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November 2025 Product Focus: Solar

November 26, 2025

These advanced solar-integrated roofing products combine durability, energy efficiency, and sleek design, giving homeowners a smarter way to save. Built to withstand the elements and engineered for maximum solar performance, this is roofing that works harder and shines brighter.

METALCON 2025

Top Products Shine at METALCON 2025 in Las Vegas

Innovative exhibitors showcased cutting-edge metal design and construction products, competing for the coveted Top Products Award

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November 7, 2025

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Nearly 1,000 industry professionals voted to recognize the most groundbreaking innovations in metal design and construction at METALCON 2025, where the top three winners were unveiled in Las Vegas, Nev.

Event News

S-5! to Highlight Education and Snow Retention at Metalcon

The metal roof attachments provider will present continuing education sessions and feature its ColorGard 2.0 snow retention system.

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 4, 2025

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S-5! will deliver CEU-accredited education and showcase its award-winning ColorGard 2.0 snow retention system at Metalcon, Oct. 21–23 in Las Vegas.

Snow Retention

Rocky Mountain Snow Guards Reveals 2025 Contest Winners

Eight roofing contractors recognized with $10,000 in prizes for outstanding snow retention projects in residential and commercial categories.

Roofing Contractor Staff

August 28, 2025

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Rocky Mountain Snow Guards named eight winners in its 2025 “Show Us Our Snow Guards” Contest, awarding $10,000 in cash and credits for top snow retention projects.

Extreme Weather Special Section

July 2025 Product Focus: Weathering the Storm

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 14, 2025

With the 2025 storm season predicted to be as devastating as last year, now is the time to stock up on products that will keep you ahead of the curve and protect your customers' properties.

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Roofing Products

Rocky Mountain Snow Guards Unveils Nesting Everest Guard

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 5, 2025

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Available in 10-inch and 16-inch variants, the Everest snow guards are stackable or "nested" for trouble-free rooftop handling and feature a pre-drilled strap that allows for easy nail or screw fastening.

IRE 2025

View the Winners of the 2025 IRE's Innovative Product Showcase and Awards Program

Products include solar shingles, ladder safety equipment and AI-powered technology

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 21, 2025

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Find out which products took home the gold from the 2025 Innovative Product Showcase and Awards Program, including the Perople's Choice Award decided by IRE attendees.

Roofing Products

Rocky Mountain Snow Guards Snow Retention Products

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December 6, 2023

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Manufacturing News

S-5! Sets Industry Standard for Testing & Certifying 'Snow Retention' Devices

Previously, there had been no ‘industry standard’ or mandate for the production and testing of snow retention devices

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November 14, 2023

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S-5! achieved a milestone by establishing a new industry benchmark for snow retention systems, gaining compliance with IAPMO EC 029-2018 criteria, and ensuring safety.