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The 2026 IIBEC International Convention & Trade Show is fast approaching
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Building enclosure professionals across the industry are making plans to gather in Sacramento, California, March 12–15, 2026. Hosted by the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC), the annual IIBEC International Convention & Trade Show brings together consultants, contractors, manufacturers and service providers focused on roofing, waterproofing and ...
Spotlighting resilience, PVC performance and consultant alignment
By Jesse Sanchez. Live from the IIBEC show floor in Orlando, industry leaders dug into what makes roofs last longer and why collaboration matters. IB Roof Systems™ utilized their time at the 2025 International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) show in Orlando reinforcing the fact that durability isn’t just ...
Better roofs start with collaboration
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how this company is finding common ground and building better by bringing together consultants and contractors. At the 2025 International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) show in Orlando, Florida, an important topic emerged from the conversations on the RoofersCoffeeShop® Soundstage: collaboration between roofing consultants and ...
Raising the roof in the flat roofing game
By Jesse Sanchez. This durable, self-extinguishing membrane is changing expectations for roof performance and longevity. When it comes to commercial flat roofing, IB Roof Systems™’ PVC membranes are making noise. That’s because this roofing solution doesn’t just sit pretty under the sun; it actively resists fire, chemicals, ponding water and ...
The power of smart product selection
By Jesse Sanchez. Why roofers and building owners alike are turning to PVC for long-term performance. In the ever-evolving world of commercial roofing, one thing is becoming clear: PVC isn’t just trending; it’s dominating the conversation. And few companies have been in the PVC game longer or know it better, ...
Why IB Roof PVC?
High-quality membranes. IB Roof Systems has been making PVC membranes for over 4 decades. Our PVC membranes are long-lasting and sustainable - ensuring your roof can handle harsh weather and chemicals for years to come. IB PVC remains flexible and features our high-performance coated scrim - preventing water absorption. 50 ...
Students in the spotlight: SkillsUSA success
By Lauren White. Roofing made its mark at the 2025 SkillsUSA, inspiring the next generation of tradespeople and showing thousands of students why the future looks brighter from the rooftop. The 2025 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC) was a celebration of hands-on talent, industry partnerships and student potential. ...
Making a strategic leap into the U.S. roofing market
By Jesse Sanchez. Acquisition signals a deeper push into PVC systems and single-ply roofing solutions. Kingspan, a global insulation and building envelope leader based in Kingscourt, Ireland, has announced its acquisition of Grapevine, Texas-based IB Roof Systems™ — marking the company’s first direct move into the U.S. single-ply roofing market. ...
Global tech sparks change
By Jesse Sanchez. Hear insights from industry experts about AI trade-specific innovation overseas and what's next in the states. Artificial intelligence is moving fast, and for the global roofing industry, the changes are already here. While U.S. contractors weigh the risks of automation and unfamiliar technologies, other nations are charging ...
PVC roofing reclaims the spotlight
By Jesse Sanchez. Industry experts are revealing why durability and resilience are driving a PVC roofing renaissance. As the roofing industry sharpens its focus on long-term performance and environmental responsibility, IB Roof Systems CEO Jason Stanley spotlighted PVC as a trusted, forward-looking solution during a live Roofing Road Trips® at ...
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