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Finding the right fit
Taking a closer look at the MasterLok line of standing seam panels for low-slope commercial roofing. In low-slope commercial roofing projects, it’s important to consider the intricate role panel design and quality will play when it comes to getting the most exact measurements. With seam configuration as a top-of-mind factor, ...
Building better retrofits: Roof Hugger’s commitment to IIBEC and the building enclosure community
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Advancing retrofit solutions through engineering, collaboration and industry partnership. In today’s evolving construction landscape, the role of building enclosure professionals has never been more critical. From ensuring long-term performance to meeting increasingly complex energy and structural requirements, consultants are at the forefront of delivering smarter, more ...
Technology is changing our world – and our industry
By Emma Peterson. How roofing supply partners like CDS are helping contractors adapt to a connected world with digital tools. We are currently in what some experts are calling “the digital age.” This era is characterized by the rapid development of technology-based tools that fundamentally change how we access information, ...
Automation, craftsmanship and culture define the future of metal building manufacturing
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Inside a visit to Schulte Building Systems with Sherwin-Williams showcasing innovation, people and performance. My recent visit to Schulte Building Systems alongside Sherwin-Williams offered a firsthand look at what happens when advanced manufacturing meets deep-rooted craftsmanship and an exceptional company culture. It was more than a plant tour; ...
Built for every region and every requirement
By Emma Peterson. Westlake’s portfolio is full of high-performance solutions for every project. While at the 2026 International Builders’ Show, The Coffee Shops™ team interviewed a variety of our customers and industry friends from SRS Distribution’s expo floor garage! One such interview was with Mitch Heitsch, who is a regional ...
Westlake Royal Building Products™ launches FYRATEK™ fire- and ember-resistant roofing underlayment
Westlake Royal Building Products™ has launched FYRATEK™, a fire- and ember-resistant roofing underlayment to its Westlake Royal™ Roofing Components offering, designed for concrete and clay tile roofing systems in wildfire-prone regions. Westlake Royal Building Products™ (Westlake Royal), a Westlake company (NYSE: WLK), has introduced FYRATEK™ to its Westlake Royal™ Roofing Components ...
OneDek® takes the stage
By Jenny Yu. IRE attendees explored how the insulated roof deck system streamlines installation and boosts performance. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2026, All Weather Insulated Panels (AWIP) showcased its latest innovation in low-slope roofing: OneDek® insulated roof deck system. Industry professionals attending the show had the opportunity ...
Engineering snow safety: The origin story of TRA Snow & Sun
By Jenny Yu. Learn how a roofing consultant’s search for answers led to a new standard in snow retention engineering. What began as a roofing consultant’s challenge has evolved into one of the industry’s leading voices in snow retention engineering. At TRA Snow & Sun’s 3rd Annual Snow Retention ...
The underlying factor behind high-performance metal roofing systems
By Drexel Metals. Drexel Metals highlights the critical role underlayment plays in protecting and enhancing residential metal roofing systems. When designing a high-performance residential metal roof, contractors and architects often focus on panel profiles, coatings and structural durability. However, according to roofing experts at Drexel Metals, one of the most ...
Creating products that center people
By Emma Peterson. At the core of AWIP’s operations is a customer-first outlook and a belief that all decisions start with ensuring customer satisfaction. All Weather Insulated Panel (AWIP) might be known for their high-performance metal panel products that offer both durability and insulation to the structures they are ...
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