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IRE – International Roofing Expo
SmartBuild Systems showcases cutting-edge solutions at METALCON 2023
We caught up with Keith Dietzen of SmartBuild Systems at METALCON in Las Vegas who provided insights into the company's experience at the show and highlighted some of their company’s key innovations. At this year’s METALCON show, we spoke with Kieth Dietzen, CEO of SmartBuild Systems, about their thoughts ...
MetalForming to showcase their latest metal forming machinery at IRE 2024
By Anna Lockhart. MetalForming has partnered with Swiss machinery brand, Jorns, to bring their newest high-tech machine to the United States market. In October of 2023 at METALCON, RoofersCoffeeShop President Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Marc Jorns, owner and CEO of Jorns machinery, to discuss the ...
From family legacy to industry leaders: Get the business support you need
By Dani Sheehan. See how this dynamic duo expanded the family business and elevated their roofing company by mastering the NRCA’s Future Executives Institute program. For Kendall and Chris Ekerson, owning a roofing company came naturally. They both grew up in the roofing industry and met working for Kendall’s father. ...
The Roofing Alliance Announces Finalists for its 10th Anniversary Construction Management Student Competition
Five schools will compete at the 2024 International Roofing Expo® on Feb. 7, 2024. The Roofing Alliance proudly announces the top five teams who earned the coveted invitation to the International Roofing Expo where they will present their proposals before a panel of esteemed judges during its 10th Anniversary Construction Management ...
Roof Hugger unveils reinforced hugger, paving the way for enhanced uplift values
Representatives from Roof Hugger shared their latest innovation, the reinforced sub-purlin. In an interview at METALCON, representatives from Roof Hugger shared insights into the success of their exhibit and the groundbreaking product they showcased there. Reflecting on the show, D.J. Highnote, product advisor and vice president of Roof Hugger, expressed ...
Level up your learning at IRE 2025
By Emma Peterson. From tech panels to building clinics, learn about all the education opportunities at the upcoming IRE show! The International Roofing Expo (IRE) showcases the roofing industry on another level. From incredible networking and community spaces to an expo hall with more than 500 booths to explore, there ...
Don't miss John Kenney’s insights to unlocking excellence
By Dani Sheehan. Mark your calendar for these important speaking sessions during the 2024 International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada! John Kenney once again provides his expertise to help you grow your business. Learn from the best at the 2024 International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas, Nevada, this ...
Get the confetti – We're celebrating the top content of 2024!
By Emma Peterson. From coating demos to industry insights, let’s look at the top content of the year. With 2024 coming to a close, some people might be considering it a perfect time to paint the town. Here at CoatingsCoffeeShop™ (CCS), we’d rather coat the town (or at least some ...
Cheers to 2024!
By Emma Peterson. As another year comes to a close, let’s take a look at the top articles, podcasts, TikToks and more from 2024! It might be hard to believe, but 2025 is here! 2024 was an incredible year for The Coffee Shops™, full of growth and hard work. We ...
CIDAN showcases their top innovative products
The President of CIDAN Machinery Group highlighted the company’s amazing machines as well as their commitment to the industry. In an interview at METALCON, Chandler Barden, president of CIDAN Machinery Group showcased the company's many innovative products, including the F32 with XSPACE. He highlighted the recessed folding beam that allows ...
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