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The L.A. wildfires in January 2025 underscore the need for advanced roofing technology to combat the treats posed by living in the Wildland-Urban Interface.
L.A. County Wildfires

Roofing’s Role in Adapting to Year-Round Wildfire Threats

Advances in roofing system materials could play a critical role in protecting homes within an expanding Wildland-Urban Interface
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
January 13, 2025
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The wildfires in Los Angeles County, Calif., underscore the rising year-round risks of an expansive Wildland-Urban interface, making fire-resistant roofing underlayments essential for protecting homes from embers and intense heat.


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Toolbelt, a jobs platform, has partnered with SRS Distribution.
Distributor News

SRS Distribution Announces Partnership with ToolBelt

Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
January 9, 2025
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SRS Distribution is partnering with ToolBelt, a skilled trades job platform, to connect verified contractors with jobs.


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Analysis: The Future of Roofing Distribution

Distributors are navigating a changing industry as acquisitions, technology and shifting demographics shape the landscape
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
January 8, 2025
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With the new year underway, roofing distributors offer their thoughts on the state of the industry and where it is heading, with consolidation and technological innovations at the fore.


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Florida is floating the idea of phasing out asphalt shingles through onerous maintenance.
Sustainability and Regulatory

Florida Puts Asphalt Shingles in the Crosshairs

With a burgeoning insurance crisis, the state’s top insurance commissioner floats the idea of abandoning asphalt for alternative materials
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
January 2, 2025
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Florida's top insurance chief urges moving away from using asphalt shingles, citing poor storm durability and advocating resilient alternatives despite higher costs and challenges. What, if anything, does that mean for contractors and homeowners?


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Owens Corning earns spot on Dow Jones Sustainability World Index again.
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Owens Corning Again Earns Spot on Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

Designation marks 15th consecutive year for OC
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
December 30, 2024
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Owens Corning celebrates 15 years on the DJSI World Index with an industry-leading score, highlighting its sustainability leadership and recognition across top rankings.


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The Chet Holifield Federal Building in Laguna Niguel, Calif.
Manufacturer News

Polyglass U.S.A. Powers Roof at Chet Holifield Federal Building

Polyglass’s ADESO self-adhered roof system is featured in the Nov/Dec issue of Architectural West magazine
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
December 17, 2024
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Polyglass U.S.A., Inc. is featured in Architectural West magazine, highlighting the 20-year success of its ADESO Self-Adhered Technology on California's iconic Holifield Federal Building.


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IKO joined the Canada Green Building Council,
Sustainability News

IKO Joins Canada Green Building Council

Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
December 10, 2024
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IKO joined the Canada Green Building Council, advancing its sustainability goals with initiatives like recycled asphalt shingle projects, solar installations, and industry collaboration.


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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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Sustainability

Saint-Gobain Achieves 49% Waste Reduction at Louisiana Roofing Facility

Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
December 5, 2024
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The CertainTeed Shreveport plant, which has been in operation for nearly a century, took a series of small steps that significantly reduced its environmental footprint.


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Technology News

MIT, Mecalux Team Up to Integrate AI into Logistics

Study focuses on improving order fulfillments and autonomous warehouse robots
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
December 4, 2024
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The five-year project seeks to help companies operating large networks of warehouses, distribution centers, and stores automatically determine the most efficient way to fulfill each order.


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