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A hazardous materials label being placed onto a drum (pictured).
Regulatory News

New Labor Dept. Rule Updates Hazard Communication Standard

Agency says update will improve quality of information on labels, safety data sheets to better protect workers, first responders
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 22, 2024
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The Labor Department announced OSHA's updated Hazard Communication Standard to align with the Globally Harmonized System, improving hazard classification and labeling for better safety.


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Roofing Safety

OSHA Cites Massachusetts Contractor Following Worker's Fatal Fall from Ladder Scaffolding

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 21, 2024
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OSHA investigators say the roofing employee fell 27 feet while attempting to carry materials and climb a ladder jack scaffold.


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Roofing Scholarship

Castagra Products Accepting Applications for 2024 Roofing Scholarship Program

Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
May 21, 2024
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Students pursuing a post-secondary education in college or vocational programs in roofing or a similar field are encouraged to apply for the annual scholarship program.


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A house fire in Westbrook, Conn., required engines from three towns to bring under control. A firefighter fell through the roof. Two occupants were treated for minor injuries. (Photo of the burned roof.)
Connecticut Dispatch

Firefighter Falls Through Roof, 2 Injured, in House Fire

Early morning weekend blaze in Westbrook, Conn., injures residents; firefighter walks away unscathed after falling through roof
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
May 20, 2024
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An early morning fire in Westbrook, Conn., on Sunday injured two residents and saw a firefighter fall through the roof. 


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Ron Harriman (pictured at left) plans to step down from his leadership position at Benchmark effective June 30; Vince Ellison (pictured at right) will assume control.
Corporate Leadership News

Leadership Transition at Benchmark as Ron Harriman Announces Retirement

Vince Ellison to step into role effective July 1
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
May 20, 2024
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Benchmark, Inc., a roof and pavement consulting service, announced the upcoming retirement of longtime leader Ron Harriman and the appointment of Vince Ellison as the new head, effective July 1. 


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Distributor News

Gulfeagle Supply Welcomes Tyson Winfrey as Regional Manager

Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
May 17, 2024
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With over 14 years of experience in the building distribution industry, Winfrey will focus on supporting branch growth and success in Midwestern markets.


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Oklahoma’s State Insurance Department (building pictured) will begin a grant program modeled after Alabama, offering homeowners a stipend to install more weather-resistant Fortified roofs.
Resiliency

Oklahoma to Offer Grants Encouraging Storm-Resistant Roof Installs

State’s Insurance Department promotes ‘Fortified’ roof installation with grants that could offset costs 10-15% beginning in 2025
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
May 17, 2024
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Oklahoma's State Insurance Department initiates a grant program in 2025 to incentivize fortified roof installations, offering 10-15% offsets.


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Owens Corning has finalized its acquisition of Masonite International, worth a reported $3.9 billion. (Pink Panther standing in a doorway pictured.)
Deal Book

Owens Corning Closes on Masonite Deal

Creates a scalable growth platform and expands position in branded residential products; Chris Ball named president of new division
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
May 17, 2024
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Owens Corning completed the acquisition of Masonite International Corporation for $3.9 billion, expanding its market presence; Chris Ball was named president of the doors business. 


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Legislation

NRCA Joins Associations in Supporting Repeal of Corporate Transparency Act

Nearly 100 trade associations file joint letter calling the CTA an 'unnecessary reporting regime'
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 16, 2024
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The NRCA is supporting the Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act to repeal the Corporate Transparency Act in its entirety.


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Sustainability

Mycocycle Raises $3.6 Million to Transform Waste into Sustainable Raw Materials with Fungi

Recycling process can turn asphalt waste into reusable products
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
May 15, 2024
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Mycocycle, the biotechnology company using fungi to transform construction debris into reusable materials, received a new round of funding that will help it further scale its waste-to-value chain.


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