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AI's integration into roofing operations
By Cotney Consulting Group. Artificial Intelligence allows tasks that previously would have taken weeks of manual effort to be executed in mere seconds. Learn how these tools can offer roofing contractors a crucial competitive advantage. In today's digital age, the value of time has significantly escalated. This is especially true for the ...
Automation and Technology: The Answer to Today’s Labor Shortage
By Dani Sheehan. Innovative technology not only ensures reliable solutions in edge metal but creates a more diverse pool for the workforce and addresses the problem of labor in roofing. In Season 1 Episode 13 of MetalCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Brad Van Dam of MTL Holdings, parent ...
Reduce inspection fall risks with drone technology
By Anna Lockhart. Roofs pose a serious risk for roofing contractors and home inspectors. Learn how to leverage the latest drone technologies to minimize the time required on a roof! Home inspectors and roofing contractors face a high risk of falling each time they go onto a roof, and ...
Capturing property measurements using the power of drones
By Anna Lockhart. EagleView is revolutionizing the way contractors gather project measurements, and with their new Sky2 drone, users can get roofing insights with the press of a button! The Roofing Contractors Association of Texas (RCAT) recently hosted the 2023 Texas Roofing Conference, a great opportunity for ...
Looking for labor in all the right places
By Adam Cabrera. Technology is making a big impact on how businesses stay competitive and find qualified labor. In a recent Read, Listen, Watch webinar, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down to chat with experts from Labor Central and SRS Distribution to talk about the labor shortage and the innovative ...
How AI Roofing Sales Technology Enhances Productivity and Training
By Adam Cabrera. AI-based speech analytics software can identify conversational patterns in top-performing salespeople to enhance sales training and customer interactions. The construction industry is often perceived as traditional, but a recent MetalCast™ episode reveals that this isn't the case, at least in the home improvement and roofing sectors. In ...
Will Technology Fix Your Process Problem?
By Jobba. In a special webinar, Jobba and Service Alignment offer a unique discussion on the challenges businesses face when adding technology to their processes. In the evolving roofing industry, technology has become a key to success. From automating tasks to enhancing communication, contractors are embracing technology as a means to streamline ...
The U.S. and its Revolutionary Energy Codes
By Metal-Era. When met with an energy crisis, the United States developed necessary energy codes. When the U.S. experienced its first true energy crisis in the early 1970s, the government took steps to address the issue. New regulations resulted in the creation of regulatory bodies and the development of standards ...
No More Guesswork: Use Construction Estimating Software Instead
By Miguel Jacinto, Renoworks. Save valuable time with construction estimating software and leave behind the days of manual calculations. In the world of construction, many contractors opt to manually estimate the costs of a project, leaning on their experience rather than software. This method doesn't cost anything and seems trustworthy. ...
The Future of Technology: Hottest Trends in the Metal Construction Industry
By Dani Sheehan. By incorporating new technologies into your metal business, you can better manage your operations, expand your marketing reach and improve employee training. The industry is buzzing with the latest and greatest technology to add to your business. In an episode of MetalTalk, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat ...
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