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How Thick is Too Thick When Installing Polyiso Roof Insulation?

The answer may seem obvious, but understanding the reasons why are important to a roof's integrity

May 20, 2024

Polyiso roof insulation boards offer energy efficiency and versatility for commercial roofing; different thicknesses cater to various needs and codes, and multi-layered installation is key for performance and stability.

Darren Rafter (pictured) has been hired as director of sustainability by IKO.

Hiring News

IKO Names Darren Rafter as Director of Sustainability

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 20, 2024

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IKO Industries announced the appointment of Darren Rafter as director of sustainability, aiming to enhance its practices across all operations.

Roofing Technology

VIDEO: Cybersecurity Insight: Top Hacks You Must Know Now!

Three things you need today to protect your business

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 17, 2024

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Bill Collins of Servco and Hasshi Sudler of Villanova University share ways your firm can safeguard its information from cybercriminals and prepare for the event that you are hacked.

Legislation

NRCA Joins Associations in Supporting Repeal of Corporate Transparency Act

Nearly 100 trade associations file joint letter calling the CTA an 'unnecessary reporting regime'

Chris Gray

May 16, 2024

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The NRCA is supporting the Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act to repeal the Corporate Transparency Act in its entirety.

Sustainability

Mycocycle Raises $3.6 Million to Transform Waste into Sustainable Raw Materials with Fungi

Recycling process can turn asphalt waste into reusable products

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 15, 2024

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Mycocycle, the biotechnology company using fungi to transform construction debris into reusable materials, received a new round of funding that will help it further scale its waste-to-value chain.

More than 30 trainees (pictured) learned the basics of the roofing trade at the GAF Roofing Academy hosted by Roofers and Waterproofers Local 2 in St. Louis.

Missouri Dispatch

‘Roofers Local 2’ Graduates Pre-Apprentices from GAF Roofing Academy

St. Louis union partners with GAF Roofing Academy to provide commercial roofing training

Bryan Gottlieb

May 15, 2024

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Roofers & Waterproofers Local 2 in St. Louis, with support from GAF Roofing Academy, recently graduated 33 aspiring roofers for entry-level positions in the trade.

Training Resources

Updated Owens Corning University 2.0 Includes Spanish, Solar Content

OCU 2.0 embraces Latino roofing contractors and need for solar education with new content

Chris Gray

May 13, 2024

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Updates to the OCU 2.0 online education platform include customization, progress tracking and content specifically for Spanish speakers and those interested in solar roofing.

A roofer hooked onto a harness working on a steep slope roof.

Are Blanket Safety Rules for Roofers a Good Idea?

Controls implemented to reduce hazards must not only be feasible, they also can’t create a greater threat

Tammy Clark

May 10, 2024

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Industry trends show a rise in 'blanket safety measures' by contractors, risking greater hazards; understanding roles is crucial to avoid such risks and educating on safety principles is vital.

A picture of Toyota’s 80V Electric Pneumatic Forklift, which won a 2023 ‘GOOD DESIGN’ award.

Awards News

Toyota’s 80V Electric Forklift Earns 2023 ‘GOOD DESIGN’ Award

May 9, 2024

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Toyota Material Handling's 80V Electric Pneumatic Forklift wins the 2023 ‘GOOD DESIGN’ Award, showcasing engineering and innovation and aligning with Toyota's culture of continuous improvement.