Industry News

Deland, FL – Kingspan Insulated Panels North America is proud to announce the grand opening of its new manufacturing facility in Mattoon, Illinois. This state-of-the-art plant will focus on producing Kingspan’s K-Roc™ products, further expanding the company’s footprint and enhancing its ability to service customers across North America.

Arlington, VA – Exactly half of the nation’s metro areas added construction jobs between June 2024 and June 2025, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new government employment data. Association officials noted that construction demand appears to be stalled in many parts of the country amid uncertainty about tariff rates and labor availability.

Washington, DC – The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) remained in negative territory in June with a score of 46.8, down from 47.2 in May as more firms reported a decrease in billing. The index is compiled monthly by the American Institute of Architects to gauge the business climate for design firms at both regional and national levels.

Aurora, CO - As contractors nationwide face increased metal coil costs due to tariffs, New Tech Machinery (NTM), an industry leader in portable rollforming machines for metal roof panels and seamless gutters, is stepping up to help its customers stay competitive. Through August 29, 2025, NTM will cover all freight charges for new machine purchases shipped anywhere within the continental U.S.

Cary, NC - Cornerstone Building Brands, a manufacturer of exterior building products, has named Gunner Smith as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective August 11, 2025.

Newton, MA — METALCON 2025 has announced the launch of an ambitious and heartwarming project for this year's show in Las Vegas: the construction of a full-scale steel frame that will be used for a future veterans retreat in Hall, Montana. This special build will be showcased during the show, October 21–23, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, marking the first phase of creating a lasting place of healing for those who have served.

Washington, DC – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) has released its July 2025 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI), revealing a third consecutive month of increasing confidence in the equipment finance market. The index, which provides a qualitative assessment from key executives within the $1.3 trillion sector, climbed to 61.6 in July, up from 58.2 in June.

Chicago, IL – The Metal Construction Association has published its 2025 MCA Market Study of the metal roof and wall market, the most comprehensive study of the metal construction industry to date.

Allentown, PA - The ninth annual Lehigh Valley Let’s Build Construction Camp for Girls was held in June, in Bethlehem, PA. Since the camp’s inception, ATAS International, Inc. has supported three of these programs through sponsorships, material donations, and dedicated employee volunteers.

Moundridge, KS — The Bradbury Group has announced the promotion of Aaron Woods to General Manager – Operations, heading up a leadership team focused on leading the company into the future.

Green Bay, WI - Bay Insulation announces the addition of Ethan Hart to its team as District Sales Manager covering the Mississippi and Alabama Gulf Coast, the Florida Panhandle, and Central Florida extending to the Orlando area.

Virginia Beach, VA - Registration is now open for the International Reflective Insulation Manufacturers (I-RIM) Conference, which will take place November 18 at the Grand Hotel Dino in Baveno, Italy on Lago Maggiore outside of Milan. This one-day technical conference will feature the world’s leading experts.

Cleveland, OH - The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) 2025 Student Design Competition is now open for entries. This year’s contest asks architecture students to create an innovative metal building design for a new botanical garden and events center. More than $30,000 in prizes will be awarded to entrants in graduate and undergraduate divisions.

Newton, MA — With more and more women taking a career path into the metal construction industry, the organizers of METALCON are inviting women to inspire and be inspired by other women at Metal & Mimosas during the upcoming tradeshow.

Elk Grove Village, IL - Petersen expands it PAC-CLAD line of architectural metal cladding systems with the launch of its new PAC-Shield CV roof venting system. It is designed to improve energy efficiency, prevent ice dams, extend the lifespan of a roof and control moisture in steep-slope roof systems.

Walker, MI – FALK has published a new Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for its Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs), showcasing the company's commitment to transparency, sustainability and continuous improvement across its manufacturing processes and supply chain.

Arlington, VA – Construction sector employment increased by 15,000 positions in June as rising wages enabled the industry to add workers more rapidly than other sectors, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials noted that construction firms remain eager to add workers despite uncertainty about tariffs, taxes and labor policies.

Allentown, PA - Using ATAS International’s metal materials and plywood, a team of the company's volunteers built lean-to shelters and reconstructed the existing pig shed at the Flint Hill Farm Educational Center. It was part of the Volunteer Challenge, an annual event organized by the Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley.

Berlin, Germany - By working to develop renewable Hexahydrophthalic Anhydride (HHPA), Beckers and Anodyne Chemistries aim to lay the foundation for advanced coating solutions with an essential low-carbon feedstock.

Vacaville, CA – All Weather Insulated Panels (AWIP), a leader in innovative construction solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of its DM40-F+ with InnovaCELL™ Technology, a transformative fire protection solution that combines fire safety, cost-efficiency, and sustainability. Designed with the future of building in mind, the DM40-F+ offers a 1-hour fire rating in a lightweight insulated metal panel, ideal for exterior applications.