Learn from the leaders in metal roofing
The roofing industry is experiencing a shortage of roofing professionals. Gulf Coast Supply & Manufacturing developed Contractor’s Advantage™ Factory Training to help fill the gap. Contractor’s Advantage™ helps our contractor customers enhance their business and increase their profits by sharpening their installation skills and techniques.
Classes Offered:
Hands-On Training
One-day hands-on training designed to provide a detailed introduction to proper installation techniques, Gulf Coast® installation details, governing codes & standards, and metal as a component in the roof system. This training will focus on exposed fastener metal roof products and is ideal for installers, foremen, and project managers.
Key topics include:
- Gulf Coast® Roofing Products
- Roofing Codes & Standards
- Proper Fastener Selection and Installation
- Thermal Dynamics of Metal Roofing
- Mitres, Laps, Transitions
- Trim Details – Eave, Endwall, Rake, Sidewall
- Through Penetrations
Advanced Hands-On Training
One-day training designed to provide a detailed introduction to standing seam metal roof systems. Prerequisite for this training is Gulf Coast® Hands-On Training. This advanced course will focus on snap lock and mechanically seamed hidden fastener roof systems.
Key topics include:
- Gulf Coast® Roofing Products
- Roofing Codes & Standards
- Proper Fastener Selection & Installation
- Thermal Dynamics of Metal Roofing
- Mitres, Laps, Transitions
- Trim Details – Eave, Endwall, Rake, Sidewall
- Through Penetrations
- Installations of Clips
- Seaming
Upcoming Dates
August 29-30, 2023
Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center
801 Front Avenue
Columbus, GA 31902
Tuesday, August 29: Hands-On Training, 8am – 5pm
Wednesday, August 30: Advanced Hands-On Training, 8am – 5pm **Prerequisite for this training is Gulf Coast® Hands-On Training.**
Registration Information
Each individual (even if with the same company) must register separately. Contractor’s Advantage™ training is valid for two full calendar years from date of course completion.
*Only individuals who successfully complete each course will receive training documentation. Companies are not eligible to receive training documentation, only individuals.
Each participant MUST wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) at all times while in our warehouse. Participants must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Gulf Coast Supply also encourages participants to bring protective eyewear, cut sleeves, and gloves. Recommended checklist for hands-on trainings: snips, drill, and gloves.
Refund Policy
Refunds are only offered if the event is canceled or postponed.
Words from past attendees
“Very informative. This course is well thought out and the Gulf Coast team is helpful and friendly. A must for anyone in the trades.” – Erik L.
“Class was worth every dollar. I learned a lot.” – Chris R.
“Filled with a lot of techniques to make installation easier. Will come back again.” – Joseph F