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EPDs and sustainability
By Jesse Sanchez. How the roofing industry is embracing environmental transparency. In a compelling Coffee Conversations, hosted by Megan Ellsworth, Jean-François Côté and Amandine Tragus from SOPREMA explored the growing demand for Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and their impact on the roofing industry. With sustainability becoming more of a necessity than a ...
The evolution of metal benders
By Jesse Sanchez. How advanced tools are transforming the roofing industry. Roofing professionals know that efficiency and precision are critical in the field. The evolution of metal bending tools has significantly improved how contractors handle on-site installations, allowing them to create custom bends without relying on prefabrication. In this episode of Roofing ...
Breaking down organizational silos: The GLO Group’s revolutionary approach to maintaining roofing culture
By Jesse Sanchez. Unlocking alignment within organizations with these strategies can drive profitability, retention and employee satisfaction to greater heights. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Monica Vornbrock and Melissa Chapman, co-founders of The GLO Group, to explore their innovative approach to fostering alignment and ...
Big rolls, bigger risks: The truth about wide-width roofing rolls
By Jesse Sanchez. Discover why switching to traditional-width roofing rolls can enhance safety, efficiency and long-term workforce well-being. In this Read Listen Watch® (RLW), host Karen Edwards sat down with Jason Stanley, CEO of IB Roof Systems, to discuss the growing concerns surrounding wide-width roofing rolls. While these larger rolls are often ...
Bringing roofing sales to life with visual innovation
By Jesse Sanchez. Revolutionizing customer engagement with 3D animations for roofing processes. Sales Assist, a groundbreaking app in the roofing industry, is reshaping how contractors interact with homeowners. By using a vast library of 3D animated clips, the app offers customizable videos that clarify complex processes. This tool has redefined customer education ...
Drones and thermal imaging: The future of roof inspections
By Jesse Sanchez. Technology is reshaping the way roofing professionals detect leaks and assess structural integrity. In this AskARoofer Podcast episode, host Megan Ellsworth explored the cutting-edge advancements in roofing inspections with industry experts John Kiesel and Ryan Resides from Division 7 Roofing. The discussion centered on the integration of drones and ...
Boosting sales with smarter data
By Jesse Sanchez. A new era of sales insights for roofing professionals. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth explored the cutting-edge advancements of Ingage Analytics 2.0 with Cody Carnes, an account executive at Ingage. Their conversation unpacks the transformative potential of the updated analytics platform, designed to ...
ServiceCon 2025: Where roofing service leaders connect
By Jesse Sanchez. An industry event designed to transform roofing service strategies through collaboration and actionable insights. ServiceCon 2025 is set to bring a fresh approach to industry events with its focus on participant collaboration, hands-on learning and real-world strategies for both commercial and residential roofing contractors. Taking place from March 12-14 ...
Built to last: The longevity and sustainability of modified bitumen roofing
By Jesse Sanchez. Investing in roofing systems that withstand the test of time while remaining cost-effective and environmentally sustainable is the key to long-term success. When it comes to commercial roofing, durability and sustainability can often be at odds. However, CertainTeed's Flintlastic SA system proves that a balance can be achieved. In ...
Streamlining payroll: Finding the perfect solution
By Jesse Sanchez. Technology-driven payroll solutions simplify construction industry challenges. Managing payroll for a multi-state construction company is no small feat, but Mid-South Roof Systems has found a solution that has transformed its operations. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Robert McManus, CFO of ...
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