I like to bookend the New Year holiday with two posts, one looking back at the year that is ending (What Happened) and one looking forward to the year ahead (What Will Happen). This is the first of these two posts. The second one will run tomorrow. I ended my What Will Happen In 2023 […]

As we enter 2024, the capital markets have found their footing and are moving higher. The Fed has taken interest rates as far as they want at this time and inflation has come down. It seems that a “soft landing” is likely. That is good news for the innovation economy because healthy capital markets are […]

When Apple’s version of AI, branded as Apple Intelligence, rolls out in October to folks with the company’s latest hardware, the response is likely to be a mix of delight and disappointment. The AI capabilities on their way to Apple’s walled-garden will bring helpful new features, such as textual summaries in email, Messages and Safari; image creation; and a more context-aware version of Siri. But as Apple Intelligence’s beta testing has already made clear, the power of these features falls well below what is on offer from major players like OpenAI, Google, and Meta. Apple AI won’t come close to…

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The European Space Agency has given the go-ahead for initial work on a mission to visit an asteroid called (99942) Apophis. If approved at a key meeting next year, the robotic spacecraft, known as the Rapid Apophis Mission for Space Safety (Ramses), will rendezvous with the asteroid in February 2029. Apophis is 340 metres wide, about the same as the height of the Empire State Building. If it were to hit Earth, it would cause wholesale destruction hundreds of miles from its impact site. The energy released would equal that of tens or hundreds of nuclear weapons, depending on the…

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This all-in-one app makes it easier to maximize your Nvidia GPU.

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

Find out more about Apple's first smart home hardware.

IRE attendees can hear from RT3 roofing contractor members directly about starting a digital transition within their own companies.

In this session, learn about an exciting new nationwide apprenticeship program that addresses the workforce shortage plaguing the roofing industry.

Chicago's American Hydrotech, a Sika company, achieved FM Approvals for its Garden Roof Assemblies, ensuring reliability and eco-friendly benefits for urban spaces.

GAF's new membranes combine cool roof initiatives with the durability of modified bitumen and the aesthetics of a solar reflective bright white surfaced roof.

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.

A Beta version of JobNimbus' new app will be available to see at the 2021 International Roofing Expo.

See what Best Roofing, Roofing Contractor magazine's 2018 'Commercial Roofing Contractor of the Year,' has planned for the future in South Florida now that it has partnered up with a private equity firm. 

IKO announced the revamped Roof-Fast Cap and Base for the U.S. and Canada, redesigned with customer feedback to enhance product quality, reduce packaging waste, and include multilingual instructions for easier use. 

IMETCO introduces IntelliWrap PR, a self-adhering, vapor-permeable roofing underlayment for steep and low-slope roofs, offering moisture protection, air-tight sealing, and easy installation.

GAF Seam Tape is a self-adhering, SBS-modified tape that seals roof deck seams, resists water intrusion, and meets ASTM D1970 standards.

UC Santa Barbara researchers have developed adaptive roof tiles that reduce heating and cooling costs without electronics, using a wax motor for thermoregulation.

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

With the approval, GAF Energy's Timberline Solar meets or exceeds the High Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements of the Florida Building Code standards for safety, wind resistance, and waterproofing.

Students pursuing a post-secondary education in college or vocational programs in roofing or a similar field are encouraged to apply for the annual scholarship program.

Scott Stiglich, senior vice president of channel partnerships at Watercress Financial, breaks down why roofing contractors need to incorporate financing solutions to their business model in this exclusive Q&A.

Owens Corning has partnered with Get The Referral to offer a branded referral app for its Roofing Contractor Network, streamlining referrals, rewards, and customer engagement.

WorkWave has appointed Greg Doran as its new CFO, leveraging his 25+ years of SaaS and finance experience to drive growth and expand the company's innovative solutions and partnerships.

To help restore a historic home that withstood a century of storms and saltwater, a Rhode Island roofing contractor turned to STINGER to protect its roof from what the coastline throws at it.

M3 Roofing in Miami took on a 6,000 square-foot reroofing with the help of Polyglass' multi-ply roofing system.

A total of 10,000 square feet of roofing was involved in the Eleven project, which had to be coordinated vertically in a small footprint.

Wedge Roofing in California completed award-winning roofing work in Napa Valley in just under a week thanks to ingenious uses of spray foam and coatings.

Help honor a safety professional in the roofing industry by nominating them for the MRCA's 2024 Naphis Mitchell Reyes Excellence in Safety Award.

A devastating microburst hit West Phoenix last Wednesday evening with 77 mph winds, causing a warehouse roof collapse that trapped and killed a 22-year-old worker; it took rescuers three days to locate the body using K-9s, drones, and heavy equipment. 

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. 

After losing on appeal, a roofing company in New York State is being ordered to pay $16,782 in penalties for two serious fall protection and ladder safety violations stemming from an April 2022 investigation.

George Limbert, former Red Roof CEO, has been named Chief Administrative Officer at Feazel Roofing, where he will lead administrative functions and contribute to strategic decision-making.   

Roofing companies struggling to find the right technology to help their organization grow should use workflow maps to determine what products suit their needs, says Ryan Resides of Division 7 Roofing.

This column from Josh Sparks, CEO of Infinity Home Services, is a must-read if you are interested in partnering with a private equity firm to grow your roofing company.

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.

S-5!'s standing seam clamps earned Florida Product Approvals for High Velocity and Hurricane Zone, marking a milestone for the company.

Mule-Hide's EclipsEdge snap-on fascia simplifies raised roof edge and gravel stop installations, offering wind protection, reduced material costs, and versatility for various roofing systems.

Many factors go into determining a roof's wind resistance, from speed and direction to the design and materials used. Westlake Royal Roofing Products takes a closer look at the way concrete roof tiles are a superior choice for wind resistance.

SPRI plans to seek re-approval of the ANSI/SPRI RD-1 standard for retrofit roof drains as an American National Standard and is asking professionals for feedback; contact SPRI to participate.

SPRI has issued a white paper addressing the impact of construction-generated moisture on roofing, urging ventilation and suggesting remediation measures during construction.

Learn how to handle the top 10 contract clauses roofing contractors commonly face when presented with a contract from a general contractor or owner.

AI-enabled software from Zeitview pinpoints specific anomalies, filters information, and eliminates uncertainty for commercial and residential roofing contractors.

Roofing Services Solutions, a Dunes Point Capital portfolio company, has acquired Earl W. Johnston Roofing, expanding its Florida presence to 10 locations and 200 employees.

A roof collapse at a railway station in Novi Sad, Serbia, resulted in the deaths of 14 people, with several others injured. Rescue efforts continued throughout the night as crews worked to recover bodies from the rubble and assist survivors.

Ireland-based Orreco has developed a new app to help athletes optimise their performances.

Read more: Breakthrough app aims to smash taboos about training during your period

Google Maps goes out of this world to mark the 48th anniversary of the first manned mission to the moon.

Read more: Google Maps brings Street View to the International Space Station

The idea is to help people understand what is best to do in a crisis.

Read more: Google adds SOS alert capabilities to Search and Maps