Industry News

Atlanta, GA – SAF, a global metals distributor, fabricator, and finisher, has introduced new vertical and horizontal sunshade fins, now available for customers designing commercial buildings. The new sunshade fins are designed for installation on exterior walls, primarily over windows or glazed openings, delivering benefits ranging from energy savings to occupant comfort and more.

Washington, DC – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) has released the September 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 50.3, steady with the August index of 50.4.

Moundridge, KS — Over the past five years, The Bradbury Group has continued to grow in Moundridge. The commitment to expanding and improving facilities is evident in the recent additions to the company’s assembly and testing area, as well as the ongoing extension of the inventory area. With a dedicated team of over 300 employees at the headquarters, Bradbury is constantly seeking opportunities to expand and propel the company to new heights.

Florence, SC - The Steel Deck Institute (SDI) announces the launch of their new and expanded website with added functionality and information that will make using steel floor and roof deck easier and more economical.

Muskegon, MI – Lorin Industries Inc., a global industry leader in the innovation and production of coil anodized aluminum, announces its attendance of Arc US 2023, a leading architects’ forum, held November 2-5, at the Hilton Bonnet Creek in Orlando, Florida.

Washington, DC - The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) has published AISI D250-23, “Thermal Design and Code Compliance Guide for C-Shape Cold-Formed Steel Framing in Building Envelopes.”

Westlake, OH - Bill "The Code Man" Beals of Therm-All will be conducting a free AIA-accredited energy code webinar, focusing on COMcheck reports, on Thursday, October 26th at 2:15 p.m. ET.

Waterdown, Ontario, Canada - AAG Tailored Cutting Solutions, parent company of AXYZ Tailored Routers and WARDJET Waterjets, will be hosting a grand opening celebration at its new headquarters in Waterdown, October 3-4.

Pleasanton, CA - Simpson Strong-Tie, supplier of engineered structural connectors and building products, staged ribbon-cutting ceremonies recently at three new warehouse, distribution, and training centers in Denver, Salt Lake City, and Kent, Washington.

Moundridge, KS — Two representatives from The Bradbury Group, Matt Werner and Shawn Huffman, will be presenting an engaging educational session during METALCON in Las Vegas, scheduled for October 18-20. The Bradbury Group is excited to have the opportunity to share their extensive knowledge on roll forming with the industry.

Cleveland, OH - The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) announces the publication of a profile on the Firehouse Ministries Shelter in Birmingham, Alabama. The newest MBMA architecture-focused educational case study takes a detailed look at the award-winning facility serving the needs of homeless men, women and children.

Greenfield, IN — Citadel Architectural Products has announced the expansion of their nationwide Sales team. Located throughout the United States, the Citadel team is comprised of experienced industry experts with extensive experience partnering with architects, designers, developers, architectural product fabricators, and installers in the ACM/MCM and roofing industries.

Essex, CT - U.S.-based Firestable™ Insulation Company has entered the building insulation market with a patented, directly code compliant, NFPA-275 thermal barrier closed-cell spray foam insulation that meets the International Building Code (IBC ) upon application without the need for an additional thermal barrier.

Arlington, VA - The construction industry added 22,000 jobs in August, while total construction spending rose 0.7 percent in July, despite a downturn in most infrastructure investment categories, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials cautioned that progress on many public infrastructure projects was likely being undermined by the added layers of red tape the Biden administration continues to add for new public works efforts.

Elk Grove Village, IL - Manufacturer representatives Exterior Building Solutions (EBS) now represent Petersen’s PAC-CLAD metal roof and wall cladding systems throughout Northeast and Central Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. The EBS team will support architects, consultants, installing contractors and others involved in the specification and installation of exterior metal cladding.

Colorado Springs, CO – Shelly Higgins, Architectural & National Accounts Director at S-5!, has been awarded the Construction Specifier Institute (CSI) Great Lakes Region President’s Award in recognition of her dedication, hard work and mindfulness to the region.

Wilmington, DE - DuPont™ Tedlar® will be featured on an upcoming “Inside the Blueprint” segment covering “Innovations in Surface Protection” airing September 16 at 3 p.m. ET on Bloomberg News, followed by spots on Fox Business, syndication on hundreds of local channels, and across digital/social platforms.

Newton, MA — METALCON, the only global event dedicated exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction, has announced its 2023 Top Products Award winners.

Tontitown, AR - Central States Manufacturing Inc., a supplier of metal building components, roofing, and buildings, announces the recent appointment of Jennifer Davis to the newly created position of Corporate Market Officer.

Columbus, OH - AkzoNobel’s Color of the Year 2024 is Sweet Embrace™ - an opportunity for architects, fabricators, and coaters in the architecture and domestic appliances markets to differentiate their projects and provide a warm, calm and liberating environment for their customers amid changing times.