August 30, 2016 - Weekly News Update
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Industry News
AppliCad Offers New Roof Wizard Software Templates
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 Jupiter, FL - AppliCad USA has announced important new template options for metal roof reports generated through its industry-leading Roof Wizard roof estimating software. These new options include Supplier Orders and Section Cutting Lists. More
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Featured Project - Umicore Building Products USA
Zinc Panels Contribute To Sustainability Of Library
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Baton Rouge, LA - Dubbed the "library in the park," the East Baton Rouge Parish Main Library in Baton Rouge utilized VMZINC® panels to create a modern aesthetic and sustainable design. A total of 40,000 square feet of standing seam, interlock and flat lock zinc panels were an integral material of the building's canopies and roof. More
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Columnist - Jeff Alexander
Painted Metal Adds To Strength & Splendor Of Stadiums
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 "Metal panels are a common building component in athletic arenas across the globe," writes Jeff Alexander of Valspar Corporation in his newest column on DesignandBuildwithMetal.com. "From exterior façades to structural beams, nearly every stadium relies on metal materials for aesthetic purposes, strength and durability. That being said, sometimes metal needs a bit of help to resist harsh weather conditions and show off a vivid color or specific aesthetic element. Consequently, often times an architectural coating is added to metal panels." Join Jeff as he discusses stadium projects in China, Brazil and Dallas, Texas. More
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Industry News
Metal Building Systems Video Released By MBMA
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 Cleveland, OH - The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) has released a new video featuring the engineering and manufacturing processes used to design and produce metal building systems. The six-minute video illustrates how the metal building process works, from design concept to manufacturing, delivery and construction. It also features photos and video of cutting-edge projects to inspire architects, engineers and building owners in their building efforts. More
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Industry News
Contestants Needed For METALCON Roofing Games
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 Chicago, IL - Contestants are encouraged to register for the 2016 METALCON MCA Roofing Championship Games, which will be held during METALCON, October 26 and 27 in Baltimore, MD. Each day, 5 teams with 2 contestants each will compete for a minimum $400 cash award in each of the challenges, for a total of $2,000 each day. More
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Featured Project - Valspar
Storage Building's Panels Use New Crinkle Finish
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Columbus, OH - Valspar's WeatherXL ™ product line is one of the most durable and proven SMP coatings on the market, so it's no wonder Paul Gantt of Columbus chose the product for his years-in-the-making storage building project. More
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Industry News
Garland Donates More Than $80K To Cancer Research
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 Cleveland, OH - Last year, three members of Garland's work family were diagnosed with cancer. But they were ready to fight and so was The Garland Company. Employees vowed to make a difference in the name of their colleagues and launched a nationwide fundraiser for Ohio Cancer Research (OCR). More
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August 2016 Architect Edition Ezine
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 DesignandBuildwithMetal's August 2016 Architect Edition ezine is now ready for viewing. You'll find great info on lightning protection, sustainable coatings for metal products, case studies focusing on metal roofing and wall panels, new product announcements and more. The ezine is free to read and requires no login to access! To view, click the link below or the image at the left.
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