The Steel Market Development Institute has launched a brand new website, www.smdisteel.org, that accelerates the technology transfer of steel-intensive solutions in the automotive, construction and container industries. The new site provides information about the North American steel industry’s market applications, research and reports on new product advancements and the industry’s commitment to sustainability. Highlights of the new site include: easy access to research, design aids and training opportunities in the construction market; and expanded focus on the environmental advantages of steel, which go beyond steel being the most recycled material on the planet.
SMDI’s new website includes design aids
This Month’s Features
Expressive Designs with Tomecek
Studio Architecture
Studio Architecture
Tomecek Studio Architecture is a firm based in Denver, Colo., that brings authenticity to its designs.
Forecasting the Future of Color
While megatrends in coatings and paints do not change overnight, their subtle evolutions reveal where innovation is headed.
Adhesive Innovation
No longer substitutes for sealants or screws, advanced PSA tapes have emerged as high-performance bonding systems that enhance structural integrity and design flexibility.
Key Design Factors When Employing IMPs
Facing profile choices for IMPs include flat, minor ribs, v-grooves, deeper ribs, and striated profiles.
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March/April 2026