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Articles Tagged with ''manufacturing''

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Manufacturing News

GAF Energy Relocating HQ from California to Texas

Shutting down the San Jose plant will result in nearly 140 layoffs
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 17, 2025
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In light of ongoing changes in the solar industry, GAF Energy is shutting down operations at its San Jose, Calif., headquarters and relocating to its Georgetown, Texas, facility.


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Business Expansion

Owens Corning Opens New Foamular NGX Plant in Arkansas

New Russellville facility brings jobs, innovation
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
October 15, 2025
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Owens Corning celebrated the grand opening of its new 150,000-sq.-ft. Foamular NGX plant in Russellville, Ark., creating more than 50 jobs and boosting sustainable insulation production.



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It’s All in the Details – How to Avoid 4 Common Mistakes with Roofing Accessories

Prefabricated parts save time, cut costs, and ensure consistency.
October 10, 2025
Weather delays and owner demands often compress timelines. Prefab accessories help you finish strong—even on a tight schedule.
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Acquisition News

Cornerstone Building Brands Acquires Metal Sales Manufacturing Corporation

Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
September 26, 2025
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Founded in 1963, Metal Sales has about 900 employees and a nationwide footprint that Cornerstone Building Brands says is highly complementary to its existing operations.


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Roofing Products

WERNER Launches Ready Step Lightweight, Compact Fiberglass Step Ladder

Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
September 24, 2025
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The WERNER Ready Step is a lightweight and compact fiberglass step ladder built for residential trades professionals and includes built-in tool organization.


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Business Expansion

Central States Opens Metal Manufacturing Plant in Utah

The new metal manufacturing plant, boosting production of panels, purlin, trim, and the Alpha Framing System.
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
September 24, 2025
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Central States Inc. opens a new 100,000-sq.-ft. metal plant in Tooele, Utah—its 13th and westernmost site—creating over 90 jobs and expanding its innovative product offerings.



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Environmental Study

Study from Canada Examines Impact of Construction Plastic Waste

Building material suppliers can play a role in reducing plastic waste
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
September 23, 2025
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Canada’s Federal Plastics Registry will expand in 2026 to include construction plastics, requiring companies that supply or use building materials to report how much plastic they produce, recycle, and dispose of. These actions could spur similar efforts in the U.S. to help companies reduce plastic waste.


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Manufacturing News

AWIP Welcomes Gary Sweeney as Director of Low Slope Roofing

Role designed to strengthen AWIP's position in the commercial roofing market
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
September 23, 2025
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In his new role, Sweeney will oversee AWIP’s low-slope roofing market with a focus on expanding the reach of its OneDek system.


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Business Expansion

Owens Corning Picks Alabama for New Shingle Plant

Prattville plant to produce 6M squares of shingles annually with advanced automation
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
September 19, 2025
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Owens Corning will build a new shingle plant in Prattville, Ala., boosting capacity, adding 100 jobs, and enhancing service across its U.S. roofing network.



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Manufacturing News

Mark Bus of ATAS Receives Forty Under 40 Award

Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
September 18, 2025
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Forty Under 40 honorees, like ATAS International's Mark Bus, are those who show achievements and professional excellence within their respective fields and make positive contributions to the Greater Lehigh Valley community.


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