Industry News

Arlington, VA - The construction industry added 11,000 jobs in September as unemployment rates for the sector remained at historically low levels, prompting contractors to raise pay faster than for other jobs, according to an analysis of latest government data the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials noted that the number of people working on nonresidential construction projects declined for the month as firms struggle to find enough workers to hire amid tight labor conditions.

Washington, DC – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) has release its October 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI). The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment finance sector. Overall, confidence in the equipment finance market is 40.1, a decrease from the September index of 50.3.

Chicago – The Metal Construction Association’s 2023 Design Awards winners were featured at METALCON, a major industry event held in Las Vegas, NV, October 18-20. Previously known as The Chairman’s Awards, MCA's Design Awards recognize member companies involved in the construction of outstanding building projects that use metal in significant and innovative ways.

Chesapeake, VA – Mitsubishi Chemical America’s (MCA) ALPOLIC Division, a leader in metal composite material (MCM) manufacturing, is pleased to announce it has named Octavio Diaz as its new director of sales.

Sheffield Village, OH – Sheffield Metals International (SMI), an industry-leading distributor of coated and bare metal coil and sheet products, is pleased to announce its new product, CoreLine, a collection of textured, low-gloss, PVDF colors.

Madison, WI – Metal roofing expert Rob Haddock will present Metal Roofing Systems at the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s School of Engineering on on Nov. 30- Dec. 1, 2023.

Washington, DC - American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) Regional Director of Codes and Standards Jonathan Humble, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP – BD+C will conduct a session on “Energy Code Options for Steel Construction” at the Connecticut Architecture Conference + Expo on October 26, 2023 from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. ET at the Mystic Marriott Hotel in Groton, Connecticut.

Pittsburgh, PA and Wilmington, DE - United States Steel Corporation and DuPont announce the launch of COASTALUME™, North America’s first GALVALUME® material designed and warrantied for coastal environments. The new product combines the strength and self-healing characteristics of U. S. Steel’s GALVALUME® material with DuPont™Tedlar® PVF film barrier.

Chesapeake, VA - Mitsubishi Chemical America’s (MCA) ALPOLIC Division, a leader in metal composite material (MCM) manufacturing, has been formally recognized as a Virginia STAR Worksite under Virginia’s Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP), the agency’s highest recognition for excellence in safety and health management systems.

Minneapolis, MN – Sherwin-Williams Coil Coatings will have a significant and very hands-on presence at METALCON, the most influential metal construction and design event in the world, happening Oct. 18-20 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. That includes an educational session from Sherwin-Williams’ color experts, sponsorship of the inaugural METALCON Training Zone, and fun, interactive demos throughout the event. Additionally, Sherwin-Williams’ booth #3021 in the Expo Hall will feature its high-performance metal coating systems.

Adel, GA - Business leader Joel Voelkert is retiring after over five decades of service to the metal building industry. Most recently, he served as vice president of sales and marketing for Vulcan Steel, Adel, GA.

DeLand, FL – Kingspan Insulated Panels North America has launched a new Sustainability Resource Center website. The site was introduced to users at Greenbuild 2023 International Conference and Expo on September 27-28.

Muskegon, MI - Lorin Industries Inc., a global industry leader in the innovation and production of coil anodized aluminum, announces its attendance at METALCON 2023, the only annual trade show devoted exclusively to the application of metal in construction and design, held October 18-20, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Las Vegas, NV - Experts from AkzoNobel’s Coil & Extrusion Coatings business will be sharing the latest insights into new technologies, products and trends shaping the metal coatings industry at METALCON 2023 in Las Vegas.

Houston, TX – Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions, a leader in efficient and durable roofing systems and components, has announced the launch of two new Unified Steel Stone Coated Roofing colors, which are rated by the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC). The new colors, Harborwood and Stirling Gray, are offered in both PINE-CREST Shake and PACIFIC tile profiles.

Newton, MA — The only global event dedicated exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction gives back to the local community during its annual tradeshow and conference taking place Oct. 18-20 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Beloit, WI - Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc. has promoted Mark Malin to national product manager.

Hatfield, PA – Laminators Incorporated has announced the availability of a new AIA-approved course titled, Evolution of Insulated Glazing Panels. Delivered as a webinar or in-person presentation, the course offers 1.00 LU/HSW CEU credit through the American Institute of Architects (AIA).

Allentown, PA - ATAS International announces four new sales team positions, including two District Sales Managers, an Architectural Business Development Manager, and a National Accounts Technical Advisor. This realignment of the sales team will provide for additional education and communication with the company’s employees and customers.

Minneapolis, MN — The Sherwin-Williams General Industrial Coatings division has released its fifth color trend forecast — "V: Colors, Finishes and Effects Evolving and Emerging in Industrial Design." This year's report includes a careful analysis of the first four forecasts, as well as emerging trends that will affect the industrial design industry for the next three to five years.