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Building a business customers can trust
By Emma Peterson. Heidi J. Ellsworth joins Duct Tape Marketing to explore how community, content and authentic relationships can help small businesses thrive in the age of AI. In 2005, Duct Tape Marketing launched a podcast. The goal was to “help small business owners and the marketers who serve them build clear ...
A decade of roofing trends
By Emma Peterson. This report showcases the trends shaping roofing and gives unique insights into how the industry has grown in the last ten years. Over the last 10 years, the RoofersCoffeeShop® Trends Report, sponsored by QXO since 2022, has provided key insights into what contractors are seeing and ...
One team, one vision: DMI and Lakeside build a stronger future together
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Following a successful METALCON, the newly united DMI-LCF Fastener Group is positioning itself for long-term growth, innovation and industry leadership. The newly formed DMI-LCF Fastener Group generated noticeable energy at METALCON 2026. The merger unites Direct Metals, Inc. (DMI) and Lakeside Construction Fasteners (LCF), two companies known ...
The Malco Group expands in Latin America with Aspen Pumps Group's acquisition of Forming Tubing
Acquisition adds local expertise and capabilities in Brazil while creating new opportunities to serve customers across the Americas. The Malco Group is expanding its presence in Latin America following Aspen Pumps Group's acquisition of Brazil-based Forming Tubing, an established manufacturer of tubular components for the refrigeration and air conditioning market. Forming ...
Job board connects talent with metal building careers
By Jesse Sanchez. The Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association Job Board gives job seekers a dedicated place to explore career opportunities across the metal building industry. Professionals looking to take the next step in the metal building industry have a dedicated resource for finding open positions through the Metal Building Contractors ...
The Coffee Shops™ Announce 2026-27 MetalCoffeeShop® Metal Influencers
Metal Influencers bring diverse expertise and real-world insight to help contractors navigate challenges, strengthen their businesses and shape the future of metal construction. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning websites where the industries meet for technology, information and everyday business, announces the 2026-27 Influencers for MetalCoffeeShop® (MCS). ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® launches RoofersCoffeeShop.global connecting roofing professionals worldwide
The new international platform brings global roofing news, projects, products and industry connections together in one digital destination. RoofersCoffeeShop®, the award-winning website where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, proudly announces the launch of RoofersCoffeeShop.global in conjunction with the International Federation for the Roofing Trade (IFD). It ...
New tariffs on Canadian imports - What roofing contractors should watch
By The Coffee Shops®. New tariffs on Canadian imports could affect construction costs and supply chains, making it important for roofing contractors to monitor pricing, supplier updates and project planning. Roofing contractors already are navigating a challenging business environment, and a new round of tariffs on certain Canadian imports could add another ...
METALCON, U.S. Steel to celebrate anniversaries in Orlando
Located in the center of the exhibit hall, this interactive experience brings to life the story of steel and its essential role in building infrastructure and products that power everyday life. U.S. Steel is celebrating 125 years of steelmaking, innovation and American manufacturing in 2026. The milestone will be recognized as ...
Get your free pass to METALCON!
By The Coffee Shops®. MetalCoffeeShop to give away 10 Total Experience passes. Join us at the premier event for professionals interested in the advancement of metal construction. By bringing the industry together in a focused setting, METALCON creates an engaging environment where attendees can explore emerging ideas, discover new ...
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