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Metal Roofing
A quiet powerhouse shaping the future of metal construction
By Jesse Sanchez. Employee ownership, unmatched logistics and a customer-first ethos drive a national brand with a local touch. In this Roofing Road Trips®, host Megan Ellsworth digs deeper into what truly sets Central States Manufacturing apart and the answers might surprise even industry veterans. What started in 1988 with ...
Securing the Roof’s Edge
In this Read Listen Watch® (RLW), Megan R. Ellsworth sits down with Hickman Edge System's Director of Private Label and OEM, Jason Hildenbrand, to talk about the unsung hero of wind uplift protection, edge metal. They’ll explore why roof edges are the most vulnerable part of a system, how ...
Choosing the right retrofit roof for long-term performance
By Roof Hugger. Don’t let cost alone influence your customers’ choices. Educate them on the strength and longevity of various retrofit systems to best meet their needs. When it comes to retrofitting a commercial metal roof, building owners are often faced with a crucial decision: opt for a TPO overlay ...
Scaling your small business
By Emma Peterson. Starting off in the industry can be a challenge. No matter your long-term goals, there are key strategic choices to be made at the start. Robert “Bobby” Mesmer has not always been the CEO of the world’s largest pre-engineered erection company. 24 years ago, he started ...
Rethinking light in modern building design
By Jesse Sanchez. Exploring how smart lighting and glass innovations can support both energy goals and human health. The push for greener, more energy-efficient buildings is opening the door to an important new conversation: how design choices impact human health. Joe Menchefski, host of the Better Buildings for Humans podcast ...
Building code-compliant roofs that last
By Dale Nelson, Roof Hugger. Approvals open the door; smart design choices seal the deal. Florida’s Product Approval, or NOA number, is more than just a formality; it’s your entry point to building strong, code-compliant roofs in one of the toughest wind zones in the country. But here’s the opportunity: ...
Hickman-Edge RLW - Securing the Roof’s Edge
In this Read Listen Watch® (RLW), Megan R. Ellsworth sits down with Hickman Edge System's Director of Private Label and OEM, Jason Hildenbrand, to talk about the unsung hero of wind uplift protection, edge metal. They’ll explore why roof edges are the most vulnerable part of a system, how ...
The 2025 MCA Design Awards
Deadline for entries: Friday, July 11, at 11:59 pm CDT The MCA Design Awards Program offers a unique opportunity to showcase your products to the design community. Entries highlight some of the most innovative and inspiring projects in today’s architectural landscape. Winning projects receive prominent exposure through the MCA website, social ...
Choosing the right tool for the job
By Malco. Three reasons to choose your hand tools carefully and some tips on what to look for in your next choice. Malco knows that when it comes to professionals in HVAC, roofing, siding, electrical and other trade fields, you will be hard pressed to find a contractor without a ...
MCA 2025 Market Study shows growth for the Metal Construction industry
The MCA Market Study combines industry data from leading manufacturers of metal construction products. The Metal Construction Association has published its 2025 MCA Market Study of the metal roof and wall market, the most comprehensive study of the metal construction industry to date. Published annually, the MCA Market Study combines industry data ...
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