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2024 Metal Special Section

Replacing Concrete Tile with Standing Seam Metal Roof

A standing seam metal roof formed with coil from McElroy Metal replaces concrete tile on a Texas treasure

October 14, 2024

Absolute Construction in Plano, Texas helps a customer seeking a replacement for their concrete tile roof select a far more durable roof, giving them a metal makeover.

2024 Metal Special Section

Metal Roofing and Solar are the Perfect Match

Solar panels have a synergy with metal roofing that simply does not exist with their asphalt shingled counterparts

Gary Edgar

October 14, 2024

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Gary Edgar, national architectural specification manager for PPG's building products in North America, highlights the benefits of using metal roofing versus asphalt shingles for solar panels.

2024 Metal Special Section

So Many Metal Choices, So Little Time

Metal roofs stand out for their looks, resilience and long lifespans, and there are choices for roofing contractors to make. Here’s where to start

Karan Patel

October 14, 2024

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Explore the optimal uses for steel and aluminum in roofing and their respective benefits to help guide material specifiers.

2024 Metal Special Section

Metal Mindset

Metal Roofing’s Popularity Continues to Grow as Demand Surges for Resiliency, Longevity

Art Aisner

October 14, 2024

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The momentum behind metal roofing continues to impact roofing contractors beyond traditional areas of demand.

Giving Back

S-5! Supporting Battle Against Breast Cancer with Donation, Fundraiser

Efforts support organizations in Colorado and Texas providing care for patients and families

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 7, 2024

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In addition to a $5,000 donation to advance breast cancer care, S-5! is holding a fundraising campaign to benefit two organizations: the Woody and Millie Ingram Guest House and the Careity Foundation.

RC Helps USA TODAY Understand Metal Roofing

USA TODAY called with questions about metal roofing and here’s what we told them. Are we on the right track?

Art Aisner

October 4, 2024

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RC participated in a recent USA TODAY project on metal roofing and its growing impact on the marketplace. Check out if we're on the right track, and get an exclusive look at the responses they didn't use.

S-5! and National Women in Roofing have collaborated on a new scholarship program.

Workforce Development

S-5! and NWiR Announce New Empowerment Scholarship Program

Metal roof parts manufacturer and National Women in Roofing trade group collaborate to support future women leaders in roofing

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 26, 2024

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S-5! and National Women in Roofing have collaborated to launch a scholarship program supporting women pursuing careers in the skilled trades by offering financial aid, mentorship, and educational resources.

Two suspects were arrested after allegedly stealing more than $100K in equipment.

Crime Blotter

2 Under Arrest After $100K Heist from N.Y. Roofing Contractor

Thieves take metal roofing equipment across state lines to receive measly $4,000

Chris Gray

September 25, 2024

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Two suspects have been charged with grand larceny after allegedly stealing metal roofing equipment from an upstate New York business and traveling nearly 680 miles across state borders for a paltry $4,000.

Event News

METALCON Roundtables to Discuss Workforce, Technology

Attendees can choose from a wide selection of small group forums to participate in on Oct. 31

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 23, 2024

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METALCON offers a wide selection of small-group forms during its 2024 show, held Oct. 30-Nov. 1 in Atlanta.

Metal Products

EclipsEdge Snap-On Fascia by Mule-Hide Products

Makes installing raised roof edges and gravel stops faster and easier

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 19, 2024

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Mule-Hide's EclipsEdge snap-on fascia simplifies raised roof edge and gravel stop installations, offering wind protection, reduced material costs, and versatility for various roofing systems.