Designed around the climb: Stone Climbing The design of Stone Climbing’s new 15,500-sf PEMB in Jacksonville originated from a desire to integrate the exterior landscape into the building and create an atmosphere similar to outdoor rock climbing.

Metal construction can answer the global housing challenge The International Union of Architects has declared “Housing is a human right. Build it.” the theme for World Architecture Day 2026 on October 5. America’s metal construction industry is more than capable of delivering those housing solutions.

Construction materials prices continue their ascent “Construction input prices surged again in August,” said economist Anirban Basu. Metals remain a significant source of cost pressure. Steel mill product prices increased 1.7% in August and are up 23.4% over the past 12 months.

Shop versus jobsite rollforming Jobsite rollforming and in-plant rollforming both have a place in the metal construction industry. “Ultimately, your customer’s needs will dictate which tool you use,” says Bill Griffin, president of Metal Rollforming Systems.

FGIA updates and aligns seismic test methods The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance has released updated versions of AAMA 501.4, 501.6, and 501.7, which are recommended test methods for three types of movement during seismic events.