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Claddings are the first line of defense in a rainscreen assembly to keep water out of the building envelope. Metal construction specifiers, designers, and installers regularly have questions about rainscreen and cladding. Including: Are all claddings the same? Do I…

One of the primary elements of corporate responsibility is ESG (Environment, Social and Governance). ESG policies drive companies not only to reduce greenhouse gases and carbon footprints, but also to reduce waste in all aspects of their businesses, and to…

Returning triumphantly to the METALCON Keynote stage, Dr. Melissa Furman continues to captivate and inspire, building on the phenomenal success of her 2022 session, “From Employee to Manager: Transitioning to a Management Role,” which has garnered over 41,000 views on…

This course is focused on considerations when choosing the right standing seam metal roof system for your project, practical installation techniques and overall best practices. We will cover proper material choices based on geographic location, slope limitations of panel profiles,…

Metal construction creates unique acoustic challenges, especially for large spaces with tall ceilings. This session will describe the history of acoustics and metal buildings – how they each developed and how they combine in the present day. We’ll dive into…

Attendees will embark on a transformative exploration of sustainable practices within the metal construction industry. Led by industry expert Jared Hamburger, this session explores the critical intersection of metal construction, environmental responsibility, and long-term resilience. Participants can expect an in-depth…

Has the Federal Reserve successfully engineered a soft landing? Or, is the confluence of geopolitical conflict, a presidential election, rising consumer debt levels, and still high-interest rates conspiring to produce economic downturn in 2025? It is difficult to know whether…

Technology advancement is affecting the way we do everything, from Artificial Intelligence helping us write proposals to smart watches that can monitor your pulse, and everything in between. The metal and construction industries are no exception. Technology and AI are…

Our nation’s buildings are aging. Modernization of those aging buildings can preserve and protect them while also maintaining historical integrity and accuracy. Metal roofs and walls can offer the benefits of low weight, flexibility, energy efficiency, wind resistance, fire safety,…

Are you unclear on HOW and WHEN to integrate artificial intelligence into business and project execution functions at your architecture or engineering firm? You’re not alone! No recent technology has come with as much promise, risk, and rapid evolution as…