FRSA Tile Underlayment Testing Confirms Concerns - October 2021
Tue, Nov 30, 2021
In the May 2021 edition of Florida Roofing magazine, I wrote an article titled Florida May Have a Flaw in Our Roofing Code Armor. The article went into some detail about a possible problem with tile underlayment consisting of a nailed D226 #30 with a... Read More
The Infrastructure Bill Will Create Jobs - But Who Will Fill Them? - October 2021
Sun, Nov 28, 2021
For many months, Americans have been hearing about the infrastructure bill. There have been questions about what would be included and what would not. Politicians argued about whether all the projects were actually related to infrastructure. And ever... Read More
President's Column Joe Byrne - October 2021
Sat, Nov 27, 2021
It is truly an honor to serve as the 100th President of FRSA. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Adam Purdy, Edwards Roofing Co. Inc., for his guidance and leadership this past year, as well as the Executive Committee who made all the tou... Read More
The Importance of Standard Operating Procedures for Your Business - September 2021
Fri, Nov 26, 2021
Allowing employees to fly by the seat of their pants and not having an actual plan to proceed with various tasks is a big mistake. Implementing Standard Operating Procedures can help you resolve this issue by adding much-needed organization to your b... Read More
Convention and Industry Updates - September 2021
Mon, Nov 22, 2021
Senate Bill 76, Now Florida Statute 489.147 As we prepared for this year’s Convention, we received word that a preliminary injunction had been granted dealing with specific language from SB 76. Read More
Monica Vornbrock Wins Bieler Enthusiasm Award - September 2021
Sun, Nov 21, 2021
When you think of the word “enthusiastic” several personality traits come to mind. Excited, engaged, positive and active are a few that might pop into your head. This year’s recipient of the Bieler Enthusiasm Gets It Done Award would check all those ... Read More
Brian Swope, CPRC, 2021 Life Member - September 2021
Sat, Nov 20, 2021
FRSA Life Membership is recommended by the membership and is awarded to individuals in recognition of their many years of outstanding service to the roofing industry and FRSA. Read More
Greg Keeler Wins Heart Award - September 2021
Fri, Nov 19, 2021
The Earl Blank Heart Award is presented annually to an FRSA Associate member who exemplifies the traits of Mr. Blank in his work in the industry: with dedication and respect for his customers and competitors alike. There are many Associate members wh... Read More
Tonya Steele, 2021 Honorary Member - September 2021
Thu, Nov 18, 2021
Honorary Membership is awarded to individuals in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the Association and the industry and are selected by FRSA’s Nominating Committee. Read More
Tracy Purdy Wins President's Award - September 2021
Wed, Nov 17, 2021
The President’s Award is given every year to someone who goes above and beyond to help the President throughout their year as President of the Association. FRSA President, Adam Purdy, CPRC selected his wife, Tracy Purdy, for this honor. Read More
Trent Cotney Wins Campanella Award - September 2021
Tue, Nov 16, 2021
FRSA’s highest honor is the Bob Campanella Memorial Award, which is presented each year to the FRSA member who is deemed most worthy of recognition for service to his or her community, the Association and to the industry. Read More
What You Should Know About Pending OSHA Proposals - September 2021
Sun, Nov 14, 2021
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is staying busy these days, not only completing routine inspections but also discussing actions that very well may impact companies and workers in the construction industry. Read More