Contents

DECEMBER 2017
VOL. 47 ISSUE 12

COLUMNS

Focus

A fundraising campaign is underway to help rebuild First Baptist Church, Sutherland Springs, Texas.

A time for thanks

Reid Ribble, NRCA's CEO, reflects on his first year leading NRCA.

Understanding FM VSH

FM Global and FM Approvals have implemented a Very Severe Hail (VSH) impact-resistance classification.

Pushing for change

NRCA members participate in a successful visit to Capitol Hill to urge action on key legislative issues.

DEPARTMENTS

FEATURES

Absolute Roofing and Waterproofing, Frisco, Texas, helps renovate the Corps of Cadets dorms at Texas A&M University, College Station.

A roofing salute - Absolute Roofing and Waterproofing helps renovate the Corps of Cadets Dorms at Texas A&M University

You can help homeowners select products with additives made from recycled plastics, which benefit roof system performance and the environment.

An added benefit - Additives made from recycled plastics can benefit roof system performance and the environment

The Certified Roofing Torch Applicator program enables roof system designers and installers to provide fire-safe roof system applications.

Specifying CERTA - Proper roof system design and applicator training are necessary for CERTA compliance

You should be aware changes to the 2018 I-Codes affect roof assemblies.

Keeping an eye on I-Codes:  Part one - Changes in the 2018 codes affect roof assemblies

The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress unites the industry through philanthropy, education, training and research.

Come together - The Alliance unites the roofing industry through education, training, research, sustainability and philanthropy