Episode 8 - Charlie Smith

In Episode 8 of Building With Metal, we sit down with Charlie Smith, McElroy Metal's National Recover Manager, to explore the evolving landscape of metal roofing. Charlie shares his journey from owning a metal roofing manufacturing business to joining McElroy Metal, where he now focuses on innovative roof recovery solutions. We discuss the advantages of symmetrical standing seam panels, including improved watertightness and wind uplift capacity, and the challenges of integrating metal roofs with existing structures. Charlie also introduces the new Trap-T panel, designed for large-scale industrial applications, and highlights its enhanced wind and snow load capacities. Join us as we delve into the future of metal roofing and the importance of educating building owners about recovery options.