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The Rise of Metal Roofing for Commercial Applications

More than 2 billion square feet of metal roofing is installed in the United States each year—and it didn't happen overnight.

Rob Haddock

September 8, 2026

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The 2 billion square feet of metal roofing installed in the United States each year is more than any other commercial roof material, including EPDM, PVC and TPO.

Metal Roofing

Cornerstone Establishes Fortify as Dedicated Metal Business

Metal Solutions now operates under new name.

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 3, 2026

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Cornerstone Building Brands’ Metal Solutions business now operates as Fortify Building Solutions, serving the metal building industry under CEO Matt Ackley.

New Products

Rocky Mountain Snow Guards launches Rocky Fence

The two-pipe aluminum snow fence is designed for standing seam metal roofs and is available in mill finish, dark bronze and custom colors.

Roofing Contractor Staff

August 30, 2026

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Rocky Fence offers a two-pipe snow retention option for standing seam metal roofs.

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Inc. 5000

True Metal Supply Ranks No. 33 on 2026 Inc. 5000

Metal roofing and siding manufacturer also takes the No. 1 spot among U.S. manufacturers

Roofing Contractor Staff

August 11, 2026

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Founded in 2022, the company operates facilities in Knoxville, Tenn., and Asheville, N.C.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Slate Capital Group Sells O'Donnell Metal Deck & Bar Joist to Clarendon Capital

Under CEO Matt Weiss, OMD grew from one to 21 locations

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 20, 2026

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Under CEO Matt Weiss, OMD grew from one to 21 locations, combining company-operated facilities and third-party logistics sites nationwide.

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METALCON 2026

METALCON apuesta por el español y expande su programa educativo para 2026

Habrá más oportunidades de capacitación.

Roofing Contractor Staff

June 21, 2026

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METALCON ampliará su oferta educativa en 2026 con nuevas sesiones, demostraciones prácticas y un nuevo programa en español dirigido a profesionales de la industria.

New Products

Teks Adds Standing Seam Roofing Screw for Metal Roofs

Fastener for wood substrates fits flanged and clip-based standing seam systems and began nationwide distribution April 7.

Roofing Contractor Staff

June 11, 2026

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New standing seam screw for wood substrates features a low-profile head, T25 drive and nationwide availability.

METALCON 2026

METALCON Expands Education Program for 2026 Show

Training, outlooks and new Latino track

Roofing Contractor Staff

June 8, 2026

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METALCON 2026 will feature expanded training, economic outlooks, continuing education credits and a new Spanish-language track for metal construction professionals.

Obituary

Chicago Roofing Community Mourns Loss of Charlie Williams

The 26-year-old Tidwell Roofing & Sheet Metal apprentice is remembered for his generosity, craftsmanship and passion for helping others.

Roofing Contractor Staff

June 6, 2026

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The Chicago Roofing Contractors Association and Tidwell Roofing & Sheet Metal are honoring the life and legacy of Charlie Williams, who passed away on May 19.