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The rise of green-blue roofs
By Hannah Ford. Amsterdam’s approach to urban sustainability. Many countries are beginning to turn to green solutions especially in major metropolitan cities. Green roofs are considered a great alternative to urban infrastructure. A green roof is specially designed with specific plants to grow on the structures. However, while a green ...
H.B. Fuller reports third quarter 2024 results
H.B. Fuller Company (NYSE: FUL) today reported financial results for its third quarter that ended August 31, 2024. Third quarter 2024 noteworthy items Net income was $55 million; adjusted EBITDA was $165 million, up 6% year-on-year; adjusted EBITDA margin expanded 70 basis points year-on-year to 18.0%; Reported EPS (diluted) was $0.98; adjusted EPS ...
32 years of unmatched protection and lasting beauty
By Anna Lockhart. Learn how Tedlar® provides decades of durability and keeps buildings looking new! For over 60 years, DuPont™ Tedlar® PVF film has provided long-lasting protection for a variety of applications, including architecture, transportation and aerospace. A prime example of its durability is a regional tax office in ...
A hospital reinvented using innovative protective material
By Jonny Suchor. Discover how Tedlar® Film transformed the interiors of Shanghai Xinhua Hospital. In the city of Shanghai, China, the renowned Xinhua Hospital has taken a significant step forward in healthcare facility design by incorporating Tedlar® film from DuPont Tedlar™ into its interiors. Tedlar® is an ideal solution for ...
Cool Coatings: Combating Urban Heat Islands - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Lauren Rogers of Sherwin-Williams. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Intro: Okay. Hello everyone and welcome to this month's RLW. We are so excited to be here today to talk about ...
Explore the ancient history of slate roofs
By Hannah Ford. Journey through time to explore the transition from early Roman techniques to a Welsch slate empire. Slate has been used throughout history to create and craft roofs. It is formed from sediment derived from clay or volcanic ash. The slate is cut into thin durable sheets ...
Raising the Roof at IRE 2025
Join us for a steaming cup of insight on this special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by SRS Distribution. This installment will navigate through the anticipated highlights and opportunities that await the industry at the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE). Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the roofing scene, our ...
The Olympics may be over, but there’s still a USA team to support on the global stage!
By Emma Peterson. This November, IFD will be hosting the 29th World Championship of Young Roofers and Team USA needs your support! The International Federation of Roofing Professionals is hosting their World Championship of Young Roofers and their 72nd Congress this year in Austria, from November 13 to 15, 2024. ...
Exploring ancient China one roof at a time: Liao Dynasty
By Emma Peterson. These two ancient, wooden buildings are being considered for UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Learn about their history and what makes them contenders. 大家好！Hello everyone! Today The Coffee Shops™ are visiting ancient China to check out some beautiful, historical roofs! Specifically, we’re visiting 遼朝 (Liáo cháo), better known ...
CertainTeed announces winners for 2024 North American Gypsum Trophy Awards
The biannual celebration of excellence in drywall design and craftsmanship returns – with 6 projects in both the United States and Canada receiving the esteemed accolade. CertainTeed®, a leading North American manufacturer of building materials, has announced the winners for its 7th Annual CertainTeed Gypsum Trophy Awards, which recognizes contractors’ work ...
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