Simpson Strong-Tie announced that it will supply software systems and truss plates to the U.S. component industry. Mike Bugbee, a 30-year veteran with the company, will be dedicated to developing and leading this business for Simpson Strong-Tie.
GAF announced that it will soon open plants in Georgia and the Texas or Oklahoma areas to produce polyisocyanurate (ISO), an insulation material used in commercial roofing systems. The plants will also have residential sheathing capacity.
Online registration is now open for the 2012 International Roofing Expo, taking place Feb. 22-24, in South Hall A at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla.
GAF has announced a significant expansion of its efforts to support post-consumer shingle recycling. Building on the success of its Certified Green Roofer™ program, already more than 100 members strong.
Sika Sarnafil, a manufacturer of thermoplastic roofing and waterproofing membranes, announced that Stanley Graveline, Vice President, Technical Services, has received the William C. Cullen Award from ASTM International in recognition of his longtime outstanding contributions to the field of roofing and waterproofing.
RoofConnect, a national roofing services provider that specializes in emergency roofing repairs, maintenance, re-roofing and other projects, announced a new logo and new website
The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) will hold its one-day class, Photovoltaic Roof Systems: Energizing Your Business, on Oct. 13 in Denver.
Hart & Cooley, Inc. announced that Mike Winn has been appointed as President effective July 11, 2011. Prior to joining the company, Winn held the position of Vice-president and General Manager at Titus, a manufacturer of commercial air distribution products.
The Metal Construction Association (MCA), an organization of manufacturers and suppliers whose metal wall and roofing components are used in buildings throughout North America and the main sponsor of METALCON International, will present metal roof, wall and tool demonstrations at Booth #108 at METALCON International, Oct. 11-13, 2011 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Ga.