Carlisle Architectural Metals
Labor challenges in the Floridian market
By Emma Peterson. This expert panel of roofing professionals from Florida dived into the labor challenges that contractors have faced so far in 2025. At the beginning of June, The Coffee Shops™ crew got the chance to enjoy some of the Florida sunshine as they attended the 2025 Florida ...
METALCON sessions address building with weather events in mind
Brian Partyka, vice president of development at Carlisle, and Erla Dögg Ingjaldsdóttir and Tryggvi Thorsteinsson, principals and co-founders of Minarc, will present on fire and weather-resistant metal construction. Whether or not you believe the number of disastrous weather events are increasing or worsening, you must acknowledge the importance of improving building ...
A growing sector: Metal roofing
By Emma Peterson. Brian McLaughlin shares insights on the exponential growth of the metal roofing market over the last 15 years. Recently, the metal roofing industry has experienced rapid growth. In this MetalTalk, Karen Edwards sits down with Carlisle Architectural Metals (CAM) Director of Associations, Brian McLaughlin, to talk about ...
Growing soccer scene scores with metal panels
By Dani Sheehan. With a mean age of just more than 23 years, this college town needed to meet the demands of increasing interest in recreational practice and playing spaces. Auburn, Alabama, is a city on the rise. With its population nearly doubling since 2000 and a strong demand for recreational facilities ...
Brewing up bold design
By Dani Sheehan. Contractors can leverage metal wall systems to expand their service offerings and meet the increasing demand for high-performance exterior solutions. The new headquarters and production facility of Omega Yeast, a fast-growing yeast producer in Chicago, features metal wall panels that give the building a sleek, modern aesthetic while delivering ...
Calculating the R-value of insulation
By Drexel Metals. Having a high R-value is critical in determining a material’s insulation capabilities, a necessity for optimizing energy efficiency. Industry experts break down the calculation process of a building material’s R-value. In building for a greener, more energy efficient tomorrow, it’s vital to take into consideration the accurate ...
Nailing it
By Anna Lockhart. Industry expert explains the importance of wooden nailers, their design functions and how to choose the right alternatives. In an episode of the Roofing Road Trips® podcast, host Karen Edwards sat down with Eric Younkin, leader of the product and engineered services team for Carlisle ...
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 nailers 101
By Emma Peterson. This product is not a nail gun and isn't always made of wood, so what is it? In today’s industry, there are a wide variety of materials available, from the more traditional wood to metals and metal composites. In this new episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sat ...
Metal Construction Association announces 2025 Board and Executive Committee
The MCA looks forward to a productive year under its new leadership and is committed to advancing the industry through collaboration and innovation. The Metal Construction Association (MCA) is proud to announce the results of its 2025 board of directors and executive committee elections, held during the 2025 MCA Winter Meeting ...
