Since the early 1990’s, Alpine has spent a great deal of time and money on structural testing of snow guards. Some of these results are now 20 years old. As we begin a new year, we’ll begin the process of completely retesting every product we offer. Our first-of-its-kind research facility will allow us to start Keep reading . . .
Category: Company History & News
Company history and news about Alpine SnowGuards’ beginnings and latest updates.
Slate Roofing: Will History Repeat Itself?
A reprint of an article published by Brian Stearns, the president & founder of Alpine SnowGuards, in Slate Roof Quarterly. Will History Repeat Itself? Back during the early 1970’s a sharp rise in oil prices sent a wave of fear and frustration through the U.S. consumer base. That “Oil Crisis” had a huge impact on Keep reading . . .
Slate Roofs & the Importance of “Attic Stock”
A reprint of an article about Slate Roofs & the Importance of “Attic Stock” published by Brian Stearns, the president & founder of Alpine SnowGuards, in Slate Roof Quarterly. The term “Attic Stock” is recognized by too few people in the slate industry. Attic stock is a reserve supply of roofing slate that is left Keep reading . . .
Beware. Proceed with Caution.
In the spirit of Halloween, a more appropriate title for this blog may have been “Trick or Treat”, or maybe “Beware. Proceed at your own risk!” Where to start? For those of you who’ve been following my blogs, you know that I’ve been focused on the evolution of the roofing industry combined with snow management Keep reading . . .
Snow Guard Evolution During the Early 1990’s
As we enter the early 1990’s, we can skip over talking about things like the mullet, 90210, grunge bands and big bangs. Instead, let’s focus on a variety of snow guard options that began to enter the market right around this time. Seemingly the most active of these markets in the 1990’s was standing seam Keep reading . . .
Shout Out to the National Slate Association
For those of you who read my blogs, you already know that I’m passionate about historic roofing and the evolution of the roofing industry. Starting tomorrow, the National Slate Association is hosting an event in Washington, D.C. – you can find all of the details here. This association has worked diligently to promote the understanding Keep reading . . .
Summer’s Almost Behind Us. Winter Lies Ahead.
Summer is officially coming to a close. For many of us, that means getting in the last fishing trip of the year before the cold weather sets in. It’s also the time of year when kids are back in school, Labor Day weekend is behind us, and we find ourselves preparing for the changing seasons. Keep reading . . .
3 Reasons Alpine’s AIA/CES Course is Right for You
We have some VERY exciting news to share here at Alpine SnowGuards. You may have already heard. Or, maybe you haven’t heard. Either way, it’s worth repeating…. Alpine has recently become an AIA-approved Continuing Education Systems Provider! What does this mean? It means that by being an approved AIA/CES Provider, we’re presented with the unique Keep reading . . .
From the Archives: Slate Roofing & Quality Control
Last week I found myself looking through the archives of Slate Roof Quarterly, the print newsletter that was in circulation between 1999 and 2006. Written by Alpine’s President & founder, Brian Stearns, who began his career as a slate roofing contractor. In Volume 6.4, in the Spring of 2005, Brian dug into the quality control aspect Keep reading . . .
PP115 Snow Guard Featured on This Old House & Other Notable Projects
We would like to thank This Old House producers for the much-needed discussion about the importance of snow guards. Tommy and Kevin of This Old House installed our PP115 system quickly and easily on a Brookline, MA residential project last weekend. It’s our understanding This Old House does not mention product manufacturers on air to Keep reading . . .