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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.

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?

Owens Corning celebrates 15 years on the DJSI World Index with an industry-leading score, highlighting its sustainability leadership and recognition across top rankings.

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.

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

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. 

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.

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.

Continuus Materials abruptly closed its Iowa plant producing Everboard roofing panels, displacing 32 workers; despite prior WM and Tailwater Capital investment, no explanation was given.