Roofing Industry News

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

In 2020, the patio needed repairs. The old tile pavers were damaged, resulting in leaks in the outdoor spa area below

A stunning copper Field-Lok standing seam roof is showcased on the 1863 Club at the historic Saratoga Racetrack in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.

The total of the coronavirus-impact is still unknown, and might take years to fully analyze. What's clear right now is the impact to metal production—specifically steel

The most critical component of a standing seam metal roof system—other than metal panel seams—is at vertical transitions and penetrations

TPO membranes have been extensively analyzed in laboratories and under accelerated weathering conditions

Roofing contractors can benefit from the material advancements to better serve building owners through the increased inclusion of coatings in service and maintenance programs

The two-story facility meets its goals, in a stylish structure topped by a curved metal roof that takes inspiration from the boats it houses

Reimagining the historic Neo-Georgian structure Tammany Hall in New York City’s Union Square, a team led by BKSK Architects and facades and lighting experts at Buro Happold for the building owner, Reading International, have debuted its adapta...

The unique idea of an “always cold” interior pushes the discussion about vapor drive and air intrusion of the enclosure of a cold storage building to a higher level

Polyglass U.S.A. Inc. announced the release of Polystick P, an advanced self-adhered roof underlayment specifically designed for metal roofs and other high-temperature applications.

One part of the brand-new museum—the sphere—has a glass rooftop dome that required the superior structural capacity found in structural interlayers instead of standard PVB interlayers

The Big Canoe Property Owners Association in Georgia turned to a veteran-owned roofing contractor to replace its damaged clubhouse roof with something that could withstand mountain weather.

Sheet Metal Supply, a leading fabricator and supplier of formed perimeter edge materials and processed coil and flat stock for more than 25 years, moved its operation into a new and larger facility in Grayslake, Ill.Sheet Metal Supply, a leadi...

The new editions have been updated to comply with the 2018 International Building Code and are based on the standards referenced in the code.

The replacement and restoration of the historic skylight within the landmark Manhattan Surrogate’s Courthouse has received a 2020 Lucy G. Moses Preservation Award from the New York Landmarks Conservancy