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Co-inventor of GALVALUME® leaves enduring legacy in the metal construction industry
Angelo Borzillo (1933-2025) was an icon and a mentor who inspired generations in the steel and metal building industries worldwide. The global metal construction community is mourning the passing of Angelo “Ange” Borzillo, the co-inventor of GALVALUME® coated steel and a 2022 inductee into the Metal Construction Hall of Fame. Borzillo ...
Two industry leaders join forces to help protect properties this winter
By AEP Span. AEP Span now offers snow guards from S-5! to prevent snow slides on metal roofs. When snow and ice begin to build up on metal rooftops during the colder months, the sudden release of that buildup can pose serious safety hazards and property damage risks. From ...
White Castle Roofing named runner up winner in 2025 Show Us Our Snow Guards Contest
The spectacular home, located in Lincoln, Nebraska, includes multi-faceted roofing. The stunning roofing on a custom home in Nebraska includes both standing seam metal and composite slate. Ensuring the snow retention system works seamlessly across both surfaces without disrupting the design flow has earned White Castle Roofing a Runner Up ...
S-5! advances breast cancer awareness with donation, volunteer efforts & company-wide walk
S-5! proudly reaffirms its commitment to the community by supporting breast cancer patients and their families in Colorado Springs, Colorado. As part of its ongoing philanthropic efforts, S-5! continues its partnership with the Woody and Millie Ingram Guest House, providing both financial support and hands-on volunteer service. This year, S-5! contributed ...
Exciting updates: Enhanced web-based calculators just for you!
By S-5! Discover how our upgraded tools — driven by your feedback — make project planning faster, easier and more accurate than ever. At S-5!, we are always looking for ways to improve our customer experience to help you work more efficiently. We’re thrilled to announce that our web-based calculators have received ...
Roofer profile: Dino Ruffoni, Gem City Roofing, Inc.
By Rocky Mountain Snow Guards. This Wyoming contractor knows the importance of snow retention. Learn why Rocky Mountain is their team's go to manufacturer. If ever there was a state that needs snow retention on its commercial and residential properties, it’s Wyoming. And Gem City Roofing, Inc. is there to provide that ...
Solar’s survival in times of uncertainty
By Jenny Yu. From tax credit changes to tariffs, S-5!’s director of strategy and market development highlights factors impacting the solar industry. With six years at S-5! and sixteen years of working in solar under his belt, Mark Gies was the perfect person to discuss the state of the ...
Turner Morris Commercial Roofing named grand prize winner in 2025 “Show Us Our Snow Guards” contest
Sponsored by Rocky Mountain Snow Guards, the contest recognizes exceptional commercial and residential snow retention projects each year from across the nation. Adding a copper standing seam roof and a dark bronze snow fence system to the amenity-filled Tyrolean Condo units in Vail, Colorado gave the entire development an upgraded look. ...
Convert your carport into a solar energy hub
By Ali Turner, S-5! Learn how and why to use solar panels to maximize your property space. Editor's note: Share this information with your customers who have a carport or are planning to build one. As the world moves toward sustainable energy, homeowners and businesses alike seek innovative solar solutions. If you have ...
Building for a cause at METALCON 2025
Steel-frame ‘barndomimium’ being constructed on show floor; then reassembled in Montana as a veterans’ retreat. Those of you attending METALCON in Las Vegas, scheduled for October 21-23, will certainly notice the construction of a steel-frame building on the show floor. METALCON and industry partners are constructing the 2,500-square-foot “barndominium” at the show, ...
