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Coffee Conversations® brings experts together at IIBEC 2026
By Emma Peterson. A panel of industry experts discusses the growth and evolution of the roofing industry. Earlier this month, The Coffee Shops™ crew headed to the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC)’s 2026 Conference and Trade Show. While there, we had the opportunity to host a special, live ...
A cover board for every roof
By Emma Peterson. From fire resitance to very severe hail ratings, learn how USG has built a catalogue of products that can take on whatever elements are thrown at them. Recently, The Coffee Shops™ crew hosted a sound stage, sponsored by Western Colloid, at the International Institute of Building ...
Coffee Conversations LIVE From IIBEC 2026 Sponsored by Western Colloid
Live from the IIBEC 2026 Conference and Trade Show, this special Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by Western Colloid, brings together leaders from across the roofing and building enclosure industry to explore how performance expectations are evolving in 2026. With increasing climate pressures, tighter energy codes and growing lifecycle accountability, roofing professionals ...
Rethinking fluid-applied systems
By Emma Peterson. Western Colloid’s Greg Hlavaty explains why it’s time to think about fluid-applied systems as membranes. Fluid-applied roof coating systems have long been compared to traditional membrane systems. However, as fluid-applied grows more popular for its efficient application, durability and versatility, there has been a push for ...
Meet us in Sacramento!
By Emma Peterson. The Coffee Shops™ crew is heading for California, along with a variety of our industry friends for the 2026 IIBEC Convention and Trade Show! We are just over two weeks away from the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC)’s 2026 Convention and Trade Show! This annual ...
CoatingsCoffeeShop joins industry leaders at RCMA 2026 meeting in Las Vegas
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. This year’s conversations reflected continued growth in roof coatings as building owners seek sustainable, cost-effective solutions and contractors look for ways to diversify their businesses. CoatingsCoffeeShop® was proud to be a part of the Roof Coating Manufacturer Association (RCMA) 2026 meeting in Las Vegas. As an RCMA partner ...
RCMA Spring Meeting signals strong momentum for the roof coatings industry
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Collaboration, innovation and contractor engagement highlight a strong start to the year. The Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA) started the year with energy and purpose, hosting a highly successful Spring Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada, alongside its participation at the International Roofing Expo (IRE). The week brought together ...
IIBEC 2026 heads to Sacramento
By Jenny Yu. Building enclosure professionals won’t want to miss out on this annual industry event! The International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) is gearing up for its 2026 International Convention and Trade Show, set to take place March 12–15 in Sacramento, California, at the SAFE Credit ...
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 ...
Adding solar the smart way
By Evelyn Witterholt. What roofers need to know before jumping into a solar retrofit project. From tax credits to energy independence and a lower electricity bill, there are many reasons why adding solar to a roof is beneficial. But, as all roofers know, adding solar to an existing roof ...
