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IRE – International Roofing Expo
Preparing for storm season
By Jesse Sanchez. What contractors can expect from TAMKO® as storm season, technology and training converge. Storm season may still feel weeks away, but for roofing contractors, preparation often begins long before forecasts turn active. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2026 in Las Vegas, conversations on The Coffee Shops™ ...
OneDek® takes the stage
By Jenny Yu. IRE attendees explored how the insulated roof deck system streamlines installation and boosts performance. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2026, All Weather Insulated Panels (AWIP) showcased its latest innovation in low-slope roofing: OneDek® insulated roof deck system. Industry professionals attending the show had the opportunity ...
Celebrating 75 years of innovation and expansion
By Jenny Yu. At IRE 2026, IKO showcased new solutions designed to save time and support contractor success. 2026 marks a milestone year for IKO Industries, celebrating 75 years in business. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo, IKO highlighted its commercial roofing solutions while emphasizing hands-on engagement and forward-looking ...
Momentum builds as Roof Coatings Manufacturer Association (RCMA) advances innovation and leadership
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Join RCMA this October in Atlanta for the 2026 Fall Meeting. At The Coffee Shops™, we are committed to sharing timely industry information while supporting the associations that move roofing forward. Organizations like the Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA) play a vital role in advancing education, advocacy and ...
PABCO’s commitment to contractor success
By Emma Peterson. Ryan VanDelft and Eric Johnston share how contractor-first education and partnership drive PABCO’s operations. Headquartered in Tacoma, Washington, PABCO Roofing Products are known for premium asphalt roof shingles. But their work goes far beyond the products that they sell. The team at PABCO is not only ...
Jobsite innovations focus on efficiency, safety and cleanup
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how new roofing tools are helping contractors reduce labor, improve safety and streamline jobsite operations. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2026, contractors looking for practical ways to improve day-to-day operations found a clear theme across the show floor; solutions designed to make common tasks faster, ...
Roofing Alliance Student Competition team from Auburn University earns first place at International Roofing Expo
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. From digital models to real-world execution, Auburn University students demonstrate leadership, innovation and excellence in roofing. The Roofing Alliance 2026 Student Competition brought together top construction management programs from across the country, challenging students to apply classroom knowledge to real-world roofing scenarios. Rising to the top, Auburn University ...
Why SkillsUSA matters for the future of the industry
By Emma Peterson. Sherri Miles explains how SkillsUSA is creating a stronger talent pipeline for the roofing industry. Across the United States, SkillsUSA regional competitions are heating up in preparation for the 2026 SkillsUSA National Championship, which will be held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia this ...
Expanding access, innovation and safety
By Jenny Yu. Advanced machinery and expanded distribution partnerships are making MetalForming solutions more accessible across North America. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo, MetalForming LLC showcased more than new machinery. According to Chad Rowe, business development manager at MetalForming, the company is pairing high-performing equipment with expanded partnerships ...
Cordless welding tool expands repair capabilities on the roof
By Jesse Sanchez. A new battery-powered solution is helping contractors complete roofing repairs more efficiently in hard-to-access environments. Contractors focused on service and repair routinely face a practical issue: how to bring dependable welding equipment onto the roof without adding complexity or compromising performance. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) ...
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