IRE – International Roofing Expo
Clemson University students take third place at the 2025 Roofing Alliance Student Competition
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Skills, confidence and lifelong industry connections define a successful competition. Clemson University made a strong impression at the 2025 Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition with a third-place win. Bringing passion, teamwork and determination to one of the industry's most important student events, they were able ...
Bradley University students shine in the 2025 Roofing Alliance Student Competition
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Students share the importance of culture in the next generation of roofing. The energy was electric at the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE) as the Bradley University team was interviewed and shared their story about the Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition. Although the team did ...
Stay ahead of the curve
CCS Influencer Shawn Morgan says that association, manufacturers, events and suppliers are all great resources for contractors trying to keep up with industry developments. Every month, we reach out to industry leaders and experts (our CCS Influencers) to get their insights on ways that contractors in the coatings world can level ...
Unveiling game-changing integrations
By Jesse Sanchez. With bold new partnerships and streamlined financing tools, this tech company is reshaping how contractors do business. As the roofing industry converged on the annual International Roofing Expo (IRE), one tech company captured early buzz on the show floor with tools designed to eliminate contractor headaches and ...
Roofing’s new secret weapon
By Jesse Sanchez. A next-gen air barrier is turning heads at roofing expos and changing how contractors think about moisture. A quiet shift is happening in the roofing industry and if you weren’t at the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE) or International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC), you may ...
A superior acrylic coating makes its debut
By Anna Lockhart. Progressive Materials showcased their latest product, AC-1200, at the 2025 IRE trade show, offering attendees a first look at the acrylic coating’s quality design. In a conversation with Progressive Material’s Director of Technical Services, Jay Mitchell, live from the trade show floor at this year’s International ...
Bringing greener innovations to the roof
By Jesse Sanchez. A new eco-friendly roofing adhesive turns heads at bustling trade show. In the fast-moving world of commercial roofing, one standout company is drawing serious attention not just for innovation, but for making sustainability and labor efficiency their top priorities. At the Coffee Shop Soundstage during this year's ...
Roofing innovation on display
By Jesse Sanchez. A new booth, a breakthrough machine and a reminder that precision and efficiency still drive the roofing industry forward. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025, SOPREMA didn’t just show up — they redefined what a modern trade show experience can look like. Ryan Knippel, South Central regional sales ...
University of North Florida competes in Roofing Alliance 2025 Student Competition
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. The all-women team receives Best Presenter award. At the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE), an all-women team from the University of North Florida proudly competed in the Roofing Alliance’s 2025 Construction Management Student Competition and took home a best presenter award. The excitement surrounding this first-ever ...
Roof restoration made easy with spray foam
By Dani Sheehan. Learn why more contractors are turning to spray foam and coatings for long-term roof performance. When a commercial roof hits the end of its service life, building owners are faced with two options: tear it off and start fresh — or get smart and restore it. More and more, ...
