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Google Just Dropped Its Trending Tech Gifts For Holiday Inspiration

Whether you're building a holiday list for yourself or brainstorming ideas for the tech-inclined in your life, Google's Holiday 100 has you covered.




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This Terrifying Google Maps Scam Is Making the Rounds: Here's How to Stay Safe

Scammers are using photos of your house to encourage you to send them money, but here's why you shouldn't.





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On Funding — Shots on Goal




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Praying to the God of Valuation




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Case Study: MicroTech's Costa Rica Facility Goes Solar

To upgrade a facility's 145,300 square foot roof with metal and solar while dealing with COVID delays, a contractor turned to S-5! to shrink the project timeline.




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Case Study: Ocean Reef Club at Key Largo

SALT Energy sought out S-5! products to install a solar system that can endure 180 mph Category 5 hurricane winds for the Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo.




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The Value of Good Character and Good Behavior

Don't ignore the problem - address inappropriate behavior early and consistently.




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Practicing Good Leadership As a Roofing Manager

Good leadership is the result of practicing good habits, from planning and visualizing realistic goals to effective communications.




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Where Have All the Workers Gone?

As cases of COVID dwindle, workers are still reluctant to return to work, and the reasons why are varied and complex.




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Ergodyne's Head Protection Expansion Goes Beyond Hard Hat Zones

Ergodyne's expanded head protection caters to workers facing hazards from worker-generated and object-generated impacts, as well as reflective sticker kits for enhanced visibility for those working in hard-hat zones.





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Dear Anna: Three Goals for Your Next Trade Show

Art Unlimited CEO and marketing guru Anna Anderson explains how roofing contractors can make the most of their time at trade shows like the International Roofing Expo and other industry events.




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IRE Session Preview: How Google's Local Services Ads Could Boost Your Roofing Business

The “Staying on Top: LSA Essentials for Roofing Contractors” seminar will equip roofing contractors with the knowledge and tools needed to leverage Google Local Service Ads for enhanced visibility, lead generation, and cost-effective marketing.




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Saint-Gobain Invests in ION Storage Systems' Earth-friendly Battery Production

NOVA by Saint-Gobain invests in ION Storage Systems to advance innovative battery technologies. ION focuses on solid-state solutions for various applications.




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SnapNrack and CertainTeed Partner, Help Installers and Homeowners ‘Go Solar’

SnapNrack and CertainTeed join forces to offer seamless warranties for solar installations on residential roofs, ensuring peace of mind for homeowners and installers.




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VIDEO: How Google Search Changes Impact Your Business

Google has changed how its search engine operates. Are you prepared for the impact on your roofing business?




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Project Profile: Victorian-Style Roof Earns 2022 ARMA Gold Award

Black Hills Exteriors wins high praise again for preserving characteristics of Queen Anne Victorian-style home while providing unique curb appeal.




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Chicago Contractor Flouts OSHA, Faces $300k-plus in New Fines

Two federal investigations found a Chicago-area framing contractor — already owing over $100,000 in fines — continues exposing employees to deadly fall hazards without required protection, defying U.S. Department of Labor requests.




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Oregon OSHA Says Roofing Contractor is a Serial Violator

Oregon OSHA fined JAM Construction $103,438 for failing to protect workers from fall hazards, marking the company's third violation since April 2022.  




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Saint-Gobain to Acquire Building Products of Canada Corp.

A deal announced by France’s Saint-Gobain to acquire privately-owned Building Products of Canada Corp. on June 12 in a nearly $1 billion cash acquisition solidifies the concern’s dominance within the Canadian construction product manufacturing sector.




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Leadership Selling: Negotiate to Win

Stop cutting prices when you have alternative options available. Bad things usually happen when you cut your margins. While you may increase your sales for the short term, you will unnecessarily reduce your profits for the long term.




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How Roofing Contractors Can Surpass Revenue Goals & Promote Business Growth

Despite facing challenges, Chris Petros of ServiceTitan says roofing contractors can be optimistic about future sales growth by leveraging technology, and customer focus on navigating market shifts.




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Is Google Maps Relevant for Roofers in 2024?

Why should a roofing company, which likely has clients who don't drive to a branch location, care about using Google Maps? The answer is three letters: S, E and O; they mean more than you may know.




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Beacon Buys Chicago Metal Supply & Fabrication

Beacon completed the acquisition of Chicago Metal Supply, a family-owned firm specializing in customized architectural sheet metal and intricate metalworks to enhance its commercial and residential offerings.




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S-5! Expands Reach with New Distribution Partner in Oregon

S-5! has partnered with Metallion Industries to distribute its mounting solutions in the Pacific Northwest, enhancing access to snow retention products for metal roofing customers.




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Czarnik Offers Recruitment Action Plan, Warns of Ongoing Worker Deficit

2023 International Roofing Expo keynote speaker Chris Czarnik offers a sober outlook on future difficulties facing the roofing industry's search for qualified workers and what steps contractors should take to ensure their talent pool remains full.




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Progressive Roofing Joins the Roofing Alliance as New Governor Member

The Roofing Alliance welcomes Progressive Roofing as its 201st Governor Member, joining industry leaders to drive innovation, workforce development, and education in roofing.







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2023 Vertical Markets Spotlight: Speech Technology in Government

Public-sector entities can improve customer service, delivery of benefits and services, efficiency, transparency, and more.




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Agora Launches Conversational AI SDK

Agora integrates with OpenAI to enable real-time conversational AI.




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Cuando el fútbol no importa: Vicente Moreno deja el cubo y la pala de quitar fango para acudir sin ánimo al Bernabéu

El técnico de Osasuna, tras una semana en Massanassa ayudando a las víctimas de la DANA, regresa a su trabajo para enfrentarse al Real Madrid. Leer




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El sistema de fuera de juego "no tuvo ninguna duda" en la jugada de Lewandowski: "El pie tiene tres puntos de 'trackeo'"

Desde el CTA aseguran que fue analizada por la tecnología y que, si le presentara incongruencias, lo habría reflejado Leer




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El pueblo de Málaga que es protagonista este fin de semana por su feria del vino y la castaña

El evento incluye degustaciones, la tradicional pisá de la uva y conciertos, entre otras actividades Leer




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La fabrica de baterías de Stellantis en Zaragoza, a falta solo de más ayudas y... del OK de China

Jorge Azcón, presidente de Aragón, da el proyecto por hecho "cuando se apruebe el nuevo PERTE y si Pedro Sánchez cumple y desbloquea el acceso energético de la región" Leer




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Carlos Tavares: el gran 'amigo' del automóvil en España al que aún le quedan dos macroinversiones pendientes

El ejecutivo portugués ha logrado convertir a su grupo en el primer fabricante de vehículos en nuestro país. Y debería aprobar dos nuevos megaproyectos que suman 4.000 millones de euros. Leer



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Galgo Corredor

      Ése es el título del segundo volumen de mis Memorias. Por fin, tras ocho años de lucha libre con ángeles y demonios, lo he entregado al editor (Planeta). Saldrá para la Feria del Libro de Madrid, se subtitula  Los años guerreros y cubre el período que va desde el 2 de octubre de 1953, fecha de mi llegada a la universidad, hasta el 1 de agosto de 1964 (con una coda), día en que me fui al exilio con el pasaporte de un amigo y no sé ya si siete o doce mil pesetas, más o menos, en el bolsillo...




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Google - Putasgae: vidas paralelas

El caso de Google Italia presenta muchos paralelismos con la sentencia dictada por el Tribunal Supremo español en el pleito entre la SGAE y la Asociación de Internautas, a cuenta del subdominio antisgae.internautas.org, donde se hospedaron los contenidos del dominio putasgae.org.




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El canon digital, a juicio en Luxemburgo

Se trata de uno de los múltiples pleitos seguidos a instancia de las entidades de gestión de derechos de autor, reclamando el importe del canon de copia privada a pequeños establecimientos de informática.  La empresa Padawan S.L., que opera en el mercado con el nombre comercial de Traxtore, fue condenada en el año 2007 a indemnizar con 16759,25 euros, además de intereses y costas, a la Sociedad General de Autores y Editores, por las cantidades devengadas en concepto de canon digital.





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Emotivo homenaje del Bernabéu a las víctimas de la DANA y crisis del Madrid: "No puedo decir que mis jugadores son vagos, pero el trabajo colectivo no es eficaz"

Segunda derrota de los blancos en Europa y segunda consecutiva en casa tras el 0-4 ante el Barcelona. "Las próximas noches van a ser largas", admite el técnico. Leer




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La mujer que acusa a McGregor de violación afirma en el juicio que el luchador le dio cocaína y la inmovilizó en la cama de un hotel

El ginecólogo alega que la mujer presentaba lesiones en su cara, cuello y cuerpo y múltiples hematomas Leer




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El Barça asalta Belgrado y suma otra goleada

Dos goles de Lewandowski y uno de Iñigo, Raphinha y Fermín decantaron el partido. Los serbios lograron empatar el duelo, pero los de Flick fueron superiores. Leer