Western Colloid Fluid Applied Roofing and Coating Systems

The evolution of fluid-applied roofing systems

December 19, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.

By Jesse Sanchez. Why liquid-applied membranes are revolutionizing roofing in today’s environment. The conversation around liquid-applied roofing systems is changing as their role in restoration and sustainability gains prominence. In this CoatingsTalk, hosted by Karen Edwards, Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland from Western Colloid explore the nuances of fluid-applied systems, ...

Roof coatings go global

October 27, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

By Emma Peterson. Learn how coatings have grown from being a too often forgotten part of the industry to the global market standard they are today. Coatings are a huge area of growth in the roofing industry due to the benefits they offer both contractors and building owners. But they ...

State of the Coatings Industry - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT

October 14, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland of Western Colloid. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Intro: Hello, everyone and welcome to this edition of Coatings Talk from CoatingsCoffeeShop. My name's Karen Edwards ...

Virtual silent auction now open, text "DAVIS2024" to 243-725 for an auction link!

October 8, 2024 at 8:00 a.m.

Join the Davis Memorial Foundation and support higher education through scholarships! Your experience awaits you with this unique and exciting virtual tour of our Live Silent Auction! With over 45 items to choose from, including lifestyle, roofing and sports – you will be able to find that “IT” item – and ...

Putting the spotlight on the coatings industry

September 30, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

By Emma Peterson. Navigating everything from new building codes, training requirements and more as coatings become an increasingly popular roofing solution. As building owners and professionals in the field realize the power and potential of the coatings industry, it has grown incredibly rapidly. From energy efficiency benefits to extending an ...

There is no 'right' way to market

August 20, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.

CCS Influencer Greg Hlavaty says new marketing avenues are great but so are the old. As a manufacturer we may have a different approach to marketing than a contractor. But everyone is piling on to electronic marketing. Social media, direct email campaigns, inline adds in online news outlets, we could go ...

Hal Leland re-elected to the CRRC Board for a third term

August 5, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.

A Western Colloid General Manager elected to a third term, recognized for years of excellence. Western Colloid announced that General Manager Hal Leland was reelected to the board of directors for the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) at their annual Summer Meeting, June 5, 2024. Leland has been a member of ...

Beat the heat at one of Texas’s premier roofing events

July 18, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.

By Dani Sheehan. Discover the latest trends and innovations in roofing at NTRCA’s Not So Mini Trade Show. The North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA) is gearing up for its highly anticipated annual event, the Not So Mini Trade Show, on August 8, 2024, at the Hilton DFW Lakes in ...

Staying Cool in Las Vegas with the CRRC

June 19, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

By Lauren White. The CRRC Annual Summer Meeting updated, educated and inspired from the ground up. With a view of Las Vegas on the 51st floor of the Palms Casino and Resort, the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) Annual Summer Meeting kicked off on the morning of June 5, 2024! ...

Western Colloid Hot Trend of Cool Roofing

The hot trend of cool roofing

June 10, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

By Western Colloid. Here’s why upgrading a building for energy efficiency is a must for building owners. Editor’s note: Share the following information on energy efficiency in roofing with your building owner customers. How can upgrading a roof for energy efficiency make a difference? When a building has a cool ...