Guardian Glass is now producing jumbo coated glass in North America. The company recently completed all testing on its jumbo coater in Carleton, Mich., and started coating its float glass with Guardian SunGuardSuperNeutral68 HT coating. This jumbo coater is Guardian’s 12thglobally and the company’s first in North America. Guardian SunGuardSuperNeutral68 HT on jumbo glass on […]
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Kawneer Co. Inc. redefines thermal technology with the introduction of its new Insulpour Thermal Entrances featuring the advanced IsoPour Thermal Break Technology. Ideal for high-end commercial and multifamily facilities, Insulpour Thermal Entrances offer high thermal performance, strength, and interior and exterior dual finish options for increased design flexibility. Redefining Thermal Technology Kawneer’s new IsoPour Thermal […]
The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) has published two new cold-formed steel research reports: 1) “RP18-2: Design Example for Analytical Modeling of a Curtainwall and Considering the Effects of Bridging (All-Steel Design Approach)” and 2) “RP18-3: Determination of Effective Standoff in Standing Seam Roof Systems.” Both of the research reports are available for free […]
Despite the widespread use of curved structural steel members, detailed guidance relative to U.S. design practice is scarce. American Institute of Steel Construction’s (AISC) new Design Guide 33: Curved Member Design brings all of the latest information on curved members into a single document that is compatible with the 2016 AISC Specification for Structural Steel […]
Heron Hall, the residence of McLennan Design’s CEO, Jason F. McLennan, recently became the 100th project worldwide to achieve certification through the International Living Future Institute’s (ILFI) Living Building Challenge—the world’s most stringent and progressive green building rating system. The Challenge, authored by McLennan prior to him founding the ILFI, is a holistic framework consisting […]
Boral Roofing LLC introduced an all-new website featuring all four core product lines as well as roofing components. Designed for ease of use, the site showcases a number of key features designed to engage and inform key audiences within both the residential and commercial real estate sectors who are involved in both new and retrofit […]
The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA), in partnership with the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Architectural Record magazine, released a continuing education course titled “Specifying the Latest in Metal Buildings.” This new course is now available through Architectural Record’s Continuing Education Center website and also via their App. It provides one Learning Unit credit […]
Dodge Data & Analytics announced the acquisition of San Diego-based Integrated Marketing Systems (IMS), the provider of Advance Notice public construction opportunities to the architecture and engineering sectors. IMS research specializes in the delivery of comprehensive industry-focused public project information to architects and engineers searching for very early stage project notification and intelligence. Established in […]
New construction starts in September fell 5 percent from the previous month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $709.6 billion, according to Dodge Data & Analytics. The September downturn followed 9 percent declines in both July and August, as the pace of construction starts has now pulled back for the third month in a […]
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is recognizing two exceptional design projects with its 2018 Innovation Awards. The Innovation Awards recognize the exemplary use and implementation of innovative technologies and progressive practices among architects, designers, collaborators and clients. Awarded projects must support the design, delivery and operation of buildings or research in practice and academia. […]
The 2019 winner of the $15,000 AISC T.R. Higgins Award is Ronald D. Ziemian, a professor at Bucknell University, Lewisburg, Penn. Ziemian is recognized worldwide for his expertise in structural stability and his uncanny ability to take an incredibly complex topic and make it understandable to everyone from undergraduates to experienced structural engineers. Get an […]
No one wants the hassle and expense of replacing a worn-out roof. However, when that time arrives, McElroy Metal is poised to help building owners make the best decision with the company’s new E-book. This valuable reference identifies the many long-term and cost-effective benefits of installing a metal roof. The title of the E-book is […]
Architecture firm billings growth slowed in September but remained positive for the twelfth consecutive month, according to a new report today from The American Institute of Architects (AIA). AIA’s Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score for September was 51.1 compared to 54.2 in August. However, continued strength in new projects coming into architecture firms points to […]
Dodge Data & Analytics today released its 2019 Dodge Construction Outlook, a mainstay in construction industry forecasting and business planning. The report predicts that total U.S. construction starts for 2019 will be $808 billion, staying essentially even with the $807 billion estimated for 2018. “Over the past three years, the expansion for the U.S. construction […]
Construction costs increased once again in October, according to IHS Markit and the Procurement Executives Group (PEG). The current headline IHS Markit PEG Engineering and Construction Cost Index registered 59.8 this month, 2.4 points lower than last month’s reading, indicating prices rose at a weaker pace compared to September. Despite the slower pace, survey results […]
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is releasing 13 new and updated contract documents today that will assist architects and contractors with protecting their projects and businesses. “The AIA Documents Committee routinely reviews its legal agreements to ensure they reflect the latest trends and nuances we’re seeing in the industry,” said AIA Contract Documents & […]
The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) has published a new cold-formed steel research report on load bearing clip angle design. The report presents the second phase of a research project aimed at developing design methods for three limit states of cold-formed steel clip angles—shear, compression, and pullover of the screw connections. “RP18-4: Load Bearing […]
Allen Harrold (BlueScope Buildings North America Inc.) and Alan Blair (Chief Industries, Inc.) were each honored for their service by the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) on July 25, 2018. Blair was presented with the Technical Committee Award of Excellence in recognition of 25 years of exemplary service on the Technical Committee, including 21 years […]
Wages in the construction industry will continue to move higher, with lower-skilled workers experiencing the strongest growth. Minimum wage increases on both coasts are helping to increase the floor for unskilled wages. Average construction wages will grow 3.2 percent in 2018, compared with 2.0 percent for skilled workers. Slowing nonresidential fixed investment combined with an […]
As Tarlton Corp. celebrates its Founders Day, the company looks forward to another year of industry service and leadership: Dirk Elsperman, Tarlton executive vice president and chief operating officer, will be sworn in as president of Associated General Contractors of America in April 2019. When he takes office, Elsperman will become one of only four […]
Metal-Era Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard L. Hein as Vice President of Marketing. Hein joined Metal-Era on October 15 and will lead Metal-Era’s strategic marketing activities including brand development, product management, product development and all promotional activities. Hein comes to Metal-Era with more than 20 years of product strategy, product management […]