Rudy Gutierrez knew he was taking a risk when he founded a family-owned roofing company in the midst of an economic recession, but he was confident that his business model would prevail.
Johns Manville (JM) has earned a significant rebate check from Energizing Indiana, Richmond Power & Light (RP&L) and the Indiana Municipal Power Agency (IMPA) for energy-efficient improvements to its Richmond Insulation Systems facility.
Innovations in unique asphalt shingle design, increased energy efficiency and adherence to code specifications have emerged as key elements in the roofing industry.
The Walgreens distribution facility in Windsor, Wis., was originally built in 1980 with a standing seam steel roof offering an R-value of 9.5. Owners decided it was time to improve the energy efficiency of the distribution center and hired RRK Associates, Ltd., to carry out the project.