Standing seam metal roofing offers a unique platform for mounting a variety of rooftop equipment and accessories, including snow retention, service walkways, solar modules, satellite communications, HVAC, security, and weather monitoring equipment—all without penetrating...
Tag: S-5!
From cellphone interference to lightning strikes to noise on the roof, the industry needs to dispel some of the many myths about metal roofing so contractors can help their clients make good roofing decisions.
No Business Like Snow Business
(02/26/2024)
Every year, there are reports of rooftop avalanches causing extensive property damage, personal injury, and even death. What is a rooftop avalanche? How does it happen? How can it be prevented? A rooftop avalanche...
Path of Least Resistance
(02/15/2024)
Metal roofing can be the construction industry’s most durable roofing system by design. However, all things have certain weak links. If not properly designed, tested, and installed, roofs can fail in a windstorm. A...
S-5!, based in Black Forest, Colo., announced the addition of 21 patents issued in 2023. The company’s total number of patent issuances is 133 since its first product was patented in 1991. The U.S....
S-5! clinches industry advocate award
(12/15/2023)
S-5!, based in Black Forest, Colo., announced it received a 2023 Gold Level Industry Advocate Award for outstanding service, participation, and support of the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA). Rob Haddock, CEO and founder...
This Month’s Features
Winter Storms and Contractor Fraud: How Homeowners Can Protect Themselves When It Matters Most
Across the country, homeowners rushing to make urgent repairs are increasingly becoming targets of contractor fraud. The pressure to act quickly, combined with insurance...
How Snow Retention Systems Enhance Metal Roof Performance
When contractors treat the roof as a complete building system and prioritize snow management solutions, they help their clients prepare for today’s extreme weather...
2025 Trends, 2026 Predictions: The Changing Landscape of Commercial Construction
As 2026 begins, the commercial construction industry finds itself at the crossroads of shifting demands and evolving challenges. From the growing need for thermally...
Essential Insulation Systems for Metal Building Energy Code Compliance
Understanding high-R insulation systems helps contractors and erectors avoid compliance issues, ensuring the metal building envelope performs as required.