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Where roofing service leaders go to grow
By ServiceCon. Giving roofing service contractors practical strategies, stronger networks and new ways to drive revenue in the year ahead. If you’re serious about growing your service-division revenue and connecting with the most forward-thinking minds in the roofing service space then mark your calendar for ServiceCon 2026, March 2-4, in The Woodlands, ...
SOPREMA UK unifies brand portfolio under a single identity to offer end-to-end solutions for the construction industry
This strategic move aims to streamline customer experience and enhance the company's market presence. SOPREMA UK has today announced that from the first of January 2026, it will be unifying its brand portfolio under a single identity. The unification will see CELOTEX, Chesterfelt and YBS Insulation, acquired in 2024, 2023 and ...
Virginia legislators need to hear from you
By Dani Sheehan. Take a few minutes to stand with Virginia’s roofing industry and protect the state’s Right-to-Work law. For more than 70 years, Virginia’s Right-to-Work policy has protected employees’ freedom to choose whether union membership is right for them. It’s also been a foundation of the Commonwealth’s economic strength, ...
Finalist teams announced for Roofing Alliance 12th annual Student Competition
Roofing professionals are invited to watch the four teams compete during the International Roofing Expo® this January in Las Vegas. The Roofing Alliance has announced the four finalist teams selected to compete in its 12th Annual Construction Management Student Competition. The teams will present their project proposals live during the ...
IKO Commercial appoints Pillar Building Solutions, LLC and Weller Associates Inc. as exclusive sales agencies for the Mid-South and Pacific Northwest
This expansion reinforces IKO Commercial’s commitment to providing contractors, architects and building owners with trusted solutions and local expertise across the U.S. IKO Commercial, a division of IKO Industries, a global leader in roofing, waterproofing and insulation, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pillar Building Solutions, LLC and Weller Associates ...
American Ladder Institute ramps up National Ladder Safety Month
Now in 10th year, the campaign draws attention to safe practices and promotes educational initiatives. The American Ladder Institute (ALI), the only approved developer of safety standards for the U.S. ladder industry, is gearing up for its annual ladder safety blitz, National Ladder Safety Month. Held every March, it is ...
JA Solar Power Talk webinar showcases landmark PV project at Borussia Dortmund's SIGNAL IDUNA PARK
Certified by RID as the world's most powerful PV system on a stadium roof, the project marks a milestone in integrating PV technology into large-scale urban infrastructure. JA Solar, a trusted global partner in green energy, hosted a new edition of its Power Talk webinar series, spotlighting one of Europe's most ...
Introducing FT Solutions: A provider of premium roofing products
FT Synthetics is now FT Solutions, offering advanced roofing products with GripSpot™ technology for superior protection, safety and durability. FT Synthetics has rebranded to FT Solutions, a roofing products company that develops premium-quality leak barriers, underlayments and interior surface protection. The company offers patented GripSpot™ technology, which provides enhanced foot traction ...
Nebraska to face No. 15 Utah in 2025 SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl
Cornhuskers and Utes to meet for first time in 33 years. The SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl will feature No. 15 Utah (10-2/7-2) facing Nebraska (7-5/4-5) on Wednesday, Dec. 31, at Allegiant Stadium. Kickoff is set for 12:30 p.m. PT (3:30 p.m. ET) on ESPN. A frequent visitor to Las Vegas, the ...
Tackling tax code with Will Lorenz
By Emma Peterson. Diving into the changes made to Section 179 as outlined in the Internal Revenue Service’s Publication 946. In 2024, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published a document (946) titled “How To Depreciate Property.” The publication is important to note as it has a direct impact on roofing ...
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