Merging with the Sky: Metal ceilings create distinct visuals for two elementary schools Newly constructed Lyman Elementary School and Abner Creek Elementary School in Spartanburg County, S.C., are identical in terms of layout and...
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CENTRIA’s Kolorshift amplifies design possibilities
(06/14/2010)
CENTRIA, Moon Township, Pa., introduced Kolorshift, a series of iridescent paint colors designed to change the appearance of the metal surface of a building depending on the viewing angle or direction of sunlight. “CENTRIA...
By Paul Deffenbaugh In general, design firms report in the 2010 “PSMJ A/E Management Compensation Benchmark Report, 28th Edition” that their total direct compensation(salary plus bonus) results fell nearly 1 percent but there is...
Residence lives up to its name
(05/31/2010)
When radio talk show host Big John planned to build a new house in Holly Hill, Fla., he knew he needed a place that would be strong enough to stand up to a hurricane...
The Beck Residence in Bellingham, Wash., was designed for a couple wanting a contemporary, industrial look that was also economical and environmentally affordable. The architect suggested steel for the single-story, 1,500-square foot (139-m2) residence...
GHB Caption: Engineers and technicians at The Butler Research Center shown while setting up a wall section for testing in the Guarded Hot Box. The Butler Research Center in Grandview, Mo., is the site...
This Month’s Features
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.
Sealants for Metal Building Systems
Sealants may seem minor, but they are crucial for metal buildings, ensuring moisture protection and thermal integrity for lasting performance.