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2012 IRE to Feature the Sustainability PavilionThe 2012 International Roofing Expo® (IRE) is launching the Sustainability Pavilion, a designated area on the show floor to provide education and resources to attendees interested in this innovative and cutting-edge segment.
Mixing Old-World Craftsmanship and Modern Building ScienceThe restoration of the tower of Independence Hall in Philadelphia has been a fascinating example of the National Park Service’s fierce dedication to preserving the building's structural elements while supplementing and strengthening the historic site with modern building materials.
2012 IRE: The Smartest Investment You Will Make All YearBegin 2012 at the first and largest roofing industry gathering — the International Roofing Expo® — your once-a-year opportunity to maximize your company’s productivity, efficiency and profitability.
Clearing Up TransparencyIf Greenbuild 2011 was any indication, transparency is the hot new topic in the green building industry.
Non-Combustible Reflective InsulationWinco International is introducing Skytech and Nest, two new non-combustible highly reflective insulation technologies with up to a 13.7 R-Value.
Design and Installation Tips for Single-Ply Roofing SystemsWhat began as a short blog for Roofing Contractor magazine on technical tips for TPO membranes quickly took on a life of its own.
Roofing Code: Section 1504.7 Impact ResistanceRoof coverings installed on low-slope roofs (roof slope <2:12) in accordance with Section 1507 shall resist impact damage based on the results of tests conducted in accordance with ASTM D 3746.
Details: Outside Corner ReinforcementSecurement of flashing at outside corners proves to be a difficult task. The adherence of the flashing material can be compromised due to the angle of the transition.
Window on the FutureEnergy codes and standards play a significant role in the United States construction market by influencing the design of commercial buildings.
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MultimediaVideosImage GalleriesThe 2011 International Roofing ExpoThe 2011 International Roofing Expo was held Feb. 16-18 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendance was up 18 percent over the previous year's show, and the show floor was packed with attendees from all segments of the roofing industry, including commercial and residential contractors, builders, remodelers, building owners, facility managers, manufacturers, architects, engineers and others.
12/13/11 2:00 PM EST
Retrofitting with Metal Roof and Wall Systems: Bringing new life to old buildings with energy-efficient applications and sustainable products
ON DEMAND: Register for this webinar and hear from Scott Kriner as he covers the features and benefits of metal roofing and wall systems. ARW Magazine STOREMarshall Gross, author of the popular book, “Roof Framing,” shows how to cut shed, gable, hip, and irregular roofs, with a non-center ridge. ARW University
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WebinarsFebruary 21, 2012
The Energy Savings Value Of High Performance Toplighting: Daylighting with Skylights
Register for this webinar and hear from Grant Grable as he covers cover how Toplighting/Daylighting has a history in lighting and what to consider when choosing a toplighting system. March 20, 2012
The Four Barriers of the Building Envelope
Register for this webinar and hear from Matthew Carlton and Joshua Kivela as they discuss design principles that generate effective barriers for combined water, air, vapor and heat flow through the building enclosure, and provide examples of how misunderstanding or misapplication of these principles can lead to costly failures. EventsJanuary 30, 2012
SprayFoam Convention & Expo 2012
Check back soon for more information regarding the SprayFoam Convention & Expo 2012
February 08, 2012
NAHB International Builders' ShowNAHB International Builders' Show (IBS) is the largest annual residential construction show in the world.
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