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Articles Tagged with ''safety equipment''

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IRE 2025

View the Winners of the 2025 IRE's Innovative Product Showcase and Awards Program

Products include solar shingles, ladder safety equipment and AI-powered technology
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
March 21, 2025
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Find out which products took home the gold from the 2025 Innovative Product Showcase and Awards Program, including the Perople's Choice Award decided by IRE attendees.


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A roof collapse durng Saint Patrick's Day could have been much worse.
Roofing Safety

VIDEO: Roof Collapses During St. Patrick’s Day Party

With 16 reportedly injured, one roofing expert to call it a "miracle" it wasn't worse
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
March 20, 2025
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A viral video shows the perils of overloading a roof, with experts calling it a "miracle" no one died from the accident.


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Werner is partnering with the American Ladder Institute for Ladder Safety Month this March, promoting injury prevention through training and awareness.
Ladder Safety Month

Werner Marks 9 Years of Sponsoring National Ladder Safety Month

Annual campaign raises national awareness to the importance of ladder safety on the worksite; Werner provides valuable training support, resources and tools
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
March 14, 2025
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The yearly "Safety Month" campaign raises national awareness to the importance of ladder safety on the worksite; Werner provides valuable training support, resources and tools.


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Roofing Distribution

Distributor Profile: Julia Farrell, WRYKER Construction Supply

Young leader adapts to evolving industry with a strong team and background in computer science
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
March 12, 2025
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By adopting an iterative approach to improving her company, WRYKER Construction Supply President Julia Farrell ensures the distributor serves up wins for its customers.


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W.steps (pronounced “vee-steps”) traces its roots to Sweden and brings an exacting Scandinavian design and manufacturing approach that the company says produces a stable, durable and efficient ladder.
March is Ladder Safety Month

W.steps Swedish Ladders Designed to be Safe, Stable and Durable

Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
March 11, 2025
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W.steps introduces PRIME, COMBI, and RESCUE ladders with safety-focused designs, stability and versatile configurations for pros and emergency personnel.



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Roofing Safety

VIDEO: Roofing Safety Training for Estimators

Training for estimators is just as important as ensuring the safety of installers on a jobsite
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
Tammy Clark
Tammy Clark
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
February 28, 2025
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An overlooked aspect of roofing safety is the estimator. By properly training an estimator, roofing contractors can nip property damage, materials handling and safety issues in the bud.


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FallTech Introduces FT-1910 Safety Harness
Roofing Safety

FallTech Introduces FT-1910 Safety Harness

Harness is built with UltraTech webbing that is 25% thicker than standard materials
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
February 14, 2025
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Named in reference to an OSHA standard, the FT-1910 safety harness provides workers with unmatched support, durability, and comfort.


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Raymond introduces iWAREHOUSE ObjectSense Detection & Notification System, or iW.ObjectSense.
Safety Technology

Raymond Enhances Operator Security with Detection and Notification System

System increases warehouse productivity and operator training reinforcement
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
February 14, 2025
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Raymond Corporation introduces iW.ObjectSense, a detection system that alerts lift truck operators to obstacles, enabling controlled slowdown and stops for enhanced safety. 


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Roofers face the highest risk of traumatic brain injury of all the construction trades.
Safety

Roofers at Highest Risk for Brain Injuries in Construction: Tips to Minimize Hazards

Joe Brandel, Business Development Manager for North America Industrial Safety Market at Mips, a market leader in helmet-based safety.
Joe Brandel
December 31, 2024
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Roofers face the highest risk of fatal falls and traumatic brain injuries in construction, making awareness of rotational motion impacts and modern helmet technology crucial for safety.


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Roofing Technology

Paul Spies Wins 2024 RT3 Innovator of the Year Award

CEO of Smart Safety Solutions developing harness cameras to ensure crews are working safely
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 5, 2024
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Paul Spies, CEO of Smart Safety Solutions, won the Roofing Technology Think Tank’s annual Innovator of the Year award for improving safety with technology at the Best of Success conference in Bonita Springs, Fla. 


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