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IRE – International Roofing Expo
Top October articles: Safety, sustainability and a new Coffee Shop!
By Emma Peterson. Check out our shortlist of popular articles from October. Every month at The Coffee Shops™ is a busy one, but October took it to a new level! Not only did our incredible crew publish hundreds of articles across our existing sites (RoofersCoffeeShop, MetalCoffeeShop, CoatingsCoffeeShop and AskARoofer), we ...
The countdown to IRE 2026 has begun!
By Emma Peterson. Get ready for three days full of roofing education, networking and innovation. January 2026 might seem far away right now, but with the holiday season quickly approaching, it’ll be here before we know it! And with January comes the International Roofing Expo (IRE). This year’s IRE will ...
The road to IRE 2026
By Emma Peterson. Learn how the IRE team builds a show experience tailored to the roofing industry. It might be hard to believe, but 2026 is just around the corner! And kicking off the new year in style is the annual International Roofing Expo (IRE), happening January 20-22, 2026, at ...
Preparing for IRE 2026
By Emma Peterson. Industry leaders from NRCA, Informa and SRS share how they are building IRE 2026 into the biggest and most inclusive show in roofing. It might be hard to believe, but the 2026 International Roofing Expo (IRE) is less than four months away now! For those who aren’t ...
It’s time to talk about mental health
By Emma Peterson. The first step to suicide prevention in the trades? Talking about it. Join industry leaders for a conversation about suicide prevention. Editor’s note: This article discusses mental health and mental health struggles (including suicide) that might be hard for some to read. The goal is to educate ...
Stay ahead of the curve
CCS Influencer Shawn Morgan says that association, manufacturers, events and suppliers are all great resources for contractors trying to keep up with industry developments. Every month, we reach out to industry leaders and experts (our CCS Influencers) to get their insights on ways that contractors in the coatings world can level ...
A superior acrylic coating makes its debut
By Anna Lockhart. Progressive Materials showcased their latest product, AC-1200, at the 2025 IRE trade show, offering attendees a first look at the acrylic coating’s quality design. In a conversation with Progressive Material’s Director of Technical Services, Jay Mitchell, live from the trade show floor at this year’s International ...
Roof restoration made easy with spray foam
By Dani Sheehan. Learn why more contractors are turning to spray foam and coatings for long-term roof performance. When a commercial roof hits the end of its service life, building owners are faced with two options: tear it off and start fresh — or get smart and restore it. More and more, ...
Help shape the future of roofing at IRE 2026
The International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2026 has extended their call for presentations through May 27, 2025. Industry professionals are invited to share their expertise at the 2026 International Roofing Expo (IRE), the premier event for roofing and exterior contractors. Set for January 20–22, 2026 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. IRE ...
New acrylic roof coatings offerings!
By Dani Sheehan. Contractors now have even more flexibility in selecting the best coating system for each unique project. In case you missed it, Progressive Materials (PM) launched their new line of acrylic roof products at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025. PM has been a trusted leader in silicone roof coatings, ...
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