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MBMA celebrates milestones, leadership changes and new initiatives in 2026
By The Coffee Shops. General Manager Tony Bouquot highlights record membership, sustainability efforts and upcoming resources for architects. The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) marked its 70th anniversary in 2026, celebrating record membership, leadership transitions and a series of new projects aimed at advancing the metal building industry. General Manager ...
Hit the FRSA road early: Don’t miss this metal roofing event!
By Jenny Yu. The MetalVue Roadshow is set to provide contractors with the knowledge, resources and confidence to develop metal roofing businesses that last. Before the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) Convention and Expo officially begins, attendees have an opportunity to get the party started early ...
Keeping up with metal demand
By Jenny Yu. Explore how contractors can overcome common barriers and transform their workflows with the proper training and resources. In a recent Lunch & Learn titled “Building Better Metal Roofing Installers,” host Megan Ellsworth spoke with John Sheridan, MCS Influencer and owner of Sheridan Metal Resources, ...
NRCA continues to advance roofing through workforce, advocacy and safety initiatives
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Understanding key updates and insights on the initiatives shaping the future of roofing as I prepare to join the NRCA board in June 2026. One of the most important resources we have in the roofing industry are our associations. They bring contractors, manufacturers, distributors and service providers ...
FRSA Expo returns with top-tier education and industry backing
By Jenny Yu. Contractors will gain practical insights from leading experts while connecting with top manufacturers and suppliers. The Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) is hosting its 104th Convention & Expo from June 10-12, 2026, at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in in Kissimmee, ...
Real-world education on metal design — Built for you
By Metal Construction Alliance. Join us to learn design‑focused, technical and practical tips from three experts, including an award-winning architect and an industry-leading specifier! You're invited to earn up to three continuing education (CE) credits at a new, half-day educational program on May 29, 2026 in Chicago. Form, Function, and Finish: Designing ...
Oregon SkillsUSA Competition spotlights the next generation of skilled professionals
By Jenny Yu. Participants say SkillsUSA helps them explore careers and grow beyond the classroom. At the Oregon SkillsUSA 2026 Competition, students from all over the state showcased their technical abilities, creativity and career readiness across a wide range of disciplines. From culinary arts to healthcare and engineering, competitors ...
Meet the metal moment at this MetalTalk™!
By Jenny Yu. The upcoming webinar will gain insight into the evolving opportunities within the rapidly growing metal roofing market. Across the construction industry, metal roofing is becoming an increasingly important category for contractors focused on long-term growth. An upcoming MetalTalk™ titled “Maximizing Metal Margins With MetalVue” will explore ...
SkillsUSA from the student perspective
By Emma Peterson. Three students from Oregon share their SkillsUSA experiences and stories. This year, Lauren White, editor of The Coffee Shops™, had the opportunity to attend the 2026 Oregon SkillsUSA state competition. SkillsUSA competitions are fundamental and valuable opportunities for supporting the next generation of tradespeople as they grow ...
Connection, competition and camaraderie: Inside RCAW’s annual trade show
By The Coffee Shops. Contractors, manufacturers and service providers came ready to learn, compete and connect, and RCAW’s annual trade show delivered. Amidst snow flurries, shingle competitions and interviews, the annual trade show hosted by the Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) at the Muckleshoot Casino delivered what many attendees ...
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