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Once in a blue moon, you’ll be lucky enough to catch SPRI President Scott Carpenter on the IIBEC show floor! Come see for us on Day 2 of IIBEC, Booth 1006 to learn more about SPRI and Directory of Roof Assemblies (DORA). See you soon!

Come see us! We’re at the 2025 IIBEC Conference, Booth 1006 (front right when you walk in the main doors). We’ll be here 3:15-7:15p. See you soon! #roofing

**Adapting to a Changing Landscape: Key Trends in Building Codes for 2025 and Beyond** The way we design, construct, and maintain buildings is rapidly evolving, driven by new challenges, technologies, and priorities. At the recent SPRI Winter Meeting, Amanda Hickman of The Hickman Group provided an insightful overview of 11 emerging trends in building codes that are reshaping the industry. Thank you to RoofersCoffeeShop? for this article! Link to the full article below. Here are the key takeaways from her presentation: 1?? **Changes to the ICC Code Development Process** – Refinements to enhance the code update process while balancing cost impacts for stakeholders. 2?? **Resiliency Initiatives** – Preparing structures for natural disasters and climate challenges is no longer optional; it's essential. 3?? **Air Leakage Control** – Advanced sealing and insulation are improving energy performance and building comfort. 4?? **Addressing Thermal Bridging** – Tackling heat loss through materials with poor insulation to boost energy efficiency. 5?? **Renewables Integration** – From photovoltaic (PV) systems to electrification, buildings are aligning with sustainability goals. 6?? **Existing Building Standards** – Modernizing roof recovery and alterations to meet safety and efficiency benchmarks. 7?? **Decarbonization and Embodied Energy** – Reducing the carbon footprint of buildings, from material production to lifecycle management. 8?? **Energy Credits and Performance Options** – Incentives and frameworks are encouraging innovative energy-saving practices. 9?? **Occupiable Roofs, Blue Roofs, and Solar** – Rooftops are being reimagined as multifunctional, sustainable spaces. ?? **Tornado Provisions** – Strengthening structural resilience to protect against severe weather events. 11?? **State-Level Code Variations** – Addressing regional priorities while navigating the challenges of maintaining consistency. At SPRI, we are committed to fostering innovation while upholding the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and sustainability for the roofing industry. By staying informed and adaptable, we can shape the resilient buildings of tomorrow. ?? *Join us as we continue driving meaningful change in the roofing and building industries.* #BuildingCodes #Resiliency #Sustainability #Innovation #RoofingIndustry #SPRI https://lnkd.in/eHnTPrgV

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Attention Roofing and Construction Specifiers!?? The Construction Specifier?magazine has weekly quizzes to test your knowledge on recent articles. This week’s quiz spotlights SPRI’s article on?Managing Construction Moisture in Commercial Roofing Systems. Not only is this a great opportunity to test what you know, but it’s also a fun way to revisit key insights from our article and learn even more about this crucial topic. Are you ready to take on the challenge? Click the link below to access the quiz and see how you score! ???Take the quiz here: https://lnkd.in/dW5vEqDH

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of David Roodvoets, who served as SPRI’s first technical director from 1995 to 2008. Dave was a remarkable innovator and leader in the roofing industry, leaving a lasting legacy through his work in advancing construction standards and promoting resilience in extreme weather conditions. Beyond his technical expertise, Dave generously shared his knowledge and passion, shaping industry practices and contributing to the improved safety of countless buildings. His commitment to excellence and his thoughtful approach to solving complex challenges made a profound impact on SPRI and the wider roofing community. Our thoughts are with Dave’s family and friends during this time. His dedication, intelligence, and warmth will be deeply missed, but his contributions will not be forgotten. https://lnkd.in/dhx7_q4v

Last year's annual golf outing was a moment "fore" the books as SPRI member Mike Darsch accomplished the ultimate ace—a hole-in-one! This year, we were thrilled to honor Mike for this rare and impressive feat. ?? Congrats, Mike! You’ll always be on par with the legends and will live in SPRI infamy! Pictured here with SPRI President Scott Carpenter, Mike truly sets the standard for going above and beyond. ???♂? #SPRIConference #GolfLegends #HoleInOne

We had an incredible time at the SPRI Annual Conference this year in beautiful Clearwater Beach, FL! A special thank you to our amazing speakers who shared their insights and expertise with our association members. ???? John Powers – “Who’s Controlling Your Static Line” ???? McKay Daniels – “Looking Forward: The Roofing Industry Today and in the Years Ahead” ???? Deborah Mazol – “The New Roof Over America” ???? Ken Simonson – “Will Construction Thrive or Dive in ’25?” Your contributions made this event truly unforgettable. Thank you for inspiring and educating us! #SPRIConference

???Honoring Excellence at SPRI’s Annual Conference??? At this year’s SPRI Annual Conference, we had the distinct privilege of presenting a truly exceptional recognition—the President’s Award. This honor has been bestowed upon only a select few throughout SPRI’s history, and this year, we are thrilled to recognize?Bob LeClare for his outstanding contributions and unwavering dedication. Bob’s commitment to SPRI spans more than two decades. Since joining in 2002, his involvement has been instrumental in shaping the organization and advancing the industry. He took on the role of Promotion Committee Chair in 2009, was elected to SPRI’s Board as Director in 2010, and served as Secretary Treasurer in that same year. By 2011, Bob was President-Elect, embarking on a two-year term as SPRI President in 2012. After a brief hiatus in 2015 and 2016, Bob returned to the Board in 2017 and has continued to serve with passion and purpose. In addition to these leadership roles, Bob has chaired numerous technical task forces and played a pivotal part in the development, approval, and revision of critical standards such as ES-1, ED-1, and GD-1. His meticulous attention to detail and thoughtful insights have been integral to SPRI’s success and the betterment of the roofing industry as a whole. Bob exemplifies the kind of volunteer leadership that every association aspires to have—dependable, insightful, and endlessly committed to progress. Please join us in congratulating Bob LeClare on receiving the prestigious President’s Award. Thank you, Bob, for your remarkable service, dedication, and for leaving a lasting impact on SPRI and the industry. ?????Congratulations, Bob!????? ATAS International, Inc. Scott Carpenter