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75 years and still growing
By Emma Peterson. The latest company milestones include a bold new shingle color and the construction of IKO's eighth North American plant. 2026 marks the 75th anniversary of IKO Industries’ operations. And over those decades, IKO has grown a lot. The story starts back in the 1950s in Calgary, Alberta, ...
When wildfire smoke reaches the roof
By Cotney Consulting Group. Wildfire smoke has become an operational concern that many Canadian roofing contractors can no longer treat as an uncommon event. By mid-July 2026, hundreds of active wildfires were burning across Canada, with elevated fire danger affecting several northern and central regions. Smoke from those fires ...
Celebrating eight decades of craftsmanship
By The Coffee Shops™. Scottish roofing contractor Bain & Irvine celebrates a milestone that reflects generations of dedication to preserving historic structures. In the article "Bain & Irvine Marks 80 Years in Scotland’s Heritage Roofing Sector," Bain & Irvine reflects on eight decades of craftsmanship, growth and preservation of some ...
Back-to-back awards success – How Scottish Roofing Awards put contractors on the national stage
The achievement of winning back-to-back is extraordinary, but three NFRC Scottish Members have done just that between 2024-2026. The NFRC Roofing Awards are a standout name in the roofing industry, with annual events held in Scotland and London each year, and whilst the Scottish awards are dedicated solely to roofing work ...
Sabine Rothschuh - Connection Forum 2026
In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Megan Ellsworth sits down with Sabine Rothschuh, secretary of IFD, to talk about the 2026 IFD Connection Forum and the power of bringing the global roofing community together. With a format centered on practical project insights, open discussion and working sessions, the ...
An exclusive look above London: The roofing restoration of admiralty arch
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Traditional slate craftsmanship and master leadwork are preserving one of Britain's most iconic landmarks for generations to come. For most visitors to London, Admiralty Arch is recognized as the grand ceremonial gateway linking Buckingham Palace to Trafalgar Square. For more than a century, the landmark has ...
Project profile: Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
By Tremco Roofing. Protecting a hospital estate from water intrusion with a liquid-applied roof. When Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust spotted leaks within the estates department’s building, concerns were that the roof had reached its end of its functional life and had started to let in water. This water ...
Protecting roofers and strengthening the trade
By Emma Peterson. A look at how NFRC is driving higher standards across the industry through a variety of campaigns and partnerships. With a legacy that dates back to 1892 and a membership that includes over 1,500 roofing companies, National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) is one of the ...
Bain & Irvine marks 80 years of heritage roofing
By Jesse Sanchez. The Scottish roofing contractor is celebrating eight decades in business and National Federation of Roofing Contractors Craft Roofer status. Bain & Irvine is celebrating 80 years in business with a renewed focus on the heritage craftsmanship that has shaped the company since 1946. Founded after World War ...
When the danger is invisible
By Emma Peterson. How NFRC is raising awareness of long-term, less visible safety risks in roofing. Over the years, our understanding of safety practices in the roofing trade has grown exponentially. There was a time not too long ago where something as simple as earplugs on a jobsite were much ...
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