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Constructing Solar Panels for Maximum Solar Gain
The owner’s goal was to construct a multi-purpose building that would also serve as a mounting platform for a 28.35 kilowatt PV solar system, which would provide 100% of the electricity needs for the entire equestrian ranch property
USDA Service Center Gets Long-Lasting Makeover
After 25 years of service, the facilities at the Kingsville PMC—encompassing an administrative office, seed laboratory, and storage garage—were showing signs of extreme wear and tear
Interactive Roundtable Discussion: Wire Management and Best Practices for Solar PV Installations
As solar mounting technologies evolve to improve installation efficiencies and reduce material and labor costs, often developers and installers on the job site find it daunting to keep abreast of changing technologies and adapt their operating...
Cornerstone Bible Church Renews Roof with Metal Shingles
The shape of the .032 aluminum panels, which resembled the original shingles in appearance, was an important factor in their choice of a replacement roofing material
Town Hall Installs Roof to Support PV System
The building needed to re-roofed due to the UV damage to the existing roof surface
Interior and Exterior Metal Wall Panels Take Off at Airport
The terminal building was designed to be people-orientated while being reflective of the Williston Basin
Architectural Coating System for Architectural Metal Products
Sherwin-Williams announces its new Fluropon Metal Trends Color Collection featuring eight curated color families: Gold and Brass, Bronze, Silver and Nickel, Blackened Steel, Copper, Steel, Zinc and Anodized.
Recent Advances in Electronic Leak Detection
Historically, architects and other designers have often called for a flood test to be carried out on horizontal waterproofing systems when the membrane is under a green roof, wear-course or topping slab where direct inspection of the roof memb...
Condo Complex Installs New Roof Over Existing System
The existing roof on this luxury condominium complex, a 20+-year-old tapered modified bitumen system, was failing and owners were spending a lot of money on repairs
Multi-ply Modified Bitumen Roofing Provided for Shriner’s Kerack
For the Kerack Project, the team concluded that the facility needed far more than the project budget could support and decided it was critical to provide assistance for the complicated reroofing project
Metal Roof Adds to Home-Like Feel of Library
When undertaking the renovation and expansion of the busiest library in the state of Georgia – while it remains open – meticulous planning is required
GCP Applied Technologies Partners with School to Build Homes
For five years, GCP Applied Technologies has partnered with the Weitz Construction Academy at Seminole Ridge High School in Loxahatchee, Fla. to provide needed products and educate their students
The Beauty and Stamina of Natural Materials
In recent decades, the enduring qualities of zinc have gained interest and use in North America
CEU: Commercial Rooftop Solar Design Explained
This course will explain the importance of each of these questions and offer actionable insights into roof system design that can maximize solar output and provide long-term performance of the roof system that can outlast the life expectancy o...
Durable and Attractive Metal Chosen to Accent Headquarters
A 200,000 square-foot, three-story building occupies 20 acres of land, and includes modern workspaces and 20,000 square feet of patios and outdoor space for associates to use during breaks
Curved-roof Conundrum Solved with Mechanically Seamed Roof
Metal roofing plays a big role in the new venue’s design – especially in a clamshell layout over the stage that provided an opportunity for installers to showcase their skills
Two-Day Metal Roofing Systems Course to Take Place at the University of Wisconsin
Metal roofing expert, Rob Haddock, presents Metal Roofing Systems at the University of Wisconsin Madison’s School of Engineering on Dec. 3-4, 2020.
TPO/EPDM Spray Contact Adhesive
ICP Building Solutions Group has launched its new Polyset TPO/EPDM Spray Contact Adhesive, designed as a portable, self-containing, single component solution to help professionals complete jobs quickly and efficiently.
Stadium’s Metal Roof Intimidates, Alludes to Campus Architecture
The renovated Katie Seashole Pressly Softball Stadium on the campus of the University of Florida in Gainesville might have all the latest amenities, but its design pays homage to the school’s earlier days
Yacht Club Waterproofs Patio Deck
In 2020, the patio needed repairs. The old tile pavers were damaged, resulting in leaks in the outdoor spa area below
Copper Roof Crowns the New Saratoga Racetrack Club
A stunning copper Field-Lok standing seam roof is showcased on the 1863 Club at the historic Saratoga Racetrack in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
What Does COVID-19 Mean for Metal?
The total of the coronavirus-impact is still unknown, and might take years to fully analyze. What's clear right now is the impact to metal production—specifically steel
Proper Design Details for Standing Seam Metal Roofs
The most critical component of a standing seam metal roof system—other than metal panel seams—is at vertical transitions and penetrations
CEU: Evaluating Real-World Performance of Field Aged TPO Roofs
TPO membranes have been extensively analyzed in laboratories and under accelerated weathering conditions
Three Simple Ways to Incorporate Coatings into Service and Maintenance Programs
Roofing contractors can benefit from the material advancements to better serve building owners through the increased inclusion of coatings in service and maintenance programs
Boathouse’s Curved Metal Roof Marries Form to Function
The two-story facility meets its goals, in a stylish structure topped by a curved metal roof that takes inspiration from the boats it houses
New York’s Tammany Hall Illuminates with New Facades
Reimagining the historic Neo-Georgian structure Tammany Hall in New York City’s Union Square, a team led by BKSK Architects and facades and lighting experts at Buro Happold for the building owner, Reading International, have debuted its adapta...
CEU: Roofs for Cold Storage Buildings
The unique idea of an “always cold” interior pushes the discussion about vapor drive and air intrusion of the enclosure of a cold storage building to a higher level
High-Temperature Roof Underlayment
Polyglass U.S.A. Inc. announced the release of Polystick P, an advanced self-adhered roof underlayment specifically designed for metal roofs and other high-temperature applications.
Rooftop Terrace Offers Best View of the Stars
One part of the brand-new museum—the sphere—has a glass rooftop dome that required the superior structural capacity found in structural interlayers instead of standard PVB interlayers
Project Profile: Metal Roof Upgrade Helps Clubhouse Stand Up to the Mountain
The Big Canoe Property Owners Association in Georgia turned to a veteran-owned roofing contractor to replace its damaged clubhouse roof with something that could withstand mountain weather.
Sheet Metal Supply Moving Into New, Larger Fabricating Facility
Sheet Metal Supply, a leading fabricator and supplier of formed perimeter edge materials and processed coil and flat stock for more than 25 years, moved its operation into a new and larger facility in Grayslake, Ill.Sheet Metal Supply, a leadi...
Steel Deck Institute Publishes Updates to Roof Deck and Floor Deck Design Manuals
The new editions have been updated to comply with the 2018 International Building Code and are based on the standards referenced in the code.
Skylight Replacement at Historic Courthouse Receives Preservation Award
The replacement and restoration of the historic skylight within the landmark Manhattan Surrogate’s Courthouse has received a 2020 Lucy G. Moses Preservation Award from the New York Landmarks Conservancy
Scott Kriner Honored with Marty Hastings Award at MCA Summer Meeting
Kriner is a long-serving member of the Cool Roof Rating Council's Technical Committee and a valuable contributor and technical resource to the council for over 20 years.
MCA Publishes Three Updated Environmental Product Declarations
The Metal Construction Association has released three updated Environmental Product Declarations to provide key data on the manufacturing and use of metal cladding products.
Petersen Adds Technical Representatives in Canada for Metal Roof, Wall Systems
Petersen is expanding its network of manufacturer representatives into Canada to meet the country’s growing demand for metal roof and wall cladding systems.
Project Profile: McElroy Metal Symmetrical Standing Seam System Solves 20-Year-Old Leaking Issues
The Kathleen and Tom Elam Center at the University of Tennessee-Martin called for some special love and attention, as it had leaking issues since it was installed 20 years ago.
Standard Universal Rooptop Equipment Base
Green Link's new KnuckleHead Big Base features a 12-inch base to enhance the stability of larger rooftop-installed equipment.
Standard Universal Rooptop Equipment Base
Green Link's new KnuckleHead Big Base features a 12-inch base to enhance the stability of larger rooftop-installed equipment.
Standard Universal Rooptop Equipment Base
Green Link's new KnuckleHead Big Base features a 12-inch base to enhance the stability of larger rooftop-installed equipment.
Standard Universal Rooptop Equipment Base
Green Link's new KnuckleHead Big Base features a 12-inch base to enhance the stability of larger rooftop-installed equipment.
Western Specialty Contractors Receives Prestigious ESP Commercial Roofing Award
The Excellence in Single-Ply award, given by Carlisle SynTec Systems, is one of the top accolades in the commercial roofing industry.
Western Specialty Contractors Receives Prestigious ESP Commercial Roofing Award
The Excellence in Single-Ply award, given by Carlisle SynTec Systems, is one of the top accolades in the commercial roofing industry.