“Show us our snow guards” contest returns for third year
by anthony_capkun_2 | 9 June 2026 9:40 pm
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Rocky Mountain Snow Guards[2] and S-5![3] have united to sponsor this year’s edition of the “Show us our snow guards[4]” contest.
Now in its third year, the contest invites roofing contractors across the nation to submit their snow retention projects for a chance to win cash prizes totaling $6,000.
“Every year this contest shines a spotlight on more stunning projects,” said Brian Cross, sales and operations/partner with Rocky Mountain Snow Guards Inc. “By including S-5! in the ‘Show us our snow guards’ contest, we are opening up the possibilities for even more roofing contractors to enter their outstanding projects.”
There is no fee to enter. Download, complete, and email the contest entry form along with at least three high-resolution photos of a project featuring Rocky Mountain Snow Guards or S-5! ColorGard 2.0 products.
“We’re eager to see how our ColorGard 2.0 system is being skillfully installed on metal roofs across the country!” said S-5!’s director of marketing Jessica Haddock. “Along with the cash prizes, we plan to truly highlight the winners with great publicity for their companies and projects!”
Roofing contractors may enter as many of their projects as they wish, but must fill out a separate form for each entry.
Projects will be judged based on the usage of products in each category, the quality of photography supplied with entries, the skill displayed in the installation of the product(s), and the completeness of the entry submission.
Four prize categories are open to projects completed within the past five years, each with a $1,500 cash prize. The contest runs[5] until July 31, 2026. Winners will be announced on August 13, 2026.
American Buildings’ Authorized Builders showcase metal building expertise
by anthony_capkun_2 | 9 June 2026 5:30 pm
[1]Rock Lititz POD 1B Clair Global (Lititz, Pa.)
From commercial and industrial facilities to highly customized projects, metal building systems continue to serve an increasingly diverse range of applications. The winners of American Buildings’[2] 2026 Excellence in Design Awards demonstrate how the company’s Authorized Builders are applying creativity and expertise to meet a wide range of project requirements.
“The awarded projects represent both aesthetic appeal and practical utility, featuring the adaptability of metal buildings in today’s competitive and dynamic construction industry,” said Carlie Smith, marketing director for Nucor Buildings Group. “Our builders consistently deliver sophisticated and inventive solutions using our building systems.”
[3]Papillion Sanitation (Bellevue, Neb.)
Awards were granted across several categories. First place category winners were subsequently nominated for consideration as the overall 2026 Building of the Year (Gold), 1st runner-up (Silver), and 2nd runner-up (Bronze).
Building of the Year
Gold (1st place): Rock Lititz[4] POD 1B Clair Global, Lititz, Pa.
• Builder: E.H. Beiler Industrial Services LLC
Nucor[25] brand American Buildings[26] is a supplier of custom-engineered metal building systems. It organizes the Excellence in Design program every year for all of its Authorized Builders. This year, judges reviewed around 100 submissions.
First place ATAS projects showcase metal at its best
by anthony_capkun_2 | 9 June 2026 1:49 pm
[1]First Place in Commercial Roofs, 2025 ATAS Project of the Year
ATAS International[2]—a manufacturer of metal roofing, wall cladding, ceilings, perimeter edge metal, and accessories—announced the first place winners of its 2025 Project of the Year competition.
“Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 ATAS Project of the Year Awards,” said Jim Bush, vice president of sales and marketing. “These outstanding projects reflect the innovation and craftsmanship that continue to advance our industry.”
Plant Hall Music Room[3] in Tampa, Fla. (opening photo), received first place under the Commercial Roofs category. Stainless steel Field-Lok panels with a 1.5-in. seam height were installed on this project. Project participants included Rowe Architects[4], Quality Roofing Inc.[5] (metal roof panels installer), and Spec Building Materials[6] (distributor).
[7]First Place in Commercial Walls, 2025 ATAS Project of the Year
Brookley Flats[8] in Boston, Mass., took first place in the Commercial Walls category, where Rigid Wall II panels in .040 aluminum were used to clad these affordable condominiums in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood. Six colors were used to create the unique design. The building was designed by JGE Architecture & Design[9]. Longarone Exteriors[10] was the installer, and the panels were purchased through Kamco Supply[11].
[12]First Place in Residential Roofs, 2025 ATAS Project of the Year
A private residence in Margate City, N.J., scored first in the Residential Roofs category, where .040 aluminum standing seam metal panels were installed. The house was designed by TJC Architect[13] while Leeds Builders[14] acted as the general contractor. The panels were installed by D&A Home Improvement, and the distributor was ABC Supply Company[15].
[16]First Place in Residential Walls, 2025 ATAS Project of the Year
Under the Residential Walls category, a private residence in Harsens Island, Mich., took first place. DesignTeam Plus Inc.[17] designed this custom home, which features .032 aluminum Opaline panels in Classic Bronze. The panels were purchased through Core Supply[18].
[19]First Place in Accents, 2025 ATAS Project of the Year
The International Dark Sky Discovery Center[20] in Fountain Hills, Az. (opening January 2027), took first in the Accents category. Swaback Architects & Planners[21] designed a dome manufactured from luned and curved .040 aluminum panels in a custom color. Global Roofing Group[22] installed the panels, and McCarthy Building Company[23] served as GC on the project.
[24]First Place in Sustainable, 2025 ATAS Project of the Year
Taking first place in the Sustainable category is the TransEdge[25] modification center in Allentown, Pa. Isoleren ML steel-faced insulated metal panels in Charcoal Gray, and SterraCore aluminum composite material panels in Brite Red and Dove Gray, were installed by Schlosser Steel Buildings[26]. MKSD Architects[27] was the architect for the project, and Boyle Construction[28] was the GC.
[29]First Place in Interiors, 2025 ATAS Project of the Year
Ewing Town Center in Ewing, N.J., won first place in the Interiors category. City Interiors[30] installed Lineair Linear ceiling panels in the Birch woodgrain finish. FM Construction Group[31] was the general contractor, and the distributor was Fantin Supply House[32].
“The diversity and creative application of metal panels highlights the durability, aesthetics, and adaptability that metal contributes to today’s architectural design and construction,” Bush added.
Windsor America grows Louisiana footprint with Acadiana Garage Doors
by anthony_capkun_2 | 9 June 2026 9:58 am
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Windsor America[2]—an investment organization with a portfolio of businesses in the garage door industry—has expanded its presence in Louisiana through a partnership with Acadiana Garage Doors.
“Over the last several months, we’ve had the opportunity to get to know Ty Greneaux and the Acadiana team,” said Windsor CEO Hans Wright. “What impressed us most wasn’t their market share or financial performance. It was their character.”
Founded in 1986, Acadiana is a residential and commercial overhead door company specializing in custom design, installation, replacement, repair, and maintenance services throughout South Louisiana.
The partnership with Windsor provides Acadiana with additional operational resources, expanded purchasing power, and access to a broader range of products and services while maintaining the same local leadership team and culture.
As part of the partnership, Acadiana owner Ty Greneaux will remain engaged in the business’s expansion throughout Louisiana. He will also join Windsor America’s executive leadership team as president of service and replacement, helping scale service operations and best practices across the broader organization.
“Joining Windsor America allows us to continue serving our customers with the same local team and culture they’ve come to trust while expanding what we’re able to provide in the years ahead,” said Greneaux.
Acadiana Garage Doors joins Windsor America’s[3] portfolio of businesses in the garage door industry, which includes Windsor Door, Garage Door Services, Lodi Door, Jacobs Overhead Door, Eco Garage Door Services, and Secure Door Shield.
Kansas needs skilled manufacturing workers. Bradbury aims to help.
by anthony_capkun_2 | 8 June 2026 3:53 pm
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This fall, the Bradbury School of Manufacturing and Innovation[2] (BSMI) is set to launch at Central Christian College of Kansas (CCCK[3]) in McPherson, tackling the demand for skilled manufacturing workers in the state.
BSMI will prepare students for high-skill careers in modern manufacturing through hands-on training, industry-aligned instruction, and stackable credentials that lead from technical foundations to leadership-level preparation, says the college.
According to The Bradbury Group[4]—a manufacturer of automated coil processing and rollforming systems—Kansas continues to grow as a manufacturing hub, with increasing demand for skilled workers every year. BSMI is being developed specifically to address this need.
BSMI[5] students will gain experience in a range of areas, including:
Automation and robotics
Mechatronics
Manual machining
Production systems
Precision machining and CNC technology
Process optimization
Further, the school will offer multiple entry and exit points for students at different stages of their journey, including:
Industry-recognized certificates
Associate’s degree in Manufacturing Technology
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Technology
“We have designed the program alongside industry leaders to ensure that students are being equipped to hit the ground running as they enter the workforce,” said program director Kash Farney.
Farney says the key strength of the program[6] is its close partnership with industry leaders from across the nation. BSMI is made possible through a partnership with the Bradbury Family Foundation.
“While BSMI will directly benefit students and the Bradbury legacy, its impact will extend far beyond campus. By developing a stronger, more skilled workforce, the program will support manufacturers across Kansas and contribute to the state’s economic growth,” Farney added.
Roc Hughes tapped to lead SBS Construction’s eastern expansion
by anthony_capkun_2 | 3 June 2026 2:24 pm
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Self-storage construction specialist SBS Construction[2] is expanding into the southeastern United States and has appointed Roc Hughes to lead SBS Construction East as president.
“Our expansion into the southeastern United States marks a major milestone for SBS Construction,” said SBS Construction president Clyde Johnson IV. “Attracting a leader of Roc’s caliber is a testament to the reputation our team has built through years of commitment, professionalism, and execution.”
Established in 1995, Select Building Systems Inc. (SBS) is a self-storage construction firm based in Boerne, Texas.
Hughes joins SBS from Janus International where he served as vice president of self-storage sales. Based in the Atlanta, Ga., area, he will lead SBS’s geographic expansion and business diversification beyond its Texas market.
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