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Expert Conversations
Uniting industry giants for a stronger future
By Jesse Sanchez. The consolidation of leading metal brands under one name marks a major shift in the roofing and building industry. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Jay Jacoby, director of sales for Fortify Building Solutions, to discuss the motivations behind this ...
An underrated career path: Roofing
By Emma Peterson. Learn about why the roofing industry might be a good fit for you. Across the trades, there is constant chatter of labor shortages and talent recruitment struggles. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with James McDonald and Maureen Greeves of Weatherproofing Technologies Inc ...
Estimate and earn with ease
By Emma Peterson. Learn how to improve your metal business with MetalVue’s Roofing Passport. Mark your calendar for February 11, 2025, because The Coffee Shops will be hosting Junny Lee and Brendan McGinnis from Sherwin-Williams for a live Read Listen Watch® (RLW) webinar! Junny, who is Sherwin-William's MetalVue marketing segment manager, and ...
Breaking the mold in metal cleaning
By Jesse Sanchez. One company’s journey from offering graffiti removal to creating metal roof cleaning products is revolutionizing the industry. Everyone in the roofing industry has a story about how they found their way into the business, often by accident. In this episode of MetalCast™, host Karen Edwards spoke with Paul ...
Shining a positive light on the roofing industry
By Jessica Bravo. Learn about the importance of changing the narrative of the roofing industry. In an episode of MetalTalk®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat with Luke McCormack from McCormack Partners to explore the importance of discussing growth within the roofing industry. The conversation focused on the significance ...
Roofing contractors speak out: Why they rely on FREE layout and quote services at Rocky Mountain Snow Guards
By Rocky Mountain Snow Guards. Roofing Contractors Speak Out: Why They Rely on FREE Layout and Quote Services at Rocky Mountain Snow Guards There’s an old saying, “Free is Good.” But in actuality, free is only good when what’s being offered for free is really good. For example, free beat-up used asphalt shingles ...
Unlocking longevity with proactive care
By Jesse Sanchez. Industry experts share how inspections and restoration can extend roof life while cutting costs. In this episode of MetalTalk™, hosted by Karen Edwards, industry experts Tim Overstreet of Gaco and Tom Portaro of NTEC Systems shared their insights on metal roof maintenance and restoration. The discussion revealed actionable strategies ...
Pre-engineered metal buildings: A game-changer in construction
By Jesse Sanchez. Revolutionizing the building industry with prefabrication and innovation. In this lively episode of MetalCast™, hosted by MetalCoffeeShop live from METALCON 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia, Bobby Mesmer, CEO of RMG Erectors & Constructors, shared his expertise on the evolution of pre-engineered metal buildings. The conversation, led by Heidi ...
Awarding innovative metal design
By Jessica Bravo. The MBMA is shaping the future of construction through metal building education with their student competition. In a MetalCast™ podcast episode, Megan Ellsworth sat down with Metal Building Manufacturers Association's (MBMA) General Manager, Tony Bouquot, and Chair of the Education Committee, John Underwood, to discuss the ...
New regional guide highlights key roofing considerations
By Jesse Sanchez. Why your region matters when choosing a metal roof — and how to make the best choice. In this episode of MetalCast™, host Karen Edwards sat down with Renee Ramey, executive director of the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), to explore the importance of regional considerations when selecting ...
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