A family-focused leader 
by Ashley St. John
Rob Therrien assumes his role as NRCA president.

Be sure you're paid 
by Brian P. McCormick
Recent court cases benefiting bond claimants have prompted the continued use of AIA's A312 form.

The world's first solar bar 
by Ashley St. John
Wm. Molnar Roofing installs a solar reflective roof system on 3 Nick's Tap Room.

Breaking a Guinness World Record

Contact information for the companies responsible for roofing 3 Nick's Tap Room

The Wall of Wind 
by Arindam Gan Chowdhury, Ph.D.
Florida International University creates a wall of wind to test roof systems.

U.S. areas most vulnerable to hurricanes

ASCE 7 update 
by Thomas L. Smith, AIA, RRC
ASCE 7-05 includes changes and additions that affect wind-load calculations for roof assemblies and rooftop equipment.

Focus 
Professional Roofing undergoes some changes.
by Ambika Puniani Bailey

Tech Today 
NRCA is concerned FM 1-52 results in inappropriate use and result variability.
by Mark S. Graham

Capitol Hill 
NRCA prepares for an impending debate about health care reform legislation.
by Duane L. Musser

Environment Matters 
Professional Roofing debuts its new column dedicated to providing information about roofing and the environment.
by Craig Silvertooth

Safe Solutions 
Determining calculated clearance is critical for preventing fall-related injuries.
by Harry Dietz

As I was saying … 
NRCA is rebranding itself to stay at the forefront of the roofing industry.
by Bill Good

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