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Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
75 years and still growing
By Emma Peterson. The latest company milestones include a bold new shingle color and the construction of IKO's eighth North American plant. 2026 marks the 75th anniversary of IKO Industries’ operations. And over those decades, IKO has grown a lot. The story starts back in the 1950s in Calgary, Alberta, ...
StrongHold™ single-ply solutions
By Emma Peterson. BITEC’s comprehensive single-ply solutions deliver the durability and efficiency your projects demand. If you’re looking for products that you can trust to add long-term value and protection to your next low-slope roofing project, look no further than BITEC’s StrongHold™ line. The single-ply roofing systems have been carefully ...
Construction growth expected in the next year
By Emma Peterson. After several years of uncertainty, FMI analysts see encouraging signs driven by infrastructure investment and commercial expansion. A lot has happened in the last few years that has destabilized our market and industry, but that doesn’t mean that growth isn’t still happening. In fact, FMI Corporation’s 2026 ...
Campany Roofing is the July Roofer of the Month
By Emma Peterson. With expertise spanning everything from slate and cedar to liquid-applied systems and high-rises, Campany Roofing continues to set the standard in Florida roofing. Our latest Roofer of the Month is Campany Roofing, a premier roofer in South Florida founded back in 1990 by Ed Campany. To learn ...
Building the metal roof retrofit industry
By Emma Peterson. How Roof Hugger introduced retrofit roofing as an alternative to metal tear offs and coatings. Founded 35 years ago, Roof Hugger has made a name for themselves fabricating metal retrofit solutions. To learn more about the story of how this innovative company came to be, Heidi J. ...
Pool tools perfect for the new year
By Emma Peterson. From A to Z, check out the 15 products that can level up your 2026 pool and spa care. In the pool and spa industry, manufacturers are constantly innovating and engineering new products to better serve professionals in the field. It can be a lot to keep ...
Showcase your best metal work
By Emma Peterson. Want to show off your crew’s hard work? Enter your metal projects into ATAS International’s 2026 Project of the Year competition. ATAS International, a leading manufacturer of metal roofing, wall cladding, ceilings, interiors and accessories, has opened submissions to their annual project of the year contest! This ...
Inside architectural metal roofing systems
By Emma Peterson. In this upcoming RLW, Jeff Medeiros shares practical insights on design coordination, performance requirements and installation best practices. Metal roofing is known in the industry for its stellar durability and long lifespan. However, just like any roofing material, you can only unlock the full benefits of a ...
Live from the court: CoatingsTalk goes live on a jobsite
By Emma Peterson. On this live CoatingsTalk, experts from California Sports Surfaces and CourTex Construction will discuss athletic coatings, contractor partnerships and the final day of a three-day court installation. We are excited to announce that CoatingsTalk will be coming to you live on July 30, 2026, which is the ...
Realistic metal roof cost expectations
By Emma Peterson. Four variables that change the total cost of a metal roof installation. Metal roofing is growing more popular for a variety of reasons. Not only is it a highly energy efficient roofing solution (often lowering HVAC strains and costs), but it is also incredibly durable. This durability ...
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