During the conference we will carry out a range of substantive activities including:

- Panels of a conference and discussion nature.- Consultations with the greatest authorities in the roofing industry.- Press conferences for trade media.

Relevant Industry Topics:

Our conferences will focus on all the key topics that shape the roofing industry.

Current information and trends:

The conferences will showcase the latest trends, technologies and innovations in the roofing industry. This is a great opportunity to find out what’s on top and what changes are currently being seen in the industry.

Knowledge:

Direct contact with experts, industry authorities and manufacturers will provide valuable information on products, technologies or development plans.

Inspiration and Motivation:

Conferences will bring together people with common interests and passions. Attending such an event together can motivate action and inspire change.

Personal and Professional Development:

Attending the conference can help you grow both personally and professionally by gaining new knowledge, networking and attending meetings with industry experts.

  • Summary of the innovations of 2023
  • Premiere of the latest products from leading manufacturers
  • Modern technologies in roofing
  • Panels with advice and valuable tips for small and medium-sized enterprises
    plus much more…

The initiative of the Polish Roofers' Association to create inter-school trade competitions for young people from trade schools was established in 2022. The inter-school trade competitions are primarily:

Educating the professionals of the future:

Organising a roofing competition for young people from trade schools is an excellent opportunity to train and improve the skills of future roofers. Practical experience in competition with other participants can contribute to more effective learning.

Promoting the roofing profession:

Sporting competitions help promote the roofing profession to young people. Supporting participation in industry competitions can help to increase interest in the profession and understanding of the benefits of working as a roofer.

Building an industry community:

The competition fosters bonding among young roofers and the creation of an industry community. It’s a chance to share experiences, support each other and create relationships for the future.

Cooperation with the industry:

In cooperation with manufacturers and other industry stakeholders, we actively support young talent while creating a beneficial relationship between education and practice.

Showcases of Roofing Art from Various Regions of Poland: We will present the diversity and beauty of roofing art from different regions of our country. It’s an opportunity to learn about the techniques and traditions associated with roofing.
Metalwork and Sheet Metal Processing Demonstrations: Our zone will also host craftsmen specializing in metalwork and sheet metal processing at the highest level. You will have the opportunity to admire their skills and work live.
Meetings with Creators of Innovative Tools: In the Craft Zone, you will meet creators of innovative tools that significantly facilitate the work of roofers. You will learn about technological novelties that can revolutionize your daily challenges.
Modern Carpentry Techniques: We will present modern carpentry techniques that ensure durability and efficiency. You will learn how to use new tools and materials.
Education and Knowledge: It’s not just demonstrations but also workshops led by experienced craftsmen and experts in the field of roofing. You will be able to acquire new knowledge and skills.
Tradition and Innovation: Our showcases are a combination of magnificent roofing traditions with the latest innovations and technologies shaping today’s industry.

Chimney Processing with Template and Without, as well as Unusual Flange Transitions

Jan Olizarowicz

Master Roofer, author of unique roofing craft solutions, member of the PSD branch in Białystok, trainer, ambassador of Blachy Pruszyński.

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Position with the opportunity to learn how to make sheet metal details: arched windowsill, standard windowsill, Finnish fold, folding corners without specialized tools or the edge of the table

Artur Falkowski

Multiple medal winner at the IFD World Championships and the Polish Young Roofer Championships, president of the PSD branch in Białystok.

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Crafting and installing wooden shingles, making wooden gutters

Sławomir Bieroza

Craftsman, roofer with over twenty years of experience in natural roofing materials, member of the PSD branch in Białystok.

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Connections on a sloping overlay from a template, Galician lock and kurpioski, rafter connections – murłata, cutting ornamental endings of elements

Artur Falkowski

For many years, he has been involved in roofing and also performs related works; constructs, among others, high-quality roof trusses using the latest technologies

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Sheet metal templates and tools, tracing, and cutting a cone

Jan Grycuk

Civil engineer, master roofer; Creator of tools that facilitate the work of a roofer; member of the PSD branch in Białystok, practical vocational education teacher at Vocational School No. 5 in Białystok.

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Skills Show Off: presentation of tasks from EuroSkills competitions in the Metal Roofing category

Hubert Jurkiewicz

Representative of Poland at EuroSkills 2023, silver medalist of the Polish Young Roofers Championship, representative at the IFD World Championships.

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Skills Show Off: Carpentry in unconventional connections

Rafał Szymczak, Kacper Wachnicki

Representatives of Poland at EuroSkills 2023, expert and participant in the carpentry competition

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Log house, cross-section of the wall – demonstrations of joints and connection methods

Mieczysław Homoncik

An experienced roofer with a highlander spirit, president of the Nowy Sącz Branch of the Polish Association of Roofers (PSD).

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Bull eye: is a presentation on the lower roof, including lathing, ventilation gap, and cutting roof tiles.

Wojciech Cichecki

Roofer with over 25 years of experience, a member of the West Pomeranian Branch of the Polish Association of Roofers, runs the company 'Zakład Blacharsko – Dekarski Wojciech Cichecki.'

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Natural slate in German style covering with a tied foot, Stichort peak, and double end – learning, consultations, advice

Artur Alfawicki

Member of the Academy of Slate Roofing, a specialist in laying non-standard roofing, owner of Alfa Dach System Company.

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Segmental folding machine in the hands of masters - demonstrations of applications

Kamil Kozioł, Maciej Drabik

Members of the Mazovian Branch of the Polish Association of Roofers

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Soft basket in carp roofing - practical demonstrations, the possibility of self-training

Jerzy Król

Trainer from the Mazovian Center for Roofers Training

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Skylights - demonstration of duo window installation with a roller blind

Dariusz Tymiński

Member of the Mazovian Branch of PSD, master in roofing and sheet metal work, owner of the Renovation and Construction Plant.

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Metal dormers

Stanisław Głusiński

Specialist at artistic roofing and sheet metal work with a focus on architecturally complex and artistically demanding projects that require significant creative ingenuity and patience

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EPDM – practical workshops

Adam Chojnacki

Civil engineer, member of the Mazovian branch of the Polish Association of Roofers and Waterproofers (PSD), owner of ADACH Green Building, an expert in the field of flat roofs.

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How is a metal sphere created? On-site planing, unique elements, demonstrations of crimping and uncrimping of metal in onion-shaped roofs, creating projections

Stefan Wiluś

Vice President of the Main Board of the Polish Roofers Association (PSD), technical assessor, master roofer, and metalworker.

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Sheet Metal Elements, Prefabrication – Tips and Training

Tomasz Piestrzyński

Owner of Piastek Company, which provides comprehensive services in the field of architectural sheet metal work and roofing. The company specializes in standing seam, double lock, and angle seam roofing.

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Diversity of products and execution possibilities. Students at the beginning: windbreakers, sheet rolling, chimney covers.

Łukasz Bryzki (together with the students of the roofing class)

Member of the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Branch of the Association of Polish Roofers, instructor of practical vocational training

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Fiber-cement materials for roofs and facades

Allan Kalinowski

Gold medalist of the Polish Young Roofers Championship in the Facades category, Bronze Medalist of the International Federation for the Roofing Trade (IFD) Young Roofers World Championship.

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Sealing in challenging conditions – adhesives for styrofoam and roofing felt, practical demonstrations

Soudal

Truss roof – learning to read assembly drawings. Demonstration of complete roof installation

Wiązary Burkietowicz

Wrapping the basket – recurring demonstrations. Construction of a sheathed subroof with a membrane under the board, air ventilation in the basket under the sheathing, problem-solving in the field of subroofs based on the Roofing Guidelines of the PSD.

Ryszard Piwowski, Krzysztof Patoka

Ryszard Piwowski is a master of sheet metalwork, master roofer, technical expert, Vice President of the Main Board of the Polish Roofers Association; Owner of the Perfect Sheet Metal and Roofing Company. Krzysztof is an expert of the Association of Engineers and Technicians of the Building Materials Industry / Supreme Technical Organization, a member of the Polish Roofers Association, and the Association of Flat Roof and Facade Contractors (DAFA). He is the author of several books on roofs and over 300 articles on the subject.

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Ridge of three valleys in one place – craftsman's fold, demonstrations and learning how to make it

Jakub Maćkowiak, Dariusz Jurga

Members of the Greater Poland Branch of the Polish Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (PSD).

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Bitumen membrane at an insulated wall – execution technique, chimney finishing in practice.

Jacek Karwowski

Member of the West Pomeranian Branch of the Polish Association of Roofers, technical assessor.

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Alcohol-bonded membrane – application demonstrations

Wienerberger

Green roof on a pitched roof – real-time demonstration of materials, execution techniques, solutions

Greenfound

Demonstrations of the Roofing Art from various regions of Poland:

We will be showcasing the diversity and beauty of the art of roofing from different regions of our country. This is an opportunity to learn about the techniques and traditions associated with roofing.

Metalwork and Sheet Metalwork Demonstrations:

Our zone will also host craftsmen specialising in metalwork and flashing at the highest level. You will have the opportunity to admire their skills and work live.

Meetings with Innovative Toolmakers:

In the Craft Zone, you will meet the developers of innovative tools that make the work of roofers much easier. You will learn about technological innovations that can revolutionise your daily challenges.

Modern Carpentry Techniques:

We will be demonstrating modern carpentry techniques for durability and efficiency. You will learn how to use new tools and materials.

Education and Knowledge:

These are not only demonstrations, but also workshops led by experienced craftsmen and roofing experts. You will be able to acquire new knowledge and skills.

Tradition and Innovation:

Our shows combine great roofing traditions with the latest innovations and technologies that are shaping the industry today.

For the first time, Roof Expo will showcase the most spectacular projects entered in the IFD Award national qualifiers. This competition will reward outstanding standards of craftsmanship and work safety. The judging and selection of the best works will be done by a specially appointed committee, but visitors will also be able to vote for their favourite project.

The exhibition will be on display throughout the fair at the stand of the Polish Roofers' Association.

Equally important to the overall event are the industry meetings held in a relaxed atmosphere.

Exchange of knowledge and experience:

The opportunity to talk directly or exchange experiences with the developers of the latest technologies shortens the distance, builds relationships and opens the way for close collaboration.

This time is also conducive to share their experiences, best practices and installation tips, as well as showcase the latest technologies and solutions that can increase the quality and durability of roofing work.

New Solutions and Innovations:

The roofing industry is constantly evolving, introducing new materials, techniques and technologies. Inclusive meetings allow these innovations to be presented and discussed, enabling contractors to understand how they can improve the quality of their work.

Confidence building:

Direct contact between contractors and manufacturers allows trust to be built. Contractors can learn more about the quality of the products and the support that manufacturers offer.

Problem Solving:

Integration meetings provide an opportunity to discuss current problems, challenges or difficulties encountered by contractors. This allows manufacturers to better understand the needs of the market and adapt their products to real requirements.