IRE – International Roofing Expo

Triumph in the valley: A journey of excellence and pride

October 31, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

By Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) Dennis General Contractor proudly clinched the prestigious Gold Award for their exceptional craftsmanship on the Fleshman Creek roofing project. Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Paradise Valley, Montana, Dennis General Contractors, a roofing contractor serving residential and commercial clients, completed a roofing project against the backdrop ...

Making estimating easier

October 22, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. For both contractors and distributors, material lists take up a lot of time. Learn how you can save time and close more deals using a material list generator! Estimating can be a very frustrating task. From sorting out material lists and labor requirements to calculating costs ...

NRCA is empowering all members of the industry with this scholarship

October 19, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. There’s still time to apply for the Empower All Scholarship! Learn why this is so important! The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)’s Empower All Scholarship application deadline is coming up on November 8, 2024! This scholarship is aimed at roofing company employees, both in management and the ...

EmpowerAll for the opportunity to attend IRE 2025!

October 17, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.

By Dani Sheehan. With this scholarship, you can take your career to the next level by gaining invaluable industry knowledge, prioritizing professional development and establishing connections that could shape your future. The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) is excited to offer the EmpowerAll Scholarship, giving roofing professionals an opportunity to ...

Two-day metal roofing systems course to take place at the University of Wisconsin

October 11, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.

This is the best “crash course” available for sales personnel in-industry. Metal roofing expert, Rob Haddock, presents Metal Roofing Systems at the University of Wisconsin Madison’s School of Engineering on December 5-6, 2024. If you design, install, commission, maintain or repair metal roofing systems, this course will provide you with the tools ...

Rufus the roofing robot

October 11, 2024 at 3:00 a.m.

By Jesse Sanchez. Renovate Robotics launches a groundbreaking robot designed to revolutionize roofing. Renovate Robotics has unveiled Rufus, the world’s first automated roofing robot, marking a significant advancement in the roofing industry. Debuted at the International Roofing Exhibition (IRE), Rufus is designed to automate the asphalt shingle installation ...

Diversifying the industry at IRE

October 9, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

By Emma Peterson. You don’t want to miss the opportunity to join the industry community at IRE in February of 2025! It might seem early, but it’s time to start getting excited for the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE)! Whether you have spent decades perfecting your craft in the industry ...

Calling all roofing contractors: Submit your projects for ARMA’s 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards

October 8, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.

Polyglass encourages contractors to submit projects for ARMA Awards Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems, is proud to support the 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards program presented by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA). Polyglass is calling on all roofing contractors to submit their outstanding ...

Raising the Roof at IRE 2025 - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT

September 3, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.

Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Keenan Perry, Danielle Griffin and Wes Esquivel of SRS Distribution. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Intro: Good morning and welcome to Coffee Conversations from RoofersCoffeeShop. My name is Heidi Ellsworth ...

Investing in the right equipment

August 17, 2024 at 12:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. Learn how Equipter is helping contractors make sure they are finding the right tool for their project needs. While at the 2024 International Roofing Expo, The Coffee Shops crew member Karen Edwards stopped by the Equipter booth to talk to Dave Beiler about their product line. Equipter ...