Garland Co. Introduces Smog-Reducing ‘Cool Gray’ Roofing Granule

The Garland Company, Inc., the Cleveland-based roofing and building envelope manufacturer, has introduced a smog-reducing cool roofing granule called StressPly Legacy FR Mineral.  “We are ecstatic to lead the industry, yet again, in innovation and sustainability,” said Matt McDermott, president of Garland’s U.S. roofing division. “It is crucial that any addition to our StressPly product

MFM Building Products’ Underlayment Earns UL Class A Fire Rating

MFM Building Products, an Ohio-based manufacturer of waterproofing and weather barrier products for the building industry, recently achieved a UL Class A Fire Rating for the company’s Ultra HT Wind & Water Seal underlayment. Ultra HT is a 45-mil, self-adhered roofing underlayment for steep-slope roofing and re-roofing installations. The product features a durable cross-laminated polyethylene

S-5! Presents Industry Education and Training at METALCON

S-5!, the Colorado-based metal roof attachment solutions manufacturer, announced a number of accredited educational sessions it plans to host at 2024’s METALCON tradeshow and conference, taking place in Atlanta from Oct. 30-Nov. 1. Thursday, Oct. 31 8:30 a.m. | Metal Roofing from A (Aluminum) to Z (Zinc) Rob Haddock, founder and CEO of S-5!, and

Klauer Unveils Steel Siding Color Palette for 2025

Steel siding manufacturer Klauer Manufacturing Company unveiled its 2025 color palette for Klauer Classic, Prestige and Elite steel siding lines in an August 28 news release, saying the curated collections offer” a diverse range of hues,” from light to dark. “One of my favorites in the collection is Deep Ocean Blue, which is one of

TOPWET Touts Self-Regulating Heated Drainage Systems

TOPWET, a European manufacturer of roofing systems, presents a heated version of its Flat Roof Drainage Systems.  The heating system uses a 5-foot self-regulating NM-B 14-2 connection cable under the waterproofing membrane around the inlet perimeter. It operates at 110V, 60Hz, and doesn’t require a transformer for connection. Electric heating systems for drains use semiconductor

MFM Building Products Announces New Expansion Project

Coshocton, Ohio-based MFM Building Products, a manufacturer of a full envelope of waterproofing and weather barrier products, broke ground on a new warehouse expansion project last week on a 33,000-square-foot expansion project at its Brewer Lane warehouse. In an August 8 news release, MFM said the new building will adjoin the existing facility, provide the

Tremco to Launch ‘Rising Stars’ Program in Cleveland

Construction products manufacturer Tremco CPG announced on Thursday the launch of the nationally renowned “Rising Stars Program” in Cleveland, in collaboration with Cleveland Heights High School; the flagship program will kick off September 17. The Rising Stars Program is designed to empower the next generation of underrepresented youth aged 16-24 by providing opportunities for sustainable

IKO Launches ‘Next-Gen’ Website for North American Markets

IKO, the Canadian-based residential and commercial roofing, waterproofing and insulation manufacturer, announced earlier this month the launch of its newly designed website for IKO Commercial.  “We are thrilled to introduce the new IKO Commercial website,” said Akif Amin, senior vice president of Commercial Sales (North America) at IKO. “By offering a more dynamic and informative

S-5! Clamps Earn ‘Florida Product’ Approval

S-5!, the metal roof attachment manufacturer, announced last Friday that its standing seam clamps earned Florida Product Approvals for High Velocity and Hurricane Zone, marking a significant achievement in the rigorous U.S. construction product approvals and permitting processes. In a July 5 news release, S-5! said the certification marks “a leading-edge milestone as the first

Cornerstone Building Brands to Purchase Mueller Supply Company

Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc., the North American exterior building products manufacturer, announced plans on Monday to acquire Mueller Supply Company, Inc., a manufacturer of residential metal roofing, components, and steel buildings in Texas and the Southwest.  Mueller, founded more than 90 years ago and headquartered in Ballinger, Texas, has approximately 900 employees and a regional