Industry News

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.

Lehigh Valley, PA - Palram's new Lap Clip for DynaGlas® Corrugated Polycarbonate saves significant time during installation while ensuring a tight seal between vertical panel laps, preventing air and insect infiltration, and increasing protection against damage due to high winds.

Allentown, PA - ATAS International Inc. has developed an enhanced complete product line catalog to reflect their steady growth in products and services available to customers.

Newton, MA – The metal construction industry’s largest international event for metal construction products, technologies and solutions gives back to the local community during its annual tradeshow and conference taking place October 18-20 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Promise City, IA - American Buildings Company (ABC), a leading domestic and international manufacturer and marketer of high-quality metal building systems for industrial, commercial, and institutional construction markets, announces the addition of Lockridge Inc. of Promise City, Iowa to its national network of Builders.

Washington, DC - The Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI) will host a webinar on “The Structural Aspect of Interior Nonstructural Cold-Formed Steel Framing” on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. ET. The webinar is designed for architects, engineers, building officials and contractors. Participants are eligible for 1.5 PDHs.

Houston, TX - NCI Building Systems, Inc. (NYSE: NCS) announces that Norman C. Chambers, Chairman of the Board since 2008, will step down as Chairman of the Board of Directors effective January 1, 2018. The Board of Directors has selected James S. Metcalf to succeed Chambers as Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Executive Committee of the company, effective January 2, 2018.

Arlington, VA - Most major construction spending categories increased from July 2017 to August 2017 but activity was mixed compared to spending levels a year earlier, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials noted that big drops in public investments mean infrastructure will continue to deteriorate and impede economic growth.

Elk Grove Village, IL - Through the course of their lives, garage doors and roll-up doors are constantly exposed to a variety of elements that damage, scuff, and scratch their surface. Fortunately, Beckers has the solution to this issue in its newly formulated BeckryGard system.

Moon Township, PA - CENTRIA, a leader in architectural metal wall systems, has donated metal building products to the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers’ SMART Heroes Training Program - a seven-week instructional program for members of the U.S. military that are transitioning from active duty to civilian life.

Columbus, OH - AkzoNobel, a leading manufacturer of coil coatings for the metal construction industry, announces the completion of a new, dedicated color mixing cell for its TRINAR® coatings at the Columbus, OH production facility. Designed to provide the highest level of quality and service to coil coating customers, the cell is equipped with a new state-of-the-art Automatic Dosing Unit (ADU) and incorporates the most advanced quality inspection techniques.

Pleasanton, CA - Simpson Strong-Tie, a supplier of engineered structural connectors and fasteners, introduces the DSSCB bypass framing drift strut connector to support cold-formed steel bypass framing while accommodating horizontal building drift.

Newton, MA – As laws change regarding marijuana use, they present a whole host of ongoing human resource issues, especially for the construction industry. Attorney Trenton Cotney helps employers understand the complex issues surrounding the legalization of marijuana and its effects on the work place environment in his featured session, The Legalization of Marijuana and its Impact on the Construction Industry at METALCON, on October 18 and 19 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.