Apply Now for the J. J. Keller SPOTY Awards

J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc., a North American leader in safety and regulatory compliance solutions, is accepting applications for the 2024 J. J. Keller Safety Professional of the Year, or SPOTY, Awards, which recognize environmental health and safety professionals and excellence in safety. Applications will be accepted through 5 p.m. (CDT) on July 31. 

New GAF Polyiso Plant in Illinois Begins Production

GAF, the North American bellwether roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, started production on Thursday at its fifth polyisocyanurate insulation plant in Peru, Ill., two years after breaking ground.  “Bringing another world-class manufacturing plant online is a significant milestone that strengthens our ability to deliver best-in-class service and innovative solutions across the Midwest and beyond,” said John

Voting Begins for North American Female Roofing Professional of the Year

Now in its fourth year, voting is open for Beacon’s 2024 North American Female Roofing Professional of the Year; the winner will receive $10,000 from Beacon Building Products, and the four finalists will each receive $1,000 to support professional development, including attending the International Roofing Expo.  Beacon invites the public to vote for the winner

First Onsite Property Restoration Acquires Commercial Contractor All Restoration Solutions

First Onsite Property Restoration, one of North America’s largest disaster recovery and restoration providers for commercial enterprises, has acquired All Restoration Solutions [ARS]. This acquisition is part of First Onsite’s approach to expand on critical services and timely responses. The financial terms of the acquisition are not being disclosed. With three locations in Georgia and one

ABC Supply Co., Inc. Opens Location in Griffin, Georgia

ABC Supply Co., Inc., North America’s largest distributor of wholesale roofing and building products, announced the opening of a new location in Griffin, Ga., about 40 miles south of Atlanta; the company named Patricia Brown as the new branch manager. Brown, a Griffin native, joined ABC Supply as part of the company’s Norandex acquisition in

Case Study: Foam Roof Minimizes Tornado Damage at Texas Warehouse

On Oct. 20, 2019, 10 twisters ripped through the storm line of North and Central Texas, making it one of the costliest tornado events in Texas history. Thankfully, there were zero fatalities reported, but there was extensive damage to property, resulting in over $2 billion of insurance claims. One particular building that took direct hits