Metal Architecture Webinars
The Metal Architecture webinar series includes a variety of online educational sessions that provide opportunities for architects, engineers and other construction professionals to learn about the use of metal building materials and earn valuable continuing educational units.
2023 Webinars
Metal Roof Systems: Design and Installation Considerations
Thur., Feb. 16, 2023 2:15pm ET / 11:15am PT
More information and register here
Designing to accommodate thermal movement is just one of the many critical details for the long-term success of a metal roof installation. Students will learn design and specification considerations as well as architectural details that impact project requirements. In addition, we’ll cover the components and the energy efficient features of metal roofing assemblies.
Attendees can earn 1 AIA/HSW Learning Unit. Certificates of completion will be available.
Instructor: Jeffrey Medeiros, Architectural Representative, AEP Span
Brought to you by AEP Span. For more information, go to www.aepspan.com
Single Skin Metal Siding: Performance & Design Considerations
Thur., Mar. 23, 2023 2:15pm ET / 11:15am PT
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Single skin metal wall siding is a great example of the continued advancement of building products in the architectural market, driven by more sophisticated designs and greater emphasis on sustainable building practices. Emerging trends shape the architectural market as people become more aware of the environment around them, and single skin panels are at the forefront of these trends.
This course explores the different types of single skin metal siding, specification details, as well as performance and design considerations.
Topics include material inputs, performance attributes, environmental impacts, and sustainability. These topics are key aspects of today's modernized single skin metal siding.
Attendees can earn 1 AIA/HSW Learning Unit. Certificates of completion will be available.
Instructor: Tyler Murray, Technical Service Representative, AEP Span
Brought to you by AEP Span. For more information, go to www.aepspan.com
Understanding Pre-Painted Metal
Thur., Apr. 20, 2023 2:15pm ET / 11:15am PT
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What Is Pre-Painted Metal?
The surface coating is the first line of defense in pre-painted metal, and one of the most important elements to consider as part of a metal purchase. Selecting the right coating, finish, and paint system can affect product lifespan, energy efficiency, and aesthetic appeal. This course discusses the composition of pre-painted metal, its application, and performance, and examines the building and environmental factors that may influence the type of paint system specified.
Attendees can earn 1 AIA/HSW Learning Unit. Certificates of completion will be available.
Instructor: Michelle Vondran, NS BlueScope Coated Products, North America
Brought to you by Steelscape. For more information, go to www.steelscape.com
Single-Skin Metal Panels + LEED Standards and Certification
Thur., May 25, 2023 2:15pm ET / 11:15am PT
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As the market continues to transform the way sustainable buildings are designed, single-skin metal roof and siding products are at the forefront of contributing to healthier built environments. This course breaks down the material inputs and green performance attributes of single-skin metal roof and siding panels and identifies how metal panels can contribute to projects being designed and built to LEED standards and certification.
Attendees can earn 1 AIA/HSW Learning Unit. Certificates of completion will be available.
Instructor: Marie Ortega, AEP Span
Brought to you by AEP Span. For more information, go to www.aepspan.com
Strategies for Success with Aluminum Zinc-Coated Roofs
Thur., June 22, 2023 2:15pm ET / 11:15am PT
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An Aluminum-Zinc metallic coating (Al-Zn), commonly known by the trade name Galvalume® or ZINCALUME®, reflects coated steel which is designed to provide superior, long lasting corrosion resistance. Aluminum-Zinc metallic coated roof products can come in many forms, including bare and painted products, and can be formed into a vast array of shapes and sizes including standing seam roofs, corrugated profiles, and stamped metal shingles. Today these products are used extensively throughout the US. This presentation provides an overview of this coating, its advantages as well as design and installation best practices.
Attendees can earn 1 AIA/HSW Learning Unit. Certificates of completion will be available.
Instructor: Michelle Vondran, NS BlueScope Coated Products, North America
Brought to you by Steelscape. For more information, go to www.steelscape.com
Metal Roof Systems: Design and Installation Considerations
Thur., Aug. 24, 2023 2:15pm ET / 11:15am PT
More information and register here
Designing to accommodate thermal movement is just one of the many critical details for the long-term success of a metal roof installation. Students will learn design and specification considerations as well as architectural details that impact project requirements. In addition, we’ll cover the components and the energy efficient features of metal roofing assemblies.
Attendees can earn 1 AIA/HSW Learning Unit. Certificates of completion will be available.
Instructor: Jeffrey Medeiros, Architectural Representative, AEP Span
Brought to you by AEP Span. For more information, go to www.aepspan.com
Understanding Pre-Painted Metal
Thur., Nov. 9, 2023 2:15pm ET / 11:15am PT
More information and register here
What Is Pre-Painted Metal?
The surface coating is the first line of defense in pre-painted metal, and one of the most important elements to consider as part of a metal purchase. Selecting the right coating, finish, and paint system can affect product lifespan, energy efficiency, and aesthetic appeal. This course discusses the composition of pre-painted metal, its application, and performance, and examines the building and environmental factors that may influence the type of paint system specified.
Attendees can earn 1 AIA/HSW Learning Unit. Certificates of completion will be available.
Instructor: Michelle Vondran, NS BlueScope Coated Products, North America
Brought to you by Steelscape. For more information, go to www.steelscape.com
Single-Skin Metal Panels + LEED Standards and Certification
DECEMBER 2023
As the market continues to transform the way sustainable buildings are designed, single-skin metal roof and siding products are at the forefront of contributing to healthier built environments. This course breaks down the material inputs and green performance attributes of single-skin metal roof and siding panels and identifies how metal panels can contribute to projects being designed and built to LEED standards and certification.
Attendees can earn 1 AIA/HSW Learning Unit. Certificates of completion will be available.
Instructor: Marie Ortega, AEP Span
Brought to you by AEP Span. For more information, go to www.aepspan.com
Previously Recorded Webinars
Metal Composite Material Building Code Fire Requirements
Thurs., Oct. 20, 2022 2:15pm ET / 11:15am PT
This presentation will cover topics important to the Architect, Designer, and Specifier of exterior metal composite wall panel systems regarding code compliance and fire safety requirements. It will provide an overview of metal composite materials, attachment systems and a review of the relevant sections of the International Building Code (IBC).
Attendees can earn 1 AIA/HSW Learning Unit. Certificates of completion will be available.
Instructor:
James Moses
Technical Services Manager
ALPOLIC Division of Mitsubishi Chemical America
Brought to you by Mitsubishi Chemical America|ALPOLIC Division. For more information, go to www.alpolic-americas.com.
Below is a recording of the webinar
Metal Composite Material Building Code Fire Requirements
This is a recording of the webinar above, which was presented on Oct. 20, 2022
Maximizing Envelope Performance with IMP-Integrated Components
Tues., Sept. 20, 2022 2:15pm ET / 11:15am PT
Maximizing Envelope Performance with IMP-Integrated Components explores an advanced insulated metal composite panel building envelope system, components that have been engineered to integrate with the system – including windows, daylighting panels, sunshades, and louvers – and how the IMP system and integrated components combine to create a high-performance building envelope.
Attendees can earn 1 AIA/HSW Learning Unit. Certificates of completion will be available.
Instructor: Brandon Kinsey
Brought to you by CENTRIA. For more information, go to www.CENTRIA.com
Below is a recording of the webinar
Maximizing Envelope Performance with IMP Integrated Components
This is a recoding of the webinar above, which was presented Sept. 20, 2022.
Cladding Safety in Light of Global Fires
Wed., Dec. 15, 2021 2:15pm ET / 11:15am PT
A panel of experts will discuss differences between North American building code and buildings caught in catastrophic global fire events. Particular focus will be given to FPA 285 and how it promotes the International Building Code’s goal of Life and Safety.
This webinar’s purpose is to build trust and understanding of value in the NFPA 285 Multi-Story Fire test for the overall fire performance of a wall assembly in the real world. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is all about safety and no threat to life, and the NFPA 285 tests the construction wall assembly containing combustible materials.
Attendees can earn 1 AIA/HSW Learning Unit. Certificates of completion will be available.
Panelists:
Dan Martin, Fire Protection Engineer, Jensen Hughes
Andy Williams, PE, Director of Codes and Standards, Metal Construction Association (MCA)
Nick Scheib, VP of Sales and Marketing, 3A Composites USA
Jeff Henry, CEO, CEI Materials
Tom Seitz, Executive Director, MCM Alliance
Brought to you by the Metal Construction Association MCM Alliance and METALCON. For more information, go to www.metalconstruction.org and www.metalcon.com
Below is a recording of the webinar
Cladding Safety in Light of Global Fires
This is a recoding of the webinar above, which was presented Dec.15, 2021.