.

S-5! introduces the S-5-TXL clamp, designed for T-shaped standing seam roofs and heavy-duty applications, with non-penetrating support to maintain roof integrity and warranty.

RC takes a closer look at the products and innovations the roofing industry has to offer in 2018.

Manufacturers, suppliers and other industry stakeholders are updating their own business practices while learning to navigate through and beyond these unparalleled times.

Take a look at the latest entries in the marketplace that will play an important role in the roofing industry going forward with our Editor’s Choice.

Learn about TAMKO’s new laminated asphalt shingles that are designed for easier installation and higher performance in extreme weather conditions.

Our 2022 Editor’s Choice examines the latest products and innovations that can help roofing contractors succeed amidst workforce and material shortages.

FlashCo, the Sonoma County, Calif.-based manufacturer of roof flashing products, unveils a suite of safety-oriented, roof-mounted gear ensuring maximum worker protection and regulatory compliance.

Roofing contractors will want to keep an eye out for synthetic underlayments meeting the ASTM’s new standard in the coming months.

SPRI plans to seek re-approval of the ANSI/SPRI RD-1 standard for retrofit roof drains as an American National Standard and is asking professionals for feedback; contact SPRI to participate.

The Labor Department announced OSHA's updated Hazard Communication Standard to align with the Globally Harmonized System, improving hazard classification and labeling for better safety.

SPRI announced plans to revise ANSI/SPRI WD-1, “Wind Design Standard Practice for Roofing Assemblies,” to enhance wind uplift resistance and prepare it for adoption into the International Building Code.

Coryell Roofing of Oklahoma has partnered with FM Approvals to create a new standard for primary and secondary school roof systems in severe weather-prone areas.

Masks mandates, proof of vaccination or negative tests are some of the COVID-19 policies put in place for the 2022 IRE in New Orleans Feb. 1-3.

Billed as "Metal Roofing 101," the courses include technical information presented in a common-sense fashion that makes the art and science of metal roofing clear.

If done well, the hiring process is the linchpin separating good and great companies. Learn more on how to be great during the 2023 International Roofing Expo.

The Garland Company unveiled Green-Lock Plus White high-performance adhesive to construct multi-ply modified bitumen roofing systems.

AI-enabled software from Zeitview pinpoints specific anomalies, filters information, and eliminates uncertainty for commercial and residential roofing contractors.

How to be an ally for women roofers in a male-dominated industry: NWiR session, initiatives, and background explained.

GAF volunteers recently helped provide tens of thousands of meals to people in communities affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. 

The updated standard will contribute to the reliability and safety of roofing systems by accurately evaluating the tensile resistance and failure loads of adhesives and board stock.

The MRCA honored companies and individuals for safety, innovation, and community impact at its 2024 Conference, including Independent Roofing's philanthropy and GAF's Roofing Academy.

Aligned Exteriors Group has partnered with Trinity Exteriors, adding the Minneapolis-based company to its Midwest brand portfolio. Trinity's owner, Ted Swanson, will continue in his current role.

Is YouTube TV’s nemesis? Keep watching and your eyes will go square.

Read more: YouTube hits 1.5bn viewers – now it wants to own TV and VR

The idea is to help people understand what is best to do in a crisis.

Read more: Google adds SOS alert capabilities to Search and Maps

Two of the world’s most popular podcasts will descend on Dublin in September as a major festival gets out of the traps for the first time.

Read more: S-Town and My Dad Wrote a Porno on way to Dublin for podcast fest

YouTube reveals significant upgrades across desktop and mobile app, including a sleek new logo.

Read more: It feels cinematic: YouTube rolls out a major redesign across mobile and desktop

E-sports is already drawing massive crowds to packed arenas, and now League of Ireland teams are looking to join in.

Read more: League of Ireland teams establish major national e-sports tournament

The New York-based company reportedly last year captioned and subtitled more than 15 million minutes in video on-demand, processed more than 500,000 minutes of content with speech recognition, and live-captioned more than 300,000 minutes of events.

When it comes to new technologies, few have had as much of an impact as generative artificial intelligence, ushered in by OpenAI in November 2022 with its ChatGPT launch.

D-ID, an Israeli company founded in 2017, is providing superpowers to individual creators and businesses alike, uniquely enabling them to transform any picture into an interactive video in seconds.

AI, AI, and more AI: The technology is disrupting everything, and it's found everywhere in our speech industry achievements for 2023.

Interface interoperability is becoming closer to reality, but more work is needed.

Improved accuracy, wider language choices, and real-time options are among the benefits.

Deepfakes threats advance, and technology is challenged to keep up.

AI makes synthetic speech sound more realistic than ever?and therein lies the danger.