President’s Message: The Choctaw Academy Initiative and Rebranding of RCI December 09, 2018 Michael E. Clark, RBEC, RRO, PE, CSRP President PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE The theme of this month’s RCI Interface is “Historical Restoration.” Many of you, I would bet, have worked on a project that involved a historical building. Whether it is a reroofing project or one intended to deal with leaky windows or deteriorated exterior walls, I […] Read More
Advocacy Takes Front Seat at RCI August 17, 2018 By Jeffrey L. Taylor and Kristen Ammerman There are thousands of industry associations like RCI, Inc. (RCI), working every year to affect public policy in Washington, D.C. in a manner that positively impacts their members and their industries. With so many associations, interest groups, companies, and constituents vying for the ear of each elected leader, […] Read More
University Students Attend Annual RCI Convention and Trade Show June 06, 2018 By Walt Rossiter and Rick Gardner In 2012, the RCI Foundation initiated its Student Sponsorship program for supporting student attendance at the Annual Convention and Trade Show. The first year, seven students were supported. In 2018, 24 students attended due to the Foundation’s growth and support of RCI members and industry. Prerequisites for Participation — […] Read More
Roof Drainage Design, Roof Collapses, and the Codes May 15, 2018 Roof Drainage Design, Roof Collapses, and the Codes Dr. Stephen L. Patterson, RRC, PE Roof Technical Services, Inc. 1944 Handley Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76112 Phone: 800-256-6693 • E-mail: spatterson@rooftechusa.com and Dr. Madan Mehta, PE University of Texas at Arlington PO Box 19108, Arlington, TX 76019 Phone: 817-272-2801 • E-mail: mmehta@uta.edu 3 3 r d […] Read More
Van der Walt Appointed to Leadership Position April 18, 2018 If you attended the RCI 2018 International Convention and Trade Show or one of the myriad chapter meetings and industry events at which he has appeared in recent months, you already know that RCI’s new CEO Lionel van der Walt is a veritable force of nature. On top of throwing himself into the role as […] Read More
Volunteers Recognized at Awards Luncheon March 25, 2018 Scores of RCI members and staff were recognized at the Awards Luncheon Sunday in the Houston Ballroom. Emcee Warren French made introductions of the board of directors, new CEO Lionel van der Walt, and of award presenters. Chairs of various committees introduced each award, and President Mike Williams handed out the awards to individuals. Top […] Read More
Member Profile: Dennis McNeil March 14, 2018 By Assistant Director of Publications Katey Springle Lempka In our ongoing series of RCI member profiles, we highlight Dennis McNeil, who recently retired from Building Technology Associates, Inc. (BTA). McNeil is a Fellow of RCI and Member Emeritus, and holds RRO and RRC designations. He has been an RCI member since 1992, and is active […] Read More
Prefabrication and Induction Welding: Combatting Labor Shortages with Dual Roof Membrane Technologies March 10, 2018 Ma rc h 2 0 1 8 RC I I n t e r f a c e • 3 3 Labor shortages have had a harsh impact on the roofing industry. The recession of 2008-09 hit hard, forcing experienced roofers to leave the industry. As the economy has recovered and gained momentum, roofing contractors […] Read More
President’s Message: RCI is Doing and Planning Even Greater Things January 10, 2018 Michael Williams, RRC, RWC, RRO President PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE As I write this, I can’t believe the year is almost over; it seems as though it went so fast—especially the time between composing president’s messages. I’m told it is due only once a month, but it really seems like every week and a half. Thank goodness […] Read More
