BITEC, Inc.®
BITEC at 40: Celebrating a legacy of innovation, culture and contractor commitment
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Honoring 40 years of innovation, culture and contractor commitment. There are moments in this industry that feel personal. Milestones that are not just about years in business, but about relationships, resilience and the kind of leadership that shapes roofing for generations. Celebrating 40 years of BITEC® ...
Advanced bitumen membranes for commercial roofing
By Jesse Sanchez. Discover how this manufacturer’s membrane portfolio delivers flexibility, durability and installation options for commercial and industrial roofing systems. In commercial and industrial roofing, system performance depends on more than surface protection, it requires engineered layers designed to handle movement, temperature swings and long-term exposure. At the center ...
Cuando la innovación responde a las necesidades reales del techo
Por Alberto Torres. Conozca la historia detrás Bitec’s RepairBoss®, una línea completa pensada para el profesional. En este episodio de La Voz de los Ruferos, Santiago Garces nos comparte la trayectoria de Bitec, una compañía con más de cuarenta años de experiencia en la industria del roofing. Desde sus inicios, ...
Marking 40 years with new innovations
By Jesse Sanchez. At the Western Roofing Expo, BITEC leaders highlight company evolution and a renewed focus on contractor partnerships for 2026 and beyond. BITEC, a trusted name in the roofing industry, is celebrating its 40th year of business. Speaking from the RoofersCoffeeShop sound stage at the Western Roofing Expo, ...
Innovation, education and the momentum moving the industry forward
Across the show floor, soundstage interviews and educational sessions, IRE 2026 made it clear that the roofing industry is not standing still. While community defines the heart of the International Roofing Expo (IRE), innovation defines its pace. From AI-driven tools and smarter products to immersive booths and hands-on demonstrations, our ...
Innovación, educación y el impulso que mueve a la industria hacia adelante
En todo el piso de exhibición, las entrevistas en el escenario y las sesiones educativas, IRE 2026 dejó en claro que la industria del techado no se está quedando quieta. Mientras la comunidad define el corazón de la International Roofing Expo (IRE), la innovación define su ritmo. Desde herramientas impulsadas ...
Last call for IIBEC’s 2026 International Convention!
By Emma Peterson. Join The Coffee Shops™ crew and our industry partners in Sacramento for four days of education, innovation and industry connection. The Coffee Shops™ crew is putting the finishing touches on our travel plans to get to Sacramento, California March 12–15, 2026 for the International Institute of Building ...
Forty years and going strong
BITEC® have been providing high-performance commercial roofing solutions to customers for four decades now. Guided by CEO David Allen, who was there when they broke ground in 1986 and only produced modified bitumen, they now offer a full line of durable, high-performance products built without compromise. Today, still guided by ...
BITEC celebrates 40th anniversary
BITEC, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of some of the industry’s highest-quality solutions for low-slope roofs in North America. In 2026, BITEC, Inc. is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Founded in 1986 by Bruce Shealey, who recently retired after serving the roofing industry for 60 years, BITEC has its ...
Built-up roofing that stands the test of time
By Jenny Yu. BITEC’s Viking system helps contractors move faster while delivering long-term performance. When it comes to commercial and industrial flat roofs, built-up roofing and coal tar pitch are some of the oldest, most reliable systems. Joel Shealey, president of BITEC, joined The Coffee Shops™ for a conversation ...
