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Tremco Talks Roofing: Labor, Diversity, Technology, Weather and Respect

January 28, 2020 at 6:00 a.m.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. RCS Partner Heidi Ellsworth shares an insightful look at today’s roofing industry in this episode of Tremco Talks. The Tremco Talks educational webinar series turned to Heidi J. Ellsworth for this look at some of the most pressing issues facing the roofing industry. Perhaps the biggest ...

Scholarships Available for Higher Education

January 26, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

By Lauren White, RCS Reporter. The Davis Memorial Foundation is awarding scholarships for $5,000 EACH this year! Every year, the Davis Memorial Foundation, with the support of the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA), awards scholarships to individuals who are interested in furthering their education. Due to the generous support and ...

Generosity of NWIR Diamond Sponsors Shines Bright

January 25, 2020 at 6:00 a.m.

By Lauren White, RCS Reporter. Diamond Sponsors each contribute $25,000 to NWIR and their efforts to empower women in the roofing industry. Diamonds are a girl's best friend, which is also true for National Women in Roofing (NWIR) in terms of sponsors. NWIR Diamond Sponsors each donate $25,000 to ensure the ...

Cotney Construction Law Giving Back Page

Cotney Construction Law Sponsors RCS Giving Back Page

January 22, 2020 at 6:00 a.m.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. New section on RoofersCoffeeShop® highlights companies committed to giving back to help their communities. The roofing industry sure has a big heart. Those of us lucky enough to work in the roofing industry know it. We’ve formed lifelong relationships with other roofing professionals from across the ...

Add Suicide Prevention and Mental Health to Your Toolbox Talks

January 20, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. According to a report by the Centers for Disease Control the largest number of male suicides occurs in the construction industry. The topic of mental health has traditionally been off limits but is increasingly becoming more mainstream. In fact, some contractors have begun making mental health ...

Forums Promote Community, Connectedness and Conversation

January 20, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

By Lauren White, RCS Reporter. They may be “old school,” but forums are still a popular form of social media. For years, forums have served as platforms for people around the world to connect with others who share similar interests, whether it’s pets, race cars, technology, food, or roofing. One of ...

SRS Bringing Journey to the International Roofing Expo

January 15, 2020 at 2:00 p.m.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. The concert will raise money for the SRS Raise the Roof Foundation. If you are planning to attend the International Roofing Expo in Dallas, February 4 – 6, 2020 there is one event you will want to put on your calendar – the SRS Raise the ...

Searching for Ways to Improve Worker Retention?

January 14, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.

By Lauren White, RCS Reporter. The Qualified Trainer Conferences offered by NRCA have the solutions you need. In the roofing industry, it’s challenging to find and retain quality workers. This continues to be a major issue in the industry. One of the reasons for steady turnover is due to the ...

Setting the Bar for Sustainability

January 14, 2020 at 6:00 a.m.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. Duro-Last® goes above and beyond with their commitment to recycling. Recycling isn’t new to Duro-Last. Company founder John R. Burt started recycling 30 years ago when he found a method for turning manufacturing scraps into a resilient flooring product, keeping the waste out of the landfill. ...