Low-slope roofing manufacturer MuleHide has expanded its network of training facilities, opening a new MuleHide Training Center in Englewood, Colorado. Located at 1351 W Stanford Ave., it will give the company’s customers and associates in the West region convenient access to ongoing, in-person, hands-on training.

It is the fourth location in the company’s network of regional training facilities. Like the others, it will provide in-depth instruction in all the commercial roofing products and systems the company offers.

“Training is one of the most important things we do,” said Alisha Parker, training manager for MuleHide. “We offer industry-leading products, but they won’t perform that way if they’re installed incorrectly or used in a situation they’re not intended for. That’s where training comes in.” 

Parker continued, “This center will make it easy for our contractors, distributors and associates in the West region to get the training they need to ensure that the right products go on every roof, that the products are installed to specification, that jobs go smoothly and safely, and that everyone stays up-to-date on the latest developments in the ever-changing commercial roofing industry.”

The 4,900-square-foot facility is specifically designed for roofing training and includes everything needed to teach how to correctly install any low-slope roofing system or complete any detail. Courses begin with classroom-style instruction to provide a foundational understanding of the topic. Participants typically then watch the instructor put that knowledge to work in a demonstration before getting hands-on experience doing it themselves.

The center’s large classroom is equipped to comfortably host video presentations, discussions and team meetings. Most of the space, however, is devoted to hands-on work. Among the features are:

• A 10-foot by 32-foot by 2-foot mock parapet roof retrofitted with MuleHide’s “plug and teach” system for demonstrating and practicing the correct way to complete any detail. 
• Ergonomic 4-foot by 8-foot by 36-foot standing training tables where participants can practice completing details without bending and stooping.
• Custom-designed roll racks that neatly dispense roof membrane for use in training.
• A layout that follows lean manufacturing principles to keep the space clean and organized.

MuleHide also has training centers in Beloit, Wisconsin; Avenel, New Jersey; and Orlando.