By Dani Sheehan. Did you know that the use of fiberglass in roofing came out of a pair of accidental discoveries? John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, recently launched a social media series, “This Week in Roofing History,” on Facebook, where he shares fascinating milestones that have shaped the ...
Our Influencers program celebrates its ninth year of giving back to the industries it serves. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning websites where the industries meet for technology, information and everyday business, announces the 2025 Influencers for RoofersCoffeeShop (RCS), MetalCoffeeShop® (MCS), CoatingsCoffeeShop® (CCS) and RCS en Español. Each month, ...
Por Anna Lockhart, traducido por Jessica Bravo. ¡No te pierdas estas sesiones que tendrán lugar el viernes en IRE 2025! International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025 está a la vuelta de la esquina y los participantes están haciendo planes para asistir a sesiones y eventos interesantes. ¿Ya has echado un ...
By Cotney Consulting Group. By implementing comprehensive training, emphasizing pre-operation safety checks, maintaining proper work attire and promoting an environment of focus and vigilance, contractors can significantly reduce the risk of machine-related injuries. Safety is paramount in the roofing industry, where heavy machinery and power tools are integral to daily operations. Improper ...
By Cotney Consulting Group. Hard hats are more than safety requirements, they are a commitment to safety and professionalism. In the roofing industry, safety is paramount and protecting your head should be at the top of the list. Your head is home to your most vital functions: thinking, feeling, seeing, smelling and ...
By Cotney Consulting Group. Cold stress poses a serious risk to roofing workers during the colder months. However, by recognizing the signs, dressing appropriately and implementing safe work practices, you can minimize these risks. Cold weather poses significant risks to roofing workers, potentially leading to various injuries or health effects collectively known ...
By Anna Lockhart. Don’t miss out on these exciting sessions taking place on Friday at IRE 2025! International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025 is just around the corner and participants are making plans for attending interesting sessions and events! Have you taken a look at what exciting conversations and workshops you will ...
By John Kenny, Cotney Consulting Group. Excelling in roofing sales takes more than skills — it’s about strategy and leadership. In the ever-competitive roofing industry, sales and sales management are the engines driving business success. While exceptional craftsmanship and reliable service are important, it’s your ability to sell solutions and lead a ...
Activities include a solar technology lunch and learn and a technology panel designed to help contractors on their technology journey. Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3), a group of progressive roofing professionals focused on technology solutions for the roofing industry, announced activities scheduled for the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE). Members will participate ...
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. The linchpin of successful roofing isn’t just the materials or the crew — it’s the planning. In the roofing industry, projects succeed or fail not just by the skill of the laborers or the quality of the materials but by the effectiveness of the project manager ...