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Englert unveils major solar PV rooftop powering manufacturing, corporate headquarters
Englert Inc. announced a new roof-integrated photovoltaic (PV) system on its New Jersey field service center in Perth Amboy is up and running and generating thousands of kilowatt hours of electricity powering the company’s roll forming and slitting operations as … Read more »
Modified grain bins from Sukup Mfg Co providing unique homes to Haitians
Grain bins supplied by Sukup Manufacturing Co. are being distributed by a global relief organization to serve as uniquely modified homes for displaced families in Haiti. The modified grain bins, called Safe T Homes, are being distributed by Global Compassion … Read more »
Posted in Construction Industry News, Energy Efficiency, Featured News, Green Building, Green Products, Green Projects, Low Rise Construction, Metal Builder, Metal building systems, Metal Buildings, Products, Rural Builder Green, Rural Builder Magazine, Supplier News, Sustainability | Tagged Global Compassion Network, grain bins, metal building, Safe T Home, Sukup Manufacturing, Village of Hope | Leave a comment
Petersen metal roof panels highlight design of fine arts academy building
Described as “a work of art” itself, the new McCallum Fine Arts Academy building in Austin, Texas, presents a dramatic environment in which students from across the Austin Independent School District pursue an accelerated, comprehensive arts curriculum. By creating a … Read more »
METALCON offers green programs, exhibits
METALCON International, which takes place October 9-11 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, Ill., offers a number of programs focused on metal’s role in sustainable design. It is the only annual trade show and conference focused on the … Read more »
Posted in Construction Industry News, Energy Efficiency, Events, Green Building, Green Products, Green Projects, Metal Builder, Metal Roofing, Metal Roofing Magazine, Metal Roofing News, Metalcon, MR October/November 2012, Recyclable, Renewable, Sustainability | Tagged green, METALCON 2012, sustainable, trade show | Leave a comment
NCI to host seminar for building design and development engineers
NCI Building Systems will host a two-day conference in Houston to unveil the latest research on metal construction design issues. The annual event will take place October 4-5, 2012 at the Lone Star College Conference Center (20515 SH 249, Houston, … Read more »
Fort Hood religious facility gets new roof from Petersen Aluminum
The new Chapel Complex & Religious Education Facility at Fort Hood, Texas provides non-denominational space for religious and community activities. The 42,000 square foot facility has received LEED Gold certification. The $27 million campus is a two-phase design/build project that … Read more »
Standing seam roof helps senior center achieve USGBC silver certification
Named for a local couple who have championed senior issues, the Charles and Rae Kane Center in Stuart, Fla., is situated on a nine-acre wooded campus in a primarily residential area. With an elevation designed in the traditional Florida vernacular, … Read more »
ATAS course approved by Green Building Certification Institute
The ATAS International course “Energy Efficient Building Envelope Technology” has been approved by the Green Building Certification Institute. The course is designed for green building professionals in any construction field to enhance their sustainable building knowledge. The course is worth … Read more »
Posted in Commercial/Institutional, Energy Efficiency, Green Building, Green Products, Green Projects, Industry Experts, Metal Builder, Metal Roofing, Metal Roofing Magazine, Metal Roofing News, Recyclable, Renewable, Reroofing, Residential, Roofing Products, Solar, Supplier News, Sustainability, Vertical Panels | Tagged architect, ATAS International, Green Building Cerrification Institute | Leave a comment
Metal versatility: Stone-coated shingles provide prefect roof
No other profile would do / A hard-working metal roofing installation crew is always looking for a job it can hang its hat on. This residential project in Northern Illinois … the crew could literally hang its hat on the … Read more »
Metal versatility: Where barrels, steep slopes meet
Minnesota roofer handles details for watertightness and beauty / There’s no business like repeat business! That’s why you care about any job, no matter the size — it could lead to a bigger job. That’s how it worked for Diversified … Read more »
