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Manufacturer News

GAF Opens New Texas Timberline Solar Facility

New manufacturing facility will increase its capacity by 500%

May 13, 2024

Community and company leaders held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at GAF Energy's new 450,000-square-foot Timberline Solar manufacturing facility in Georgetown, Texas.

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.

Solar Roofing

Tesla Gives Vague Update on Solar Business in Q1 2024 Report

Solar declines while energy storage continues to thrive

Chris Gray

May 3, 2024

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Tesla boasted record highs for its energy storage in Q1 2024 but remained fairly silent about its solar business.

CertainTeed introduces sustainable shrink-wrap packaging for some of its WinterGuard products (pictured), reducing CO2 emissions, improving storage efficiency, and enhancing product handling.

Sustainability News

CertainTeed's New 'Sustainable' Packaging for WinterGuard Products

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 30, 2024

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CertainTeed introduces sustainable shrink-wrap packaging for WinterGuard products, reducing CO2 emissions, improving storage efficiency, and enhancing product handling.

A Roofing Contractor’s Guide to Sustainability

Helping homeowners consider sustainable roofing options is more important than ever for roofing contractors

Alex Pecora

April 29, 2024

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Asphalt shingles remain America's most popular residential roofing option. Here's how to help homeowners consider sustainability when making roofing decisions.

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Earth Day 2024

Embracing Sustainability in the Roofing Industry

Roofing contractors and product manufacturers each promote their commitment to waste reduction and environmental stewardship

Bryan Gottlieb

April 22, 2024

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Amidst Earth Day reflections, the roofing industry emphasizes sustainability, employing eco-friendly materials and practices to combat climate change.

NanoTech Materials (headquarters pictured) announced it would expand its Texas operations to keep up with demand for eco-friendly building materials.

Manufacturing News

Nanotech Materials, Inc. Expands Texas Operation to Meet Demand

Coatings startup expands its footprint more than threefold for insulative ceramic particle technology manufacturing and operations with its new Houston-area facility

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 16, 2024

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NanoTech Materials, Inc. announced a move to a new 42,000-square-foot Houston-area facility, marking a milestone in expanding its Cool Roof Coat production to meet high demand.

Sustainable Roofing owners Robby and Jaycee Wilkerson with Kris Delgado

Contractor Q&A

Sustainable Roofing: Helping Roofs Breathe Easier

Husband and wife Robby and Jaycee Wilkerson staked roots in Texas’ Brazos Valley from the Pacific Northwest, bringing an eco-centric aesthetic in roofing contracting to the Lone Star State

Bryan Gottlieb

April 15, 2024

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Husband and wife duo Robby and Jaycee Wilkerson, co-principals of Sustainable Roofing, emphasize ventilation expertise and sustainability in their eco-friendly and customer-centric approach to roofing contracting.

Rogier Roelen appointed CSO to lead sustainability efforts at Aton Corp. Pedro Lopes named VP of marketing and operations in Polymers.

Hiring News

Kraton GC to Get C-Suite Role, New Polymers VP Appointed

Rogier Roelen, vice president and general counsel, was named Chief Sustainability Officer; Pedro Lopes was appointed vice president of marketing and operations

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 10, 2024

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Kraton Corporation appoints Rogier Roelen as Chief Sustainability Officer & Pedro Lopes as vice president for marketing and product management in Polymers.

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Solar Roofing

GAF Energy Receives Miami-Dade County Approval for Solar Roof

Nailable solar shingles meet or exceed High Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 5, 2024

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With the approval, GAF Energy's Timberline Solar meets or exceeds the High Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements of the Florida Building Code standards for safety, wind resistance, and waterproofing.