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Copper industry launches new DIY architectural and plumbing videos
Posted June 28, 2011

The “Do It Proper with Copper” video series is back with its second installment of DIY architectural and plumbing how-to videos. The short, instructional...

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DragonBoard USA hires new general manager
Posted June 28, 2011

Edison, N.J.-based Super Studs Building Products Inc. has hired Mike Skowronek as the general manager of DragonBoard USA, a Super Stud affiliate company. Skowronek’s...

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EnergyWise Roof Calculator online has been updated
Posted June 28, 2011

The National Roofing Contractors Association EnergyWise Roof Calculator Online has been updated to include information from the 2010 version of ASHRAE 90.1, “Energy Standard...

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GAF celebrates 125th anniversary by giving back
Posted June 28, 2011

Employees of Wayne, N.J.-based GAF have participated in Habitat for Humanity builds across the country. On June 22, GAF helped build houses in partnership...

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Metal Era adds animations to website
Posted June 28, 2011

Waukesha, Wis.-based Metal Era Inc. has introduced the addition of 11 animations to their website. The animations are designed to help architects, roof consultants,...

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PE INTERNATIONAL and Five Winds International merge
Posted June 28, 2011

PE INTERNATIONAL, a provider of sustainability management software and expert consulting services located in Stuttgart, Germany, and Boulder, Colo.-based Five Winds International, a sustainability...

This Month’s Features

Pairing Standing Seam Metal with Proper Snow Control

Standing seam metal roofs with high-quality metal substrate can endure extreme temperatures and weather, including snow and blizzards.
The Benefits of DfMA in the Acceleration of Building Construction

DfMA is a strategic approach that optimizes the design process to enhance efficiency in manufacturing and assembly, ultimately leading to cost savings and faster...
Busting The Myth that Metal Roofs Hurt Wi-Fi and Cellular Signals

U.S. and Canadian homeowners are turning to residential metal roofs for plenty of good reasons. Metal roofs can last more than 50 years. They...
How Smart Material Handling Drives Construction Success

Competent contractors look for any efficiency that gives them an edge without sacrificing quality. To that end, efficient material handling has emerged as a...