Simplifying the roof

By Jenny Yu. 

With hands-on training and innovative technology, AWIP’s IMPpro program advances quality and efficiency in the roofing industry. 

In an episode of MetalCast™, All Weather Insulated Panels (AWIP) Vice President of Sales Joe Paparella sat down with Heidi J. Ellsworth to discuss the company’s commitment to innovation, installer education and the future of insulated metal panels (IMPs) through its IMPpro Authorized Installer and Dealer Program.  

Joe emphasized that the program is designed to train and certify a wide range of building professionals, from roofers and erectors to general contractors and cladding specialists. “The outcome of that day of training is a five-year certification that carries with you. An individual may switch companies and carry that authorization throughout the entire five years,” Joe said. 

With training locations in California, Arkansas and Pennsylvania, AWIP ensures accessibility for participants across North America. The program’s success is reflected in its growing popularity and repeat attendance. “These classes seem to fill up pretty quickly, and we even sometimes get repeat customers,” Joe stated. “We get our customers bringing in some of their dealers, installers, different groups. I think the biggest positive feedback you can get is when you get repeat customers.” 

The company’s commitment to technology also sets it apart. Joe explained how AWIP is leading the integration of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and 3D design into its training and project processes. “Having the capability to work together on a single model all the way from design with our customers and us as a manufacturer and supplier of the roof and wall panels, is extremely important,” he said. “Having that early engagement to design together is going to help speed up the process through install, increase accuracy and work together with different trades.” 

As demand for energy-efficient building solutions grows, AWIP continues to expand its reach into both metal and traditional roofing applications. Joe noted that the company’s OneDek low-slope roofing system simplifies construction by combining decking and insulation in one high-performance panel. 

“It’s just simplifying the roof,” Joe said. “The more we can do to train installers on putting insulated metal panels down, the better.” 

Read the transcript, Listen to the episode or Watch the recording to learn more about how AWIP is transforming the future of the roofing industry.