The Multifaceted Nature of Expanded Metals
(09/09/2025)
Expanded metal is popular for use as facades. Its 3D shape and pattern uniformity create a strong and striking appearance.
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Ventilation and Safety in Storm Shelters
(08/29/2025)
Protecting ventilation openings is essential to maintaining structural integrity and occupant safety in the design of storm shelters and tornado safe rooms.
Avoid A Total Blowout
(05/21/2024)
Buildings need to be resilient in the face of both acute and chronic wind impacts, especially with the trends toward greater wind-pressure event intensity.
This Month’s Features
Fire Protection Specifications for Metal Buildings
Metal building systems are noncombustible structures using steel framing and metal panels, manufactured for pre-assembly inspection.
Daylighting for Safer, Healthier, and More Resilient Schools
Today’s educational facilities must support cognitive performance, mental health, and physical safety, while operating under increasingly stringent codes and budget constraints. Natural daylight sits...
Building for the Future with Insulated Metal Panels
The quality of the materials used, their eco-responsible manufacturing process, and the panels’ superior insulating properties make them a greener solution that considerably reduces...
Architectural Expanded Metals
Ultimately, expanded metal offers a rare combination of design flexibility, robust performance, and environmental responsibility.