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Posted: Jul 26, 2023

Multiple Factors Driving Rapid Growth Of Metal Roofing's Share Of Residential Market

Portland, OR — Demand for residential metal roofing in the U.S. is rapidly growing, according to the latest annual industry report that measures overall roofing demand and activity. That's great news for the metal construction industry, and suggests the messaging of the Metal Roofing Association (MRA) — which touts the many benefits of metal roofing to homeowners, contractors and home builders — is working.

Posted: Jul 24, 2023

Kingspan Light + Air Launches New KlearSky™ Metal Framed Glass Skylights

Lake Forest, IL — Kingspan Light + Air, a division of Kingspan Group PLC, and a leader in daylighting, ventilation and smoke management solutions for the sustainable built environment, has announced the addition of KlearSky™ metal framed glass skylights to its lineup of industry-leading daylighting solutions.

Posted: Jul 20, 2023

Reed’s Metals Opens New Storefront In Fort Myers, FL

Houston, TX - Reed’s Metals, part of the Cornerstone Building Brands family, announces the opening of a new storefront in Fort Myers, FL. The company offers metal roofing systems, metal roofing panels, pole barns and pre-engineered steel buildings in the southern United States.

Posted: Jul 20, 2023

AGC Report Finds Construction Firms Added 23,000 Jobs In June

Arlington, VA - The construction sector added 23,000 jobs in June while the sector’s unemployment rate fell to the lowest rate ever for the month and pay levels in the industry continued to rise, according to an analysis of new government data released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said there appears to be plenty of demand for construction services and that employers likely would have added even more jobs if they could find more workers to hire.

Posted: Jul 18, 2023

MBMA Adds A Pair Of New Members

Cleveland, OH - The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) has added two new companies to its membership ranks. Ascent Buildings, LLC joins as a Building Systems member, and RMG Erectors & Constructors, LLC is a new Associate member.

Posted: Jul 17, 2023

AAG Operations Move To New Headquarters

Waterdown, Ontario, Canada - AAG Tailored Cutting Solutions, parent company of AXYZ Tailored Routers and WARDJET Waterjets, announces that it has moved into a new headquarters in Waterdown.

Posted: Jul 13, 2023

ATAS Announces Project Of The Year Winners For 2022

Allentown, PA - Award winners have been announced by ATAS for their 2022 Project of the Year competition. There were seven award categories: commercial roofs, commercial walls, residential roofs, residential walls, accents, sustainable, and interiors. Each award recognized projects in which ATAS products were incorporated into the design and construction of the building.

Posted: Jul 12, 2023

METALCON Announces 2023 Keynote Speakers

Newton, MA — METALCON , the only global event dedicated exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction, announces its keynote speakers for this year’s annual conference and tradeshow at the Las Vegas Convention Center from Wednesday, Oct. 18 - Friday, Oct. 20.

Posted: Jul 07, 2023

AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index Indicates Rebound In May Business Conditions

Washington, DC – Architecture firms experienced a rebound in billings in May after a downturn in April, according to the latest Architecture Billings Index (ABI) from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Deltek. The index score for May was the highest it has been since September 2022. Inquiries into new projects and design contracts also increased this month, reaching their highest levels since February.

Posted: Jul 07, 2023

Alliance Machine And Engraving Announces New Sales Manager

Moundridge, KS — The Alliance Machine and Engraving team is pleased to welcome Chris Merkel as the new National Sales Manager. With over 15 years of experience in sales and marketing, and a degree in Business Administration from Radford University, Merkel brings a wealth of knowledge to Alliance Machine and Engraving, a division of The Bradbury Group.

Posted: Jul 07, 2023

East Lake Metals Becomes Exclusive Distributor Of ZAM® Coated Products For Coastal Regions

Whiting, IN - East Lake Metals, a leading provider of metal roofing solutions, has recently achieved a significant milestone through an exclusive distribution agreement with Wheeling-Nippon Steel. This agreement grants East Lake Metals exclusive rights to distribute and sell ZAM® coated products for coastal regions. This partnership cements their position as a premier supplier in the industry, further expanding their portfolio of high-quality roofing materials.

Posted: Jul 05, 2023

Triangle Fastener Corporation Acquires Connective Systems & Supply

Pittsburgh, PA - Triangle Fastener Corporation (TFC) has finalized an acquisition agreement with Connective Systems & Supply, Inc. (CSS), effective July 1, 2023. In particular, TFC has acquired the segment of CSS’s business primarily focused on fasteners for roofing, metal building, and mechanical contractors in and around Denver, Colorado.

Posted: Jul 03, 2023

Construction Up In Most States In May Compared To A Year Ago, But Firms Struggle To Find Workers

Arlington, VA - Construction employment increased in 42 states and the District of Columbia in May from a year earlier, while only 24 states added construction jobs from April to May, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said firms are struggling to find new workers amid a lack of funding for construction education programs, keeping monthly employment gains lower in many parts of the country.

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