Metal Roofing
A symbol of safety and strength in the community
By Dani Sheehan. With the inclusion of metal wall panels in this fire station’s redesign, La Crosse is investing in its first responders and public safety. Fire stations are a vital part of the community’s safety network, and just as we adapt to new technologies as society evolves, buildings can become outdated ...
Wood you believe it’s metal?
By Emma Peterson. Meet the siding that brings the benefits of metal with the beauty of traditional board and batten. If you’ve watched any home renovation show in the 2010s, you saw the rise of the modern farmhouse firsthand. If you weren’t watching HGTV or DIY Network, these homes often featured large, ...
Mastering the art of field cutting – Part 2
By AEP Span. Why your exposed metal edges might be safer than you think. In part one of this article series, Mastering the Art of Field Cutting – Part 1, we explored the importance of precise cutting techniques to ensure the durability and aesthetics of metal panels, discussing the risks of improper ...
Ditch the clutter: Seal every job with just one cartridge!
By Dani Sheehan. Cut down on wasted materials, reduce clutter in your truck and work more efficiently with the right repair solutions. You know the struggle: different surfaces mean different sealants, and that means hauling around multiple cartridges for every job. But what if one tube could handle it all? With Geocel, ...
Obtén un curso completo sobre techos metálicos de la MCA
By Metal Construction Association. Este Manual de Instalación de Techo Metálico es una excelente manera de expandir tus conocimientos. Con más de 200 páginas de contenido dividido en 20 capítulos y tres apéndices, el Manual de Instalación de Techo Metálico de la Metal Construction Association (MCA) es el curso ideal ...
Central States launches Board & Batten metal siding nationwide
Hidden fastener panel available in Central States’ most popular colors and beautiful digitally-printed woodgrain options. Central States, Inc. is launching its newest metal panel, Board & Batten, to customers nationwide to meet demand for the popular metal siding product. Central States, the leading manufacturer of metal building products in the U.S. ...
Get your free tube of GEOCEL 4350™!
Attention contractors! Request your FREE tube of GEOCEL 4350™ METAL ROOF & SIDING CONSTRUCTION SEALANT today! This high-performance sealant delivers a strong, long-lasting bond to a variety of surfaces, including coated and bare metals, glass, wood, and more. It stays flexible and can be applied in extreme wet or dry ...
Weighing the roof: Choosing the right retrofit for aging metal roofs
By Jesse Sanchez. As metal roofs age, building owners face critical decisions about repair or replacement — but not all retrofit options are created equal. As commercial and industrial metal roofs approach the end of their lifespan, building owners are confronted with a pivotal choice: should they replace, repair or retrofit the ...
Behind the steel: How design flexibility is redefining metal buildings
By Jesse Sanchez. Custom aesthetics meet function in the evolving world of metal construction. In this episode of MetalCast™, host Karen Edwards sat down with Central States Manufacturing leaders Jennifer Davis and Ahmed Abdelaal who peeled back the layers of what makes today’s pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMBs) more than just utilitarian shells. ...
Building smarter: A revolution in metal construction
By Jesse Sanchez. A new approach to construction design is letting contractors do more with less — faster, smarter and with a sleek digital twist. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Megan Ellsworth sat down with Melissa Dunson to explore how Central States Manufacturing is pushing the envelope far beyond ...
