The Spring Street Commercial Center project in Posa Robles, Calif., consists of two separate free-standing commercial buildings on a single lot for two different end-users.
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Will Los Angeles see a Surge of Inexperienced Construction Workers After the Forest Fires to Meet Demand?
(03/19/2025)
Los Angeles could soon see an influx of inexperienced workers entering the construction industry, creating potential concerns for project efficiency, workplace safety, and legal accountability.
This Month’s Features
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...
Engineering Access: Designing Structural Openings in Metal Buildings For High-Traffic Use
Openings should meet the key needs of the space while minimizing obstructions and other hurdles to entry or exit from the metal building.