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Roof takeoffs part 1: Asking the right questions
By Central States. Learn what you should be asking during the beginning of the roof takeoff process. One of the most important parts of any roofing job occurs before you even put up a ladder. It’s the roof takeoff. This term refers to the process of calculating the ...
Opening new doors with Central States
By Emma Peterson. This new product line displays Central States’ commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. Central States Manufacturing is a 100% employee-owned company based out of Northwest Arkansas. They operate 11 factories around the nation and maintain three main divisions — light gauge metal, building packages and installation. Recently, Shannon ...
Streamlining metal building projects
By Central States Manufacturing, Inc. Learn how Building Works delivers quality, efficiency and cost savings. Central States Building Works, a part of Central States Manufacturing Inc., provides a seamless, one-stop solution for designing and manufacturing pre-engineered metal buildings, custom building packages and more. Take your vision and turn it into reality – ...
What you need to know about ICE on the jobsite
By Dani Sheehan. With current immigration enforcement actions creating fear and uncertainty in the industry, it is important for contractors and owners to be prepared while also staying compliant with the law. Our industry has long relied on a mix of domestic and foreign labor to meet its workforce demands. However, as ...
IRE day 1, here we go!
Floor interviews, new product releases, Para Latinos awards and more! Editor’s note: The following is the transcript of a conversation The Coffee Shops crew had after the first full day of the International Roofing Expo. Karen Edwards: Day one of the International Roofing Expo (IRE) was so busy. There were so many ...
Shannon Conrady – Revolutionizing Doors: Sentry Storage Solutions - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Central States’ Marketing Director, Shannon Conrady. You can read the interview below or listen to the podcast. Intro: Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of Metalcast. I'm your host, Karen Edwards. And in today's episode, we are going ...
Masters of the finishing touch
By Central States Manufacturing Precision, craftsmanship and creativity define this small but mighty team. At Central States’ Lowell, Arkansas facility, perfection isn’t just a goal — it’s in the job description. In the Trim Accessories department, Jose Salinas and Ciriaco Calderon work with a blend of artistry and technical skill, handcrafting the ...
Preparing for ICE on the Jobsite - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese LLP. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Intro: Good morning and welcome to Coffee Conversations from the Coffee Shops. My name is Heidi Ellsworth and ...
Building a greener future
By Metal Central. Why settle for ordinary when your roofing choice can be extraordinary? In an industry where durability meets innovation, metal roofing is emerging as the ultimate sustainable solution. For contractors looking to stay ahead of the curve, Metal Central proudly supplies products from Central States, offering more than just roofing ...
The ownership mindset
By Central States Manufacturing. A culture of ownership transforms the way people work, think and care. Imagine walking into a room full of people who treat the business they work for as if it were their own. At Central States Manufacturing, every decision, every interaction and every task is carried out with ...
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