Burt Logan ◆ President’s Column
Appreciation for the FRSA Team As I begin my next-to-the- had in the past six years. I would like to personally thank the advertisers who have last column, I look back on what an amazing ride supported ROOFING FLORIDA Magazine over the years. it has been serving the in- You’ve enabled us to produce an informational publication dustry. Not only have I had specifically for the industry, updating contractors, architects the good fortune to be an and building officials on code changes, new products and inFRSA member throughout dustry resources. Often, the magazine is the only contact we my roofing career, but I’ve have with some contractors and this provides us an opportualso had the opportunity nity to help educate and inform them about the status of the to participate and serve at Florida roofing industry. It’s official! The judges have met and chosen the winners the local and state levels, of the S.T.A.R. – Spotlight Trophy for the Advancement of and on the FRSA Board of Roofing – Awards. If you haven’t made your table reservaDirectors. tions for this industry event, you can do so by visiting FRSA’s Being elected to the website, www.floridaroof.com and clicking on the “Register Executive Committee was FRSA President Burt Logan, Now” button. Winners of the S.T.A.R. Awards will be proan honor and a role I take Senior Estimator at CORE filed in ROOFING FLORIDA Magazine, on the website and great pride in. Over the past Roofing Systems on FRSA’s YouTube Channel. This year, one lucky submisfour years, I have had the sion will win the “Shining Star” Award, chosen by the judges opportunity to work with some amazing industry leaders as the best-of-the-best industry project – an event you won’t whom I admire and respect. want to miss. Join us on Friday night, July 17, for the S.T.A.R. I’ve been able to be a part of FRSA history, helping to Awards Dinner and stay around for the After-Party immedimove the Association and the industry in a new direction ately following. by: establishing a training center, working on new building I look forward to seeing you at the Convention and the codes, adopting new technology to benefit member proFlorida Roofing and Sheet Metal Expo! grams and services, reconnecting with our Affiliate locations, rebranding the Convention and Expo, and reestablishing the Strategic Plan. These are just some of the achievements that I’ve witnessed over the past few years. I want to thank the FRSA Past Presidents who have shared their experiences and wisdom with me. Soon I’ll be president@floridaroof.com one of you sitting on the Advisory Committee imparting wisdom to future generations. I remember when I first began attending SAVES YOU FRSA meetings; I was intimidated by some of the older guys involved. I sat in meetings and MONEY & TIME was in total awe of their knowledge, experience and history, which they could recall at a moment’s notice – even more so during heated debates on a hot topic or contentious issue. I learned a lot from listening to them during meetings and at social functions. For those members who are new to the industry, I encourage you to become engaged and join one of FRSA’s many committees. Take the first step – the benefits you’ll receive through participation will surprise you. • Patent issued # 8,061,087 B2 and patented pending retrofit system The Convention and Expo are about six • No need to remove the old roof, interrupt business, or cause possible weather damage • Requires up to 40% LESS fasteners and labor to install than one-piece systems weeks away, and I want to encourage you to • Free estimates designed to meet current wind codes • Zee shape design emulates shape of sub-purlins put some time aside and attend the events, July • Custom formed lengths to fit your project 16-18, 2015, at the Orange County Convention • Complete system components, sub eave, sub rake, sub ridge, etc.… to complete project • Allows for optional insulation and/or achieves a thermal break with air space between old and new roof Center and the Hyatt Regency Orlando (it’s • Increased wind load capacity in high wind zone areas • Less restriction of water flow on old roof if caught in weather during installation still the Peabody Hotel to me!). There are many • Can frame entire roof prior to installing new roof panels • Can be used with your new standing seam roof or exposed fastener profiles opportunities for education, socializing, participation in sporting events and walking the Expo PH: 504-858-9290 TF: 855-227-0707 www.ezros.com info@ezros.com floor. This is slated to be the largest Expo we’ve
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