Metal Roofing
Copper is more than third place
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the beauty, durability and versatility of copper as a roofing material. In 2024, Rocky Mountain Snow Guards noted an annual growth of 20% per year for copper snow retention products in the last decade. This increase in sales for copper reflects a larger rise in the market ...
Innovations revolutionizing sheet metal manufacturing
By Staffan Åkervall, CIDAN Machinery Group. Learn about the cutting-edge features that are transforming the sheet metal industry. CIDAN Machinery Group’s Thalmann TD double folder is the future of metal processing. As the patent is pending, get to know this game changing machine. This machine utilizes cutting-edge technology to make ...
Tariffs, trade and tomorrow: Charting the future of metal construction and design
By Fiona Maguire-O'Shea, METALCON staff writer. As the industry braces for further volatility, the messages conveyed emphasize the need for adaptability, vigilance and collaboration. Navigating a turbulent economic landscape has become the order of the day for the metal construction industry. In a recent webinar hosted by METALCON Online, industry leaders came ...
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of the community’s safety network, and just as we adapt to new technologies as society evolves, buildings can become outdated ...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 ...
