Metal Roofing
Master the market with metal
By The Coffee Shops®. In hard times, customers don’t want more options; they want one solid option that can do it all. Here’s how to be that one. In a recent episode of the MetalCast™ podcast, host Karen Edwards sat down with Melissa Dunson, director of marketing and communications ...
Build skills that keep you competitive
By The Coffee Shops®. METALCON brings hands-on training, expert-led education and year-round resources to contractors. As building codes, materials and technologies continue to change, metal construction professionals need practical ways to keep their knowledge current. Geared toward professionals at every stage of their career, METALCON supports ongoing contractor education with ...
Steven Hudgins - The Competitive Advantage of AC478
In this MetalCast™ episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth welcomes Rainwater Construction Company President Steven Hudgins, for a conversation about AC478 accreditation and why it has become the gold standard for metal building erectors. As a signature quality initiative of the Metal Building Contractors & Erectors Association (MBCEA), AC478 helps contractors strengthen ...
Jason Shumate - Performance Testing That Pays Off
In this episode of MetalCast™, host Megan Ellsworth sits down with Jason Shumate, senior manager of project services, technical and warranty services at Carlisle Architectural Metals, to discuss the value of performance testing for metal cladding systems. Jason explains what performance testing is, why manufacturers invest heavily in it, and ...
Brynn Wildenauer - Color Confidence for Metal Roofing
In this MetalCast™ episode, Karen Edwards sits down with Senior Architectural Color Designer at Sherwin-Williams, Brynn Wildenauer, to discuss how contractors can help homeowners confidently coordinate metal roofing with siding, trim and accent colors. They explore common color-selection challenges and how curated exterior palettes can make options easier to visualize, ...
Traction and roofing demand take center stage
By Jesse Sanchez. Jeff Cole discusses Palisade® underlayments, growing interest in metal roofing and shifting market demand during FRSA 2026. Intertape Polymer Group (IPG) brought its Palisade roofing underlayment line to Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) 2026, giving contractors an opportunity to experience the material’s traction firsthand. ...
Intro to AC478 - September 15
Join Jackie Meiluta for a deeper dive into how to get started with AC478 Accreditation. Register for the course today.
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, ...
Top August articles: Announcements, industry insights and more!
By Emma Peterson. From major industry announcements and scholarship awards to emerging market trends and wildfire preparedness, these were the RCS articles that got the most clicks this August. August was a month of announcements here at The Coffee Shops®! For our team, we launched a new microsite (www.RoofersCoffeeShop.ca) ...
Advancing roofing resiliency through industry service
By Jesse Sanchez. Atlas Roofing leader discusses her recognition from the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Association and the industry’s growing focus on resilient roof assemblies. At the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Association (FRSA) convention, Heidi J. Ellsworth welcomed Stephanie Daniels of Atlas Roofing to the sound stage to ...
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