Technology
Drones Can Save You Time, Money and Provide Extra Safety
By OneClick Code. Benefits and misperceptions of incorporating drones into your roofing business. Buildings require a variety of repairs and maintenance to upkeep their condition and combat wear and tear, but a building’s roof is the first line of defense against precipitation or any other falling objects. For this ...
Should you be Using an Unauthorized Drone on Site?
By Susan Eccles and Kellen Mathews, Adams and Reese. Why drone usage on the construction site isn’t all fun and games. Drone technology has taken off in the past few years. It seems like everyone knows at least one person who owns a drone, so it is only a ...
R-Club Gets Put on the Map!
By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. The R-Club Map, powered by Project Map It, brings R-Club to life by visually showcasing the cross-country reach of the club on an interactive map. R-Club is a community built just for contractors, giving them a place to find the things they need, learn ...
The New and Improved MapBrowser Experience
By Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter. New features of MapBrowser include increased screen space, better organizing capabilities, 3D features and more. Nearmap’s aerial imagery services are great for roofers who want to perform roof inspections without leaving their offices. They have recently updated their MapBrowser interface based on user feedback and ...
7 Geospatial Tech Developments to Watch in 2022
By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. Industry leaders predict what the latest technology updates in location intelligence means for contractors in 2022. Entering a new year is the perfect time to take stock and predict where new technologies will take us with our work. Work more efficiently and effectively ...
Why Incorporating New Tech Into Your Roofing Business is Inevitable
By Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter. Owner of Interstate Roofing and RT3 member Scott Riopelle discusses the changing world of roofing and where new technologies fit in. With all the advancements being made in roofing technology, it can be difficult for companies to keep up with the times. The Roofing Technology ...
Like Kids in a Candy Store
By Lauren White, RCS Editor. Tesla solar tile systems, model-based estimating and VR headsets had these industry professionals and thought leaders oohing and aahing. While in New Orleans for the 2022 International Roofing Expo (IRE), members of the Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3) gathered to learn how members are utilizing ...
A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply Launches New Website
The revamped website will bring an up-to-date platform and new features to make your metal deck experience one of a kind. A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply, Aurora, IL is pleased to announce the launch of its redesigned website, www.metaldecksupply.com. “We’re excited to launch this new website to enhance the digital experience while ...
How Roofing Companies Can Find Success by Embracing New Tech
By Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter. CEO of Art Unlimited and RT3 member Anna Anderson discusses the latest technological advancements in the roofing industry. The Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3) is constantly informing roofing contractors of new technology that will help them succeed. Through their exploration of emerging technologies, RT3 is ...
Bridging the Gap Between the Office and the Field
By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. How Optelos and Imagine Technologies Group provide the technology necessary to enable true collaboration. Aerial imaging and remote viewing have already begun revolutionizing the roofing industry, providing measurable models and maps from photogrammetry and making estimates for contractors easy. John Keisel, CEO of Imagine ...
