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When to Buy a Portable Rollforming Machine
MCS Influencer Hayley Boehmer says there are several factors to consider when deciding if it's time to buy a portable rollforming machine. Editor's note: Below is a transcript of a video of Hayley answering this question on Vidyard. You can read the transript or watch the video here. When should a contractor ...
Just-in-time Ordering Versus Warehousing Materials: Which is Best for Material Coordination?
RCS Influencer John Kenney compares the benefits of the different approaches to coordinating materials: just-in-time ordering and warehousing materials Just-in-time ordering and warehousing materials are two different approaches to managing a roofing contractor's supply chain. Just-in-time ordering is the practice of purchasing materials and supplies only when needed for a project. ...
Key Considerations to Make When Investing in Sheet Metal Shops or Portable Roll Formers
MCS Influencer Randy Chaffee says contractors looking to expand their business should consider starting a sheet metal shop or investing in portable roll formers. Editor's note: The following is a transcript of an interview between our COO, Karen Edwards, and Owner of Source One Marketing, Randy Chaffee. You can listen ...
Why the Life Span of Metal Roofing Outweighs its Cost
MCS Influencer Rob Haddock says that metal roofing has a service life of 60-plus years, a benefit that far outweighs its cost. Editor's note: The following consists of a conversation between our Multimedia Manager Megan Ellsworth and S-5!'s Founder Rob Haddock. You can listen to the podcast or read the transcript ...
Know Your Roofing Products Before Selling Them
MCS Influencer Mark Standifer says that roofing salespeople should know more about the products you are selling than your vendor. Editor's note: The following is a transcript of a conversation between Coffee Shops' COO Karen Edwards and Mark Standifer. Karen Edwards: So this month, for the month of May, we are going ...
Breaking Down the Cost of Metal Roofing
MCS Influencer Randy Chaffee says that when you look at the true cost of metal roofing, it actually saves homeowners money in the long run compared to other roofing materials. Editor's note: The following is a transcript of an interview between our COO, Karen Edwards, and Owner of Source One Marketing, ...
Uncovering the True Cost of Building Materials: Evaluating Longevity, Durability and Resilience of Metal Compared to Other Options
MCS Influencer John Kenney shares his expert insights into choosing the right metal building materials. Any building construction is a significant investment, and selecting the right building materials is crucial to ensure the project's success. When evaluating materials, it's essential to consider the true cost over the building's expected lifespan. This ...
Why Metal Roofing is Worth the High Price Tag
MCS Influencer Jerry Iselin says that the longevity of metal roofing far outweighs the price. This a good topic and one that all metal roofers should be well versed in. We love promoting metal roofing because it really has so many advantages over all other roofing. The only drawback is the ...
Sustainability Questions to Ask Metal Manufacturers
MCS Influencer Holly Gotfredson says that asking your metal manufacturers questions can help you gain a better understanding of how sustainable their products and practices are. Manufacturers that use raw materials with recycled content are really going to contribute to a sustainable project. This gives the contractor a great opportunity to ...
Recyclability Plays a Key Role in Sustainability
MCS Influencer Mark Standifer says that sustainability is important to consider during the design phase of a project. Congratulations to the schools that received awards for the NRCA/Alliance Student Roof Competition. Clemson University, 1st place, the University of Florida, 2nd place and Texas A & M University, 3rd place. ...
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