Taking to the Air
(11/13/2023)
Metal ceiling systems provide acoustic control and ease of installation.
Tag: metal construction news
Harnessing the Sun’s Power
(11/10/2023)
Why one metal manufacturer is getting an ROI by helping to conserve energy.
Fire Protection Innovation in Metal Building
(11/08/2023)
The following are the details MBMA developed for a head-of-wall continuity joint system between a fire barrier and an unrated roof assembly.
Lean into Learning
(10/27/2023)
Leadership, education, and research—all key to the metal building industry.
Ready for My Closeout
(10/22/2023)
Project closeout is the final stage of the construction process. In this stage, a building project is turned over to the owner(s) while the contractor wraps up the project. MCN sat down with Keith...
Stand and Deliver
(10/20/2023)
Standing seam panels and curved applications offer choice—and fewer construction headaches.
This Month’s Features
How Building Codes Are Shaping the Future of Metal Roofing
Metal roofing components are increasingly recognized for their aesthetic and structural benefits and their vital role in protecting buildings against wind, rain, hail, fire,...
Breathe New Life into Old Metal Buildings
Back in the 1970s and 1980s, entrepreneurs built their dreams under roofs that offered little more than “shade and shelter.” Metal buildings were the...
Skilled Trades Easing the Transition from Military to Civilian Life
According to a study produced by the Wounded Warrior Project, 40 percent of veterans struggle to find full-time employment after their contract ends, and...
How Building Codes Affect the Cost of Your Metal Building
While design complexity is the most tangible driver of overall metal building project costs, the fine print of building codes could significantly impact a...