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Metal Roofing
Real-world education on metal design — Built for you
By Metal Construction Alliance. Join us to learn design‑focused, technical and practical tips from three experts, including an award-winning architect and an industry-leading specifier! You're invited to earn up to three continuing education (CE) credits at a new, half-day educational program on May 29, 2026 in Chicago. Form, Function, and Finish: Designing ...
OneDek™ for Metal Roofing
In this MetalCast™ episode, host Megan Ellsworth is joined by All Weather Insulated Panels’ Director of Low-slope Roofing, Gary Sweeney, Jr., to take a closer look at how OneDek™ from is changing the game for low-slope assemblies. From simplifying multi-layer installs to improving jobsite efficiency, this conversation breaks down how ...
Meet the metal moment at this MetalTalk™!
By Jenny Yu. The upcoming webinar will gain insight into the evolving opportunities within the rapidly growing metal roofing market. Across the construction industry, metal roofing is becoming an increasingly important category for contractors focused on long-term growth. An upcoming MetalTalk™ titled “Maximizing Metal Margins With MetalVue” will explore ...
Local sheet metal shops on the rise: How demand for metal construction is reshaping fabrication
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Regional fabricators are expanding as metal construction drives new opportunities. Across North America and beyond, local and regional sheet metal shops are seeing renewed growth as demand for metal construction continues to accelerate. From roofing and siding to architectural metal and building envelope systems, the increasing ...
One partner for the whole building envelope
By Jenny Yu. Carlisle Architectural Metals simplifies complex roofing projects with integrated systems and hands-on support across every stage of construction. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas, Lauren White of The Coffee Shops™ stopped by the Carlisle Architectural Metals (CAM) booth to learn about how the ...
From concept to construction: Aligning architects and manufacturers on metal
By Jenny Yu. Western States Metal Roofing encourages early design conversations to help turn creative metal ideas into high-performing structures. Collaboration between architects and manufacturers is reshaping the future of metal construction. In a recent MetalCast™ episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth spoke with Mercedes Harris of Western State Metal Roofing ...
Building Better Metal Roofing Installers
In this MetalCoffeeShop Lunch & Learn, Megan Ellsworth is joined by Sherwin-William's MetalVueSM Vendor Partner, John Sheridan, owner of Sheridan Metal Resources LLC, to explore why metal roofing installation training is no longer optional, but essential for staying competitive and profitable. This session breaks down how proper training improves efficiency, ...
A marriage in metal: Two companies join forces to expand solutions
By Jenny Yu. Lakeside Construction Fasteners and DMI Direct Metals unite, combining product lines, distribution power and shared values to better serve customers. A new chapter is unfolding in the metal construction industry as DMI Direct Metals, LLC (DMI) acquires Lakeside Construction Fasteners (LCF). In a recent episode of ...
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, ...
Braving the storm with metal
By Central States Manufacturing. Metal roofing provides next-level resilience in the face of harsh weather conditions. Today, severe weather conditions are no longer a what if, but when. As storms and climates grow increasingly volatile across the United States, this new normal has changed the way home and building ...
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