TODAY — Join us at 1:00 pm as Industry Expert Bob Zabcik Discusses EPD’s and LCA’s on METALCON Live!

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“Are you using sustainable products?” If your clients and partners aren’t already asking you this question, it’s just a matter of time before they are. While it’s relatively easy to find some type of Environmental Product Definition (EPD) online for most building products, how do you know if they really make your building greener? As it relates to the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of metal products, who is the authority, and how do you communicate the benefits of metal to your clients and partners? Join the webinar today at 1:00 PM and earn 1 FREE AIA LU!

Industry Expert Bob Zabcik Featured on Next Week’s METALCON Live!

METALCON Live! and the MCA Present … EPD’s and LCA’s: We Have Them, Now What?

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“Are you using sustainable products?” If your clients and partners aren’t already asking you this question, it’s just a matter of time before they are. While it’s relatively easy to find some type of Environmental Product Definition (EPD) online for most building products, how do you know if they really make your building greener? As it relates to the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of metal products, who is the authority, and how do you communicate the benefits of metal to your clients and partners?

Magnificent Metal Monday – Metal for Wind Mitigation

McElroy Metal Provides Hurricane-Safe Solution For Municipal Complex’s Roof

One of the myths “demystified” in last week’s METALCON Live! “Metal Building Systems 101” was that metal was not an ideal choice for buildings subjected to harsh climate conditions. In addition to our industry experts explaining why this was not true, an example was highlighted in the recent issue of DesignandBuildwithMetal. The newly completed Municipal Complex located in the Town of Surf City, North Carolina, selected metal roofing because it was able to meet the high-wind requirements of the coast. The article explained “durability as the main consideration for selecting McElroy Metal’s Maxima standing seam metal roofing.”

Metal Building Myths Debunked

METALCON Live! kicked off its 2022 series yesterday by “bringing it back to the basics.” In their presentation, “Metal Building Systems 101,” industry experts Lee Shoemaker, director of research and engineering for the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA), and Steve Reiners, technical director with Behlen Building Systems, walked the audience through a thorough overview of metal buildings and debunked several myths including why metal buildings are ideal for design flexibility, creativity, and sustainability.

METALCON Congratulates Industry Veteran and ATAS President Dick Bus

As announced by ATAS International and featured in DesignandBuildwithMetal earlier this month, Dick Bus, President of ATAS International, has received an Icon Honors award. The awards, presented on November 4, recognized Greater Lehigh Valley business leaders for their notable success and demonstration of strong leadership both within and outside of their chosen fields. The awards not only celebrate the recipients’ leadership skills, but also their dedication to their community.

MCA Releases New White Paper Series on Metal Roofing and PV Solar Systems

White papers are part of MCA’s Metal University Online Learning

Last month, the Metal Construction Association (MCA) released a three-part white paper series on Metal Roofing & PV Solar Systems Parts 1, 2 & 3. Part one had been published earlier this year; parts two and three were recently added to expand on the original paper and supply additional technical guidance for optimal installation and mounting of photovoltaic (PV) solar systems on metal roofing.

Magnificent Metal Monday – Standing Seam Metal Roof Ideal for Solar

Solar Ready Metal Roofing Project Wins First Place in ATAS International’s 2020 competition for Commercial Roofs Category

Each year, ATAS International, Inc., holds an annual “Project of the Year” competition to recognize projects, large or small, that feature ATAS metal panels. Given last week’s METALCON Live! focus on the solar industry, check out this first-place award winner for the commercial roofs category in ATAS International’s 2020 competition announced in June of this year. The state-of-the-art Riverview Branch Library in Riverview, Florida, features Field-Lok standing seam metal roof panels, manufactured by ATAS in Dove Grey .040 aluminum. The panels, with a 2” seam height and 15-¼” panel width, were mechanically seamed, followed by the installation of photovoltaic panels. The 2” Field-Lok panel is a double-locked structural panel that can meet severe load requirements.

Join us TODAY at 1:00 PM for Solar Expert Webinar on METALCON Live! – REGISTER FOR FREE

This course qualifies for 1 AIA LU.

Join Dan Javan of Suntuity TODAY at 1PM for an eye-opening hour as he shares information on solar in the United States and how “Net Zero” construction will become an even bigger aspect of future construction projects.

During his ten years as CEO of Suntuity, Dan Javan has become an authority on all things solar. In this informative presentation, Dan will provide a brief history of solar in the United States, including the origins of early growth. He will also summarize current government mandates and incentives at both the federal and local levels and offer his thoughts on the current popularity of solar and its forecast for future growth. Dan will discuss why metal roofs are an ideal platform for solar integration and share best practices on leveraging solar as an additional profit center. Finally, as “Net Zero” construction continues to gain momentum, Dan will examine the emergence of the category, the role metal roofs play in “Net Zero” construction and the future considerations for everyone in the construction industry.

Magnificent Metal Monday – Solar and Net Zero

Our next METALCONLive! is happening THIS Wednesday and puts solar and net zero construction in the spotlight. Entrepreneur turned solar expert, Dan Javan, CEO of Suntuity, will speak on the growth of solar and the emergence of net zero construction. While Suntuity has been busy making solar more accessible to the masses, they now have another accomplishment – building their first “Net Zero” structure, a unique, one-of-a-kind home running solely on renewable energy sources. Their “Net Zero Home Project” will operate as a completely self-sustaining LEED Platinum certified home that meets ENERGY STAR® and Department of Energy requirements.

Photo Credit: DesignedBuildwithMetal

Next Week: FREE Webinar on the Growth of Solar and the Emergence of Net Zero Construction

Join Suntuity CEO, Dan Javan, next Wednesday, December 8th at 1:00 PM for an eye opening hour as he shares information on solar in the United States and how Net Zero construction will become an even bigger aspect of future construction projects.

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MCN Reader’s Choice Awards 2021 Announced

Now it’s in 9th year, Metal Construction News (MCN) announced their 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards for top products in the metal construction industry. The top product for this year goes to Milwaukee-based Xena Workwear Inc. for their Omerga EH Safety Boot. The other products selected were incredibly varied and showed no clear pattern of preference. Ranging from insulated metal panels and perforated screens to curtainwalls and louvers, the products identified by MCN’s readers touch on every facet of the metal construction industry and show the breadth of the industry’s building product needs.

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  Omerga EH Safety Boot by Xena Workwear

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  Aluminum Stationary Awnings by Feeney, Inc.

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  TotalClad MW Insulated Metal Panels by CENTRIA

Magnificent Metal Monday – Museum of Tomorrow

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  Credit: Gotca Group

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  Credit: Gotca Group

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  Credit: Gotca Group

As announced last month in METALCON’s inaugural Metal in Architecture design and construction project photo competition, the Gotca Group received the award in the “interior” category for their work done on the Museum of Tomorrow.

Opened in 2015 as a new icon of the modernization of Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro’s harbor, the Museum of Tomorrow was born in the Praça Mauá as a science museum meant to explore, imagine, and conceive all the possibilities for constructing the future. The Museum of Tomorrow, or Museu do Amanhã to locals, serves as an innovative cultural space addressing the future of the planet was designed by renowned Spanish architect, engineer and artist Santiago Calatrava.

Magnificent Metal Monday – Bézier Curve + Zinc = Winning Roof

Photo: Greg Van Riel / Metal Architecture

Another winner in METALCON’s inaugural Metal in Architecture Design photo contest for the “Roofing” category was awarded to Rheinzink for their Bézier Curve House/A-House located in North York, Ontario, Canada.

Happy Halloween

Haunted Buildings with Metal Roofs!

Happy Halloween! After scouring the internet for something metal related to post for Halloween, it was fun to come across this blog posted by our friends at the Metal Construction Association “circa” 2013! Check out this list of their five favorite haunted buildings WITH metal roofs … P l u s an additional entry this blogger couldn’t resist including at the end …

The People Have Spoken … METALCON People’s Choice Top Three Product Winners Announced

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  Rob Haddock, S-5! and Judy Geller, METALCON

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  Heidi Ellsworth, RoofersCoffeeShop and Judy Geller, METALCON

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  Dave Tomchak with Bay Insulation and Judy Geller, METALCON

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  METALCON’s People Choice Top Product Winners at METALCON 2021!

Amidst the buzz and excitement at METALCON this month, show attendees were invited to vote on-site to select the first-ever METALCON People’s Choice Top Three Product winners! Attendees chose from the seven Top Product award winners announced last month (listed below). Of the seven, congratulations to S-5! for their WindClamp2X in the Category of Roofs, RoofersCoffeeShop for their Read, Listen, Watch program in the Category of Technology, and to Bay Insulation Systems for their Bay Runner Insulation System in the Category of Insulation and Weather Barriers. The people have spoken!

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TRIVIA FUN AT METALCON – CHANCE TO WIN PRIZES

Participate in the METALCON Solar Trivia Games!

Given the immense growth solar has had in the rapidly growing energy sector in the U.S. and globally, METALCON will feature a NEW SOLAR EDUCATION CENTER on the show floor next week at our LIVE event in Tampa. The pavilion will feature a variety of companies exhibiting the latest in solar equipment along with a learning center, live demos and TRIVIA! Who doesn’t love a good trivia contest? Pre-register your team today of 3-5 members (or sign up on-site).

The games will take place in the pavilion on Wednesday at 4:00, Thursday at 4:00 with the final match taking place at noon on Friday. Daily prizes will be given out and increase in value as the stakes get higher, culminating in $100 Amazon cards for the members of the winning team.

PRE-REGISTER YOUR TEAM HERE

MRA Calls for Increased Government, Utility Action to Spur Home Efficiency Improvements and Reduce Climate Impacts, Financial Burden on Families

As released by the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), August 18, 2021:

The start of fall season is typically the time to prepare for colder weather, but with a changing climate, many regions are now experiencing hotter weather patterns that stretch far longer into the year, making home air conditioning systems not just a nice to have, but a need to have for families everywhere. That increasing demand is why the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) is calling on federal, state and local governments and utilities to take more action to help incentivize homeowners to make smart, energy efficient decisions when it comes to home building and remodeling practices.

Magnificent Metal Monday – Power of Solar

Last week the New York Times reported, “The Biden administration released a blueprint showing how the nation could move toward producing almost half of its electricity from the sun by 2050 — a potentially big step toward fighting climate change but one that would require vast upgrades to the electric grid.” The Energy Department laid out an ambitious blueprint for solar power to go from 4% to 45%.

Join us next month at METALCON where solar will take center stage with its new S-5! sponsored SOLAR EDUCATION CENTER, a dedicated pavilion to discover how solar and metal go hand-in-hand and to learn how to capitalize on the opportunities it present through a variety of exhibits, educational sessions, live demos, and solar trivia games.

METALCON ANNOUNCES TOP PRODUCTS AWARD WINNERS

Official Press Release issued yesterday, September 8, 2021

Congratulations to winners and METALCON exhibitors: S-5!, ATAS International, Bay Runner Insulation Systems, New Tech Machinery, RoofersCoffeeShop^®! Award winners will showcase their top products with special product recognition at their booths at the upcoming METALCON show in Tampa.  Attendees will be invited to vote on-site and special recognition for the METALCON People’s Choice Top Three award winners will take place on the show floor. METALCON 2021 is less than 30 days away scheduled Wednesday, Oct. 6 – Friday, Oct. 8, at the Tampa Convention Center. Pre-show workshops begin on Tuesday, Oct. 5. REGISTER TODAY!

METALCON is produced by PSMJ Resources, Inc. and sponsored by the Metal Construction Association.

LAST CHANCE TO VOTE FOR METALCON’S TOP PRODUCTS

Nominations are in and now it’s time to cast YOUR vote!  It will take less than 5 minutes to select your favorite top products in each category including accessories, alternative energy, insulation/ weather barriers, roll forming equipment, roofs, technology, and walls. 

CLICK HERE TO VOTE

Winners will be announced on September 7, and top products will be recognized at METALCON 2021.

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METALCON is the only global event dedicated exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction and is back in person and better than ever!
October 6-8 2021 in Tampa, Florida

REGISTER BY THIS FRIDAY FOR EARLY BIRD PRICING!

METALCON is produced by PSMJ Resources and sponsored by the Metal Construction Association.

CHANCE TO WIN $1000 – TODAY IS LAST DAY TO SUBMIT METAL PROJECT PHOTO

Attention architects, designers, contractors, manufacturers and owners — SUBMIT your high-quality photos of your best, coolest, most interesting and inspiring projects that feature metal in the interior or exterior design for a chance to win $1000 and to have your project showcased in the inaugural “Metal in Architecture” Gallery at METALCON. TODAY IS THE FINAL DAY TO SUBMIT!!!

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The Metal in Architecture Gallery can ONLY be seen at METALCON 2021, the only global event dedicated exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction.

Join us in person October 6-8 2021 in Tampa, Florida – REGISTER TODAY!

METALCON is produced by PSMJ Resources and sponsored by the Metal Construction Association.

Magnificent Metal Monday – IMP Spotlight

“Metal Goes to the Movies” as seen in Architect Magazine

State-of-the-art, eight-screen movie theater in Elizabeth City, N.C.; Ceco Building Systems

The unique combination of energy efficiency provided by the insulated wall panels’ superior R-values and the versatile design options of various colors, orientations, and depths led to the selection of insulated metal wall panels for this new $10 million, state-of-the-art 31,820-square-foot movie complex.

FINAL WEEK TO SUBMIT YOUR METAL PROJECT AND TO VOTE FOR METALCON’S TOP PRODUCTS

Attention architects, designers, contractors, manufacturers and owners — SUBMIT your high-quality photos of your best, coolest, most interesting and inspiring projects that feature metal in the interior or exterior design for a chance to win $1000 and to have your project showcased in the inaugural “Metal in Architecture” Gallery at METALCON. SUBMIT BY SEPTEMBER 1 DEADLINE.

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR ENTRY

Nominations are in and now it’s time to cast YOUR vote!  It will take only 5 minutes to select your favorite top products in each category including accessories, alternative energy, insulation/ weather barriers, roll forming equipment, roofs, technology, and walls. Winners will be announced on September 7, and top products will be recognized at METALCON 2021.

CLICK HERE TO VOTE

MCN Project Excellence Awards Seeking Submissions

The 2021 Metal Construction News Project Excellence Awards are celebrating their 35th year. Formerly known as the Building and Roofing Awards, this year they have added a special category for metal craftsmanship and are making the judging criteria more comprehensive to reflect the great work done in the field. Deadline: September  17, 2021. Keep reading for details and a link to submit.

VOTE for Metal’s Top Products

Nominations are in! It’s time to cast YOUR vote for METALCON’s Top Products Award 2021!

METALCON, the metal construction industry’s ONLY global event for metal construction and design products, technologies and solutions, introduces the METALCON Top Products Award! Nominations are in and now it’s time for YOU to cast your vote!  Please select your favorite top products in each category. Exhibitors nominated their top metal products in a variety of categories including accessories, alternative energy, insulation/weather barriers, roll forming equipment, roofs, technology, and walls. It will take only 5 minutes to make sure your voice is heard. Winners will be announced on September 7, and attendees to METALCON 2021 will see the top products at the winning exhibitors’ booths on-site in Tampa. REGISTER to attend the event by August 27 for early bird pricing.

CLICK HERE TO VOTE

METALCON at FRSA ONE ROOF Expo THIS Week

Join FRSA for their 99th Convention & Expo, the largest roofing expo in the country! Starting tomorrow, METALCON will be exhibiting in Booth #1509 at FRSA‘s ONE ROOF at the beautiful Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida, July 21 – 23.

Being touted as the LARGEST roofing expo in the country, FRSA welcomes 240 exhibiting companies showcasing the latest products and services in the industry. The Expo will have daily cash prizes, the Foundation Auction and special events in the Lounge.

Magnificent Metal Monday – METALCON at FRSA ONE ROOF Expo Next Week

Join FRSA for their 99th Convention & Expo, the largest roofing expo in the country!

METALCON looks forward to gathering with FRSA under ONE ROOF next week! Visit METALCON in Booth #1509 at the beautiful Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida, next Wednesday, July 21 – 23.

Being touted as the LARGEST roofing expo in the country, FRSA will proudly welcome 240 exhibiting companies showcasing the latest products and services in the industry next week. The Expo features daily cash prizes, the Foundation Auction and special events in the Lounge.

MCA IMP Alliance Brings Rare Opportunity to METALCON

The Metal Construction Association’s Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) Alliance comprises of leading manufacturers, material suppliers, and resellers who are dedicated to growing and increasing the use of IMP’s in the construction marketplace. Appearing for the FIRST TIME at METALCON 2021, the MCA IMP Alliance will bring together six independent brands of leading insulated metal wall and roof panels in one pavilion. This will be a rare opportunity to see six major brands that produce 85-90% of all IMPs shipped in the US and Canada — together, in one place, at METALCON. Contrary to a commonly held falsehood, IMPs can be successfully used for much more than just exterior walls on buildings; they are also gaining in popularity for their use on roofs.

Learn Why IMP roof panels are being described as tomorrow’s roofing materials TODAY!

Magnificent Metal Monday – Hurricane Resistant Steel Home

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  “Tin Box” Hurricane Resistant Home

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  Photos from EcoSteel

With the start of Hurricane season and the approaching Tropical Storm set to sweep across Florida this week, let’s look at the use of metal in building a hurricane resistant home. According to Architect Magazine, “When designers Holly Zickler and her husband, David Rifkind, a professor of architecture in Miami, FL, built their home in South Miami in 2011, the couple envisioned it as ‘a laboratory for socially and ecologically sustainable construction and planning in South Florida.’” They wanted a hurricane resistant house that was durable enough for the harsh Miami climate while staying different from the city’s traditional art deco style.

Calling all Architects! Discover the Magic of Metal in Architectural Design at METALCON

As demand grows for metal in design, METALCON 2021 will be the place to be for architects to learn more about metal’s beauty, versatility, durability, and sustainability virtually lending itself to limitless applications. Discover the “magic of metal” in architectural design at this year’s show. This “show within a show” is exclusively for architects, designers, specifiers and engineers eager to breathe new life into projects and solve a wide variety of architectural, structural, environmental and performance challenges — all through the use of metal.

METALCON will take place at the Tampa Convention Center in beautiful Tampa, Florida, October 6-8. REGISTER TODAY!