The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) recently released an updated document describing the test procedures and specifications Architectural Class windows and doors (AW). The AAMA 910-16, Voluntary “Life Cycle” Specifications and Test Methods for...
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New AAMA course covers Fundamentals of Fenestration
(08/22/2016)
The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) has announced the introduction of a new offering from the association’s education program. The “Fundamentals of Fenestration” provides basic terminology and standards for windows, doors and skylights, covering...
MBMA Environmental Product Declarations
(07/31/2016)
By Marcy Marro An interview with Jay D. Johnson, LEED AP, MBMA Director of Architectural Services The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) released industry-wide Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) to meet the increasing demand for...
Electrochromic Glazing
(07/31/2016)
An energy and sustainability case study Electrochromic (EC) glazing has the reversible ability to change its visible light transmission and solar heat gain coefficient creating a dynamic building skin, capable of actively responding to...
Specifying Metal Coatings
(07/31/2016)
By Marcy Marro Tips from the experts on what you need to know to specify metal coatings As projects move from the design phase to construction, there comes the time when the products that...
Steel Industry Teams Up for Material Transparency
(07/26/2016)
The Steel Market Development Institute (SMDI), a business unit of the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI), has compiled a comprehensive list of industry-wide Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for steel building products. These EPDs...
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.
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