Top July Stories: Preparing for Summer Heat, CoatingsCoffeeShop™ and Workplace Safety

By Anna Lockhart. 

Here’s what’s been trending on RoofersCoffeeShop® (RCS) this past July.  

As heatwaves passed over a large portion of North America during the month of July, it is no surprise that the topic of hot weather and how to stay cool during the harsh weather was a popular topic among our readers. Two of our top 10 articles for July highlighted ways to prepare roofing crews for the extreme heat and how to stay cool throughout the summer.  

Another popular article trending on our site was the announcement of our newest addition to the Coffee Shop family, CoatingsCoffeeShop™. This exciting new website will offer a plethora of educational, informational and community-based experiences centered around the roof coatings industry. This new website was made possible through our collaboration with APOC and the support of industry organizations dedicated to seeing the advancement and growth of the coatings community! 

One of our top 10 articles for July was the insightful piece from John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group, which highlights the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the workplace. John discusses why employers should emphasize the need for proper PPE for their employees and crews and general workplace safety.  

Honorable Mention (#6-#10): 

10 - The Many Variants of Metal Roof and Siding Sealants 

9 - Keeping Your Cool: Essential Safety Tips for Roofers Battling Hot Summer Conditions 

8 - How to Prepare Your Roofing Crew for Extreme Heat 

7 - Protecting Workers: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for a Safe Workplace – Part One 

6 - Technology Fills the Gap Between Supply and Demand 

Read the Top 5 articles:  

5 - Meet Eddie White - Answer Me This! Winner 

4 - RoofersCoffeeShop® Announces CoatingsCoffeeShop™ 

3 – SPRI Adds New Environmental Product Declarations Section to its Website and Posts New EPDs From Several Member Companies 

2 – MTL Holdings New Product Release – XL Gutter 

1 – ARMA Releases 2023 Q2 Report on Asphalt Roofing Product Shipments 

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