The Metal Construction Association (MCA) and the Dept. of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have agreed on a multi-year research project aimed at evaluating the future needs of advanced metal roof and wall assemblies.
Knowing that building energy codes and standards will continue to become more stringent, the MCA recognized the need to generate data on dynamic metal roof and wall systems that can meet the anticipated requirements for energy efficiency. An important component of the research will be the evaluation of next-generation building-integrated photovoltaic technologies.
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Monday, March 9, 2009
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
New ASTM standard addresses galvanizing process for steel products
Galvanized steel products are manufactured and used throughout the world. A new ASTM International standard, A1057/A1057M, Specification for Steel, Structural Tubing, Cold Formed, Welded, Carbon, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) by the Hot-Dip Process, addresses the galvanizing process as it is used across a variety of industries, including construction, automotive and transportation.
The new standard is under the jurisdiction of Subcommittee A05.11 on Sheet Specifications, part of ASTM International Committee A05 on Metallic-Coated Iron and Steel Products.
Friday, February 27, 2009
Roofing safety manual
The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has released The NRCA Safety Manual, Second Edition, which contains updated and expanded explanations of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, as well as industry practices developed to improve worker safety at roofing job sites.
U.S. Stimulus Legislation's home tax credit explained by new website
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has launched a newly-designed website that provides detailed information about the $8,000 tax credit for first-time home buyers that is a key measure in the sweeping economic stimulus legislation signed into law on February 17, 2009 by U.S. President Barack Obama.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Updated Metl-Span website
Metl-Span has updated and expanded its website. The site presents comprehensive information on the company’s insulated wall and roof panels and window systems.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Green buildings avoid the doom and gloom trend inside Aust
Despite Wall Street's accumulated losses in the bear market reaching over US$10 trillion recently, the green building sector bucked the gloom.
In spite of some saying that it was the property sector that triggered the global credit crisis there was record attendance, over 30,000, at this year's GreenBuild Conference in Boston, up 25% on the previous year.
GreenBuild is the annual flagship event of the US Green Building Council. Attendance is a key marker of the health of the industry. It has grown every year since its inception in the late 90s and is now one of the largest industry conferences in the world. Many expected this year's event to falter, along with the rest of the economy, but GreenBuild's growth didn't skip a beat.
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In spite of some saying that it was the property sector that triggered the global credit crisis there was record attendance, over 30,000, at this year's GreenBuild Conference in Boston, up 25% on the previous year.
GreenBuild is the annual flagship event of the US Green Building Council. Attendance is a key marker of the health of the industry. It has grown every year since its inception in the late 90s and is now one of the largest industry conferences in the world. Many expected this year's event to falter, along with the rest of the economy, but GreenBuild's growth didn't skip a beat.
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Monday, February 2, 2009
Condensation prevention for metal roofs and buildings
Lantor B.V. announces the availability of a new brochure that describes CondenStop, a highly absorptive layered fleece with microspheres that provides reliable condensation control for metal roofs and buildings.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Metal construction industry on strong footing for 2009
As we roll into 2009, this seems like the proper time to reflect on where the metal construction industry currently stands—and where it’s likely to be headed in the future. I’ll start with the obvious, saying that 2008 was one of the most volatile years that the construction industry has seen in a long, long time.
In nearly 25 years covering metal construction, I’ve witnessed a few deep drops in the construction market and a steel shortage/price run-up situation in 2004 that rocked the industry. Each time, we moved onward as an industry and each time we learned some lessons that will never be forgotten. Those experiences made us better people and helped to shape stronger companies. I’m confident that the same will hold true when the current downturn runs its course.
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In nearly 25 years covering metal construction, I’ve witnessed a few deep drops in the construction market and a steel shortage/price run-up situation in 2004 that rocked the industry. Each time, we moved onward as an industry and each time we learned some lessons that will never be forgotten. Those experiences made us better people and helped to shape stronger companies. I’m confident that the same will hold true when the current downturn runs its course.
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Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Dow Building Solutions offers energy-efficient products to maximize value of metal construction
With a growing importance placed on energy efficiency in building construction, Dow Building Solutions reminds the entire design and construction communities that the value of metal buildings and roofing projects can be improved with its energy-efficient products and integrated systems.
Monday, January 26, 2009
Studies see green building as future economic key
Even as the dire financial news continues to dominate headlines, a cascade of newly released studies and reports points to green building as one of the growing bright spots for the U.S. economy.
In fact, as economic experts call for a recovery plan focused on green jobs and infrastructure, as consumers look to live in more economically sustainable homes, as businesses strive to cut operating costs, and as our national security needs depend on an end to reliance on foreign energy sources, green buildings' ability to deliver solutions to these pressing challenges promises to change the way we view the building industry.
As research comes in from diverse sources examining the interest in green
buildings among a wide range of Americans, the numbers keep painting the same
picture: The future of our built environment clearly centers on energy
efficiency, water reduction, systems that encourage cleaner indoor air, the use
of recycled and more sustainably developed materials, and communities that
coexist with their environments,” said Rick Fedrizzi, President, CEO &
Founding Chair, U.S. Green Building Council. “Over and over again, Americans are
saying the same thing: The key to a prosperous future is sustainability, and the
triple bottom line –environmental responsibility, economic prosperity and social
equity – is imperative as we move forward.
Friday, January 23, 2009
New TFC bracing products enhance building stability
Triangle Fastener Corporation has introduced two new bracer rod fastening products for the metal building industry, the BRACER II Bracing Washer and the STRESS-LOK Clamping Washer. These products are designed to increase the load capacity and minimize the slippage of the rod.
BRACER II features patented slip-resistant knurls that serve to minimize the slippage of the flat washer and rod, thereby increasing load capacity and stability of the frame. BRACER II also has a special nipple designed to provide deeper engagement with the web slot which translates into higher load capacity and easier installation at steep rod angles. The use of the product eliminates the need for back-up plates and welding, and its strength is proven via certified independent testing.
Monday, January 19, 2009
New TFC thread technology prevents fastener backout
Triangle Fastener Corporation has announced the development of a new patent pending screw thread that significantly increases back-out torque and reduces the potential for failed joints in metal construction fastening applications.
NRCA's 2009 Steep-Slope Roofing Manual is available online
The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has released The NRCA Roofing Manual: Steep-slope Roof Systems—2009. The manual provides best practice guidelines applicable to metal shingle and component, asphalt shingle, clay and concrete tile, slate, and wood shake and wood shingle roof systems used in steep-slope applications.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Transpired Solar Collector Walls: Use Solar, Save Green
As green building practices become more important — not only for environmental reasons, but also for cost savings and tax credits — new products supporting this philosophy are popping up everywhere. This wealth of product information and “greenwash” can be tedious for the building professional to sort through. The transpired solar collector, however, is one that deserves the attention of the savvy building envelope consultant. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has called transpired collectors
Read full articlethe most reliable, best-performing, and lowest-cost solar heating for
commercial and industrial buildings available on the market today
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Metal Building Manufacturers Association names 2009 executive committee
The Metal Building Manufacturers Association approved a new Executive Committee at the MBMA Annual Meeting held in December 2008 in Dallas, TX.
Monday, January 12, 2009
MBMA recognizes annual Metal Building Manufacturer Safety Award winners
The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) annually recognizes metal building systems manufacturers who show exceptional commitment to assuring workplace safety. Safety Awards were presented at the MBMA Annual Meeting held December 9-10, 2008 in Dallas, Texas.
Analyzing data submitted by our member companies, MBMA used OSHA guidelines
to compare award entrants’ safety scores to other companies with similar
exposure to accidents
states Charles E. Praeger, Assistant General Manager of MBMA.
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