A piece of legislation is percolating in Florida that is concerning for some segments of the roofing industry. HB 305 would limit some lawsuits, but the proposed language also includes a depreciation schedule for payouts on roof replacements and also… Read More
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VOC Regulations
This is an Interim Update and it will be monitored quarterly and updated on an annual basis. ERA VOC State Regulations Chart 2021 v2
John Ball Zoo’s Green Legacy Extends to Rooftops
Since 1884, John Ball Zoo’s 40-acre stretch of land has continued to flourish in the heart of Grand Rapids, Michigan. At the turn of the 20th century, the zoo population consisted of local favorites such as raccoons and deer. By… Read More
LESSONS LEARNED FROM A TOUGH TASKMASTER
Almost all of us would agree that 2020 was a bad year, and it’s good to have it in the rearview mirror. Before we move forward, though, let’s not forget the lessons that 2020 taught us. For the staff of… Read More
Roofing Coalition Urges Widespread COVID-19 Vaccinations
A coalition of roofing trade associations representing contractors, manufacturers, distributors and consultants urges eligible individuals to roll up their sleeves for COVID-19 vaccinations when available and recommended by local health officials and medical professionals. The widespread distribution and acceptance of… Read More
Project Profile: Central Roofing Scores Touchdown with Minnesota Vikings
MINNEAPOLIS — The NFL’s Minnesota Vikings didn’t make the Super Bowl in 2018, but they did score big with a new Twin Cities Orthopedics (TCO) Performance Center complex. The 40-acre training facility and headquarters is just part of the dream… Read More
New Synthetic Slate Roof Tops Historic Owatonna City Hall
The massive brick complex in Owatonna, Minnesota, that currently serves as its city hall has an interesting past. According to Aaron Fitzloff, facility manager for the City of Owatonna, the structure was originally built in 1886 as the Minnesota Public… Read More
New Roof System Addresses Challenges at Clarkson University’s Athletic Facility
How do you put a new roof on a 66,300-square-foot hyperbolic paraboloid? It takes a lot of skill, a lot of attention to safety, and the right choice of a roofing membrane — especially when the roof has to protect… Read More
New Roof Systems Top University of Minnesota’s Renovated Pioneer Hall
Pioneer Hall is a central fixture on the University of Minnesota campus. Built in 1934, the five-story structure serves as a freshman dormitory and dining hall. The building was almost totally rebuilt as part of a $104 million renovation project… Read More
PROTECTING THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT FROM MONSTER STORMS: BLOG
The twin disasters of Hurricane Laura and the ongoing Covid-19 epidemic have created unprecedented challenges for communities along the Gulf Coast. While Laura passed between the major cities of New Orleans and Houston, more than 600,000 homes lay in the… Read More