From the Student Competition and NRCA Awards to tailgates and concerts, day two of IRE 2025 did not disappoint! Editor’s note: The following is the transcript of a conversation The Coffee Shops crew had after day two of the International Roofing Expo (IRE). Karen Edwards: Day two of the International Roofing Expo ...
Expanded portfolio unifies coatings, adhesives and sealants into a cohesive brand family. Gaco, a leading provider of coatings, adhesives and sealants, is launching a broader identity that brings its entire portfolio under the Gaco name. This strategic move leverages Gaco’s strong market position and customer-first reputation to unify its offerings under ...
By Jesse Sanchez. Liquid-applied membranes offer a seamless, durable and cost-effective alternative to traditional roofing methods. Liquid-applied roofing membranes are steadily emerging as a game-changing solution in the roofing industry. As labor shortages continue to impact contractors, these advanced systems offer a reliable, cost-effective alternative to traditional single-ply roofing. In this CoatingsTalk, ...
By Anna Lockhart. Here’s what has been trending on the MetalCoffeeShop® (MCS) newsroom this past month. As we ring in the new year, there are new trends and news just around the corner to shake up the metal industry for 2025. This month our readers showed a great interest in ...
By Emma Peterson. Here at CoatingsCoffeeShop® we kicked off the new year in style! Check out our top five articles from this month. January has been a busy month, both at The Coffee Shops™ and in the larger industry! In the coatings industry, January 1 marked the first day of a nationwide ...
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how a 24-year-old roof was revitalized, overcoming storms and steep challenges with skill and innovation. Restoring a roof isn’t just about protecting a building — it’s about preserving history and meeting challenges head-on. That’s precisely what was accomplished with the recent restoration of the 24-year-old Sarnafil PVC roof ...
In this MetalTalk, Karen Edwards is joined by Tim Overstreet from Gaco and Tom Potaro of Ntec Systems to discuss the lifecycle of metal roofs and how contractors can leverage this knowledge to get more business. Tom and Tim describe what damage is common on metal roofs and how to ...
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 ...
Tune in on December 18 @ 11 a.m. PT | 2 p.m. ET In this MetalTalk, Karen Edwards is joined by Tim Overstreet from Gaco and Tom Potero of Ntec Systems to discuss the lifecycle of metal roofs and how contractors can leverage this knowledge to get more business. Tom and ...
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how to turn metal roof maintenance into a powerful tool for business growth. MetalCoffeeShop® has made it easier than ever for members of the roofing and construction industries to learn how they want, when they want, where they want with their Read, Listen, Watch (RLW) initiative. Whether you ...