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Ken Kelly (center) with his wife, Jennifer, in Japan at a roofing company

International Roofing

What the U.S. Can Learn from Roofing in Japan

A trip to the Land of the Rising Sun reveals fascinating business practices and beliefs that could help improve roofing companies in America

Ken Kelly

November 15, 2024

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Roofing veteran Ken Kelly shares important insights from his visit to Japan to see what we can learn from their efficient production and installation practices.

Roofing Products

Veer Unveils New VShield Synthetic Underlayment

Underlayment has achieved certification to the nail seal standard of ASTM D1970

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 30, 2024

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The new synthetic underlayment from Veer Plastics achieved certification to the nail seal standard of ASTM D1970, making it one of the most reliable and high-performance underlayments on the market.

Roofing Suppliers

VIDEO: Worth Roofs Bringing Luxury Back

Supplier touts the benefits of offering products like slate, tile, and cedar to differentiate from the competition

Chris Gray

June 14, 2024

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Rob Miller of Worth Roofs shows distributors how the “luxury” roof market is ripe with opportunities.

Roofing Products

BRAVA Introduces Updated Slate Roof Tile Profile

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 13, 2024

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A2.0 version of the Slate Roof Tile is a notable upgrade to the existing composite slate tile with a distinct focus on the redesigned edge.

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Concrete Tiles

Eagle Roofing Products Names Bridgeport Blend Copper as 2024 Color of the Year

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 21, 2024

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Currently available in the West and coming in the second quarter of 2024 in the East, Eagle Roofing Products customers will have the opportunity to opt for this roofscape when choosing a concrete roof tile for their projects.

2024 State of the Industry Report

Homeowner Survey

Art Aisner

February 7, 2024

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Many factors go into determining a roof's wind resistance, from speed and direction to the design and materials used. Westlake Royal Roofing Products takes a closer look at the way concrete roof tiles are a superior choice for wind resistance.

Project Profile

An Examination of Concrete Roofing Tile’s Wind Resistance Capabilities

Robin Anderson

January 29, 2024

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Many factors go into determining a roof's wind resistance, from speed and direction to the design and materials used. Westlake Royal Roofing Products takes a closer look at the way concrete roof tiles are a superior choice for wind resistance.

Distributor News

BRAVA Roof Tile, Manufacturers Reserve Supply Enter Exclusive Partnership

Collaboration will bring BRAVA Roof Tile products in stock at Manufacturers Reserve Supply to ensure efficient shipments

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 15, 2024

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The partnership will see a wide range of BRAVA Roof Tile products available for immediate purchase and shipment from Manufacturers Reserve Supply.

Scientists at UC Santa Barbara have developed an adaptive roof tile that can adjust to ambient temperatures and save money on heating and cooling costs.

Research and Technology News

Researchers Offer ‘Adaptive Roof Tile’ Concept That Responds to Outside Temp., Reduces Energy Consumption

Scientists at the University of California Santa Barbara published academic paper on roof tiles that can cut heat and cooling costs without the use of electricity

Bryan Gottlieb

December 14, 2023

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UC Santa Barbara researchers have developed adaptive roof tiles that reduce heating and cooling costs without electronics, using a wax motor for thermoregulation.

Roofing Products

LeakBarrier NR600 Ultra Underlayment

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 29, 2023

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NR600 Ultra consists of a heavy-duty polyester fabric that imparts excellent tensile strength and elongation to this premium underlayment. IRE Booth #4532.