Industry News

Moundridge, KS - For customers who've made the investment in Bradbury roll forming equipment to meet their manufacturing needs, The Bradbury Group has developed a comprehensive roll forming training program to help those customers' employees correctly operate and maintain the machines.

Irving, TX - After ongoing discussions with key stakeholders and with full support from the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), the International Roofing Expo (IRE) team has made the proactive decision to reschedule the event from February to April 14-16, 2021 in the same location – the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV.

Chicago, IL - The Metal Construction Association (MCA) reports that its Virtual Summer Meeting, held June 15-18, enjoyed record high attendance, and promoted a positive outlook for the future of the metal construction industry.

Manning, SC - Alucoil, a leading manufacturer of aluminum and metal composite material, has updated Alucoil Design, an online tool that allows architects, builders and building owners to see how Alucoil products look when applied to buildings.

Washington, DC - Demand for design services from architecture firms began to stabilize in June, following their peak declines in April, according to a new report from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).

Adel, Ga - Vulcan Steel Structures Inc., an IAS AC472 accredited metal building manufacturer, announces the launch of its redesigned corporate website. The new site provides extensive information about the company and its products, and has information and images about current and past building projects.

Washington, DC - In a sign that the housing market is leading the economy during the coronavirus outbreak, sales of newly built, single-family homes rose to their highest level since the Great Recession, up 13.8 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 776,000 units in June, according to newly released data by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau.

Eufaula, AL - American Buildings Company (ABC) has announced the winners of its 2020 Excellence in Design Awards. The competition is designed to highlight the diverse application and expansion of the metal building construction industry. Each project showcases new designs that illustrate innovative metal system construction.

Washington, DC - The Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI) will host a webinar on “Mid-Rise Construction Using Lightweight Steel Framing” on Thursday, August 13, 2020 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. EDT. The webinar is designed for architects, engineers, building officials and contractors.

Rotorua, New Zealand - Bradbury Metal Tile Roofing Solutions (BMTRS), a New Zealand-based subsidiary of The Bradbury Group, has announced the addition of Justin Pressnall to its USA Sales Team. Pressnall will work with Lance Eagle, Business Development Sales Manager at BMTRS, in the development of marketing and sales for the North American market.

West Fargo ND - Midland Door Solutions, a full-service oversized bi-fold and hydraulic door manufacturer, has launched a new website. In addition to an interactive project gallery that highlights the company’s products in a user-friendly, intuitive layout, the new site offers project inspiration as well as practical information for facility owners at any stage of the decision-making process.

Arlington, VA - Construction employment increased from May to June in 31 states and the District of Columbia, but the gains may have stalled, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of recent government employment data and a compilation of weekly jobsite hours by construction technology firm Procore.

Laurel, MT - Gary Bond, Wood’s Powr-Grip® (WPG) Chief Engineer, has retired from the company following 32 years of service.

Blackburn, Victoria, Australia - AppliCad has announced the creation of The Global AppliCad Learning for the Future Scholarship Program to give young adults across the globe the opportunity to increase their digital skills relevant to the roofing industry of the future.

Mundelein, IL - Sheet Metal Supply, a leading fabricator and supplier of formed perimeter edge materials and processed coil and flat stock for more than 25 years, has moved its operation into a new and larger facility in Grayslake, IL.

Glenshaw, PA - The Steel Deck Institute (SDI) has published updates to the Roof Deck Design Manual, 2nd Edition and the Floor Deck Design Manual, 2nd Edition. These new editions have been updated to comply with the 2018 International Building Code and are based on the standards referenced in the Code.

Chicago, IL - The Metal Construction Association (MCA) has released three updated Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). The subjects of the updated papers are Metal Composite Materials (MCM), Insulated Metal Panels (IMP), and Roll Formed Aluminum and Steel Cladding.

West Chester, OH - ClarkDietrich offers contractors and dealers more options for partial wall framing, expanding its line of Pony Wall products to include a new, lighter gauge option.

Lewisville, TX - Metl-Span, a recognized leader in the insulated metal panel industry, is offering a new online course through Hanley Wood University, Designing with Architectural Insulated Metal Wall Panels.

Elk Grove Village, IL - Petersen once again has expanded its network of manufacturer representatives, this time throughout Western New York to better serve the area’s growing demand for metal roof and wall cladding systems.