Industry News

Cleveland, OH – The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) has released the eighth video in its “Travels with Tony” series. This 2-minute and 45-second presentation launches with Tony Bouquot, MBMA general manager, at the Davidson Center for Space Exploration at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center® (USSRC) campus in Huntsville, AL. The 75,932 square-foot metal building holds one of only three original Saturn V rockets in existence along with the Apollo 16 capsule, as well as a theatre, interactive learning stations and more. The video is available on MBMA’s YouTube channel, @MBMAMedia.

Colorado Springs, CO – S-5!, an industry leader in metal roof attachment solutions, has earned the Metal Building Manufacturers Association Safety Award for the fifth time, recognizing the company’s exceptional workplace safety performance and zero recordable incidents at its Iowa Park, Texas, manufacturing facility during the calendar year 2025.

DeLand, FL – Kingspan Insulated Panels North America has announced a partnership with Dreyer & Reinbold Racing (DRR), a renowned team with a rich legacy in motorsports. Together, the duo will enter veteran driver Conor Daly in the No. 23 DRR Chevrolet Dallara Firestone car in the 110th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge on Sunday, May 24, at the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS).

Washington, DC – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA) has released its April 2026 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI), revealing confidence in the equipment finance market is 54.6, a decrease from 61.0 in March, and the lowest level since May 2025 in the wake of the Trump administration’s announcement of universal tariffs. Comments from some MCI survey respondents indicate the impact of the war in Iran on their outlook. The index provides a qualitative assessment from key executives in the $1.3 trillion equipment finance industry.

Pleasanton, CA – Simpson Strong-Tie, the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, is honored to mark 70 years of innovation and manufacturing in 2026.

Washington, DC – Architecture firm billings held steady in March, indicating market stability despite global economic concerns. The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) scored 49.8, reflecting near-equal shares of firms reporting increases and decreases. This marks the closest the index has come to the 50-point growth threshold for member firms of the American Institute of Architects since early 2023, offering cautious optimism.

Wausau, WI – Apogee Architectural Metals has named Mike Pedersen as vice president of design and technical services. Part of the Apogee Architectural Metals Leadership Team, he will lead engineering and technical services across the organization, strengthening the integration of design, product performance and project execution to better support customers and partners across North America.

Beloit, WI – Low-slope roofing manufacturer MuleHide has promoted Matt Bost to regional director - Southeast. He had served as the company’s territory manager for West Central and Southwest Florida since joining MuleHide in 2022.

Davidson, NC – 3A Composites Americas, a leader in architectural aluminum cladding, has announced the launch of the ALUCOBOND® PLUS Matte Series: Perspectives in Design. The new collection of seven finishes is in direct response to evolving global design trends, marking a significant shift in the architectural community toward more refined aesthetics.

Cleveland, OH T – The Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) has elected Chris Zuzick as its 2026 Chair of the Board. Zuzick is the vice president of Waukesha Metal Products in Sussex, WI. Brian Murphy, president of Eagle Metals in Leesport, PA, will serve as vice chair and treasurer. Both Zuzick and Murphy will serve one-year terms.

Atlanta, GA – Kingspan Insulation North America, a leader in high-performance building envelope solutions, celebrated the completion of a new rooftop solar installation at its Mendota, Illinois manufacturing facility with a ribbon-cutting event alongside project partners REC Solar and Dynamic Energy, marking another milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to renewable energy and operational sustainability.

Schaumburg, IL – The passing of the gavel between the outgoing Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Chair of the Board, Rob Grommesh (Cardinal Glass Industries), and the incoming Chair, Mike Turner (YKK AP), took place during the 2026 Annual Conference in Huntington Beach, California.

Schofield, WI – Airolite has announced the launch of its new C800CH architectural canopy, combining modern styling with structural efficiency, and featuring a tie-back-free design and crisp 90-degree corners that create a sleek, floating appearance. The streamlined profile enhances curb appeal while simplifying installation.

Vacaville, CA – All Weather Insulated Panels (AWIP), a leading manufacturer of high-performance insulated metal panels and building envelope solutions, is proud to announce its participation in the Metal Building Contractors & Erectors Association (MBCEA) Annual Conference, taking place April 22–24, 2026.

Mason, OH – Clopay Corporation, a leader in closure products for commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and retail applications, announces the TruCycle™ Service Door and TruCycle™ Security Grille. These two new ultra high-cycle, low-maintenance solutions are designed to offer high-cycle durability at a fantastic value

Charlotte, NC – American Buildings has announced the recipients of its 2026 Excellence in Design Awards. This competition, created to showcase the varied applications and evolving boundaries within the metal buildings industry, provides Authorized Builders with an opportunity to demonstrate their creativity and craftsmanship. The program highlights how metal building systems accommodate a wide range of customer requirements, regardless of project scale or intricacy.

Wausau, WI – Apogee Architectural Metals has appointed Rama Menon as vice president of product management and marketing. He will focus on growing and sustaining the company’s North American market leadership for its Alumicor, EFCO, Linetec, Tubelite and Wausau Window brands.

Arlington, VA – Construction employment climbed by 26,000 jobs in March, with gains in both residential and nonresidential segments, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials noted that the gains were welcome news, but the fact construction pay continues to be well above other sectors is a sign firms are struggling to find enough qualified workers.

DeLand, FL – Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a leader in high-performance building materials, has announced the completion of its newly renovated and expanded North American headquarters in DeLand, Florida.

Chicago, IL – Atlas Tube, a Zekelman company, has expanded its Shuriken® Structural Nut Keeper line, introducing additional size options and integrations within the HSS Connections Hub™ to make it easier than ever to use Hollow Structural Sections (HSS) in steel projects.