IRE – International Roofing Expo
Diversifying the industry at IRE
By Emma Peterson. You don’t want to miss the opportunity to join the industry community at IRE in February of 2025! It might seem early, but it’s time to start getting excited for the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE)! Whether you have spent decades perfecting your craft in the industry ...
Calling all roofing contractors: Submit your projects for ARMA’s 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards
Polyglass encourages contractors to submit projects for ARMA Awards Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems, is proud to support the 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards program presented by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA). Polyglass is calling on all roofing contractors to submit their outstanding ...
Raising the Roof at IRE 2025 - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Keenan Perry, Danielle Griffin and Wes Esquivel of SRS Distribution. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Intro: Good morning and welcome to Coffee Conversations from RoofersCoffeeShop. My name is Heidi Ellsworth ...
Investing in the right equipment
By Emma Peterson. Learn how Equipter is helping contractors make sure they are finding the right tool for their project needs. While at the 2024 International Roofing Expo, The Coffee Shops crew member Karen Edwards stopped by the Equipter booth to talk to Dave Beiler about their product line. Equipter ...
From workflow app to payment processor to CRM software, Leap has it all!
By Emma Peterson. Learn how to better integrate your technology into an efficient workflow that improves your company’s efficiency and earnings. 2024 truly has been a year for tech, as Melissa Megginson of Leap has observed. “I worked in tech my entire career, but this industry is really interested in ...
Shifting the perception of sheet metal fabrication
By Emma Peterson. Hear how the fabrication industry is shifting and why even mid-size contractors should consider getting involved. The International Roofing Expo (IRE) is the biggest and most influential roofing industry trade event in North America. From the release of innovative products to networking events with every type of ...
From concept to reality
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the development of snow retention software that will make these engineered solutions more accessible. At the 2024 International Roofing Expo, SRS Distribution sponsored the RoofersCoffeeShop® sound stage! During the show, Heidi J. Ellsworth hosted Ben Anderson and Mindy Dalhquist from TRA Snow and Sun. Mindy is ...
Metal roofing solutions showcased at IRE
By Emma Peterson. From Spanish tile to Mediterranean scallops, DECRA has the beauty of traditional shingles with the power of metal durability. One of the best parts of roofing conventions and expos is getting to explore the show floor and see what advances are being made in the industry. While ...
Bradley University places in 2024 student competition
By Dani Sheehan. This team proved their hard work after taking third place in the 2024 Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition at IRE. After months of preparation and research on the chosen project, Bradley University returned for another year to present in the Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition ...
Designed for contractors on the job
By Emma Peterson. Learn how Malco Tools are built for efficiency, quality and real-world adaptability. While at the 2024 International Roofing Expo (IRE), RoofersCoffeeShop® crew member Lauren White stopped by the Malco booth to talk to John Olson. John, who is Malco’s learning and product training manager, explained a highlight ...
