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Posted: May 03, 2018

North Woods Cottage

RHEINZINK was the natural choice to clad the roof of a new cottage located in the North Woods of Wisconsin. "The multi-level roof was a key part of the design and we wanted it to blend into the environment as much as possible," the owner said. Approximately 2,500 sq. ft. of RHEINZINK Double Lock Standing Seam Panels, fabricated by Sheet Metal Supply, met the criteria.

Posted: Apr 30, 2018

Fermilab SBN Near Detector Building

Holabird & Root Architects of Chicago specified a bifold door from Schweiss Doors on what turned out to be an award-winning project. A 20'-10" x 23'-9" bifold liftstrap door was installed in the new 4,500-square-foot SBN Near Detector Building. The door features gray liftstraps, electric photo eye sensors, warning lights and horns, a top-drive motor, an automatic latching system and an emergency back-up system.

Posted: Apr 26, 2018

McElroy Metal Plant - Adelanto, CA

Because you can never save too much, McElroy Metal has added solar panels to a second manufacturing facility–this one in Adelanto, CA–that will more than offset the plant’s electrical usage and show a return on investment in approximately three years.

Posted: Apr 23, 2018

One Henry Adams

Amid the century-old brick and timber structures that make up San Francisco's Design District/Showplace Square is One Henry Adams, a two-building residential development designed to blend in and stand out at the same time. Part of the mix of materials utilized by BAR Architects to create the project's clean, simple look were products from Morin, a Kingspan Group Company.

Posted: Apr 19, 2018

Hennepin County Library - Brooklyn Park

The libraries of today are inviting learning environments that encourage collaboration and exploration. Hennepin County Library – Brooklyn Park in Minnesota is a testament to this philosophy, and Dri-Design VMZINC Wall Panels were used to complete the vision.

Posted: Apr 18, 2018

The Pierce

Located in the SoFA (South of First Area) arts district near downtown San Jose, CA, The Pierce has all the amenities today’s city-loving apartment hunters are looking for. And thanks to the colorful array of Laminators Incorporated aluminum composite panels featured on its exterior, it has the looks to match.

Posted: Apr 16, 2018

Augusta Data Storage Inc.

Varco Pruden Buildings' Rigid Frame system was used by J.E. Stewart Builders Inc. of Aiken, SC to create the Augusta Data Storage facility in Augusta, GA. Designed by Studio 3 Design Group PC of Augusta, the 26,260 sq. ft. building houses offices and document storage that complies with National Archives And Records Administration regulations.

Posted: Apr 12, 2018

The Ark At John F. Kennedy International Airport

The world's first privately owned airport handling center for animals showcases a high-performance, energy-efficient insulated metal panel (IMP) building envelope. Three types of Metl-Span panel products are used on The Ark, which is located at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City.

Posted: Apr 09, 2018

Owego Elementary School

Owego Elementary School is a part of the Owego Apalachin Central School District, which serves 2,125 students in Owego, New York. In 2011, the school was irreversibly damaged by a flood, calling for reconstruction that began in 2014. The new, larger facility - featuring a range of products from CENTRIA - sports more durability and sustainability features than its predecessor.

Posted: Apr 05, 2018

Richland Two Institute Of Innovation

The new Richland Two Institute of Innovation is a unique educational center supporting multigenerational learning. The facility is part of the Richland School District Two in Columbia, S.C., and is envisioned as a “fishbowl of learning” that weaves together spaces and programs for the school district as well as the community. PAC-CLAD metal wall, roof and soffit panels from Petersen are featured.

Posted: Apr 02, 2018

Trillium Park Pavilion

A steeply-sloped RHEINZINK-clad roof is the architectural focal point of an open-air pavilion at the new Trillium Park and William G. Davis Trail at Ontario Place in Toronto. The opening of the park and waterfront trail marks the first milestone of the province’s plan to revitalize and transform the iconic landmark into a vibrant, year-round attraction.

Posted: Mar 29, 2018

Ouray School

Since its construction in the mid-1930s, Ouray School in Ouray, CO has undergone many changes. Among the most recent was the addition of a new metal roof. Installed along with it was a snow guard system from S-5!, thus ensuring the school’s students, faculty and visitors will never have to worry about a potentially dangerous chunk of ice or snow sliding off the roof when they are right below.

Posted: Mar 28, 2018

K-Flex USA Expansion

In October 2016, K-Flex USA of Youngsville, N.C., contracted with Focus Design Builders of Wake Forest, N.C., MB Erectors of Millbrook, Ala., SNW Steel Services of Ringgold, Va., and Architect McGahey Design of Garner, N.C., to expand their facility. The project was completed in July 2017 with the help of products from Ceco Building Systems.

Posted: Mar 26, 2018

M.E. Yacht Restoration

M.E. Yacht Restoration of Holland, Mich., wrapped up the second phase of construction last summer, completing its new 70,000-square-foot, three-story state-of-the-art storage, restoration and office facility near Lake Michigan. The fully insulated building also features a couple of doors from Schweiss Doors.

Posted: Mar 22, 2018

Tyler, TX Fire Station #5

About half way between Dallas and the Louisiana border lies the growing community of Tyler, Texas. As the city continues to invest in the future, both in the private and public sectors, the Tyler Fire Station #5 provides a great example for what’s to come. It is topped with a curved metal roof from McElroy Metal, featuring panels finished with a premium Sherwin-Williams paint.

Posted: Mar 19, 2018

American AgCredit Headquarters

American AgCredit’s new headquarters in Santa Rosa, CA speaks to the company’s ever-growing, ever-changing business model. The energy-efficient building, designed by TLCD Architecture, Santa Rosa, is distinctive for its curved forms and natural materials. Perforated Series Wall Panels from Dri-Design, made from VMZINC, add a timeless warmth, durability and beauty.

Posted: Mar 15, 2018

AEP Ardmore Service Center

Combining a variety of metal products from Varco Pruden Buildings, the AEP Ardmore Service Center in Fort Wayne, IN is both visually appealing and functional. The 84,000 sq. ft. facility features an inviting office area with maintenance shop space to service vehicles owned by the project's owner, American Electric Power Service Corp.

Posted: Mar 14, 2018

The Linx

What was once a concrete warehouse in East Watertown, MA is now The Linx, a contemporary commercial office complex. The design firm behind the $60 million adaptive reuse architectural marvel used a mix of materials that included aluminum composite materials from Arconic and 3A Composites, and perforated metal panels from Morin, a Kingspan Group Company.

Posted: Mar 12, 2018

Le Peterson Condominiums

Located in one of Montreal's most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods, the new Le Peterson condominiums offer a unique architectural design. The 35-story building is more notable for its signature glass balconies but insulated metal wall panels from Metl-Span were nonetheless integral to its overall construction success.

Posted: Mar 09, 2018

Captiva Island Fire Control District

The Captiva Island Fire Control District had two mandates for the construction of its new fire station: blend into the architecture of the historic district, and be strong enough to withstand hurricanes. Located in Lee County, Fla., the barrier island is just offshore in the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The island has historically been impacted by several hurricanes. Metal roofing by Petersen is prominently featured on the facility.

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