METALCON, the annual tradeshow and conference devoted to the application of metal in the building envelope, won’t be held until the fall but the organizers opened the year with a glimpse at the future in metal trends including sustainability, aesthetics, and technological advancements.
Metal Trends for 2024: Going for Green, Integrating Tech and Shifting Aesthetics
Topics: Construction, Sustainability
Visit the Green Span Profiles Booth at the International Roofing Expo
Green Span Profiles, a leading manufacturer of American-made insulated metal panels (IMPs), will exhibit at booth #9118 at the upcoming International Roofing Expo (IRE)®.
Topics: Green Span News, Construction
Building Cold Storage: Key Considerations and the Role of Insulated Metal Panels
When it comes to constructing cold storage facilities, meticulous planning and careful consideration of various factors are essential to ensure the preservation of perishable goods.
Topics: Cold Storage, Insulated Metal Panels, Construction, Energy
Mastering Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs): A Guide to Sidestepping Common Pitfalls
Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) have become a popular choice in the construction industry for their energy efficiency, durability, and aesthetic appeal. However, like any construction material, the successful implementation of IMPs requires careful consideration and awareness of potential pitfalls.
Topics: Insulated Metal Panels, Construction
Embracing "Made in the USA": The Resurgence of American Manufacturing and the Green Span Profiles Advantage
In the wake of the global challenges brought about by the pandemic, including worldwide supply chain problems, there has been a noticeable shift in consumer preferences and corporate strategies.
The once-familiar tagline, "Made in the USA," has experienced a renaissance, with both businesses and...
Topics: Insulated Metal Panels, Construction
There are no limits today for insulated metal panels (IMPs) as they have become a design choice across a multitude of industries and market segments.
Traditionally a mainstay of the cold storage market, IMPs are versatile construction materials that have long been recognized for their superior...
Topics: Cold Storage, Construction, Sustainability
Consensus Construction Forecasts Calls for Gains to Continue Into 2024
A panel of leading economic forecasters is projecting that the strong nonresidential building momentum of 2023 will continue into 2024, led by the manufacturing sector which has skyrocketed more than 50 percent this year and looks to increase 5+ percent next year.
Topics: Construction
Extreme Weather Puts Metal Roofing to the Test Across All Regions of the U.S.
When it comes to protecting your home or business from extreme weather conditions, your roof is your first line of defense.
More and more builders are opting for metal roofing – with its ability to withstand fire, strong winds, hail, snow, and flying debris – to safeguard their loved ones and...
Topics: Insulated Metal Panels, Metal Roofing, Construction
Fire Resistant and Impact Resistant Building Materials: Protecting Structures in an Era of Extreme Weather
Using building materials that are fire-resistant and impact-resistant has always been a priority in construction, but that need was driven home during the devastating wildfires in Hawaii this summer.
“When an inferno tore through Lahaina on the island of Maui, it reduced a historic and charming...
Topics: Product Testing, Safety, Metal Roofing, Construction
Design Considerations for Horizontal Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) in Multi-Story Construction
Modern architecture and construction are tasked with finding solutions, such as horizontal insulated metal panels (IMPs), that combine the best of aesthetics and performance.
These single-component, complete exterior wall systems are visually appealing while delivering a range of building envelope...
Topics: Insulated Metal Panels, Construction