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Solving slippery solar with innovative solutions
By Dani Sheehan. Mother Nature is unpredictable. Be ready with reliable snow retention for solar roofs. We are constantly evolving to incorporate new technologies, but with innovative designs come new challenges. Solar roofs are one such advancement that are quickly gaining popularity, but when it comes to adding rooftop accessories ...
Science by the sea: Charleston’s new learning lab
By Dani Sheehan. With panoramic harbor views and flexible indoor-outdoor spaces, this lab was intentionally designed to harness the therapeutic power of water. In the heart of historic Charleston, South Carolina, innovation, education and environmental stewardship come together in a striking new facility at the South Carolina Aquarium. The recently ...
Rising to meet every challenge
By Watts Removal Products. Check out these seven case studies showcasing how Watts Removal’s Cleansweep® and Crossover® products were critical to success. Those working with metal roofing and siding can face maintenance issues involving cleaning. There are a range of natural and man-made problems that come up, including but not ...
Growing soccer scene scores with metal panels
By Dani Sheehan. With a mean age of just more than 23 years, this college town needed to meet the demands of increasing interest in recreational practice and playing spaces. Auburn, Alabama, is a city on the rise. With its population nearly doubling since 2000 and a strong demand for recreational facilities ...
A new home for the Maryland Terrapin football team
By Metal Construction Association. Learn how this project used Kingspan’s BENCHMARK Designwall Panels to build a new space for their football operations. Established in 1856, the University of Maryland is known for being the biggest university in the state, boasting over 200 degree-granting programs. Outside of academics, the Maryland Terrapins are known ...
Brewing up bold design
By Dani Sheehan. Contractors can leverage metal wall systems to expand their service offerings and meet the increasing demand for high-performance exterior solutions. The new headquarters and production facility of Omega Yeast, a fast-growing yeast producer in Chicago, features metal wall panels that give the building a sleek, modern aesthetic while delivering ...
A modern metal nod to rural roots
By Jesse Sanchez. Metal roof panels add durability and charm to interstate welcome center. Interstate travelers in Indiana now have a new, visually striking rest stop to enjoy along I-69 in Steuben County. The recently completed Pigeon Creek Welcome Center is the first project in the state’s ambitious 10-year, $600 million plan ...
A symbol of safety and strength in the community
By Dani Sheehan. With the inclusion of metal wall panels in this fire station’s redesign, La Crosse is investing in its first responders and public safety. Fire stations are a vital part of the community’s safety network, and just as we adapt to new technologies as society evolves, buildings can become outdated ...
Project profile: 26 stories, 700 rooms and 1 year of renovations
By Metal Construction Association (MCA) Learn how the Hyatt Regency in Salt Lake City used insulated metal panels to improve efficiency and integration. In the center of downtown Salt Lake City, Utah, towers the Hyatt Regency. On its many different floors (26 to be precise), this hotel has everything from ...
Slick synthetic shingles require snow guards
Homeowners shared that Rocky Mountain Snow Guards give them peace of mind that they will not be injured, their pets will not be harmed and their landscaping will not be damaged. Roof ownership hasn’t been easy lately for Littleton, Colorado residents Tom and Karen Smith. After natural deterioration of their cedar ...
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