Author Archives: Sharon Thatcher

Nominations now accepted for WoodWorks’ U.S. Wood Design Awards

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

WoodWorks, an educational initiative providing free technical support and resources related to the design and construction of non-residential and multi-family wood buildings, is accepting nominations for its 2014 U.S. Wood Design Awards. The awards celebrate excellence and innovation across eight … Read more »

Posted in Construction Industry News, Horse Barn Products, Horse Barns, In the Industry, Industry Honors, Low Rise Construction, Post Frame, Post Frame News, Post Frame Products, Post-Frame Technique, Products, Rural Builder Magazine | Tagged natural wood buildings, U.S. Wood Design Awards, wood building design, woodworks | Leave a comment

Installation of propane-fueled appliances in homes qualify for federal tax credits

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

When the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 was passed earlier this year, contractors and homeowners were rewarded for energy-efficient construction and high-efficiency appliances through renewed and revised federal tax incentives. Propane-fueled appliances are an ideal solution to help builders … Read more »

Posted in Construction Industry News, Energy Efficiency, Green Building, Green Products, Low Rise Construction, Products, Rural Builder Magazine, Supplier News | Tagged PERC, Propane Education & Research Council, tax credits for fuel efficiency | Leave a comment

Market confidence builds for newly-built single-family homes

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

The National Association of Home Builders is reporting that confidence in the market for newly-built single-family homes hit a significant milestone in June, surging eight points to a reading of 52 on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market … Read more »

Posted in Business and Management, Construction Industry News, In the Industry, Industry Experts, Metal Roofing Magazine, Rural Builder Magazine | Tagged confidence indicators, housing market index, national association of home builders | Leave a comment

Speakers for 2014 Frame Building Expo sought, deadline June 19

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

It’s not too late! Submit a proposal for 2014 Expo! Deadline June 19 DOWNLOAD PROPOSAL FORM — Proposals deadline extended to June 19 You are invited to share your expertise and experience with your peers by submitting a proposal for … Read more »

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Sno Gem has new national sales manager

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

Crystal Lake native Terry “Alan” Mercer is promoted by McHenry-based Corporation On Monday, June 3rd 2013, Sno Gem, Inc., a McHenry-based corporation that is a world-renowned leader in the manufacturing and distribution of cutting-edge snow retention systems for all types … Read more »

Posted in Business and Management, Commercial/Institutional, Construction Industry News, In the Industry, Metal Roofing, Metal Roofing Magazine, Metal Roofing News, Products, Residential, Rural Builder Magazine, Supplier News | Tagged Sno Gem, snow retention, Terry Alan Mercer | Leave a comment

AkzoNobel develops solution for aluminum applications, meets AAMA 2604 specifications

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

AkzoNobel – the largest global paints and coatings company and a major producer of specialty chemicals – has announced the availability of a new silicone-modified polyester coating solution for aluminum. Designed for spray application to aluminum, CERAM-A-STAR E is a … Read more »

Posted in Construction Industry News, Doors & Windows, Industry Experts, Metal Builder, Metal building systems, Metal Buildings, New Products, Supplier News, Vertical Panels | Tagged AkzoNobel, architectural aluminum market, coatings, Facades engineering, paints | Leave a comment

“the idea book” by Metal Roofing Magazine available digitally for free viewing!

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

  Metal Roofing Magazine recently published its 9th annual edition of “the idea book” which was mailed to subscribers of the magazine. This year we’re adding a new twist: a new way of viewing the popular magazine: digitally! And like … Read more »

Posted in Commercial/Institutional, Construction Industry News, Idea Book, Metal Roofing, Metal Roofing Magazine, Reroofing, Residential, Solar | Tagged metal roofing ideas, metal roofing magazine, metal roofing projects, the idea book | Leave a comment

There’s more to plane hangar doors than what you may realize

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher
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- By Sharon Thatcher, Rural Builder magazine – Many people who fly for a hobby would like to take their planes home with them, and increasingly they are. Whether they’re building a personal hangar on a rural piece of property, … Read more »

Posted in Doors & Windows, Featured News, Low Rise Construction, Metal Builder, Metal Buildings, Post Frame, Products, RB May 2013, Rural Builder Magazine | Tagged Cool-Air, FoldTite, hangar doors | Leave a comment

Hangar door tips for builders
: Some pointers for proper installation of 
plane hangar doors

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

- By Sharon Thatcher, Rural Builder magazine – Ag and aviation doors are not created equally Builders who think that one-size-fits-all for both markets would be making a mistake. David Coolman, owner of Cool-Air/FoldTite Systems, offers pointers on how to properly … Read more »

Posted in Low Rise Construction, Metal Builder, Metal Buildings, Post Frame, Post Frame Products, RB May 2013, Rural Builder Magazine | Tagged Cool-Air, FoldTite Systems, hangar doors | Leave a comment

Storage for corrosive conditions: Tension fabric popular for buildings needed for harsh environments

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

By Sharon Thatcher, Rural Builder magazine – A popular choice by municipalities for the storage of salt and similar materials is tension fabric. The reason simply comes down to the harsh interior environments that a good fabric can handle. “In … Read more »

Posted in Construction Industry News, Low Rise Construction, Post Frame, Post Frame News, Post Frame Products, Post-Frame Technique, Products, RB May 2013, Rural Builder Magazine | Tagged legacy buildings, ODOT, Oklahoma Department of Transportation, tension fabric | Leave a comment