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New Fabrication Technology for 2024
02/23/2024
New Fabrication Technology for 2024
In this MetalTalk, Karen Edwards visits with Chad Rowe, Ken McLauchlan and Stephen Gosk of MetalForming to discuss new fabrication technology must-haves for 2024. As sheet metal shops, contractors and fabricators look at producing the metal building products the market demands, MetalForming is providing the machinery to do it. They will discuss new technologies surrounding board & batten design, conical bending and profile manipulator technology that is revolutionizing the metal construction industry. Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! Follow Us! #client’shastag #metalcoffeeshop #metalroofing
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Taylor Hanes & Guy Kopperud – Click Once, Contractors!
02/01/2024
Taylor Hanes & Guy Kopperud – Click Once, Contractors!
In this MetalCast episode, Karen Edwards visits with Taylor Hanes and Guy Kopperud of One Click Contractor. This innovative company helps contractors digitally deliver accurate, professional, and customized sales proposals that contain estimates, contracts and presentations. They talk about the history of their technology and how they have made the transition from paper to digital as smooth as possible. As part of the MetalVue program with Sherwin-Williams, Taylor and Guy share how their company works within MetalVue and why empowering roofing companies with the right technology is so important. Learn more at metalcoffeeshop.com Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Metal! Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/Metalcoffeeshop https://twitter.com/MtlCoffeeShop https://www.linkedin.com/company/metalcoffeeshop/ https://www.instagram.com/metal_coffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/@MetalCoffeeShop https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/rss #OneClickContractor #metalcoffeeshop #metalroofing
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Advantages of Metal Walls with Kiki Redhead and Brynn Wildenauer of Sherwin-Williams
01/30/2024
Advantages of Metal Walls with Kiki Redhead and Brynn Wildenauer of Sherwin-Williams
In this MetalCast episode, Karen Edwards visits with Kiki Redhead and Brynn Wildenauer of Sherwin-Williams to discuss metal walls. They will discuss the benefits of using metal over other materials, the aesthetic advantages of metal, and the varying colors available for metal walls. They will also discuss how you can incorporate more metal walls into your contracting work. Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! Follow Us! #SherwinWilliams #metalcoffeeshop #metalroofing
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Banking on Construction – Unveiling Truss with Matthew Smith
01/25/2024
Banking on Construction – Unveiling Truss with Matthew Smith
In this MetalCast episode, Karen Edwards sits down with Matthew Smith of Truss, a cutting-edge banking and payment solution for contractors and the greater construction industry. They delve into Truss’s origins and development, highlighting their realization of the demand for specialized banking tailored to the industry. As part of the MetalVue program with Sherwin-Williams, Matthew also shares how Truss works within MetalVue and why having a dedicated banking partner within the construction industry is an important step in growing your business. Learn more at metalcoffeeshop.com Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Metal! Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/Metalcoffeeshop https://twitter.com/MtlCoffeeShop https://www.linkedin.com/company/metalcoffeeshop/ https://www.instagram.com/metal_coffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/@MetalCoffeeShop https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/rss #TrussPayments #metalcoffeeshop #metalroofing
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MCS Influencer Response - Erik Trefzger of Orca Roofing
01/24/2024
MCS Influencer Response - Erik Trefzger of Orca Roofing
Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! Follow Us! #orcaroofing #metalcoffeeshop #metalroofing
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Saving Lives on Metal Roofs No Matter the Condition
01/19/2024
Saving Lives on Metal Roofs No Matter the Condition
In this episode of MetalCast™, Karen Edwards meets up with Neil and Lin Warner from SteelGrip SAMM® to talk about safety on metal roofs. The two share how Neil’s own safety issues in the painting industry led to the development of this unique safety solution that has carried over and transformed safety in the metal roofing industry. Learn how these magnetic mats work and what safety issues they address for metal roof installers. Listen to hear why the SteelGrip SAMM is a must have on every metal roofing project and how you can add it to your safety gear toolkit. Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! Follow Us! #SteelGripSAMM #metalcoffeeshop #metalroofing
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Use AI to Recession-proof Your Business!
01/18/2024
Use AI to Recession-proof Your Business!
In this MetalTalk, Karen Edwards visits with Amir Davani, Head of Sales at Rillavoice, about how the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is influencing metal construction. Sebastian talks about the growth, ethics and application of AI in metal construction. You will also learn how to use this powerful technology to transcribe and analyze your sales team’s conversations, providing insights and coaching opportunities to increase closing rates. As part of the MetalVue program, Rilla is helping contractors Make More with Metal utilizing new technologies including AI. Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! Follow Us! #Rilla #RillaVoice #metalcoffeeshop #metalroofing
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Keith Dietzen – Build your System with SmartBuild!
01/11/2024
Keith Dietzen – Build your System with SmartBuild!
In this MetalCast episode, Karen Edwards visits with Keith Dietzen of SmartBuild Systems. As the power behind the Roofing Passport, which is part of MetalVue, SmartBuild offers the only fully automated roofing software platform for estimating and ordering for metal roofing. The software puts contractors in command of the bidding process. Karen and Keith discuss the history of SmartBuild, the services they offer, and how they fit into the Sherwin-Williams MetalVue program. Learn more at metalcoffeeshop.com Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Metal! Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/Metalcoffeeshop https://twitter.com/MtlCoffeeShop https://www.linkedin.com/company/metalcoffeeshop/ https://www.instagram.com/metal_coffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/@MetalCoffeeShop https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/rss #SmartBuildSystems #metalcoffeeshop #metalroofing
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Paul Watts – Don't Meddle With These Metal Cleaning Products!
01/04/2024
Paul Watts – Don't Meddle With These Metal Cleaning Products!
In this MetalCast™ episode, Karen Edwards visits with Paul Watts of Watts Removal Products. Known for their easy-to-use, highly effective removal products that are environmentally friendly, Watts Removal Products are the only Sherwin-Williams approved products on the market besides water! Paul will not only discuss the benefits of these products, but will share how to keep your metal clean, and how to incorporate metal cleaning products into your business. The two will also discuss the Sherwin-Williams MetalVue program and how contractors can add metal to their roofing services. Learn more at metalcoffeeshop.com Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Metal! Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/Metalcoffeeshop https://twitter.com/MtlCoffeeShop https://www.linkedin.com/company/metalcoffeeshop/ https://www.instagram.com/metal_coffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/@MetalCoffeeShop #WattsRemovalProducts #metalcoffeeshop #metalroofing
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Mark MacDonald – Discover the MetalVue Dealers’ Portal!
01/03/2024
Mark MacDonald – Discover the MetalVue Dealers’ Portal!
In this MetalCast episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Mark MacDonald of Sherwin-Williams to discuss the new Sherwin-Williams MetalVue Dealers’ Portal. They talk about the history and creation of MetalVue and its Dealers Portal. The revolutionary MetalVue program offers one of the most informative and educational dealers’ portals in the market and is known for helping contractors Make more with Metal. This MetalCast will help contractors understand why to get involved with MetalVue and how the Dealers’ Portal will make it easy. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Follow Us! https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop #SherwinWilliams #rooferscoffeeshop #roofing
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State of the Union for 2024
12/22/2023
State of the Union for 2024
In this MetalTalk, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Geoff Bernstein of Vicwest, Stephen Gosk of MetalForming, and Holly Gotfredson of American Metalcraft and Finishing Dynamics to discuss the State of the Union for the metal industry looking forward to 2024. They will talk about the health of the industry overall, what to watch for in 2024 and how to stay on top of the latest trends and developments to ensure a successful year ahead. This will help metal construction contractors prepare for another great year utilizing metal. MCS CTA Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! Follow Us! #metalcoffeeshop #metalroofing
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Lease or Buy Your Equipment
12/15/2023
Lease or Buy Your Equipment
In this MetalCast episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Ken McLauchlan and Stephen Gosk of MetalForming about the best options for leasing or buying metal forming equipment. With interest rates higher than prior years and the market continuing to grow, metal contractors are looking for solutions and fabrication equipment is an excellent option. So, if you are starting a sheet metal shop or growing your current shop, this is an excellent podcast to help you make the best decisions. Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! Follow Us! #metalforming #metalcoffeeshop #metalroofing
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Bobby Mesmer – Lead your business to success!
12/12/2023
Bobby Mesmer – Lead your business to success!
In this MetalCast episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Bobby Mesmer, a driving force behind RMG Erectors & Constructors, RMG Aviation, Iron Will Racing, and RMG Luxury Services. They discuss ways to scale your business sustainably, grow your business in the face of adversity and foster good employee-employer relationships. They also talk about the impact that selling a business can have on the owner and employees from Bobby’s own experience. Learn more at metalcoffeeshop.com Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! Sign up for the Week in Metal! Follow Us! #RMGErectorsandConstructors #metalcoffeeshop #metalroofing
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MCS Influencer Response - Vicky Smith Filling in for Rob Haddock
11/20/2023
MCS Influencer Response - Vicky Smith Filling in for Rob Haddock
This month's question is: What are best practices for attracting and retaining employees? Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! Follow Us!
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Sherwin-Williams' MetalVue™ Dealer’s Portal
11/16/2023
Sherwin-Williams' MetalVue™ Dealer’s Portal
In this MetalTalk™ webinar, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Dominic Caminata of Grosso University and Mark MacDonald of Sherwin-Willams about the new MetalVue Dealer’s Portal. The MetalVue program is revolutionizing the sales process for metal roofing and Grosso has developed a leading portal for the program using their Learning Management System. Dominic and Grosso trainers are leaders in sales training and have been working with MetalVue contractors for success. Attend this webinar and get 10 days of free access to the Dealer’s Portal which offers step-by-step videos on how to use the MetalVue program to grow your metal roofing and siding opportunities in 2024. Learn more at Learn more at #SherwinWilliams #MetalTalk #MetalCoffeeShop #MetalRoofing #MetalConstructionIndustry #MetalConstruction #MetalIndustry #RoofersCoffeeShop
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MCS Influencer Response - Randy Chaffee
11/08/2023
MCS Influencer Response - Randy Chaffee
This month's influencer question is: What are the best practices for attracting and retaining employees? Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! Follow Us!
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Megan Pope, Robyn Ommen, Mark Billstrom, Joe Shimp & Josh Nowlin - NFBA’s 2024 Expo
10/31/2023
Megan Pope, Robyn Ommen, Mark Billstrom, Joe Shimp & Josh Nowlin - NFBA’s 2024 Expo
In this MetalCast episode, Karen Edwards visits with NFBA Executive Director Megan Pope, Assocation President Robyn Ommen of Sherwin-Williams along with NFBA executive board members, Mark Billstrom, president of Lester Building Systems, Joe Shimp, president of Conestoga Buildings and Josh Nowlin, business development manager of Burrow’s Supply, to discuss NFBA’s 2024 Expo! They will be talking about what is happening in the frame building industry and what attendees can look forward to during their expo. Find out all the details for the expo including dates, locations, showcases and keynote speakers, as well as where and how to buy tickets. Mark your calendars, this expo will be here before you know it!
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MCS Influencer Response - Randy Chaffee
10/24/2023
MCS Influencer Response - Randy Chaffee
This month's topic: Safety on the jobsite and in the office! Question: How is safety changing on the jobsite and what should contractors be aware of? Learn more at Follow Us!
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Coffee Conversations LIVE From METALCON 2023 Sponsored by New Tech Machinery!
10/20/2023
Coffee Conversations LIVE From METALCON 2023 Sponsored by New Tech Machinery!
You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by New Tech Machinery, coming to you LIVE from METALCON 2023 in Las Vegas! Join us on day two of the show as we meet with industry leaders and experts from the metal industry. Guests include manufacturers, service providers and contractors who will share their insights and wisdom straight from the trade show floor. You can watch from the comfort of your home, on your mobile device or in person from outside our soundstage at booth #1091. The topics will center around what's hot across the country including what is to come for the rest of 2023 and into 2024. Join us for this great Coffee Conversations LIVE from METALCON on October 19, 2023 at 2 p.m. PT!
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Women in Metal Construction LIVE at METALCON
10/20/2023
Women in Metal Construction LIVE at METALCON
In this MetalTalk™ recorded live from METALCON, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Kelli Nolden with DoneRite Home Maintenance and Michelle Kettering with LTD Exteriors to discuss women in metal construction and the metal industry as a whole. Nicole and Michelle have both trained with John Sheridan and are part of the Training Zone at METALCON. They will share their experiences with metal roofing installation and training as well as providing resources and advice for women interested in metal roofing as a career.
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Kiki Redhead & Brynn Wildenauer - Choose Your Hues With FUSE!
10/10/2023
Kiki Redhead & Brynn Wildenauer - Choose Your Hues With FUSE!
Karen Edwards visits with Kiki Redhead and Brynn Wildenauer of Sherwin-Williams to discuss the FUSE architectural color forecast. They talk about color trends, how to choose the right colors for your business and what colors are trending in the marketplace today. They will also cover which colors are becoming more popular, how to get the colors you want for your business and how staying on trend can help your business boom. Use the FUSE Report to choose your hues!
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Jon Olson – Malco Products, Metal Tools and METALCON
09/28/2023
Jon Olson – Malco Products, Metal Tools and METALCON
In this MetalCast episode, Karen Edwards visits Jon Olson of Malco Products to discuss the history of their company, their tool collection, and the new products they are launching. They also discuss the live demos and their booth at METALCON 2023 this coming October. Pour a cup of coffee and learn about one of the top tool suppliers in construction.
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Randy Chaffee - September 2023 Influencer Response
09/20/2023
Randy Chaffee - September 2023 Influencer Response
This month's topic: How can contractors be more involved with architectural specifications?
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MetalTalk - Using Visualization to Boost Your Business
09/19/2023
MetalTalk - Using Visualization to Boost Your Business
In this MetalTalk, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Brad Finck of Renoworks to discuss how contractors are using visualization to close more business and help consumers make the right choices for their metal project. You’ll learn about the history of this technology in the roofing industry, the various kinds of visualizers available and how you can harness the power of the tool to let your customers bring their projects to life, before they buy. They will also discuss how visualization ties into metal construction and the MetalVue program overall. Learn more at
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John Sheridan – Check out the Training Zone at METALCON 2023
09/14/2023
John Sheridan – Check out the Training Zone at METALCON 2023
Heidi J. Ellsworth road trips east to visit with John Sheridan of Sheridan Metal Resources about the new Training Zone at METALCON 2023. It will feature demonstrations and education using a variety of mock-ups and materials including painted steel, aluminum and zinc. Training will focus on proper detailing and utilization of the right tools to enhance the skills of contractors and remodelers. John talks about enabling contractors to deliver their best, most efficient and cleanest work when installing various metal roofing systems. This is a must see at this year’s METALCON.
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Sebastian Jimenez - Taking Sales Calls to the Next Level with AI
08/30/2023
Sebastian Jimenez - Taking Sales Calls to the Next Level with AI
In this MetalCast episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with the leading technology group Rilla. Sitting down with Shan Lagudas and Sebastian Jimenez she learns how sales calls can move to the next level with the technology around AI. Rilla automatically transcribes and analyzes sales conversations using Artificial Intelligence in order for sales managers to better train and grow their sales team. Don’t miss this cutting-edge review of AI technology and how it can improve your sales.
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Mindy Dahlquist - Preventing Liability and Tragedy with Snow Retention
08/29/2023
Mindy Dahlquist - Preventing Liability and Tragedy with Snow Retention
What can happen when snow on a metal roof is left to accumulate over time? To answer this question, Heidi J. Ellsworth is road tripping to soon-to-be snowy Utah to talk with Mindy Dahlquist from TRA Snow & Sun about keeping your family and guests safe in the winter. Mindy Dahlquist gives examples of the very real dangers of falling snow and ice. Not just to people, but to property and contractor's livelihoods. Nick Metzer from The Roofing Co. also stops by to describe how TRA Snow & Sun’s snow retention systems can be easily installed to prevent these scenarios from happening.
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Ken McLauchlan - Rollforming, The Next Big Thing!
08/29/2023
Ken McLauchlan - Rollforming, The Next Big Thing!
Heidi J. Ellsworth meets up with Ken McLauchlan, recently back from Europe with big news about what they will be sharing at METALCON this year. It is big news that will be officially launched at the 2023 METALCON show. MetalCoffeeShop has the exclusive first talk about one of the biggest evolutions in processing machinery and it is being introduced by Metalforming. Tune in to get some inside scoop and be sure to attend METALCON 2023 for the big reveal. They are welcoming metal construction professionals to take a swing at new technology and launch their business into the new digital economy with equipment that takes technology to the next level!
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Building for Tomorrow
08/23/2023
Building for Tomorrow
In this MetalTalk RLW, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Geoff Bernstein of Vicwest to discuss how the use of metal in both siding and roofing are changing the dynamics of building for tomorrow. They will focus on the strength and durability of metal siding and how it helps homeowners mitigate the risk of mother nature including wind, fire, hail and pests. There are many standards that are making a difference including those set by the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) and Vicwest is meeting them all with their beautiful metal siding line, Bellara. The popularity of this siding is being recognized by the industry for its distinct colors and profiles. Join this MetalTalk to find out how your exteriors company can start offering this unique and sustainable siding product. Learn more at
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Judy Geller - METALCON 2023 Expo
08/21/2023
Judy Geller - METALCON 2023 Expo
In this MetalCast episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Judy Geller of METALCON to discuss their upcoming 2023 Expo. The show features a dynamic exhibit hall with interactive educational sessions that allow attendees to find the innovations and solutions they need for business success. New this year is the first Women in Metal Construction breakfast, and back again is the popular live sound stage and Coffee Conversations sponsored by New Tech Machinery.
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