Preformed metal roofing panels such as metal tile, metal shake, metal shingles, and metal slate panels are a perfect choice for homeowners who require a certain aesthetic but desire the longevity, durability, and performance that only a metal roofing product can provide. Knowing how to select and properly install these quality roofing products is key to their success. This demonstration will offer considerations based on the project’s region, which accessories should be utilized/considered, and best practices on installation and the benefits of why metal is roofing’s “best kept secret:”
Learning Objectives
- Discover the key features and benefits of stone-coated metal roofing systems.
- Explore essential testing protocols and performance characteristics that impact product selection.
- Learn best practices for installing stone-coated metal roofing systems.
- Find out how to apply effective installation techniques for perimeter detailing and common roof penetrations.
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Mitch Heitsch
Regional Manager, Unified Steel
Throughout his career, Mitch has held several positions in manufacturing and contracting in the construction industry. He currently lives in Orlando, FL, where he continues to work with his nationwide team to educate the market on the benefits of Unified Steel!
Robin Anderson
Technical and Strategy Development Manager, Westlake
Robin has been in the metal roofing industry since 1986, when as a third-generation metal worker, he started in custom manufacturing, pushing the assist side of a ten-foot Chicago brake with his grandfather. Through years of hard work and learning, Robin graduated into managing installation crews, estimating and eventually ownership of the company that his grandfather had started in 1949. Working with different manufacturers of metal roofing provided learning opportunities of manufacturing, codes, and standards, as well as installing manual writing and product testing. Later joining Gerard Roofing Technologies as Installation Trainer, Robin was hired to educate existing and new contractors in the benefits of using and the techniques of installing stone coated steel roofing. Through many mergers and acquisitions, Robin is now the Technical Services Manager for Unified Steel / Westlake, a manufacturer of stone-coated steel roofing. Robin is responsible for code compliance, new product testing and product development, as well as working with the Training, Quality Control, Marketing, Claims, Engineering and Sales Departments to help provide a “real world” experience for bettering customer relations with architects, engineers, contractors, installers, and homeowners.