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Educación

Lecciones desde la Azotea para Impulsar Pequeñas Empresas de Contratistas

OC University ayuda a los contratistas a hacer crecer sus negocios, ofreciendo educación accesible y habilitada por la tecnología que va más allá de la azotea

Jon Gardner

June 9, 2025

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OC University está ayudando a los contratistas a crecer sus negocios al ofrecer educación accesible y habilitada por la tecnología que va más allá del tejado.

Panasonic’s ADVANC-R vacuum insulation panel delivers an R-Value of 66 at just 0.94" thick.

New Product News

Panasonic to Showcase ADVANC-R Vacuum Insulation Panel at AIA 2025

Company says panel sets new standard in low-slope roofing efficiency

Roofing Contractor Staff

June 3, 2025

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Panasonic will showcase its ultra-thin, high-performance ADVANC-R insulation at AIA 2025, offering R-66 efficiency in just 0.94 inches for modern roofing challenges.

The Foam Sales Group joins the Roofing Alliance.

Organization News

Foam Sales Group Joins the Roofing Alliance as New Service Provider Member

Roofing Contractor Staff

June 2, 2025

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Foam Sales Group has joined the Roofing Alliance as its newest Service Provider Member, supporting innovation, education and philanthropy in the roofing industry.

Product News: EnergyShield XR is now approved for an expanded range of NFPA 285 assemblies.

Manufacturer News

Expanded Fire Performance Approvals for EnergyShield XR Continuous Insulation

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 20, 2025

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The latest fire performance test results mean that EnergyShield XR can now be used within millions more NFPA 285 assemblies, including exterior cladding like metal panels.

Kingspan said the new vacuum insulation panel addresses the growing demand for energy-efficient roofing solutions in new-build and retrofit applications with limited construction depth.

New Product News

Kingspan Launches OPTIM-R E, Encapsulated Vacuum Insulation Panel

Vacuum-insulated roofing system achieves optimum thermal performance in tight spaces without increasing roof height

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 28, 2025

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Kingspan Insulation North America introduces OPTIM-R E, a durable, ultra-thin vacuum insulation panel delivering an R-Value of 34.2 per inch for space-limited projects.

Keeping It Cool

Considerations for Roofing Cold Storage Facilities

As demand for cold storage continues to surge, roofing contractors must be ready to address specific challenges posed by the roofing system

Jay Saldana

April 28, 2025

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Roofing demand for cold-storage facilities is expected to increase in 2025. Are roofing contractors ready?

Sika introduces SikaWall-3000 Rapid Bond (a one-component polyurethane foam adhesive for use in Sika Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems.

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Sika Launches SikaWall-3000 Rapid Bond

A one-component polyurethane foam adhesive for use in Sika Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS)

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 8, 2025

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Sika launches SikaWall-3000 Rapid Bond, a fast-curing, one-component adhesive designed to speed up EIFS installs with strong, durable bonds and easy application.

Hempitecture’s mission for decarbonization at scale, the materials used to create hempcrete biocomposites absorb carbon dioxide during curing

Sustainable Products

Hempitecture Introduces Hempcrete: Bio-based Material That is Resilient Against Fires

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 10, 2025

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Hempitecture’s ASTM-tested Hempcrete offers fire resistance and energy savings, helping contractors build safer, more resilient structures in wildfire-prone areas.