Jenny Yu, Writer & Reporter

Celebrating 75 years of innovation and expansion

April 25, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

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 ...

SEO campaign secures Gold at AVA Digital Awards

April 24, 2026 at 9:00 p.m.

By Jenny Yu. Webrunner Media earned top honors at the AVA Digital Awards for a campaign that significantly boosted organic search performance. A recent article, “Webrunner Wins Gold at the AVA Digital Awards for SEO Campaign,” highlights major industry recognition for Webrunner’s digital marketing strategy. The Gold AVA Digital ...

From carpenter to innovator

April 24, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

By Jenny Yu. An experienced tradesperson explains how real-world experience led to a better way to organize tools with Veto Pro Pac. Frustration on the jobsite often sparks innovation, and for Roger Brouard, that frustration led to the creation of one of the most recognized tool storage brands in ...

Engineering snow safety: The origin story of TRA Snow & Sun

April 23, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

By Jenny Yu. Learn how a roofing consultant’s search for answers led to a new standard in snow retention engineering. What began as a roofing consultant’s challenge has evolved into one of the industry’s leading voices in snow retention engineering. At TRA Snow & Sun’s 3rd Annual Snow Retention ...

Expanding access, innovation and safety

April 22, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

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 ...

AI-driven weather insights improve jobsite safety

April 20, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

By Jenny Yu. Flash Weather AI delivers real-time, predictive insights that help contractors stay ahead of lightning and heat risks. In an industry where jobsite safety hinges on fast, accurate decisions, traditional weather forecasts often fall short. The Flash Weather AI app is changing that dynamic by delivering real-time, ...

Providing new formulations and robust service

April 20, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

By Jenny Yu. H.B. Fuller showcases Millennium PG-1 EF ECO₂ at IRE 2026. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo, Lauren White of The Coffee Shops™ spoke with Porter Temple from H.B. Fuller about the manufacturer’s newest products and industry trend insights. The main product Porter highlighted was the ...

A passion for training

April 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

By Jenny Yu. Polyglass’s Polyschool demonstrates the power of hands-on roofing training. Hands-on training continues to play a critical role in the strengthening of the roofing workforce, as highlighted in this special edition of CoatingsTalk™, hosted live from the Polyglass Polyschool facility in Winter Haven, Florida. The session brought together ...

Los asistentes de IRE retribuyen a la comunidad

April 19, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Por Jenny Yu, traducido por Alberto Torres. El 17.º Proyecto Anual de Servicio Comunitario reunió a 30 voluntarios para ayudar a residentes necesitados de Las Vegas. Antes de que expositores y asistentes llenaran el piso de exhibición de la International Roofing Expo, 30 voluntarios se reunieron el lunes 19 de ...