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Metal Roofing
MRA Contractors Are All Approved by Manufacturers
By Evelyn Witterholt. Want to join the Metal Roofing Alliance? First, you must get sponsored by an MRA manufacturer. There’s a wealth of reasons for contractors to join the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), an organization that represents metal roofing contractors and manufacturers in the United States and Canada. Contractors who ...
Case Study: Parallel Products Recycling Facility
Learn more about S-5!'s work on the roof of the Massachusetts recycling facility. Parallel Products is a leader in the sustainability industry, the ethanol industry and in green energy production — a one-stop sustainability shop. Many of its clients are subject to zero-landfill policies, so Parallel Products repurposes and recycles common ...
The Myths of Metal Roofing: Damage From Lightning and Hail Storms
By Drexel Metals. Contrary to popular belief, metal roofs do not actually attract lighting strikes, nor are they easily damaged by hail. These myths are actually very easy to debunk, because testing has told us that metal roofs are not only sustainable, but efficient in protecting the homeowner from ...
Getting Started in Sheet Metal
By Evelyn Witterholt. Check out our upcoming MetalTalk to learn all about starting or expanding a sheet metal shop. The metal industry is one of the hottest industries to get your footing in, and what better way to do it than by starting a sheet metal shop! In our upcoming ...
MCA Releases 2022 Annual Report
The Metal Construction Association (MCA) has released its 2022 Annual Report. The report is now available on the MCA website and can be viewed here. The report details MCA’s efforts and achievements throughout the year. The rise of metal in the construction industry is in part due to MCA’s advocacy, technical ...
John Sheridan - The Rise of Metal Roofing Training
S1:E2 Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with John Sheridan of Sheridan consulting about the increasing need for metal roofing training. With metal roofing continuing to trend in demand both residentially and commercially, there is simply not enough skilled labor to meet the demand. John and Heidi have been working ...
Go Against the Grain! Choose Metal Paneling that Mimics Wood
By Cass Jacoby. Vicwest is crafting siding from steel that is designed to emulate natural wood without the guilt. It’s a classic conundrum: your homeowner wants the look of wood paneling without the upkeep or hassle of actual wood. How do you deliver a finished product that lets them ...
Stop The Waste: Choose Metal
By Vicwest. Vicwest is committed to reducing the amount of waste that goes from the roof into the landfill. One of the great advantages of metal roofing is how much the product cuts down on waste. While every year, 20 million tons of asphalt find their way into North American ...
6 Ways to Justify Investing in a Roof Panel Rollformer
By Cass Jacoby. Is it time to purchase a rollforming machine? Here are a few signs you should make the investment. Are you wanting to increase your productivity and efficiency? Looking to make your business more profitable? Ready to grow your business? One of the top ways you can accomplish ...
Trust the Manufacturer for Metal Construction Training
MCS Influencer Jerry Iselin says that since so many metal products are different, it's best to trust the manufacturer when it comes to installation training. Editor’s note: The following consists of a conversation between Coffee Shops' COO Karen Edwards and Metal Roof Specialties Owner Jerry Iselin. You can listen to the ...
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