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Image Building Systems LLC, Heimburger Construction Inc. receive AC478 accreditation
Posted March 3, 2021

The Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association (MBCEA) announces Image Building Systems LLC, headquartered in Phoenix, AZ, and servicing Arizona, Nevada and Colorado, as...
RIMA International Allies with High Performance Insulation Professionals
Posted March 3, 2021

The Reflective Insulation Manufacturers Association International (RIMA-I) continues to identify new ways to educate on the benefits and uses of reflective insulation, radiant barrier...
USGBC Expands LEED Earth to Homes, Cities, Communities
Posted March 3, 2021

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced it is expanding its LEED Earth campaign to homes, communities and cities. LEED Earth is designed to...
ABC Launches Construction Technology Marketplace
Posted March 2, 2021

Associated Builders and Contractors today announced the launch of its inaugural Tech Marketplace, comprised of companies that provide construction technology and innovative digital solutions...
Nonresidential Construction Spending Stabilizes in January 2021
Posted March 1, 2021

National nonresidential construction spending increased 0.9% on a monthly basis in January 2021 but is down 5% since January 2020, according to an Associated...
AIA elevates 102 members to the College of Fellows
Posted February 26, 2021

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is elevating 102 member-architects to its College of Fellows, an honor awarded to members who have made significant...

This Month’s Features

How Advanced Leveling Technology Raises the Bar for Metal Construction

Whether it is long-span architectural panels, high-visibility building facades, or precision-engineered roof systems, panel flatness, structural integrity, and aesthetics all depend on one critical...
Batten Seam Roofing: Traditional Craft Meets Modern Metal

Once a staple of historic handcrafted European architecture, batten seam metal roofing is reemerging as a fashionable choice in today’s construction market. Blending time-tested...
A Career To Remember: W. Lee Shoemaker of the MBMA

After 32 years as the director of research and engineering at the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA), W. Lee Shoemaker, Ph. D, P.E., will...
The Case for Verified Fire Protection

Do not rely on performance claims alone when evaluating structural steel intumescent coatings. Ask about the test standards and verify third-party validation. It is...