Metal composite materials (MCM) have redefined the scope of cladding through lightweight versatility. Easy to fabricate and install, with an almost limitless color palette, MCM has inspired new aesthetics and pushed designers to challenge...
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Gilbert Place, Blacksburg, Va.
(08/22/2024)
A combination of exterior cladding materials including metal wall panels met a variety of project goals for Gilbert Place, a mixed-use building.
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
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