BITEC Celebrates 40th Anniversary in 2026
Morrilton, AR – In 2026, BITEC, Inc. is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Founded in 1986 by Bruce Shealey, who recently retired after serving the roofing industry for 60 years, BITEC has its roots in a modified bitumen technology
that originated in Italy.
According to BITEC CEO David Allen, who was originally hired by Shealey as operations manager when the company was founded, the goal of the fledgling business was “to make modified bitumen the right way without sacrificing quality.”
In the years that followed, the company has lived up to its slogan “When Quality Matters,” by fostering a culture of respect for its family of employees and its contractor customer base.
BITEC recently merged with Viking Products Group, expanding both its offerings and its sales channels. Today BITEC offers four distinct product pillars:
· ABT (Asphalt Bitumen Technology), which includes not only our asphalt modified products but also coal tar pitch solutions
· StrongHold™ single ply products and accessories
· The Storm Breaker™ coating line, with offerings available in a variety of chemistries
· RepairBoss® products that can handle almost any type of roof repair
Shealey's son, Joel, current president of BITEC, who joined the company in 2019, reports, “When I joined the company, we offered modified bitumen and acrylic and aluminum coatings. Today, we can build a roof from the deck up.”
About BITEC Inc.
BITEC Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality solutions for low-slope roofs. In addition to built-up, modified bitumen and single-ply commercial roof systems, the company offers recoating systems for all types of roofs including metal. To learn more, visit bitec.com.