Metalmag: Metal Buildings

Honorable Mention: Residential

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 12:56:25 EST

Worship Center, Lancaster, Pa.

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:23:10 EST

Vulcraft of New York Inc., part of the Charlotte, N.C.-based Nucor Corp., supplied approximately 160 tons of joist and girders.

Ultimate Storage, Fayetteville, N.C.

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:22:09 EST

The lower two floors were constructed with a load-bearing stud-wall system using 16-gauge galvanized steel studs sheathed with horizontally installed Betco 236R galvanized steel panels from Betco Inc.

Playing With Metal

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:26:39 EST

Metal was used functionally and creatively throughout the D-Gallery project, from the gallery's steel frame structure, lead-coated copper roof and aluminum rainscreen cladding to interior elements.

Steeling The Show

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:29:05 EST

About 13,200 tons of structural steel allow a 160-meter tall, 35-story mixed-use building to hold a gravity-defying 18-degree lean and earn a Guinness World Record.

Steel City

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:28:16 EST

The technology and processes behind making steel have changed in the past years to become increasingly more efficient for this vital construction material.

Building Smarter Homes

Tue, 6 Oct 2009 04:48:21 EST

A Start-up Uses Steel Framing to Build a Desert Retreat

Climate Action Program Launched

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 04:02:41 EST

The Brussels-based World Steel Association has launched its Climate Action recognition program.

Steel Industry to Open Doors

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 03:02:13 EST

On Sept. 18, architects, engineers, contractors and others involved in the architecture/engineering/construction community will have the opportunity to visit steel fabricators, mills, service centers

Summary Sheets Updated

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 03:03:16 EST

The Madison, Wis.-based Structural Building Components Association’s Cold-Formed Steel Council has updated its CFSB1, CFSB2 and CFSB3 summary sheets to cover handling, installing, restraining and brac

Framing System Eliminates Excessive Material Use

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 01:32:44 EST

The HDS Framing System by Dietrich Metal Framing is a multipurpose, heavy-duty stud for headers, jambs, posts, and built-up tube truss chords and webs.

Berger Hired as Manager

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:31:28 EST

The Washington, D.C.-based Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute, the technical arm of the Washington-based Steel Framing Alliance, has hired Brian Berger as its full-time manager.

Cape House/ Mckinleyville, CA

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 02:24:22 EST

This northern California house was designed and built by Joshua Moore of Red Co., Arcata, Calif. At 2,000 square feet (186 m2), the house was constructed for only $189,000.

Upcoming Events

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 05:09:40 EST

Peruse upcoming events in the metal-building industry

Company Reduces Diesel Consumption

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 05:09:01 EST

Aegis Metal Framing has reduced its diesel consumption by receiving material via barge shipment.

Accreditation Program Is Formed for Metal Buildings

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:00:47 EST

The International Accreditation Service Inc., Whittier, Calif., has approved accreditation criteria for Inspection Programs for Manufacturers of Metal Building Systems, or AC472. The Metal Building Manufacturers Association, Cleveland, has endorsed the comprehensive program, which is based on the requirements of Chapter 17 of the International Building Code.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Framing Basics Illustrated

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:33:31 EST

This guide does what idiot’s guides do best: it makes a seemingly complicated topic very approachable and easy to understand. More than 300 step-by-step photos and detailed line drawings take the guesswork out of framing projects, from building unfinished basements to adding a closet to an existing room or participating in open-air framing of new homes.

Quiet Reflection - metalmag Architectural Awards Winner: Metal Building

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:33:02 EST

The North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh uses metal framing and panels to provide a nearly transparent shelter.

Steel Framing Ideal for Rebuilding Gulf Coast

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:05:31 EST

Reconstruction in the Gulf Coast region after the 2005 hurricane season is slow but has provided an opportunity to educate builders and others about steel framing.

Steel Framing

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 05:11:58 EST

Steel framing provides quality at a smart price.