Industry News

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.

Allentown, PA - ATAS International Inc. has introduced Versa-Line, a new wall cladding profile. This concealed-fastener wall panel is designed for horizontal or vertical applications. Pre-punched fastener slots allow for quick and easy installation.

Washington, DC - With all geographic regions and building project sectors showing positive conditions, there continues to be a heightened level of demand for design services signaled in the latest Architecture Billings Index (ABI). The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported the August ABI score was 53.7, up from a score of 51.9 in the previous month.

Cleveland, OH - As part of The Garland Company Inc.’s steadfast commitment to customer service and innovation, the company recently unveiled a redesigned website. The site is designed to further enrich the work of building owners, architects, contractors and other industry users that Garland serves.

Indianapolis, IN – Citadel Architectural Products announced that its Envelope 2000® RV (Reveal System) has passed NFPA 285, the Standard Fire Test Method for Evaluation of Fire Propagation Characteristics of Exterior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Assemblies Containing Combustible Components.

Arlington, VA - Thirty-four states and the District of Columbia added construction jobs between August 2016 and August 2017, while 30 states added construction jobs between July and August 2017 amid strong demand for construction work in most parts of the country, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of recent Labor Department data.

Longview, WA - As consumer demand for sustainable building products continues to grow, the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) reports another market share gain for metal in the residential retrofit market. New independent research conducted by Dodge Data & Analytics on behalf of the MRA shows the total market share of metal roofing gained another 3 points in 2016, growing from 11% market share in 2015 to 14% in 2016.

Newton, MA – Featured speaker and Labor Attorney, John Cruickshank of Alaniz Schraeder Linker Farris Mayes LLP, will explore current labor and employment policy issues confronting the metal construction industry, and the overall construction industry, at METALCON on October 18 and 19, 2017 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Jupiter, FL – With its recent release of Roof Wizard v8.2, specialist software provider AppliCad USA Inc. says it has topped market expectations. The company believes a range of new functions will make this software a must-have item for the business toolkit, especially for medium to large contracting firms who are serious about the growing metal roofing segment.

King Of Prussia, PA - Arkema's Technical Polymers business has published new Guide Specifications on its field-applied fluoropolymer coatings for cool roof and façade restoration applications.

Corinth, MS - D.I. Roof Seamers announces the appointment of Jason Ray as Sales Manager. In his new position, Ray will serve as Sales Manager for all U.S. and Canadian sales teams, as well as coordinating all communication and marketing efforts.

Mundelein, IL – Sheet Metal Supply, LTD, a leader in the fabrication of perimeter edge flashing, metal roof and wall panels, and a RHEINZINK System Partner, is excited to announce the launch of their newly redesigned website: www.sheetmetalsupplyltd.com. The mobile responsive website highlights over 50 fabricated sheet metal products that can each be customized to fit the needs of nearly any given project or building condition.

Columbus, OH - Renowned for delivering sustainable innovation to the building products market, AkzoNobel introduces COILTEC™ CF65, a primer formulation that provides effective corrosion protection without the use of chromium.

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada - Spray foam insulation manufacturer Icynene has announced the appointment of Mark Sarvary as President and CEO. Sarvary will continue to be Icynene Chairman of the Board and takes over from Howard Deck who stepped down from the role of CEO. Deck remains on the board of Icynene.

Arlington, VA - Construction employment increased by 28,000 jobs in August 2017, following a dip in hiring and spending in July, but contractors face a lack of experienced workers, according to an analysis of new government data and a new workforce survey by the Associated General Contractors of America.

Brookhaven, MS - The governor of Mississippi is joining forces with the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), Reed’s Metals President Bernard Reed, local schools and businesses to aid in relief and restoration across the Houston area due to the effects of Hurricane Harvey.

Elk Grove Village, IL - Petersen is expanding the reach of its PAC-CLAD brand by opening a new manufacturing facility in Phoenix, Ariz. The 52,000 sq. ft. facility is scheduled to be fully operational in the first quarter of 2018, and will be equipped to provide the Western U.S. construction market with the full line of PAC-CLAD steel and aluminum cladding products.