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Martin Solar’s Hidden Fastener Solar Mount was named a semifinalist in the DOE’s Solar Prize Round 8, earning $50K; the mount preserves roof integrity without external penetration.

For 46 years, Milwaukee artist Mark Gubin’s rooftop sign reading “Welcome to Cleveland” has amused and confused airline passengers seeing his message as they land — in Milwaukee, Wisc. 

VersaBank partners with Watercress Financial to fund U.S. home improvement loans through its Receivable Purchase Program, expanding its proven digital funding model.

MFM Building Products will unveil its 48” Wind & Water Seal underlayment at IRE 2025. Designed for metal roofs, it offers high-temp adhesion and enhanced water protection.

The Raymond Corporation selected Purdue University's research on logistics flexibility for funding through its University Research Program, which has invested $5M in 19 projects since 2016.

RT3 will host a lunch and learn on Feb. 18, discussing solar tech, and a Feb. 21 panel on navigating roofing technology at the 2025 IRE, offering insights on AI, scaling, and vendor selection. 

US LBM enters Tennessee by acquiring Walker Lumber & Supply, a 75-year-old distributor. The current leadership will remain in place. 

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.

PIMA’s Q4 2024 Reroofing Market Index shows steady demand but rising costs and supply chain issues. With slowing growth, regional disparities, and softening inquiries, contractors face a cautious 2025.

GAF is training its contractors to better familiarize them with products that can lead to more resilient roofs through IBHS' FORTIFIED Roof program.