SPRI announced that it is partnering with FM Approvals to create a new standard “Test Standard for Comparative Pull-Over Strengths of Membrane Fastening Systems and Waterproofing Membrane Materials Used with Low Slope Roofing Systems where Stress Plates are Used for Waterproofing Membrane Securement.” 

The Roofing Alliance announces its newest Governor Level member, Global Roofing Group, Phoenix, Ariz. 

Metal Roofing Alliance announced that Cornerstone Building Brands has come onboard as a national manufacturing member of the organization.

Duro-Last’s annual National Sales Seminar, held January 22 through 24 at Loews Hollywood Hotel in Hollywood, Calif., welcomed more than 1,200 guests representing more than 230 certified Duro-Last roofing contractor companies.

Each year, multiple industry-leading associations and manufacturers show up to Washington D.C. to help protect and enhance all of our businesses. We've shared a few snippets from some industry-leading associations to highlight what is of the most importance at this year's gathering.

Flashing or stripping ply should extend into scupper throat, and be fully welded. Seal exterior of scupper at wall penetration. Continuous cleats are recommended when flashing face dimension exceeds 3 inches and in areas deemed a high-wind zone as categorized by local building code. 

The Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the National Roofing Contractors Association announced their participation in the 2023 International Roofing Expo in Dallas, Texas, March 7-9, 2023.

Saint-Gobain North America, through its building products subsidiary CertainTeed Roofing, has acquired the rights to technology from recycling partner Asphaltica that will allow the company to recycle asphalt shingle waste, diverting it from landfill and furthering the company’s commitment to creating a circular economy in its production of roofing shingles.

In early November, Owens Corning announced advancements toward its circular economy aspiration through enhanced shingle recycling efforts. The company intends to recycle two million tons of shingles per year in the U.S. by 2030.

The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association announced the winning projects of the 2023 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards Program.