Education & Learning
Where service work makes a difference
By Jesse Sanchez. On a job site, the difference between chaos and control is rarely the crew producing the work, but the process behind what they’re doing. Most service departments don’t fail in a single moment. They slowly unravel. Follow-ups start slipping. Tickets get closed without full documentation. Invoices trail ...
Las voces que dieron forma a un espacio que fue más que un evento de roofing
Por Jessica Bravo. Entrevistas y conversaciones clave de IRE 2026. El evento más grande de la industria de roofing, International Roofing Expo 2026 (IRE), se llevó a cabo del 20 al 22 de enero, reuniendo a contratistas, socios y líderes de la industria en un espacio dedicado al crecimiento ...
Owens Corning University introduces Virtual Reality (VR) training
Immersive learning helps roofers master real-world installations anytime, in any weather. Owens Corning University (OCU) is expanding its digital training offerings with the launch of OCU VR, available in English and Spanish. The proprietary OCU VR Headset Bundle enables crew members to learn, practice and master real-world roofing installations anytime, in ...
Mastering metal roofing installation
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Learning the science and business of metal roofing and siding installation. For contractors all over the U.S., staying ahead of industry standards for metal roofing is crucial. This necessity for specialized knowledge led to a recent, intensive three-day training event held at the Top Metal Supply facility in ...
Final Orlando IBS sets the stage for big industry conversations
By Jenny Yu. From keynote presentations to in-depth Super Sessions, the event offers valuable takeaways for today’s builders. RoofersCoffeeShop® is heading to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)’s annual show, the 2026 International Builders’ Show (IBS) taking place from February 17-19, 2026. This year will be the last ...
Davis Memorial Foundation announces recipients of SkillsUSA grants
The foundation continues to support vocational career paths through SkillsUSA grants. The Davis Memorial Foundation, a leading roofing industry foundation that is committed to promoting education, announced the 2025 recipients of the Davis SkillsUSA Grant: Valley Academy of Career and Technical Education in Cottonwood, Arizona, and MacArthur High School in ...
Join over 70,000 professionals at NAHB’s International Builders’ Show
By Emma Peterson. From hearing Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith’s keynote speech to rocking out with your peers at the Brothers Osborne concert, there is no shortage of events to enjoy at the 2026 NAHB IBS show. National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will be hosting the International Builders' ...
Why roof cover boards matter for long-term roof performance
By PIMA. HD polyiso cover boards help maintain roof durability by resisting impact, improving rigidity and supporting systemwide performance in severe weather. One critical piece of the roofing system that protects the roof assembly is the roof cover board. Roof cover boards endure hail, winds, rooftop traffic and the ...
IIBEC 2026 heads to Sacramento
By Jenny Yu. Building enclosure professionals won’t want to miss out on this annual industry event! The International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) is gearing up for its 2026 International Convention and Trade Show, set to take place March 12–15 in Sacramento, California, at the SAFE Credit ...
Start your engines: Get ready for the 2026 Carolinas Mid-Winter Roofing Expo
By Jenny Yu. Accelerate your business success at this year’s four-day event. The 2026 Carolinas Mid-Winter Roofing Expo returns to the Durham Convention Center in Durham, North Carolina, from February 16-19, 2026, bringing one of the Southeast’s largest regional roofing trade shows to contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and industry professionals. ...
