WASHINGTON — The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) has named Tim McQuillen, a member of the building products industry for 25 years, as director of technical services.  McQuillen now serves as the staff liaison for ARMA’s Technical Resource Group as well as ARMA’s Codes Steering Group in a staff support role.

In his new role, McQuillen will function as the technical voice of ARMA, leading the efforts on ARMA’s technical publications and communications while also responding to technical inquiries on asphalt roofing products and applications.

“ARMA is an association committed to educating and informing consumers and professionals through technical research and publications,” said McQuillen. “I look forward to contributing to these initiatives and more as we establish ARMA as the leading resource for asphalt roofing product applications.”

Prior to joining ARMA, McQuillen served as the technical manager of codes for Firestone Building Products Company, where he coordinated and executed product testing programs to obtain and document building code compliance.

McQuillen graduated from the University of Toledo with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. McQuillen is also a member of ASTM International and serves on the Technical Committee for the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC). He resides with his family in Westfield, Ind.

“Tim’s wealth of technical knowledge in the field of building products will make him an invaluable asset to ARMA,” said Reed Hitchcock, ARMA’s executive vice president. “We’re excited to add another strong member to the ARMA team who provides a new level of expertise to our association and the roofing industry as a whole.”  

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