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Expert Conversations
Central States Manufacturing is changing the standard
By Jenny Yu. Discover how Central States’ newest line of Sentry roll-up doors is expanding possibilities. As many in the metal construction industry know, it’s important to stay innovative rather than complacent in providing the highest-quality service for your customers. In this episode of MetalCast™, Karen Edwards spoke with Shannon ...
Winner takes all: How to dominate the metal market
By Anna Lockhart. Looking to boost your sales-savvy or gain a competitive edge in the metal roofing market? These programs are here to do just that! In an upcoming Read, Listen Watch (RLW), “Grow With Metal, Win With Roofing Passport,” Karen Edwards will sit down with Junny Lee ...
Get the standing seam look for less
By Anna Lockhart. For contractors looking to add a quality yet economical metal panel to their arsenal, the Verti-Rib™ panel is the way to go. A major draw towards metal roofing is the aesthetics it provides to its accompanying building or home. Different panel styles and coating color palettes ...
PSMJ’s growth from Hurricane Katrina to today
By Emma Peterson. The PSMJ Disaster Rebuilding Fund was founded in response to the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. Today, they’re helping communities across the country recover from disasters. 2025 marks the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, which claimed nearly 1,400 lives and still affects the economy and environment of the ...
Honoring 9/11 through service
By Emma Peterson. Learn how the SRS Raise the Roof Foundation is working with 9/11 Day to transform September 11 into the nation’s largest day of service. Recently, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Mikell Bollinger, VP of community engagement for SRS Raise the Roof Foundation, for a Roofing Road ...
The best of the best in metals
By Jenny Yu. Learn how the Drexel Metals Plus program is setting the standard for the metal industry. This year is Drexel Metals’ 40th anniversary, and one way they are celebrating is by promoting their Drexel Metals Plus rewards program. In this MetalTalk episode, Karen Edwards discussed this exciting ...
Adding solar to your lineup
By Emma Peterson. Understand the why and how of incorporating solar into your roofing company’s offerings. Over the last few years, the demand for solar roofing solutions has surged. This shift towards solar presents an opportunity for roofing contractors to expand their offerings and meet the evolving needs of their ...
Facing tariffs head on
By Anna Lockhart. Industry experts break down the latest tariff changes and what they mean for roofing at large and what contractors can expect. As many American contractors continue through the year’s work, many have wondered what the rapid changes from Washington D.C., mean for their company not only ...
Creating collaborative plans based on building science
By Emma Peterson. How the practice of building science and organized teamwork can create stronger structures. When it comes to successfully designing a high-performance and durable building, there is an array of various experts and professionals that need to be brought in. From the architects who draft the blueprint ...
Breaking the tech barrier
By Jesse Sanchez. If even tech companies bring in experts to get it right, it just proves that smart support leads to better results. When it comes to adopting new software in the roofing industry, the biggest hurdle isn’t getting the tools themselves, but rather, it’s figuring out how to ...
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