Today's News Archives - Midwest Roofing Contractors Association

Today's News Archives

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1/1/1900	Breaking News! Housing and Business Face Severe Repercussions Under Proposed Title III Language in Immigration Bill. (more)
1/1/1900	MRCA Quick Poll Please take a moment to respond to MRCA's Quick Poll. Your answers will help us determine the focus of editorial content, technical and research areas of interest, safety education and more.
1/1/1900	MRCA's Find An Exhibitor Click here to find out more about the companies that will be exhibiting at the 58th Annual MRCA Convention and Tradeshow!
1/1/1900	MRCA Announces New Officers and Board of Directors The Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) has announced a new slate of officers and directors for the 2008 year. (more)
1/1/1900	Petrick Elected President of Midwest Roofing Contractors Association The Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) has announced that Rodney Petrick, Ridgeworth Roofing Co, Inc., Bridgeview, Illinois, has been elected President of the Midwest Roofing Contractors Association for the 2008 year. (more)
12/19/2005	Analyst Predicts $42 billion in Subcontracts for Rebuilding Analyst Predicts $42 billion in Federal Subcontract Opportunities Available for Hurricane Relief Efforts (more)
12/19/2005	Chicago Roofing Contractors Association Announces 23rd Annual Trade Show CRCA has announced that its Roofing and Waterproofing Industry trade show will be held January 19-20, 2006, at the Drury Lane Conference Center, in Oakbrook Terrace, Ill. (more)
12/19/2005	Be on the Lookout for “Blue Stained Lumber” Lumber coming out of areas affected by Hurricane Katrina could be carrying "blue stain,” a common discoloration in lumber that is caused by microscopic fungi in the sapwood of trees. (more)
12/29/2005	Builders Vow to Save Home Loan Tax Break Home builders vowed Wednesday to fight any attempt to eliminate tax preferences for homeownership. But several economists said a federal commission's plan to trim mortgage interest deductibility was needed to address broad market distortions (more)
12/29/2005	Bush Urges Canada to Settle Lumber Tariffs President Bush pressed Canadian Prime Minister Paul Martin for a negotiated settlement of the bitter U.S.-Canadian dispute over lumber tariffs on Friday. Martin rebuffed the overture and warned that Canada would seek relief in U.S. courts if necessary, according to their respective press secretaries. (more)
12/29/2005	MRCA Announces New Officers and Directors MRCA is pleased to announce the following directors and officers for the year 2005-06. Officers and directors were elected at the MRCA membership meeting on October 7, 2005. Officers include President James Brosseau, Bennett and Brosseau Roofing, Inc., Romeoville, Illinois; First Vice President Kurt Steinkuhler, Geo Groh & Sons, Inc., Emporia, Kansas; Second Vice President Rod Petrick, Ridgeworth Roofing Co., Inc., Bridgeview, Illinois; Secretary/Treasurer John Daly, Kaw Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc., Kansas City, Kansas and Chairman of the Board Dennis Runyan, Dryspace, Inc. Cedar Rapids, Iowa. (more)
12/29/2005	New Features Unveiled as SPRI Launches a Re-designed Website SPRI announces the launch of its new and improved website, www.spri.org. The user friendly site features an online membership directory, news and media center, FAQ, publication/standards store and new interactive Members’ Only Section. The site has been designed to provide consumers, contractors and SPRI Members the ability to locate information quickly and with ease. (more)
12/29/2005	OSHA Anidote Last May, an inspector from the Occupational Safety & Health Administration arrived at Jancoa Janitorial Services in Cincinnati for a surprise inspection. Before the inspector left, owner Tony Miller had been cited for two extension cord violations and hit with a $9,000 fine. Miller was determined to fight -- until he learned that his legal fees would exceed the amount of the penalty. He settled for $5,000 and put the first blemish on his record after 33 years in business. (more)
12/29/2005	Sullair Offers New Series of Literature for AirMetrixSM Solutions Sullair Corporation has released a new series of literature that details all AirMetrixSM solutions. The literature is designed to help plant managers identify ways to reduce the costs and improve the efficiency of their compressed air systems. (more)
1/10/2006	Reflective Industry Continues to Grow As energy savings and efficiency become an increasing priority and necessity, more consumers are doing their homework and finding ways to compensate for the high cost of running their homes. The Reflective Insulation Manufacturers Association (RIMA) sees this trend through the sales of reflective insulation, radiant barrier and IRCC products. (more)
1/10/2006	Construction Spending Maintains Momentum in November "Construction spending in November outpaced even the upwardly revised October and September totals," Ken Simonson, Chief Economist for the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) reported on Jan. 3. (more)
1/10/2006	Website Provides One-Stop-Shop for Contracting Opportunities Onvia, a tracking service for government contract opportunities, has established a free online service to enable businesses to locate disaster-related contract opportunities (rebuilding, cleanup, et cetera) from all levels of government. (more)
1/31/2006	U.S.-MEXICAN AGREEMENT-IN-PRINCIPLE WILL HELP ALLEVIATE CEMENT SHORTAGES The nation's home builders applauded an agreement-in-principle announced by the U.S. and Mexico to settle a 16-year dispute on anti-dumping duties on Mexican cement imports, noting that it will lead to free trade of this vital commodity and help to alleviate shortages reported in more than 30 states. (more)
1/31/2006	Construction Spending Maintains Momentum in November High Fuel and Materials Costs Pose Problems for 2006 (more)
2/2/2006	City of Toronto leads North America with new Green Roof Policy "Green Roofs for Healthy Cities congratulates Mayor David Miller and Toronto City Council for adopting the first comprehensive set of green roof policies in North America" said Steven W. Peck, Founder and President of Green Roofs for Healthy Cities, a Toronto-based non-profit green roof industry association. "These policies set the stage for a public-private partnership that will result in significant improvements to the quality of life in Toronto, reduce energy consumption and smog." (more)
2/6/2006	SPRI Elects Larson as President for 2006-2007 Term Waltham, MA, February 2006-- At SPRI’s 24th Annual Conference and Business Meeting, held in Naples, FL, Members elected Paul Larson as President for the 2006-2007 term. (more)
2/7/2006	Impossible looking roof shapes at Interbuild 2006 J&J Carter is the leading company for unusual tension membrane structures and has won numerous awards in the UK and the USA for design and manufacturing. (more)
2/8/2006	February 2006 SHARP Notes Available! Stay up to date! MRCA has just released the February 2006 SHARP Notes. If you did not recieve your notes via email, be sure to download them in the MEMBERS ONLY section of this website!
2/9/2006	Reflective Roof Technologies Benefit Environment, EPA Says (AXcess News) Philadelphia - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has partnered with PECO, An Exelon Company, and the Energy Coordinating Agency to co-sponsor a workshop, "Cool Roofs 2006: Approaches for Energy Conservation and Financial Savings." (more)
2/10/2006	Miami-Dade offering Saturday roof inspections Miami-Dade's building department is offering Saturday roof inspections to ease the backlog of homeowners still fixing damage caused by Hurricane Wilma. (more)
2/13/2006	OSHA Reminds Employers to Post Injury Summaries Beginning February 1 Beginning February 1, employers must post a summary of the total number of job-related injuries and illnesses that occurred last year, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced. (more)
2/14/2006	Have you joined the MRCA Forum? Our president's forum has many interesting topics up for discussion. (more)
2/15/2006	Roofing Products Experts Johns Manville and Tarco Partner to Create New Roofing Underlayment Johns Manville (JM)is partnering with Tarco to create a new asphalt synthetic underlayment called EasyLay(TM). (more)
2/16/2006	MRCA releases a report about fire testing of membrane roof systems MRCA has released a report about fire testing of membrane roof systems. MRCA partnered with the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) on a long-term research program of fire testing aged and new membrane roof assemblies. (more)
2/17/2006	SHARP Safety Documents for March released Be sure to check your email. The March safety documents have been sent out to the designated safety director. (more)
2/20/2006	Independent Roofing Contractors Launch National Roofing Partners LAS VEGAS – February 13, 2006 – National Roofing Partners (NRP), a non-profit association of leading independent roofing contractors, was officially launched today to establish and achieve new standards in operational performance and service quality for the commercial roofing industry. (more)
2/21/2006	MRCA Welcomes New Members The MRCA would like to welcome the following new members that have joined our association in 2006: (more)
2/22/2006	Remodeling slows in Fourth Quarter Remodeling activity slowed in the fourth quarter of 2005, according to the National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index (RMI). (more)
2/23/2006	$4.9 million in grants awarded to improve workplace English language skills (more)
2/24/2006	DOL proposes changes to combat fraud in employment-based labor certification program The U.S Department of Labor (DOL) has proposed rule changes to combat fraud in the certification of non-U.S. citizens for permanent employment-based residence in the United States. (more)
2/27/2006	Top of the line Premium Elastomeric Reflective Roof Coatings Waterproof Roofs and Reflect UV Radiati Huntington Park, CA - (February 2006) - Henry. Company has introduced a premium white roof coating that protects roofs with a weather proof moisture membrane, extraordinarily high solar/UV reflectivity (91%), exceptional peel strength and superior longevity. (more)
2/28/2006	New Reflective Roof Coating from Henry Company features brilliant shine and outstanding credentials. (more)
3/1/2006	Colorado Roofing Association Announces the Sixth Consecutive Dividend for its Safety Group Program Innovative Workers' Compensation Program Rewards Safety and Performance (more)
3/2/2006	Pioneer of Fastening Industry Passes Frederic Booth Powers Jr., a pioneer in the construction fastening industry and former Chairman and President of Powers Fasteners, Inc., New Rochelle, N.Y., died at his home in Larchmont, N.Y., on Dec. 20 at the age of 72. (more)
3/3/2006	New SPRI Website Features Industry-Specific Career Center SPRI announces the release of SPRI Works, a web-based career center designed to help the single ply roofing community employer and employee connect. (more)
3/6/2006	INTRODUCING HICKORY HARDWARE - THE NEW NAME IN DECORATIVE AND FUNCTIONAL HARDWARE Brands combining strengths to offer comprehensive hardware program solutions. (more)
3/7/2006	EPA proposes tougher emission standards for gasoline, vehicles, and portable gas containers Toxic fumes from gasoline, vehicles, and gas containers would drop significantly and further reduce health risks under proposed new emissions standards announced by EPA Administrator Stephen L. Johnson (more)
3/8/2006	SPRI CONFERENCE 2006: Recap Meeting the Challenge of Change with Super Solutions. (more)
3/9/2006	National Green Building Conference opens March 11 The National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) National Green Building Conference features a tour of Albuquerque green-built homes, an awards gala, exhibits and seminars, and great news from the Home Builders Association of Central New Mexico, host of the eighth annual event. (more)
3/13/2006	Storms Rip Through Midwest It was the tale of several storms Sunday for residents in Kansas City, Lawrence and points to the west and east. (more)
3/14/2006	Wood Shingles -- Not Drought -- Push Insurance Rates Wooden roofs may look nice, but they're expensive to insure, easily succumb to hail and present a fire hazard. (more)
3/14/2006	General Motors Announces Major Recall The recall involves 1999-2000 models of the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks. (more)
3/15/2006	OSHA Issues Final Rule on Roll-Over Protective Structures Standards The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued a direct final rule that regulates the testing of roll-over protective structures (ROPS) used to protect employees who operate wheel-type tractors. (more)
3/16/2006	Coattec Expands Discussions to Export Tile Roof Ridge Vents to the United States Coattec Industries, Inc. (Pink Sheets:CTCK) announces that the Company is working with Diversi-Plast, the world's largest manufacturer of corrugated plastic products, to arrange the importation of ridge vents designed for tile roofs from Meinecke Dachtechnologies, based in Germany. (more)
3/17/2006	Paslode Introduces Industry’s First Pneumatic 16 Gauge Angled Finish Nailer To further enhance its line of trim tools, Paslode introduces a 16 gauge Pneumatic Angled Finish Nailer, the T250A-F16, available this month through Paslode distributors. (more)
3/20/2006	Roof Tiles Scarce, Soaring in Price Homeowners desperate to repair cracked or broken roof tiles are taking matters into their own hands. Literally. (more)
3/20/2006	Revolutionary New Skylighting System by DAYSTAR Brings Natural Sunlight Indoors Revolutionary New Skylighting System by DAYSTAR Brings Natural Sunlight Indoors, Enabling Commercial, Business, and Educational Facilities to Cut Costs on Lighting While Increasing the Value of the Facility. (more)
3/21/2006	U.S. Senate Committee Passes Small-Business Health Plans Bill Small-Business Owners Hail First-Ever Senate Vote on Vital Legislation for Affordable Health Care (more)
3/22/2006	New Roof Edge Product Catalog Metal-Era Inc., the national leader of metal edge roofing systems, announces the release of its 2006 product catalog. (more)
3/23/2006	Senate Confirms President's Nominee to Lead Occupational Safety and Health Administration President George W. Bush nominated Foulke to head the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). (more)
3/24/2006	Today's PPI Reinforces trend of construction material cost outpacing overall consumer costs "Construction materials costs are outpacing overall consumer and producer prices by a wide margin," said Ken Simonson, chief economist for The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). (more)
3/27/2006	D.C. Taylor Co. to Host Nationwide RoofTop Seminars Roofing industry experts will lead educational seminars for area professionals (more)
3/27/2006	Bush Calls for 'Civil' Immigration Debate President Bush said Monday that overhauling the nation's immigration laws "is not going to be easy" (more)
3/28/2006	DeWalt Indroduces New Line of Heavy-Duty Gas Pressure Washers DeWALT, a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools, announced today its first-ever commercial gas pressure washers. (more)
3/29/2006	Builders Grapple with Soaring Supply Costs Overall, the cost of building materials has spiked more than 15 percent since 2003 and is starting to ripple across every sector of the construction industry. (more)
3/30/2006	Follansbee Metal Roof Tops Solar Decathlon House A Follansbee(R) metal roof tops an award-winning, solar- powered competition home destined to become a research and education center on the Carnegie Mellon University campus. (more)
3/31/2006	TAMKO introduces New Diamond and Scalloped Shapes for Lamarite Slate Composite Shingles New Shapes May be Used as Accent, or for Entire Roof (more)
4/3/2006	Metal-Era Inc., introduces its online continuing education program Metal-Era Inc., the national leader of perimeter edge roofing systems, introduces its online continuing education program, Understanding ANSI/SPRI ES-1 (more)
4/4/2006	Production Home Builders Ready To Build Green, NAHB President Says Home buyers are increasingly looking at “green” features when choosing new homes, and the NAHB is making sure that builders can meet that demand, according to NAHB President David Pressly. (more)
4/5/2006	AGC's Enviromental Agenda Commits to Further Improve Preformance of Construction Industry (more)
4/6/2006	Construction Law - March 2006 'Conditional' and 'Unconditional' Payment Releases (more)
4/7/2006	NRCA Releases Management Performance and Financial Survey The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has made available its 2004 NRCA Management Performance and Financial Survey. (more)
4/10/2006	Thousands rally for immigrant rights Nationwide protests set for Monday show increased coordination (more)
4/11/2006	NFIB Survey: Small-Business Owners View Illegal Immigration as Serious Problem NFIB small-business owners have a mixed view on amnesty for illegal immigrants. (more)
4/11/2006	Vinyl Siding Standards Build Consumer Confidence Over 20% of MRCA members work in siding and insulation. Click on the headline to view an article from the Vinyl Siding Institute regarding a three-pronged approach to enhancing consumer satisfaction with its products.
4/12/2006	2006 Metal of Honor Winners The Metal of Honor program was created to honor those manufacturers by Metal Roofing Magazine (more)
4/13/2006	PAM Fastening Technology Introduces new PAMDrive Collated Screws with Patented Six-Sided Recess PAMDrive Collated Screws as the latest collated fastener technology for the professional industry. (more)
4/14/2006	Roofing & Siding Businesses doing well The Roofing and Siding Industry in the US Includes 30,000 Companies With Combined Annual Revenue of $25 Billion (more)
4/17/2006	Firestone Expanding Metal Manufacturing Capabilities in Western U.S Firestone Metal Products recently announced plans to expand manufacturing capabilities with a new metal roofing plant and distribution center in the western U.S. (more)
4/18/2006	Builders Work with Non-Profit Agency on Mold Exposure GREENGUARD Details the Anatomy of a Builder Put in Jeopardy by Moldy Collateral (more)
4/18/2006	Georgia governor signs sweeping immigration law The state of Georgia approved a sweeping measure on Monday to crack down on illegal immigrants, while in a sign of the national division of the issues, Arizona's governor vetoed a bill that would have allowed undocumented workers to be prosecuted as trespessers. (more)
4/19/2006	Powers Moves World Headquarters Powers Fasteners Moves to Larger World Headquarters Building in Brewster, New York (more)
4/20/2006	OSHA Renews Alliance with the Construction Institute of the ASCE The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Construction Institute (CI) of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) are extending their Alliance for another two years to continue focusing on safety and health issues in the construction industry. (more)
4/21/2006	Rising Cost of Health Insurance is Top Priority for Small Business Small-Business Health Plans offer relief (more)
4/24/2006	TAMKO Roofing Products Changing Name New “TAMKO Building Products Inc.” name reflects growth, wide range of building products. (more)
4/25/2006	Heavy metal hits the roof Rising steel prices are exerting tremendous pressure on steel companies which are already reeling under high raw material cost. (more)
4/26/2006	Studies Show Fi-Foil’s Radiant Barrier Offers Advantages to Commercial Roofs A radiant barrier from Fi-Foil can significantly improve thermal performance of buildings with metal roofs and reduce overall cooling expenses by as much as 11 percent, according to studies by the Florida Solar Energy Center. (more)
4/27/2006	Small Business Urges Senate to Pass Health Insurance Legislation HCS HB 1677 Would Provide Much-Needed Tax Deduction (more)
5/1/2006	Boycotts, Rallies Planned For 'Day Without Immigrants' Widespread Actions Expected Monday, But Some Sitting It Out (more)
5/1/2006	OSHA Identifies 14,000 Workplaces with High Injury and Illness Rates Approximately 14,000 employers have been notified that injury and illness rates at their worksites are higher than average and that assistance is available to help them fix safety and health hazards (more)
5/2/2006	Consider price, longevity when selecting roofing material Escalating petroleum costs determine not only what you pay at the pump but how soon you may be inclined to shingle your roof (more)
5/3/2006	Firestone Donates to Roof Consultants Institute Foundation Firestone Building Products Company recently donated $10,000 to the Roof Consultants Institute Foundation to support the Foundation’s commitment to education and research initiatives (more)
5/3/2006	Senate to Consider Small Business Health Plan for First Time Ever! After remaining deadlocked over Small Business Health Plans for seven years, next week the Senate will finally consider a compromise bill that addresses many of the concerns that stood in the way for so long. (more)
5/5/2006	Kugler Wins CRA Lifetime Achievement Award The Colorado Roofing Association honored William (Bill) E. Kugler at their 5th annual awards banquet on February 9th (more)
5/5/2006	TAMKO® Introduces New Terra Cotta Color for Lamarite® Composite Shingles TAMKO has added another outstanding option to its popular line of Lamarite Slate Composite Shingles. (more)
5/8/2006	OSHA, ASSE, Industry Groups Team up to Increase Job Safety for North American Safety and Health Week The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), and the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE), today kicked off North American Occupational Safety and Health Week (NAOSH) which aims to increase public awareness on the importance of workplace safety for young workers. (more)
5/9/2006	Roof-Coating Market Heats Up Elastek released the latest in its product line- up - The Shield - a mid-level-quality coating that puts it in direct competition with the mass-market labels and store brands of its competitors (more)
5/10/2006	DeWALT Introduces Quick Connect 3/8" Impact Chuck Quick Connect 3/8"IMPACT CHUCK – allowing impact drivers to accept round shank bits (more)
5/11/2006	More Than 1,300 Builders Converge on Capitol Hill More than 1,300 builders from across the country are holding nearly 400 meetings today with their representatives and senators to urge them to increase housing opportunities for all Americans. (more)
5/12/2006	RCI Announces 2006-2007 Board of Directors RCI, the Institute of Roofing, Waterproofing, and Building Envelope Professionals, announced the 2006-2007 Board of Directors at the Annual Meeting of Members of the RCI 21st International Convention & Trade Show in Phoenix, Arizona, on March 28, 2006. (more)
5/15/2006	RCI Announces 2006 Document Competition Winners RCI, the Institute of Roofing, Waterproofing, and Building Envelope Professionals, announced the winners of its 2006 Document Competition at the RCI 21st International Convention & Trade Show in Phoenix, Arizona. (more)
5/16/2006	MRCA announces convention programming topics 5/16/06 Convention registration materials will be available in June. (more)
5/17/2006	Builder Confidence Declines in May The HMI declined six points from an upwardly revised reading in the previous month to hit 45 for the latest report, its lowest mark since mid-1995. (more)
5/17/2006	Senate OKs Border Fence, Backs Citizenship The Senate endorsed a chance at citizenship for millions of illegal immigrants Wednesday but also voted to build 370 miles of triple-layered fencing along the Mexican border in increasingly emotional debate over election-year immigration legislation. (more)
5/17/2006	Market Forces Show Proposed Lumber Pact a Bad Deal for US Comsumers 5/17/06 With the housing market showing signs of cooling and lumber costs edging downward as demand eases, American home buyers will be forced to pay a premium for this vital commodity (more)
5/18/2006	Immigration Bill Debate Stuck on 'Amnesty' 5/18/06 - A broad bill letting illegal immigrants stay in the United States is clearing hurdle after hurdle toward Senate passage next week as House Republicans turn against President Bush and dig in their heels against what they deride as 'amnesty' for millions of lawbreakers. (more)
5/18/2006	Mule-Hide Celebrates 100th Anniversary 5/18/06 The year 2006 marks the 100th anniversary of the Mule-Hide brand. (more)
5/19/2006	Roof Consultants Institute Announces Mission, Service, Expansion 5/19/06 Institute changed its name to RCI, Inc., The Institute of Roofing, Waterproofing, & Building Envelope Professionals. (more)
5/22/2006	CertainTeed Roofing Facility Receives Prestigious Safety Award 5/22/06 CertainTeed Corporation’s roofing granule manufacturing facility in Glenwood, Arkansas, has won the Saint-Gobain Diamond Safety Award for exemplary health and safety performance. (more)
5/23/2006	Molecular Medicine Research Lab Building Envelope Achieves Laboratory Air Quality Conditions 5/23/06 Henry Company Building Science Technology Enables Life Science Research at University of Texas Houston Campus: Henry Company Case Study (more)
5/23/2006	5/23/06 - MRCA Reacts to Changes in FM Loss Prevention Document 1-29
5/24/2006	Senate Advances Sweeping Immigration Bill 5-24-06 - The Senate voted overwhelmingly Wednesday to limit debate on election-year immigration legislation, clearing the way for final passage later this week (more)
5/24/2006	CertainTeed Fiber Glass Insulation Meets Strict New Standards of GREENGUARD Environmental Institute 5/24/06 CertainTeed Corporation continues its commitment to high-quality standards (more)
5/25/2006	NRCA elects officers for 2006-07 5/25/06 National Roofing Contractors Association elected the following new officers, with terms beginning June 1. (more)
5/26/2006	OSHA Offers Best Practices Guide for First Aid Programs 5/26/06 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) today issued Best Practices Guide: Fundamentals of a Workplace First-Aid Program, a new guide to help employers and employees develop workplace first aid programs. (more)
5/29/2006	Home Builders Applaud Senate Passage of Comprehensive Immigration Reform 5/29/06 The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) today applauded Senate passage of a broad-based immigration bill that would enhance the nation's border security and help builders continue to meet the demand for housing. (more)
5/30/2006	Senate passes immigration bill 5/30/06 WASHINGTON (CNN) -- The Senate approved a wide-ranging overhaul of immigration laws Thursday, voting 62-36 to bolster security at the Mexican border and to grant many illegal immigrants a path toward citizenship. (more)
5/31/2006	National Roofing Partners named 2006 Officers 5/31/06 NRP named their 2006 Officers at their First Annual Meeting (more)
6/1/2006	OSHA Announces Targeted Inspection Plan for 2006 6/1/06 Agency targets about 4,250 high-hazard worksite (more)
6/2/2006	Green roof display at Chicago Center for Green Technolgy 6/2/06 Tecta America is working in conjunction with the Chicago Center for Green Technology, CCGT, to install a living green roof display (more)
6/5/2006	Immigrant labor shapes a summer industry 6/5/06 Industry insiders say the roofing business would collapse without this migrant work force -- which includes immigrants who are in the U.S. legally and illegally. (more)
6/6/2006	Frazier Roofing & Sheet Metal is now an authorized Roof-ACide Applicator 6/6/06 Roof-A-Cide™ makes algae-stained roofs and premature replacement a thing of past in Tennessee (more)
6/7/2006	ABC wins award 6/7/06 American Buildings Company was recognized with an industry safety award from the Metal Building Manufacturers Association. (more)
6/7/2006	May 2006 Executive Summary 6/12/06 MRCA's board of directors held its spring board of directors meeting May 5-6 in Chicago. Click on the link to review an Executive Summary of the meeting MEMBERS ONLY
6/8/2006	FM Data Sheet Revisions 6/8/06 The press release as well as language you may want to incorporate into your bid documents can be found in the Members Only section (more)
6/9/2006	Tecta America Corp. Adds Capabilities in Building Services with Recent Acquisitions 6/9/06 Nation's Largest Roofing Contractor in Growth Mode Again (more)
6/13/2006	DryRight™ Fiber Glass Insulation Helps Builders Prevent Mold 6/13/06 DryRight™ Fiber Glass Insulation by Certainteed Corporation Helps Builders Prevent Mold, Mildew Growth by Allowing Moisture to Escape Wall Cavities (more)
6/14/2006	Thermal Design Announces 2005 National Safety Award Winner 6/14/06 James Steel Erection Recognized for Leadership in Fall Protection (more)
6/15/2006	IRS announces tax deduction for energy-efficient commercial buildings 6/15/06 The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released an advance copy of Notice 2006-52 "Deduction for Energy-Efficient Commercial Buildings." (more)
6/16/2006	New Law Will Require All CA Roofing Contractors with Active Licenses to Have Workers’ Comp Insurance 6/16/06 A new law signed by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger on Friday May 26 affects roofing contractors in California. New requirements take effect on January 1, 2007 (more)
6/19/2006	Fire Season Is Here: Is Your Roof Ready? 6/19/06 Choosing a "Class A" fire-code rated roofing material such as stone-coated steel could make all the difference once the flames start to roar and embers begin to jump rooftops (more)
6/20/2006	OMG, Inc. Introduces NightShot™ 6/20/06 Product quickly forms a temporary seal between new roof covers and existing roof systems (more)
6/21/2006	Builder Confidence Declines in June 6/21/06 Rising mortgage rates, deepening affordability issues and the retreat of investors/speculators from the marketplace have prompted single-family home builders to further adjust their perspectives on the new-home market (more)
6/22/2006	DHS proposes regulations to help businesses comply with hiring requirements 6/22/06 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the release of two Federal regulations to help businesses comply with current legal hiring requirements intended to reduce the employment of unauthorized aliens. (more)
6/23/2006	Safety bulletin focuses on pressure-relief valve standard 6/23/06 The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) has issued a safety bulletin following the Agency's investigation (more)
6/26/2006	Interim rule allows employers to sign and retain I-9s electronically 6/26/06 Department of Homeland Security's Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement published an interim rule... (more)
6/27/2006	CertainTeed Unveils Game-Based Technology for Online AIA/CES Courses 6/27/06 CertainTeed Unveils Game-Based Technology for Online AIA/CES Courses at AIA 2006 National Convention and Design Expo (more)
6/28/2006	CertainTeed Honored by Vinyl Institute for Environmental Performance CertainTeed Corp.’s Sulphur, La., polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resin manufacturing plant was honored for 15 consecutive years of outstanding environmental performance by the Vinyl Institute (more)
6/29/2006	Building Essentials Like Gold 6/29/06 The cost of building supplies has shot up between 12 and 18 percent since the beginning of the year. (more)
6/30/2006	NFIB Praises President's Executive Order Limiting Use of Eminent Domain 6/30/06 On July 23, 2005, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling that opened the floodgates to eminent domain abuse. (more)
7/3/2006	MRCA Researches Asbestos Inspection Requirements Please email your comments and/or experiences with asbestos inspections to mrca@mrca.org. (more)
7/4/2006	Report links asbestos to larynx cancer 7/4/06 According to the American Cancer Society, about 9,500 American will be diagnosed this year with cancer of the larynx, which can also be caused by smoking and alcohol abuse. (more)
7/6/2006	Amendment Takes Effect Aug. 1 7/6/06 The Junk Fax Prevention Act of 2005 provides that it is unlawful to send unsolicited advertisements to any fax machine, including those at both businesses and residences, without the recipient’s prior express invitation or permission. (more)
7/6/2006	WARCA president passes away 7/6/06 H. Glenn Martin, president of the Washington Area Roofing Contractors Association (WARCA) and estimator for J.E. Wood & Sons, Upper Marlboro, Md., died June 29 from a fall from a roof. (more)
7/7/2006	Solar Cool roof coating 7/7/06 Solar Cool, a water based co-polymer heat reflective paint by Insultec, has been proven to reduce inside temperatures by 47% and reduce cooling costs by up to 77%. (more)
7/10/2006	Drug use among workers reaches a 17-year low 7/10/06 Amphetamines use, which includes amphetamine and methamphetamine, declined significantly among general U.S. workforce employees during 2005, according to the semi-annual Quest Diagnostics’ Drug Testing Index®. (more)
7/10/2006	Silicosis - Working with Cement Roofing Tiles: A Silica Hazard 7/10/06 Although respirable silica is a recognized health hazard in the construction industry, only recently has this exposure been documented in roofers. [Click on title above to view entire article.]
7/11/2006	Million Solar Roof Initiative receives bipartisan support on Assembly Floor 7/11/06 The California Assembly yesterday voted to approve the Million Solar Roofs Initiative, legislation coauthored by Assemblywoman Lois Wolk (D-Davis) to make solar power more accessible and affordable. (more)
7/12/2006	OSHA Launches New Safety and Health Topics Page 7/12/06 Basic Steel Products Subject of New OSHA Resource (more)
7/13/2006	Aduddell Industries Announces Contract with U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance 7/13/06 Aduddell Industries, (OTCBB: ADDL.OB) a leading provider of commercial roofing, roofing repair and concrete restoration work, as well as disaster recovery services today announced that Hickman Community Services, LLC (HCS), a company formed by Aduddell Roofing and Sheet Metal, Inc. and W.P. Hickman Systems, Inc. has been awarded a nationwide contract as the exclusive provider of roofing and re-roofing services for the U.S Communities Government Purchasing Alliance. (more)
7/14/2006	Updated version of ANSI/SPRI Fastener Standard FX-1 now available 7/14/06 An updated and revised version of the ANSI/SPRI “Standard Test Procedure for Determining the Withdrawal Resistance of Roofing Fasteners, ANSI/SPRI FX-1-2006” has been officially canvassed and reaffirmed as an official national standard in accordance with protocol established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). (more)
7/17/2006	CertaPro™ Insulation Provides Thermal, Acoustic Solutions For New Busch Stadium 7/17/06 CertainTeed Corporation has hit a grand slam home run at the new Busch Stadium in St. Louis, now open for its first Major League Baseball season. (more)
7/17/2006	Classified Ads now available on MRCA Website
7/18/2006	Chicago No. 1 for Green Roofs Planted 7/18/06 A first-of-its-kind industry survey shows that Chicago is the No. 1 city in North America for green roofs. (more)
7/19/2006	Targeting the shingle market 7/19/06 According to the 2006 Metal Roofing Magazine reader survey, 21 percent of the readers who are involved in roofing or re-roofing projects are installing metal shingles on at least some of those jobs. (more)
7/20/2006	Solar Roofing Meets Safety and Fire Standards 7/20/06 Open Energy's SolarSave SP 480 Roofing Membrane product has received the Underwriter's Laboratory (UL) 1703 listing, the American National Standard for safety for photovoltaic modules and panels. (more)
7/21/2006	Firestone Donates to RCI Foundation 7/21/06 Firestone Building Products Co. recently donated $10,000 to the Roof Consultants Institute (RCI) Foundation to support education and research initiatives. (more)
7/24/2006	New Low-Slope Roofing Manual Available 7/24/06 Dick Fricklas and Bill Griffin announced the release of Manual of Low Slope Roof Systems, 4th ed. (more)
7/25/2006	What's Your EQ? American Homeowners Wasting Up To $570 On Energy Costs 7/25/06 Survey Finds Lack of Energy Efficiency Knowledge Contributing to Higher than Necessary Bills - Generation Xers Leaving More Money On the Table Than Any Other Age Group (more)
7/26/2006	Rust never sleeps: new SRM aids coated steel industry 7/26/06 The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has developed a new reference material to aid quality control in the steel coatings industry. (more)
7/27/2006	Chicago Approves Big Grants for Green-Roof Retrofits 7/27/06 In June the city council approved the $500,000 Green Roof Improvement Fund, or GRIFTIF, a tax-increment financing pilot program. It authorizes the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) to award grants as large as $100,000 for retrofitting buildings with green roofs. (more)
7/28/2006	A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply Adds 2 New Warehouses to its Network of Distribution Centers 7/28/06 A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply has added 2 new distribution centers in Fort Worth, TX and Columbus, OH to its warehouse network (more)
7/31/2006	OSHA Directive provides guidance for handling complaints 7/31/06 OSHA has published a new Directive providing comprehensive guidance for how the Agency will handle complaints relating to workplace safety and health conditions. (more)
8/1/2006	CertainTeed’s DryRight™ Fiber Glass Insulation Named as Most Valuable Product Award Winner 8/1/06 CertainTeed’s DryRight™ Fiber Glass Insulation has been named by Building Products magazine as a 2006 Most Valuable Product (MVP) award winner. (more)
8/2/2006	TAMKO adds Dimension to it's popular Heritage Shingle Line 8/2/06 Heritage Vintage offers the look of real wood shake without the maintenance and safety concerns. (more)
8/3/2006	September will again be National Preparedness Month 8/3/06 For the third straight year, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will sponsor National Preparedness Month, along with a coalition of more than 200 national, regional, state and local organizations. (more)
8/4/2006	Owens Corning & Saint-Gobain Announce Intent to Merge Reinforcements Businesses 8/4/06 Customers benefit from improved technology, expanded product range and geographic reach (more)
8/5/2006	It's Very Hot -- But So Is New Home Technology New Materials, Products Bring Green to the Mainstream 8/5/06 Members of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) are increasingly using new products, supplies and technologies that can lower gas, electric and water consumption and costs. (more)
8/8/2006	July Hot for Nation, Tepid for Small Business 8/7/06 NFIB Small-Business Optimism Index for the month managed to creep up 1.4 points from the prior month to 98.1 (more)
8/9/2006	How Does Your Salary Stack Up? 8/8/06 Roofing Contractor Reveals the Results of its 2006 Salary and Benefits Survey (more)
8/9/2006	Congress Passes Landmark Pension Reform Legislation 8/9/06 Labor and Management Communities Applaud Bipartisan Legislation to Preserve Defined Benefit Plans for Millions of American Workers (more)
8/10/2006	Contact Lumber achieves ISO 9001 compliance for quality standards 8/10/06 Contact Lumber Company, a leading manufacturer of wood components, mouldings, and millwork, has received notification from the International Organization for Standardization that its quality management and controls are in compliance with ISO 9001:2000. (more)
8/11/2006	Follansbee Metal Roof Continues Tradition of Centuries-Old Farmhouse 8/11/06 A Follansbee(r) Terne II(r) metal roof blends old and new atop the newest addition to an historic Sparks, MD farmhouse. (more)
8/14/2006	Faze Deisel Boost Gauge 8/14/06 In response to the growing popularity of turbocharged diesel trucks and SUVs, Faze Gauge now offers a boost gauge to help owners keep their engine functioning properly. (more)
8/15/2006	Patriot painter putting flags atop rooftops in 50 states 8/15/06 The New York City artist is on a mission to paint the American flag on 50 rooftops in 50 states by the end of the year. (more)
8/17/2006	CertainTeed’s Fiber Cement Siding and Luxury Roofing to be Featured on MIT Prototype Home 8/17/06 The Open Prototype Initiative was formed to develop a series of home protypes that test new model designs for highly responsive, personalized homes that can be built quickly and cost effectively. (more)
8/18/2006	Flowserve Sponsors Sankaraiyer Gopalakrishnan-Flowserve Pump Technology Award 8/18/06 Company memorializes renowned Flowserve pump engineer, technologist and teacher with ASME honor (more)
8/21/2006	MRCA Foundation Announces 2006 Scholarship Recipients 8/21/06 The MRCA Foundation is proud to have assisted over 30 students in continuing their education since its inception. MRCA congratulations the following students who were selected as 2006-07 MRCA Foundation scholarship recipients: (more)
8/22/2006	Proposals to establish passport requirements 8/22/06 To provide vital information to the general public, the Departments of Homeland Security and State have issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM). (more)
8/23/2006	New Workplace Fatality Data 8/23/06 Assistant Secretary of Labor for OSHA, Edwin G. Foulke, Jr. issued the following statement about the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries in 2005, released today. (more)
8/24/2006	SMRCA Announces Scholarship Winners 8/24/06 The Governors for the scholarship Grant Committee awarded four Scholarship Grants to college bound students (more)
8/25/2006	Academies on Latest Innovations in Project Delivery To Be Held By the CSI 8/25/06 The Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) will hold The CSI Academies for professionals in the construction industry, in Snowbird, Utah, October 16-18, 2006, at the world-renowned Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort. (more)
8/28/2006	Construction Materials Costs heat up despite PPI cooling 8/28/06 'Owners Should Not Assume Inflation Is Going Away,' Simonson Warns, Citing New School Index (more)
8/30/2006	Racial diversity an asset for businesses 8/30/06 Racial diversity in a company's workforce leads to improved business performance and volume (more)
8/31/2006	OSHA Revises Respiratory Protection Standards 8/31/06 New Assigned Protection Factors (APFs) for respiratory protection programs are being incorporated into the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) respiratory protection standard, the agency announced today. (more)
9/1/2006	IRS Issues Procedure for Efficiency Deduction 8/1/06 The Internal Revenue Service published an advance copy notice detailing how commercial building owners or leaseholders can qualify for a tax deduction for making their building energy efficient. (more)
9/4/2006	Two Industry Veterans Retire from CertainTeed 9/4/06 CertainTeed Corp. announced the retirement of Marcia Hannah and Rudy Lee from its roofing products group. Hannah, the company’s vice president of marketing, will retire after 30 years of service. (more)
9/5/2006	Updated version of ANSI/SPRI Fastener Standard FX-1 now available 9/5/06 SPRI, the association representing sheet membrane and component suppliers to the commercial roofing industry, developed this standard for measuring the pullout resistance of roofing fasteners in field conditions. (more)
9/6/2006	ATLAS Enhances Specialty Sales Staff 9/6/06 Atlas Roofing Corporation has reorganized its Tapered Services Group by relocating its regional offices into its Atlanta headquarters. (more)
9/7/2006	Energy Efficient Reflective Insulation Can Qualify for Federal Tax Incentives 9/7/06 Installing reflective insulation from Fi-Foil® Co. can qualify building owners for federal tax credits on new construction or renovations to commercial metal buildings because of its energy savings and interior radiant control properties. (more)
9/8/2006	Last day to register with Early Bird prices! Register today! After the 9th, $20 must be added to each trade show pass, day pass or full registration, so don't miss out on the great savings! CERTA Train-the-Trainer classes will be held on Tuesday, October 10th. Class size is limited, so don't lose your space.. register NOW!
9/8/2006	Cool Metal Roofing 9/8/06 As summer heats up, homeowners across the country are investing in new, more energy-efficient and sustainable ways to cool their homes. (more)
9/11/2006	DEWALT Introduces MOBILELOCK™ GPS Locator with Anti-Theft Alarm 9/11/06 DEWALT Expands Security Business with Addition of Unique GPS Alarm System Designed for Construction Industry (more)
9/12/2006	Stormguard Hurricane Testing Under Florida Standards 9/12/06 Polygal Inc. is pleased to announce that on the 30th of August 2006 testing was successfully completed. (more)
9/13/2006	Workers feel safer at home than at work; opposite is true 9/13/06 In the National Safety Council (NSC) 2006 American Worker Safety Survey, accidental injury, which is the leading cause of death for people under 40 and the fifth leading cause of death for all ages, followed violent crime and natural disasters as the top safety concerns among American workers. (more)
9/14/2006	Quiet Solution Introduces Lowest Cost Soundproofing Panel on the Market 9/14/06 QuietRock(R) 510 Available for As Low As $49.95 MSRP (more)
9/15/2006	OSHA Accepting Comments on Hazard Communication and the Globally Harmonized System of Classification 9/15/06 Agency introduces new guidance document on GHS (more)
9/18/2006	Filers affected by Hurricane Katrina given extended deadline to file Form 5500 9/18/06 The U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) is providing an extension of the deadline for filing Form 5500 series annual returns/reports to October 16, 2006 to filers affected by Hurricane Katrina. (more)
9/18/2006	Carlisle Honors Buysse Roofing of St. Cloud for their Excellence in Single-Ply 9/19/06 Carlisle SynTec Incorporated, the leading manufacturer of single ply roofing recently recognized Buysse Roofing of St. Cloud as being a member of Carlisle’s Excellence in Single-Ply (ESP) - an elite group of authorized applicators. (more)
9/19/2006	2006 EEO-1 Report deadline is September 30 9/19/06 The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) urged employers to send in the annual EEO-1 Report to meet the fast approaching September 30 deadline, as required by federal law. (more)
9/20/2006	ACH Foam Technologies Acquires Allied Foam 9/20/06 ACH Foam Technologies announced its acquisition of Allied Foam Products of Gainesville, Ga. (more)
9/21/2006	Atlas Roofing Introduces Signature Select Program 9/21/06 ATLANTA — Atlas Roofing Corp. announced the introduction of its Signature Select roofing program, an opportunity for contractors to offer special warranty protection to homeowners when they choose a total Atlas Signature Select system. (more)
9/22/2006	Overuse of PDAs causing repetitive stress injuries 9/22/06 According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, musculoskeletal disorders, which include repetitive strain injuries, accounted for a third of all workplace injuries reported in 2003 (more)
9/25/2006	CertainTeed Enters Cool Roof Market with CoolStar™ Energy-Saving Reflectant Surface 9/25/06 CertainTeed Corporation is proud to unveil Flintglas® Mineral Surfaced Cap Sheet with CoolStar™ energy-saving reflectant surface. (more)
9/26/2006	Eye protection program reduces incidents, workers’ comp costs 9/26/06 OSHA recently posted a Success Story to its website highlighting the impact of a formal eye protection program on eye injury incidents and related workers' compensation costs for forklift and golf cart operators. (more)
9/27/2006	Green Is The New Color For Fall, NAHB Says 9/27/06 As the nation’s homeowners greet the first day of fall, they’re also bracing for an anticipated hike in their heating bills. (more)
9/28/2006	Study determines cost of materials a big issue for small businesses 9/28/06 The International Profits Associates Small Business Research Board conducted a study to determine small-business owners' confidence and views about economic and business issues. (more)
9/29/2006	CertainTeed Teams With Sprint/Nextel to Offer Discounts on Wireless Service to Customers 9/29/06 CertainTeed Corporation is pleased to announce a new offering that allows its distributors, dealers and credentialed contractors to receive special discounts on wireless phone and technology services. (more)
10/3/2006	Safety bulletin warns of hazards of falling dump truck beds 10/3/06 OSHA has issued a Safety and Health Information Bulletin (SHIB) to alert employers and employees who service or maintain dump trucks or haulage trucks about the hazard of falling dump truck beds. (more)
10/4/2006	Drug-Free Work Week scheduled for October 16-22 10/4/06 The purpose of Drug-Free Work Week is to educate employers, employees, and the general public about the importance of being drug-free as a component of improving workplace safety and health. (more)
10/5/2006	New Green Roof System Reduces Need for Costly Irrigation 10/5/06 Uses Zeba® Superabsorbent in Soil for Faster Growth with Less Water (more)
10/6/2006	ARMA and BHMA Offer High-Wind Standards for Severe Windstorms and Hurricanes 10/6/06 With hurricane season upon us, experts are reminding builders and homeowners about new wind-resistance standards for products such as doors and roofing shingles. (more)
10/9/2006	OSHA Issues Hexavalent Chromium Guidance for Small Businesses 10/09/06 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) today issued safety and health guidance to help small businesses comply with the Agency's new hexavalent chromium(Cr(VI)) requirements for general industry, construction and shipyards. (more)
10/10/2006	Heat reducing transparent roofing 10/10/06 Lexan Solar Control IR, from GE Plastics, is an innovative heat reducing transparent roofing polycarbonate product that significantly reduces solar transmission, while simultaneously allowing high levels of light transmission. (more)
10/11/2006	Corrugated sheet suitable as roofing material 10/11/06 Model WT-12 from Taizhou Weiersha Building Materials Co. Ltd is a corrugated PC sheet suitable as roofing material. (more)
10/11/2006	MRCA Introduces New Member Service MRCA Introduces MRCA HR Pro, an online human resource, regulatory compliance and safety training system designed to insure compliance with state and federal employment as well as OSHA regulations.
10/12/2006	New Advanced Vegetative Roof System 10/12/06 Columbia Green Technologies introduced Advanced Vegetative Roof System, AVRS, a new green roof system. (more)
10/13/2006	PG&E Offers the Coolest 'Cool Roof' Rebates to Homeowners 10/13/06 Pacific Gas and Electric Company's new "Cool Roof" rebate program is the coolest in the nation. (more)
10/16/2006	Elk Completes Acquisition of SlateDirect 10/16/06 Acquisition Will Expand Elk's Hybrid Roofing Line to Include a Unique Slate Product (more)
10/17/2006	Expanded Financing Program Gives CertainTeed-Credentialed Contractors Competitive Edge 10/17 CertainTeed Corporation is pleased to announce it has expanded its arrangement with GB Home Equity – Home Improvement Lending (GBHIL) to give professional CertainTeed-credentialed contractors an easier way of offering financing to potential homeowner customers. (more)
10/18/2006	NRCA Announces Call for Design Award Entries 10/18 The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has announced a call for entries for its 2007 SpecRight Excellence in Design Awards program. (more)
10/19/2006	NRF Merges with the Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress 10/19 The National Roofing Foundation's (NRF's) board of trustees and The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress' Steering Committee have combined to form one board—the alliance board of trustees. (more)
10/20/2006	MRCA Announces New Officers and Board of Directors 10/20 The Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) has announced a new slate of officers and directors for the 2007 year. (more)
10/23/2006	Steinkuhler Elected President of Midwest Roofing Contractors Association 10/23 The Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) has announced that Kurt Steinkuhler, George Groh & Sons, Emporia, Kansas, has been elected President of the Midwest Roofing Contractors Association for the 2007 year. (more)
10/24/2006	NRCA Disaster Relief Video Wins Award 10/24 INTERCOM annually honors exceptional work for educational, corporate-sponsored, industrial and interactive productions. (more)
10/25/2006	EPA requires “immediate notification” after a hazardous substance release 10/25 EPA rules require the owner or operator of a facility to immediately notify the appropriate agencies when a hazardous substance is released. (more)
10/26/2006	Beating the Elements: ; Metal Roof Sales Are Through the Ceiling 10/26 A new tax credit - $500 if you install an Energy Star-rated metal roof this year or next - is making metal roofs even more popular. (more)
10/27/2006	LOI: If older ladders not in compliance, fall protection needed 10/27 OSHA Letter of Interpretation (LOI) states that if a contractor does not have the authority to correct a violative condition that its employees are exposed to, then that employer would be required to take reasonable steps to get the violative condition corrected by the controlling employer. (more)
10/30/2006	Statement by U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao On 2005 Workplace Injury and Illness Rates 10/30 Overall Rate is Lowest on Record (more)
10/31/2006	It’s a bright future for roof tiles 10/31 With a shift toward textured surfaces both inside and out, Boral Roofing has put a twist on terracotta, with the launch of eight fresh colours to its Shaped Terracotta collection. (more)
11/1/2006	CertainTeed to Receive Prominent Exposure on NASCAR® Driver Jeff Green’s Chevrolet 11/1 CertainTeed to Receive Prominent Exposure on NASCAR® Driver Jeff Green’s Chevrolet at Upcoming Bass Pro Shops 500 (more)
11/2/2006	EPA report: Americans recycling more 11/2 Americans are recycling more and throwing away less according to a new report released by EPA. (more)
11/3/2006	Study: Key job-satisfaction factors change with age 11/3 The American Business Collaboration (ABC) released the results of its “New Career Paradigm” study, which shows that the factors that make people satisfied with their jobs change from decade to decade. (more)
11/3/2006	IRS Announces 2007 Standard Mileage Rate 11/3 The 2007 optional standard mileage rate will be 48.5 cents per mile for business miles driven, (more)
11/6/2006	Demand for Roofing Materials in China Set to Increase Over the Next Five Years 11/6 Research and Markets has announced the addition of Chinese Markets for Roofing Materials to their offering (more)
11/7/2006	ElkCorp. Competitor Seeks Merger -- Shares Go Through the Roof 11/7 This morning, ElkCorp announced they engaged in a review of strategic alternatives, which could include a possible merger or sale of the Company. (more)
11/7/2006	Lower Health Inflation This Year 11/8 This year shows the slowest rate of health care inflation since 2001... (more)
11/9/2006	U.S. Supreme Court to address statute of limitations for filing disparate pay claims 11/9 This term, the U.S. Supreme Court is expected to decide how far back a plaintiff can reach when seeking damages in a disparate pay claim under Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. (more)
11/10/2006	Report highlights best ways to manage FMLA programs 11/10 Human resource and employee benefits managers can now better understand the significant impact of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) thanks to findings from the 2006 FMLA Leadership Series, a joint initiative of Liberty Mutual and the Disability Management Employer Coalition. (more)
11/13/2006	New Snap-On Arched Coping Eliminates Exposed Fasteners 11/13 Metal-Era Inc., the national leader of perimeter edge roofing systems, introduces a new version of our popular Arched Coping: Snap-On Arched Coping (more)
11/14/2006	A New Way Demonstrated to Keep a Roof Over Your Head 11/14 A demonstration of a device designed to assure that your roof does not blow off during a hurricane. (more)
11/15/2006	New Product Idea Available 11/15 "MOSIER'S WELD" Modified Roof Welding Tool Invented (more)
11/16/2006	New Haas/CNC Race Shop Features CertainTeed Roofing and Duct Insulation 11/16 CertainTeed Corporation is proud to announce that an expansive, new race shop for NASCAR’s Haas CNC Racing Team, features both a CertainTeed roof and HVAC duct insulation. (more)
11/17/2006	Sullair Announces New 1100e \| 1500e \| 1800e 11/17 Sullair Corporation announces the introduction of the 1100e, 1500e, and 1800e encapsulated series of compressors to the company’s established line of industrial air compressors (more)
11/20/2006	Eagle Roofing Products To Build Texas Manufacturing Facility 11/20 Expanding its national presence in the tile roofing market, Eagle Roofing Products today announced plans to build a new concrete roof tile manufacturing plant in Midlothian, Texas. (more)
11/21/2006	The Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues, Inc. (RICOWI) 11/21 RICOWI Founding Member Retires / New Board Members Appointed (more)
11/22/2006	Water Soluble Residue Found on Asphalt Roofing Products (“Tobacco-Juicing”) 11/22 The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association [ARMA] has announced the publication and availability of ARMA’s newest steep slope roofing technical bulletin: “Water Soluble Residue Found on Asphalt Roofing Products (‘Tobacco-Juicing’)”. (more)
11/23/2006	High Wind Framing Connection Guide Helps Industry Meet New Building Codes 11/23 New companion guide, along with training, saves code officials and contractors time posted (more)
11/24/2006	2005 Occupational Injuries and Illnesses with Days away from Work 11/24 Statement by Edwin G. Foulke Jr., Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health On 2005 Occupational Injuries and Illnesses with Days away from Work (more)
11/27/2006	OSHA issues new guidance for Avian flu 11/27 OSHA recently unveiled a new safety and health guidance that alerts employees and employers about the hazards of occupational exposure to avian influenza from infected birds, or "avian flu," and provides practical recommendations on ways to avoid infection. (more)
11/28/2006	Acquiring FREE OSHA Publications and Posters 11/28 SMRCA has learned of a few cases in which individuals, falsely identifying themselves as Department of Labor or OSHA employees, contact employers threatening fines if they do not purchase specific materials. (more)
11/29/2006	DuPont Introduces First Breathable Roofing Barrier to Boost Homes' Energy Efficiency 11/29 DuPont Tyvek® AtticWrap™ Helps Reduce Heating, Cooling Costs Up to 20 Percent (more)
11/30/2006	DECRA Celebrates 50th Anniversary 11/30 DECRA Roofing Systems Inc. announced the upcoming 50th anniversary of DECRA Stone Coated Steel Roofing. (more)
12/1/2006	Energy Costs Worry Small-Business Owners 12/1 Fewer than half have taken steps to reduce consumption (more)
12/4/2006	MRCA Members Only Reminder 12/4 The deadline is coming up for the vote on the Admendment to the Articles of Incorporation. Ballots must be received by MRCA in order to be counted by 11:59 p.m. on December 15, 2006. (more)
12/5/2006	CertainTeed CertaPro™ Insulation Installed In New Shreveport Hilton Hotel 12/5 One million square feet of CertainTeed Corporation’s CertaPro™ Fiber Glass Batt Insulation is being installed in a beautiful, new 12-story Hilton Hotel in Shreveport, Louisiana. (more)
12/6/2006	OSHA Administrator Announces New Appointments at OSHA 12/6 OSHA recently announced key executive personnel appointments at the agency, including the appointment of two deputy assistant secretaries and a new chief of staff. (more)
12/7/2006	Cement-based roofing, siding here to stay 12/7 Need strong and durable roofing and siding that's fireproof, rot-resistant and insect-repelling, too? (more)
12/8/2006	The Sky's the Limit for Metal Roofing 12/8 Durable metal roofing saves energy by reflecting heat—an important consideration in hot climates. (more)
12/12/2006	PBGC sets 2007 maximum insurance benefit for underfunded pension plans 12/12 The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) today announced that the maximum insurance benefit for participants in underfunded pension plans terminating in 2007 is $49,500 per year for those who retire at age 65. (more)
12/13/2006	Indianapolis Takes Most-Affordable Title For Fifth Consecutive Quarter 12/13 Indianapolis, Ind., maintained its strong grip on the title of most affordable major U.S. housing market in the third quarter of 2006, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Opportunity Index (HOI), released today. (more)
12/14/2006	Carlisle SynTec Reaches Milestone 12/14 Carlisle SynTec Inc. announced the sale of the one-billionth square foot of its Sure-Weld TPO membrane. (more)
12/15/2006	Owens Corning Emerges From Bankruptcy 12/15 Owens Corning announced its plan of reorganization is now effective, marking the company’s emergence from Chapter 11 Bankruptcy protection. (more)
12/18/2006	Polyglass Appoints COO 12/18 Polyglass USA appointed Andy Hastings as the chief operating officer of the company. (more)
12/19/2006	OMG promotes seven employees to key positions in two sales divisions 12/19 Ongoing company growth brings staffing changes: (more)
12/20/2006	Bipartisan Storm Water Reform Bill would cut Housing Costs, Protect the Enviroment 12/20 This measure, along with House companion bill H.R. 5558, will serve as an excellent starting point for the 110th Congress to address this important issue when it convenes next month. (more)
12/21/2006	Green Building: Not as Complicated as You Think, Says NAHB 12/21 NAHB's Model Green Home Building Guidelines are about to celebrate their second birthday. Designed to help bring residential green building into the mainstream. (more)
12/22/2006	MRCA wishes everyone a wonderful Holiday Season and a Safe and Prosperous 2007! Our offices will be closed for the holiday season December 25th and 26, as well as January 1st.
12/25/2006	OSHA Unveils New Hurricane Recovery and Response Work eMatrix 12/25 Employers and employees involved in hurricane cleanup and recovery efforts will benefit from a new Web-based resource (more)
12/26/2006	Federal agencies publish rules on nondiscrimination provisions of HIPAA 12/26 The rules will be effective on the first day of the plan year beginning on or after July 1, 2007. (more)
12/27/2006	ElkCorp OKs Takeover by Carlyle Group 12/27 ElkCorp, which manufactures roofing and building products, on Monday said it agreed to a takeover by the private equity firm Carlyle Group for about $827 million in cash. (more)
12/28/2006	OSHA Seeking Comments on Third Phase of Standards Improvement Process 12/28 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is seeking comments until Feb. 20, 2007, on phase three of its Standards Improvement Project (SIPs III) (more)
12/29/2006	FMCSA proposes safety process changes for new motor carriers 12/29 The audit that new motor carriers are required to undergo shortly after going into business will become a little harder to pass if newly proposed rules from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) go into effect. (more)
1/1/2007	New Home Sales Rise 3.4 Percent In November 1/1 The U.S. Commerce Department reported today that sales of newly built, single-family homes rose 3.4 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.05 million units in November. (more)
1/2/2007	MRCA Member - Beldon Roofing Co. ranked as Texas' largest roofing contractor 1/2 Beldon Enterprises Inc., the parent company of Beldon Roofing Co., has been recognized as one of the largest roofing contractors in the nation. (more)
1/3/2007	Long-Awaited Reform of TRI Rule Praised by Small Business 1/3 Revised Rule will Reduce Unnecessary Paperwork, and Reward Good Environmental Behavior (more)
1/4/2007	Firestone to Build New Southern Distribution Center 1/4 Firestone Building Products Company recently announced plans to build a new distribution center adjacent to its existing EPDM manufacturing plant and distribution center in Prescott, Ark. (more)
1/5/2007	Workers confident that employer-sponsored healthcare coverage will meet their needs 1/5 Most adults with employer-sponsored health insurance feel very or somewhat confident that their coverage will meet their needs in the upcoming year (more)
1/8/2007	CertainTeed® Brand Now Includes North America’s Most Comprehensive Line of Building Products 1/8 CertainTeed Corporation is pleased to announce the addition of gypsum wall board and ceiling tiles to its CertainTeed®-branded line of interior and exterior building products. (more)
1/9/2007	MRCA appreciates the dedication and commitment of our new members! 1/9 Congratulations to the following members. Welcome to your association. Thank you for joining us! (more)
1/10/2007	Data available on 2005 alcohol-related fatalities 1/10 Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Mary E. Peters recently released state-by-state data for 2005 showing that alcohol-impaired driving remains one of the nation's deadliest crimes. (more)
1/11/2007	November contracts increased 4 percent 1/11 McGraw-Hill Construction, a division of The McGraw-Hill Cos., New York, has reported construction starts increased 4 percent in November. (more)
1/12/2007	CertainTeed® Presidential Shake™ Impact Resistant Luxury Shingle Combines Wood Shake Style 1/12 CertainTeed Corporation is pleased to offer building professionals more UL 2218 Class 4 roofing options with the introduction of the Presidential Shake™ Impact Resistant (IR) luxury shingle (more)
1/15/2007	Two Hands Needed to Talk About Construction Spending 1/15 Simonson Contrasts 'Torrid' Nonresidential, Multifamily Gains with Single-Family Slippage (more)
1/16/2007	BMCA Increases Offer to Buy ElkCorp 1/16 ElkCorp indicated its board would review BMCA’s offer and make a recommendation to shareholders. (more)
1/16/2007	House Dems Push Minimum Wage Increase 1/16 The House passed a bill Jan. 10 raising the minimum wage from $5.15 to $7.25 an hour in three stages over 26 months. (more)
1/17/2007	OMG Acquires Roofing Business from ITW Buildex 1/17 OMG Inc. announced it has acquired ITW Buildex’s roofing business segment, which develops and manufactures fastening systems for the commercial roofing industry. (more)
1/18/2007	Sarnafil Changes Name to Sika Sarnafil Inc. 1/18 Thermoplastic roofing manufacturer Sarnafil Inc. has announced its name has officially changed to Sika Sarnafil Inc. (more)
1/19/2007	CertainTeed Corporation Helps Spanish-Speaking Roofing Professionals Succeed 1/19 CertainTeed Corporation Helps Spanish-Speaking Roofing Professionals Succeed in Industry Through Leadership Training Course (more)
1/22/2007	Contractors' Agenda Focuses on Global Economic Competitiveness 1/22 Strategic Investments and Favorable Tax and Regulatory Environment Needed (more)
1/22/2007	New requirement for passports begins January 23 1/22 The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of State have issued a reminder that beginning January 23, 2007; citizens of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Bermuda will be required to present a passport to enter the United States when arriving by air from any part of the Western Hemisphere. (more)
1/23/2007	Carlyle Raises Bid for ElkCorp 1/23 ElkCorp said Monday that the private-equity firm Carlyle Group has raised its bid for the maker of roofing and building products to about $927 million to match a competing offer. (more)
1/24/2007	Final rule addresses unemployment compensation eligibility 1/24 The U.S. Department of Labor published a final rule in the Federal Register codifying a longstanding policy requiring unemployment compensation (UC) beneficiaries to be able and available to work. (more)
1/25/2007	An AES Solution to Fall Protection and Safety 1/25 Introducing the AES Raptor – a new Multipurpose Mobile Fall Protection System (more)
1/26/2007	The EPA announces revised Toxics Release Inventory rule 1/26 The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a change to the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) rule in an effort to help small businesses reduce paperwork. (more)
1/29/2007	IRS announces Modernized e-File available for partnership returns 1/29 The International Revenue Service (IRS) has announced that partnership taxpayers can use the Modernized e-File (MeF) platform to electronically file tax year 2006 Form 1065, U.S. Return of Partnership Income, and Form 1065-B, U.S. Return of Income for Electing Large Partnerships. (more)
1/30/2007	Employers Must Post Illness/Injury Summaries Beginning Feb. 1, 2007 1/30 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration today reminded employers that beginning Feb. 1, they must post a summary of the total number of job-related injuries and illnesses that occurred during 2006. (more)
2/1/2007	CertainTeed Corporation Unveils New Generation of Duct Liner with ToughGard® MAX 2/1 Duct liner just got tougher, with the introduction of ToughGard® MAX Duct Liner from CertainTeed Corporation. (more)
2/2/2007	Polyglass Creates New Business Units 2/2 Polyglass USA has developed two new regional business units and appointed their respective managers. (more)
2/5/2007	OSHA Seeking Nominations for Advisory Committee On Construction Safety and Health 2/5 The Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced today in the Federal Register that nominations are being accepted for persons to serve on the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health (ACCSH). (more)
2/6/2007	The Carlyle Group pulls out of bid war for ElkCorp 2/6 The Carlyle Group, Washington D.C., has notified ElkCorp, Dallas, that it will not submit a revised proposal in response to the latest offer from an affiliate of Building Materials Corp. of America, Wayne, N.J. (more)
2/7/2007	Nonresidential Construction Jobs Jump as Residential Retreats 2/7 Simonson Cites ‘Sizzling’ Growth in Nonresidential Building, Heavy Construction, Architectural/Engineering (more)
2/8/2007	President's FY 2008 Budget Request For OSHA 2/8 President's FY 2008 Budget Request for Department of Labor's OSHA Will Increase Federal Enforcement and Compliance Assistance (more)
2/9/2007	U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA Unveils New Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for Influenza Pandemic 2/9 The Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) today unveiled new workplace safety and health guidance that will help employers prepare for an influenza pandemic. (more)
2/12/2007	Metal Era Inc Offers Online Continuing Education 2/12 Metal-Era Inc., the national leader of perimeter edge roofing systems, is proud to announce that it will be once again be offering its monthly online continuing education program, Understanding ANSI/SPRI ES-1. Metal-Era’s continuing partnership with the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Roof Consultants Institute (RCI) allows design professionals to receive continuing education credit for this course. (more)
2/13/2007	New York City acts to improve scaffolding safety 2/13 New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg recently announced the first steps in the city’s plan to better protect workers on suspended scaffolds. (more)
2/14/2007	Firestone Gives Again To Roofing Foundation 2/14 Indianapolis-based Firestone Building Products Co. recently donated $5,000 to the Lawrence, Kan.-based Midwest Roofing Contractors Association Foundation. (more)
2/15/2007	Builders Embrace Green Building To Save Energy, Conserve Resources 2/15 Alaska home builder Jack Hebert told Congress today that the housing industry is committed to implementing green building techniques that reduce energy consumption in both new and existing homes, improve indoor and outdoor air quality and conserve water and natural resources. (more)
2/16/2007	Report: 55+ Population To Reach 85 Million By 2014 2/16 A new report from the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) 50+ Housing Council predicts that 40 percent of all households will be headed by someone 55 or older by 2012. (more)
2/19/2007	OSHA Releases New "It's The Law" Poster 2/19 The Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) today announced publication of its new "It's The Law" poster. (more)
2/20/2007	Minimum wage increase: Ways and Means passes tax relief for small businesses 2/20 After the Senate approved the minimum wage increase (with tax breaks for small companies) the bill went back to the House where the Ways and Means Committee passed H.R. 976, the Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2007 by unanimous consent. The bill is expected to be reviewed by the full House of Representatives this week. (more)
2/21/2007	Nemechek and the CertainTeed Chevrolet Rebound to Finish 9th in the Daytona 500 2/21 For a good portion of Sunday's Daytona 500 Joe Nemechek battled a number of problems, including the loss of power steering to his CertainTeed Chevrolet. His track position was at the back of the pack and he never really found himself in the lead draft on the 2.5-mile oval. (more)
2/22/2007	OMG Introduces OlyBond™ NightShot™ Temporary Sealant for Roofing Projects 2/22 OMG, Inc., a leading manufacturer of fasteners and building products for the commercial and residential construction industry, has unveiled the new OlyBond NightShot temporary tie-in. (more)
2/23/2007	Castro Roofing of Texas Wins Their 6th NTRCA Golden Hammer Award 2/23 Castro Roofing of Texas, Inc. (An MRCA Member) received one of three 2006 Golden Hammer Awards given out at NTRCA's 7th Annual Awards Banquet. (more)
2/26/2007	Housing Expected to Improve as the Year Progresses 2/26 It is only a matter of time before housing begins to recover from its first major downturn in about 15 years, said industry economists speaking last week at the International Builders’ Show in Orlando, Fla., (more)
2/27/2007	SPRI Report Documents Industry Growth 2/27 On the eve of its 25th anniversary in March, the Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI) association released statistics showing dramatic increases in acceptance, growth and enhanced field performance of single-ply and modified bitumen roof systems. (more)
2/28/2007	U.S. Labor Department Presents Federal Safety and Health Achievement Awards during Ceremony 2/28 The U.S. Department of Labor celebrated the extension of the presidential Safety, Health and Return to Employment (SHARE) initiative and presented achievement awards Thursday, Feb. 15, to five federal agencies that obtained exemplary results during the initiative's first three years. (more)
3/1/2007	IB Roof Systems Helps Fight MD 3/1 IB Roof Systems donated $5,000 to the nonprofit Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy organization in support of the fight against muscular dystrophy. (more)
3/1/2007	2007 MRCA Regional Conference Register Online Now! The 2007 MRCA Regional Conference will be held May 8-9 at the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel in Overland Park, Kans.
3/2/2007	Fatigue in the workplace costs billions of dollars from lost productivity 3/2 Nearly 40 percent of U.S. workers experience fatigue, a problem that carries billions of dollars in costs from lost productivity, according to a study in the January Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, official publication of the ACOEM. (more)
3/5/2007	Number of discrimination charges increased in 2006 3/5 The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) received a total of 75,768 discrimination charges against private sector employers in 2006. This is the first increase in charge filings since 2002. (more)
3/6/2007	Apollo Management makes a strategic investment in Bradco Supply 3/6 Apollo Management, New York, has made a strategic investment in Bradco Supply Corp., Avenel, N.J. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. (more)
3/7/2007	State law and regulation changes in 2007 3/7 A number of states have enacted legislative regulation changes in 2007. (more)
3/8/2007	DHS to propose rules for enhanced driver licenses 3/8 The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently announced that it had sent a proposal to the Federal Register to establish minimum standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards in compliance with the REAL ID Act of 2005. (more)
3/9/2007	New ASSE construction safety standard announced for hoists 3/9 The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) recently announced the approval of the new American National Standard Institute (ANSI) A10.22-2007 standard. (more)
3/12/2007	NAHB National Green Building Conference 3/12 9th Annual NAHB National Green Building Conference Comes To St. Louis (more)
3/13/2007	Remodeling Market Remains Steady In Slower Housing Market 3/13 Remodeling activity remained steady in the fourth quarter of 2006, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index (RMI) (more)
3/13/2007	The North/East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) Honors Robert J. Therrien, Jr. 3/13 The North/East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) honors Robert W. Therrien, Jr. with the Prestigious Clarence J. Carr Award (more)
3/14/2007	House Ignores Small Business During Entrepreneurship Week 3/14 House Approves Bill Denying Small-Business Owners and Workers the Protection of Private-Ballot Process (more)
3/15/2007	It Pays To Go Green 3/15 Campaign To Fight Global Warming Gives Tax Credits To People; Solar panels standard on all California Roofs (more)
3/16/2007	Raleigh becomes launch pad for national roofing store concept 3/16 Changing the model of an entire industry, Roof Design Center debuts the first full-service store for roofing in Raleigh on Saturday, March 24, 2007. (more)
3/19/2007	OMG Adds National Account Managers to Roofing Division 3/19 OMG, Inc. recently added two new National Account Managers to their expanding staff. Mike Binsfeld and Dan Schmidt will be responsible for the management and growth of key national roofing sales accounts. Both employees previously represented ITW Buildex (ITW) and were hired by OMG as part of the recent acquisition of the roofing division of ITW. (more)
3/20/2007	NRCA Releases Construction Details on CD-Rom 3/20 The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has released Construction Details on CD-ROM 2007, which includes the construction details contained in The NRCA Roofing Manual: Membrane Roof Systems—2007. (more)
3/21/2007	NRCA Announces FEI 2007 Graduates 3/21 MRCA members are Future Executives Institute (FEI) 2007 graduates. Click to check them out! (more)
3/22/2007	NRCA Releases the NRCA Roofing Manual 3/22 The manual provides in-depth information about the design, materials and installation of membrane roof systems commonly used for low-slope roof system applications. (more)
3/23/2007	OSHA Issues Revised Guide to Help Protect Employees from Amputation 3/23 The Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued Safeguarding Equipment and Protecting Employees from Amputations, (more)
3/26/2007	House announces legislation to extend OSH Act to public sector 3/26 The Fairness for State and Local Workers Act will widen the Occupational Safety and Health Act's protections to state, county, and municipal employees. (more)
3/26/2007	New ASSE construction safety standard announced for hoists 3/26 The standard, Safety Requirements for Rope-Guided and Non-Guided Workers’ Hoists, recognizes the need for protection of personnel from injury in construction and demolition operations. (more)
3/27/2007	OSHA's Top 25 violations for 2006 3/27 Every year, OSHA compiles statistics on violations to its standards. During 2006, there were 106,015 violations to standards ranging across all industry segments under federal OSHA jurisdiction, with adjusted penalties of nearly $34 million. (more)
3/28/2007	CertainTeed Insulation, Roofing Chosen to Appear in the Movie “Are We Done Yet?” 3/28 Moviegoers nationwide will see the company’s DryRight™ Fiber Glass Insulation as well as Landmark™ Premium asphalt roofing shingles in the upcoming Revolution Studios film “Are We Done Yet?.” (more)
3/29/2007	NRCA Elects Robert P. Daly Jr. President 3/29 Robert P. Daly Jr., president of Kaw Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc., Kansas City, Kan., was elected 2007-08 president of the National Roofing Contractors Association. (more)
3/30/2007	NRCA Elects Robert W. Therrien Jr. Senior Vice President 3/30 Robert W. Therrien Jr., president of The Melanson Co. Inc., Keene, N.H., was elected 2007-08 senior vice president of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) during NRCA's 120th Annual Convention (more)
3/30/2007	IRS announces taxpayer deadline extension 3/30 The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced taxpayers have until April 17 to file their 2006 tax returns and pay any taxes due. (more)
4/2/2007	ASSE announces new construction safety standard 4/2 The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) recently announced the approval of the new American National Standard Institute (ANSI)/ASSE A10.18-2007 standard. (more)
4/2/2007	The Dow Chemical Co. announces price increases for MDI and TDI 4/2 The Dow Chemical Co., Midland, Mich., has announced increases in its prices for VORANATE™ toluene diisocyanate (TDI) and methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) in North America. The price increases will be effective April 1 (more)
4/4/2007	Remodeling Industry Poised for Green Growth 4/4 Consumers want their remodeling projects green and remodelers already answer the call, according to recent research by the NAHB. (more)
4/5/2007	House Bill Advances Immigration Debate 4/5 Reps. Luis V. Gutierrez (D-Ill.) and Jeff Flake (R-Ariz.) moved the immigration debate forward by introducing the first major bill in the current Congress aimed at reforming and updating the nation's immigration and border security laws. (more)
4/6/2007	IB Roof Systems Introduces New Logo 4/6 IB Roof Systems has a new brand mark logo featuring the tagline, “Expect More.” (more)
4/9/2007	NFIB News Tip: How to Minimize the Chance of an Audit 4/9 Macey Davis, tax counsel for the National Federation of Independent Business, offers five tips on how to protect your small business if the IRS comes knocking this tax season. (more)
4/10/2007	Companies Rise to Global Warming Challenge 4/10 As the reality of global warming heats up, many companies are committing themselves to eco-friendly and socially responsible practices in order to curb greenhouse gas emissions. (more)
4/11/2007	HILTI Online Now Available in Spanish 4/11 Hilti Online provides instant access – 24 hours a day seven days a week – to product and technical information, including new product and product catalog information as well as news releases, in Spanish. (more)
4/12/2007	MRCA Members Receive Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress Awards 4/12 The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress announced the winners of the seventh annual Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards during NRCA's 120th Annual Convention. (more)
4/13/2007	ARMA Accident Prevention Contest Annouces 2006 Winners 4/13 The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) has announced the results of the Association’s prestigious Accident Prevention Contest. (more)
4/16/2007	CertainTeed® Facilities Receive Prestigious Global Awards for Health and Safety Achievements 4/16 Five CertainTeed® manufacturing sites have been honored by Saint-Gobain, the world’s largest building materials manufacturer and parent company of CertainTeed Corporation, for their exceptional commitment to promoting health and safety in the workplace. (more)
4/17/2007	OMG adds new CFO 4/17 Ned Woodbridge hired as Chief Financial Officer (more)
4/18/2007	Plant my roof, stretch my green 4/18 With eye toward environment, longevity, roofing gets back to nature. (more)
4/20/2007	As climate worries grow, cities turn green 4/20 The green-roof craze is now climbing city walls--and anyone with a green thumb can cash in. Business 2.0 Magazine reports. (more)
4/23/2007	Builder Confidence Recedes Further In April 4/23 Deepening problems in the subprime mortgage market continued to take a toll on builder confidence in April. (more)
4/24/2007	CertainTeed® Landmark™ Series Designer Shingles Hit a Home Run 4/24 CertainTeed® Landmark™ Series Designer Shingles Hit a Home Run at New Arkansas Minor League Ballpark (more)
4/25/2007	Georgia-Pacific Gypsum Expands Commercial Roofing Sales Team to Meet Growing Market Demands 4/25 Georgia-Pacific Gypsum LLC has appointed two new commercial roofing managers, Dan June and Tom Denton, to support DensDeck® Roof Board, DensDeck Prime® Roof Board and DensDeck DuraGuard® Roof Board sales. (more)
4/26/2007	Firestone Building Products and Eastern Architectural Representatives Continue Donating to NEREF 4/26 This year, the two companies achieved the original goal put into place in 2003 of donating $50,000 over the course of five years (more)
4/27/2007	FKI LOGISTEX Invests in Expanded Sales and Service Organization in Canada 4/27 Company veteran Steve McElweenie to head up FKI Logistex Canada (more)
4/30/2007	AGC and EPA Indentify ways to 'Green' Construction Equipment and Stay in the Black 4/30 The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) today released the findings of a joint study with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) focused on low-cost ways to reduce air emissions from nonroad construction equipment. (more)
5/1/2007	DHS anticipates revised Form I-9 5/1 Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 form is being worked on, but its release is several months away and is not anticipated before the end of the summer. (more)
5/2/2007	Upward trend in jobs and salaries for recent college graduates 5/2 Job prospects and starting salaries for recent college graduates are trending upward, according to CareerBuilder.com's annual survey. (more)
5/3/2007	U.S. employers may file for H-1B and H-2B work visas 5/3 Highly prized H-1B and H-2B work visas were made available to U.S. employers April 1 for an Oct. 1 start date. (more)
5/7/2007	OSHA & industry groups team up for Occupational Safety and Heath Week 5/7 The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), and the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE) will join together to help educate the public on the benefits of investing in occupational safety, health and environmental programs during North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week May 6-12, 2007. The theme for the event is "All Modes of Transportation." (more)
5/8/2007	DensDeck Prime Assemblies Exceed New FM Requirements 5/8 Georgia-Pacific Gypsum announced that recent FM Approvals tests give three different roof assemblies using DensDeck® Prime 225, 285 and 315 PSF listings, respectively (more)
5/9/2007	Green Roof Awards of Excellence Features 2006's Best 5/9 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities acknowledges the leading innovative and integrative green roof designs at its fifth annual conference and trade show. (more)
5/10/2007	Standing-Seam Metal Roofs 5/10 When a standing-seam metal roof is used to cap off a home, garage, or other structure, the builder’s axiom “water always wins” falls away like rain off the roof. (more)
5/11/2007	SynTec believes green roofing market is slated to grow 5/11 Carlisle SynTec Inc. is well known for the roofing materials it makes for commercial buildings and institutions. Now, it's becoming a player in the home-roofing market. (more)
5/14/2007	Green-roofing can help grow bottom line 5/14 Natural touch saves heating, cooling costs (more)
5/15/2007	OIG head presents DOT challenges 5/15 A few of the challenges presented were transportation safety, regulation enforcement, and data quality (more)
5/16/2007	Americans To Spend More Than $232 Billion On Home Remodeling In 2007 5/16 That represents a 1.9 percent increase from the record $228 billion spent in 2006, according to estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau. (more)
5/17/2007	ARMA Names Winners in Accident Prevention Contest 5/17 In 2006, 38 facilities improved their ARMA Index from the prior year. The winners of each group receive the Presidents Award, distinguishing them as the top ARMA Accident Prevention Contest facility for the year in their respective categories. (more)
5/18/2007	The Dow Chemical Co. announces foreign price increase for MDI 5/18 The Dow Chemical Co., Midland, Mich., has announced an increase in its price for methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the Indian subcontinent. (more)
5/21/2007	ASTM International announces call for entries for 2007 Advantage Award 5/21 For more information about the 2007 ASTM International Advantage Award, including competition rules, submission requirements and an official entry form, visit www.astm.org/advantageaward.htm. (more)
5/22/2007	California's Largest Roofing & Building Supply Company Goes Platinum 5/22 A.L.L. Roofing & Building Materials Corp. Celebrates Its 70th Anniversary (more)
5/23/2007	CertainTeed® Asphalt Roofing Shingles Top Historic Preservation Projects Around America 5/23 CertainTeed® luxury shingle line offers a variety of durable laminated asphalt shingles that complement historic homes and public buildings by creating the authentic look of cedar shake and slate with the benefits of asphalt. (more)
5/24/2007	OSHA Announces Targeted Inspection Plan for 2007 5/24 Agency targets approximately 4,150 high-hazard worksites (more)
5/25/2007	DOL rule will improve integrity in permanent labor certification program 5/25 The rule ends substitution, which occurs when employers replace one alien applicant with another without losing their places in the processing line. (more)
5/28/2007	The Dow Chemical Co. announces price increases for MDI and TDI in North America 5/28 The price increases will be effective June 1. (more)
5/29/2007	Metal-Era Offers Minority Business Credit 5/29 Minority credit is available on all Metal-Era product lines including our roof edges, private label products and airflow products. (more)
5/30/2007	Downtown Public Square wins national award for "green roof" 5/30 Sharing the award with Metro are two Nashville-based firms -- Hawkins Partners, Inc., a landscape architecture firm and Tuck Hinton Architects. (more)
5/31/2007	Hot weather brings fluid intake to forefront 6/1 As summer approaches, it’s important to remind workers of sun and heat hazards and ways to protect themselves. (more)
6/1/2007	Court supports OSHA's per-instance violations 6/1 The United States Court of Appeals Fifth Circuit has found that the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission’s (OSHRC) authority to set a penalty different from that proposed by OSHA does not entail the authority to change the number of violations charged and disregard the number of violations proven. (more)
6/4/2007	Minimum wage bill signed into effect 6/4 Last Friday afternoon, President Bush signed HR 2206, an appropriations bill that included an increase in the federal minimum wage. (more)
6/5/2007	EEOC issues new work/family balance guidance 6/5 The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) held a public meeting focusing on employer best practices to achieve work/family balance, and issued a guidance document on how agency-enforced laws apply to workers with caregiving responsibilities. (more)
6/6/2007	CPI Opens Foam School 6/6 CPI Inc (Construction Polymers International) announced the opening of its Foam School at its Barberton, Ohio, headquarters. (more)
6/8/2007	EnviroAire™ from Johns Manville Wins PCBC Cool Product Award 6/8 Premium Formaldehyde-free™ Air Duct System from Johns Manville Delivers Improved Indoor Air Quality, Enhanced Energy Efficiency, Better Acoustics and Home Comfort (more)
6/11/2007	Aduddell Industries Announces Extension with Sellers of New York Roofing Companies 6/11 David W. Aduddell Steps Down as Director of Corporate Development But Remains on the Board of Directors (more)
6/12/2007	Roofing Manufacturer Recognizes MRCA Contractors with the 2007 Master Contractor Award 6/12 Firestone gives special recognition to 15 MRCA member contractors who have earned the Master Contractor Award every year since its inception (more)
6/13/2007	D. C. Taylor Helps Reduce Hazardous Waste 6/13 The guide provides a concise explanation of the federal regulations administered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with respect to roofing materials that may be classified as hazardous waste. (more)
6/13/2007	(AP) Bush Offers Concession on Immigration 6/12 President Bush, hoping to salvage immigration overhaul legislation, has agreed to an upfront infusion of money for federal border security efforts in a concession designed to win over skeptical conservatives. (more)
6/14/2007	Grainger Donation Addresses Shortage of Skilled Employees in Construction Industry 6/14 North America's leading distributor of facilities maintenance supplies, today donated $20,000 to the Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) (more)
6/15/2007	NRCA's new officers and directors begin their terms 6/15 NRCA elected new officers and directors during its 120th Annual Convention and Exhibit held March 4-8 in Las Vegas. (more)
6/15/2007	President Bush Discusses Comprehensive Immigration Reform with Associated Builders and Contractors 6/14 Read Entire Speech Here (more)
6/18/2007	Duro-Last Teams Up With Open Energy 6/18 The alliance between the companies will enable both companies to take advantage of the robust market growth of PV installations on commercial, industrial and institutional facilities. (more)
6/19/2007	NAHB to Launch National Green Building Program 6/19 The board of directors of the National Association of Home Builders has approved the creation of a national green building program to provide a template for voluntary, market-driven green building all over the country. (more)
6/20/2007	OSHA announces new Directorate of Training and Education 6/20 "Our goal is to make OSHA the gold standard for safety and health training in the United States," said Assistant Secretary of Labor for OSHA Edwin G. Foulke, Jr. (more)
6/21/2007	TAMKO Combines Reliability of Steel with Energy-Saving Technology in MetalWorks Cool Colors 6/21 MetalWorks Shingles offer an excellent combination of aesthetics and performance making them the ideal choice for a wide range of residential and commercial applications. (more)
6/22/2007	Action Alert about labor reform bill debate 6/22 The US Senate is expected to debate the Employee Free Choice Act this week. (more)
6/25/2007	Legislation provides tax breaks for employers who support reservists 6/25 The bill includes provisions that will cut taxes for small businesses when they continue paying some salary to members of the National Guard and Reserve who are called to duty. (more)
6/26/2007	OSHA seeks proposals for $10.1 million in new safety and health training grants 6/26 OSHA awards funds to nonprofit organizations to provide training and education programs for employers and employees on safety and health topics selected by OSHA. (more)
6/27/2007	Tecta America Corp. appoints new chief operating officer 6/27 Tecta America Corp., Skokie, Ill., has appointed Mark Gaulin chief operating officer. (more)
6/28/2007	Firestone Strengthens Management Team 6/28 Firestone Building Products Company is pleased to welcome Bob Sterrett as plant manager of its TPO plant in Las Vegas. (more)
6/29/2007	ABC Supply Co. Inc. Receives Gallup Great Workplace Award 2007 6/29 ABC Supply Co. Inc – one of only 12 companies in the world to receive the award. (more)
6/30/2007	Senate immigration bill suffers crushing defeat 6/30 Opponents effectively killed President Bush's long-fought and emotion-laden Senate immigration bill Thursday when members voted against advancing the controversial legislation. (more)
7/2/2007	Superior Equipment Sales Chosen as CertainTeed® Select Distributor 7/2 The full-line HVAC products distributor serves Virginia and Eastern North Carolina and is one of seven companies nationwide chosen to participate in the CertainTeed® program. (more)
7/3/2007	"Robust" Nonresidential construction overpowered housing slump 7/3 Economist Simonson Expects Private Construction to Keep up the Pace, Weaker Public Spending (more)
7/4/2007	NRCA assists in new partnership programs 7/4 NRCA will be working with Washington, D.C.-based Rebuilding Together® (more)
7/5/2007	May Construction Jumps 8 Percent 7/5 At a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $612.1 billion, new construction starts in May climbed 8% from the previous month, (more)
7/6/2007	OSHA offers advice for working in summer heat 7/6 Now that summer has begun, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is reminding all employers and employees nationwide about its safety and health resources, especially those offering best practices for working in hot weather. (more)
7/9/2007	MRCA Announces Two NRCA/MRCA CERTA Train-the-Trainer Reauthorization Classes 7/9 MRCA will host two NRCA/MRCA CERTA Train-the-Trainer Reauthorization Classes - August 2 in Lenexa, Kansas (KC suburb) and October 24 in Nashville, Tennessee (in conjunction with the annual MRCA convention and trade show. (more)
7/10/2007	OSHA's hurricane response and recovery resources available for storm season 7/9 This summer and fall, hurricane relief employees stand to benefit from Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) products offering tips on safe and healthful work practices following a storm. (more)
7/11/2007	Builders Urge Congress to support market-driven building 7/11 NAHB today told Congress how its members have been in the forefront during the past decade in promoting and developing energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly construction techniques for the mainstream home builder. (more)
7/12/2007	BASF announces price increase for acrylic and styrene-acrylic latex 7/12 BASF attributed the price increase to increased raw material, feedstock, freight and energy costs. (more)
7/13/2007	Immigrants Race To Get U.S. Citizenship 7/13 Surge In Applications Comes Amid Heated Debate Over Immigration Bill (more)
7/16/2007	A green roof for a healthy city 7/16 "They insulate buildings, moderating hot and cold temperatures and reducing energy use." (more)
7/17/2007	MRCA Member Roofing Contractor Puts Safety First 7/17 “At Wm. Kramer & Son, Inc., nothing is more important than the safety of our employees,” commented company President Stephen M. Kramer. (more)
7/18/2007	Waterproofing Made Simple 7/18 All Style Industries introduces its latest product, the Retro-Spin Flashing™. (more)
7/19/2007	Louisiana Architect Endorses CertainTeed Two-Ply Modified Bitumen Roof Systems For Hurricane-Regions 7/19 In the rescue efforts that followed Hurricane Katrina, it also became apparent that the powerful downward thrust generated by helicopter blades during rescue efforts could put severe stress on the small temperature fissures in roof membranes and sometimes lift them off the roof. (more)
7/20/2007	Firestone Building Products Partners with Roofing Contractors to Benefit Local Communities 7/20 Firestone has rewarded qualified MRCA contractors with a material credit for Firestone products installed as part of a donated labor community service project. (more)
7/23/2007	The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress Assists with Roof System Research 7/23 The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress has partnered with Penn State University and will provide $100,000 to contribute to green roofing and solar energy research (more)
7/24/2007	Minimum Wage Posters 7/24 The federal minimum wage will go up to $5.85 per hour effective today! (more)
7/24/2007	New OSHA case study highlights benefits of comprehensive safety and health program 7/24 OSHA has released a new case study that shows how Ritrama, a signatory of the Graphic Arts Coalition alliance, realized lower workers' compensation premiums and higher productivity and quality after implementing a comprehensive safety and health program. (more)
7/25/2007	Legislation could provide tax incentives for wellness programs 7/25 Senators introduced new legislation — S1753 — that will encourage businesses to implement workplace wellness programs that produce results. (more)
7/26/2007	NRCA Offers Green Roof Systems Manual 7/26 The manual provides in-depth technical information regarding the design and installation of quality green roof systems. The focus of the manual is waterproofing aspects of green roof systems. (more)
7/27/2007	Saint-Gobain’s Wellness Program Receives National Recognition 7/27 Employees Say Program ‘Changed our lives’ (more)
7/30/2007	Metal-Era: Hi-Perf Ridge Vent mazimizes Net Free Air 7/30 Metal-Era, Inc., the national leader of perimeter edge roofing systems and the manufacturer of the new and innovative Structeavent ventilation products, introduces the newest engineered solution to the Metal-Era Airflow product line, the Hi-Perf Ridge Vent. (more)
7/31/2007	Rebate incentives increase demand for solar-panel roof systems 7/31 To access a list of rebate resources specific to your state, visit the U.S. Department of Energy's Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Web site. (more)
8/1/2007	MRCA Foundation Announces Scholarship Winners 8/1 The MRCA Foundation Board of Directors has awarded fourteen scholarships for the 2007-2008 academic years. (more)
8/2/2007	Owens Corning Agrees to Sell Its Siding Business 8/2 Owens Corning announced on July 17 that it has reached a definitive agreement to sell its Siding Solutions business to Saint-Gobain for $371 million. (more)
8/3/2007	June contracts increased 8 percent 8/3 "Since mid-2006, the overall pattern for total construction has been shaped by the steep downturn for single-family housing," (more)
8/6/2007	SHRM Study highlights FMLA's challenges 8/6 Nearly 40 percent of human resource professionals report that confusion over the Family and Medical Leave Act implementation has led to illegitimate leave being granted (more)
8/7/2007	NRCA releases new live of safety posters 8/7 The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has released its line of Safety in Sight posters (more)
8/8/2007	Succulents a low-care roof option 8/8 It may seem like a no-brainer but, just for the record, access is everything if you're planning to install a green roof. (more)
8/9/2007	Do you want the recognition as an MRCA Member? 8/9 Do you want to be able to adverstise yourself as an MRCA Member? Do you want the recongnition that comes with being a member of the MRCA?
8/13/2007	Statement by Assistant Secretary of Labor for OSHA Edwin Foulke Jr. on new workplace fatality data 8/13 The fatality rate declined to its lowest level since BLS began collecting data in 1992. (more)
8/14/2007	DOL publishes regulations on federal contractors' obligations to veterans 8/14 The new rule, which will become effective September 7, only applies to government contracts of $100,000 or more entered into or modified on or after Dec. 1, 2003. (more)
8/16/2007	G3 Gutter Cover wins Industry Awards 8/16 Gutter Cover Manufacturer, Grater Gutter Guard announced today that the Company’s G3 Gutter Cover has recently won national recognition by two Industry related groups (more)
8/20/2007	NRCA releases "Comprehensive immigration Report" 8/20 NRCA's member companies face an enduring shortage of workers, as there are not enough domestic workers to meet the growing labor demand facing the roofing industry (more)
8/21/2007	NLRB rules project labor agreement not mandatory for construction contractor 8/21 The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has determined that an agreement between a labor union representing construction craft workers and the owner of an upcoming project to have the owner's construction contractor sign a project labor agreement is unlawful. (more)
8/22/2007	OSHA: 73 percent of violations Serious 8/22 OSHA recently updated a variety of statistics related to the Agency's operations. (more)
8/23/2007	Green policies not ambitious enough says Sandtoft 8/23 Sandtoft Roof Tiles has issued a bold call to action for construction businesses, urging the sector to make bigger improvements to create a greener industry (more)
8/24/2007	RIMA Offers Special Program Luncheon at Metalcon 2007 8/24 The Reflective Insulation Manufacturers Association (RIMA) will be presenting a special program workshop and luncheon at the 2007 Metalcon show in Las Vegas, Nevada. (more)
8/27/2007	SMRCA Announces Scholarship Winners 8/27 The Governors for the Scholarship Grant Committee awarded four Scholarship Grants to college bound students at a June 2007 meeting (more)
8/28/2007	CertainTeed Corporation Offers Newest Edition of the Preeminent Shingle Applicator’s Manual (SAM 8) 8/28 Considered the roofing industry’s most authoritative book on shingle application, the fully illustrated manual contains the most up-to-date information on shingle roofing installation. (more)
8/29/2007	Local Roofing Contractor Celebrates 100 Years, Wins Award 8/29 MRCA Member, Wm. Kramer & Son, Inc., one of Ohio’s most respected and successful commercial roofing contractors, recently celebrated its 100-year anniversary in the roofing industry. (more)
8/30/2007	2007 EEO-1 Survey 8/30 The Employer Information Report EEO-1, otherwise known as the EEO-1 Report, is required to be filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's EEO-1 Joint Reporting Committee. The filing deadline for the 2007 EEO-1 Survey is September 30, 2007.
8/31/2007	Research using wind lab conducted at Florida International University 8/31 The International Hurricane Research Center (IHRC) at Florida International University (FIU) is conducting research using its Wall of Wind (WOW) hurricane simulator in an effort to find a cost-efficient way to reinforce homes in hurricane-prone areas of the U.S. (more)
9/3/2007	NRCA participates in a televised debate regarding DHS immigration enforcement policy 9/3 Craig Silvertooth, NRCA's director of federal affairs, was recently on "The News Hour With Jim Lehrer." (more)
9/4/2007	NIOSH provides resources on safety of workers with developmental disabilities 9/4 NIOSH has created a topic page on its website that contains links to the key research that has been conducted by NIOSH and others on the safety and health of workers with developmental disabilities (WDD). (more)
9/5/2007	Follansbee's TCS IIR and TCS SatinT Surpass 15,000 Hours of Salt Spray Testing 9/5 Follansbee's TCS II and TCS Satin have exceeded an astonishing 15,000 hours of salt spray testing with no red rust. (more)
9/6/2007	New Roof System Developed by the Department Of Energy Will Save Energy Costs 9/6 The Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory has developed new roofing techniques that could save homeowners in the neighborhood of 8% or more in summer utility bills. (more)
9/7/2007	Roofing association lobbies to delay implementation 9/7 Re-roof law too expensive, Florida Roofing, Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors Association says (more)
9/11/2007	Re-launch of Website for Performance Roof Systems, Inc. 9/11 PRS, a leading manufacturer of low-sloped industrial and commercial APP Modified Bitumen roofing solutions, is pleased to announce the re-launch of their website (more)
9/17/2007	CertainTeed's Parent Company Names New North American CEO 9/17 Aschenbroich Named President and CEO of Saint-Gobain Corporation (more)
9/18/2007	Roofing Industry Alliance For Progress Issues Call for Entries 9/18 The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress, which was established to fund programs addressing critical roofing industry issues, has announced a call for entries for its Roofing Industry's Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards Program. (more)
9/19/2007	DOL announces annual Drug-free Work Week 9/19 The U.S. Department of Labor recently announced that the 2007 National Drug-Free Work Week will take place October 14 through 20. (more)
9/20/2007	OSHA to hold public hearing on PPE standards update 9/20 OSHA recently announced that it will hold an informal public hearing regarding the plan to update the personal protective equipment (PPE) design standards. (more)
9/21/2007	OSHA solicits public input on comprehensive emergency response standard 9/21 The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has published a Request for Information seeking input from the public to determine what action, if any, the Agency should take to further address emergency response and preparedness. (more)
9/24/2007	Update on SSA "no-match" letters 9/24 MRCA Members should continue to watch for new developments in this lawsuit before adopting new procedures when in receipt of SSA no-match letters. (more)
9/25/2007	New State of the Art Manufacturing Plant 9/25 Nationwide Chemical Coating Mfrs., Inc. is proud to announce that staff and operations moved to a new Manufacturing Plant and Corporate Headquarters on May 7th, 2007. (more)
9/26/2007	Landscape Architects' Green Roof Kept Runoff Out of DC Sewers 9/26 In July 2006, The American Society of Landscape Architects, ASLA replaced the conventional roof on its downtown Washington, DC headquarters with a green roof (more)
9/27/2007	Study finds that construction and contracting companies lag in Internet use 9/27 A study co-sponsored by the Small Business Research Board (SBRB) and Business Today Magazine found that 57 percent of small businesses in the construction and contracting industry do not have Web sites. (more)
9/28/2007	New support for the Green Roof Campaign 9/28 The Flat Roof Alliance and The Mastic Asphalt Council have pledged their formal support for the Green Roof Campaign (more)
10/1/2007	Beacon Roofing Supply Reports Third-Quarter and Nine-Month Fiscal 2007 Results 10/1 Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc. ("Beacon" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: BECN - News) announced results today for its fiscal 2007 third quarter and nine months ended June 30, 2007. (more)
10/2/2007	OSHA lookback review concludes Lead in Construction Standard is still needed 10/2 The Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced the outcome of its Lead in Construction Standard lookback review in today's Federal Register. (more)
10/3/2007	The Benefits of Record-Keeping 10/3 In recent Buildings.com Roofing News e-newsletters, we have been following (and receiving updates to) the U.S. Corps of Engineers’ Commentary on Roofing Systems. This issue will focus on aspects of control, especially keeping accurate roofing files. (more)
10/4/2007	Immigration Work Permit Tracking Tool 10/4 Businesses, facing a government crackdown on hiring illegal immigrants, now have one more tool to help them verify a worker's status. (more)
10/5/2007	Two Relatively Optimistic Housing Market Forecasts 10/5 Two relatively optimistic housing market forecasts factored heavily in an active day of presentations were held last week. (more)
10/8/2007	Some Do's and Don'ts in Picking Green Products 10/8 Sorting through green claims is important to anyone dedicated to positive environmental change. (more)
10/9/2007	CertainTeed Introduces Award-Winning Commercial Building Science DVD for Building Professionals 10/9 Commercial Building Science Concepts and Practices illustrates how natural forces affect a building and outline strategies for achieving energy efficient buildings, identifying trouble spots in construction, and planning for safety, comfort and convenience. (more)
10/10/2007	Architects Cite Top Priorities When Specifying Coatings for Metal Roofs and Walls 10/10 Kynar 500® PVDF ranked #1 in brand preference in national survey of architects (more)
10/11/2007	Jobs Report Understates Nonresidential Construction's Vigor, AGC Says 10/11 Housing Even Weaker than Total Shows, Economist Simonson Asserts (more)
10/12/2007	AGC Economist Suggest Materials Cost Calm Ending Soon 10/12 AGC released its fifth Construction Inflation Alert, warning owners, budget setters and contractors to expect larger materials and labor cost increases in 2008 than they have experienced in the past 12 months. (more)
10/15/2007	CBP reaches 2007 container security goal 10/15 Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced that it recently reached its goal of initiating Container Security Initiative (CSI) operations at 58 oversees ports in fiscal year 2007. (more)
10/16/2007	Applications available for NRCA scholarship program 10/16 Informational brochures and official applications for The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress' scholarship program are now available. Applications are for the 2008-09 academic year. (more)
10/17/2007	AGC Members Unanumously Vote Against A201 Endorsement 10/17 General Terms and Conditions Document Fails to Provide Balance (more)
10/18/2007	Dow Announces Polyisocyanurate Asset Reconfiguration 10/18 Driven by a strategy to invest for sustainable growth in the building and construction industry, Dow Building Solutions announced today the decision to reconfigure its polyisocyanurate (polyiso) assets in North America. (more)
10/19/2007	Nonresidential construction markets remain strong 10/19 The Oct. 5, 2007, payroll employment report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) shows that nonresidential construction is still boosting the economy, despite the homebuilding meltdown (more)
10/22/2007	Energy Efficiency is Best Investment for Countering Heating Fuel Costs 10/22 Consumers facing higher winter heating costs of 4 to 22 percent – depending on which fuel powers their home – can use energy efficiency to keep those costs in check while remaining comfortable, advises the Alliance to Save Energy. (more)
10/23/2007	OSHA Renews Alliance with the National Safety Council 10/23 The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) renewed its alliance with the National Safety Council (NSC) to continue providing health and safety information to the construction and general industries. (more)
10/24/2007	Judge issues preliminary injunction preventing implementation of new DHS rule 10/24 The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on Oct. 10 barred the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) from implementing a controversial new rule that could cause U.S. citizens and other authorized workers to lose their jobs. (more)
10/25/2007	DOT, DHS agencies to begin using FDMS 10/25 FDMS is a full-featured electronic docket management system that gives federal personnel and docket managers the ability to better manage their rulemakings, adjudications, and other docketed program activities. (more)
10/26/2007	Green Building Web Site Launched 10/26 Grace Construction Products has expanded its green building initiative with the launch of a dedicated section on its Web site (more)
10/29/2007	CertainTeed Updates Applicator’s Manual 10/29 CertainTeed Corp. introduced its all-new eighth edition of the Shingle Applicator’s Manual (SAM). (more)
10/30/2007	New Interactive Map Provides Worker Fatality Details 10/30 A new interactive online map is available that enables people to learn about many of the workplace fatalities that have occurred in their own communities. (more)
10/31/2007	Saint-Gobain Plants Honored for Safety 10/31 Twenty-two CertainTeed and Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics manufacturing sites in the United States recently received awards for safety performance in 2006. (more)
11/1/2007	'Nothing Scary' in Today's Nonresidential Construction Numbers 11/1 Investment in Structures Is Still Treating Economy Well, Economist Simonson Reports (more)
11/2/2007	NAHB Research Center Awarded OSHA Safety Training Grant 11/2 The Research Center and NAHB will use the $241,248 grant to conduct safety training sessions in home building markets across the United States. (more)
11/5/2007	Innovative lightweight canopy to cover city block in Kansas City 11/5 The transparent canopy is made of ethylene tetrafluoro ethylene, which is being used for the first time in the United States. (more)
11/6/2007	New law benefits subcontractors, puts burden on contractors 11/6 A new law in Texas has subcontractors cheering, but general contractors are not as thrilled. Under the law, if a project owner defaults, the general contractor is responsible for paying all subcontractors, or if payment is withheld due to a construction-related problem, all subcontractors who are not directly responsible for the problem must still be paid. (more)
11/7/2007	Call for Entries: NAHB National Green Building Awards 11/7 Each year, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recognizes individuals, companies and organizations for excellence in residential green design and construction practices and for green building program and advocacy efforts. (more)
11/8/2007	Study: Pronounced gap between Gen Y workers and co-workers 11/8 A new survey by CareerBuilder.com points to more pronounced generational gaps in communications styles and job expectations in the workplace. (more)
11/9/2007	CertainTeed Makes Sense of Green Clutter with New Reference Guide, Greenbuild Booth 11/9 “Sustainable construction is undoubtedly one of the biggest and noisiest topics in our industry today. In this cluttered marketing environment, we understand the challenge in ascertaining what does and does not constitute green construction, which is why we created the CertainTeed ‘Green Building Products’ reference guide,” (more)
11/11/2007	OMG introduces OlyBond 500 Green roof insulation adhesive 11/12 OMG, Inc., a leading manufacturer of fasteners and building products for the commercial and residential construction industry, has unveiled a new environmentally friendly insulation adhesive available to roofing professionals: OlyBond 500 Green. (more)
11/13/2007	Nationwide Introduces PERMAPRIME™ Waterproofing Gray Adhesive Roofing Primer Sealer 11/13 PERMAPRIME™ is a gray, elastomeric waterproofing, acrylic adhesive, insulating ceramic, Roof Primer Sealer. (more)
11/19/2007	Karnak Corporation introduces new “KANOPY” product line seal 11/19 KANOPY signifies Karnak’s commitment to develop products that protect the environment, save energy and reduce waste. (more)
11/20/2007	U.S. Labor Secretary Elaine L. Chao announces new membership of OSHA advisory committee 11/20 U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao announced the appointment of seven members to the 12-person National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health (NACOSH). (more)
11/21/2007	NRCA offers Ask the Expert webinar 11/21 NRCA will offer its final Ask the Expert webinar of 2007 on Dec. 4. (more)
11/22/2007	OSHA Release on 2006 Occupational Injuries and Illnesses with Days Away from Work 11/22 Statement by U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao on 2006 Occupational Injuries and Illnesses with Days Away from Work (more)
11/23/2007	PPE payment: OSHA announces final rule 11/23 The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a final rule on employer-paid personal protective equipment (PPE). (more)
11/26/2007	Firestone, GAF and Petersen Aluminum Donate to Midwest Roofing Contractors Association 11/26 Firestone Building Products Company, LLC, GAF and Petersen Aluminum donated $5,000 to the Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) Foundation during the 58th Annual MRCA Convention and Trade Show held in Nashville, Tenn. (more)
11/27/2007	Harness Roofing hurdles language barrier 11/27 When Harness Roofing launched an aggressive employee training program in 2006, it placed an emphasis unusual in the industry on training geared to Spanish-speaking employees and on training English-speaking employees to work with this rapidly expanding segment of the work force. (more)
11/28/2007	OSHA's New Publications Web Page Responds to Audience Needs 11/28 OSHA today unveiled a new Publications page on its Web site at www.osha.gov that allows visitors to access OSHA's resources in an efficient and user friendly way. (more)
11/29/2007	IRS Announces 2008 Mileage Rates 11/29 - The IRS this week issued the 2008 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of driving for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. (more)
11/29/2007	IRS extends tax filing and payment deadlines for Southern California wildfire victims 11/29 Taxpayers affected by the wildfires in a declared presidential disaster area can claim disaster-related casualty losses on their federal income tax return (more)
11/30/2007	Tremco to supply cool roofing for Clinton Climate Initiative 11/30 Tremco Roofing and Building Maintenance, of Beachwood, Ohio, was named a supplier of cool roof systems to the Clinton Foundation's Climate Initiative (CCI). (more)
12/3/2007	CertainTeed’s ProRoc® Type X Gypsum Board Receives UL V450 Fire-Rated Assembly Listing 12/3 CertainTeed Gypsum, a subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, the world’s leading producer of gypsum products, announces that ProRoc® 5/8" Type X Gypsum Board was recently added to the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) V450 design. V450 is a UL-listed fire-rated, non-load bearing wall assembly. (more)
12/4/2007	White House cuts 2008 economic forecast 12/4 The White House cut its forecast for U.S. economic growth in 2008 on Thursday and acknowledged that troubles in the housing market had been "more pronounced" than expected. (more)
12/5/2007	E.P.A. Is Sued by 12 States Over Reports on Chemicals 12/5 The suit asks the court to reverse the agency’s move and so restore all the chemical reporting requirements that were previously part of its Toxics Release Inventory program, or T.R.I. (more)
12/6/2007	Immigration at Record Level, Analysis Finds 12/6 Immigration over the past seven years was the highest for any seven-year period in American history. (more)
12/7/2007	NRCA Offers a new manual: Membrane Roof Systems 2007 12/7 This publication is the first of a four-part series intended to update and supercede The NRCA Roofing and Waterproofing Manual, Fifth Edition, including its 2003 and 2006 interim updates. (more)
12/10/2007	CertainTeed® Insulation Honored as Supplier of the Year by Insulate America 12/10 Insulate America®, an association of independent insulation contractors, has honored CertainTeed Corporation with its Supplier of the Year Award for 2006. The award was given in recognition of CertainTeed’s outstanding and ongoing support of Insulate America. (more)
12/11/2007	OSHA's Most Cited Standards: Is Your Business At Risk? 12/11 OSHA recently published data on its most frequently cited standards and highest penalty amounts, for fiscal year 2007 (more)
12/11/2007	The Barrington roof tile 12/11 Australian made, Barrington provides a thirty year structural and colour fast guarantee. (more)
12/12/2007	IRS updates standard mileage rates 12/12 Effective Jan. 1, 2008, the standard mileage rates for businesses is 50.5 cents per mile. (more)
12/13/2007	NRCA's 2007 Contractor of the Year: Commercial 12/13 MRCA's own Great Lakes Roofing Corp. Excels by Taking Care of Building Owners and Employees (more)
12/14/2007	United States Aluminum joins PPG Certified Applicator Program 12/14 As the newest member of PPG/CAP, United States Aluminum joins an elite group of commercial coating applicators certified by PPG to apply high-performance fluoropolymer coatings to aluminum architectural components. (more)
12/17/2007	BASF announces price increase for acrylic and styrene-acrylic latex 12/17 BASF attributed the price increase to higher raw material, feedstock, freight and energy costs. (more)
12/18/2007	BLS report November 2007 employment statistics 12/18 The number of unemployed persons (7.2 million) saw little change in November, and the unemployment rate was 4.7 percent for the third month in a row (more)
12/19/2007	International travel: New document requirements beginning soon 12/19 DHS will be issuing a notice in the Federal Register soon formally announcing the change. (more)
12/20/2007	Local Manufacturer Receives Coveted CRCA 2007 Supplier of the Year Award 12/20 The award was presented to ADVANCED Architectural Sheet Metal Inc. at the CRCA Annual Awards Dinner December 7th, 2007. (more)
12/21/2007	Happy Holidays! 12/21 MRCA Wishes our Members a Happy Holiday Season and a Safe New Years! Our office will be closed December 24th & 25th, but will be available the rest of the week.
12/24/2007	OSHA revises Enhanced Enforcement Program 12/24 The revised program will have increased enforcement emphasis on those employers that have a history of violations with OSHA (more)
12/25/2007	Get ready to pay for PPE 12/25 The rule becomes effective on Feb. 3, 2008, and employers must implement it’s provisions by May 15, 2008. (more)
12/26/2007	Chicago establishes grant program for green and cool roofs 12/26 "There simply is no downside when it comes to preserving and protecting the environment," said Mayor Daley at a press conference (more)
12/27/2007	Tile Roofing Institute adds certification programs 12/27 Starting in 2008 the Tile Roofing Institute (TRI) will expand its certification efforts by offering two one-day educational and professional development programs. (more)
12/27/2007	MRCA offers condolences to family of Ken Hendricks. 12/26 Hendricks, founder, chairman and chief executive officer of ABC Supply Co. passed away after falling through his roof last Thursday. (more)
12/28/2007	Metal panels ready to meet performance standards 12/28 The Metal Construction Association (MCA) has recently taken steps to make architects, architectural students, universities, and builders more aware of benefits of insulated metal panels. (more)
12/31/2007	Hydro Stop Inc. acquired by Quest Specialty Chemicals Inc. 12/31 They will continue to operate under the name Hydro Stop LLC and maintain current operations based in Charleston, S.C.. (more)
1/1/2008	HAPPY NEW YEARS! 1/1 The MRCA office wishes everyone a safe and happy new years! Our office will be closed 1/1/08 and will be back on the 2nd.
1/2/2008	Ice dams pose a significant threat to your roof 1/2 Those huge glistening icicles hanging from the edge of your house or business may look pretty, but they could in fact be causing some significant damage to your home. (more)
1/3/2008	OSHA records another successful enforcement year in FY 2007 1/3 In FY 2007, OSHA conducted 39,324 total inspections, a 4.3 percent increase over its stated goal of 37,700. (more)
1/4/2008	EPA: Fuel economy bill will effectively reduce emissions 1/4 According to EPA, new energy legislation passed by Congress and signed by President Bush last week provides a federal fuel economy standard that offers environmental benefits, energy security, and economic certainty for the nation. (more)
1/4/2008	MRCA adds MSDS links to site! Click to view them here!
1/7/2008	Study claims no shortage of U.S. science and engineering graduates 1/7 U.S. colleges graduate far more scientists and engineers than are hired each year. (more)
1/8/2008	Winter warm-up can cause costly roof repairs 1/8 "You can see the results of what an ice dam can do. It curls up your shingles," said homeowner Jim Asenbrenner. (more)
1/9/2008	Commercial Construction Forecasts Look Warily to 2008 1/9 “Our forecast anticipates the impact of a significant economic growth slowdown on the construction industry, but does not predict a recession.” (more)
1/10/2008	Housing-related industry working to survive crunch 1/10 Three manufacturing companies say their operations have been affected by the downturn in the housing industry. (more)
1/11/2008	CertainTeed® Building Products Reach New Heights in Unique Silo Renovation Project 1/11 CertainTeed® building products reached toward the sky last year in a unique renovation of two silos on Carlton Island in the St. Lawrence River in upstate New York. (more)
1/14/2008	OSHA Offers Tips to Protect Employees During Cold Weather 1/14 Some areas of the nation have already experienced the harsh, sometimes damaging effects of winter. With the cold weather upon us, OSHA is encouraging employers and employees to take necessary precautions to prevent and treat cold-related health problems. (more)
1/15/2008	New lithium battery safety rule affects travelers 1/15 Passengers are no longer able to pack loose lithium batteries in checked luggage as of Jan. 1, 2008 (more)
1/16/2008	NRCA staff member appointed to OSHA advisory committee 1/16 Tom Shanahan, NRCA's associate executive director of education and risk management, has been appointed to OSHA's Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health (ACCSH). (more)
1/17/2008	Carlisle’s Sure-Flex Earns Energy Star Rating 1/17 Carlisle SynTec has received Energy Star approval for its Sure-Flex PVC white membrane. (more)
1/18/2008	RSI Publishes Reaction from the roofing industry: 1/18 RSI Magazine published a few reactions from the roofing industry in relation to the loss of the great Ken Hendricks. (more)
1/21/2008	CertainTeed® Gypsum Plant Receives ISO 14001:2004 for Environmental Management Systems 1/21 This standard centers around environmental management systems, with requirements for organizations to operate in an environmentally sustainable manner. (more)
1/23/2008	OSHA recognized for extraordinary service to small businesses 1/23 The U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) Office of the National Ombudsman recognized the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for its outstanding service and responsiveness to small businesses coping with regulatory enforcement issues. (more)
1/24/2008	OSHA Extends the Comment Period for the Confined Spaces in Construction NPRM 1/24 The Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced today in the Federal Register that they have extended the public comment period for 30 days on the Agency's Confined Spaces in Construction Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. (more)
1/25/2008	ASSE urges OSHA to withdraw rule updating consensus standards 1/25 In a recent letter, American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) President Michael J. Thompson, CSP, urged OSHA to withdraw the Dec. 14, 2007, direct final rule updating OSHA standards based on national consensus standards. (more)
1/28/2008	NERCA Presents 10 Hr OSHA Roofing Safety Training 1/28 The two day class will be held February 26 & 27 in Danbury, CT. Deadline for registration is Feb 15th. (more)
1/29/2008	G-P president of gypsum division retires 1/29 Georgia-Pacific LLC announced that Dave Fleiner, president-gypsum, will retire effective Feb. 29. Brent Paugh, vice president of sales for gypsum, will assume the role of president-gypsum upon Fleiner's retirement. (more)
1/30/2008	Polyfoam joins USGBC 1/30 As a member of USGBC, Polyfoam will have a significant role in the advancement of a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment in its production of polyurethane foam products. (more)
1/31/2008	EPDM association plans plenty after five years 1/31 The EPDM Roofing Association (ERA), after celebrating its fifth anniversary in 2007, will focus on several key research and education projects this year. (more)
2/1/2008	Metal-Era Expands Continuing Education Program 2/1 Based on the continuing success of Metal-Era’s Understanding ANSI/SPRI ES-1 program, Metal-Era has added Principles of Commercial Ventilation to its program offerings. (more)
2/4/2008	AES Raptor Intruduces New Fall Protection System 2/4 Portable System Prevents Worker Falls and Deaths (more)
2/5/2008	OSHA Establishes a New National Emphasis Program on Silica 2/5 The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) today announced a new National Emphasis Program (NEP) to target worksites where employees are at risk for developing silicosis. (more)
2/6/2008	OSHA Reminds Employers to Post Injury/Illness Summaries Beginning Feb. 1, 2008 2/6 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration today reminded employers that beginning Feb. 1, 2008, they must post a summary of the total number of job-related injuries and illnesses that occurred during 2007. Employers are required to post OSHA Form 300A (summary). The 2007 summary must be posted from Feb. 1 to April 30, 2008. (more)
2/7/2008	New border crossing requirements effective January 31 2/7 U.S. citizens may begin applying in advance for the new U.S. Passport Card on February 1 in anticipation of land border travel document requirements. (more)
2/8/2008	USCIS to streamline H-1B petition processing 2/8 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a new customer service initiative to streamline the adjudication of H-1B petitions. (more)
2/11/2008	Outlook for employment law developments this year 2/11 Employment law is fickle, affected by election-year politics, new legislation, court decisions, societal trends, the state of the economy, and media and cultural events. (more)
2/13/2008	Americans Incorrectly Feel Safer From Fire At Home 2/12 Results of New Survey Mostly Unchanged from Three Years Ago (more)
2/13/2008	Onset Computer Corp Announces Free White Paper on Monitoring Green Roof Performance 2/13 Onset Computer Corporation, the “HOBO®” data logger company, today announced a free, white paper entitled, "Monitoring Green Roof Performance with Weather Stations." (more)
2/14/2008	HI-Perf Vented Fascia: Commercial Roof Ventilation at the Eave 2/14 Metal-Era, Inc., the national leader in commercial roof edge and roof ventilation solutions, introduces the latest addition to the Metal-Era Airflow Solutions line: Hi-Perf Vented Fascia. (more)
2/15/2008	Roth's Annual Energy Summit Draws Major Retail Players 2/15 Roth Hosts Fourth Annual Conference to Educate U.S. Retailers to the Latest News and Trends in Green Business Strategies (more)
2/18/2008	The Flat Roofing Alliance - promoting quality and excellence in flat roofing 2/18 The Flat Roofing Alliance announce its Annual Awards Ceremony, the FRA Awards. (more)
2/19/2008	"ROOF MOSS REMOVER" Roof-Shingle Moss-Removal Tool Invented 2/19 InventHelp announces that two of its clients, inventors from Springfield, Ore., have designed a roof-maintenance tool for removing dead moss from composite shingles. (more)
2/20/2008	Vaughn Reinvents the Framing Hammer 2/20 The S2, already receiving International recognition by winning numerous design awards, presents a revolutionary look and feel to the ordinary framing hammer. (more)
2/21/2008	Home Builders Support Project Lifeline 2/21 Project Lifeline, a new program unveiled today by the Bush Administration to help strapped home owners to avoid foreclosure, received the support of the nation's home builders. (more)
2/22/2008	TAMKO Introduces Elements Dockboard 2/22 Elements DockBoard brings Durability Seaside (more)
2/25/2008	New law will spur investment in the roofing industry 2/25 The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) commends President Bush for signing into law H.R. 5140, the Recovery Rebates and Economic Stimulus for the American People Act of 2008. (more)
2/26/2008	Business to face higher fines for hiring illegal immigrants 2/26 The government said Friday that it will soon increase fines against employers who hire illegal immigrants by 25 percent, the first increase in almost a decade. (more)
2/27/2008	Rene Dupuis receives NRCA's J.A. Piper Award 2/28 Rene Dupuis, presdient of SRI Consultants Inc., Middleton, Wisc., was named the 61st recipient of NRCA's J. A. Piper Award during NRCA's 121st Annual Convention held Feb. 19-23.
2/27/2008	Cutting Performance that outlasts HILTI WSR 1000 Reciprocating Saw 2/27 Delivering high productivity with less weight, the Hilti WSR 1000 Reciprocating Saw offers quality and productivity in a slim, lightweight package (more)
2/27/2008	Rene Dupuis receives NRCA's J.A. Piper Award 2/27 MRCA Technical Advisor Rene Dupuis was named the 61st recipient of NRCA's J. A. Piper Award during NRCA's 121st Annual Convention held Feb. 19-23. (more)
2/27/2008	MRCA T and R committee member Rob Therrien named as 2008-09 NRCA president 2/27 - Robert W. Therrien Jr. elected 2008-09 president of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) during NRCA's 121st Annual Convention held Feb. 19-23. (more)
2/28/2008	Will Flourscent Lime Green be the New Black? 2/28 Under the new regulations, virtually all workers whose jobs take them within the right-of-way of any Federal-aid highway will be required to wear high-visibility clothes in compliance with the ANSI/ISEA 107-2004 standard for safety apparel. (more)
2/28/2008	LiveRoof, LLC Announces Co-Marketing Arrangement With Firestone Building Products 2/28 "We are excited to be teaming up with the Firestone sales network of independent sales representatives and expect our relationship to be mutually beneficial in a number of ways.” (more)
2/29/2008	NRCA forms new organization 2/29 NRCA has established the Center for Environmental Innovation in Roofing. (more)
3/3/2008	Bradco Supply marks the end of one era as it begins a new one 3/3 Barry Segal, founder and CEO of Bradco Supply, has officially announced his retirement. (more)
3/4/2008	CertaSpec™ Software by CertainTeed Speeds Specification of Steep- and Low-Slope Roofing 3/4 A valuable, new spec-writing tool is available to help roofing professionals and specifiers quickly write steep- and low-slope roofing specifications for job submittal packages (more)
3/5/2008	NRCA president testifies before House committee 3/5 Robert P. Daly Jr., president of Kaw Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc., Kansas City, Kan., testified before the House Committee on Small Business regarding the growing paperwork burden imposed on small businesses by government regulation. (more)
3/6/2008	ICC to Develop Green Building Certification 3/6 The International Code Council will unveil a certification program to ensure that code officials understand the application of green building technologies. (more)
3/7/2008	OSHA announces new combustible dust safety and health topics Web page 3/7 Topics Web page to help employers address hazardous combustible dust and provide recommendations to prevent and control these hazards. (more)
3/10/2008	Firestone contributes $1 million to NRCA's new organization 3/10 The donation was made without strict limitations tied to it. A Firestone Building Products representative will serve on the center's board of directors. (more)
3/11/2008	Few workplaces define ‘diversity’ within managing efforts 3/11 The good news from the 2007 State of Workplace Diversity Management Report is evidence of greater awareness of diversity in a general sense. (more)
3/12/2008	Report highlights decades-long cutbacks at OSHA 3/12 OMB Watch concludes that even if a new administration chooses to make worker safety a priority and revitalize OSHA management, resource constraints will still present a challenge. (more)
3/13/2008	Simple Steps Can Keep Local Governments In Compliance With Fair Housing Act 3/13 Settlement in South Carolina Case Shows Need for Caution (more)
3/14/2008	Industry Groups Seek to Kill Ozone Rules 3/14 Groups representing utilities, manufacturers and many other industries are making a last-minute push to persuade the Bush administration to drop proposed new air-quality standards for ozone (more)
3/17/2008	Step closer to single voice for roofing in UK 3/17 Following discussions between the Flat Roofing Alliance and The National Federation of Roofing Contractors, a small informal working body titled the Joint Roofing Council has been formed. (more)
3/18/2008	Mule-Hide® Adds CA Title 24-Compliant KoolCap™ to Self-Adhering Mod Bit Line 3/18 Bright White Granules Deliver Long-Lasting Cool Roof Performance (more)
3/19/2008	Latest Solar Cells Look Like Regular Roof Shingles 3/19 Increasing numbers of people are putting their roofs to work generating electricity. And that does not necessarily mean installing unsightly steel-and-glass solar energy modules. (more)
3/20/2008	TRI Offers Contractors Certification Programs 3/20 The TRI Certification Programs address broad-based tile roofing practices and techniques that impact estimating, planning and execution of commercial and residential projects. (more)
3/21/2008	Englert and Soprema Announce Alliance 3/21 Englert Inc. and SOPREMA Inc. (USA) have announced a strategic alliance to cross sell each other’s product lines and to offer a single-source warranty that will cover all roofing systems sold and distributed by both companies. (more)
3/24/2008	Jacobus Bus ATAS Founder Passes Away 3/24 Jacobus "Jack" P. Bus, founder of ATAS International Inc., died on Jan. 27, 2008. He was 80 years old (more)
3/25/2008	CertainTeed Extends LongTerm Weather Exposure Warranty for GlasRoc® Embedded Glass Reinforced Gypsum 3/25 Designed to cut like regular gypsum board, GlasRoc is lightweight for ease of installation. (more)
3/26/2008	Firestone Metal Products Celebrates Grand Opening of New South Florida Plant 3/26 New Miramar facility provides room for growth and strategic location (more)
3/27/2008	TAMKO Opens New Warehouse in South Carolina 3/27 The new warehouse is a full-service facility with the ability to handle customer pick-ups as well as full truckload shipments. (more)
3/28/2008	American Societ of Safety Engineers offer Key Crane Safety Info 3/28 The NCCCO certification process has been accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies. (more)
3/31/2008	CertainTeed Swiftstart™ Speeds Installations for Roofing Contractors 3/31 Swiftstart exceeds the minimum 2-inch headlap requirement for metric shingles – an advantage that many competitors do not offer, and also features precision sealant for proper sealing at the eaves. (more)
3/31/2008	Seeking Quality MRCA Member Project Photos for MRCA Directory The MRCA directory is now sent to architects, consultants and others in the industry community. Expanding the circulation of the directory provides a clear value for members. We're looking for quality project photos to use in this year's directory. Email us for more information... deadline is April 18th!
4/1/2008	ABC Supply Co. Inc. Repeats as Gallup Great Workplace Award Winner 4/1 For the second consecutive year, ABC Supply Co. Inc. has been honored with a Gallup Great Workplace Award. The company is one of only 20 worldwide to receive the 2008 award. (more)
4/2/2008	Addressing consumer concerns about climate change 4/2 Business executives are catching up with consumers in expressing concern about global warming and other environmental issues, two global surveys indicate. (more)
4/3/2008	OSHA Implements RSS Feeds for its Communications Products 4/3 The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has implemented Really Simple Syndication (RSS) Feeds to provide OSHA customers a personal, direct channel for receiving the latest news and information from the OSHA Web site. (more)
4/3/2008	Worker Faces Charges in Co-Worker's Fall 4/3 (Quad City Times) An employee for a local roofing company is facing federal charges, (more)
4/4/2008	OSHA seeks applications for $6.7 million in new safety and health training grants 4/4 OSHA awards funds to nonprofit organizations to provide training and education programs for employers and employees on safety and health topics selected by OSHA. (more)
4/7/2008	MRCA Welcomes New Members! 4/7/2008 MRCA would like to give a warm welcome to Mastercraft Exterors! Mastercraft Exteriors has offices in Illinois, North Dakota, Minnesota, Indiana, Kentucky and Wisconsin.
4/8/2008	Sika Sarnafil Presents Project of the Year Awards 4/8 Twelve contractors were recognized for outstanding workmanship in completing a recent project utilizing a Sika Sarnafil thermoplastic membrane for roofing or waterproofing applications. (more)
4/9/2008	CSI to Elevate Nine Members to Fellowship 4/9 Fellows are nominated by their colleagues and selected by CSI’s Jury of Fellows in recognition of their accomplishments in advancing construction technology, improving construction specifications, educating people in the construction industry or advancing the goals of the Institute. (more)
4/10/2008	Birdair Offers Fabric Membrane Cool Roof Opportunities 4/10 Achieving cool roof status is becoming more desirable in the roofing industry; it has been a trend for the last five years and is even required in numerous states in order to comply with energy codes. (more)
4/11/2008	CSI Releases Draft of UniFormat for Public Comment 4/11 The Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) has released the first draft of a revision to the 1998 version of UniFormat for public comment. The construction community is invited to comment on the draft. All comments received before June 15, 2008 will be considered by the UniFormat Task Team. (more)
4/14/2008	New HILTI TE 2 Rotary Hammer Drills Make Quick Work of Concrete 4/14 Built to withstand harsh jobsite conditions, the powerful new Hilti TE 2 Rotary Hammer Drills efficiently transform 650 watts of motor power into superior drilling performance. (more)
4/14/2008	2008 Regional Conference Series Heads to Kansas City The second of three regional conferences heads to the Kansas City area on May 7th. Education sessions, tabletop displays, networking and prizes will all be part of the event to be held at the overland park Convention Center on May 7th. Register now!
4/15/2008	ABC Supply Co. Inc. Repeats as Gallup Great Workplace Award Winner 4/15 For the second consecutive year, ABC Supply Co. Inc. has been honored with a Gallup Great Workplace Award. The company is one of only 20 worldwide to receive the 2008 award. (more)
4/16/2008	New Leadership takes helm at Performance Roof Systems, Inc. Manufacturing Company 4/16 PRS announced that Bob Seeley has been selected as President and CEO in charge of the U.S. operations, effective March 4, 2008. (more)
4/17/2008	DHS extends training period for qualified F-1 non-immigrant students 4/17 The U.S. Department of Homeland Security released an interim final rule extending the period of Optional Practical Training (OPT) from 12 to 29 months for qualified F-1 non-immigrant students. (more)
4/18/2008	Training and safety rules reduce the risk of a job hazard in construction 4/18 "Quick is good, but being safe and accurate is better," he said. "I always tell them to slow down, get it right." (more)
4/21/2008	EPA issues new rules for lead-safe work practices 4/21 To further protect children from exposure to lead-based paint, EPA is issuing new rules for contractors who renovate or repair housing, child-care facilities, or schools built before 1978. (more)
4/22/2008	Take Steps to Save Energy on Earth Day (April 22) 4/22 How will you celebrate Earth Day? Here are a few Energy Saving Steps courtesy of NAHB. (more)
4/23/2008	Nation now in Mild Recession, says NAHB Cheif Economist 4/23 The deepening slump in the nation's housing markets has seriously eroded consumer sentiment and pushed the economy into a mild recession. (more)
4/24/2008	OSHA launches alliance with Roofing Contractors Association and Roofers' Local #30 4/24 Goal is to promote safety and health for employees in local roofing industry (more)
4/25/2008	Missouri driving school owner, director guilty of CDL testing fraud 4/25 The Missouri DOR has cancelled or suspended all the CDLs issued in the case and retested all the CDL holders that were processed through the two men involved in this investigation. (more)
4/28/2008	Home Owner Update: Choosing the Right Roofer to do the Job 4/28 Hail damage will not ruin your home overnight, but being hasty selecting a roofer can. (more)
4/29/2008	U.S. Labor Department kicks off youth job safety campaign on TODAY show 4/29 Safety and health events, activities planned nationwide (more)
4/30/2008	SPRI Elects Hickman as President for 2008-2009 Term 4/30 Hickman is Chairman of the Board of W.P. Hickman Company, a roof accessories manufacturer headquartered in Asheville, N.C. (more)
5/1/2008	SpectraROOF complete range of roofing 5/1 SpectraROOF has added a complete suite of system accessories to compliment its range of advanced polymeric single ply membranes. (more)
5/2/2008	EPDM group champions recycling 5/2 During the past 18 months, the EPDM Roofing Association (ERA) has been conducting research into the possible recycling of its product. (more)
5/5/2008	Hard times for contractors soften bids, towns learn 5/5 "Because the housing market is down so bad, the residential guys are bidding the commercial work at residential pricing," (more)
5/6/2008	Builders Lead the Way in Energy Efficient Housing, Congress Told 5/6 NAHB told Congress on April 24th that the best way to help small home builders promote residential energy efficiency and sustainability technology in home construction is by extending tax incentives for new energy-efficient homes. (more)
5/7/2008	Credit Tightening on Builder Loans Threatens to Prolong Housing Downturn 5/7 The mortgage credit crunch has spilled over into the housing production loan market, threatening to prolong the current housing downturn, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) told Congress today. (more)
5/8/2008	Shepherd Color Introduces Black 30C933 Stir-in Pigment 5/8 Black 30933 is CI Pigment Black 26. Typical applications include liquid and powder coatings, silicate and masonry coatings and radiation cured coatings. (more)
5/9/2008	2008 CERTA program safety practices 5/9 NRCA and CNA Insurance Cos. have revised the NRCA/MRCA Certified Roofing Torch Applicator (CERTA) program safety practices to reflect current roofing products available and application procedures for torch-applied roofing materials. (more)
5/12/2008	Postal Rates Go Up 5/12 On May 12, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) will adjust prices for mailing services — First-Class Mail, Standard Mail, Periodicals, Package Services, and Special Services. The average increase by class of mail is at or below the rate of inflation as measured by the Consumer Price Index. (more)
5/14/2008	Commercial Products Group Receives Award of Excellence 5/14 “This is quite an honor”, said Steimle, “when you consider that Tomkins has 45 building products manufacturing locations in North America." (more)
5/15/2008	OSHA schedules meeting of the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health 5/15 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has scheduled a meeting of the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health (ACCSH) for May 15-16, 2008, in Washington, D.C. (more)
5/16/2008	A.R.E. Offers Total Truck Bed Solutions 5/16 Truck Caps, Accessories Turn Pickups into Economic Alternatives for Fleet Owners (more)
5/19/2008	In wake of twister, Kansas town is rebuilding green 5/19 The city's rebuilding process may not only re-invent Greensburg but provide a model for "green" building everywhere. (more)
5/20/2008	Local builder turns green to jump-start business 5/20 Sometimes, “going green” is just good for business (more)
5/21/2008	Greenest Building on the Planet Honored on Earth Day 5/21 Leopold Center's low-carbon, high-efficiency design wins national honor for Cedarburg architecture firm on Earth Day. (more)
5/22/2008	GSA Announces New Office of Federal High-Performance Green Buildings 5/22 This newly created office will work in conjunction with the Department of Energy's office that will have a similar responsibility for commercial buildings. (more)
5/23/2008	Gypsum Wallboard from CertainTeed among Building Materials Donated to St. Jude Dream Home® 5/23 The St. Jude Dream Home® in Hurricane, W. Va., is home to the first drywall ever manufactured at the new CertainTeed Gypsum Plant in nearby Moundsville, W. Va. (more)
5/26/2008	New Member Spotlight: Aspen Contracting, Inc. 5/26 Barely two years old, MRCA member Aspen Contracting, Inc. is on track to post $50 million in sales during 2008. (more)
5/27/2008	George H. Miller, FAIA, Elected 2010 AIA President 5/27 Hainsfurther and Loeffelman elected as new vice presidents; Loos elected secretary (more)
5/28/2008	New-Home Sales Up in April Following Downward Revision in March 5/28 "We still need a great deal of help from the Administration and Capitol Hill to halt the downward trends in home sales and house prices that are producing such a drag on our nation's economy and disrupting financial markets." (more)
5/29/2008	Stevens Announces Price Increases for Roofing Membrane Products 5/29 According to Peter Kesser, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, “We are under pressure to react to feedstock price increases for our raw materials, which are rising proportionately with global crude oil & derivatives … (more)
5/30/2008	Insurer FM Global Makes Its Premium Risk Prevention Data Available at No Cost 5/30 Release of unique source of property protection information reflects changing global risk environment (more)
6/2/2008	Custom-Bilt Metals Supports Local Character 6/2 Neoclassical edifice receives Custom-Bilt Metals Vail Majestic Copper shingles; solid copper to last through the 21st century (more)
6/3/2008	Hurricane Season Begins - Get Serious, Be Prepared 6/3 Hurricane Season 2008 began June 1st, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) wants residents living in hurricane prone areas to get serious and be prepared now. (more)
6/3/2008	Officials: Roofers started Universal Studios fire 6/3 Workers using a blowtorch on the roof of a movie set building facade at Universal Studios accidentally set a huge fire that swept through the back lot, fire officials said Monday. (more)
6/4/2008	SPRI releases final report on Thermal Performance of Ballast Study 6/4 SPRI released a report on "Evaluating the Energy Performance of Ballasted Roof Systems" (more)
6/5/2008	GAF kicks off grand opening of Texas TPO facility 6/5 Located approximately 50 miles north of Dallas, the 185,000-square-foot facility is strategically positioned to provide TPO membrane and accessory products in the western and southern TPO markets. (more)
6/6/2008	MRCA Member, D.C. Taylor, Announces Safety & Sales Awards 6/6 D.C. Taylor Co., a commercial and industrial roofing contractor, announced its 2007 Employee Safety Awards at D.C. Taylor Co.’s Annual Team Dinner (more)
6/9/2008	AIA, SFAA and NASBP Announce Revision to A312-1984 Performance Bond and Payment Bond 6/9 The revision provides an interim response to surety concerns that the Payment Bond has been incorrectly interpreted in the courts. (more)
6/10/2008	Aspen Contracting to use EagleView Measurements Technology in measuring roofs 6/10 Aspen Contracting constantly strives to improve its business practices through the use of technology. (more)
6/11/2008	NAHB Releases Essential Accounting Tool for Housing Industry 6/11 This easy-to-read manual explains basic principles for processing financial data, whether builders are doing it themselves or using an outside firm. (more)
6/12/2008	Property Managers and Owners Now Can Use 6/12 Thermo-Gel spray-on fireproofing is easy to use on buildings and foliage And is safe for the environment (more)
6/13/2008	The Alliance releases ergonomics report 6/13 The report focuses on ergonomics, the science of fitting workplace conditions and physical demands to a work force's physical capabilities. (more)
6/16/2008	CertainTeed Corporation Supports Habitat for Humanity’s 2008 Home Builders Blitz 6/16 As a national partner for the project, CertainTeed is donating roofing, vinyl and fiber cement siding, insulation and gypsum wallboard products. (more)
6/17/2008	CDC report: Hispanic workers at elevated risk of injury, death 6/17 Contributors to the high risk of injury death for Hispanic workers include work in riskier jobs, inadequate control of recognized safety hazards, and inadequate training and supervision of workers (more)
6/18/2008	Damar Truck Deck Introduces Workman Series 6/18 Transform Your Work Truck Bed into the Ultimate Storage System (more)
6/19/2008	ABC Supply Co. Inc. Names 11 New Managing Partners 6/19 Founded in 1982, ABC Supply is the largest wholesale distributor of roofing in the United States and one of the nation’s largest distributors of siding, windows and other select exterior building products. (more)
6/23/2008	PSI Promotes and Hires! 6/23 Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI) is a leading independent engineering and testing firm and one of the largest consulting engineering firms in North America (more)
6/24/2008	New Metal-Era Website Launched 6/24 New website offers resources & tools to industry professionals. (more)
6/25/2008	U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA unveils new flood and tornado cleanup and recovery Web page 6/25 Employers and employees involved in cleanup and recovery activities following the Midwest floods and tornadoes will benefit from a new Web page at www.dol.gov posted by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). (more)
6/25/2008	GE Energy, GAF Materials Corporation Form Alliance to Bring Solar Energy to Homes and Businesses 6/25 GE Energy and GAF now offer customers one-stop shopping for new roofs and solar electric systems. (more)
6/26/2008	SPRI/ORNL begin phase-two of metal fastener corrosion study 6/26 SPRI has advanced to the second phase of a test program to determine the potential for various types of wood preservatives to cause corrosion of metal components in low-slope roofing systems. (more)
6/27/2008	Pfister Energy Leads the Way in Solar Roofing 6/27 Pfister Energy was the company that installed one of the first solar-integrated roofs in the United States five years ago (more)
6/30/2008	Hub grows green roof study 6/30 The Boston city is commissioning a $50,000 study to determine guidelines, requirements and a cost-benefit analysis for creating green roofs on existing municipal buildings, including schools, and new construction projects. (more)
7/1/2008	Construction materials costs go through roof 7/1 A combination of soaring global demand and high energy prices has caused construction material prices to explode for both commercial and residential builders. (more)
7/2/2008	Local construction, roofing businesses eyeing feds' immigration team cautiously 7/2 A fugitive enforcement team that will track down undocumented workers who miss court dates will call Waco home beginning in mid-August — and local employers are wondering if this seven-member squad will come knocking on their doors. (more)
7/3/2008	NRCA and MCA to hold joint meeting 7/3 The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) will hold a regional meeting in conjunction with The Metal Construction Association's (MCA's) 2008 semi-annual meeting in Anchorage, Alaska, July 29-31. (more)
7/4/2008	SRS Announces Acquisition of Roofing Distributor, Southern Shingles, L.P. 7/4 Southern Shingles has developed a strong local brand that SRS will continue to use locally as it builds on this platform for growth in the Texas market. (more)
7/4/2008	Contractors, suppliers lament spike in cost of some materials 7/4 What should be a banner year for roofing contractors is turning into a battle to keep up with rising costs of materials and building supplies. (more)
7/7/2008	SRS Acquisitions Wilson Wholesale Supply Company, Inc. 7/5 SRS Acquisition Corporation (“SRS” or “the Company”) announced today that it has recently signed a letter of intent to acquire Wilson Wholesale Supply Company, Inc. (“Wilson”), a leading distributor of roofing and other building products in the Chicago market. (more)
7/8/2008	U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA chief encourages safe cleanup effort 7/8 Cleanup after severe weather is dangerous and may create safety hazards for employees. There are ways to stay safe. (more)
7/9/2008	House Passes Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments 7/9 This bill specifically rejects the erroneous Supreme Court decisions that have reduced the protections for people with disabilities under the ADA, restoring original Congressional intent. (more)
7/10/2008	Confidence drops as economy seen as worsening 7/10 The confidence of small-business owners dropped in the past month as rising prices cut into profits, according to a new Discover survey. (more)
7/11/2008	Grainger Offers Hurricane Preparedness Guide 7/11 Grainger, a leading distributor of facilities maintenance supplies, has created a 12-page Hurricane Preparedness Guide. (more)
7/14/2008	TAMKO Products Featured on Coastal Living Idea Cottage 7/14 Second Consecutive Year for TAMKO Products to be Featured (more)
7/15/2008	SMRCA Announces Scholarship Winners 7/15 Applicatants were asked to submit an essay describing, “How Important is the Roofing Industry?” to the Joint Union/Contractor Scholarship Committee. (more)
7/16/2008	William Buckley passed away 7/16 William "Bill" Buckley, 1957 President of the MRCA, passed away on July 12, 2008. (more)
7/17/2008	New EPA campaign encourages cell phone recycling 7/17 EPA launched the campaign because many consumers still do not know where or how they can recycle their unwanted cell phones. (more)
7/18/2008	Flexible, Durable Roof Patching From Republic’s Geogard® Seam Sealer 7/18 GEOGARD Seam Sealer works on a wide range of substrates, including metal, weathered single-ply, built-up, modified bitumen, polyurethane foam and concrete. (more)
7/21/2008	Green Roofs - What are They and How Do They Work? 7/21 Landscape architects have developed so-called “green roofs,” which utilize living plant matter and soil on top of a building in order to absorb, collect and reuse rainwater while preventing run-off. (more)
7/22/2008	Talk about prices hitting the roof... 7/22 "We have to charge our customers more because the materials are costing a lot more now" (more)
7/23/2008	Regulatory Alert: July 24 Federal Minimum Wage Increase 7/23 Effective July 24, 2008, the federal minimum wage increases from $5.85 to $6.55 per hour. (more)
7/23/2008	S-5! Clamps Used in Googleplex Solar Installation 7/23 Roofing clamps produced by Colorado Springs company S-5! were chosen for what may be the largest corporate campus solar panel installation in the United States or even in the world. (more)
7/24/2008	Immigration issue may stay stalled 7/24 Kansas legislators talked tough about immigration reforms before the last session started. But in the end, they couldn't agree on any. (more)
7/24/2008	New Product Release: Zero V.O.C. Interior Ceramic Paint 7/24 It is formulated with ceramic fillers,giving it excellent high insulating and soundproofing characteristics along with a uniform, easy to apply, hide latex finish. (more)
7/25/2008	NAHB Slams New Ergonomic Standard Over Flawed Process 7/25 Impractical Construction Methods and Lack of Safety Guidelines Cited (more)
7/28/2008	The Low-Slope Captured About Half of the US Roofing Market in 2007 7/28 Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "US Roofing Market: An Analysis" report to their offering. (more)
7/29/2008	Shingle Eater, Inc. Adds New Tear-off and Demolition Tools 7/29 Shingle Eater, Inc., nationally recognized as the manufacturer of the most dependable shingle removal tools on the market, announces the addition of two new patented tools. (more)
7/30/2008	Firestone Building Products Announces Manufacturing Personnel Changes 7/30 “We are pleased to welcome Bill, Norm, Tige and David to their new roles within Firestone, as their years of industry experience will no doubt help them excel in their responsibilities,” said Mike Gorey, president of Firestone and chairman, CEO, and president of Bridgestone Firestone Diversified Products (more)
7/31/2008	Michican Company recycles roof shingles into Roads 7/31 Crutchall one of two companies in Michigan to recycle roof shingles for roads, parking lots (more)
8/1/2008	Missouri: CDL tests must be taken in English 8/1 As part of a crackdown on illegal immigration, new laws in the state of Missouri require that commercial driver license (CDL) tests be given in English with no translation assistance. (more)
8/4/2008	Tile Roofing Institute Launches “Go Green” Campaign 8/4 New Program Highlight’s Natural Energy-Saving Benefits of Concrete and Clay Tile Roofs (more)
8/5/2008	Illinois workplace safety and health day aims to protect employees 8/5 In conjunction with the safety day, OSHA will co-sponsor the 2nd Annual SHARP/VPP conference on September 17 and 18. (more)
8/6/2008	Insurer FM Global Rated #1 for Overall Product and Service Quality 8/6 The findings come just a few months after Euromoney magazine released research recognizing FM Global as the “Best Property Insurer in the World.” (more)
8/7/2008	'Green' building codes sprout up across USA 8/7 As energy costs rise, more states and cities are adopting policies that encourage or require new construction to be energy-efficient. (more)
8/11/2008	Follansbee Project Wins Best Metal Roofing Award 8/11 Follansbee(R) Honored by Metal Architecture Magazine - Lewis Walpole Library Receives "Best Metal Roofing" Design Award (more)
8/12/2008	Ansell Sponsors Workplace Safety-Focused Online Community for PPE Industry 8/12 The Online Safety Community is a free social network where PPE professionals can meet, share ideas and work together to pioneer new ways of making workplaces safer and more productive. (more)
8/13/2008	House passes bill to extend E-Verify 8/13 The measure, introduced in July, recognizes that the federal government must develop a mandatory system of employee identification within five years or less that operates uniformly across all 50 states. (more)
8/14/2008	Companies Take Lead in Assimilation Efforts 8/14 Business leaders hope to counter criticism that immigrants steal jobs and burden public services by highlighting the contributions they make to the U.S. (more)
8/14/2008	U.S. Department of Labor’s OSHA focuses special emphasis program on construction safety in Kansas 8/14 The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) today announced the start of a local emphasis program in Kansas aimed at reducing workplace hazards on residential and commercial construction sites. (more)
8/15/2008	Giant Retailers Look to Sun for Energy Savings 8/15 Retailers are typically obsessed with what to put under their roofs, not on them. Yet the nation’s biggest store chains are coming to see their immense, flat roofs as an untapped resource. (more)
8/18/2008	GE Money and Certainteed Construct New Consumer Finance Program 8/18 GE Money today announced a multi-year agreement with CertainTeed, North America’s leading manufacturer of interior and exterior building products, to provide consumer financing through select contractors nationwide. (more)
8/18/2008	Roofing Material Price Gouging? 8/18 Valley man says stores are taking advantage of hurricane victims. (more)
8/19/2008	Certified Green Professionals Now Top 1,000, Says NAHB 8/19 Home owners and home buyers can visit the NAHB Web site state-by-state list at www.nahb.org/builderremodelerdirectory and click on CGP to find a professional with that designation. (more)
8/20/2008	Your Ecological House: Benefits of metal roofs 8/20 Serendipitously, durability and sustainability often go hand in hand, so a good financial investment is also a good investment for the planet. (more)
8/21/2008	New remote monitoring of forklifts 8/21 Lamerholm new FleetControl Manager is an innovative and intuitive system that allows companies to optimize its investment in vehicle mounted computers to provide total fleet management. (more)
8/22/2008	OSHA Focus on Cranes in the the Construction Industry 8/22 OSHA establishes Regional Emphasis Program on cranes in construction industry to prevent injuries in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana and New Mexico (more)
8/25/2008	Roofing Manufacturer Promotes and Awards Green Practices for Authorized Contractors 8/25 The evaluation is divided into six sections to gauge the level of commitment through both policy and practice throughout their organization from the office to the shipyard to the jobsite (more)
8/26/2008	Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries report showing decline in worker fatalities 8/26 The BLS report showed that the number of worker fatalities declined six percent from 2006. (more)
8/27/2008	OSHA seeks approval for proposed rule on remedies for violations of PPE and training standards 8/27 "We want employers to understand the importance of complying with OSHA’s PPE rule for each and every one of their employees," (more)
8/28/2008	DOT: Miles driven declines for the 8th consecutive month 8/28 Americans drove 4.7 percent less, or 12.2 billion miles fewer, in June 2008 than June 2007. (more)
8/29/2008	Applications are available for the Melvin Kruger Endowed Scholarship Program 8/29 This new permanent program has replaced the Alliance's previous scholarship program. (more)
8/29/2008	MRCA National Conference Online Registration MRCA has now opened the Online Registration for the 2008 National Conference in Grapevine, Texas. Check out the Events page for more information!
9/1/2008	Happy Labor Day! 9/1 MRCA Offices will be closed today in celebration of labor day! Find out more information about Labor Day here! (more)
9/2/2008	3M acquires maker of adhesives for tile roofing 9/2 3M Co. said Thursday it acquired Polyfoam Products Inc., which makes foam adhesives for tile roofing. (more)
9/3/2008	OMG Roofing Products Introduces New Height Adjustable Pipeguard 9/3 Alternative to Traditional Wood Block Pipe Supports That Won’t Damage Roof (more)
9/4/2008	OSHA offers assistance for Hurricane Gustav cleanup and recovery 9/4 "Cleanup after a storm of this magnitude can be particularly dangerous, and employers and employees need to take the proper precautions to avoid serious injury." (more)
9/5/2008	2009 NAHB National Green Building Awards Nominationss Now Being Accepted 9/5 The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will honor excellence in green residential design and construction practices and outstanding green advocacy efforts with the 2009 NAHB National Green Building Awards. (more)
9/5/2008	Engineering a hurricane proof roof 9/5 Canadian researchers test roof on full-scale house under hurricane conditions (more)
9/8/2008	Tile Roofing Institute Fall Forum Coming to Orlando, Florida November 5-6 9/8 Conference Offers Industry Insights/Information for Tile Roofing Contractors, Manufacturers, Builders and Design Professionals (more)
9/9/2008	MonierLifetile Concrete Roof Tile Products Certified for Hail Impact Protection 9/9 Homeowners Now Qualify for Insurance Rate Reductions With State Farm Insurance (more)
9/10/2008	Companies innovate to keep energy costs from slowing them down 9/10 The savings mean even more this year, as her business has doubled from a year ago. "When the economy is bad, people redo their roofs" rather than moving, she explained. (more)
9/11/2008	FEMA to start roofing program 9/11 Temporary relief from Hurrican Gustav is on the way via the agency’s Blue Roof Program, which is run by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (more)
9/12/2008	General Insulation expands product offering 9/12 General Insulation Company, which handles all manner of commercial and industrial insulation, is adding a line of roofing products to their inventory and expertise. (more)
9/15/2008	Eagle Roofing's Environmental Program Helps Customers Meet Green Building Goals 9/15 "As the only tile manufacturer to implement a comprehensive green program, Eagle is serious about its commitment to being environmentally friendly" (more)
9/16/2008	Scientists develop formula to calculate CO2 savings from 'cool roofs' 9/16 California scientists announced today that they have developed a formula to calculate how much carbon dioxide (CO2) can be offset by using more reflective surfaces, such as rooftops, in urban settings. (more)
9/17/2008	Vinyl Roofing Industry Makes Recycling a Priority 9/17 In one of its pilot projects, the Division found that the savings in disposal fees and the value of the salvaged materials generally exceeded the cost of the additional labor. (more)
9/18/2008	Conklin Launches PUMA™ One-Coat Roofing System 9/18 " “Our contractors can now finish a roof in one coat that is tougher than any two coat acrylic roofing system on the market." (more)
9/19/2008	KCMO Roofing Manufacturer Announces First Commercial Scale Solar Project 9/19 The roof system featuring state-of-the-art, thin-film photovoltaic technology affixed to PRS’s patented DerbiBrite roofing product will serve as a demonstration project (more)
9/22/2008	Green roofs begin to take root in American cities 9/22 The concept of planted "green roofs," which gained early popularity in Chicago, is beginning to take root in New York and other cities. (more)
9/23/2008	OSHA releases public service announcements promoting safe cleanup and recovery from Hurricane Ike 9/23 OSHA has released several public service announcements to help protect employees from hazards such as electrocution and falls from heights during hurricane cleanup and recovery operations. (more)
9/23/2008	Aspen Contracting, Inc., mobilizes to Hurricane Ike-ravaged areas 9/23 Company specializes in assessing, replacing roofs damaged by wind serving residential and commercial roofing clients (more)
9/24/2008	Appeals court upholds Arizona immigration law 9/24 A federal appeals court on Wednesday upheld an Arizona law that penalizes businesses that knowingly hire illegal immigrants and requires them to verify the employment status of their workers. (more)
9/25/2008	OSHA sets public hearing on personal protective equipment and employee training requirements 9/25 The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will hold a public hearing Oct. 6 and 7 to receive comments on its proposal to clarify the remedies available for violations of its personal protective equipment (PPE) and employee training requirements. (more)
9/26/2008	OSHA interpretation: Work from home still counts as "days away" 9/26 In a Letter of Interpretation, OSHA clarifies several recordkeeping scenarios regarding days away from work, restricted work activity, and work-relatedness. (more)
9/29/2008	White Roofs Can Cool Homes, Businesses and the Planet 9/29 Replacing nonreflective, dark roofing materials with white ones on an average house with 1,000 square feet of roof would result in an equivalent CO2 offset of 10 metric tons annually (more)
9/30/2008	Hy-Tech Products Launches New Commercial Roofing Website 9/30 Midwest supplier makes finding quality roofing tools and equipment easier and more efficient (more)
10/1/2008	Energy efficiency with smart roofing 10/1 Homeowners now have a way to dramatically decrease that consumption by focusing on their home's roof. (more)
10/1/2008	Tecta America Presents Charlotte Energy Symposium 10/1 Co-sponsored by Sun Net Zero, Orion Energy Systems, and Advanced Green Technologies (more)
10/2/2008	Acc Announces Winners For The 2008 Polyurethanes “Innovation Awards” 10/2 A panel of five judges representing a cross section of polyurethanes experience and knowledge evaluated and selected the finalists. (more)
10/3/2008	FM Global to Make Broad Changes to Its Senior Management Team 10/3 FM Global, Rhode Island’s largest private company and one of the world’s largest commercial property insurers, has announced numerous changes will be made to its senior management team effective Jan. 1, 2009 (more)
10/6/2008	CertainTeed & ECD to Develop Solar Residential Roofing 10/6 "CertainTeed is clearly an industry leader in building materials and has a broad product offering that can take advantage of the unique characteristics of our flexible, lightweight and reliable UNI-SOLAR cells." (more)
10/7/2008	President signs ADAAA into law 10/7 The amendments become effective Jan. 1, 2009. (more)
10/8/2008	New Full Line Literature Available from OMG Roofing Products 10/8 OMG Roofing Products offers new literature on its full line of fasteners, adhesives, drains and accessories for low-slope roofing applications. (more)
10/10/2008	OSHA launches national initiative on cranes and derricks to promote safe construction crane operatio 10/10 To coincide with the proposed rule on Cranes and Derricks in Construction, published in today's Federal Register, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has initiated a National Crane Safety Initiative to address safety hazards during construction crane operation. (more)
10/13/2008	DOL issues union financial reporting final rule 10/13 The DOL’s Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS) has issued a final rule that enhances financial reporting and provides union members with more complete information about finances held in union trusts. (more)
10/14/2008	The price of oil sends roofing costs soaring 10/14 In the last 10 months, the wholesale price of a 10-foot by 10-foot square of 30-year dimensional shingles climbed 39 percent. (more)
10/15/2008	MILCOR STC-45 Heat & Smoke Vents Und