Industry News

Washington, DC - The Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI) will host a webinar on “Cold-Formed Steel Framing Design With the AISI Direct Strength Method” on Thursday, October 11, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. EDT. The webinar is designed for architects, engineers, building officials and contractors. Participants are eligible for 1.5 PDHs.

Pittsburgh, PA - PPG (NYSE:PPG) announces that it will display several new and recently introduced architectural metal coatings at METALCON 2018 at the Charlotte Convention Center in North Carolina, October 10-12.

Minneapolis, MN – Sherwin-Williams Coil Coatings will showcase the first-of-its-kind, immersive color experience – “Thinking in Color” – at METALCON 2018. Color is one of the most important elements of design, and Sherwin-Williams is relentless in its pursuit of delivering new and innovative ways to help customers realize their color inspirations.

Nashville, TN – Firestone Building Products Company, LLC (FSBP), an industry leader providing trusted roofing and building envelope solutions, has announced Jason Flack as the new vice president of sales. In this role, Flack will oversee domestic sales and new business development, carrying out strategies that drive global objectives and reinforce that “Nobody Covers You Better.” Flack will be based in Nashville.

Portland, OR – When it comes to sustainable building practices, solar is hot. With the availability and interest in residential solar systems growing rapidly nationwide, it’s important for builders, contractors and installers to know the fundamentals and brush up on best practices to help homeowners make informed decisions.

Newton, MA – The metal construction industry’s largest international event for metal construction products, technologies and solutions gives back to the local community during its annual tradeshow and conference taking place October 10-12 at the Charlotte Convention Center.

New Franklin, OH - The RICOWI Board of Directors announced the release of an investigation report on Hurricane Irma on September 23, 2018. The Wind Investigation Program (WIP) Committee deployed volunteer hurricane wind investigators after Hurricane Irma made landfall. Team members for the hurricane wind investigations were wind engineers, roofing material specialists, insurance analysts, structural engineers, and consultants.

Portland, OR – With interest booming in residential metal roofing, the Metal Roofing Alliance recently announced that Reinke Shakes and ASC Profiles LLC have joined MRA as manufacturing members.

Davidson, NC - Graham Fizer has been appointed president and chief executive officer of 3A Composites Americas, a division of Swiss-based Schweiter Technologies AG.

Washington, DC – Architecture firm billings rebounded solidly in August, posting their eleventh consecutive month of growth, according to a report released from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).

Washington, DC - The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) Standards Council has approved the formation of a new subcommittee for composite member design and is seeking individuals to participate. The objective of “Subcommittee 34: Composite Member Design” is to develop and maintain design provisions for composite assemblies consisting of cold-formed steel members and concrete.

St. Louis, MO - AMS Controls has announced the release of Eclipse Pro Production Management Solution software for roll forming and metal folding operations. AMS Controls President Andy Allman said, “Today’s manufacturers need today’s data, today. Not tomorrow. Eclipse Pro uses real-time data to so manufacturers gain better insight and visibility into what actually happens on their production floor on a daily basis.”

Newton, MA - Steve Smith, Sr., a 16-year NFL veteran and former five-time pro bowl, three-time all-pro receiver for the Carolina Panthers, will present “Perseverance, Teamwork and Overcoming Obstacles” in a keynote address on Wednesday, Oct. 10 at 11.00 a.m., at METALCON 2018 in Charlotte, NC.

Morrisville, VT - Alpine SnowGuards, a manufacturer of rooftop snow management systems, has announced Phase II upgrades to their Online Project Calculator. The company announced in July that their online calculator had been upgraded to include the integration of pad-style snow guards.

Spokane, WA - Garco, an industry-leader in metal building systems, is celebrating its 60th year in business. Garco was established in 1958 by founder Wayne Garceau as Garceau Steel Structures with a focus on meeting and exceeding customers’ needs.

Beloit, WI – Mule-Hide Products Co. has added two new base coats – A-300 Base and A-300 Base TPO – to its line of professional-grade acrylic coatings. Both provide a well-bonded surface for the A-300 Finish coat, helping contractors deliver lasting restorations and repairs that add years to the lives of existing roofs while enhancing their energy efficiency.

Chicago, IL - The Metal Construction Association (MCA) will host its 5th Annual "MCA Rev 'Em Up Championship Roofing Games" At METALCON, October 10 - 12 in Charlotte, NC. Total prizes for this year's competition are $8,500 and five teams of two participants are still needed.

Cleveland, OH - The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) announces the appointment of Tony Bouquot as General Manager.

Davidson, NC - 3A Composites USA announces the appointment of Nick Scheib as vice president, architectural sales and marketing, Americas.

Chicago, IL - The Metal Construction Association (MCA) has published the 2018 Consolidated Statistical Study, which was originally presented by Randy Giggard of FMI Corporation at MCA's Annual Summer Meeting on June 19th in Rosemont, IL. The study is now provided in its entirety in the Members-Only Area of the association's web site, www.metalconstruction.org.