CCS Influencer Joe Sorrentino says that showing up for routine maintenance makes your business the local roof expert to all other building owners that your client talks to. Renewable warranties offered by manufacturers allow building owners the opportunity to sustain their existing metal roofing and/or low slope roofing system. These warranties ...
By Finishing Dynamics. Access an endless suite of extrusion coating PVDF finishes with Finishing Dynamics! Color can truly transform any space, which is why color selection is so critical to the success of a project’s aesthetic goals. Looking for an inspirational and energetic shade? Consider warm and inviting colors ...
By Emma Peterson. Learn about how MetalVue has grown and changed since its inception with the integration of things like Roofing Passport. Sherwin-Williams developed their MetalVue program with the goal of helping manufacturers and contractors sell more metal roofs to home and building owners. Over the years since its original ...
By Karen Edwards. Networking tips, live broadcasting and meaningful awards made the 2025 MBCEA Conference one to remember. The 56th annual MBCEA Conference brought together metal contractors, erectors and manufacturers in Charlotte, North Carolina for three days of learning and networking opportunities. The event included activities for two industry associations, the Metal ...
CCS Influencer Joe Sorrentino says that manufacturers are constantly testing and developing new technologies to balance global and national regulatory thresholds. The biggest challenge the coatings industry faces is the size and growth projections for its’ use around the world! Over $150 billion and growing with Asia leading the pace internationally. ...
CCS Influencer Joe Sorrentino says that staying in contact with the local roofing association and their government affairs committee is a great way to stay informed locally Navigating the complex insurance policies and state/local building codes and regulations is a challenge for many roofing contractors providing services in the high wind/rain ...
CCS Influencer Joe Sorrentino says that it takes a team effort to develop a successful strategy and create trust. In order to be a “value added” solution specialist (aka roofing/restoration contractor) you must be aware of the perceived immediate need (roof leaks/repairs/replacement) of the building owner versus true root cause of ...
CCS Influencer Joe Sorrentino says that technology is reshaping how roofing businesses operate, from roof measurements and inspections to estimating costs and customer service. Trust BUT verify! Artificial Intelligence (AI) should be based on authentic intelligence. Do not over commit and under achieve! And do not think that AI going away! Many ...
By Emma Peterson. Learn how the consulting sector of the industry has grown and changed over the years. While at the 2025 International Institute of Building Envelope Consultants (IIBEC) Convention, The Coffee Shops™ hosted a soundstage! Sponsored by IB Roof Systems, we invited dozens of professionals to chat with us about the ...
By Emma Peterson. PAC-CLAD panels and Sherwin-Williams' Fluropon finish help Eloy prepare for population growth. Approximately 65 miles southeast of Phoenix, Arizona sits Eloy, a city known for its history as a railroad town and its current title as the skydiving capital of the world. Eloy began as a camp for workers ...