2013 International Roofing Expo To Kick-Off In San Antonio February 5th
SAN ANTONIO, TX – February 1, 2013 – The International Roofing Expo is scheduled to take place at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas from Tuesday, February 5th through Thursday, February 7th. There will be 430 companies represented in 960 booths in the show room. The Expo will include events, a product showcase, exhibitor clinics, and information about technology and the marketplace as well as a welcome party, keynote address, and an awards ceremony. Attendees who wish to arrive early can also participate in a golf tournament, or in a community service day to help repair homes of unemployed or disabled families. Educational Conference Sessions will also be offered during the Expo, covering a variety of topics.
February 4
For attendees wishing to arrive in San Antonio a day early, there will be a community service day on February 4th from 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. to help repair the homes of unemployed and disabled families. Tax-deductible monetary donations are needed as well as volunteers to perform a variety of construction disciplines. There is a $25 fee, which includes lunch and transportation.
An NRCA/ROOFPAC golf tournament starts at 9:00 a.m. (shotgun start) February 4th. All proceeds will benefit ROOFPAC and NRCA's agenda in Washington, D.C. Complimentary shuttle bus services will be provided from the Marriott River center at 7:30 a.m. Lunch and soft drinks will be provided. The day concludes with a post-tournament reception before heading back to the hotels around 3:00 p.m. To register, contact dmusser@nrca.net or call (800) 338-5765.
February 5
The Expo's Conference Program commences on Tuesday, with Educational Conference Sessions taking place from 7:00-9:30 a.m. The Expo kicks off at 9:45 a.m. with a keynote address by Captain Mark Kelly, an astronaut and retired U.S. Navy Captain. Kelly is an experienced naval aviator who flew combat missions during the Gulf War, as well as aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour and Discovery. As only one of two individuals who have visited the International Space Station on four different occasions, Kelly will speak on the importance of teamwork and courage under pressure. This special event is free with all registration packages, but advanced registration is required. Expo exhibits will be open at 11:00 a.m., following the Keynote.
Also following the keynote address, The National Roofing Legal Resource Center Luncheon will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The luncheon will provide roofing contractors with a candid discussion about a number of roofing-specific legal and technical issues from the field. The first panel will share stories about their roofing companies' unexpected ICE audits to help you determine whether you are in compliance and prepared should you be ordered to submit your hiring records for inspection. The second panel consists of technical and legal experts who will educate you about how to limit your liability and protect yourself from a number of legal, technical and relationship problems, including revisions to FM 4470 and the impact on virtually all of FM's classifications; condensation problems related to white single-ply membranes; air-barriers in the new IECC 2012; the current state of R-values and Hurricane Sandy liabilities. To register, contact nrlrc@nrlrc.net or call (847) 299-9092.
From 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., the Expo will host its Welcome Party at Sunset Station, a National Historic Landmark known for its rich history and exquisite architecture. Participants can mingle with pros from the industry while enjoying free hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, music, and gambling. For admittance, attendees must register in advance. All guests must be 21 years of age with valid ID and IRE name badge. Admission is free for conference registrants and there is a $40 admission fee for Expo Only registrants.
February 6
Educational Conference Sessions continue at 7:45 a.m. on Wednesday, and go to 11:00 a.m., at which point the exhibits will once again be open. Then, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., the NRCA will host its Awards Ceremony & Cocktail Reception to formally recognize the roofing industry's most prestigious awards – the J.A. Piper Award, Gold Circle Awards, The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress' Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards, the Charlie Raymond Award and the Future Executives Institute Graduating Class 5 – as well as recognizing NRCS's retiring officers and directors. The ceremony will include complimentary beer, wine, soft drinks, and hors d'oeuvres. There is a cash bar for cocktails. The ceremony is free of charge, but advance registration is required at www.theroofingexpo.com/attendee.
February 7
Like the previous day, Educational Conference Sessions will take place on Thursday from 7:45-11:00 a.m., with the exhibits opening immediately afterward.
Show Floor Events
The International Roofing Expo will feature multi-dimensional products, services, technologies and innovations in roofing materials related to products. 960 booths will be packed with gutters, coatings/adhesives, built up, fasteners, machinery, metal, modified bitumen, roof pavers, renewable energy, walkways/ballast, shingles, slate, solar, spray polyurethane foam, tile ventilation, waterproofing, and much more.
Product Showcase
Find exactly what you need to keep your business on the cutting-edge by seeing, trying and comparing the latest and unique new, green and safety products.
Exhibitor Product Clinics
Learn tricks, tips and detailed instructions from OMG and Equipter as they present demonstrations of their products, equipment and materials. The dynamic interactive clinics are presented daily throughout the day right on the show floor.
Technology & Business Pavilion
In the pavilion, you will find the latest business and technology products and services, while meeting the suppliers that will help you select the right trends to help you keep your sales up all year long.
Metal Marketplace
Stop by this area on the show floor to find cutting-edge manufacturers supplying creative and innovative metal products, designs, building concepts, tools and services. If metal is your specialty, you will find what you need in this area.
About International Roofing Expo: The International Roofing Expo is the must-attend event for commercial and residential roofing professionals to stay abreast of market directions, trends and cutting-edge technology. Formerly owned by NRCA, the show was sold to Hanley Wood Exhibitions in May 2004. The official show sponsor is NRCA; the official show publication is Roofing Contractor; and the official residential publication is Replacement Contractor.
About Hanley Wood: Hanley Wood, LLC is the premier media and information company serving the residential, commercial design and construction industries. Through its operating platforms, the company produces award-winning digital and print publications, e-Newsletters, websites, marquee trade shows and events, market intelligence data and custom marketing solutions. The company also is North America's leading publisher of home plans. www.HanleyWood.com.
For more information about the International Roofing Expo, the Conference Program, attendee registration, or to see a list of exhibitors, please use the contact details and links provided below.
