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Keeping cities cool from the top down
By Emma Peterson. How CertainTeed’s CoolStar line is helping combat rising urban temperatures. Rising temperatures around the world are causing issues for both individuals’ health and our communities as a whole. According the to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, between 2011 and 2023, 423 people had died due to ...
Good music for a good cause
By Emma Peterson. Get ready to rock out with SRS at IRE 2026! Guided by the philosophy that “growth comes not just from investing in our business, but also in our people and the communities we serve,” SRS Distribution established the Raise the Roof Foundation in 2012. This foundation’s mission ...
Faster measurements are reshaping how roof coating pros win jobs
By Jesse Sanchez. AI-powered tools give contractors quicker data, cleaner estimates and a stronger first impression with building owners who expect answers fast. Speed has always mattered in the coatings world, where contractors race to inspect aging rooftops, qualify prospects and get restoration pricing in front of decision makers before ...
Brass Knuckle® SmartFlex™ BK360 Gloves: Cold out, comfort in
The best cold-weather work glove in the world. Work is already demanding—and when the temperature drops, it gets even tougher. The Brass Knuckle® SmartFlex™ BK360. cold-weather work glove is engineered to keep hands warm, dry and productive in punishing conditions. Layer after layer of insulation protects against cold exposure while maintaining impressive flexibility ...
How AI tools are elevating roof coating sales
By Jesse Sanchez. Coatings contractors are using instant measurement tools and smarter calculators to qualify projects faster and deliver restoration quotes with more confidence. In the coatings world, speed can decide who wins the job. Building owners exploring restoration options want clarity, fast. Instant Roofer is leaning into that reality ...
Because roofers deserve smarter solutions
By Dani Sheehan. For PM, innovation is about solving the headaches that real roofers face every day. There’s no shortage of silicone coating manufacturers in today’s roofing market. But for Progressive Materials (PM), standing out has never been about making more noise; it’s about listening more closely. From their home ...
CertainTeed Introduces First - Ever Home Color Palette of the Year : Coastal Current
A collection of nature-inspired blue hues that brings a timeless curb appeal across every region. Today, CertainTeed, a leading North American manufacturer of light and sustainable interior and exterior building solutions, launched its first-ever Home Color Palette of the Year: Coastal Current. Inspired by the calming essences of a coastal walk, ...
Take the guesswork out of coatings choices
By Dani Sheehan. Whether you’re planning a small job or a large-scale application, this intelligent tool quickly delivers customized recommendations based on your unique conditions — streamlining decisions and accelerating success. APOC has created a new tool designed to make your job easier and your bids more accurate! The APOC ...
Core samples made simple
By Dani Sheehan. KARNAK repair products make it easy to inspect roofing insulation while keeping systems watertight. When it comes to evaluating a commercial roofing system, core samples are the gold standard. They give a true cross section of the roof assembly and reveal what the eye can’t see from ...
Keep jobs moving with CDS
By Emma Peterson. How CDS helps contractors manage product deliveries, roofing timelines and on-site surprises. Managing commercial roofing projects can be a complex and busy job. There are many logistical challenges that must be addressed, such as hoisting materials to the roof, timing with contractors and crews and coordinating material ...
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