RoofersCoffeeShop https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/ Roofing Forum, Classifieds, Galleries and More! en-us The Best of for the IIBEC 2022 International Convention and Trade Show https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/the-best-of-for-the-iibec-2022-international-convention-and-trade-show the-best-of-for-the-iibec-2022-international-convention-and-trade-show Thu, 17 Mar 2022 12:00:00 PDT

By Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS President. 

Attendees will experience networking, educational opportunities, fun events and great speakers. 

Those who are attending the 2022 IIBEC International Convention and Trade Show will experience some of the best networking, education and hospitality in the roofing industry. The conference will welcome building enclosure professionals from across North America to the Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Florida March 17 – 22, 2022. 

“Our 2021 convention, which took place in September, was a success, but we’re pleased to be holding our 2022 convention at the normal time in the spring,” said Brian Pallasch, executive vice president and chief executive officer at IIBEC. “IIBEC members are looking forward to the networking, educational opportunities and great speakers that make our international convention and trade show the premier event for building enclosure consultants and industry professionals.” 

“Exhibitors are excited to be returning to in-person events like the 2022 IIBEC International Convention and Trade Show,” said Karen McElroy, vice president of events at IIBEC. “We know the strong interest we’re seeing among exhibitors will be matched by the interest in their products and services among the building enclosure professionals who will attend the trade show.” 

Several RoofersCoffeeShop partners will be at the show including: 

  1. Duro-Last 819 

  1. SOPREMA 713 

  1. EVERROOF 417 

  1. FlashCo 908 

  1. Metal-Era 332 

  1. S-5! 626 

  1. Sika 600, 601 

  1. Western Colloid 514 

  1. Leister 110 

  1. ATAS International 411 

  1. CertainTeed  821 

  1. IB Roof Systems 229 

  1. Johns Manville  201 

  1. Master Builders Solutions  518 

  1. ROCKWOOL  501 

  1. Roof Hugger 415 

  1. National Women in Roofing (NWiR)  113 

  1. Nations Roof 106 

  1. National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) 316 

  1. Single Ply Roofing Institute (SPRI) 215 

In addition, Johns Manville will be hosting a hospitality event to celebrate their 50th Bursi Anniversary on March 18, 2022, from 7:15 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at Conway Room, Rosen Shingle Creek Resort. There will be cocktails and appetizers served during the reception. They are excited to celebrate their 50th Anniversary for the BURSI Program and would love to hear any stories attendees may have to share from attending past BURSI events. Be sure to RSVP here. 

According to IIBEC, the education will be off the charts, “Those looking to boost their continuing education hours (CEHs) at the show will earn 2.0 CEHs for spending up to four hours on the trade show floor and 3.0 CEHs for spending more than four hours at the trade show. The convention also includes more than 17 hours of live, in-person educational seminars. Kicking off the educational content on Friday, March 18 is an auxiliary seminar, “Florida’s High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) Product-Approval Process,” presented in three sections: the history of the Florida Building Code’s HVHZ section; Miami-Dade product-control requirements for fenestration and cladding components and systems; and Miami-Dade product-control requirements for roofing components and systems.” 

The opening general session will feature Duncan Wardle, founder of iD8 & innov8, who will share how he created magical consumer experiences while head of innovation and creativity at Disney, and how his unique Design Thinking process can help embed a culture of innovation into today’s workforce. 

Whether you are already attending or still thinking about attending, there is time to register and make a great plan for the 2022 IIBEC International Convention and Trade Show. Simply visit their website for full event details. 

Learn more about IIBEC in their RoofersCoffeeShop Directory or visit iibec.org

]]> Top Things to See and Do at IRE 2022 https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/top-things-to-see-and-doat-ire-2022 top-things-to-see-and-doat-ire-2022 Sat, 22 Jan 2022 15:00:00 PST

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. 

Sometimes you can’t see everything at the IRE, so we’ve compiled a top 10 list for you to help make the most of your time at the show. 

If you’re headed to the International Roofing Expo in New Orleans February 1 – 3, 2022, there are many cools and exciting events, products, classes and more to attend. It’s just not possible to be in all places at one time so the crew here at RCS wanted to give you a little bit of help with what we think are the can’t-miss opportunities at this year’s show.  

Product innovations 

Watts Removal Products – This is like the magic eraser for roofing contractors. It works on brick, stone, concrete, metal, painted surfaces, plastic and acrylics. It removes graffiti, rust stains, paint overspray, adhesive and more. They even have a unique partnership with Sherwin-Williams that ensures the product won’t void any warranties. Visit them and get a demo in the Sherwin-Williams booth 1831.  

Geocel Phantom™ – Speaking of Sherwin-Williams, you need to see their innovative Geocel Phantom roof sealant while you’re in booth 1831. The product features six translucent, customizable colors that allow any panel color to shine through and blend with the surface for a great look and superior protection – saving you time and money. 

FlashCo – While their prefabricated accessories aren’t new, they have rolled out some new programs that can save you time and frustration. The FlashCo Edge takes the confusion out of getting flashing and accessories. Simply send them your list and they take care of the rest. See them in booth 1845 to learn how they can help you save time and labor! 

PABCO Cascade™ Signature Cut Shingles – An asphalt shingle that complements historical style? PABCO’s unique and distinguished Cascade diamond-shaped shingle is the perfect choice for historical-style homes. The exclusive U.S. patented design has a style that honors a home’s heritage. Stop by booth 2031 to see the beauty of these shingles for yourself.  

Jobba – This powerful roofing technology platform is designed to help commercial roofing contractors and larger community roofers generate new business, build stronger customer relationships, and save valuable time by automating manual processes. They make it easy to grow your service department with their recently released customer portal that streamlines communications between you and your clients. Visit them and get a demo in booth 719. 

TAMKO Edge™ – The TAMKO Edge has raised the bar when it comes to contractor rewards programs. They have opened it to non-certified TAMKO contractors who are now eligible for cash rewards. They have also expanded the rewards for certified contractors. Be sure to visit booth 3129 to learn how to take advantage of this new program enhancement. 

Can’t-miss events 

Coffee Conversations Live – From the RCS Sound Stage on the show floor, you won’t want to miss the conversations happening in booth 249. Hear from leading industry professionals about what’s hot in roofing and what’s coming in 2022. Stop by February 1 and 2 at 1 p.m. CT to join in.  

Roofing Alliance Student Competition – See the future of the roofing industry in action as five teams compete in the oral presentation portion of the competition on Wednesday, February 2 at 8 a.m. The Four Points Sheraton Hotel located on Bourbon Street in New Orleans is the project for this year’s competition. Finalists include teams from California Polytechnic University, Clemson University, Colorado State University, Texas A&M University and the University of Florida.  

First-time attendees reception – Sponsored by your friends at RoofersCoffeeShop, the first-time attendees’ reception is a friendly event to meet people, network and learn how to maximize your attendance at the IRE. Immediately following the event is the much-loved welcome party. Both events are being held at Mardi Gras World and begin at 5:30 p.m. on February 1.  

Future workforce educational panel – Don’t miss this session featuring contractors who are also members of the Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3) as they share how they are creating a pipeline for the future workforce of the roofing industry. From multi-organizational apprenticeship programs to working with youth from schools who don’t want to pursue college to getting involved in the community and developing in-house training opportunities, these contractors will share what they are doing, how they got started and tips for success.  

Be part of industry research 

Each year for the past four years, the RoofersCoffeeShop crew has conducted a survey and developed a trends report that shows what is happening in the roofing industry. This year’s survey is sponsored by our friends at Beacon. It’s easy to participate.! We ask about 20 questions that provide insight into materials, labor challenges, hiring practices, technology and more.  

While you’re at IRE, swing by the RCS booth 249 and pick up a card with a QR code link to the survey. The first 100 respondents get a $10 Amazon gift card and EVERYONE who completes the survey receives $50 toward RCS Classified ads.  

Get the full scoop on what’s happening at IRE and access discounted rates at our IRE 2022 countdown page, sponsored by Leister.  

]]> RoofersCoffeeShop® Will Be at IRE 2022, Will You? https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/rooferscoffeeshop-will-be-at-ire-2022-will-you rooferscoffeeshop-will-be-at-ire-2022-will-you Mon, 17 Jan 2022 18:00:00 PST

By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter.  

IRE promises to be one of the biggest events of the year, check out who will be at the expo! 

This year’s International Roofing Expo (IRE) promises many exciting events, products, classes and more. The expo will take place February 1-3 in New Orleans at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.  

RoofersCoffeeShop® will be on the beat, sharing information and broadcasting live on YouTube. Additionally, you will find President Heidi J. Ellsworth moderating a panel on how to work with young people who are interested in roofing. The session takes place Tuesday at 7:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. CT 

The Coffee Shop will join many great manufacturers, distributors and associations as they share new ideas with roofing contractors. Make sure you stop by our booth, number 249, and visit our RoofersCoffeeShop partners too:  

Don’t miss out, register today for IRE 2022!

]]> Enhanced Quality Management With Leister's UNIROOF 700 Featuring LQS https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/enhanced-quality-management-with-leisters-uniroof-700-with-lqs enhanced-quality-management-with-leisters-uniroof-700-with-lqs Thu, 09 Dec 2021 14:00:00 PST

The Leister Quality System (LQS) lets contractors take control of welding parameters all while documenting the process in a data report.

The revolutionary UNIROOF 700 automatic roof welding machine, developed at Leister Technologies AG in Switzerland, effortlessly welds thermoplastic membranes on flat and inclined roofs (up to 30 degrees). The UNIROOF 700 has raised the bar in quality assurance across the roofing industry with its one-of-a-kind features. This includes the Leister Quality System (LQS), Monitored Welding Assistant, Recipe Management and more. LQS is the advanced technology that gives contractors complete control of key welding parameters (speed, temperature and air volume) while documenting the welding process as an auto-generated data report. This service is referred to as, "LQS Roofing" and can be used via the myLeister app.

Documented Welding Data Report

LQS records data from each welded seam and transfers information to a mobile device utilizing the myLeister app. Users synchronize the data to a cloud-based account where the report containing key welding data can be reviewed, saved and shared as a PDF or CSV file. This allows contractors the opportunity to further validate the quality of their workmanship, setting them apart from their competition and establishing a new standard in quality assurance across the industry.

Monitored Welding Assistant for increased quality

The Monitored Welding Assistant increases quality assurance in real-time: The electronic assistant instantaneously issues an acoustic warning sound and the digital display flashes in bright red if the actual welding parameters deviate from the set welding parameters. This feature allows the operator to take immediate corrective action, which includes weld quality inspection, checking machine operating status and ensuring proper welding conditions. As an additional protective measure, the available Stop Device on Alert feature will automatically initiate machine shut down if corrective actions are not taken.

Welding Recipe Management

In addition to the factory pre-set parameters available in the UNIROOF 700 menu, owners can create, store and transfer custom welding parameter recipes from within the myLeister app. Depending on material and ambient conditions, recipes can be easily accessed and changed from the display menu. After selection, Leister recommends performing test welds to verify weld quality.

Advantages of the UNIROOF 700 at a glance

  • Documented weld quality utilizing LQS and the LQS Roofing Service (free trial)

  • Improved quality assurance by means of the Monitored Welding Assistant

  • Manage custom welding recipes via the myLeister app

  • Power management system for consistent welding results, even in certain undervoltage conditions

  • Enhanced nozzle design to ensure uniform results under a greater range of speeds and temperatures

  • ECO Mode: Saving up to 30% on energy consumption

  • LiveView via myLeister app to check the welding parameters on your smartphone or tablet

  • Software updates, making the UNIROOF 700 a safe, long-term investment

The UNIROOF 700 is available starting November 2021. With its compact design, adjustable transport axle, ergonomic handling, and new quality management features, the UNIROOF 700 is ideally suited for welding all types of single-ply thermoplastic roof membranes and sets a new standard in the roofing industry.

About Leister Technologies AG

For over 70 years, the Swiss company Leister Technologies AG has been a worldwide market and technology leader for plastic welding equipment and hot-air technologies across a wide variety of industries.

For additional information on the subscription-based LQS Roofing Service, visit us at: https://www.leister.com/en/Services/myServices

]]> Succession Planning in the Group Management of the Leister Group https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/succession-planning-in-the-group-management-of-the-leister-group succession-planning-in-the-group-management-of-the-leister-group Fri, 12 Feb 2021 10:00:00 PST

By Christiane Leister, Chairperson of the Board Leister AG, Leister Switzerland.

For succession reasons the Board of Directors has appointed Martin Zingg as the new Group CEO of the Leister Group as of April 1, 2021.

At the same time, the current CEO, Beat Mettler, will be elected as a member of the Board of Directors of the Leister AG.

With Martin Zingg it has been possible to find a highly qualified and internationally experienced successor for the long-standing CEO Beat Mettler. In his function as CCO, Martin Zingg has been a member of the Executive Management of the Leister Group since 2019. During this time Martin Zingg has familiarized himself with various topics in Switzerland and abroad and gained experience in working with the Board of Directors. With this experience Martin Zingg has all the prerequisites to successfully continue the growth strategy of the Leister Group.

At his own request Beat Mettler will hand over his CEO function to Martin Zingg on April 1, 2021 after 17 successful years in the Leister Group and will use his experience to help shape and accompany the further development of the Group. The shareholders and the Board of Directors welcome the internal succession plan at the top of the Group and Beat Mettler's willingness to accept the election to the Board of Directors. This ensures the continuation of the Group's long-term strategy of expanding the global market position and maintaining the financial independence of the Leister Group.

Learn more about Leister in their RCS directory.

About Leister

For over 70 years, Leister has been the global leader in plastic welding and industrial hot-air applications. Whether you're welding PVC, TPO or Modified Bitumen membranes, the performance and reliability of our products makes Leister the preferred choice of professional roofing contractors worldwide.

]]> Plastic Welding at its Most Versatile https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/plastic-welding-at-its-most-versatile plastic-welding-at-its-most-versatile Thu, 20 Aug 2020 18:00:00 PDT

By Leister.

TRIAC AT from Leister is the heat gun you’ve been waiting for.

For all those who process or weld plastic regularly, the TRIAC AT from Leister is a handy tool that you will want in your toolbox. This versatile tool has several diverse applications, and its range of usefulness easily outshines other heat guns. A handful of TRIAC AT’s applications are listed below:

  • Welding plastic membranes on flat and pitched roofs

  • Welding plastic flooring

  • Sealing of water reservoirs and welding geomembranes in underground engineering

  • Plastic welding in container construction

  • Car wrapping 

  • Color and paint removal and adhesive activation

  • Shrink cables and packaging films

  • Molding and fitting plastics, e. g. molding prosthetics in the medical industry

  • Smoothing and stretching sensitive materials, including leather, synthetic leather and plastic coatings, e. g. vehicle interiors in the automotive sector

  • Welding plastic protective coverings, tarpaulins and advertising banners

And the list goes on and on. In short: You need the TRIAC AT wherever plastic is heated, shrunk, molded and welded together.

In this blog post, we’ll discuss all the features of your Leister heat gun. If you still haven’t purchased your TRIAC AT, then it’s about time.

What makes the TRIAC AT stand out from the crowd?

Three words that describe the TRIAC AT perfectly: handy, robust, dependable. Of course, it’s also practical, versatile, lightweight, ergonomic, digital, economical, environmentally friendly, powerful, suitable for construction sites, safe and so forth. In other words, the perfect heat gun for long lasting indoor and outdoor work on all types of job sites and in various industries.

Lightweight with soft touch handle

Everyone who has worked with the TRIAC AT for long periods appreciate its light weight of less than a kilo and its ergonomic, soft-touch handle. It’s a perfect fit in your hand and makes working for long periods easy.

Key lock with e-drive knob

You may already be familiar with this in other heat guns: Just set the ideal work parameters on the heat gun (temperature and air volume) and it is ready to go. If you accidentally move a knob and everything has been reset incorrectly, it can be annoying and waste time. To ensure that this doesn’t happen to you, your TRIAC AT comes with a key lock. After the settings have been made, simply activate the key lock with the e-drive knob and nothing will get interrupted.

Voltage control

The quality of your weld not only depends on you mastering your skills, but also your material, environment and voltage. To ensure control while working, your TRIAC AT indicates the current mains voltage at the press of a button on the display.

Actively cooled protective tube for increased safety while working

A heat gun, as the name suggests, can get very hot. Your TRIAC AT generates heat with temperatures rising up to 620 °C, which is enough to burn yourself. To make sure this doesn’t happen, it comes with an actively cooled protection tube to prevent any burns while working.

Robust air filter 

The TRIAC AT has two air filters. These are required for optimum air supply and maximum power. The air filters also protect your TRIAC AT from humidity, dust and dirt. Every now and then it’s your job to clean both of these filters. This requires no great effort because they are easily removed and cleaned.

Eco mode

Are environmentally friendly and low-energy tools and machines important for you? They are for us as well. This is why the TRIAC AT is now equipped with the energy-saving, ECO mode. If you happen to have a SOLANO AT, then you know this already. The ECO mode on the TRIAC AT also works using a sensor that knows when you are taking a break from working. If you put your TRIAC AT down, then this sensor switches to ECO mode and uses 40% less energy. The time delay until the TRIAC AT goes into eco mode is 5 to 60 seconds. When you no longer need to use the TRIAC AT, it turns off completely in a period that can be selected anywhere from a minute to an hour. You can easily configure this time yourself to suit your own requirements.

Pay attention! If ECO mode is always activated on your TRIAC AT, then there is also another major benefit: Your TRIAC AT virtually lives forever. OK, we mustn’t exaggerate, but the already long life of the TRIAC AT increases by up to 10% when ECO mode is on.

Your expert contact

If you have questions about the TRIAC AT or need advice regarding heat guns, please contact Rene Meier. He is our expert on all Leister heat guns and is happy to assist you. You can contact him at rene.meier@leister.com.

New accessory for the TRIAC AT (coming soon)

You will soon be able to solder with your TRIAC AT (expected end of August). That is particularly good news for all roofers who also enjoy sheet-metal work. More on this in our next blog post. We’ll post on Facebook and LinkedIn when it’s ready.

Learn more about Leister in their RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory.

Original article source: Leister

]]> Quality and Precision with the UNIROOF AT https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/quality-and-precision-with-the-uniroof-at quality-and-precision-with-the-uniroof-at Wed, 27 May 2020 14:00:00 PDT

By Leister.

As plastic welding continues gaining popularity, learn the many advantages of using an automatic welding machine.

UNIROOF AT is an automatic welding machine for thermoplastic membranes that delivers high-quality, precise welds. As more companies realize the numerous benefits of using this type of membrane as opposed to bituminous membranes, the segment continues to grow, as does the popularity of UNIROOF AT for waterproofing thermoplastic roofing membranes.

The Use of Fire? No Need

There are different types of bituminous membranes on the market and various installation techniques. Some membranes have an adhesive surface, others require the application of adhesives or the use of hot air to weld between sheets. However, the most common laying technique involves the use of open flame (propane gas cylinder and burner).

This technique comes with significant risks and potential for accidents or fires. As evidence, several European countries have intervened and regulated the use of open flames on the roof. In some cases, even going so far as to prohibit the use near the edges of the roof itself. It's not our intention to open a debate here on the long-standing issue with bituminous membranes. In fact, we are witnessing a market trend to qualify and equip ourselves for waterproofing thermoplastic materials (mainly PVC and TPO). UNIROOF AT is one of the automatic welding machines in Leister's line of tools that is most appreciated by those who approach the world of thermo-plastic roofing materials.

It's easy to use and the operator is able to perform perfect welds in a very short time, minimizing the risk for errors. The potential for errors is typically higher in situations with repetitive, manual work. Additionally, welding thermoplastic membranes with UNIROOF does not involve flames. The temperature required to weld the material, like the other welding parameters, is easily controlled by the operator through a practical, digital display (for the UNIROOF AT model) or through a potentiometer (for UNIROOF ST). Thanks to the display showing the voltage, it's easy to ensure that the tool is working under optimal conditions.

Reliability

Another advantage of using thermoplastic membranes is that they can be welded with automatic welding machines like UNIROOF. Unlike laying bituminous membranes, which must be done by hand, automatic welding offers high quality and precision. UNIROOF AT requires no manual operation since the tool enables the user to weld near parapets (up to 100 mm distance), in narrow spaces and even inside gutters, thanks to the space of the small, rear trolley (only 200 mm).

The rear trolley can also be pushed sideways, eliminating the risk of "wandering" onto an uneven surface. Removing manual work, in addition to the time and money-saving benefits, leads to greater reliability of the welds and therefore better quality of the waterproofing.

Efficient and Lightweight

Compared to traditional bituminous membranes, modern thermoplastic membranes also have another advantage: they weigh much less. Although their thickness is half that of bituminous versions, thermoplastic membranes have excellent waterproofing properties, capable of remaining unaltered.

Additionally, they are able to guarantee better environmental conditions inside buildings and consequently greater energy savings. Thanks to surfaces with high solar reflectance and high thermal emissivity (cooler roof), most of the energy from the sun's rays is reflected in the atmosphere instead of heating the roof and the internal temperature of the building.

A Facilitated Approach

Those who have never laid waterproof thermoplastic roofing membranes will find the UNIROOF very helpful for this new technique. Its ergonomic and lightweight characteristics, combined with an intuitive operation, make UNIROOF ideal for an initial approach to this type of waterproofing. Compared to most welders, UNIROOF is easier to handle, with its lightweight design at 17 kg.

It's ideally suited for small-medium surfaces, both flat and sloping. Additionally, UNIROOF is capable of reaching speeds up to 3m/min for 1.8mm thick membranes. UNIROOF is the ideal addition to larger automatic welders (VARIMAT V2 for larger roofs) since it can be utilized in smaller spaces, on or at parapets and more.

Safety Control

The linear design of the UNIROOF makes it easy to handle in all conditions, allowing you to dodge obstacles, without compromising safety. Leister has also paid great attention to the reliability aspect: UNIROOF has sealed electronic boards to offer the best protection against humidity and dust. In addition, both the feed motor and the blower motor are brushless and therefore require very little maintenance.

Learn more about Leister in their RCS directory.

Original article source: Leister

]]> LEISTER's UNIDRIVE 500 closes the gap between hand and automatic welding https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/leisters-unidrive-500-closes-the-gap-between-hand-and-automatic-welding leisters-unidrive-500-closes-the-gap-between-hand-and-automatic-welding Thu, 30 Jan 2020 10:00:00 PST

By Leister.

We have good news for roofers that have welded roofs by hand.

The new UNIDRIVE 500 from LEISTER makes life easier with its semi-automatic, hot-air welding machine that combines hand and automatic welding in one, compact device. Weld two to three times faster than traditional hand welding when working close to the edge, areas with limited space and more.

Welding flat and pitched roofs

The UNIDRIVE 500s overlap technology enables the tool to weld all thermoplastic geomembranes, e.g. polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO). In addition to welding various thermoplastic membranes, you are able to weld flat or pitched roofs with ease.

Weld close to the edge and in small spaces

Our development team has come up with something special so that you no longer have to worry about the difficulties of welding close to the edge or in small spaces: a rotating nozzle and dual drive. Watch the video to see how it works.

UNIDRIVE 500 redefines hand welding and excels in areas that were otherwise a problem for roofers, e.g. welding on or at the parapet, skylight domes, head laps, connections or small terraces.

Optimal pressure, low-maintenance and fast

Guided by two handles, you're able to apply optimal pressure for all basic welds without exhausting yourself. The UNIDRIVE 500s brushless motors require very little maintenance, keeping you as productive as possible. Additionally, this semi-automatic welder enables weld speeds that are two to three times faster than traditional hand welding. If you're curious to see how the UNIDRIVE 500 performs, contact us to test it and see the results for yourself.

Unmatched by the competition - thanks to its rotating nozzle and dual direction welding capabilities

The UNIDRIVE 500 is easy to operate thanks to its intuitive user guidance; You can change the drive direction from left to right (or vice versa) in no time at all.

A specially developed sensor ensures constant parameters, enabling you to achieve thorough and high-quality welds, even at low voltages. Additionally, the UNIDRIVE 500s digital display ensures that the you have everything under control while welding.

UNIDRIVE 500s Unbeatable Advantages

  • Guided by two ergonomic handles, you can apply the perfect amount of pressure while welding, without tiring yourself.

  • Equipped with a sensor to ensure constant parameters are met at all times. This enables you to achieve the best welding quality, even at low voltages.

  • Weld two to three times faster than traditional hand welding.

  • The dual drive allows you to change the welding direction from left to right (or vice versa) in seconds.

  • With its lightweight (9.9 lbs.) and compact size, the UNIDRIVE 500 is easy to handle and transport.

  • You don't have to worry about which nozzle to use because its rotating, chrome steel nozzle is suitable for all welding applications.

  • Its brushless motors reduce maintenance costs.

  • Intuitive user guidance makes it easy to operate.

Learn more: www.leister.com/unidrive500

Original article source: Leister

]]> Dallas, Texas is the Place to be February 4-6 https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/dallas-texas-is-the-place-to-be-february-4-6 dallas-texas-is-the-place-to-be-february-4-6 Sun, 19 Jan 2020 10:00:00 PST

By Lauren White, RCS Reporter.

The International Roofing Expo® will be filled with special events, competitions, opportunities to learn new skills, and the first ever female keynote speaker.

Make sure you’re in Dallas, Texas on February 4-6, 2020 for the International Roofing Expo (IRE).  Sponsored by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), this year's expo will be held at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center.  For three days, roofing professionals will network, learn about new products and techniques, and attend special events.

Reid Ribble, NRCA CEO, urges people to attend, stating, “This is a single, most important event for roofing contractors to attend.  Not only is it packed full with educational conferences and information for your business, but it’s also packed full on the exhibit floor where you can visit over 500 companies showing the latest equipment and materials that will make your business more profitable and better for your consumers.  Make sure you’re here.”

This is the industry’s largest event!  Join more than 14,000 roofing professionals from over 65 countries to learn about the best practices and latest technologies that will help improve your skills and help grow your business.  There are over 44 educational sessions, totaling 66 hours of course selections ranging from workplace safety to green building, from money matters to legal and human resources, from leadership and management to sales and services, and more.  With nearly 500 exhibiting companies, attendees will be able to explore thousands of products. There’s something for everyone at the IRE.

Attendees will make connections with: residential and commercial contractors, remodelers, distributors, estimators, specifiers, architects, engineers, guilders, and manufacturers.  And for those coming a day early, join Rebuilding Together North Texas for the 11th annual community service day.  You’ll be able to give back to the local community by helping repair and renovate homes of low-income homeowners in need.

You won’t want to miss the student competition.  This is a hallmark event promoting careers in roofing industry management.  This competition is based on a real-life project where the IRE is held— this year the Dallas Cowboys Training Facility.  The five construction management school finalists will be competing and demonstrating their roofing knowledge, construction management skills, in addition to their presentation and time management skills.  Students will participate in the competition, visit with Roofing Alliance members, see the trade show floor, and get exposure to the industry.  

This year, hear from the first woman keynote speaker at the IRE, Charlotte Jones.  As the Dallas Cowboys Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officers, Charlotte oversees business operations, strategies, and applications concerning the team’s brand, which is seen worldwide.  She will discuss how she built the brand, her approach to fundraising, strategies for setting high expectations, new fan engagement initiatives, and innovations from the Dallas Cowboys Football Club.

In addition to the impressive keynote speaker, there will be other special events throughout the expo.  There’s a reception for first-time attendees, a welcome party, and the NRCA industry awards ceremony and cocktail reception.  Be sure to attend “An Evening in the Lone Star State,” presented by NRCA ROOFPAC in partnership with National Women in Roofing.  The evening is complete with a comedian that will keep you laughing all night, a live auction benefiting ROOFPAC, and an open bar and appetizers.

There are plenty of opportunities to hone your skills, learn new strategies, and discover ways to ensure future success.  Exhibitor-presented seminars and the GAF education center will provide 45-minute sessions to get new information and in-depth analysis presented by the industry’s exhibitor community, in addition to sessions that will help you build your skills, think critically, and show you ways to work smarter.  The exhibitor product clinics are opportunities to learn tips and tricks, and hear detailed instructions from key manufacturers through product, equipment, and material demonstrations. There will even be outdoor events complete with a crane demo, a roofing competition to build 8x12 decks, NRCA ProCertification exams, and the SRS extreme tailgate party. 

The new Show Planner allows attendees to stay up-to-date on everything happening at the show.  This digital brochure has everything you need to know about the show and fun things to do in Dallas.  It provides an overview of the conference program, show floor activities, networking events, tips for first-time attendees, information on the NRCA ProCertification, new products available, and more!

Make sure you stop by our RoofersCoffeeShop® booth, booth 5347, and visit our RoofersCoffeeShop® partners too: 

 

Booth 2204 - Leister - Sponsor of our IRE Countdown Page

Booth 509 – Cotney Construction Law

Booth 4912 – Duro-Last

Booth 6102 – Beacon Roofing Supply

Booth 4004 – CertainTeed LLC

Booth 6144 – GE Silicones

Booth 3612 – Geocel

Booth 3610 – Sherwin-Williams

Booth 5331 – TAMKO

Booth 3615 – Tremco

Booth 5911 – IKO

Booth 6328 - Chameleon Power

Booth 2822 -  ICP Group

Booth 6325 – Jobba Trade Technologies

Booth 3420 – KARNAK

Booth 4915 – Malarkey

Booth 2421 - McElroy

Booth 2610 – New Tech Machinery

Booth 2604 – Owens Corning

Booth 6831 -  RoofSnap

Booth 907 – Sashco

Booth 5315 – SOPREMA

Booth 4921 – SRS

Booth 1805 – Titebond – Franklin international

Booth 1206 – Western Colloid

Booth 1221 - ATAS International

Booth 1021- A.C.T Metal Deck

Booth 6937 – Accurence / Next Gear Solutions

Booth 4925  - DaVinci 

Booth 2815 – DECRA

Booths 5520,5922 - Equipter

Booth 5102 – FiberTite

Booth 4404 – GAF

Booth 2315 – General Coatings

Booth 5129 – IB Roof Systems

Booth 6708 – JobNimbus

Booth 1622 – Marco Industries

Booth 6533 – Nearmap

Booth 6642 – Stormseal

Booth 1404 - Tilcor 

Booth 1523 – Topps Products, Inc.

Booth 3621 – Tropical Roofing Products

Booth 1121 – Roof Hugger

Booth 310 - GREEN LINK

Booth 5443 – Florida’s Association of Roofing Professionals (FRSA)

Booth 523 – Metal Roof Association (MRA)

Booth 20S2 – National Women in Roofing (NWIR)

Booth 5715 – National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)

One of our RCS partners is also sponsoring the show!  Make sure you stop by and visit with the National Roofing Contractors Association.

Don’t miss out, register now!  Check here for all the IRE show details.

]]> Join the Countdown to the International Roofing Expo (IRE) https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/join-the-countdown-to-the-international-roofing-expo-ire join-the-countdown-to-the-international-roofing-expo-ire Thu, 09 Jan 2020 10:00:00 PST

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor.

RCS Countdown page will help you plan your activities for the 2020 IRE in Dallas.

RoofersCoffeeShop® (RCS) is so excited to reconnect with old friends and make new ones at the IRE set for February 4 – 6, 2020 in Dallas, Texas. To help you make the most of the convention and expo, we created an IRE Countdown page, sponsored by Leister, that provides an excellent overview of what is happening for 2020.

Visit the page to learn about special promotions and activities being offered by exhibitors in their booths. This makes for easy planning as you make your list of must-see vendors. You could win products, prizes and even an NRCA membership if you add them to your list of who to visit.

Interested in networking opportunities? You will find those listed on the IRE Countdown page as well. Beacon is hosting its customer appreciation party at Gilly’s in Dallas. Visit the page to find out the date, time and learn how to register to attend. First time at the show? We’ve got you covered there too. RoofersCoffeeShop® is sponsoring the first-time attendee party on the first day of the convention.

A must see is the Roofing Alliance Student Competition.  Celebrating its sixth year, the competition had nine schools submit their intent to participate. Five finalist teams will be announced soon and will compete on February 5th starting at 7:45 am at the convention center. 

Don’t forget about education either. Our Countdown to IRE page shares details on featured educational sessions including the Roofing Technology Think Tank’s Contractor Technology Panel where you can hear from contractors what technologies they are using to improve their operations and their bottom lines.  You’ll also want to make a note to attend the RCS Influencer panel who will be discussing the importance of company culture as it relates to retention and recruiting the next generation of workers.

Don’t think you will be cooped up all day inside either. Learn about the SRS Extreme Tailgate party outside and the Duro-Last installation competition. Both will give you a chance to get some fresh air and show off your roofing skills.

If you’re traveling on a tight budget, we can save you 15% off the registration fees. The RCS IRE Countdown page provides visitors with a special registration code that will help you save.

What are you waiting for? Visit the RCS Leister IRE Countdown page today!

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