Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3)
Making Roofing Sexy
By Lauren White, RCS Editor. Advice and tips from the experts themselves on how to make the roofing industry appealing to the next generations of roofers. Even though it was an early start to the day, the Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3) panel at the 2022 International Roofing Expo, “Casting ...
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 ...
Shattering the Glass Ceiling: Women on the Roof
By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. In honor of Women's History Month, we celebrate some women-led businesses in the roofing. Roofing is an overwhelmingly male occupation. Whether contractor or crew, the majority of workers are typically men. The U.S. Department of Labor considers roofing a male-dominated profession, but that doesn’t mean women ...
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 ...
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 ...
RT3 Members Experience VR Rooms and Share Future Workforce Tips at IRE 2022
Members of the Roofing Technology Think Tank started the week of the 2022 International Roofing Expo by participating in a meetup where they learned about emerging technologies and how they will affect the roofing industry. Tesla Solar Roofs The group began its meetup on Monday, January 31 with several presentations. Ken Kelly, ...
Why Finding a Tech Champion Can Lead to the Revolution of Roofing Technology
By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. RT3 member John Kiesel talks about how empowering tech savvy employees to bring technology into your company helps move the industry forward. Season 3, Episode 7 of the Coffee Conversations podcast celebrates Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3), a group of thought leaders who have ...
What’s on the Horizon for 2022, According to Experts
By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. Heidi and RT3 members discuss the cutting edge of roofing technology and how it is moving the industry forward. In Season 3, Episode 7 of Coffee Conversations, Heidi J. Ellsworth meets with some of the sharpest minds in the industry as they celebrate Roofing ...
Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3) Plans Activities Around the 2022 International Roofing Expo
Activities include a virtual reality experience and a future workforce-focused contractor educational panel. Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3), a group of progressive roofing professionals focused on technology solutions for the roofing industry, announced activities scheduled for the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2022. Members will meet Monday, January 31 at the Pan American ...
Top Things to See and Do at IRE 2022
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. Sometimes you can’t see everything at the IRE, so we’ve compiled a top 10 list for you to help make the most of your time at the show. If you’re headed to the International Roofing Expo in New Orleans February 1 – 3, 2022, ...
