When a fire in the historic section of Hoboken, N.J., destroyed the ornate copper eaves and cornice of a century-old building, restoring it to its former glory seemed almost impossible. One contractor thought it could be done: Brian David Goe, President of Commercial Construction Services in Edgewater, N.J.
Garden roofs are a scenic application swiftly gaining popularity for commercial buildings in metropolitan areas globally. Part of the reason for their popularity is because their sustainability benefits are numerous.
Cool roof technology is increasingly popular as more contractors increase roof insulation to reduce HVAC capital expense and year-round operating cost.
The main boardroom of the Novato Unified Education Center in Novato, CA, is a vital part of the City’s community. Not only is it used extensively by the school-board, it is also where the city and planning councils meet.
During my most recent sales management seminar,
a program I conduct four times per year, I was struck again by the common lack
of structure I see in sales organizations. Nearly every company I have worked
with in my career has a very clear operational plan for production, delivery
and installation services.
Cold process systems consist of multiple plies of reinforcement
sheets that are set in a cold adhesive (solvent based or water based). These
systems are often referred to as cold process BUR systems because the
application procedures are similar to hot applied BUR systems.
Oh, I don’t really mean you, of course. I don’t expect anyone to fess up to being an overbearing SOB. But it’s a good bet you know plenty of other people who fit the description, right? And, just maybe, if you’re really willing to take a long, serious look at yourself … well, let’s just focus on all those other people for now.
Bosch Power Tools & Accessories is expanding its family of Full Force Technology-equipped pneumatic fastening tools with the addition of a family of compressors.
Contractors will appreciate the convenience and ruggedness of new Blue MonsterTM scrubbing towels, now available from Clean-Fit Products, a division of The Mill-Rose Company, for cleaning hands, tools, equipment and other hard surfaces.
After having spent months in the field observing contractors installing housing wrap, plastic sheathing and roof underlayment, Paslode is introducing the CapStapler Housewrap Stapling System, Model CS150.
Sika Sarnafil, a leader in sustainable long-term solutions for roofing and waterproofing, has made a management commitment to top environmental, sustainability and safety standards by the successful registration to Responsible Care 14001:2009 and ISO 14001:2004 standards.
Owens Corning Preferred Contractor R-Squared Roofing and Repair was hired by the building owner to spell out “GO CATS” in honor of the Kentucky Wildcats by using different Owens Corning Duration Series Shingles.
Bradco Supply Corporation announced that it has acquired Carlson Distributors Inc. of Rockford, Ill. Carlson has served the entire Northern Illinois/Southern Wisconsin area since 1947, providing local contractors with a wide variety of building materials including roofing, siding, windows and doors.
Duro-Last Roofing, Inc. announced the introduction of
the Duro-Last Vinyl Rib roofing system, part of the Duro-Last Designer Series
of roofing products.
In response to the expansion Polyglass USA has experienced and to better serve its customers, Polyglass has increased its company sales force to maintain the company’s growth.
The 3M Industrial Mineral Products Division has developed a patented, new breakthrough in energy efficient granule technology - next generation 3M Cool Roofing Granules.
Garland/DBS, Inc. has been awarded a contract for Roofing Supplies and Related Products and Services by Cobb County, Ga., which will be administered as an offering within the U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance program nationwide.
GenFlex Roofing Systems, a leading, full-line supplier of high quality single-ply roofing products for the commercial roofing market, announced the inductees into its 2010 Winner’s Circle.
DaVinci Roofscapes, the leader in synthetic roofing tile production, has renewed its commitment to support the non-profit organization, Homes for Our Troops. As a returning corporate sponsor for 2010, DaVinci will supply synthetic slate and shake roofing tiles for a variety of project homes for severely injured service people returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
The Bilco Company is pleased to announce that it now offers roof hatches that have received Miami-Dade County’s Notice of Acceptance (NOA). The NOA certifies that Bilco’s standard Type S and NB steel and aluminum roof hatches, including the Enhanced Performance roof hatch for green building applications, conform to high-velocity hurricane zone standards in Miami-Dade County in Florida.
Four additional companies have joined the Metal Construction Association (MCA), a growing association of member companies with specialties in the metal construction industry. MCA welcomes Advanced Exterior Systems of Raleigh, N.C.; Dura Coat Products of Riverside, Calif; and GSSI Sealants Inc. of Houston, Texas.
Sika Sarnafil, a leader in sustainable long-term solutions for roofing and waterproofing, has made a management commitment to top environmental, sustainability and safety standards by the successful registration to Responsible Care 14001:2009 and ISO 14001:2004 standards.
EagleView, the company that helps customers produce accurate and timely measurements, has added a new feature that will allow you to receive alerts on your mobile device.
The Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) has moved its headquarters to Association Management Center (AMC) in Glenview, Ill., for full-service management.
Rmax is announced the appointment of Tom Denton as Central Region Sales Manager. Denton will report to Senior Vice President of Operations Peter Kesser and play a leading role in Rmax’s sales and marketing efforts in support of its Central Region manufacturing plant in Dallas.
The North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA), a regional association for residential and commercial roofing contractors, distributors, manufacturers and associates who maintain the highest industry standards, announced that it has joined forces with the Lumberman’s Association of Texas and Louisiana to create a task force with a mission to put a stop to the growing theft problem in Texas.
