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CCS Influencers
Silicone is a tool, not a miracle
CCS Influencer Greg Hlavaty says silicone coatings are a wonderful technology when used properly, but they are not a "miracle in a bucket." A major impact to the coating and even the entire roofing industry is the improper and over use of silicone coatings. Silicone coating is a wonderful technology when ...
Looking to the future of coatings
CCS Influencer Shawn Morgan says instead of selling just a coating, you can sell performance over time. When we look at where roof-coating technology is heading in 2026, there are a few things we have heard about that could really shake up the industry. The biggest pushes seem to be around ...
Why diversifying might be easier than you think
CCS Influencer John Walker says it's easy for existing coatings contractors to diversify due to overlapping application tools, methods and equipment. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with John Walker of APOC Roof and Waterproofing Solutions. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast ...
The coating industry in 2026
CCS Influencer Joe Sorrentino shares what coating innovations will impact 2026. The coatings industry is expected to be significantly impacted by the following trends in innovation: Sustainability: The industry is increasingly focusing on environmentally friendly and sustainable products, with a growing demand for lower VOC content and eco-friendly formulations. “Smart” coatings: The integration of smart technologies in coatings, such as self-healing and anti-microbial coatings, ...
The power of proactive attention to detail
CCS Influencer Joe Sorrentino says that a preventive maintenance plan is the key to long-term performance. The fluid applied roofing market has continued to show market growth and acceptance due to many benefits, including budget maximization, logistical constraint challenges (high rise, minimal access, facility shutdown) and long-term sustainability. The challenge ...
What to watch in coatings in 2026
CCS Influencer John Kenney says the contractors who benefit most won’t be the ones chasing every new product; they’ll be the ones who understand which innovations solve real problems in their markets. The coatings industry is changing fast, and if you're paying attention, you can see that 2026 is shaping ...
How fluid-applied roofing systems are advancing performance and reliability
CCS Influencer John Kenney says that the contractors who use fluid-applied systems wisely will lead in reliability, performance and client confidence. In the fluid-applied roofing world, the past year has seen some meaningful advances, not just flashy marketing hype but tools and formulations that add real value on the jobsite. ...
Opening doors to new markets
CCS Influencer Shawn Morgan says diversifying your portfolio can help you connect with a wider client base. If you’re looking to stand out and expand your business beyond traditional roofing and waterproofing, there are a lot of coating applications to consider. Some tie directly into your existing building envelope work, while ...
How diversifying with coatings opens new avenues for contractors
CCS Influencer John Kenney explains how coatings give contractors an edge in the industry. Expanding into coatings is one of the most innovative ways for roofing and building envelope contractors to grow without overhauling their business model. Your skills, tools and crew knowledge fit naturally into this space. The key is ...
Diversification and innovation are powerful words
CCS Influencer Joe Sorrentino shares his thoughts on what construction coating applications contractors should add to differentiate and expand their business. As the saying goes, “If you do not innovate, you evaporate!” Diversification and innovation are powerful words. What do they mean for you and your firm? The trends in ...
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