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Roofing Products

March 2026 Product Focus

Tools & Equipment

By Roofing Contractor Staff
 A BAK RION 2 Digital heat gun and product display at the IRE Innovative Product Showcase
BAK/Hapco
March 16, 2026

RiOn 2 Digital

BAK/Hapco

The RiOn 2 Digital is a precision-engineered welding tool designed for comfort, efficiency, and performance. Featuring a slim, ergonomic handle, it reduces operator fatigue during extended use. A clear digital display shows both actual and set temperatures, while a visual LED confirms when the target temperature is reached for confident operation.

Learn more at hapcoinc.com.

A new lime green BURRO VOLT electric towable lift/forklift with a black mast and wheels.
Photo: Donkey Forklifts

Burro Volt

Donkey Forklifts

The Burro Volt is the first all-electric, American-made walk-behind forklift. With a 3,000 lb capacity, 56" reach, 143" lift, and smart BMS technology, the Volt delivers zero-emission, industrial-strength performance—making it both interior-compliant and exterior-ready. Learn more at donkeyforklift.com.

A blue and grey industrial machine for material handling, surrounded by silver Macaden containers.
Photo: SOPREMA

SOPREMA MINI-MACADEN

SOPREMA

SOPREMA’s MINI-MACADEN is a propelled and self-guided bituminous membrane installation machine designed to unroll, weld, and smooth base sheet and cap sheet membranes. It can be used on roofs, bridges, viaducts, and parking decks. Delivered in a robust transport case. Install four times more rolls per hour.

For more information, visit soprema.com.

A red and black cable slitter with two circular blades and an articulated arm for stripping various cables.
Photo: The Malco Group

TurboShear Rotary Panel Cutter

The Malco Group

Malco’s TurboShear Rotary Panel Cutter cuts ribbed roofing and wall panels with unmatched precision and ease. This model features dual opposing cutting wheels—designed to smoothly self-advance the tool through metal and vinyl, leaving a clean, precise cut.​ With a 22-gauge cutting capacity, the TSPC1 is built to handle tough jobs with confidence. Learn more at malcotools.com.

Industrial metal shear machine with zigzag blades and front guides, featuring a warning label.
Photo: New Tech Machinery

Z-Cutter Metal Z-Closure Flashing Shear

New Tech Machinery

The Z-cutter is a specialized device designed to precisely and consistently cut pre-formed Z-closures, essential for locking ridge caps onto metal roofs. By streamlining the cutting process, this accessory empowers operators to deliver faster, more reliable results, enhancing overall productivity and profitability. For more information, visit newtechmachinery.com.

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