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MBCEA announces 2026 officers and directors, including new president
With members from every facet of the metal building industry spanning all 50 states and Canada, MBCEA continues to lead the way in quality, professionalism and industry advancement. The Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association (MBCEA) is pleased to announce the results of the recent elections for its 2026 Board of ...
SalesRabbit acquires Roofle to unify field sales, online buying and production for roofing and home improvement contractors
Acquisition delivers an end-to-end operating system for modern roofing companies. SalesRabbit, the leading all-in-one field sales management platform, today announced the acquisition of Roofle, the category leader in e-commerce technology for roofing and exterior contractors. Together with RoofLink, which joined the SalesRabbit platform at the end of 2024, the acquisition brings three ...
Two leading Northern Georgia roofing contractors merge to form BDI Roofing Group
BDI Roofing Group brings together Bone Dry Roofing, based in Athens, Georgia, and Innovative Roofing Group (IRG), based in Atlanta. Roofing Corp of America, the home for America’s premier roofing contractors, has announced the merger of two of its North Georgia companies. The new combined organization — BDI Roofing Group — ...
QXO announces $1.2 billion convertible preferred equity investment led by Apollo to fund future acquisitions
The investment further strengthens QXO’s financial flexibility in pursuing acquisition opportunities. QXO, Inc. (NYSE: QXO) (the “Company” or “QXO”) today announced that funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, Inc. (NYSE: APO) (“Apollo”) and certain other investors have agreed to invest $1.2 billion in QXO through a new series of ...
Finalist teams announced for Roofing Alliance 12th annual Student Competition
Roofing professionals are invited to watch the four teams compete during the International Roofing Expo® this January in Las Vegas. The Roofing Alliance has announced the four finalist teams selected to compete in its 12th Annual Construction Management Student Competition. The teams will present their project proposals live during the ...
The power of your voice: Why post-frame professionals should share their insights
by Heidi J. Ellsworth. Make sure your voice is heard by taking this post-frame industry survey on glue-laminated, nail-laminated and solid-timber posts. The post-frame industry continues to grow as builders, suppliers and designers embrace new materials, methods and technologies. Yet even with this momentum, one challenge remains constant: understanding how products are ...
Nebraska to face No. 15 Utah in 2025 SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl
Cornhuskers and Utes to meet for first time in 33 years. The SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl will feature No. 15 Utah (10-2/7-2) facing Nebraska (7-5/4-5) on Wednesday, Dec. 31, at Allegiant Stadium. Kickoff is set for 12:30 p.m. PT (3:30 p.m. ET) on ESPN. A frequent visitor to Las Vegas, the ...
Eagleview’s inaugural AI Impact and Adoption Report unveils the state of AI in geospatial workflows
The report reveals optimism, early adoption and growing investment in AI for the geospatial community. Eagleview, a leading provider of aerial imagery and intelligence, announces the release of its inaugural AI Impact and Adoption Report, a comprehensive look at how professionals are approaching artificial intelligence in their geospatial workflows across a ...
Coated Metals Group announces opening of 13th location in Dallas–Fort Worth
As a stocking distribution center, the new facility will provide locally available coil, flat sheets and roofing accessories, enabling faster turnaround times and reduced freight costs for customers across North Texas and surrounding regions. Coated Metals Group (CMG), a nationwide manufacturer of high-quality metal coils, sheets and roofing accessories, is proud ...
The Coffee Shops™ launch bilingual article listening feature
New website tool allows visitors to listen to articles in English or Spanish. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning websites where the industries meet for technology, information and everyday business, has launched a new feature allowing visitors to listen to articles in English or Spanish on all of The Coffee Shops’ ...
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