by Brianna Crandall — January 21, 2015—Facilities managers will have more comprehensive information on roof coatings available from one source now that the Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA) and the Reflective Roof Coatings Institute (RRCI) have merged into one industry association.
The merger is intended to advance, promote, and expand the national and international market for roof coatings through education, outreach, technical advancement, and advocacy, and to better position the roof coatings industry in the various legislative, regulatory, and building code development arenas that affect the two associations’ consolidated membership.
The merger between RCMA and RRCI is expected to result in a stronger, more unified voice for federal and state advocacy initiatives and a more robust communications and marketing program for roof coatings. In addition, the merger will result in a more detailed and comprehensive industry shipment report, which the groups say will be a huge benefit to members.
RCMA has made a number of changes to its committee and task force structure, including the creation of the new RCMA Reflective Roof Coatings Institute. Through the development of technical bulletins, case studies, white papers, and research, the Institute will allow RCMA to be an important technical and educational resource to the industry. A strong emphasis will be placed on outreach to end users of coatings products, so that RCMA can ensure proper and accurate information is available for their benefit.
The RCMA Annual Meeting will be held in New Orleans, Louisiana, on February 22-23, 2014, in conjunction with the International Roofing Expo. The programming, speakers, and topics featured at the RCMA Annual Meeting represent broad segments of the science, technology, and professional expertise on roof coatings. Current RCMA members as well as non-members are welcome to attend, says the group.
The association will continue to be called the Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA), with the existing logo and Web site. More information on RCMA activities, programs, and initiatives is available online.
