Reflecting Spirit and Joy
(10/28/2024)
Textured coatings and unique finishes for metal building design stand out as a beacon of innovation, offering architects and builders an unprecedented level of aesthetic customization.
Tag: Akzo Nobel Inc.
Akzo Nobel Inc. announced it is investing in its coil and extrusion coatings manufacturing facility in Garcia, Mexico, to increase production capacity.
Akzo Nobel Inc., based in Nashville, Tenn., published “The Role of Coil Coatings in Building a Sustainable Environment,” a white paper about PVDF and FEVE coatings and their future use as protective metal coatings....
This Month’s Features
Designing for Thermal Resilience
The choices made in materials, shading, and energy systems will determine whether buildings remain safe havens or become liabilities.
Best Practices for Coatings in Resilient Metal Architecture
High-performance coatings, such as polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF)-based coatings, add upfront expense but reduce or even eliminate costly recoats/replacement later in the building’s life.
A Slam-dunk Metal Modernization
The building’s striking facade features black metal panels, installed in a cohesive pattern at a 45-degree angle.
Fire Protection Specifications for Metal Buildings
Metal building systems are noncombustible structures using steel framing and metal panels, manufactured for pre-assembly inspection.