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Visions of Oxford Ltd wins 2025 Elite Roofing Award with 3-phase roofing project
By Tapco Tools. How TapcoSlate Classic transformed a home and won the contractor an award. A three-stage replacement/new-build project that started in 2018 and wrapped up in 2023 transformed the home of Adam Dixon-Chapman. The expansive Oxford project is so exceptional that it has earned its contractor, Visions of Oxford Ltd, ...
The next generation takes centre stage!
By Emma Peterson. IFD’s World Championship of Young Roofer brings together talented professionals from around the world to showcase their skills. Since 1988, Internation Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD) has invited young professionals from around the globe to compete in a roofing competition designed to test their skills on ...
The power of apprenticeships: Luke and Dalton Roofing
By Emma Peterson. Luke’s story is just one example of how apprenticeships are opening doors for the next generation of skilled professionals. For many young people, facing the choice of what to do next after basic schooling can be overwhelming. There are seemingly endless possibilities, each leading towards a different ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® partners with International Federation of the Roofing Trade to strengthen global roofing connections
Driving global collaboration through education, events and industry engagement. RoofersCoffeeShop® (RCS), the award-winning place where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, is proud to announce a new partnership with the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD), bringing together two influential industry leaders committed to advancing the roofing ...
CITB funding changes signal major shift in construction training support
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Understand CITB funding changes and their impact on training, grants and workforce development. The latest announcement from the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is reshaping how training is funded across the U.K. construction industry. With changes rolling out in January 2026 and continuing through April 2026, contractors, manufacturers ...
Late payment consultation: Time to pay up – government response
The U.K. Department for Business and Trade shares insight into late payment issues. This government is determined to tackle the scourge of late payments which costs the UK economy £11 billion each year and leads to the closure of 38 UK businesses every day. On average, business owners affected by late ...
NFRC has a full slate of events for their members!
By Emma Peterson. From racecourse days to golf tournaments, there is no shortage of NFRC events to attend this summer. Throughout the year, National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), organizes and hosts events for their members. These events are a great opportunity for roofing professionals and others in the ...
Spotlight on apprenticeships!
By Emma Peterson. Apprenticeships not only build individual careers, but they strengthen the entire roofing industry. Every year, National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) supports the celebration of apprenticeships – in the form of both National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) and Scottish Apprenticeship Week. This week highlights the “positive impact ...
Tremco CPG Completes Acquisition of Kalzip®
Tremco Construction Products Group (“Tremco CPG”) today announced that the acquisition of Kalzip GmbH (“Kalzip”) was finalised following completion of the standard regulatory review process. A global leader in the design and production of aluminium-based roofs and facades for building envelopes, Kalzip now is part of Tremco CPG. Founded in 1968, ...
The Great British Slate Off
By Emma Peterson. Alright slaters – this week the judges are asking you to make a video showcasing your best slate skills! Sogginess is not only a concern when it comes to the bottom of your bakes, but also your roofs! That’s why great slate roofers use skill, precision ...
