Material Shortages Continue to Impact the Industry

By MARCO Industries.  

Read about what MARCO is doing to curb the effects of the material shortage.  

A record number of cargo ships are waiting to be unloaded at the port complex of Los Angeles and Long Beach, the largest U.S. port. This bottleneck is happening because of a shortage of trucks and drivers to pick up the goods. Plus, an overwhelming demand and a shortage of supplies and containers resulting from the pandemic have only added to the delays. Events like the Texas freeze and the Suez Canal blockage only exacerbate these problems.  The metal roofing industry is one of many affected by material shortages.  

Marco, which provides a variety of Weather Tite™ solutions for the metal roofing industry, has been working with distributors and customers throughout the year providing clear, honest communication to set expectations. The company was not immune to the issues (for example, Marco gets the resin for many of their products from Texas, which shut down completely earlier this year due to the historic freeze), but they’ve been proactive in addressing concerns and adjusting their manufacturing efforts. Customer service, a Marco hallmark, has been first and foremost throughout the crisis. 

Unfortunately, as the waters off Los Angeles show, the issues aren’t solved. Supply and demand are still off balance and predictions about a return to normal vary widely. That’s why Marco is still recommending early planning and clear communication between distributors, customers and manufacturers. 

“To help ensure we can get the right amount of materials to manufacture the products you want, please contact your Marco representative,” a recent Marco customer communication stated. “Letting us know if your needs have changed (whether you need more or less than originally forecasted) will help us more accurately source the quantity of raw materials required.

"As always, your team here at Marco is doing our absolute best for you. With your help, we can head-off possible future shortages and negotiate the best prices possible. Please contact your Marco representative today to let us know what you anticipate needing.” 

With Marco — or any supplier you rely on to keep your roofing business going — the further ahead you plan and communicate those needs, the better your business will fare. 

Learn more about Marco Industries in their RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory or visit www.marcoindustries.com. 

Original article source: MARCO Industries