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No GPS required: our app can now locate underground trains

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We Built a Self-Healing System to Survive a Concurrency Bug at Netflix

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You Can Use This One Setting Tweak to Make Your GPU Quieter

This might be a better solution to lower your GPU fans' noise while still getting the required performance.




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Rooftop Pipe and Equipment Supports that Deliver

ERICO® and TRUFAST® have teamed together to market the CADDY® PYRAMID family of rooftop pipe and equipment supports to the roofing market in North America.




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The Moose Hotel & Suites Debuts in Picturesque Banff with Distinctive Roofing Tile

Over the summer, the Banff Lodging Company proudly debuted the newly-constructed Moose Hotel & Suites in beautiful Banff, Alberta.




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Case Study: Reliable, Cost-Effective Roof Repairs Needed for Beachside Condo Building

R/J Group Inc. shows how offering feasible repairs in place of total replacements not only saved the customer money, but led to additional work.




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Habitat for Humanity's 38th Carter Work Project: A Record-Breaking Build

The nation will join former President Jimmy Carter in celebrating his 100th birthday with Habitat for Humanity's 38th Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project.




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Stronghouse Solutions Names Mike Hilcove SVP, Head of Mergers & Acquisitions

Hilcove comes to Stronghouse with more than 15 years of investment banking and corporate development experience, leading mergers and acquisitions throughout the U.S.




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Made in the USA: Equipter

Revolutionary tool takes roofing contractor professionalism to a higher level.




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Avoiding Financial Suicide as a Roofing Contractor

Navigating tough economic times is never easy, but don’t make it harder by not being realistic about examining overhead costs.




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Recruiting Roofers in 2021

Competition for employees will continue to grow and be a major business issue for years to come.




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A Roofing Contractor’s Guide to Sustainability

Asphalt shingles remain America's most popular residential roofing option. Here's how to help homeowners consider sustainability when making roofing decisions.




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Coatings Q&A with Huntsman Building Solutions




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Wade Shepherd of Westlake Royal Building Products Appointed to CRRC Board

Shepherd has contributed to the CRRC for over a decade, including the CRRC S100 Consensus Body since 2023 and 10 years as a Technical Committee member.





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OSHA, Noble Texas Builders, Enter into Worker Safety Partnership at Construction Site

OSHA and Noble Texas Builders have entered into a one-year partnership to enhance worker safety during construction at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley – McAllen Independent School District Collegiate Academy in McAllen, Texas.




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Labor Dept. Pushes Employers to Follow Federal Safety Guidelines During Holiday Season

The U.S. Department of Labor is ramping up efforts to emphasize workplace safety during the holiday season and providing resources through OSHA to prevent on-the-job tragedies, especially for workers in construction, warehousing, and delivery roles. 




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EEOC Guidelines for Preventing Harassment in the Construction Industry

The EEOC has published “Promising Practices for Preventing Harassment in the Construction Industry,” a guideline recommending committed leadership, accountability, comprehensive policies, accessible complaint procedures, and tailored training to ensure a harassment-free workplace. 




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DensDefy Liquid Flashing from Georgia-Pacific

DensDefy Liquid Flashing is a part of Georgia-Pacific's first foray into water management, used to create an elastomeric flashing membrane that is highly durable and eliminates the need for joint reinforcing tape.




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Equipter Introduces RB2500 Self-Propelled Dump Container

Equipter's new dump container was designed to fit into tighter spaces than its larger counterparts, and is capable of holding up to 2,500 lbs.




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Georgia-Pacific Building Products Introduces Coverboard Education Video Series

Each video in the series will focus on one of four dimensions of durability that roofing contractors should expect from their coverboard, referencing testing methods and results.




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Westlake Royal Building Products Debuts New Brand and Roofing Lines at 2022 International Roofing Expo

Westlake Royal Roofing brings together the portfolios of the former Boral® North America roofing and DaVinci® Roofscapes lines to the 2022 IRE.




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Westlake Royal Building Products Introduces SwiftGuard Roof Underlayment

Westlake Royal Building Products introduced SwiftGuard, a synthetic roofing underlayment for steel, tile, shingle and shake roofing.




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Tecta America Completes the Acquisition of Empire Roofing Inc.

Empire employs over 700 roofing and office professionals in the industry, and will operate going forward as Empire Roofing, a Tecta America Company.




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VIDEO: OSHA Guidance on Increased Fines, Civil Penalties

Legal expert Trent Contey weighs in on OSHA's "high-gravity" enforcement, saying he suspects contractors should expect to face more cumulative citations in the future.




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MFM Building Products Announces New Expansion Project

MFM Building Products is expanding its Coshocton, Ohio warehouse to increase raw material storage and support new product lines scheduled to roll out in Q3 2025. 




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Tubos Pipe Extensions: A Solution When ‘Extra Long’ is Required

Tubos Vent Pipe Extensions offers a roofing industry product designed to securely extend vent stacks, prevent leaks, and ensure code compliance, even in harsh weather.




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MFM Building Products’ Underlayment Earns UL Class A Fire Rating

MFM Building Products' Ultra HT Wind & Water Seal underlayment recently earned a UL Class A Fire Rating, enhancing its reputation as a top choice for steep-slope roofing projects.




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GAF Energy to Build New Solar Roof Testing Facility

GAF Energy plans to build a state-of-the-art solar roofing testing facility in collaboration with Sandia National Laboratories — with support from the U.S. Department of Energy — to enhance understanding of solar shingles' benefits for heating and air conditioning efficiency.




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Rash of Robberies Across the Nation Plaguing Roofing Companies

Roofing materials continue to be a target for thieves, and a recent rash of robberies are hurting productivity and the bottom line for contractors and suppliers alike.




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Associated Builders and Contractors Releases AI Construction Technology Report

The Associated Builders and Contractors' fourth annual Construction Technology Report explores AI's impact on the construction industry; insights include a case study and resource guide to improve safety, quality, and profitability.





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Project Profile: World's Largest 'Passive House' Office Building

The most energy-efficient, large-scale office building ever built in a cold climate is found in Boston, with designers choosing Elevate roofing systems for the job.




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A Roofing Contractor's Guide to Managing Heavy Loads on the Jobsite

How roofing contractors can manage weight loads on rooftops effectively, turning potential hazards into a smooth, successful operation. 




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Morgan Stanley Capital Partners Acquires Allstar Services

Morgan Stanley Capital Partners bets big on roofing as it acquires Allstar Services of Minneapolis, Minn., and plans to scale the residential roofing concern into a national player. 




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Holcim Expands Its Latin American Footprint with PASA Acquisition

Holcim announced on May 3 it had acquired Mexico’s PASA, a regional roofing and building supply manufacturer, gaining a significant footprint in Mexico and Central America.




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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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Roofing Industry Q&A: Huntsman Building Solutions

Huntsman Building Solutions offers reasons for roofing contractors to remain optimistic when it comes to spray foam roofing and coatings systems.