Roof Hugger
Building resilience in paradise
By Roof Hugger. When the winds howl, these roofs hold their ground. Nestled in the shimmering blues of the Caribbean, the Cayman Islands are the epitome of island charm — palm-fringed beaches, endless skies and crystalline waters. But beyond the idyllic postcard image lies an architectural battle against the elements. Amid the ...
Retrofits for aging metal roofs
By Jesse Sanchez. Exploring retrofit solutions for extending the life of metal roofs and ensuring structural compliance. In Comparison of Retrofit Systems Over Existing Metal Roofs, Brian Gardiner from BMG Enterprises, LLC offers a thorough independent 3rd party analysis of retrofitting options for aging metal roofs, focusing on the ...
What's best for your metal roof?
By Roof Hugger. Understanding the true cost of your roofing decision. When it comes to extending the life of your metal roof, the choice between applying a coating and opting for a retrofit metal roof can make all the difference. While coatings might seem like a quick fix, the reality ...
The eco-friendly roofing solution
By Roof Hugger. How metal over metal retrofits benefit your clients and the planet. In today's world, environmental stewardship is more crucial than ever. With mounting emphasis on reducing carbon emissions, enhancing recycling efforts and minimizing energy consumption, it's vital to reflect on how the choices we make can contribute ...
Taking an idea to an industry standard in three decades
By Dale Nelson, Roof Hugger. Partners pioneered a metal roofing retrofit system to rejuvenate aged structures, sparking a journey of innovation and rigorous testing that set industry standards and continues to evolve today. A revolution began in the metal roofing industry with the inception of Roof Hugger — a company ...
All parts must work together for a strong roofing system
By Roof Hugger. Every detail in a roofing system contributes to its overall strength and longevity. We heard from a client that a competitor in the industry was saying their sub-purlins were stronger than ours here at Roof Hugger. This was mainly due to their "U" shape design, which incorporated ...
Save the date for MCA Summer Meeting 2024!
June 10-12, 2024 @ Rosemont, Illinois Registration is open! Join us in person the evening of June 10 through June 12 for the 2024 MCA Summer Meeting. The MCA Summer Meeting is your opportunity learn about industry trends and get involved with marketing and technical activities to help promote the use ...
MCA Announces New Board Members
The Metal Construction Association (MCA) is proud to welcome three new members to its Board of Directors. The new members are D.J. Highnote, product advisor/vice president at Roof Hugger, RC Antal, director of insulated metal panels at ATAS International and Jules Dekovics, national sales manager at Exceptional Metals. They join current directors ...
Don’t miss these building clinics at IRE
By Lauren White. Building clinics are your chance to see live demos from industry experts about metal roofing, exteriors, single-ply roofing and more! We are just days away from the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2024! As you’re planning your time on the tradeshow floor, make sure you schedule time to ...
MCA teaming up with Roof Hugger, McElroy Metal for IRE presentation
A lifetime of metal construction expertise takes center stage at IRE. Experts from Roof Hugger and McElroy Metal will be presenting “Retrofit with Metal Systems” on the opening day and the last day of the International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas. DJ Highnote of Roof Hugger and Charlie Smith of McElroy Metal ...
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