IRE – International Roofing Expo

International Roofing Expo unveils winners of the 2025 Innovative Product Showcase and Awards program

March 20, 2025 at 10:00 p.m.

The second iteration of IRE awards celebrate cutting-edge developments in materials, equipment, tools and services that are revolutionizing roofing and exterior construction for businesses, laborers, commercial and residential. The International Roofing Expo® (IRE) reveals the recipients of the second annual Innovative Product Showcase and Awards program for both People's Choice and Experts' Choice categories. This recognition program, powered ...

Building connections and expanding our reach

March 18, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.

By Dani Sheehan. This show offered invaluable opportunities to learn, connect and grow! The Oklahoma Roofing Contractors Association (ORCA) Conference and Trade Show may be a smaller event, but it packed a punch when it came to networking, learning and growing our industry connections. As first-time attendees representing The Coffee Shops™, Alex ...

IKO continues to save contractors time and money

March 17, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.

By Emma Peterson. From TPO welding and induction systems to a new app, IKO has their contractors top of mind. While at the International Roofing Expo (IRE), The Coffee Shops™ crew got the chance to sit down with a variety of incredible industry professionals for interviews on our soundstage, sponsored by SRS ...

Sustainability, strength and style: The rise of metal roofing and siding

March 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

By Emma Peterson. Hear from ATAS’ vice president about why metal roofing is a smart, long-term material choice. The Coffee Shops™ crew had an incredible time at this year’s International Roofing Expo (IRE). While in San Antonio, Texas, we got the chance to find some of our industry friends out on the ...

Perspective on the industry from those with their boots on the ground

March 16, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. From tariffs to AI and everything between, this contractor panel shared an overview of the trends in the roofing industry this year. One of the best parts of attending trade shows like the International Roofing Expo (IRE) is getting to learn about the roofing industry as a whole by ...

Why 2025 is a pivotal year for the roofing industry

March 15, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

By Dani Sheehan. From shifting insurance policies to economic pressures and evolving customer expectations, staying ahead means staying informed. The roofing industry is at a crossroads in 2025, with economic pressures, regulatory changes and shifting consumer expectations reshaping the landscape. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025, the live Coffee Conversations, sponsored ...

The NFBA Expo is back and bigger than ever

March 9, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.

By Emma Peterson. Check out over 170 exhibitors, incredible education sessions and hands-on demos at the 57th annual NFBA building expo this April. The International Roofing Expo (IRE) might be over, but trade show season is still in full swing! In a new episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat ...

ARMA celebrates 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards winners at International Roofing Expo

March 7, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

The annual awards program recognizes asphalt roofing projects across North America, celebrating craftsmanship, durability and aesthetic excellence. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) honored the winners of the 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards at the International Roofing Expo (IRE), held February 19 - 21 in San Antonio, Texas. The annual ...

75 years and counting: How Leister continues to innovate

March 7, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.

By Emma Peterson. From a new vacuum plate to the next generation of VARIMAT, Leister continues to improve their heat welding offerings. In a special Read Listen Watch® (RLW), Heidi J. Ellsworth took attendees to the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE) show floor to talk to Dave Nordentoft and Brittany Wykle of ...