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Articles Tagged with ''reports and studies''

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Health and Safety

New Study Indicates Poor Sleep is a Fatal Threat to Migrant Roofers

Migrant workers who help restore communities after severe storms are more likely to experience poor quality of sleep
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
January 19, 2024
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A new study shows factors like housing, documentation and job stability impact the quality of sleep migrant roofers experience, which increases the risk of injury or death on the job.


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Scientists at UC Santa Barbara have developed an adaptive roof tile that can adjust to ambient temperatures and save money on heating and cooling costs.
Research and Technology News

Researchers Offer ‘Adaptive Roof Tile’ Concept That Responds to Outside Temp., Reduces Energy Consumption

Scientists at the University of California Santa Barbara published academic paper on roof tiles that can cut heat and cooling costs without the use of electricity
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
December 14, 2023
5 Comments

UC Santa Barbara researchers have developed adaptive roof tiles that reduce heating and cooling costs without electronics, using a wax motor for thermoregulation.


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2023 Commercial Roofing Trends Report
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2023 Commercial Roofing Trends Report

Commercial Roofing Contractors are Bullish About Chances for Success in 2024 and Beyond
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Art Aisner
November 29, 2023
One Comment
RC's annual research initiative focused on capturing the roofing industry's broad perspective on successes and challenges in 2023 while also looking ahead to the year to come.
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Nonprofit News

Roofing Alliance 2022-23 Annual Report Highlights Education, Philanthropic Efforts

Initiatives from prior year include 16 new and renewal scholarships and university certification program
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
November 24, 2023
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The Roofing Alliance's report shines a spotlight on the organization’s funding initiatives, membership, communications, awards, student competition and more.


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Solar Roofing

Study Shows Cool Roofs Can Help Increase Power Yields in PV Solar Panels

Cool roof coatings can benefit certain solar systems in addition to cooling buildings
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 20, 2023
One Comment

A Spanish-Algerian study shows how applying cool roof coatings can increase the amount of power generated by certain rooftop solar panels.


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Climate News

Study Examines How 3 Different Roof Materials Can Lower Energy Demand

Urban centers may benefit from new research by Argonne National Laboratory
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
October 4, 2023
2 Comments

Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory examined three different types of roofing strategies and their impact on near-surface temperature and cooling energy demand.


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GAF Unveils GAF QuickSite Reports

June 22, 2023
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GAF QuickSite provides complete site-specific data formatted to help contractors and design professionals work faster and more effectively.


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ABC Report: Monthly Construction Input Prices Decrease in May

June 14, 2023
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Although costs are down, prices for brick and structural clay tile as well as adhesives and sealants are up more than 9% over the past 12 months.


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Roofing Technology Trends

Study: Effectiveness of Exoskeletons in Preventing Roofing Injuries

New Zealand study shows potential benefits of roofers wearing exoskeletons for back support
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 17, 2023
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A new study out of New Zealand shows the potential health benefits of roofers using an exoskeleton while on the job.


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JobNimbus Unveils 2023 Roofing Industry Benchmarks for Success Report

March 8, 2023
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JobNimbus' report is an in-depth look at business practices and processes for companies in the roofing industry.


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