Roofing Industry News

Before examining the different advantages of cool roofs in various climates, individuals must evaluate the system as a whole.

Metal roofing expert, Rob Haddock, presents Metal Roofing Systems at the University of Wisconsin Madison’s School of Engineering on Dec. 2-3, 2021.

The wall panels were selected to clad the building because metal best supported the design concept, performance requirements and budget considerations.

A vision and some metal panels combined to revitalize a car dealership of a bygone era into office and retail space, piquing the curiosity of passersby in Norwich, N.Y.

Sustainability is at the forefront of people’s minds these days whether it's from growing environmental concerns, or a personal long-term commitment to the cause.

The Fall 2021 edition features our Special Coatings Section! We also have a number of features on open-joint cladding systems and the use of polyiso insulation with masonry wall systems. Read on as we discuss how design and building profession...

Roofing contractors are essential workers whether in the commercial or residential market, but there’s little they can do to expand their business with COVID-19 health concerns and supply-line issues that aren’t expected to get much better bef...

Metal roofs can be adapted to all sorts of different styles and applications, depending on the client’s needs and their desired aesthetics.

As buildings have evolved, so have the requirements that have been placed on the building enclosure. No longer “just” a roof to keep precipitation out, today’s enclosure has many roles.

Green building methods are taking the construction world by storm, growing at unprecedented rates — and expected to reach $99.8 billion by 2023.

The technical document focuses on the proper preparation for the two most predominant materials used for stiffener adhesion.

The energy efficient Ascot White 70% PVDF paint finish has a high solar reflectance index rating of 83, which will result in more of the sun’s heat being reflected away, rather than being absorbed into the buildings.

Building Enclosure sits down with Jay Andreas, CEO of ASI Construction, to discuss the increase in construction materials and what this means for the construction industry.

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been a tight supply market that has many roofing contractors and facility owners considering the application of coatings and other fluid-applied materials on existing roofs in efforts to extend...

The original roofing system consisted of a single-layer felt underlayment, which was in pretty bad shape. The companies involved had to do some cleanup and replace some deck boards.

The Metal Construction Association has released a new white paper, “Retrofitting Existing Roofing with Metal.” The document details the benefits of installing a new metal retrofit roof system over existing conventional roofs.

The company’s new manufacturing and office facility in Portsmouth, N.H., constructed with insulated metal panels, reflects that bold and durable design.

The facility, which is designed to serve the broader community as much as its own employees, uses its metal roof as a calling card, because nothing says “natural gas utility” more obviously than 13,500 square-feet of metal panels finished in g...

Pikes Peak "America's Mountain" just opened its new $60 million visitor center featuring a new mechanically seamed metal roof and snow retention.

This clubhouse, with its mix of façade materials and complicated eave lines, looks like a farmhouse that has come together over the years.

Mission critical buildings around the world share a common denominator when it comes to materials installed in a crucial part of the enclosure—the roof.

Identifying the minimum requirements for meeting expected in-service loads without failure over a 75-year period.

The Masonic Temple in downtown Minneapolis, required intricate work to recreate the roof on an 1888 structure using modern materials.

Back in 2017, Allina Health Mercy Hospital had a problem. The Minnesota health care location had simply run out of space. The solution involved relocating and enlarging the main entrance, reconfiguring the hospital’s interior and adding a park...

Changes to the most recent version of the industry’s wind design standard are having an effect on roofing system design and installation.

New Detec TruGround Conductive Primer from Mule-Hide Products Co. makes effective electronic leak detection of conventional roof assemblies fast and easy, helping ensure that a roofing system is watertight and free of breaches, holes, and seam...

The 5,000-square-foot building housing the visitor center looks like an updated (and oversized) version of the farm buildings that might have been seen in the region during the early 1900s, with board-and-batten siding and, of course, a metal ...

The team selected mini clamps to secure solar panels to the standing seam metal roof of the manufacturing facility, allowing for a rail-less PV mounting solution.

Sheet Metal Supply Ltd., a leading fabricator/supplier of custom perimeter edge systems, introduces the MegaLock 2 Radius System for curved perimeter edges.

Standing Seam Shingle and Monarch Batten Seam, metal panels manufactured by ATAS International, have long been used for metal roofing. Recently, they have been adopted for use as metal wall cladding.

2021 exhibitors are invited to nominate their top metal products in a variety of 15 categories.

High-performing family of roofing products effectively reduce standing water, while minimizing jobsite waste, labor, fabrication, and installation time.

Community colleges play an important role as both education resources and as gateways to additional higher education opportunities.

The requirements in green standards alone, such as LEED, Green Globes and IgCC may lack comprehensive measures to address resiliency related to the long-term performance of the building enclosure

Armstrong Ceiling & Wall Solutions has expanded its MetalWorks Blades – Classics product family to include new standard sizes, finishes and custom capabilities.

Polyglass U.S.A., Inc. worked alongside contractor Perkins Roofing and other partners to refurbish the damaged roof of Abandoned Pet Rescue in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

S-5! introduced the newest addition to its line of WindClamps, designed to increase wind resistance for standing seam and other concealed-fastened metal roofs.

The façade consists of precast concrete and three styles of metal wall panels in a minimalist palette of black, gray and mottled browns

After removing old peel-and-stick waterproofing materials and other decaying roofing materials, the started the installation of three different roofing systems

Surrounded by the rural fields of Quincy, Wash., the new Quincy High School showcases how technology and agriculture merge

After 40 years of continuous use, the station was ready for an update. Based on the ceiling's reliable performance, MARTA once again selected metal ceiling systems as the basis of design for the station's renovation

The owner’s goal was to construct a multi-purpose building that would also serve as a mounting platform for a 28.35 kilowatt PV solar system, which would provide 100% of the electricity needs for the entire equestrian ranch property

After 25 years of service, the facilities at the Kingsville PMC—encompassing an administrative office, seed laboratory, and storage garage—were showing signs of extreme wear and tear

As solar mounting technologies evolve to improve installation efficiencies and reduce material and labor costs, often developers and installers on the job site find it daunting to keep abreast of changing technologies and adapt their operating...

The shape of the .032 aluminum panels, which resembled the original shingles in appearance, was an important factor in their choice of a replacement roofing material

The building needed to re-roofed due to the UV damage to the existing roof surface

The terminal building was designed to be people-orientated while being reflective of the Williston Basin

Sherwin-Williams announces its new Fluropon Metal Trends Color Collection featuring eight curated color families: Gold and Brass, Bronze, Silver and Nickel, Blackened Steel, Copper, Steel, Zinc and Anodized.

Historically, architects and other designers have often called for a flood test to be carried out on horizontal waterproofing systems when the membrane is under a green roof, wear-course or topping slab where direct inspection of the roof memb...

The existing roof on this luxury condominium complex, a 20+-year-old tapered modified bitumen system, was failing and owners were spending a lot of money on repairs

For the Kerack Project, the team concluded that the facility needed far more than the project budget could support and decided it was critical to provide assistance for the complicated reroofing project

When undertaking the renovation and expansion of the busiest library in the state of Georgia – while it remains open – meticulous planning is required

For five years, GCP Applied Technologies has partnered with the Weitz Construction Academy at Seminole Ridge High School in Loxahatchee, Fla. to provide needed products and educate their students

In recent decades, the enduring qualities of zinc have gained interest and use in North America

This course will explain the importance of each of these questions and offer actionable insights into roof system design that can maximize solar output and provide long-term performance of the roof system that can outlast the life expectancy o...

A 200,000 square-foot, three-story building occupies 20 acres of land, and includes modern workspaces and 20,000 square feet of patios and outdoor space for associates to use during breaks

Metal roofing plays a big role in the new venue’s design – especially in a clamshell layout over the stage that provided an opportunity for installers to showcase their skills

Metal roofing expert, Rob Haddock, presents Metal Roofing Systems at the University of Wisconsin Madison’s School of Engineering on Dec. 3-4, 2020.

ICP Building Solutions Group has launched its new Polyset TPO/EPDM Spray Contact Adhesive, designed as a portable, self-containing, single component solution to help professionals complete jobs quickly and efficiently.

The renovated Katie Seashole Pressly Softball Stadium on the campus of the University of Florida in Gainesville might have all the latest amenities, but its design pays homage to the school’s earlier days