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What’s New in Metal Roofing for 2013

July 11, 2013

Metal roofing’s heat reflective properties give homeowners many benefits.

CEU

Taking Stormwater By Storm

Rainwater harvesting and green roofs not only capture stormwater for reuse, but they also help relieve the burden on municipal sewer systems.

June 20, 2013

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Sponsored by Hydrotech, this CEU details how to optimize stormwater management.

Putting Membranes to the Test

A Comparison of Methods for Predicting Long-Term Performance of Commercial Roofing Membranes

June 14, 2013

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The artificial weathering performance of commercial roofing membranes has been a vital characteristic to measure and evaluate in regard to predicting long-term field performance.

New Construction

Parking, Athletics and Water Conservation

A Tennessee college preparatory school parks a soccer field on a garage to aid in capturing stormwater.

Derrick Teal

March 25, 2013

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Most, if not all, of us have experienced the woes of trying to find a parking space at an event.

Standing Seam Metal Roof Is Key Design Component for Equestrian Estate

March 8, 2013

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Located in the greater Vancouver, British Columbia area, this 2 1/2-acre equestrian estate includes a striking 9,000-square-foot main residence plus three outbuildings totaling 6,000 square feet to accommodate seven horses.

How Are Asphalt Shingles Tested?

Chris King

March 8, 2013

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Asphalt shingles are a mainstay of the steep-slope market, but what requirements do they have to meet before they reach the rooftop?

The Ten Most Common Mistakes Found on OSHA Injury and Illness Recordkeeping Forms

Curtis Chambers

February 28, 2013

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You have probably already reviewed your OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping forms for last year, filled out and posted your OSHA Form 300A on the employee bulletin board, and started a new set of recordkeeping forms for this year.

Join us Deep in the Heart of Texas for the 2013 IRE in San Antonio

Kim Rogers

January 8, 2013

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Everything is bigger in Texas … and the 2013 International Roofing Expo is no exception. With a larger trade show floor than last year, the roofing industry’s most comprehensive event will offer cost-saving resources, vital knowledge, powerful connections and much more.

Kirberg Company Helps University of Kansas Hospital to Complete Helipad

December 13, 2012

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Kirberg Company has completed yet another high-profile roofing job, helping the University of Kansas Hospital to complete a helipad addition above the sixth floor of their building.