By Jesse Sanchez. 

Learn how the event delivered strong networking, education and business opportunities for roofing professionals. 

The Colorado Roofing Association (CRA) show reinforced its position as a cornerstone regional event, bringing together contractors, manufacturers and industry organizations for one of its largest gatherings to date. This year’s show was defined by record attendance, an expanded trade floor and a steady pace of meaningful connections that translated into real business opportunities. 

That growth was immediately evident to attendees. The Coffee Shops™ (TCS) Multimedia Producer Zane Deluccie described the event as the biggest CRA show yet, emphasizing the value of reconnecting with industry partners such as TRA Snow & Sun and National Women in Roofing (NWIR). Even outdoor exhibits drew attention, with Rocket Equipment’s Trash Rocket standing out despite temperatures dropping below 40 degrees. Throughout the event, Zane noted, “We met plenty of great contractors who were interested in what we stood to offer. Our floor team talked to a number of existing clients and our booth wrangled a series of leads.” 

The scale of the show also shaped the experience on the floor. TCS Podcast Producer Adam Cabrera said, “It turned out to be much larger than I expected going in. There were a ton of exhibitors and the show had great turn out.” With a large number of exhibitors spread across multiple warehouse spaces the layout created continuous foot traffic, giving the team opportunities to introduce TCS to new audiences while building interest among contractors who were previously unfamiliar with the platform. 

For TCS Multimedia Manager Megan Ellsworth, the event’s momentum was most visible in both participation and energy. “It was the biggest year attendance wise that I've been to with about 2000 people in attendance,” as Megan described an environment that remained active from start to finish where she conducted interviews with companies including FlashCo, Brava Roof Tile, TRA Snow & Sun, Owens Corning® and GAF, along with organizations such as Duro-Last® and Latinos En Roofing. Her conversation with Amparo from Latinos En Roofing, attending for the first time, highlighted the growing influence of the Colorado market. 

Megan also supported the NWIR Denver/Northern Colorado chapter booth, which saw steady traffic and new member signups throughout the event. Alongside well-attended educational sessions and upcoming programming, including a March 18 Lunch and Learn, the show reflected continued growth and opportunity across the Colorado roofing industry. 

Learn more about how the CRA show is driving industry growth through connections, education and new business opportunities!

Across the show floor, soundstage interviews and educational sessions, IRE 2026 made it clear that the roofing industry is not standing still. 

While community defines the heart of the International Roofing Expo (IRE), innovation defines its pace. From AI-driven tools and smarter products to immersive booths and hands-on demonstrations, our crew experienced IRE 2026 as a snapshot of where the industry is headed. Here’s a deeper look at how it went, as told through the voices of our crew members who spent the week capturing it. 

Technology everywhere 

One of the most immediate takeaways from IRE 2026 was just how visible technology has become across the show floor. Megan Ellsworth, multimedia director, shared: 

One theme that did stand out for me at IRE was the sheer amount of technology and AI companies at the show and the innovations through technology that big name distributors and manufacturers are implementing. Contractors were a buzz with all the new technology at their fingertips through either their distributor, CRM or manufacturer that is for sure. 

That buzz extended to manufacturers, distributors and long-established brands bringing tangible, jobsite-ready solutions to the floor. Karen Edwards, COO, emphasized, “I was most impressed by the manufacturers that continually innovate and bring new solutions that help contractors work smarter, more efficiently, the products that perform better. It’s incredible.” Startups and established brands showcased tools that have the potential to fundamentally change how contractors work day to day.  

Innovation on display: Booths, launches and customer stories 

For crew members walking the show floor, innovation stood out not only in the products themselves, but in how exhibitors chose to present their stories. Lauren White, editor-in-chief, explained: 

It’s always so fun to see the same people each year, and also to see how some of our customers’ booths have grown over the years. Some companies who started with a single table and a small footprint now have the biggest LED screen that Informa has ever seen, like Roof Scout. Central States Manufacturing had a huge, amazing booth as well and it looked really great and made a statement. 

Everyone puts so much time and energy into making their booths look good and flow, and they’re really proud of them. There’s a lot of intentional planning that goes into that. For us to go onto the show floor and highlight those booths – asking what they want to showcase and positioning ourselves where they feel best – is really special. People are so grateful for the opportunity to talk about their latest products and recent launches and show them off in their booth. 

Drake Porter, industry relations coordinator, echoed this sense of creativity and experimentation they witnessed across the show floor: 

Just seeing what all these folks are doing, whether it's tools or materials or an amazing Trash Rocket or a giant screen at Roof Scout was really cool. My favorite interview of the day was Western States Metal Roofing, where she talked about different shingle sizes, metal and the 3D-printed display she created for the booth. 

Across the span of three days, Lauren and Drake had the chance to dance with the Pink Panther from Owens Corning®, assist the BITEC® magician in passing cards around to the crowd and made custom hats with TRA Snow and Sun, further highlighting the vastness of this year’s exhibitor booths. 

Education contractors can use 

Education once again proved to be one of IRE’s strongest assets, especially as conversations around AI moved from theory to application. Heidi J. Ellsworth, president and CEO, moderated a panel discussion focused on AI in practical business settings: 

We were fortunate enough to be part of the Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3) panel talking about AI in real-life situations. It really talked about not only where the roofing industry is going, but what you need to look at and be aware of. 

The IRE educational courses throughout the week really help contractors build their business, so they can leave IRE with a strong to-do list, which I think is really important. 

What stood out most to Karen was the engagement: “It’s impressive to have 100 people in a room who want to learn about AI at 8:30 in the morning and nobody was scrolling through their phone during that presentation. They were engaged and eager to learn.” 

Telling the industry’s stories 

One of the ways innovation came to life at IRE 2026 was through storytelling itself. James Ellsworth, CFO, exclaimed, “The soundstage did 89 recordings over the course of three days. We had experts from around the industry all wanting to share on the soundstage.” As Karen hosted the majority of these interviews, she reflected, “Being able to bring a little piece of the show to those people who weren’t able to come was heartwarming. They can tune into our videos, and they can see what’s new.” The theme that consistently emerged was adoption. As Lauren noted, “People are really adopting tech and AI, which is great to see in an industry that’s typically slow to adopt. 2026 is the year of growth.” Across tools, technology, education and storytelling, IRE 2026 highlighted real solutions, real learning and real momentum. And the industry is clearly ready for what’s next. 

Check out our YouTube playlist to hear from the experts themselves!

En todo el piso de exhibición, las entrevistas en el escenario y las sesiones educativas, IRE 2026 dejó en claro que la industria del techado no se está quedando quieta. 

Mientras la comunidad define el corazón de la International Roofing Expo (IRE), la innovación define su ritmo. Desde herramientas impulsadas por IA y productos más inteligentes hasta stands inmersivos y demostraciones prácticas, nuestro equipo vivió IRE 2026 como una muestra clara de hacia dónde se dirige la industria. Aquí te presentamos una mirada más profunda a cómo se desarrolló todo, contada a través de las voces de los miembros de nuestro equipo que pasaron la semana capturando cada momento. 

Tecnología en todas partes 

Uno de los principales aprendizajes inmediatos de IRE 2026 fue lo visible que se ha vuelto la tecnología en todo el piso de exhibición. Megan Ellsworth, directora de multimedia, compartió: 

Un tema que realmente destacó para mí en IRE fue la gran cantidad de empresas de tecnología e inteligencia artificial presentes en el evento y las innovaciones tecnológicas que los grandes distribuidores y fabricantes están implementando. Los contratistas estaban muy entusiasmados con toda la nueva tecnología disponible a través de su distribuidor, CRM o fabricante, sin duda. 

Ese entusiasmo se extendió a fabricantes, distribuidores y marcas consolidadas que llevaron al piso soluciones tangibles y listas para el trabajo. Karen Edwards, COO, enfatizó: “Lo que más me impresionó fueron los fabricantes que constantemente innovan y traen nuevas soluciones que ayudan a los contratistas a trabajar de manera más inteligente y eficiente, con productos que ofrecen un mejor rendimiento. Es increíble.” Nuevas empresas y marcas establecidas exhibieron herramientas con el potencial de cambiar fundamentalmente cómo trabajan los contratistas en su día a día. 

Innovación en exhibición: Stands, lanzamientos e historias de clientes 

Para los miembros del equipo que recorrieron el piso de exhibición, la innovación destacó no solo en los productos en sí, sino en la forma en que los expositores eligieron presentar sus historias. Lauren White, editora en jefe, explicó: 

Siempre es muy divertido ver a las mismas personas cada año, y también ver cómo los stands de algunos de nuestros clientes han crecido con el tiempo. Algunas empresas que comenzaron con una sola mesa y un espacio pequeño ahora tienen la pantalla LED más grande que Informa haya visto, como Roof Scout. Central States Manufacturing también tuvo un stand enorme y espectacular; se veía realmente bien y dejaba una gran impresión. Todos dedican mucho tiempo y energía a asegurarse de que sus stands se vean bien y fluyan correctamente, y están realmente orgullosos de ellos. Hay mucha planificación intencional detrás de eso. 

Para nosotros, poder caminar por el piso de exhibición y destacar esos stands —preguntar qué quieren mostrar y colocarnos donde mejor se sientan — es algo muy especial. La gente está muy agradecida por la oportunidad de hablar sobre sus productos más recientes, sus nuevos lanzamientos y mostrarlos en sus stands. 

Drake Porter, coordinador de relaciones industriales, destacó ese mismo sentido de creatividad y experimentación que vio por todo el evento: 

Ver lo que toda esta gente está haciendo, ya sean herramientas, materiales, un increíble Trash Rocket o una enorme pantalla en Roof Scout, fue realmente genial. Mi entrevista favorita del día fue con Western States Metal Roofing, donde ella habló sobre diferentes tamaños de tejas, metal y la exhibición impresa en 3D que creó para su stand. 

A lo largo de tres días, Lauren y Drake tuvieron la oportunidad de bailar con la Pantera Rosa de Owens Corning®, ayudar al mago de BITEC® a pasar cartas entre la multitud y hacer sombreros personalizados con TRA Snow and Sun, resaltando aún más la magnitud de los stands de este año. 

Educación que los contratistas pueden usar 

Una vez más, la educación demostró ser uno de los mayores activos de IRE, especialmente cuando las conversaciones sobre IA pasaron de la teoría a la aplicación práctica. Heidi J. Ellsworth, presidenta y CEO, moderó un panel centrado en el uso de la IA en entornos reales de negocios: 

Tuvimos la fortuna de ser parte del panel del Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3) hablando sobre IA en situaciones reales. La conversación trató no solo sobre hacia dónde se dirige la industria del roofing, sino sobre lo que necesitas observar y tener en cuenta. 

Los cursos educativos de IRE durante la semana realmente ayudan a los contratistas a fortalecer sus negocios, para que puedan salir de IRE con una sólida lista de tareas, lo cual es muy importante. 

Lo que más le llamó la atención a Karen fue el nivel de atención: “Es impresionante tener a 100 personas en una sala que quieren aprender sobre IA a las 8:30 de la mañana y que nadie estuviera revisando su teléfono durante la presentación. Estaban comprometidos y ansiosos por aprender.” 

Contando las historias de la industria 

Una de las formas en que la innovación cobró vida en IRE 2026 fue a través de la narración. James Ellsworth, CFO, exclamó, “El escenario de grabación hizo 89 entrevistas durante tres días. Tuvimos expertos de toda la industria queriendo participar en el escenario.” Mientras Karen condujo la mayoría de esas entrevistas, reflexionó, “Poder llevar un pedacito del evento a quienes no pudieron asistir fue conmovedor. Pueden ver nuestros videos y descubrir qué hay de nuevo.” 

El tema recurrente fue la adopción. Como señaló Lauren, “La gente realmente está adoptando la tecnología y la IA, lo cual es genial de ver en una industria que típicamente adopta los cambios con más lentitud. 2026 es el año del crecimiento.” 

A través de herramientas, tecnología, educación y narración, IRE 2026 destacó soluciones reales, aprendizaje real y un impulso genuino. Y la industria está claramente lista para lo que viene. 

¡Consulta nuestra lista de videos en YouTube para escuchar directamente a los expertos!

By Jesse Sanchez. 

Showing how a smaller machine can move debris faster, keep crews safer and turn efficiency from an idea into something contractors can watch happen in real time.     

On The Coffee Shops™ Sound Stage sponsored by SRS Distribution, at the International Roofing Expo (IRE), Karen Edwards spoke with Rob Thorson of Rocket Equipment. Nearby, the Trash Rocket rose toward the hall’s ceiling, not as spectacle but as a working idea made visible. A first customer, Fixed Roofing, had already put the new model to use. The moment felt less like a launch and more like a field report arriving on the show floor. 

What changes when the machine gets smaller but the work does not 

The company’s newest machine is the result of  refining the 5000 model. This shorter, narrower version is designed for jobs that still demand reach without demanding space. Rob explained, “At the show this year, we rolled out our new model, the 3600. It’s a single-axle trailer that’s about eight feet shorter and not quite as wide. It has a smaller footprint and one less trough section, but it will still reach 36 feet and is more geared toward smaller commercial or higher-end residential work.” This change reframes how crews approach tear-off, not by replacing labor but by redirecting it, allowing material to move forward and keeping hands working without stepping closer to the edge. 

How one job in Florida turned motion into proof 

The first 3600 went to Florida on a tile tear-off where crews typically had to throw debris over the roof edge into a dumpster below, making the real test not whether the machine worked but whether it could change the way material was moved off the roof. Rob noted, “They moved about eight dumpster loads of debris in a day and it kept their guys away from the edge of the house. No property damage, no landscaping to work around or tarp up.” In that shift, safety and efficiency become visible at the same time, as material moves directly from roof to container and crews finish the job sooner with less risk and less wasted motion. 

As Rocket Equipment expanded demonstrations across regions, contractors responded less to explanations and more to seeing the unit operate on real jobsites. Rob said, “Just being able to sit and talk with customers one-on-one with the unit in front of you is key. Nothing like seeing it and seeing it in action.” He added that the response to the 3600 has been encouraging, especially from crews looking for a smaller machine that still delivers the same reach and performance. 

Watch the full interview to learn more about Rocket Equipment and the Trash Rocket!

By Jesse Sanchez. 

Learn how this machine is changing the way contractors approach debris cleanup on jobsites. 

The CoatingsCoffeeShop soundstage at World of Concrete, sponsored by Tremco, saw many different faces throughout the three-day trade show, one of which was Rob Thorson from Rocket Equipment. He talked with Megan Ellsworth about a machine built for one of the oldest challenges in construction: getting debris safely from high places to the ground. 

Rocket Equipment began six years ago because of this simple irritation in the industry. Rob explains that most debris removal methods feel improvised or aren’t as effective. The Trash Rocket was built to provide an easy solution. 

“The Trash Rocket was invented to fix a pretty common problem of getting debris of any sort from an elevated position to the dumpster quickly,” Rob said. “The current processes can be messy, expensive and dangerous at times.” 

The machine is permanently mounted on a trailer, making it easy to tow from one jobsite to the next. At the jobsite, it telescopes upward to the roofline where material is then put in from the rooftop and it slides cleanly into a dumpster below. 

For three years, Rocket Equipment sold one primary model, the TR 5000, reaching up to 50 feet. This year, a second machine joined their product offerings. The TR 3600 stands shorter, meant for two- and three-story buildings, pulled by a half-ton pickup instead of a larger truck. Rob said, “There has to be a second option that’s better for different size contractors that work with maybe two- and three-story buildings versus four stories.” Both models serve roofing contractors, general contractors and demolition crews.  

Rocket Equipment now works across four regions — West, Central, Northeast and Southeast — making it possible for the team to bring the Trash Rocket directly to contractors for live demonstrations. Rob said they can often reach a shop within a day to show how the machine operates and how it moves debris safely and efficiently. Seeing the machine in action changes how contractors think about cleanup. 

Rob says customers often wish they had bought the Trash Rocket sooner. He shared, “We hear things like, ‘It’s a game changer. It’s their secret weapon.’ And it’s used a lot for their marketing, too, because they’ll wrap it and they’re really proud to put it on the job site and show it off to their customers.” 

With 2026 in full swing, Rocket Equipment is already seeing great momentum and is looking forward to more.  

Watch the full interview to learn more about how Rocket Equipment is shaping cleaner, safer jobsite movement across the roofing industry!

By Rocket Equipment.

Helping roofing and demolition crews cut labor, avoid heavy equipment rentals and move materials safely to dumpsters in minutes while saving thousands per project.

Roofing contractors, general contractors and demolition professionals are facing increasing pressure to complete jobs faster while controlling costs and minimizing jobsite risk. The Trash Rocket, a permanently trailer-mounted hydraulic debris chute, is designed to help crews do exactly that. 

The Trash Rocket sets up in less than 10 minutes and can reach heights of up to 50 feet, 9 inches, providing a controlled, efficient method for moving debris directly from the work area to the dumpster. By eliminating the need for cranes, telehandlers, rental equipment or traditional drop chute systems, contractors can save an estimated $6,000+ per project — often more on larger jobs. 

“Not having to bring a crane out saved us four crew members,” said Brady Keller of Sterling Commercial Roofing – Tecta. “The Trash Rocket helped us out a lot and should pay for itself within three to four projects.” 

Labor savings extend beyond equipment replacement. Traditional debris handling often requires multiple workers dedicated to cleanup throughout the day. With debris contained and directed straight to the dumpster, contractors can reduce cleanup labor costs by an additional $4,000+ or more per project. 

“From a quantitative standpoint, we don’t need a guy running a telehandler all day and we don’t need two people constantly cleaning the jobsite,” said Chuck Hall, owner of Nastase Contracting. 

The system also helps reduce costly damage claims. Uncontrolled falling debris and heavy equipment frequently result in cracked pavement, damaged landscaping or exterior building repairs that can exceed $5,000 per incident. 

Beyond operational savings, the Trash Rocket can improve job acquisition. “The Trash Rocket helps us bid jobs more efficiently and land more projects,” said John Franco, owner of Greentek Roofing. 

The Trash Rocket is not just a piece of equipment — it’s a strategic investment that improves safety, lowers costs, strengthens a contractor’s professional image and boosts profitability on every job. 

By Jesse Sanchez. 

Rocket Equipment introduces a compact commercial-grade trash chute designed to help contractors streamline removal work on residential and light commercial jobsites. 

Rocket Equipment is expanding its debris management lineup with the introduction of the Trash Rocket TR-3600, a compact commercial-grade trash chute built to meet contractor demand for faster setup, greater reach and reduced labor on smaller jobsites. Designed for 2-story homes and 2–3 story commercial projects, the TR-3600 brings the same OSHA-compliant design approach and time-saving performance found in larger systems into a more flexible footprint. 

That focus on efficiency comes at a time when removal and demolition work is under increasing pressure from tighter schedules and rising labor costs. Contractors are looking for equipment that can simplify workflows without compromising safety or durability. The TR-3600 is positioned to answer that challenge with a hydraulic-operated, battery-powered system that can be set up by a single operator in under five minutes. Faster setup helps crews move quickly from staging to production, reducing downtime and keeping projects moving forward. 

Adaptability is a defining feature of the TR-3600. An articulated arm increases reach and positioning flexibility, allowing crews to adjust as jobsite conditions change. The system can be positioned up to 19 feet away from the structure or reach heights of up to 36 feet, making it suitable for a wide range of roof removal and demolition applications. This reach allows contractors to work around landscaping, canopies and other obstacles without reconfiguring the entire site. 

The TR-3600 is compatible with dump trucks and 40-yard dumpsters, supporting efficient debris transfer across residential and light commercial environments. Its compact jobsite footprint and rugged galvanized trailer simplify transport and staging, while a durable abrasion-resistant UHMW liner is designed to handle demanding materials such as tile, shingles, ballast and single-ply systems. 

Beyond performance, the TR-3600 reflects a continued emphasis on compliance and operator safety. Built with an OSHA-compliant design, the system is engineered to reduce manual handling during debris removal. By limiting the need for multiple workers during setup and operation, it helps contractors better manage labor while maintaining consistent and controlled workflows. 

Learn more about how to purchase the Trash Rocket TR-3600 from Rocket Equipment!

Dozens of interviews, thousands of steps and countless memories, connections and positive energy at day one of IRE.

Editor's note: The following is a transcript of a conversation between The Coffee Shops™ crew about day one of IRE 2026. 

Karen Edwards: Wow, day one of IRE was amazing. It really was. I spent my whole day at IRE; I did not get over to World of Concrete, but the line waiting to get in the show this morning was a fabulous opportunity that James took advantage of to hand out bags, swag and information about R-Club. There were so many contractors there, and everyone was excited to go inside the show, see what's new, talk to their vendors, pick up some swag and just have a great time. Everyone is happy to be here. It could be due to the fact that is 65 degrees and sunny outside, but everyone is just thrilled to be here. This is our Super Bowl, right? This is our biggest event of the year, and to be able to be here and to have our soundstage bring the stories of what's happening at the show to everybody — whether you're here or not — that is a thrill for me.

I'm honored to be able to sit on on that soundstage and talk to our customers, our partners, our friends, our R-Club members, about why they're here, what's new. There are so many new product releases, new initiatives that are being undertaken, and it's so cool to see the industry really advance, progress and move forward into solutions and technologies that help the industry work smarter and do more with less, addressing the labor shortage, and it's just a really exciting, fun time. One of the other things that I like the most about the interviews is that people are very nervous, and being able to be say, "You're going to be great. It's just conversation. It's just you and I talking." And at the end they go, "Wow, that was so fun. I had such a good time." Being able to make them feel at ease is really great.

The Welcome Party, sponsored by ABC Supply was amazing. And then we visited Brava Roof Tile at their hospitality and Polyglass and it was just great to see everyone. People are feeling really positive going into 2026.

James Ellsworth: I had a lot of fun today helping manage the booth and direct traffic. We did about 28 interviews starting at 7:45 a.m. and ending at 4:30 p.m., and we also did one Coffee Conversations and one podcast. So a lot of skillful interviewing. We had a huge line outside our booth, which is always a lot of fun. I really enjoyed talking to the SkillsUSA teachers and state directors who came by on their SkillsUSA booth challenge where they visit the different sponsors supporting the commercial roofing competition. I had a great time handing out swag for the students around the country.

Drake Porter: Day one. Wow, what a day. I walked 16,000 steps today with Lauren doing booth interviews. Just getting the opportunity to meet partners and customers and getting to hear all the new things that they're doing with their companies and all their different products and services was great. And it was nice to actually see the faces of the people I email all the time. The First-time Attendee event was really good. We were handing out hand sanitizers to all the first-timers, and we didn't have any left. My favorite interview today was about the trash rocket with Rocket Equipment. It was the very first one we did, and I'm just amazed by this giant slide for roofing material debris. I loved it. And then I think the second best one was with Mindy at TRA Snow and Sun. It was just a really good day overall. A lot of great traffic everywhere we went.

Lauren White: Drake and I were on the show floor, and we had a lot of interviews scheduled throughout the day at IRE — we were also just on the IRE side today. And people are really excited to be here, excited to see people, they have great energy and great traffic at their booths. We started interviews before the show floor opened, and even just an hour in, people in the far corners of the floor were saying, "We have so much traffic already." So that was really great to hear, especially since we also have World of Concrete happening at the same time. It's always fun to see our partners and see what they're up to. I got to interview the Owens Corning Panther, which was very fun. It's a very animated interview on The Pink Panther side!

RoofersCoffeeShop sponsors the First-time Attendees reception right before the Welcome Party, and we saw a lot of people coming in and got to welcome them and hand out hand sanitizers to them as their gift. It was a beautiful night. The event was outside on a terrace, and we had a view of the sphere and strip at sunset. Then we went to the Brava hospitality, and I actually saw two people I had on a podcast from MRS Roof Pros. They're an R-Club member, and I just had the podcast with them last week for AskARoofer, and they found me in the crowd and we had a great conversation. They were happy to see us and excited for what else is to come with RoofersCoffeeShop and them. The Polyglass hospitality is always a party and a half. Great food, amazing music, everyone was singing along. Also a beautiful venue at the Paris at the Chele rooftop bar. We got to see the Bellagio water show, which is my favorite thing in Vegas. Overall a great day! Everybody's happy, they're having a good time and we're all looking forward to the Roofing Alliance Student Competition tomorrow morning.

Innovative trash chute systems expand safer, faster debris removal options for professional roofing contractors nationwide. 

The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning online communities where the industries meet for technologies, safety, information and education for the construction trades of roofing, metal, coatings and outdoor living, are pleased to welcome Rocket Equipment into their community. 

Founded by industry veteran Scott Seaton, Rocket Equipment is a solutions-driven manufacturer serving professional contractors nationwide. Built on decades of real-world roofing experience, the company designs purpose-built debris management systems engineered for demanding jobsite conditions. 

Rocket Equipment is known for its Trash Rocket lineup of products, including the TR-5000 and TR-3600 mobile telescoping trash chutes. Developed after a residential reroof exposed the limits of traditional disposal methods, the Trash Rocket was developed to safely move heavy debris away from structures and landscaping without slowing production. Scott recalls, “It hit me that what I needed was a rigid, self-supporting chute. One that roofers could extend over jobsite obstacles.” 

Both systems focus on speed, flexibility and protection. The TR-5000 supports larger commercial and complex residential projects with its extended reach and elevation capabilities The TR-3600 delivers similar performance in a more compact format, perfectly suited for two-to three-story applications. Each unit is trailer-mounted, battery-powered and designed for single-operator setup while working seamlessly with dumpsters and dump trucks. 

The Trash Rocket delivers on: 

• Fast setup and teardown 
• Reduced labor during tear-off 
• Cleaner, controlled debris disposal 
• Protection for property and surroundings 
• Improved crew efficiency and morale 
• Jobsite-ready durability 

The Coffee Shops are proud to welcome Rocket Equipment!

About Rocket Equipment 

Rocket Equipment develops innovative debris removal solutions designed by roofers, for roofers, helping contractors work smarter, safer, and more profitably on every job. 

By Emma Peterson.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gather with like-minded professionals and learn and grow together.

The Carolinas Roofing & Sheet Metal Contractors Associations (CRSMCA) is hosting their annual expo and meeting at the end of June this year! From June 25-27, professionals from around the industry will come together at the Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes in South Carolina for three days of education, networking and exploration.

Day 1: Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Start the show by gathering together and building long-term relationships while having fun! The day kicks off with CRSMCA’s golf tournament. This is a great way to enjoy Myrtle Beach’s Grande Dunes Resort Golf Club while meeting new people and making new opportunities with like-minded professionals. And if golf isn’t your thing, there’s also a welcome reception that night that is a great space to network and relax with your peers!

Day 2: Thursday, June 26, 2025

Day two is the perfect time to explore the show’s incredible trade show floor! With over 75 manufacturers, suppliers and distributors in attendance, this is your chance to see the newest innovations and insights in the industry. You will find leaders from all over the industry, like ABC Supply, MuleHide, A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply, Johns Manville, H.B. Fuller, Rocket Equipment and Lifting Equipment Solutions.

Day 3: Friday, June 27, 2025

On the final day, CRSMCA is inviting attendees to engage in a variety of high-quality and education sessions. From a session hosted by International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) about industry advocacy to a presentation from The Coffee Shops™ own Heidi J. Ellsworth about Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3), these sessions are must-attends for anyone looking for ways to boost their business.

If you haven’t already, register for the 2025 Carolinas Roofing Expo and Meeting!