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The people behind the work at MBCEA
By Alex Tolle. In an industry built on relationships, the strength of an organization often comes down to the people behind it. At the Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association (MBCEA), there is a focus on connection that shows up in how the team operates day to day. Leading the organization ...
How to Choose the Right Rollformer
Contractors are increasingly asking whether it makes more sense to keep buying panels or start producing their own. In this RoofersCoffeeShop® Lunch & Learn, Karen Edwards is joined by MetalForming LLC’s Business Development Director, Chad Rowe to break down the real-world considerations behind that decision, comparing portable jobsite rollformers with ...
Metal building systems deliver long-term value for public facilities
By The Coffee Shops™. An MBMA case study explores how metal building systems help government agencies balance performance, sustainability and cost efficiency. Government agencies across the United States continue turning to metal building systems for facilities that demand durability, efficiency and long-term value. In its “Government Facilities” case study, the ...
Modern engineering behind traditional aesthetics
By Anna Lockhart. Metal roofs don’t have to look sleek and modern; DECRA roofs can mimic the look of traditional materials without skimping out on the benefits of metal. Metal roofing has earned its place among the top performing materials on the market, and homeowners are turning to metal ...
Why retrofit roofing makes sense during peak project season
By Jenny Yu. Contractors can help building owners maximize roofing investments through engineered retrofit solutions. Warmer weather signals the start of peak construction season, bringing a wave of reroofing and maintenance projects for contractors across the country. While many building owners focus on immediate roofing needs, contractors have an ...
Perforated metal panels help unify growing school campus
By The Coffee Shops™. Petersen’s PAC-CLAD perforated panels helped designers create a cohesive identity across an expanding campus. In the case study, “Painted, perforated panels provide school with pulled-together polish,” Petersen highlights how architectural metal panels helped create a cohesive visual identity across an expanding Illinois school campus. The Williamsville-Sherman ...
Advanced IMP cores elevate performance in metal construction
By The Coffee Shops™. AWIP highlights how new core technologies are helping contractors meet stricter codes while improving building performance. In an April 2026 Metal Construction News article, titled “How Advanced IMP Cores Are Protecting the Future of Metal Construction,” Brian Ng, vice president of engineering of All Weather Insulated ...
All it takes is a spark
By The Coffee Shops™. Ways to protect your home from fire damage this wildfire season. Wildfires can start in an instant, going from a small floating ember to a raging, wide-spread fire in merely an instant. For homeowners, this means preparing ahead of time to keep their home safe and ...
METALCON at 35: Bigger, bolder and built for business
By The Coffee Shops™. New experiences, stronger audiences and a fresh message drive momentum for 2026. At the MCA Summer Meeting, METALCON show director Judy Geller outlined an ambitious vision for the event’s 35th anniversary, emphasizing growth, innovation and a renewed focus on delivering measurable value to attendees and ...
Celebrating 35 years of retrofit roofing innovation
By Jenny Yu. Roof Hugger reflects on 35 years of engineering and industry partnerships while reaffirming its commitment to advancing sustainable, contractor-focused solutions. For 35 years, Roof Hugger has helped shape the metal-over-metal retrofit market, building a reputation for engineering expertise, rigorous testing, and long-term performance. As the company ...
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