Industry News
Strong Demand and Tight Supply Have Caused Lumber Prices to Soar
By Roseann George, Director of Procurement, Duro-Last. A spike in do-it-yourself projects and a strong resurgence in the housing sector have caused increased demand and higher prices for lumber. Lumber supplies in the U.S. are facing a shortage as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, presenting issues for the housing and construction ...
Davis Memorial Foundation Renames Their Golf Tournament
The Bob Porter Memorial Golf Tournament honors the former WSRCA President and Foundation Chairman of the Trustees. The Davis Memorial Foundation Trustees are delighted to announce the name change for one of their signature fundraising events. Starting at the Western Roofing Expo 2021, the Davis Memorial Foundation’s annual golf tournament will ...
METALCON Launches New Initiatives
These initiatives deliver on METALCON's commitment as the source for ongoing learning opportunities. METALCON, the metal construction industry’s largest international event for metal construction products, technologies and solutions, announces a variety of new initiatives that provide ongoing educational opportunities and essential training for industry professionals. “We’ve been working diligently to ...
Dodge Data & Analytics Expects Construction Starts to Recover in 2021
Dodge Outlook 2021 predicts a slow and uneven recovery throughout the year. Dodge Data & Analytics (https://www.construction.com) today released its 2021 Dodge Construction Outlook, a mainstay in construction industry forecasting and business planning. The report predicts that total U.S. construction starts will increase 4% in 2021, to $771 billion. “The COVID-19 pandemic ...
Projects Still Being Delayed or Cancelled Due to COVID
By National Roofing Contractors Association. Survey indicates second wave of business being affected by the virus. Associated General Contractors conducted a survey of construction companies where many were reporting that their businesses are being disrupted due to COVID-19-related issues according to www.constructiondive.com. Three quarters of contractors surveyed said they had projects delayed or ...
Industry Invited to Submit MVP Nominations by November 20, 2020
The MVP Awards Program recognizes roofing professionals who are committed to excellence on the roof and who make outstanding contributions. The Roofing Alliance has issued a call to all roofing contractors for the 2020-21 Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards. The program spotlights and promotes excellence in the industry with the MVP ...
Cotney Consulting Group Honored With Three Industry Recognitions
The recognitions were given by leading business publications that seek to identify firms that are helping businesses grow and succeed. Cotney Consulting Group, a leader in providing comprehensive services designed to help roofing companies overcome obstacles, has been recognized with two awards for their excellence in service and success in the ...
NRCA Partners with Oplign to Support Military and Veteran Hiring in the Roofing Industry
Oplign's data analytics and AI technology will help roofing contractors connect with military veterans re-entering the job market. The National Roofing Contractors Association has entered into a partnership with Oplign LLC, Virginia Beach, Va., to enhance and support NRCA members’ efforts to recruit transitioning military personnel and veterans. Oplign is ...
TAMKO® Wins 2020 Top Employer Honors for Third Year in a Row
The four-state community has once again voted to give TAMKO Building Products top honors as a respected employer in multiple contests in the region. Community votes TAMKO the winner of three top awards in the categories of Favorite Employer, Best Employer and Favorite Industrial Employer in two separate four-state area contests. This ...
Can you afford NOT to Have Diversity in Your Workforce?
By METALCON. Diversity and inclusion are hot topics right now and this informative webinar dives deep into the issues. Join RoofersCoffeeShop® partner Heidi Ellsworth as she moderates a webinar panel focused on diversity in the workplace for the next METALCON Live, Wednesday, November 4 at 1 p.m. ET! Panelists include: · Tiffany Hutcheson, Sales ...
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