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Visit Booth No. 509 at IIBEC 2025 to explore Siplast’s latest advancements in roofing, waterproofing, and building enclosures.

Event News

Siplast Introduces Cutting-Edge Products at IIBEC 2025

TCPP-Free Paratherm NH and Terapro PUR, will be on display for attendees to experience firsthand

February 28, 2025

Siplast will showcase its Paratherm NH polyiso insulation and Terapro PUR Deck Coatings at IIBEC 2025, highlighting non-halogenated insulation and durable traffic coatings.

GAF announced that its complete line of GAF EnergyGuard NH TCPP-Free Polyiso products is now available at standard polyiso pricing.

Product News

GAF’s Line Of TCPP-Free and Red-List Free Polyiso Insulation Now Available at Standard Pricing

Move allows customers to meet sustainability goals without paying a premium

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 25, 2025

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GAF's EnergyGuard NH TCPP-Free Polyiso insulation, now priced at standard polyiso rates, offers high thermal value, sustainability certifications, and a halogen-free flame retardant.

Westlake Royal Building Products’ Davinci and Newpoint lines have added colors and expanded offerings across markets.

Manufacturer News

Westlake Royal’s DaVinci and Newpoint Brands Introduce New Colors, Expand Offerings

Brands launch new colors; Newpoint also expands market offerings

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 24, 2025

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Westlake Royal Building Products launched new colors for its DaVinci Roofscapes and Newpoint Concrete Roof Tiles lines.

A house with a new roof featuring Solaris shingles by Certainteed

Case Study

California Contractor Successful with Sustainability Thanks to Solaris

Solar technology gives Los Gatos Roofing the means to meet homeowner demands for sustainability

February 18, 2025

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Top 100 Contractor Los Gatos Roofing finds success in California by offering residents sustainable solutions like Solaris shingles from CertainTeed.

IRE 2025

Elevate Your Roofing Game with Solutions for Every Roof with Atlas

Visit booth #14113 during the 2025 International Roofing Expo for info on roofing solutions

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 13, 2025

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Visit Atlas at booth #14113 and see for yourself what the latest innovations in roofing technology will mean for business in 2025.

GreenMantra Technologies announced it will be exhibiting at the International Roofing Expo, Feb. 19-21, 2025, in San Antonio.

IRE 2025

Canadian Recycler GreenMantra Technologies Returns to IRE

Showcasing sustainable polymer solutions and additives for roofing shingles

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 12, 2025

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GreenMantra Technologies returns to IRE 2025 in San Antonio, Booth No. 19119, showcasing CERANOVUS additives and transforming plastic waste into high-performance roofing materials.

Kraton manufacturing plant in Mailiao, Taiwan (pictured).

Sustainability News

Kraton Receives Third ISCC PLUS Certification for Renewable Polymers Plant

Mailiao, Taiwan plant becomes latest Kraton facility to produce The Cirkular+ ReNew Series

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 11, 2025

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Kraton and Formosa Petrochemical’s Taiwan joint venture plant is now ISCC PLUS-certified, expanding Kraton’s renewable SBC production into Asia.

HD polyiso cover boards enhance roof durability, thermal performance and installation efficiency.

Guest Essay

HD Polyiso Cover Boards: High-Density for Superior Roof Protection

Advantages for maximizing roof protection and performance

Justin Koscher

February 7, 2025

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Want to know about cover boards, or expand your understanding of their role in roofing? Learn from Justin Koscher, PIMA's president, about how cover boards with insulation can save time and money on the job.

A report from Brown Gibbons Lang & Company projects the U.S. roofing market will grow at an annual rate of 4.5% through 2030.

Economic Indicators

New Report Says Roofing Poised for Growth if Contractors Adapt to Shifting Trends

Analysis says growth continues, but contractors must adapt to changing industry dynamics to stay competitive

Bryan Gottlieb

February 4, 2025

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A new report by investment bank Brown Gibbons Lang & Company says the U.S. roofing market is projected to grow 4.5% annually through 2030; drivers include non-discretionary re-roofing, rising material costs, sustainability, and industry consolidation.

An insurance underwriter group in North Carolina is funding $10K grants for homeowners to upgrade their roofs for resilience against high winds.

The Cost of Resiliency

Underwriters Take Surprising Lead on Funding for FORTIFIED Roofs

Recognizing that a little more up-front money can save millions later, North Carolina takes a novel approach to strengthen roofing resiliency

Bryan Gottlieb

January 23, 2025

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North Carolina’s Beach Plan offers grants of up to $10K for Outer Banks homes to install FORTIFIED roofs, reducing storm loss payouts and stabilizing insurance markets, with insurers — not taxpayers -- providing the funds.