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Education & Learning
Training for success: The importance of training opportunities for the entire team
By Anna Lockhart. Success starts with providing your entire team with learning and growth opportunities! Don’t miss out on this exclusive webinar detailing where to find valuable training and educational resources. In an upcoming Affinity Webinar, “Training for Success,” join industry experts John Kenney, Heidi J. Ellsworth and Karen ...
Building the ultimate metal tool collection
By Anna Lockhart. Metal contractors need quality, reliable tools in order to get the job done. The experts share their top seven must-have metal roofing tools in this upcoming MetalTalk™. Metal experts won’t want to miss the upcoming MetalTalk™, “The Seven Metal Roofing Tools,” featuring host Karen Edwards as ...
Everything you need to know about roof decks
By Anna Lockhart. Check out this informative video detailing the importance of roof decks and how to choose the right product for your project needs. As one of the leading metal deck suppliers in the country, A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply is known for being a valuable source for ...
MBMA Releases CEU Course: ‘Evaluating Metal Building Systems Using COMcheckTM’
MBMA releases new continuing education course to provide design options for metal building systems. The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) released its latest continuing education course titled “Evaluating Metal Building Systems Using COMcheck™.” This new course, produced in partnership with the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Architectural Record magazine, is ...
Everything you need to know about ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1
By Metal-Era. Find out the answers to the most common questions the metal professionals receive regarding the test standards for edge systems. As the largest manufacturer of edge metal systems in all of North America, Metal-Era customers often submit questions regarding the industry, products and other related topics. ...
Celebrating the tin-niversary of the Student Competition
By Lauren White. Five teams presented during the 10th anniversary of the Construction Management Student Competition. Day 2 of the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2024 and we're starting the day with one of our favorite events, the Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition, which is celebrating it's tenth anniversary (the year ...
Busting myths about edge system testing standards
By Metal-Era and Hickman Edge Systems. There are many myths about the ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 test standards floating around the community, and it’s time to put them to rest! ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 refers to the test standard for edge systems in low slope-roofing. Testing standards are incredibly important to ensuring that a ...
Get ahead of metal industry trends in 2024!
By Anna Lockhart. Are you looking to invest in new metal fabrication equipment this year? The metal machinery experts share their latest insights into upcoming industry trends in the latest MetalTalk™! Tune in to the upcoming MetalTalk™ on February 21 titled, “New Fabrication Technology for 2024.” This special webinar ...
MCA teaming up with Roof Hugger, McElroy Metal for IRE presentation
A lifetime of metal construction expertise takes center stage at IRE. Experts from Roof Hugger and McElroy Metal will be presenting “Retrofit with Metal Systems” on the opening day and the last day of the International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas. DJ Highnote of Roof Hugger and Charlie Smith of McElroy Metal ...
Understanding the complexities of single skin metal: Fabrication
By Metal Construction Association. When using single skin metal for the exterior of buildings, it is crucial to understand the fabrication process to ensure the best performance. Single skin metal, also known as single-skin metal cladding or single skin metal plates, is often chosen for industrial and commercial ...
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