Industry News

Elk Grove Village, IL - Beckers' Beckry®Tex line is well known in the industry for its unique textured surfaces, eye-catching aesthetics and durability. In response to customer requests for a wider color palette to expand this exceptional product line into the siding market, Beckry®Tex Glimmer has been introduced.

McLean, VA – Christopher Payne, PE, CCM, executive vice president and chief operating officer of MBP, became chair of the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) at the Association’s National Conference and Trade Show in Washington, DC.

Villa Rica, GA – SAF Perimeter Systems announces the addition of two new collections to their Designer Series Commercial Gutter Systems. The new Eclectic and Geometric Collections use the same two-piece design with new snap-on decorative fascia styling to complement the ever-changing design intent of architects and owners.

Las Vegas, NV - The winners of four Innovation Station drawings during METALCON 2017 in Las Vegas, October 18 - 20, have been announced. Contestants entered the drawings throughout the three-day show by scanning 10 Innovation Station displays that were set up in the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Washington, DC - BuildSteel, a partnership of steel and construction industry organizations, announces the release of “Cold-Formed Steel Trusses: Design, Performance, and Advantages”, a complimentary e-book to help building owners, architects, contractors and engineers better understand how cold-formed steel (CFS) truss systems can help them in their next project.

DeLand, FL – Kingspan is inviting customers and visitors to explore its newly redesigned website for all the Kingspan USA product offerings. With updates now live, www.kingspanpanels.com provides more content in a user-friendly format to enhance visitors’ online experiences.

Chicago, IL – On October 18, the Metal Construction Association recognized prominent companies and individuals at its 2nd Annual Triumph Awards recognition ceremony and dinner. The event was held at the Westgate Las Vegas, adjacent the Las Vegas Convention Center, which was hosting METALCON 2017, the all-metal-construction convention and trade show. MCA is that show's chief sponsor.

Mundelein, IL – Sheet Metal Supply, Ltd., a leader in the fabrication of architectural sheet metal, and a RHEINZINK System Partner, is excited to announce the launch of their Flat Lock Tile Installation Video Series at www.sheetmetalsupplyltd.com/resources/installation-videos/. Featuring industry expert Lou Rondeau, the six-video series demonstrates proper techniques for installing flat lock wall tiles.

Allentown, PA - In celebration of Manufacturing Day 2017, ATAS International Inc. opened their doors on October 5 to 60 area students and adults. This was the fifth year that ATAS participated in this event.

Washington, DC - After seven months of steady growth in the demand for design services, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) paused in September.

Walker, MI - Tubelite Inc. has promoted Dan Smith to client development manager for Northeast Texas. He is based in Dallas and reports directly to Tubelite regional sales manager Terry Robinholt.

Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (Bridgestone) has named John Vasuta as senior vice president, global sales, Firestone Building Products (FSBP), effective November 1, 2017. In this new expanded leadership role, Vasuta will be responsible for developing a global sales strategy for FSBP to accelerate growth in key world markets, advancing the company’s organizational design.

Las Vegas, NV - AkzoNobel has introduced its next evolutionary advancement in print technology at METALCON 2017 with the release of CERAM-A-STAR® Expressions, an innovative textured finish that engages the senses with the visual appeal of a print and texture that adds depth and dimension.

Fairfax, MN – Mike Schweiss, founder and owner of Schweiss Doors, was recently featured in a television news feature titled, “Small Town Minnesota Door Business Goes Galactic.”

Minneapolis, MN – Valspar Acrylicoat™ is a new, cost-effective, acrylic coating with a propriety resin system developed by Sherwin-Williams Coil and Extrusion Coatings. This new coating delivers a smooth, glass-like finish and an extremely hard surface on extruded-aluminum architectural products.

Washington, DC - The Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI) has announced the members of its 2017-2018 Executive Committee. The committee is responsible for developing and maintaining the technology transfer activities related to cold-formed steel design through seminars, webinars and the publication of Technical Notes.

Columbus, OH - AkzoNobel will introduce exciting new finishes for interior and exterior metal applications at METALCON 2017 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, October 18 - 20. The new appearances, which include innovative textures, will be on display at the AkzoNobel booth along with other popular products including CERAM-A-STAR® Matte, CERAM-A-STAR® Frost, TRINAR® Mirage, and TRINAR® AG (Anti-Graffiti).

Chicago, IL – Six members have been nominated for election to the board of directors of the Synthetic Roof Underlayment Institute. Bruce Hayden, Alpha ProTech Inc.; Mark Strait, Kirsch Building Products; Mark Tupas, Owens Corning; Michael DiStefano, Continental Materials Inc.; Mickey Gay, Perma “R” Products Inc.; and, Tyler Kruckenberg, System Components; will be presented for election by the membership at the October 18th, Annual Meeting of SRUI’s membership.

Moon Township, PA - CENTRIA, an industry leader in the design, development and manufacture of architectural metal wall and roof systems, announces that Stephen Ploszay has joined the team as the new Product Manager, Rainscreen Systems.

Ashland, VA – Alliance Machine and Engraving LLC has completed its move to a new 25,000 square foot manufacturing facility. Customized to accommodate three core competencies - engraving, machine assembly and roll fabrication, the modern plant also has room for expansion into additional market segments.