Contents

JANUARY 2015
VOL. 45 ISSUE 1

COLUMNS

Focus

Can the roofing industry learn from In-N-Out® Burger?

Tech Today

Inconsistencies between design methods used for steel roof decks and roof systems are cause for concern.

Capitol Hill

Republicans are expected to move forward with an ambitious policy agenda that could have direct implications for the roofing industry.

As I was saying …

As we head into the New Year, the roofing industry has gained some momentum.

DEPARTMENTS

FEATURES

An exploding Latino workforce offers the roofing industry great opportunities.

Things change - Embracing the rapidly growing Latino work-force can offer outstanding opportunities  to the roofing industry

A changing regulatory landscape tests the abilities of manufacturers to recreate and reinvent products to meet new regulations.

Adapt or perish - Roof coating formulators must consistently adapt to meet ever-changing regulations

Grove Roofing Services restores multiple roof systems on Erie Community College and receives a Gold Circle Awards honorable mention for its work.

Preserving Buffalo's skyline - Grove Roofing Services restores multiple roof systems on Erie Community College

Integrated product delivery is a new concept involving a collaborative management team whose mission is to attain a successful project.

A novel approach - Integrated project delivery provides an alternative to traditional construction delivery methods

Roofing contractors face unique safety challenges when implementing controls to minimize spray polyurethane foam hazards.

SPF safety skills - SPF roof system installations present unique worker safety challenges