As I begin my time as CRCA president, I believe in the “giving back” philosophy. As one of the few 2nd generation CRCA presidents, I am following in our family’s tradition of being member or officer in NRCA, MRA and CRCA as well as various charitable and civic organizations.

Established in 1926, Adler Roofing and Sheet Metal, Inc., has been a long time CRCA member, and has been involved in many activities, working to advance the Roofing and Waterproofing Industry in Chicago and beyond. Some of these activities are listed below:

COMMUNITY is a high priority with CRCA members, whether by donating toys to underprivileged children, time and materials to Habitat for Humanity or teaming up with Helmets to Hard Hats to rebuild a fallen U.S. Soldier’s home, the organization gives back. CRCA members have also worked close with the State of Illinois Dept. of Professional Regulation to develop a comprehensive licensing program aimed at providing the safest and best educated roofing contractors which translates to the best product delivered to building owners and managers.

SAFETY COMES FIRST! CRCA works closely with OSHA and other safety consultants to continually educate the roofing and waterproofing contractor of regulations and requirements. With the CRCA/OSHA Alliance enacted in 2007, these two groups strive to work towards the goal of an accident-free workplace.

TECHNICAL RESOURCES are provided by CRCA to the professional architectural, engineering and roof consultant communities since 1877, through specification guides, presentation and participation in industry events.

CRCA MEMBER BENEFITS include:

Promotion of the Roofing and Waterproofing industry is our number one goal!
Roofing and Waterproofing Advocacy – CRCA is extremely active in Chicago, Springfield and nationwide, bringing the industry to a high level of professionalism.
Membership Meetings and Trade Show are great opportunities for CRCA members to get caught up on the latest product knowledge.
Website promotion is a great opportunity to promote your business or products to the world! Visit www.crca.org to see how this important tool brings business and resource to CRCA members.
Networking Opportunities abound with the CRCA Membership Meetings, Golf Outing, Trade Show and others activities. The ability to exchange new technology and make lasting business relationships is invaluable to CRCA members.

As a result of the efforts and participation of its members, CRCA today is just as alive as it was when our founding fathers started the association over 130 years ago, following the Great Chicago Fire. We thank the many volunteers who make CRCA Events happen each year. Through work for the good of the Roofing and Waterproofing Industry, great things can happen!

Christopher Adler, 2010 CRCA President


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