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Stick, seal and set: SopraPATCH by SOPREMA
By Emma Peterson. SOPREMA continues its legacy of innovation with a fast-curing, multi-surface repair patch that’s ready for paint in just one hour. In 1908, Charles Geisen founded SOPREMA with the goal to develop a fully waterproof fabric that would also be flexible and easy to install. The result was ...
Renewed optimism in the industry
By Jenny Yu. An NRCA scholarship awardee and his mentor share the impact of the Empower All Scholarship and their mentor relationship. The roofing industry’s up-and-coming leaders are impressing the veterans. One such trailblazer is Nathanial Koren, recipient of the Empower All Scholarship from the National Roofing Contractors ...
People like Hannah Ford are the future of roofing
By Emma Peterson. The Third Estimate’s BuildHERS Scholarship empowers young folks, like The Coffee Shops’ own Hannah Ford, to build their careers. Last year The Third Estimate, a roofing company based in Northeast Ohio, introduced their BuildHERS Scholarship. The goal of this scholarship is to “empower young women to pursue ...
The growing world of green roofs
By Emma Peterson. Bringing vegetation onto a roof offers a variety of benefits, including extended membrane life. Recently, Heidi J. Ellsworth got to host Angie Durhman and John Parker for an episode of CoatingsTalk all about green roofs. Angie, who has over 25 years of experience in the green roof ...
Product announcement: Introducing two innovative additions to SOPREMA's building envelope solutions: Sopraseal Rainscreen and Sopraseal Stick VP-UV Sopraseal Stick VP-UV & Rainscreen
Introducing two cutting-edge solutions designed to enhance building envelope durability, boost installation efficiency and deliver top-tier protection. We are pleased to introduce two innovative additions to SOPREMA's building envelope portfolio: Sopraseal Rainscreen and Sopraseal Stick VP-UV. These complementary solutions deliver superior protection and installation efficiency. Sopraseal Rainscreen Wall drainage and drying layer Key benefits: 1 ...
Ready, set, compete!
By Lauren White. The 2025 Building Envelope Olympics showcases sportsmanship and skills. Professionalism. Precision. Pride. All things that come to mind when thinking about Olympians, which we’ll see soon for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The same is true for the more than 100 competitors who convened in Scottsdale, ...
Spotlighting resilience and collaboration at IIBEC 2025
By Jesse Sanchez. Building-envelope leader kicks off event with focus on durability, partnerships and forward-thinking solutions. At the kickoff of International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) 2025, SOPREMA took the stage to send a clear message: modern roofing isn’t just about the materials, it’s about systems, solutions and working smarter together. ...
SOPREMA US celebrates expansion and rebranding of Schoolcraft facility
Multimillion-dollar investment signals growth, sustainability and the evolution of the SOPREMA brand. SOPREMA US is proud to announce the expansion and rebranding of its Schoolcraft facility, formerly known as Chem Link. A ribbon-cutting and celebration event will be held on Wednesday, June 25, to mark the official transition to SOPREMA Schoolcraft, ...
Green Roofs, Real Results - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Angie Durhman, technical sales support representative and John Parker, architectural sales representative from SOPREMA . You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Intro: My name is Heidi Ellsworth and this is Coatings ...
Roofing reimagined: Vegetated roof systems
By Emma Peterson. Explore the benefits of green roofs with Angie Durham and John Parker from SOPREMA. From reducing urban heat index to extending the life of the roofing membrane and reducing cooling costs inside the building, the value of incorporating vegetation into a roof system goes far beyond the ...
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