CoreLogic, a leading global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions provider, today announced the launch of its mobile application for SkyMeasure, a residential and commercial aerial roof measurement service. The mobile application uses the same advanced geocoding technology as the desktop version, while also increasing access for roofing and insurance professionals to ParcelPoint, the CoreLogic […]
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Scott Russell (Nucor Corp.) was presented with the first Norman W. Rimmer Technical Leadership Award in February 2017 by the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA). The award was presented to Russell in recognition of eight years of exemplary service as Technical Committee Chairman, and as an advocate of the spirit of discovery and sharing of […]
The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) University’s Future Executives Institute (FEI) has announced its graduates for 2017. Graduates were recognized March 2 during NRCA’s Awards Ceremony and Cocktail Reception held during NRCA’s 130th Annual Convention in Las Vegas. FEI is a three-year program taught by Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management professors, industry leaders and […]
The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) announced the newest participants in its capstone course program. This program enables colleges and universities to work with MBMA and its member companies to offer a Senior Design Course focusing on metal buildings. The 2017 Capstone Program participants are: Dr. John Bowders, University of Missouri Dr. Norb Delatte, Oklahoma […]
The Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI) will host the 2017 CFSEI Annual Expo on May 22-23, 2017 at the Sheraton Fort Worth Downtown Hotel, 1701 Commerce Street in Fort Worth, Texas. This event is designed for architects, builders/contractors and engineers, with an educational program geared toward both skilled cold-formed steel (CFS) framing professionals as well […]
BuildSteel, an alliance of steel and construction industry organizations, announced the release of ” How Cold-Formed Steel Framing Solves Challenges for Multi-Family Construction,” an e-book explaining how cold-formed steel framing can help building owners and professionals address challenges in multifamily construction. “Demand for multi-family housing units is expected to grow by 7 percent this year,” […]
BETCO Inc., a single-source self-storage building manufacturer based in Statesville, N.C., has announced that it has earned the prestigious ISO 9001:2015 quality accreditation, the international gold standard for quality management systems. The International Organization for Standardization issues the ISO 9001:2015 certification to organizations like BETCO that demonstrate the ability to provide products and services that […]
Firestone Building Products Co. LLC, announced their top firms that earned the 2017 Master Contractor award. This highly-regarded award program recognizes the most outstanding contractors in the commercial roofing industry. These top-tier companies are among the top 5 percent of Firestone Building Products Red Shield Licensed Roofing Contractors and were selected for their exemplary installation, […]
Each year, the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) honors metal building systems manufacturers that demonstrate exceptional performance in maintaining workplace safety. Safety awards for 2016 performance were presented at the Annual MBMA Spring Meeting held May 18-19, 2017 in New Orleans. “All injuries and work-related illnesses are preventable. We feel it is important to recognize […]
To increase recognition of the significance of roofs to every home and business, stress the value of professional roofing contractors, bring attention to the value of a career in roofing and promote the good deeds of the industry, the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) is urging communities throughout the U.S. to recognize National Roofing Week […]
DEWALT announces the new age of jobsite connectivity with its unprecedented effort to make building more efficient through digital solutions. Over the coming months, DEWALT will launch a fully connected system, including WiFi mesh network and, later, an Internet of Things platform, to enhance productivity, profitability, and safety on the jobsite. After extensive research, DEWALT […]
Carl Powell, Senior Chemical Engineer for CENTRIA and Metl-Span, will be presenting a webinar: Flame Retardants in Rigid Foam Applications for the American Chemistry Council. Jay West, Senior Director of Chemical Products and Technology at the American Chemistry Council, will be presenting with Powell. The webinar, scheduled for 3 p.m. June 22, will educate participants […]
The Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI) will host a webinar on “Essential Concepts for the Meticulous Navigation of Cold-Formed Steel Regulations” on Thursday, June 8, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The webinar is designed for architects, engineers, building officials and contractors. Participants are eligible for 1.5 PDHs. The webinar will cover the connection between […]
The Terrell, Texas division of Nucor Building Systems has demonstrated their awareness and dedication to safety by completing more than 5 million worked hours in 10 years since the last time an employee has had to miss an actual day of work due to an injury. Nucor Building Systems has established a safety culture with […]
The S-5! Attachment Solutions continuing education course, The Solar-Ready Roof: Optimize the Design, is live in the AEC Daily Online Learning Center. Choosing the right platform for solar panels is a critical step in the design process and can have significant impact on both initial and long-term costs. This free course discusses the basics of […]
Samco Machinery has added three Project Managers to its Project Management office. Rahul Rani has been brought in as a Project Manager, bringing many years of experience having previously worked as a Project Management Consultant at various companies. He has extensive work history in managing complex automotive, manufacturing, power generation and construction projects. Rani has […]
Don Bratcher is promoted to President of Atlas Bolt and Screw effective June 1, 2017. Bratcher will have complete responsibility for all Atlas’s North American activities including the branches in Ashland, Ohio; Flat Rock, N.C.; Salem, Ore.; Houston, and the manufacturing plant and corporate offices in Ashland. Bratcher joined Atlas in April of 2015 as […]
The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) has released two new series of webinar recordings that are now available on MBMA’s YouTube channel. Energy Code Compliance for Metal Buildings consists of three episodes totaling two hours, while Fire Resistance Design for Metal Buildings has five episodes of approximately 20 minutes each. These new recorded webinars from […]
Armstrong Ceiling Solutions has expanded its portfolio of MetalWorks Mesh panels to include 14 new designs, offering the largest selection of standard mesh panel designs in the industry. With introduction of the new designs, which include new Tegular-edged panels, the MetalWorks Mesh portfolio now offers 32 standard 24″ x 24″ mesh panel designs. Formerly available […]
The American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors: Leon Topalian, executive vice president of Nucor Corp.; and Glenn R. Tabolt, PE, president of STS Steel Inc., Schenectady, N.Y. “The AISC Board had two mid-year vacancies to fill, and we were extremely […]
Commercial construction is in high demand across the country and contractors are confident in the trajectory of the industry, according to the USG + U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index (‘Index’), launched today. Nearly all contractors surveyed – 96 percent – expect revenues to grow or remain stable this year compared to 2016, with […]