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Retrofit roofs: The power plants of tomorrow
By Dale Nelson, president of Roof Hugger, LLC. One roof, two jobs — providing protection from the elements now, offering clean energy production for decades to come. A roof is no longer just the structural lid that protects buildings from the elements. It's becoming a launchpad for the next wave of energy ...
MetalForming LLC: Enhancing Safety in Sheet Metal Bending
In this MetalTalk™ Karen Edwards is joined by MetalForming LLC’s Business Development Director, Chad Rowe, for a jam-packed conversation about enhancing safety within the sheet metal bending industry. With manufacturing consistently ranking among the top industries for reported injuries, he explores how light curtain safety systems can significantly reduce ...
The smart roof revolution
Why more businesses are skipping tear-offs and choosing to build smarter, not harder. Imagine saving thousands on roof repairs, cutting energy bills and avoiding major disruptions — all without tearing off a single shingle. That’s not a pipe dream; it’s the reality for businesses embracing metal roofing recover systems from companies ...
Silverthorne Fire Station set to open with comprehensive snow retention system for metal roof
Snow retention system to safely manage the region’s heavy snowfall and protect both people and property. When Summit Fire & EMS in Summit County, Colorado holds the grand opening of Station 10 in Silverthorne on June 4, there likely won’t be snow on the ground. However, the roof on the new ...
Architectural students get a boost with new MBMA Folio, Davidson Center for Space Exploration
The new Davidson Center folio was created in coordination with the U.S. Space & Rocket Center and Gresham Smith. The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) has published “Davidson Center for Space Exploration” as part of its Architectural Significance in Metal Buildings series. This 18-page folio adds to MBMA’s library of free, ...
Homeowner Marketing Mastery
In this episode of Coffee Conversations, sponsored by Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), Karen Edwards will talk with a panel of experts about marketing to homeowners in this day and age. Homeowners are harder to reach than ever, so how are today’s top contractors getting their attention? Join Renee Ramey of ...
7 ways to be inspired this Earth Day
By Metal Roofing Alliance. Enact change through interactive projects with your community to combat climate change. On April 22 each year, Americans celebrate Earth Day, a holiday which serves a reminder of the beauty of Mother Nature and to give back by participating in green initiatives in your community. With ...
Calculating the R-value of insulation
By Drexel Metals. Having a high R-value is critical in determining a material’s insulation capabilities, a necessity for optimizing energy efficiency. Industry experts break down the calculation process of a building material’s R-value. In building for a greener, more energy efficient tomorrow, it’s vital to take into consideration the accurate ...
Roof takeoffs part 2: Manual measurement methods
By Central States. Grab your tape measure and calculator because it’s time to dive into the technical parts of roof estimating. In a previous article, we covered how important the roof takeoff is to a successful project. To refresh your mind, roof takeoff is a term that refers to the ...
What you need to know about tariffs in the metal industry
By Dani Sheehan. Understand the immediate financial impact of steel and aluminum tariffs on our industry and explore strategies you can use to stay ahead. Steel and aluminum tariffs are back in the spotlight – and they’re more complex (and costly) than ever. Whether you’re a contractor sourcing metal panels, fasteners or ...
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