UP TO THE MINUTE
Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
Innovative pool products
By Emma Peterson. Learn how AquaStar is pushing the industry forward with smarter circulation, precise flow monitoring and more! In a recent episode of the From the Ground Up™ podcast, Karol Weyman had the opportunity to chat with Todd Pieri, Steve Barnes and Michael Krause from AquaStar Pool Products ...
Join over 70,000 professionals at NAHB’s International Builders’ Show
By Emma Peterson. From hearing Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith’s keynote speech to rocking out with your peers at the Brothers Osborne concert, there is no shortage of events to enjoy at the 2026 NAHB IBS show. National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will be hosting the International Builders' ...
A conversation with IFD president Dirk Bollwerk
By Emma Peterson. How the IFD supports roofers worldwide through connection, shared standards and next‑generation training. The Internationale Föderation des Dachdeckerhandwerks (in English known as International Federation for the Roofing Trade or IFD) was originally founded in 1952 with the simple goal of creating a space for roofing professionals ...
Your guide to the 58th annual NFBA Conference and Expo
By Emma Peterson. From an action‑packed expo floor to standout speakers and special events, here’s what to expect at this year’s NFBA show. Join more than 1,000 post-frame professionals at the 2026 National Frame Builders Association (NFBA)’s annual conference and expo! This year’s show will be hosted from February ...
AquaStar leads the way in performance and compliance
By Emma Peterson. Flow Sync™, AquaStar’s 360° floor return, delivers precision flow, durability and compliance with NSF/ANSI 50. It seems like every year NSF releases a new update to NSF/ANSI 50 (the standard covering equipment and chemicals for swimming pools, spas and hot tubs). In fact, just in 2025, ...
Top January articles: Awards, education and more
By Emma Peterson. From prestigious industry awards to major mergers, here are the top ten stories kicking off the year. We might only be one month into 2026, but it’s already been a busy year! From trade shows like International Roofing Expo (IRE) and World of Concrete (WOC) to industry-shaking ...
NAHB International Builders Show is almost here
By Emma Peterson. NAHB IBS is pulling out all the stops for their upcoming event! Are you ready for the largest annual light construction show in the world? National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will be hosting the International Builders' Show® (IBS) from February 17-19, 2026, in Orlando, Florida! This ...
Top January articles: Expert answers and insights
By Emma Peterson. From expert Q&As to snow retention essentials, here are the top five AskARoofer articles for January 2026. Whether you are shopping for a new roof, looking to get repairs on an existing roof or just wanting to increase your knowledge, AskARoofer is the place to be. We ...
Top January articles: New programs and big innovations
By Emma Peterson. A look back at the outdoor industry initiatives and momentum kicking off the new year. Here at OutdoorCoffeeShop (OCS), January brought a wave of activity. From new programs to big events, 2026 has started energetically. As we carry that momentum into February 2026, this is the perfect ...
4 tips for building a dream deck
By Emma Peterson. Learn how sustainable materials, smart design and innovative tech can transform your outdoor living space. What if you could build a deck that was not only low maintenance and beautiful, but also sustainable and environmentally friendly? It might seem like a long checklist, but it is possible ...
UP TO THE MINUTE
