Top January stories: Honoring industry legends, redefining modern construction and the importance of proactive care

By Anna Lockhart.  

Here’s what has been trending on the MetalCoffeeShop® (MCS) newsroom this past month.

As we ring in the new year, there are new trends and news just around the corner to shake up the metal industry for 2025. This month our readers showed a great interest in topics pertaining to the best metal upkeep tips, honoring the memory of industry leaders and so much more!  

Early this month, The Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) honored the memory of Tom Black, the organization’s first executive director and founding member. Having served the industry and his organization for over a decade, Tom left a tremendous impact on each. The article showcased his accomplishments and the MRA’s gratitude for his legacy.  

Another one of our January top articles highlights the curb appeal of horizontal metal panels, and how brands like McElroy Metal are changing the game when it comes to modern design. Offering sleek modern aesthetics while simultaneously providing unparallelled durability, horizontal metal panels can give any structure the best visual appeal while simultaneously delivering ultimate functionality.  

The most popular MetalCoffeeShop article so far this year unveiled the best kept industry secrets to extending metal roof lifespans without driving up costs. Recapping the best moments from the recent episode of MetalTalk™, the article shares valuable advice from industry experts Tim Overstreet of Gaco and Tom Portaro of NTEC Systems.

Read the top 5 articles:  

5 - Breaking the mold in metal cleaning

4 - MRA honors original founder member, Executive Director Tom Black

3 - Restore and rejuvenate metal surfaces

2 - The perfect balance of style and strength

1 - Unlocking longevity with proactive care