Contents

DECEMBER 2009
VOL. 39 ISSUE 12

COLUMNS

Focus

The government is trying to make it easier for small buisnesses to get loans.

Tech Today

Wind speeds shouldn't be confused with uplift pressures.

Capitol Hill

Possible changes at OSHA could affect roofing contractors.

Environment Matters

Installing vinyl roofing products can benefit the environment.

Safe Solutions

Be mindful of hazards associated with roof hatches.

As I was saying …

Doubts about the globalization of the roofing industry can be put to rest.

DEPARTMENTS

FEATURES

Cool roof coatings: green and growing - Coatings gain popularity in a sustainability-conscious time

Cool roof coatings: green and growing

Coatings gain popularity in a sustainability-conscious time


Sharing its story - Two Alliance leaders discuss the organization's past accomplishments and future endeavors

Sharing its story

Two Alliance leaders discuss the organization's past accomplishments and future endeavors


An SPF solution  - West Roofing Systems reroofs the Ohio Turnpike Commission Administration Building

An SPF solution

West Roofing Systems reroofs the Ohio Turnpike Commission Administration Building