Architects wanting to get an early start on accumulating their first Sustainable Design (SD) credits under new American Institute of Architects (AIA) requirements can take a free online course on white reflective roofing offered by the Vinyl Roofing Division of the Chemical Fabrics and Film Association.
Big Rock Supply, The Frey Company and RACE Roofing Supply have combined almost 150 years in the roofing industry to form Roofing Supply USA. The company will continue to offer the superior service, selection and value that contractors have grown to expect.
Hanley Wood named Rick McConnell President of Hanley Wood Exhibitions and Shawn Pierce Senior Vice President. Hanley Wood Exhibitions produces 12 trade shows, including the International Roofing Expo.
Toledo, Ohio-based manufacturer Owens Corning announced it has started manufacturing zero ozone-depleting Foamular Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) rigid foam insulation.
DEWALT, a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools, announced that it will not renew its agreement with Roush Fenway Racing to sponsor Matt Kenseth, driver of the #17 Ford Fusion for the 2010 NASCAR season.
The previous Web site only allowed visitors to download their product catalog. It is proactive and allows visitors to shop for the items they want; copy and reprint anything in the catalog. More detailed information is available on specific items and pictures may be downloaded.
The 2010 International Roofing Expo recently concluded its annual Space Draw process, assigning 76 percent of the show floor to 247 companies in 650 booths.
Bob Berkebile, FAIA, a founding principal of Kansas City, Mo.-based BNIM Architects, will offer attendees at the 19thannual METALCON International a new way of looking at their role in the future of design and construction.
Developers Diversified Realty, the owner, manager and developer of an international portfolio of shopping centers, contributed $30,000 toward their three-year commitment of $120,000 to fund National Multiple Sclerosis Society scholarships.
At the Western States Roofing Contractors Association’s 2009 Western Roofing Expo, award winners honored at the event’s annual luncheon included John Cleasby, who received the Outstanding Service award.