search
cart
facebook twitter linkedin youtube instagram Spotify Podcasts Apple Podcasts Spotify Podcasts Apple Podcasts
  • Sign In
  • Create Account
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
  • NEWS
  • TOPICS
    • Cool Roofing
    • Event News
    • Latinos in Roofing
    • Low Slope
    • Legal
    • Metal
    • Project Profiles
    • Roofing Supply Pro
    • Roofing Safety
    • Steep Slope
    • Sustainable Roofing
    • Technology
  • EXCLUSIVES
    • Best of Success
    • Contractor Profile
    • IRE Show
    • Roofing Contractor of the Year
    • Top 100
    • Young Guns
    • State of the Industry
    • Century Club
  • MULTIMEDIA
    • Videos
    • Podcasts
    • Interactive Spotlights
    • Roofing Quizzes
    • IRE Videos
    • Webinars
    • Photo Galleries
  • PRODUCTS
    • New Products
    • Featured Products
  • COLUMNS
    • Editor's Note
    • Exit Planning
    • Legally Speaking
    • Safety Advice
    • Technical Details
    • Guest Column
  • EVENTS
    • International Roofing Expo
    • Webinars
    • Best of Success Conference
    • Industry Events
  • DIRECTORY
    • Associations
    • Distributors
    • Manufacturer/Supplier
    • Business Services
    • Get Listed
  • MORE
    • Roofing Contractor eNews
    • RC Store
    • Roofing Supply Pro
    • Custom Content & Marketing Services
    • Market Research
    • Sponsor Insights
    • Company Spotlights
    • Classifieds
      • Auctions
      • Business For Sale
      • Business Opportunities
      • Equipment For Sale
      • Positions Available
      • Products
      • Safety
      • Software
      • Services
      • Training
    • Contact Us
  • EMAGAZINE
    • eMagazine
    • Advertise
      • Media Kit
      • Editorial Calendar
      • Contact
    • Archive Issues
  • SIGN UP!
Roofing News

Industry News

November 1, 2007
Industry News

METALCON International was the most well-attended show in the event's 17-year history.

METALCON International's 2007 Largest Ever

NEWTON, Mass. - METALCON International was the most well attended show in the event’s 17-year history with 8,147 registrants from more than 40 countries participating. Thousands of products and services were offered by 323 exhibiting companies in 84,000 square feet of space at the Las Vegas Conven-tion Center on Oct. 3-5.

METALCON International is the only annual trade show and conference focused on the application of metal in industrial, institutional, light commercial and residential construction. Each year it brings together builders, designers, specifiers, developers, building owners, government officials and manufacturers from all over the world.

This year, the event featured 59 new exhibiting companies, 29 new educational offerings in its 42-session conference, a new two-day Gutter Boot Camp, an interactive Tool Day, live-action impact testing on metal wall systems, an interactive roofing demo, and a Solar Lounge in the exhibit hall.

Besides the exhibitors, there were other big winners at the event. Ana Lilia Garcia, administrative assistant at HMC Architects in Calexico, Calif., won a new Ford Ranger Sport pickup truck in METALCON’s Win-A-Truck contest.

Gary Young of Bilodeau Siding and Insulation, Franconia, N.H., won a trip to METALCON 2008 offered by Classic Metal Roofing Systems, Piqua, Ohio, that includes airfare, hotel, exhibit hall admission and a conference package.

Also, 23-year-old U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Evan Morgan was the recipient of the 2007 METALCON Interna-tional steel-framed home and was honored at a ceremony dedicating the steel structure to him and his family. METALCON is sponsored by the Glenview, Ill.-based Metal Construction Association and produced by New-ton, Mass.-based PSMJ Resources Inc. The 2008 METALCON will be Oct. 1-3 at the Baltimore Convention Center. For more information, call 800-537-7765 or visit www.metalcon.com.

U.S. Congressman Bud Cramer, left, joined Mayor of Scottsboro, Dan Deason, center, and JM’s Vice President and General Manager of Roofing Systems, Tom Ryan, in delivering keynote addresses.

Johns Manville Dedicates TPO Manufacturing Facility

SCOTTSBORO, Ala. - Johns Manville hosted a ceremonial dedication on Sept. 21 for a new state-of-the-art thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) roofing membrane manufacturing facility in Scottsboro, Ala. State and local dignitaries, including U.S. Congressman Bud Cramer, joined JM’s Vice President and General Manager of Roofing Systems, Tom Ryan, in delivering keynote addresses before government offi-cials, members of the Scottsboro community, JM executives and other business leaders.

“This is truly a great day for the City of Scottsboro and the State of Alabama,” Alabama Gov. Bob Riley said. “Johns Manville’s investment is a testament to the workforce in Scottsboro, and the state is committed to ensure the company’s success in Alabama.”

Johns Manville will manufacture TPO for use in commercial and industrial roofing systems. The company plans to begin production in mid-2008.

“We are excited to be part of the Scottsboro, Alabama business community,” Ryan said. “This investment reinforces our commitment to providing our customers with a complete portfolio of bituminous and single-ply low-slope roofing systems backed by our superior service.” For more information, visit www.jm.com.

Employees, customers, and business partners celebrated MetalForming’s 10th anniversary and posed for this photo outside of the company’s new warehouse.

MetalForming Celebrates 10th Anniversary

PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. - MetalForming Inc. celebrated its 10th anniversary Sept. 28 with a ceremony dedicating the company’s new warehouse building. The Georgia-based provider of architectural equipment welcomed customers, employees, and key business partners to an open house and luncheon that commemorated not only a decade of business success and marked the company’s 4,000th machine sold.

The company sells and services high-quality metal folders, shears, roll formers, slitters, curvers and hand tools from the manufacturers across the globe, and representatives from the Jorns Co. of Switzerland, Schechtl of Germany, eventures of Austria and Schlebach of Germany were on hand to help mark the occasion.

MetalForming owner Geoff Stone reminisced about founding the company over his kitchen table and thanked his employees, his customers, his family and his manufacturing partners for their support throughout the years. “There is no MetalForming without our products,” said Stone. “I would like to thank the people who design, manufacture and produce the finest machines of their kind in the world.”

The company received a proclamation from the Peachtree City Council congratulating the company on its 10th anniversary, and Stone also received a special commendation from the Special Olympics for the company’s support over the years and a donation made in Stone’s name by company employees. For more information, visit www.metalforming-usa.com.

FM Global Updates Roofing Data Sheet 1-29

JOHNSTON, R.I. - FM Global announced that has updated its Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 1-29, “Roof Deck Securement and Above-Deck Roof Components.” The latest version (September 2007) has been posted and can be downloaded at no charge. The updated sections also are highlighted in red for your easy reference. As part of the update, data sheet recommendation 2.2.1.5.1 was expanded to allow for prescriptive enhance-ments for installations where up to a 90 psf wind rating is needed in a non-hurricane-prone area. This change brings that recommendation back in line with what it was in the data sheet prior to January 2006, but only for non-hurricane-prone regions.

“The primary focus of the new updates to Data Sheet 1-29 has been to enhance windstorm resistance in tropical cyclone-prone regions as well as maintain the cost effectiveness of roof systems in other areas. Additionally, the data sheet enhancements make the engineering guidelines easier to follow, reflect the latest information from recent product research testing, and address some of the roofing industry’s feedback related to certain recom-mendations,” said Dick Davis, senior engineering technical specialist, FM Global. For more information, visit www.roofnav.com.

CertainTeed Offers Building Science DVD

VALLEY FORGE, Pa. - CertainTeed Corp. introduces Commercial Building Science Concepts and Practices, a self-study workshop DVD for builders, architects, designers, engineers and contrac-tors. Commercial Building Science Concepts and Practices illustrates how natural forces affect a building and outline strategies for achieving energy efficient buildings, identifying trouble spots in construction, and plan-ning for safety, comfort and convenience.

The DVD contains seven learning modules: Introduction to Commercial Building Science, Thermal Control in Building Envelopes, Air Barriers, Moisture Management, Understanding Acoustics and Sound Control, Building for Fire Safety, Creating Comfortable Environments, and Green Building Through Sustainable De-sign. It includes 265 photographs, tables, schematics, diagrams, graphs, animations and cutaway views to ex-plain the issue of commercial building science. For builders interested in the building science for residential buildings, the DVD “The Art of Building Science” is also available. For information on how to purchase a copy of the DVDs, call 800-233-8990 or visit www.certainteed.com.

Share This Story

Looking for a reprint of this article?
From high-res PDFs to custom plaques, order your copy today!

Recommended Content

JOIN TODAY
to unlock your recommendations.

Already have an account? Sign In

  • Roofing Contractor Group Publisher Jill Bloom

    Physics, the Power of Authenticity and You

    In February's Publisher's Note, Jill Bloom describes a...
    Columns
    By: Jill Bloom
  • The Family Food Fare supermarket in Midland, Mich.

    ‘Rooftop Ninja’ Discovered Living on Roof, Inside Grocery Sign

    A bizarre tale out of Midland, Mich.: a woman dubbed the...
    Roofing News
    By: Bryan Gottlieb
  • A before and after heat measurement comparison

    How Hot is Too Hot in the Attic?

    If the ventilation is working, how hot should the attic...
    Steep Slope Roofing
    By: Paul Scelsi
You must login or register in order to post a comment.

Report Abusive Comment

Manage My Account
  • eMagazine Subscription
  • Sign Up for the eNewsletter
  • Online Registration
  • Manage My Preferences
  • Subscription Customer Service

More Videos

Sponsored Content

Sponsored Content is a special paid section where industry companies provide high quality, objective, non-commercial content around topics of interest to the Roofing Contractor audience. All Sponsored Content is supplied by the advertising company and any opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and not necessarily reflect the views of Roofing Contractor or its parent company, BNP Media. Interested in participating in our Sponsored Content section? Contact your local rep!

close
  • An overhead view of a residential block
    Sponsored byCBIZ CompuData

    From Spreadsheets to Strategy: How Roofing Companies Can Transform Financial Operations

  • Snow Guard Solutions for Metal Roofs by S-5!
    Sponsored byS-5!

    Safeguard Your Building: How Snow Guards Prevent Costly Roof & Property Damage

  • A hand holding a wooden block that reads 'EVOLVE'
    Sponsored byWatercress Financial

    Embracing Change: A New Era for the Roofing Industry

Popular Stories

Agentes de ICE arrestaron a casi una docena de empleados de una empresa de techos en Lowell, Massachusetts. Los arrestos son parte de una redada federal más amplia contra la contratación no autorizada y las violaciones migratorias en Boston.

ICE Redondea a Equipo de Techos Afuera de Boston

QXO CEO Brad Jacobs will share the company’s strategic vision today at the Wolfe Research Global Transportation & Industrials Conference in New York following its acquisition of Beacon Roofing Supply..

QXO’s Brad Jacobs Charts Growth at Wolfe Research Conference

Florida has become the focal point for construction-site raids, attracting national attention and altering labor dynamics throughout the industry.

Florida Emerges as the Epicenter of ICE Raids

Roofing Contractor Webinar

Events

December 3, 2025

The Premier Roofing Conference: Best of Success

Join roofing professionals from across the nation at the 2025 Best of Success conference, the ultimate destination for roofing professionals seeking the latest industry insights and networking opportunities. Pick up strategies for critical challenges like workforce shortage with innovative solutions, explore the latest advancements in roofing technology and sustainable practices, and gain valuable insights from industry leaders on navigating the evolving roofing landscape.

View All Submit An Event

Related Articles

  • Industry News Owens Corning Names New COO

    See More
  • Industry News

    See More
  • Industry News

    See More

Events

View AllSubmit An Event
  • April 17, 2025

    Homeowners Survey: A Roofing Customer’s Journey

    On-Demand Roofing contractors can use this information to better understand what factors influence a homeowner's contractor selection process. At the same time, they'll explore ideas to improve customer communication and operational efficiency that grow profits.
  • May 22, 2025

    Remote Teams 101: The New Way to Hire

    ON DEMAND: Our industry experts will guide you through what remote hiring and outsourcing should look like, how it can help you grow, and why it’s easier (and less scary) than you might think. If you want to save time, find great talent, and grow your business, this is one session you don’t want to miss!
View AllSubmit An Event
×

Be in the forefront of the roofing industry!

Join thousands of professionals today. Shouldn’t you know what they know?

JOIN NOW!
  • RESOURCES
    • Advertise
    • Contact Us
    • Directories
    • Store
    • Want More
  • SIGN UP TODAY
    • Create Account
    • eMagazine
    • eNewsletter
    • Customer Service
    • Manage Preferences
  • SERVICES
    • Marketing Services
    • Reprints
    • Market Research
    • List Rental
    • Survey/Respondent Access
  • STAY CONNECTED
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
    • X
  • PRIVACY
    • PRIVACY POLICY
    • TERMS & CONDITIONS
    • DO NOT SELL MY PERSONAL INFORMATION
    • PRIVACY REQUEST
    • ACCESSIBILITY

Copyright ©2025. All Rights Reserved BNP Media.

Design, CMS, Hosting & Web Development :: ePublishing