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+ Architect Profile: Kathryn Crockett, AIA, LEED AP
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Annual Forecasts

Around the beginning of each year, many businesses, groups and

associations publish reports and predictions for what the upcoming
year will hold. Recently, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) released
its semi-annual Consensus Construction Forecast. The survey of the nations
leading construction forecasters projects that after construction spending
greatly exceeded expectations last year in the nonresidential market,
construction spending will increase just more than 8 percent this year, with
2017s projection adding an extra 6.7 percent gain. Reportedly, there is still
significant demand for hotels, office space, manufacturing facilities, and
amusement and recreation spaces.
AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, Ph.D., Hon. AIA, notes that while
rising interest rates could pose a challenge to the economy, lower energy
prices, improved employment figures and an enacted federal budget for 2016
becoming far more energy efficient, and certain technologies are increasing
are all factoring into a very favorable outlook for the construction industry.
both the efficiency of the people using the buildings and the project delivery
Additionally, he says, after several years of challenging economic circum-
methods in which buildings are being designed and constructed.
stances, the institutional project sector is finally on solid footing.

Additionally, AIA released its future construction trend survey results. For
Another recent report of interest is Gilbane Building Co.s Winter 20152016 Construction Economics Report. According to the report, the 2015 con-
the survey, AIA queried its Architecture Billings Index (ABI) panelists for the
struction spending boom was led by nonresidential building construction,
design trends they think will be the most prevalent over the next decade.
which increased 17.6 percent, up $53 billion, through November year-to-date
The top nonresidential design trends include:
over 2014. Additionally, residential spending year-to-date increased 13 per-
Water conservation, solar and wind power generation will become
cent, up $45 billion. Nonresidential building spending is expected to repeat
more prevalent over the next decade

Architects will specify more innovative building materials such as
this elevated activity with 13.7 percent growth this year.

Construction spending is expected to grow 10.7 percent for 2015 and 9.7
composites and new glass/glazing technologies to allow for expanded
percent in 2016, with total spending in 2015 reaching $1.1 trillion. The three-
design options
year growth for total construction spending from 2014 to 2016 is expected
Increased use of natural daylighting techniques and of lighting technology systems, including automation controls and motion-sensor activated
lights
to reach 30 percent, setting an all-time high, with growth from 2013 to 2015
reaching 27 percent, the second-highest growth period ever recorded.
Spending advances in 2015 and 2016 are supported by the strongest
Building Information Modeling software use will grow substantially,
gains in nonresidential buildings in eight years. And, for five of the last six
along with alternative project delivery methods and lean construction
quarters, construction starts for new nonresidential buildings were the high-
practices that will increase the efficiency of the building design process
est since Q3 2008.
and throughout the life cycle of the building

Emerging technologies are becoming the dominant force in how buildings are being designed, says Baker. Buildings in their own right are
With so many reports released around this time, its easy to go on and on
about the numbers. One thing that stands out from all Ive seen is that the
increase in construction building and spending is expected to continue.
Marcy Marro
Editor
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Features
16 Special Feature: 30th Annual Architect Survey

The metal construction industry continues its growth trend, and some metal building
products are getting increased attention from architects and designers. The Metal
Architecture 30th Annual Architect Survey shows how the industry is improving
economically as architects report high levels of activity.
24 Building Profile: Environmental Educator

Iowa Lakes Community College in Estherville, Iowa, has a long history of environmental
awareness, and its new Sustainable Energy Resources & Technologies (SERT) building
is no different. The facility exemplifies the colleges efforts to maximize the principles
of green architecture, the reduction of energy consumption, elimination of VOCs and
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maximization of natural lighting.
Case Studies: Architectural Mesh, Expanded and

Perforated Metals
28 Mesh as Canvas: Architects work with woven metal mesh manufacturer to

customize fabric for their own office
29 Signature Designs: Stainless steel mesh creates distinctive, high-tech
design for new landmark bio building
30 A Healing Outdoor Garden: Wire mesh Eco-rock wall blends with hospital
features
32 Architect Profile: A Calling Fulfilled
Kathryn Crocketts, AIA, LEED AP, love for architecture and history has driven her life
and career path. After working in cultural museums after college, she circled back to a
career as an architect, and is now vice president of Lamoureux Pagano Associates in
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Worcester, Mass.
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Editors Corner
Constructive Insights
9 Industry News
34 Market Feature: Sports & Recreation
44 New Products
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45 Product Catalogs: Metal Wall Panels; Fasteners

47 Ad Index
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Constructive Insights
Is LEED Certification
Worth It?
is not a sustainable solution.
LEED addresses a project with a multidisci-
By Thomas Taylor
must ask themselves many questions. From
required MERV 13-rated filter will affect the energy
plinary integrated approach. It is very difficult to
needed to power fans within the ventilation system.
explore the possibility of achieving any one credit
The owners facility management department must
without analyzing how that decision may impact all
understand the additional cost of maintaining the
of the other aspects of a building. A design team
high-efficiency filters.
may use the requirements of the LEED prerequi-
When approaching any project, a building owner
building with no recirculation of exhaust air. The
Is it worth going through all of this effort to gain
sites and credit points as a guide, but understanding
one LEED credit point? If providing a healthy indoor
the impacts and interconnectivity by going through
environment for all who occupy and visit a building
the process of documenting the credits is another
is important to a building owner, then the answer is
issue. It is easy to say a guideline is being followed;
yes.
financing, building location, needed space, and
however, it is quite different to document all of the
There are many other common questions that
who to hire to help design and build the project,
steps that have been taken to evidence the effort.
owners often ask when deciding whether to certify
there are numerous questions that have very

definitive answers. Other questions, including those regarding cost and the length of time
needed to design and build a project, are a bit
tougher to answer. These answers may be less
definitive until an appropriate amount of information is generated to base a decision. This is
especially true for those considering incorporat-
Take for example the Indoor Environmental Qual-
their buildings:
ity credit, IEQc5: Indoor pollutant Source Control.
If I get my building certified will it use less
This credit requires the designers to incorporate a
electricity?
number of items into the design, including:

An entryway system that is at least 10 feet
Compliance with the LEED prerequisites will

achieve a minimum amount of energy savings
long at each of the primary entrances to the
compared to a similar building, but savings beyond
building.
that point will be dependent on the design of the
Direct, outside ventilation in every location

where chemicals are stored or mixed.
These rooms must have deck-to-deck
ing sustainable elements into their building and
sealed partitions.
building and how the building is operated.

Will a LEED-certified building provide a healthier work environment for my employees?
It depends on whether the design team and
who may be wondering if LEED certification is
Doors to those rooms must be self-closing.
delivery team included all of the elements that
worth the effort.
Rooms must be negatively pressured.
contribute to indoor environmental quality and if the
Mechanical equipment must accommodate a
contractors employ a low-emitting strategy during
MERV 13 rated filter, with filters on both the
construction.
choose to follow the U.S. Green Building Councils
supply and return side of the ventilation equip-
Will seeking LEED certification add more cost
LEED rating system but never certify the building.
ment.
to the project?
There have been some building owners who
Those who have followed this path feel they reap all
It may be easy to place a walk-off mat system at
It depends on the experience of the delivery
of the benefits of following the rating system and
the front door, but to document all of the individual
team and what elements the owners were going to
avoid the cost associated with actual certification.
requirements of this credit, demonstrating that the
include in the building before making the decision to
Many choose to certify for a number of reasons,
design contains all of the elements and the contrac-
pursue certification.
including prestige, the guarantee of energy ef-
tor has constructed in accordance with the plans
ficiency, the advantage of owning a building that
and specifications, requires a greater amount of
LEED. More often than not, questions asked are
promotes a healthy indoor environment, the ability
effort.
dependent on many other factors. Project team
There are no easy answers when it comes to
to measure the buildings performance or even to
Even more effort must be expended to un-
members and owners need to consider these fac-
meet a municipal mandate. Validating the design
derstand how the decision to pursue this credit is
tors before deciding whether LEED certification is
and construction of a project using LEED is unique
interconnected to other aspects of the building.
right for them.
to each organization.
A 10-foot-long entryway system is at times difficult to make aesthetically pleasing. Plans and
Thomas Taylor, a 30-year veteran of the
owners who have chosen to certify their project
specifications must include construction details
construction industry and noted expert on
have in common: The motivation to certify made
indicating deck-to-deck partitions for those rooms.
sustainability, is a principal and co-founder of St.
sense to them or it addressed a need. If using sus-
The mechanical design must take into account the
Louis-based Vertegy. To learn more about Vertegy
tainability and certification does not make sense, it
need to exhaust these rooms to the outside of the
or Taylor, visit www.vertegyconsultants.com.
There is one thing, however, that all building
March 2016
Industry news
MCA releases specification guides AIA projects construction spending increase, design trends
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported
Additionally, AIA announced it surveyed ar-
it expects construction spending to grow. AIAs
chitects to provide an overview of the changes
semi-annual Consensus Construction Forecast, a
expected in building design over the next decade.
survey of construction forecasters, projects spend-
Baker said emerging technologies are becoming the
ing will increase more than 8 percent in 2016 and
dominant force in how buildings are being designed.
6.7 percent in 2017.
Buildings in their own right are becoming far more
Kermit Baker, Hon. AIA, Ph.D., chief economist
energy efficient, and certain technologies are in-
at AIA, said while rising interest rates could pose a
creasing both the efficiency of the people using the
challenge to the U.S. economy, lower energy prices,
buildings and the project delivery methods in which
improved employment figures and an enacted
buildings are being designed and constructed, he
federal budget for 2016 are all factoring into a very
said.
favorable outlook for the construction industry. And

after several years of challenging economic circumstances the institutional project sector is finally on
The Metal Construction Association (MCA) published two specification guides for metal composite
very solid footing, he said.
Top nonresidential design trends for the next 10

years:
Water conservation, solar and wind power
generation will become more prevalent over
the next decade.
Market Segment
Consensus Growth
Forecasts
2016
Overall nonresidential
building
8.3%
6.7%
Commercial/industrial
9.9%
7.5%
Hotels
14.8%
7.8%
Office space
12.8%
8.8%
for the MCM systems based on International Build-
Industrial facilities
11.9%
5.3%
Building Information Modeling software use
ing Codes and performance standards developed
Retail
7.5%
5.6%
will grow substantially, along with alternative
by the American Society for Testing and Materials
Institutional
6.7%
6.7%
project delivery methods and lean construc-
(ASTM) and American Architectural Manufactur-
Amusement/recreation
11.2%
7.7%
tion practices that will increase the efficiency
ers Association (AAMA). MCM is two sheets of
Healthcare facilities
6.6%
6.9%
of the building design process and throughout
aluminum sandwiching a solid core of extruded
Education
6.5%
6.6%
the life cycle of the building.
thermoplastic or a liquid plastic core injected in a
Religious
2.6%
4.0%
continuous process with no glues or liquid adhe-
Public safety
1.8%
4.2%
material (MCM) systems: Section 074213.234mm MCM System Specification and Section
074213.236-mm/8-mm MCM System Specification. They are available at www.metalconstruction.
org. The guides define performance criteria for
MCM panels, installation systems and system
fabricators.
The specifications define performance criteria
sives between dissimilar materials. The core mate-
2017
Architects will specify more innovative

building materials such as composites and
new glass/glazing technologies to allow for
expanded design options.
Increased use of natural daylighting techniques and of lighting technology systems,
including automation controls and motionsensor activated lights.
rial is free of voids and/or air spaces and does not

contain foamed insulation material. MCM systems
include joints, attachment system components and
Berridge Manufacturing Co. opens Phoenix location
miscellaneous materials.
Miller Clapperton opens MidAtlantic office

Austell, Ga.-based Miller
Clapperton opened an
office in Merrifield, Va., to
serve the Mid-Atlantic region. Bobby Rozier is MidAtlantic office manager at
San Antonio-based Berridge Manufacturing Co.
Miller Clapperton. Zeke

Miller, president at Miller
Clapperton, said his company experienced growth
Bobby Rozier
in the Mid-Atlantic region in the last few years. We

look forward to [Roziers] leadership in growing the
Grant Gillum, executive vice president of sales,
recently opened a distribution center in Phoenix,
marketing and development, said the center will
which will stock a large inventory of 24-gauge paint-
provide local and regional customers with access
ed flat sheets in all the Berridge standard colors and

slit coil. Additionally, Berridges portable rollform-
to materials with less freight costs and faster lead

times on factory-formed products than they previously had. The new Phoenix facility increases our
Mid-Atlantic regional office, he said. It feels good
ers are available. LeAnn Jones, branch manager, is
to be able to provide more localized and in-person
available in Phoenix to assist with product questions
the growing demand for architectural metal prod-
service to our Mid-Atlantic customers.
and needs.
ucts in the Southwest region, he said.
market presence and will enable Berridge to meet
March 2016
METAL ARCHITECTURE9
Industry news
CMD reports construction starts decrease
Norcross, Ga.-based Construction Market Data
Group LLC (CMD) reported nonresidential con-
Steel Recycling Institute publishes

EPD
The Steel Recycling Institute released an environmen-
struction starts declined 6.9 percent from Novem-
tal product declaration (EPD) for cold-formed steel
ber to December in the U.S. Decembers new con-
studs and track manufactured in the United States and
struction total, $22.2 billion, was 7 percent lower
Canada. The EPD quantifies the cradle-to-gate life cycle
than December 2014. Compared to the five-year
environmental impacts of these products and can be
average for December from 2010 to 2014, starts
used to document the impacts. Cold-formed steel studs
increased 9.2 percent. Among the three major sub-
and track are rollformed from galvanized steel sheet into
categories of nonresidential construction, commer-
a variety of shapes. They are used for structural systems
cial and heavy engineering/civil activity decreased
for buildings up to nine stories, curtainwalls and interior
4 and 6.2 percent. Industrial work increased 512.9
partitions. The EPD is available at www.recycle-steel.
percent from November to December. Year-over-
org.
year employment in construction ended in 2015
Lawrence Kavanagh, president at Steel Market
with an increase of 4.2 percent, leading all major
Development Institute, said environmental impacts
employment sub-categories.
of materials are critical decision factors for architects,

engineers and builders. With the construction industry
Wausau Window and Wall Systems expands BIM tools
moving to comprehensive assessments of a products
Wausau, Wis.-based Wausau Window and Wall
added to the resources we and our partners have devel-
Systems expanded its 3-D building informa-
oped for our customers in the construction industry, he
tion modeling (BIM) tools with the addition of a
said.
unitized curtainwall Revit project file. The single
entire life cycle, its important this EPD is now being
The process began with development of North
file is loaded with INvision unitized curtainwall
American Product Category Rule (PCR) for Designated
profiles and allows choice of widths, depths and
Steel Construction Products, which covers fabricated
sightlines. This approach automatically updates
structural steel, cold-formed steel sections and concrete
to the selected parameters without repeating

steps or requiring multiple files.
Steve Carrico, design engineer at Wausau

Window and Wall Systems, said owners and
Jerry Habeck, product standards manager
team members can use Revit files in conjunc-
at Wausau Window and Wall Systems, said the
tion with other BIM tools for clash detection.
approach saves time by making the process
This not only can help save headaches, but can
simple to explore multiple options without need-
save money by identifying potential conflicts on
ing to open, create and recreate multiple files.
the drawing board before anything is fabricated
You can change
and shipped to the field, he said. Clash detec-
the curtainwall
tion functionality can be especially useful in
model on the fly
design of hospital patient room plenum areas,
to see how our
which contain curtainwall anchor assemblies,
curtainwall looks
spandrel beams, fire safing and dampered
on your building
return ducts, as well as medical gas and com-
design, and then
munications linesall competing for the same
change it again as
physical space.
you choose, he
For more information about Revit building

design software, visit www.autodesk.com.
said.
reinforcing steel used or sold in North America. It is

based on the EN 15804 European standard for construction products and conforms to ISO 21930:2007Sustainability in building constructionEnvironmental
declaration of building products.
GCP Applied Technologies Inc.

becomes publicly traded company
Cambridge, Mass.-based GCP Applied Technologies Inc.
announced its launch as a publicly traded company. GCP
Applied Technologies has approximately 2,850 employees and serves customers in more than 110 countries.
A separation of W.R. Grace and Co. and GCP Applied
Technologies was completed by means of a pro rata
distribution to Grace stockholders of all of the outstanding common shares of GCP Applied Technologies.
GCP Applied Technologies common stock is listed
under the symbol GCP on the New York Stock Exchange. One share of GCP common stock was distrib-
MCA gives industry awards
uted for each share of Grace common stock held as
The Metal Construction Association (MCA) pre-
metal construction industry, Allen was acknowl-
of the close of business Jan. 27. Approximately 70.5
sented three awards at its winter meeting last
edged for promoting the creation of the MCA
million shares of GCP common stock were distributed.
month. Mark James, of Roof Hugger Inc., and
Accessories Council and for his work as its chair.
No fractional shares were distributed.
Randy Allen, of Triangle Fastener Corp., received
Additionally, Ken Buchinger, of NCI Building
Gregory Poling, president and chief executive officer
the Patrick R. Bush Volunteer Service Award.
Systems, received the Larry A. Swaney Award.
at GCP Applied Technologies, said his company will
Credited with completing more than 30
With more than 40 years in the metal construc-
grow its business by focusing on quality products and
million square feet of retrofit roof projects in his
tion industry, Buchinger was recognized for his
services in the construction and packaging segments.
career, James was recognized for his work in
work on the MCA board from 2006-2014 and
We will grow through a combination of new technolo-
planning, constructing and operating the MCA
his contributions in technical research for the
gies, geographic expansion and complementary acquisi-
demo area at METALCON. With 38 years in the
association.
tions that support our customers worldwide, he said.
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Industry news
AISI releases standard
SAF wins grant
AIA names award recipients
Atlanta-based Southern Aluminum Finishing Co.
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced
(SAF) received a $5,000 grant and was a semi-
Hans Butzer, AIA, received the 2016 AIA Thomas
finalist in the Atlanta Metro Export Challenge, a
Jefferson Award for his work advancing public build-
grant competition by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A.
ing in Oklahoma City. The Thomas Jefferson Award
It will receive a reimbursement grant to $5,000 to
recognizes excellence in architectural advocacy and
apply toward expenses related to building export
achievement. Butzer will be honored at the 2016 AIA
capacity and activities. SAF won the grant based
National Convention in Philadelphia. Butzers impact
on several criteria. SAF is one of five continu-
on Oklahoma City includes the Oklahoma City National
ous coil anodizers in North America. SAF scored
Memorial, Oklahoma City Skydance Bridge and other
points for its pro-active international efforts to ex-
landmark projects.
pand its distribution of anodized aluminum sheet,

aluminum extrusions, and fabricated painted and
the 2016 AIA Collaborative Achievement Award for
anodized aluminum cladding for the commercial
efforts with North Carolina Modernist Houses (NCMH).
construction industry.
The Collaborative Achievement Award recognizes and
Penn McClatchey, co-chief operating officer at

The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)
published a new standard, AISI S400-15, North
American Standard for Seismic Design of
Cold-Formed Steel Structural Systems, 2015
Edition. Its intended to address the design and
construction of cold-formed steel structural
members and connections used in the seismic
The standard is to be used in conjunction

with AISI S100-12, North American Specifi-
encourages achievements of allied professionals, cli-
SAF, said his company has projects in Canada, the
ents, organizations, architect teams, knowledge com-
Caribbean, Mexico and Dubai, and the grant will
munities and others who had a beneficial influence on
help expand its international efforts. We dont
or advanced the architectural profession. Smart will be
know of any other company in the world who can
honored at the 2016 AIA National Convention. Smart,
custom anodize extrusions in 24 hours to meet
through his work at with NCMH, created an online
the time constraints of the commercial glass
archive of modernist houses in the United States. Civic
industry, he said.
leaders, historians, real estate brokers, preservationists, students, journalists and homebuyers can search
force-resisting systems in buildings and other

structures.
Additionally, AIA announced George Smart received
Tubelite Inc. promotes sales

manager
this index for information on an architect or building. As

a result, dozens of modernist houses have been saved
from destruction and the public has acquired a new
appreciation for modernist design.
cation for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel

Structural Members, 2012 Edition and AISI
S240-15, North American Standard for Cold-
CRL-U.S. Aluminum adds

products to MasterSpec
Formed Steel Structural Framing, 2015 Edition.

It is intended for adoption and use in the United
States, Canada and Mexico, and is available for
download at www.aisistandards.org.
AISI S400-15 results from the merging of
AISI S110-07 w/S1-09, Standard for Seismic
Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural SystemsSpecial Bolted Moment Frames, 2007
Edition With Supplement 1-09, and the seismic
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Walker, Mich.-based Tubelite Inc. announced
Lateral Design, 2007 Edition With Supplement
Michelle Musso joined as sales manager for the
1-09. Additionally, many of the seismic design
South Central region. She reports to Steve Green,
requirements stipulated in AISI S400-15 are
vice president of sales and client services at
drawn from AISC 341-10, Seismic Provisions for
Tubelite. Musso was as a regional sales manager
Structural Steel Buildings, which was developed
based in Houston. Prior to her position in Hous-
by the American Institute of Steel Construction.
ton, she was a regional manager of inside customer sales and services, and a senior account
manager at Hilti Inc. in Tulsa, Okla.
Los Angeles-based CRL-U.S. Aluminum announced

a partnership that will incorporate its products with
Salt Lake City-based ARCOMs MasterSpec specification software. Product categories that will be added
to MasterSpec include 08 41 13: Aluminum Framed
Entrances and Storefronts, 08 44 13: Glazed Aluminum
Curtain Walls and 10 22 19: Demountable Partitions.
Lloyd Talbert, president at CRL-U.S. Aluminum, said
his company aims to simplify the product selection
process by providing applicable materials using the architecture and design communitys preferred channels.
As a product of the American Institute of Architects,
the MasterSpec platform is a logical and effective path
to accomplishing this, he said.
For more information, visit www.crl-arch.com.
March 2016
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Industry news
AAMA announces award winners
The American Architectural Manufacturers Associa-
Georges Thiret, of York, Penn.-based Graham Archi-
tion (AAMA) congratulated award winners at its
tectural Products. LeBrun is involved in 50 AAMA
79th Annual Conference Awards Banquet held in
committees and task groups spanning subject mat-
Huntington Beach, Calif. Bill Deuschle, former direc-
ter ranging from methods of test to smoke vents.
tor of engineering at Traco, a division of Norcross,
The distinguished service award for the residential
Ga.-based Kawneer North America, was named
products group was presented to Cristen Baca, vice
AAMAs 2016 outstanding member. Deuschle
president of new product development at Colum-
retired after more than 40 years in the industry.
bus, Ohio-based Simonton Windows. Baca serves
Scott Condreay, of Rosemont, Ill.-based Sapa North
on 26 committees and task groups.
America, said, [Deuschle] also acted as a valued

mentor to many new AAMA members and partici-
Bill Deuschle
Roger LeBrun
The marketing distinguished service award was

presented to Mark Silverberg, president at Twins-
pants as they learned the AAMA ropes. Deuschle
burg, Ohio-based Technoform. The award was
maintained 36 active committee and task group
presented by previous recipient Kim Flanary, engi-
memberships, bringing the total to 89 over the
neering director at Tacoma, Wash.-based Milgard.
course of his service. Deuschle served as an AAMA
Silverberg is active in 31 committees, councils and
board member and aluminum material council first
task groups. Additionally, Rich Walker, president and
vice president, document management commit-
chief executive officer at AAMA, was recognized for
tee vice-chair and advisory co-chair at the National
his years of service. He marked 20 years at AAMA
Fenestration Rating Council.
this winter.
The distinguished service award for the architectural products group was presented to Roger
LeBrun, senior product certification engineer at
Greenwood, S.C.-based VELUX America Inc., by
Mark Silverberg
Rich Walker

March 2016
MFM Building Products releases brochure

Coshocton, Ohio-based MFM Building Products issued its 2016 Weatherproof-
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waterproofing products. The eight-page brochure highlights product categories
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including roofing membranes, roofing underlayments, window tapes and flashing,

waterproofing membranes and construction tapes. Each of the 27 brands features
a photograph of the product roll and description. The brochure back cover has a
product comparison chart which details roll width and length, color availability,
thickness, application temperature range and warranty information.
Tony Reis, sales and marketing director at MFM Building Products, said his
company is celebrating its 55th anniversary of manufacturing waterproofing
membranes. Since that time, our product line has grown to nearly 30 individual
brandseach one tailored for a specific roofing or building application, he said.
This brochure allows our customers to see the full product line and make a more
informed decision on the right product for the job.
To request the brochure, visit www.mfmbp.com.
MBMA adds members

The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) added seven associate
members. Members include Quality Roof Seamers, Olive Branch, Miss.; Birmingham Rail and Locomotive, Birmingham, Ala.; D.I. Roof Seamers, Corinth, Miss.;
Global Building Products, Elkhart, Ind.; Metl-Span, Lewisville, Texas; Distribution
1-Piece, Tight-Fit Molding
International, Houston; and Konecranes, West Allis, Wis.

The associate membership of MBMA has grown to 57 companies since the
organization was founded in 1956. MBMAs Building Systems Manufacturer
Membership totals 43 companies, which puts combined membership levels at
an all-time high of 100 member companies. MBMA board of directors expanded
membership categories to include firms that provide architecture and engineering
services.
Dan Walker, PE, associate general manager at MBMA, said associate members provide technical and business input that helps keep the industry ahead of
the curve. Associate member firms are very active in helping MBMA achieve its
mission to grow the industry for everyone involved with metal building design,
fabrication and procurement, he said. We are especially excited about the
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METAL ARCHITECTURE15
special feature
Photo: Daniel Lunghi Photography
Reports on the commercial construction industry from 2015 have generally been positive
across the board, and the metal construction
industryas evidenced by the results of the
30th Annual Metal Architecture Architects Surveyfit neatly within those results. Through-
30th Annual
out the year, the industry has picked up

steam and architects have grown increasingly
bullish. Many report, anecdotally, that they
are busier than ever. The one area of concern
Metal Architecture
in the construction industry seems to be the
Architect Survey
residential market, which has begun to tail off

in the latter part of 2015.
In 2016, architects can expect continued
growth. The 2016 Dodge Construction Outlook
predicts U.S. construction starts for 2016 will
grow 6 percent to a total of $712 billion. That
By Paul Deffenbaugh, Editorial Director
comes on the heals of a 13 percent increase
Percentage of Respondents Who Specify Metal Building Products
in 2015 (which far outstripped Dodges anticipated 9 percent growth for the year.) FMI Corp.,
At least one metal
At least one metal
At least one metal
At least one metal
roof system
wall system
building system
framing system
2014
71.0%
59.1%
46.0%
54.0%
ing spending leading the way. Other strong
2015
75.6%
69.9%
49.4%
60.2%
markets will be lodging, office, amusement and
2016
Projected
76.7%
68.8%
56.3%
67.0%
recreation. The National Association of Home
Raleigh, N.C., expects construction spending

to reach $1.09 billion in 2016, with manufactur-
Builders predicts housing starts for 2016 will

hit 1.26 million with 877 of those coming in the
General Statistics
represent an even swatch of America, although
single-family housing market. The association
The respondents to the 30th Annual MA Architect
there is a slight tendency for representation from
warns that shortages of labor, lots and building
Survey represent architectural and engineering
the West.
products could constrain growth.
Nearly 20 percent of our respondents report
firms almost exclusively. The majority of respon-
Not only is the construction industry as a
that business in 2015 increased more than 10
whole growing, we also see from our survey that
percent, and the largest cohort (more than 50
designers and architects were increasingly likely
percent) saw increases up to 10 percent. There
to specify metal building products in 2015. Com-
was some decline among our respondents, with
than $1 million in annual billings. Still, nearly a quar-
pared to the specification from 2014, in particu-
about 25 percent reporting a drop in billings, with
lar, we see significant increases in metal roofing,
ter of respondents come from large firms billing
the vast majority of that group reporting less than a
metal wall panels, metal building systems and
more than $10 million. For the most part, the firms
10 percent decline.
metal framing systems.
dents represent the ownership of those firms,

andmatching the industrymore than 50
percent of respondents come from firms doing less
Company Type
East
South
Midwest
West
National
Architectural
51.2%
39.5%
57.1%
66.2%
55.0%
Design-Build
11.6%
18.6%
17.1%
5.9%
12.2%
Architectural/
Engineering
16.3%
18.6%
8.6%
7.4%
12.2%
Engineering
2.3%
7.0%
8.6%
4.4%
5.3%
Integrated
Construction
16.3%
11.6%
8.6%
13.2%
12.7%
Engineering/
Architectural
2.3%
4.7%
0.0%
2.9%
2.6%
March 2016
Position in Firm
East
South
Midwest
West
National
Owner/Partner of Firm
55.8%
67.4%
57.1%
54.4%
58.2%
Company Management
18.6%
2.3%
5.7%
7.4%
8.5%
Head/Chief Architect
2.3%
0.0%
8.6%
2.9%
3.2%
Staff Architect
11.6%
14.0%
14.3%
11.8%
12.7%
Interior Designer
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
Exterior Designer
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
Specification Writer
2.3%
0.0%
5.7%
2.9%
2.6%
Engineer
0.0%
2.3%
0.0%
5.9%
2.6%
Architectural Intern
2.3%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.5%
Other
7.0%
14.0%
8.6%
14.7%
11.6%
Company Location
2015 Billings vs. 2014 Billings
East
East
(N.Y., N.J., Del., Conn., Mass., R.I., Vt.,

N.H., Pa., W.Va., Maine, Md.)
22.8%
South
(Va., Ky., Tenn., Ark., La., Miss., Ala., Ga.,
N.C., S.C., Fla., Okla., Texas)
22.8%
Midwest
(Minn., Iowa, Mo., Ill., Wis., Mich., Ind.,
Ohio, Neb., S.D., N.D., Kan.)
18.5%
West
(Idaho, Mont., Utah, Colo., Wyo., Calif.,
Nev., Ore., Wash., Hawaii, Alaska)
36.0%
South
Midwest
West
National
Up less than 5 percent
26.2%
16.3%
24.2%
29.9%
24.1%
Up between 5.1 and 10 percent
38.1%
32.6%
15.2%
37.3%
30.8%
Up between 10.1 and

25 percent
11.9%
14.0%
9.1%
10.4%
11.3%
Up between 25.1 and

50 percent
4.8%
2.3%
9.1%
3.0%
4.8%
Up more than 50 percent
2.4%
0.0%
9.1%
3.0%
3.6%
Down less than 5 percent
9.5%
11.6%
21.2%
6.0%
12.1%
Down between 5.1 and

10 percent
2.4%
11.6%
9.1%
4.5%
6.9%

25 percent
2.4%
7.0%
3.0%
1.5%
3.5%

50 percent
2.4%
4.7%
0.0%
1.5%
2.1%
Down more than 50 percent
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
3.0%
0.7%
2015 Approximate Billings

East
South
Midwest
West
National
Under $1 million
53.5%
51.4%
49.3%
47.5%
53.5%
$1 million to
$2.5 million
14.0%
20.0%
19.4%
16.3%
14.0%
$2,500,001 to
$5 million
14.0%
11.4%
4.5%
9.8%
14.0%
$5,000,001 to
$10 million
0.0%
8.6%
6.0%
6.6%
0.0%
More than
$10 million
18.6%
8.6%
20.9%
19.8%
18.6%
March 2016
special feature
Metal Roofing
Photo: Kason A. Knowles Fentress Architects
Growth in the specification of metal roofing increased again in 2015, with

our respondents showing a 4.6 percent increase in specification on new
construction and a 9.2 percent increase on renovation projects. This rate of
growth is slightly lower than respondents reported last year, but still showing
a growing preference for metal roofing against alternative roofing materials.
Projections for 2016 indicate the trend will continue, although nearly 10
percent of respondents say they will specify fewer metal roofs in 2016. Still,
fully a third of participants suggest that 2016 will lead to more metal roof
specifications, while 57 percent anticipate the rate of specification to hold
Percentage of Respondents New Construction

Projects that Include Metal Roofing
East
South
Midwest
West
steady.
Unsurprisingly, low-slope standing seam roofing is the most often specified type of metal roof, although batten seam shows significant participation.
Across the country, eastern architects show the most likelihood to specify
low-slope standing seam. That group is also more likely to specify metal
roofing for smaller buildings than other regions.
In total, about 40 percent of the metal roofing specified will be for buildings less than 10,000 square feet.
Percentage of Respondents Renovation Projects

that Include Metal Roofing
National
East
South
Midwest
West
National
2014
26.2%
35.4%
19.0%
33.4%
28.5%
2014
15.8%
27.2%
11.7%
15.0%
17.3%
2015
27.2%
35.6%
22.4%
34.4%
29.9%
2015
16.3%
26.5%
17.0%
16.8%
19.2%
Percent Change
3.8%
0.5%
15.4%
2.9%
4.7%
Percent Change
3.2%
-2.5%
31.2%
11.2%
9.2%
March 2016
Types of Metal Roofs Specified

Type
East
South
Midwest
West
National
Low-slope SSR
27.1%
22.7%
13.7%
17.9%
47.6%
Batten Seam
15.3%
19.3%
25.5%
15.9%
42.8%
Steep-slope SSR
16.9%
12.5%
5.9%
11.7%
28.3%
Corrugated
11.9%
19.3%
11.8%
17.9%
38.6%
Insulated Metal Roof Panels
10.2%
5.7%
15.7%
12.4%
25.5%
Thru-fastened Ribbed
8.5%
11.4%
11.8%
13.1%
27.6%
Painted Metal Tile, Shake or

Shingle
6.8%
5.7%
7.8%
5.5%
14.5%
Individual Shingles
3.4%
3.4%
3.9%
4.1%
9.0%
Stone-coated
0.0%
0.0%
3.9%
1.4%
2.8%
Amount of Metal Roofing Projected in 2016 Compared

to 2015
East
South
Midwest
West
National
More metal
roofing
31.3%
44.4%
32.1%
27.6%
33.1%
About the same

amount of metal
roofing
59.4%
44.4%
57.1%
63.8%
57.1%
Less metal roofing
9.4%
11.1%
10.7%
8.6%
9.7%
Percentage of Respondents who Specify Retrofit

Metal Roofing for Existing Buildings
East
South
Midwest
West
National
Yes
37.9%
40.5%
31.0%
17.2%
29.4%
No
62.1%
59.5%
69.0%
82.8%
70.6%
Metal Roofing Projects Specified, According to

Building Size
East
South
Midwest
West
National
80,000 square feet and

over
18.5%
5.7%
3.7%
5.4%
7.6%
50,000 to 79,999
square feet
14.8%
14.3%
0.0%
7.1%
9.0%
20,001 to 49,999
square feet
18.5%
22.9%
11.1%
14.3%
16.6%
20,000 to 10,000
square feet
18.5%
22.9%
33.3%
32.1%
27.6%
Under 10,000 square

feet
29.6%
34.3%
51.9%
41.1%
39.3%
March 2016
special feature
Photo: Gilbertson Photography
Metal Wall Panels
Metal wall panels showed a nice increase in the rate of specification for 2015
Those rates hold steading regardless of the regional of the country, although
compared to 2014. For new construction, the increase nationally totaled 7.6
architects in the Midwest report a greater likelihood to specify fewer metal
percent and 12.8 percent for renovation projects.
wall panels in 2016.
As with metal roofing, architects also expect to increase the specification
The most often specified type of metal wall panels is concealed fastener
of metal wall panels in 2016, with more than a quarter indicating they will
(58.5 percent), while architects still have a high propensity to specify exposed
increase the rate, while a third suggest the rate will remain constant for 2016.
fastener and corrugated.
Amount of Metal Wall Panels Projected in 2016

Compared to 2015
East
South
Midwest
West
National
More metal roofing
24.3%
27.3%
67.6%
30.0%
34.1%
About the same

amount of metal
roofing
28.2%
30.3%
70.1%
31.8%
36.8%
Less metal roofing
14.0%
10.1%
3.7%
5.9%
7.6%

Projects that Include Metal Walls
Percentage of Respondents Renovation Projects

that Include Metal Walls
East
South
Midwest
West
National
2014
24.3%
27.3%
67.6%
30.0%
34.1%
2014
2015
28.2%
30.3%
70.1%
31.8%
36.8%
Percent Change
14.0%
10.1%
3.7%
5.9%
7.6%
March 2016
East
South
Midwest
West
National
20.7%
23.2%
11.8%
10.0%
15.5%
2015
22.1%
25.3%
13.8%
12.5%
17.6%
Percent Change
11.2%
15.6%
12.2%
11.4%
12.8%
Types of Metal Wall Panels Specified

Type
East
South
Midwest
West
National
Concealed fastening
19.5%
16.5%
20.6%
18.0%
58.5%
Exposed fastening
12.6%
15.5%
14.7%
14.9%
46.2%
Corrugated
13.8%
18.6%
17.6%
18.0%
54.6%
Metal-faced
composite
17.2%
9.3%
13.2%
9.9%
37.7%
Foam-core smooth
9.2%
8.2%
8.8%
2.5%
20.0%
Foam-core ribbed
6.9%
8.2%
5.9%
5.0%
20.0%
Steel/aluminum plate
4.6%
5.2%
2.9%
8.1%
18.5%
Custom flat seam
5.7%
6.2%
4.4%
8.1%
20.8%
Individual shingles
1.1%
5.2%
1.5%
3.7%
10.0%
Perforated/expanded
metal
9.2%
7.2%
10.3%
11.8%
31.5%
Metal Buildings and Metal Framing Systems

Photo: G. Frank Hart Photography
In last years survey, about 20 percent of our respondents reported they had
About 20 percent of these respondents anticipate specifying more metal
specified a metal building system. This years respondents indicated about
building systems in 2016, with more than a third anticipating specifying about
25 percent have specified a metal building system in the previous year. This
the same amount. Only 10 percent see a potential decline in 2016.
year, our respondents indicate that the 2015 number is actually a decline
Architects and designers specifying metal framing systems will increase
compared to 2014. Both of those are for new construction. On the renova-
in 2016, with more than 26 percent reporting an increased likelihood to
tion side, more than 10 percent of our respondents specified a metal building
specify in 2016. More than a third will specifying metal framing systems at
system in 2015, which was up more than 7 percent from the previous year.
the same rate.

Projects that Include Metal Building Systems
2014
East
South
Midwest
West
National
47.2%
29.2%
18.5%
18.6%
26.5%
2015
36.5%
23.8%
19.7%
20.8%
24.2%
Percent Change
-29.3%
-22.7%
5.9%
10.7%
-9.5%
March 2016
special feature
Percentage of Respondents Renovation Projects that
Include Metal Building Systems
East
South
Midwest
West
National
2014
11.6%
16.3%
7.6%
6.1%
11.6%
2015
12.5%
15.6%
11.5%
5.9%
12.5%
Percent Change
7.3%
-4.3%
34.2%
-2.1%
7.3%
Amount of Metal Building Systems Projected in 2016

compared to 2015
East
South
Midwest
West
Amount of Metal Framing Systems Projected in 2016

compared to 2015
National
East
South
Midwest
West
National
40.0%
36.4%
23.1%
15.1%
26.3%
More metal
building systems
20.8%
25.0%
28.6%
15.1%
21.2%
More metal
framing systems
About the same

amount of metal
building systems
75.0%
65.6%
50.0%
75.5%
67.9%
About the same

amount of metal
framing systems
60.0%
54.5%
69.2%
77.4%
67.2%
Less metal
building systems
4.2%
9.4%
21.4%
9.4%
10.9%
Less metal
framing systems
0.0%
9.1%
7.7%
7.5%
6.6%
Green Technologies
For the last several years, we have asked architects and designers whether
they will specifying metal building products as a way to achieve LEED designation for buildings, and over that time we have seen a regular decrease
in that likelihood. That trend reversed in 2015, and 34 percent of our respondents (compared to 26.3 percent in 2014) suggesting they will look to metal
building products to achieve LEED designation.
The reporting on cool metal roofing over the years has not suggested
a clear trend in any direction for architects preference for this technology.
decrease in the use of cool metal roofing among our respondents.

With the plummeting energy prices, you could anticipate that architects
and designers may be shying away from alternative energy sources, but
our survey shows that they are specifying solar technology at the greatest
rate of any year we have asked this questions, with more than 38 percent of
respondents saying they specified solar technology in 2015.
Asked to project for 2016, the respondents seemed to be reluctant to
The results of this years survey further muddy those waters, and the best
draw strong conclusions, with the majority of them (57.6 percent) saying
conclusion we can draw is that there is no real trend line for an increase or
they would specify solar technology when possible.
March 2016
Percentage of Respondents Who Specified Metal

Building Products to Achieve LEED Designation
Percentage of Respondents Who Specified Solar

Panels, Photovoltaics or Solar Films
(Note: Data for 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 are from the 2012, 2013, 2014
and 2015 surveys respectively.)
(Note: Data for 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014 are from the 2012, 2013. 2014
2015
2014
2013
2012
Yes
34.0%
26.3%
33.1%
33.8%
43.4%
No
66.0%
73.7%
66.9%
66.2%
56.6%
2011
Percentage of Respondents Who Specified Cool

Metal Coatings
2015
2014
2013
2012
2011
Yes
38.6%
32.0%
26.8%
27.8%
28.3%
No
61.4%
68.0%
73.2%
72.2%
71.7%
Anticipated Usage of Solar Panels and

Photovoltaics in 2016
(Note: Data for 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 are from the 2012, 2013, 2014
2015
A lot more
2014
2013
2012
2011
Yes
36.7%
41.6%
42.8%
50.2%
41.5%
No
63.3%
58.4%
57.2%
49.8%
58.5%
East
South
Midwest
West
National
11.1%
9.1%
0.0%
3.8%
5.8%
Some more
11.1%
15.2%
3.8%
28.3%
17.3%
When possible
59.3%
54.5%
69.2%
52.8%
57.6%
Less
3.7%
6.1%
0.0%
3.8%
3.6%
None
14.8%
15.2%
26.9%
11.3%
15.8%
March 2016
building profile
The S.E.R.T facility aspires to be a world-class model
of ecological construction and sustainable energy.
Environmental
Educator
Repurposed campus building provides sustainable design concepts, green-learning labs and energy-efficient features
By Mark Robins, Senior Editor
to college students. The fully renovated building

aspires to be a world-class model of ecological
Iowa Lakes Community College, Estherville,

Iowa, has a long history of environmental awareness. In the late 1970s, the college started an
Engineering Technology
technology program has been teaching energy-
HVAC
saving initiatives for years.
Water Quality and Sustainable Aquatic Re-
latest efforts to maximize the principles of green
March 2016
The remodeled facility houses six programs:

Electrical Technology
nologies (S.E.R.T) facility exemplifies the colleges
cient features also double as learning opportunities.
environmental studies program. Its construction
Now, its Sustainable Energy Resources & Tech-
The original, 21-year-old building still had its Butler Manufacturing MR-24 standing seam roof, which required
neither maintenance nor repairs for the renovation.
construction and sustainable energy. Its energy-effi-
sources
Environmental Studies
Wind Energy and Turbine Technology classes
architecture, the reduction of energy consumption,
Learning Experience
elimination of volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
Purchased in 2010 in a sheriffs auction, the project
and maximization of natural lighting, all under one
originated as a 30,000-square-foot, abandoned
roof. The S.E.R.T building represents one of the
metal building used for light manufacturing. By
most extensive and ambitious projects the college
utilizing an existing facility, we were able to con-
has undertaken and we feel that the facility has the
serve where possible, and recycle all unnecessary
potential to have an impact locally, regionally and na-
components of the previous structure, minimizing
tionally as well as internationally, says Janice Lund,
our environmental impact, says Iowa Lakes Com-
president of the board of Trustees of Iowa Lakes.
munity College president Valerie Newhouse.
The premise and driving force behind the entire

facility is to teach sustainable energy technology
The existing structure provided the perfect

design aesthetic for the buildings use, so the
design team elected to leave the structure and shell

exposed. Multiple steel structures were fabricated
within the existing shell to support different sustainable technologies.
Repurposed for the college, it now has more
than 42,000 square feet of space with a completely
new, open, second level for cost-efficient future
expansion on the west side of the facility. Unfortunately, The entire building program was too large
to fit within the 30,000-square-foot floor plate that
existed, so a second floor was added to a portion
of the building, says Dave Briden, AIA, president,
frk architects + engineers, West Des Moines, Iowa.
This was accomplished by inserting a separate,
structural steel frame into the existing shell. The
major challenge involved getting the pieces into the
building and erecting them within the confines of
the shell. The atrium space designed into the center
of the structure made this feasible.
Metal panels were used because of the economic value they offer, speed of construction, and their
ease and variety of uses, including appearance and
product longevity with low maintenance.
The existing metal wall panels remained in place
and were covered with Kansas City, Mo.-based
Butler Manufacturing 26-gauge Butlerib II wall
panels in custom-color Award Blue with matching
downspouts. Existing 24-gauge Flat StylWall wall
Solar shading of the aluminum curtainwall glazing on

the buildings southeast corner was accomplished by
an all-aluminum sunshade device hung from the steel
framework near the main entrance.
floor to provide year-round instruction on this critical
Solar Solutions
component of a wind turbine. It weighs more than
Natural light enters the building via Manhattan, Kan.-
70 tons, so steel was the logical choice to build a
based Manko Window Systems Inc.s 120 feet of
framework to support this component.
18-foot-tall windows. Six, 2-feet by 10-feet prismatic
thermal wells. This is accomplished by recirculat-
diameter Solatube solar tubes from Solatube Inter-
ing water through 60 wells that are 300 feet deep
national Inc., Vista, Calif., also spread daylighting.
[under the parking lot], says Christensen. The floor

of the atrium is a polished-concrete, radiant-heated
panels with TextureCote from Butler were repainted
slab that uses a geothermal field for heating. The
in Shell Gray.
geothermal heat in the floor works great, says
The 21-year-old building still had its original
Delaine Hiney, executive director of facilities man-
24-gauge Butler MR-24 standing seam roof. No
agement at Iowa Lakes Community College. The
repairs were needed for it as part of the renovation,
S.E.R.T. Building is the only building we have that I
showing the longevity of Butler Manufacturings
do not get any complaints on due to uneven heat.
standing seam roof, says Steven P. Christensen,

president at Christensen Construction, Estherville.
Butler Sunlite Strip roof light panels and four 21-inch
The building is both heated and cooled by geo-
The building utilizes solar energy to power

rooftop units used for cooling a portion of the
facility. The exterior south face of the building
has a structural steel screen that supports a solar
photovoltaic (PV) array [from Hillsboro, Ore.-based
SolarWorld Americas Inc.] that provides electricity
to power the mechanical units serving the building, says Briden. It takes full advantage of the sun
as well as providing a visual screen for the existing
Christensen says when the natural ground water
metal building and clearly identifying the buildings
temperature isnt sufficient, a refrigeration process
purpose for the community. The PV system lowers
Every college has its signature campus color.
is used in conjunction with the wells. At the student
the buildings electricity bills and provides a learning
This project required a specific deep-blue color for
lounge area, the geothermal heat pump room is on
lab for students.
the exterior panels that Butler Manufacturing does
display behind glass for all of the students to see
not typically offer; however, we were able to have
and is efficiently illuminated with blue LED lighting.
be more difficult to put the solar panels on the roof
the panels painted to order while still meeting the
For all its classrooms, the steel floor structure is
structurally and they would also create a snow drift
projects delivery deadline, says Paul Peterson,

engineering services manager at Butler Manufacturing.
Sustainable, Educational
The S.E.R.T. Building is designed to be energy and
mechanically efficient, constructed using the LEED
rating system with sustainable, durable materials.
There are a variety of technologies within the
facility that are showcased. The focal point in the
center of the buildings atrium is the nacelle. The
Why not put the panels on the roof? It would
exposed as a portion of the finished ceiling. In the
load on the building, says Christensen. In addi-
lobby, horizontal metal panels in Laker Yellow add
tion, the owner wanted the interest and attention
a focal point to the entry space along with maple
they would grab by having them prominently placed

at the front of the building.
wood panels and glazed walls. Three large fans in
The southeast corner of the building was opened
the lobby ceiling finish out the space, constantly
up and infilled with Manko Window Systems alumi-
turning at very low RPM while moving air back

down to the floor slab to supplement air circulation.
There are occupancy sensors for lighting and hydration stations.
num curtainwall to provide a connection to campus.

Solar shading of the aluminum curtainwall glazing
was accomplished by an all-aluminum sunshade
device [from The Airolite Co., Schofield, Wis.] hung
There was minimal thermal insulation in the
from the steel framework near the main entrance,
70-ton nacelle is a generator that sits on top of a
exterior walls and roof, most of the exterior win-
wind turbine and generates electricity from the spin-
dows were single-pane and the window frames had
ning of the large wind turbine blades, says Briden.
no thermal breaks. The HVAC system was grossly
S.E.R.T.s academic achievement is a cost-effi-
By placing one of these in the building, students
inefficient causing a tremendous waste of energy.
cient, aesthetically appealing example of sustainable
could safely learn to work on one and do so regard-
The new design addressed this with added exterior
design. It provides optimal space for program con-
less of the weather. Normally found at the top of
insulation, and replacement thermal-pane glass
solidation, right-size classrooms, and added technol-
a tower, the nacelle was installed 15 feet off of the
windows.
ogy infrastructure for current and future growth.
Briden adds. The sunshade filters out 60 percent of

the direct sunlight.
March 2016
building profile
Daylighting system
Daylighting system adds natural daylight,
Photovoltaic panels
Solar energy powers rooftop units to cool the
energy savings and occupant comfort.
facility and provide a learning lab for students.
Exterior structural steel

framework
Sunshades
Steel frame supports photovoltaic array and
Sunshades filter out 60 percent of direct sunlight.
shading device.
Geothermal heating/cooling
Geothermal heating and cooling is accomplished by
recirculating water through 60 wells that are 300 feet
deep in the ground.
March 2016
Thermal pane glass windows

120 feet of 18-foot-tall windows allows
natural light to enter the building.
Metal panels
Specially colored deep-blue, 26-gauge metal
panels reflect signature campus colors, and
provide product longevity and low maintenance.
Repurposed building
Utilizing an existing facility conserved and recycled
components, minimizing environmental impact.
Curtainwall
Aluminum curtainwall provides a connection to
the campus and employs a printed film graphic on
the east-facing glass for additional sun control.
Sustainable Energy Resources & Technologies (S.E.R.T.) facility, Estherville, Iowa

Completed: September 2014
Total square feet: 42,000 square feet
Building owner: Iowa Lakes Community College
Architect: frk architects + engineers, West Des Moines, Iowa
General contractor and metal installer: Christensen Construction, Estherville
Aluminum curtainwall: Manko Window Systems Inc., Manhattan, Kan., www.mankowindows.com, Circle #20
Metal wall panels/daylighting system: Butler Manufacturing, Kansas City, Mo., www.butlermfg.com, Circle #21
Photovoltaics: SolarWorld Americas Inc., Hillsboro, Ore., www.solarworld.com, Circle #22
Skylights: Solatube International Inc., Vista, Calif., www.solatube.com, Circle #23
Sunshade: The Airolite Co., Schofield, Wis., www.airolite.com, Circle #24
March 2016
case study
Architectural Mesh, Expanded & Perforated Metals
Mesh as Canvas
Architects work with woven metal mesh manufacturer to customize fabric for their own office
By Harrison Horan
For more than 25 years, Simon Oswald Architecture (SOA) has operated on the principle that
good design is a thoughtful process that produces inspiring spaces. This principle is exemplified
in the firms new Columbia, Mo., office, completed in January 2015. There may not be a more
thoughtful process for an architectural firm than
designing their own space; a space that serves as
an example of their work and as a representation
of their identity.
The identity of SOA is one of timeless design
aesthetically appealing, but both functional and
cost-effective. To match this identity, SOA turned to
woven metal mesh, a beautiful but affordable material that has a wide variety of functions. The material
was chosen because it could create a partition
behind the offices reception area and simultaneously surround the firms 3-D logo, adding structure,
texture and elegantly showcasing the SOA logo.
through to the next space and creating a moir
Typically, metal mesh in tension is wrapped
A Design Challenge
effect of movement, says Robbie Price, architect
around like a hook or hemmed, forcing the wire out
The partition and signage design incorporates two
with SOA. The second was to create a more open
of a crimped state. The result is a compromised
runs of woven wire mesh suspended in tension
space in the middle, allowing the SOA logo to be
material that loses strength and structure. However,
from ceiling-to-floor with stainless steel cables.
more apparent.
in this case, Bankers new attachment was de-
The sign component, fabricated with two sound-
Banker Wires flexibility and willingness to
signed to keep the mesh panels flat, and therefore
absorbing panels, occupies the space in between
custom manufacture its material allowed SOA to
did not alter the state of the material. Aesthetically,
the meshcreating an open feeling and providing
overcome this challenge, simultaneously creating an
the systems subtlety and thinness fits with SOAs
acoustical control without obscuring the SOA logo.
effect for the company logo and creating an open
overall design, while its strength ensures a durable
feeling.
solution.
Turning this concept into reality was a chal-
The Banker Wire mesh pattern used was SJD-
lenge in both its design and installation. The design

required customized open areas for the mesh, while
4. This pattern offers variable pitch, meaning that
A Collaborative Process
the installation called for the material to float in
designers have complete control over the weaves
Working together creatively under a strict timetable,
tension. As a result, the project required a capable,
appearance. Banker worked with SOA to determine
Banker Wire and SOA were able to design and
versatile, and trusted partner. SOA turned to Banker
the distance between wirescontrolling density,
create a woven mesh sign and interior partition that
Wire, Mukwonago, Wis. SOA had worked with
percent open area and pattern. With this weave,
embodies the companys identity. The final result is
Banker several times in the past, and each time
SOA found the perfect pattern for their design and
an improved interior space and a corporate identifier
Banker was able to deliver completely custom
performance goals.
that symbolizes SOAs commitment to progressive

design.
weave patterns and interface systems efficiently,
The second challenge was to find an ideal
effectively and affordably. Customization was es-
method for installing the metal mesh in tension.
sential for the reception area partition and signage
SOA wanted the woven wire mesh panels to float
during the design process and facilitated a short
application.
within the space between the ceiling and the floor.
production schedule to meet SOAs construction
Solid frames or posts would have clashed with this
timetable, says Price. It was a pleasure to work
propriate openness of the woven metal mesh, and
free-floating design vision, so Banker Wire proposed
with them.
hence control the density of the material to serve
an innovative framing solution called Bolted Tension
two different purposes:
Spine. This is a three-layered system that includes a
Harrison Horan is the vice president of Banker
center spine and two outer covers that are laser-cut
Wire, Mukwonago, Wis. To learn more, visit www.
to capture the crimped wires shape.
bankerwire.com.
The first challenge was to determine the ap-
The first purpose was to create tight spacing

around the periphery of the sign, reducing visibility
March 2016
Banker Wire provided great communication
Signature Designs
Stainless steel mesh creates distinctive, high-tech design for new landmark bio building
Photo courtesy of Cambridge Architectural
By Matt OConnell
While touring Baxaltas bio-manufacturing plant
in Los Angeles, leadership at Georgias Quick
Start were struck by the heavy use of stainless steel throughout the facility. The glistening autoclaves, hoods, precision tools and
equipment soon became the inspiration for the
Atlanta-based architect Cooper Carrys design
and exterior branding of one of the firms newest
projectsthe Georgia BioScience Training Center.
Wrapped in an exterior veil of metal mesh
fabricated by Cambridge, Md.-based Cambridge
Architectural, the landmark facility, which opened
in September 2015, serves a dual function for the
state of Georgia: part work force training center for
bio-manufacturing employees; part recruitment tool
for attracting global biosciences firms to the state.
Recruitment Tool
Georgia enhanced its reputation as one of Americas
best states for doing business by winning a 2012
competitive bid for the new $1 billion Baxalta immunoglobulin therapies plant. One of the states key
incentives was the promise to build a $14 million
workforce training center initially dedicated to new
Cambridge Architectural was brought into the
square feet were used on the faade.

The mesh is expressed independently from
design process early in the projects life and began

to exchange mesh samples and ideas with Cooper
the main faade with facets and plane changes to
Carry. The team ultimately settled on a custom,
provide a dynamic, crystalline aesthetic with ever-
semi-rigid mesh specification with a relatively fine
changing shadows and reflections that suggest
weave.
a sense of movement, says Nathan Williamson,

associate principal at Cooper Carry.
Dubbed Lanier for the nearby Georgia lake of

the same name, the new Cambridge patternnow
Interesting and compelling, it reflects light and
available in the companys portfolio for use on other
changes in appearance throughout the day. At night,
projectshas a 50 percent open area (in the case
the mesh is a backdrop for a wall wash of LED light-
of Georgia BioScience) capable of reflectingand
ing that glistens in a variety of colors.
not absorbinghalf of the suns radiant energy. For
Interior laboratories, classrooms, conference
other projects, Laniers open area can be expanded
rooms and public spaces are shaded by the exterior
of the Technical College System of Georgia, the
or contracted by removing fill wires as the pattern
veil, which reduces heat loads by 10 percent, and
new facility, located an hour from Atlanta in the
repeats.
eliminates the need to install blinds or motorized
Baxalta employees.
Operated by Georgia Quick Start, a division
small town of Social Circle, would also double as a
Cambridge engineers used 3-D modeling fol-
research center, technology transfer incubator and
lowed by multiple mock-up processes with Cooper
workforce development tool to engage future busi-
Carry to design an angular veil that would be sus-
nesses and their employees.
pended off the building on a steel frame. Most of

the panels are not simple rectangles but trapezoids
Hi-Tech Appearance/Passive Shading
that are flexed and bent to create angular shapes.
Selected as the architect, Cooper Carry was chal-
A total of 149 mesh panels covering 10,900
shades.
The mesh is attached to the structure using
Clevis, a fully engineered, in-tension system designed by Cambridge.
Inside Georgia BioScience, Matte, a Cambridge
flexible mesh pattern similar to Lanier, was used to
surround an open air, elliptical courtyard that is the
lenged to develop a signature, hi-tech design that
focal point of the interior and is the initial vista when
evoked the sophistication of 21st century bio-man-
entering the facility. Mesh also provides screening
ufacturing and enhanced the centers function as a

marketing tool.
The faade design was a mix of metal mesh
Georgia BioScience Training Center,

Social Circle, Ga.
with glass behind it, as well as smaller areas where
Owner: Georgia Quick Start, a division of the technical

college system of Georgia
glass is directly exposed for views and a connection
Completed: September 2015
to nature.
Architect: Cooper Carry, Atlanta
The choice of a hand-woven stainless steel exterior veil offered the versatility of aesthetic benefits
combined with solar shading, daylighting and solar
heat-gain reduction.
General contractor: Whiting-Turner, Atlanta

Installer: L&S Erectors Inc., Litchfield, Ohio
Metal mesh: Cambridge Architectural, Cambridge, Md.
for the Centers main conference room. An Eyebolt

system is used to attach the mesh on the buildings
interior.
Matt OConnell is director of operations at
Cambridge, Md.-based Cambridge Architectural,
a full-service provider of architectural mesh
systems for both interior and exterior building
applications. For more information, visit www.
cambridgearchitectural.com.
March 2016
case study
Architectural Mesh, Expanded & Perforated Metals
A Healing Outdoor Garden

Wire mesh Eco-rock wall blends with hospital features
By Mary Estes
When New Milford Hospital in New Milford,
Conn., completed a $12 million, 11,000-squarefoot renovation and expansion of its emergency
department, the hospital added an outdoor
garden known as The Healing Garden. The
area provides a respite for visitors, patients and
families.
The gardens location near the new emergency
departments circular drive entrance, and adjacent
to the hospitals brick generator building, presented
challenges that required creative thinking and resourcefulness.
The planners needed a dual-purpose solution:
an attractive backdrop for the 30- by 40-foot garden
and a screen to shield the view of the mechanical
building. Complementing the surroundings was key.
The team went in search of a sturdy product
that would blend with the concrete elements of the
emergency department expansion, the brownstone
faade on the retaining wall that circled the drive-
The result is a series of virtual wire mesh
The material selection is plain steel, galvannealed,
way entry and the granite bollards that help define
containers or boxes, each measuring 5 feet wide by
the boundaries of the driveway.
304 stainless steel with finishes that include mill,
4 inches thick by 8 feet high. The team chose wire
bare (sandblasted to be weathered), and powder
mesh that is 0.148-inch in diameter and has 1-inch
of Glastonbury, Conn.especially wanted a material
coated. Wire openings can be 2 by 2 inches, 3 by 3
square openings, small enough to hold 140 cubic
that would consume less space than a conventional
inches, 1.5- by 1.5-inch, or 1- by 1-inch.
feet of high-quality rounded blue and grey stone,
brick wall while expressing the same sense of
each measuring 2 to 2.5 inches.
The architectThe SLAM Collaborative (SLAM)
permanency.
Once installed and secured, the construction
We needed a visual solution that gives the
workers used 5-gallon buckets, to haul and pour the
area immediate aesthetic appeal and is far more
greyish-blue rock into the 4-inch opening at the top
interesting than a traditional wall, says Tom Swale,
of the wire box.
project landscape architect with SLAM.

With sustainability, low maintenance and com-
While ECO-ROCK can hold a variety of materials,

including glass and recycled concrete, SLAM liked
patibility to the surroundings a priority, SLAM found
the way the smooth, multi-hued stone harmonized
the answer in Tampa, Fla.-based McNICHOLS Co.s
with the color and material used in the hospital
ECO-ROCK, a durable metal wire mesh product that
expansion.
takes screens and walls to a new level.

Swale describes ECO-ROCK as a sturdy way
ECO-ROCK wire mesh is made with an intercrimp weave and is available for breadths of 4 to 12
to construct a thin wall that has benefits over
inches, heights of 3 to 8 feet and panel widths of
masonry because the system allows for movement
3 to 5 feet, with custom sizes possible. As at The
of the air.
Healing Garden, the decorative, gabion-style metal
Assisted by contractor Guerrera Construction
wire containers can be installed and filled on-site.
The Healing Garden installation took about a

week, including hand filling the rocks, says Mike
Norkowski, project manager for Guerrera Construction Co. Inc., Oxford, Conn.
Swale says the team worked with McNICHOLS,
to come up with right product and the proper way
to detail it.
While ECO-ROCK is used for decorative purposes, the gabion concept is a centuries-old method
of controlling erosion, forming the foundation for
construction and other industrial applications.
Gabion comes from the Italian gabbione, which
means big cage. It describes a container that can
be filled with stones, rock or other material for
landscaping, civil engineering and military purposes,
among others uses.
of Danbury, Conn., and McNICHOLS, the team
The system can be applied to either interior or ex-
created the 70-foot-long ECO-ROCK screen system
terior settings where partitions, room dividers and
Mary Estes, principal of Tampa, Fla.-based Estes
comprised of a series of two-sided galvannealed
seating areas are needed to create an environment
& Co., is a freelance writer who contributes articles
wire mesh panels and metal frames. Powder coated
look.
to trade journals in industries including metal supply
in texture black, the frame and wire mesh fasten at
ECO-ROCK is available in wire diameters includ-
and manufacturing, health care and technology. To
strategic points to metal posts measuring 4 by 3 by
ing 0.148 (9-gauge), 0.192 (6-gauge) with bulge wire
learn more about Tampa-based McNichols Co., visit
1/4 inches, which are secured to cement pillars.
diameter of 0.105 (12-gauge) to 0.148 (9 -gauge).
www.mcnichols.com.
March 2016
architect profile
A Calling Fulfilled
A love of history and architecture drives architect Kathryn Crocketts work
By Marcy Marro, Editor
Everyone takes a different career path to get to
where theyre meant to be. While some people
know from an early age what they want to do
Kathryn Crockett
instilled in her a love of history, taking her to tour
at the firm, becoming a registered architect, princi-
historical houses.
pal and now vice president. While shes taking on
Crockett attended college at Mount Holyoke in
more management responsibilities, Crockett says
South Hadley, Mass., where she got a Liberal Arts
she views them as having a design component. I
degree in American Studies. While her interest was
think its challenging to see various assets of man-
always in architecture, she says there really wasnt
agement and think creatively about how to make
with their life and aim right for it, others take a
an outlet for her at the time. She ended up channel-
these different issues evolvefinancial, personnel,
more roundabout path to arrive in their chosen
ing that interest towards preservation architecture,
getting more work, she explains. That kind of
career. While it took awhile for Kathryn Crockett,
which led to a career working in cultural museums.
goes to my own diverse background, and I enjoy
AIA, LEED AP, vice president of Lamoureux Pagano Associates in Worcester, Mass., to become
that.
Changing Directions
After realizing she wasnt feeling fulfilled in her ca-
Historical and Cultural Inspiration
an architect, she says she has always had an
reer, Crockett decided to circle back to architecture
Crockett brings her interest in history and preserva-
innate interest in architecture that has driven her
and pursued a degree at the Boston Architectural
tion to the projects she works on. I have a unique
life and career.
Center (now called the Boston Architectural Col-
approach to architecture, Crockett says. I dont
lege). The schools work-study program allowed her
have only a strictly architecture background so I
Early Inspiration
to attend classes at night while working at Lamou-
bring a different dimension to projects because of
Growing up, Crockett moved around a lot with her
reux Pagano Associates as an intern during the day.
my diverse education and set of interests.
The program was a great asset for Crockett, pro-
family. Since her parents were always looking at
Projects with a historical component really
house plans, she says she used to pick up books
viding her a hands-on career. I was learning about
resonate with Crockett. She enjoys digging deep
of house plans, and before long, started developing
it in the classroom and practicing it in the work-
into projects, looking at the site and the project and
her own plans.
place, she says. And the people that I worked
thinking about where it evolved from and where it
with here were tremendously supportive and I was
is going. Over the years Crockett has developed
eral Electric, who recognized her interest in archi-
able to develop skills and leverage them into the
a strong expertise in programming, which she
tecture early on, setting her up with a little drawing
position that I have now.
attributes to her interest in the cultural aspect of
It was Crocketts father, an engineer with Gen-
board and T-square. Her mother, on the other hand,
Over the years, Crocketts responsibilities grew
ConEds East 16th Street Service Center in New York City.
The playground area at Sherwood Middle School in

Shrewsbury, Mass., which shows off the projects
exterior wall system and solar wall application.
March 2016
architecture.
Arch
Connect
What kind of music do you listen to?
I love a wide variety of music. I have, of

late, really become interested in classical music and find it to be really inspiring and relaxing, but I also love women
musicians that have a really strong
point of view, and almost an earthy way
of singing, like Carole King or Bonnie
Raitt.
The front entrance to Sherwood Middle School in

Shrewsbury, Mass., features a highly efficient metal
wall faade.
Additionally, Crockett says shes very inter-
Additionally, the fact that metal often ends up
ested in the role of architecture within the cultural
being a relatively economical product for projects
landscape. Specifically, how architecture affects
is a factor, she notes.
people, and how we affect patterns of living,

with the goal of hopefully improving things. For
Community Involvement
instance, she explains, how does architecture ad-
A moderate-sized firm in the New England area,
dress the cultural aspects of our society and our
Lamoureux Pagano Associates has been around
communities?
for 40 years and has 19 staff members. With a

very diverse portfolio, the company prides itself
Metal Inspiration
on the number of repeat clients it has had over the
Crockett says the firm looks to metal for a vari-
years.
ety of reasons, including it is a readily available
It encourages its staff members to be involved
product with contractors who can erect it well and
in the community. Because we are rooted here,
work with it. We especially like to use metal for
we want to give back to the community thats
a contemporary look for a building, to give it a less
given us work, Crockett says. We see that as
traditional look than you often find in New Eng-
a cycle thats important, so we really encourage
land, where were really a brick-and-mortar area,
people to be involved, and I was encouraged at an
she says.
early point to do that.
Metal is a tremendously flexible product
Crockett is a past president of the Massa-
for us, Crockett says. She notes that the firm
chusetts AIA, and a former board member and
works in curves a lot, so there are opportunities
president of the Central Massachusetts AIA. She
with metal that arent always the case with other
was also president of the Mechanics Hall As-
materials. We like the finished opportunities for
sociation, and serves on the advisory board for
it, she adds.
the architectural technology program at Fitchburg

A metal roof highlights the new 45,000-square-foot
cultural center at Eagle Hill School in Hardwick,
Mass.
What do you do on weekends?
I absolutely love gardening. Gardening

is a huge hobby of mine, and I think it
is a counterpoint to what I do day to
day at work in that I do it sort of quietly
by myself, Im not working with a lot of
people. Its a small thing I can nurture
and control, rather than a big item. So I
really love gardening. My family really
loves good food and food that is taken
from the garden and cooked. We get
great pleasure from that.
What is your favorite book?
I like just about any book; I love to read.
Whats your favorite app on your phone or

tablet?
I dont have one yet, since I just got a
Microsoft Surface Pro.
Where is your favorite place to vacation?
I have one daughter, and my husband

and I live in a rural area. My husband,
whos a blacksmith, built our house. We
have a little acreage and we do a bit of
farming. We love where we live and being a part of that community. And thats
really how I like to spend my free time,
and even vacations. To me, going home
is like a vacation.
State University.
When she became president at Mechanics Hall,
Crockett says it gave her the opportunity to develop
leadership skills outside of the office. I believe that
is something that I have transferred to my position
here, she says. I learned a tremendous amount
through that [experience].
While her career took a bit of a turn before
eventually settling into the role of architect, Crockett
says she feels like shes in the right place. I have
never questioned am I in the right career, which
is a fabulous place to be, she says. And I dont
think about what else I could be doing because Ive
already done that and I wasnt fulfilled. So I have
that as a comparison. I think thats actually a good
life experience.
March 2016
market feature
Sports and Recreation
Photos: Robert Oswald, Oswald Design Studio
Metal building supports

hockey center design
American Buildings Co. supplied a metal building
system including metal roof panels and metal wall
panels for Ford Ice Center in Nashville, Tenn. The
roof was constructed with insulated standing seam
roof panels in White and an ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) membrane. The walls were
built with insulated metal wall panels in White with
an embossed finish. Acrylic and aluminum panels
were also installed.
The LEED Silver-certified facility features two
hockey rinks with meeting space overlooking
them, locker rooms, outdoor skating space, skate
rental area, concession area and gift shop. The
80,000-square-foot athletic facility was completed
in September 2013. It is part of a public-private
partnership between the Nashville Predators and
Nashville city government.
March 2016
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For more projects, visit www.metalarchitecture.com/articles/projects/sports-rec.aspx
Architect: Lose and Associates Inc., Nashville, Tenn.

General contractor: American Constructors Inc., Nashville
Builder: Choice Construction Inc., Nashville
Metal building system: American Buildings Co., Eufaula, Ala., www.americanbuildings.com, Circle #25
March 2016
market feature
Colorful roofs clad amusement park
R.E. Primm and Co. installed 25,000

square feet of Petersen Aluminum Corp.s
0.032-aluminum, 16-inch Snap-Clad standing seam panels and 0.032-aluminum, R-36
exposed fastener panels in Patina Green,
Terra Cotta and Military Blue on 22 buildings in Hurricane Harbor at Six Flags
Over Georgia in Atlanta. Each structure
was clad with 800 square feet to 6,000
square feet of the brightly colored metal
roof panels to fit the water parks tropical
island theme. The aluminum panels were
specified due to the facilitys close proximArchitect: Hill, Foley, Rossi and Associates, Duluth, Ga.
ity to chlorinated water.

Hurricane Harbor was completed in
General contractor: McMichaels Construction Co., Covington, Ga.
2014 and features a 38,000-square-foot
Supplier: CRS Inc., Doraville, Ga.
wave pool with a variety of waterslide
Installer: R.E. Primm and Co., Tucker, Ga.
rides. The tropical island theme is conveyed
Metal roof panels: Petersen Aluminum Corp., Elk Grove Village, Ill., www.pac-clad.com, Circle #26
with landscaping, beach scenery, dining,

shopping and lounging amenities.
Rick Primm, president at R.E. Primm,
says the project had one of the tightest
deadlines his company has encountered.
We were moving along pretty well when
I suddenly got a call from the [general
contractor] asking if we could finish up in
four days, he says. I thought we had at
least two weeks before we had to be done.
Several of the smaller buildings hadnt even
been built yet. We brought in extra crews
and worked day and night to get it done.
March 2016
Metal distinguishes
cycling facility
CannonDesign Inc. designed Mattamy National Cycling Centre, Milton, Ontario,
Canada, with a cylindrical exterior wrap around a Union Cycliste Internationalecertified category 1 indoor cycling track. Kingspan Insulated Panels Inc.s KS MicroRib and Optimo Embossed insulated metal panels (IMPs) in Ascot White, Driftwood
and Zinc Grey were installed vertically and horizontally on the three-story velodrome.
Andrew Toma, business development manager at Kingspan Insulated Panels, says,
Trying to work with a continuous radius around the building meant 36-inch module
panels were needed.
Architect: CannonDesign Inc., Grand Island, N.Y.

General contractor: Bouygues Building Canada, Toronto
Metal wall panels: Kingspan Insulated Panels Inc., Deland, Fla., www.kingspanpanels.us, Circle #27
CannonDesign specified the IMPs to increase build-speed and meet

project goals for the facility to host the Canadian Track Championships, Milton International Challenge and the 2015 Pan American Games. The IMPs
were assembled off-site and the LEED Silver-certified project was completed in January 2015. Mattamy National Cycling Centre is a community
recreational facility and home to the Canadian National Cycling Team. Its
250-meter timber track features two 42-degree angle banks, which riders
can use to reach 43.5 mph heading into the turns.
March 2016
market feature
Aquatic center design calls for screenwall

Johnson Bailey Henderson McNeel specified metal
wall panels and metal screenwall panels for the
Tupelo Aquatic Center, Tupelo, Miss., for contemporary aesthetics, moisture protection, thermal
efficiency and sustainability attributes.
Chad Martin, of FLC Systems, a division of F.L.
Crane and Sons Inc., the dealer and installer for the
project, says the front feature wall of the administration area included a long, curved wall with perforated panels. It was a challenge to properly layout
these panels so that the joints fell right on the tube
supports, but our detailer and installer did a great
job and the result looked fantastic, he says.
CENTRIA supplied 17,874 square feet of its
22/26-gauge, 2-inch horizontal Formawall Graphix
Series metal wall panels in Light Gray with an
embossed finish and Fluorofinish coating, and 2,706
square feet of 22/26-gauge, 2-inch horizontal Formawall Dimension Series insulated metal panels in
Light Gray with an embossed finish and Fluorofinish
coating.
Additionally, CENTRIA supplied 11,071 square feet of
its 22-gauge horizontal Econolap metal wall panels in Light
Gray with a smooth finish and Sundance Mica coating, and
1,069 square feet of its 22-gauge EcoScreen Perforated
Screenwall in Silversmith and Sundance Mica coating.
The Tupelo Aquatic Center is a parks and recreation
department program for the city. It features a recreational
swimming pool, diving boards, climbing wall, obstacle
course and multipurpose room for hosting meetings and
parties. The program offers swim lessons, safety classes,
sports activities and organized fitness programming. The
aquatics facility was completed in September 2013.
Architect: Johnson Bailey Henderson McNeel, Tupelo, Miss.

General contractor: Murphy and Sons Inc., Southaven, Miss.
Dealer/installer: FLC Systems, a division of F.L. Crane and Sons Inc., Fulton, Miss.
Metal wall panels: CENTRIA, Moon Township, Pa., www.centriaperformance.com, Circle #28
March 2016
Metal building makes curling center
Photos: John Clark, Ft. Collins, Colo.
Masonry accents required a custom wind-load

design for the Denver Curling Center in Golden,
Colo. The sports and recreation facility was
constructed with a 14-foot, 9-inch eave height.
Heath Steel supplied and erected Chief Buildings metal building system including its standing
seam roof system and Architectural Panel (AP)
concealed fastener metal wall panels for the
18,500-square-foot project. Additionally, Thermal
Design Inc.s Simple Saver System insulation was
installed. Completed in October 2014, the project
won Chief Buildings Building of the Year award
for 2014.
Architect: Farnsworth Group, Denver

General contractor: Calcon Constructors Inc., Englewood, Colo.
Metal building system supplier/erector: Heath Steel, Fort Collins, Colo.
Insulation: Thermal Design Inc., Madison, Neb., www.thermaldesign.com, Circle #29
Metal building system: Chief Buildings, Grand Island, Neb., www.chiefbuildings.com, Circle #30

March 2016
market feature
Metal combines
university athletic
center services
Three athletic buildings were connected into a single facility for
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Universitys Athletics Center
renovation project in Prescott, Ariz., completed in January 2015.
W. Alan Kenson and Associates P.C., the architecture firm for the
project, specified MBCIs Artisan Series, LokSeam, SuperLok and
Ultra-Dek metal roof panels in Copper Metallic and Galvalume. Additionally, MBCIs PBU panels were reverse rolled and used for the
interior liner and soffit, and MBCIs 7.2 metal wall panels and PBC
metal wall panels were used for the walls. The project includes a
new fitness center, basketball court and bleachers, trainer facilities
and equipment for the weight room.
Architect: W. Alan Kenson and Associates P.C., Prescott, Ariz.
Metal roof/wall panels: MBCI, Houston, www.mbci.com, Circle #31
March 2016
Steel builds indoor baseball fields

Vulcraft/Verco Group, a division of Nucor, supplied
its Short Span, Long Span Steel Joists, Steel Roof
Deck, 1.5B, 3N, 3NPA and Steel Floor Deck, 0.6C,
for the P&G Cincinnati MLB Urban Youth Academy in Cincinnati. The 33,000-square-foot athletic
facility features four fields and classrooms, and
offers year-round baseball and softball play indoors.
Cincinnati Reds Urban Youth Academy was completed in July 2014 and received a 2015 NuHeights
Design Award from Nucor.
Owner: Cincinnati Reds, Cincinnati

Architect: MSA Architects, Cincinnati
General contractor: Kokosing Construction Co. Inc., Westerville, Ohio
Builder: Cincinnati Construction Products Inc., Cincinnati
Steel: Vulcraft/Verco Group, a division of Nucor, Charlotte, N.C., www.vulcraft.com, Circle #32
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March 2016
market feature
Insulated metal panels work for YMCA

Metl-Span LLC supplied its Tuff Wall insulated
Photos: Courtesy of Dave Clough Photography
metal panels in multiple colors for Exeter Area

YMCAs exterior in Exeter, N.H. The insulated
metal panels have a 22.27 R-value. CEI Composite Materials supplied aluminum composite
material accent trims and Blue Dot Glass LLC
supplied storefront windows with aluminum sunshades for the 33,000-square-foot project, completed in August 2015. Academy Roofing Corp.,
the installer for the project, installed 24-inch and
28-inch diameter solar daylight tubes supplied by
Willco Sales and Service Inc. in the gymnasium
and wellness center. SL Chasse Welding and
Fabricating Inc. supplied structural steel.
The interior of the two-story steel building features first- and second-floor corridors of
ornate, polished concrete, with a winding river
pattern leading from the first-floor gas fireplace
to a two-story donor wall of rustic ash planking
mounted with donor plaques. A glass cover was
designed to give it a faux waterfall appearance.
The corridors have a painted, exposed joist and
deck in the ceiling with exposed ductwork.
Exeter Area YMCA features a lobby with a radius millwork reception desk and concrete transaction counter, and indoor track above a fullcourt gymnasium. The recreation facility has a
cardio and weight room, locker rooms, wellness
center, three group fitness studios, multipurpose
community room, teen center and child watch
room. The gymnasium includes two volleyball
nets, six basketball hoops and scoreboard.
Owner: Southern District YMCA, Exeter, N.H.

Architect: Bruce Ronayne Hamilton Architects, New Ipswich, N.H.
General contractors: Bob Frizell General Contractor Inc., Milton, N.H., and Busby Construction Co. Inc., Atkinson, N.H.
Design-builder/construction manager: Jewett Construction Co. Inc., Raymond, N.H.
Structural engineer: Summit Engineering Inc., Pikeville, Ky.
Daylight tubes supplier: Willco Sales and Service Inc., Stratford, Conn.
Insulated metal panel supplier: Brookside Co. Inc., Stow, Mass.
Steel fabricator/erector: SL Chasse Welding and Fabricating Inc., Hudson, N.H.
Installers: Academy Roofing Corp., Rindge, N.H., and Barrett Siding Inc., Londonderry, N.H.
Aluminum composite material: CEI Composite Materials, Manchester, N.H., www.ceicomposites.com, Circle #33
Metal wall panels: Metl-Span LLC, Lewisville, Texas, www.metlspan.com, Circle #34
Steel: SL Chasse Welding and Fabricating Inc., Hudson, N.H., www.slchassesteelfab.com, Circle #35
Storefront/sunshade: Blue Dot Glass LLC, Hooksett, N.H., (603) 641-5177, Circle #36
March 2016
Curved roof tops basketball arena

AECOM designed the University of Mississippis
Photos: Ole Miss
The Pavilion at Ole Miss basketball arena in Oxford, Miss., with a curved and colonnaded entrance
faade that relates with its curved roof. The facility
consists of a three-story, structural steel frame supporting steel trusses. AECOM Technology specified
ACI Building Systems LLCs UltraLok Roof System
with Valspar Corp.s Fluropon coating in Terra Cotta
for the roof. The 18-inch by 2-inch mechanically
seamed UltraLok Standing Seam Panels have
factory-installed sealant.
The 225,000-square-foot, $96.5 million facility
was completed in January 2016. It has 9,500 seats
and 1,700 premium seats. The Pavilion at Ole Miss
features a student concourse and three club areas.
It is home to the mens and womens basketball
program and hosts graduation ceremonies, concerts
and university-wide events.
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Owner: Southern District YMCA, Exeter, N.H.

Architect: AECOM, Kansas City, Mo.
General contractor: BL Harbert International, Birmingham, Ala.
Applicator: Precoat Metals, Weirton, W.Va.
Coatings: Valspar Corp., Minneapolis, www.valsparcoilextrusion.com, Circle #37
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Metal roof panels: ACI Building Systems LLC, Batesville, Miss., acibuildingsystems.com, Circle #38

March 2016
Product Catalog
new products
Ceiling panels simulate wood
Aluminum panels create signage
Armstrong Ceiling and Wall Systems MetalWorks BladesClassics ceiling panels are avail-
Mz Designs Blendz Patina collection may be used to create
able in six Effects Wood Looks finishes: Maple, Oak, Cherry, Dark Cherry, Walnut and Wal-
signage and features color depth and variegated tones of
nut Espresso. Blades are 1-inch-thick, 4 inches deep by 96 inches long, and may be joined
copper and other geo materials. The aluminum wall coverings
for longer runs. The aluminum,
are available in 0.04-inch to 0.125-inch thicknesses. Standard
vertical panels are installed on a
sheet sizes are 48 inches by 96 inches, and 48 inches by 120
Prelude 15/16-inch suspension
inches. Polycoat matte and gloss coatings are available.
system. MetalWorks Blades

Classics are available in three
www.mozdesigns.com/blendz | Circle #42
metal finishes and custom colors.

www.armstrong.com/blades |
Circle #39
Edge systems meet building codes

ATAS International Inc.s line of ES-1 tested metal perimeter edge systems are available in
a variety of materials and gauges to work with different roof types and edge conditions.
Metal perimeter edge systems are
available in more than 30 standard
colors, and are fabricated to meet
project requirements. Additionally,
they meet code requirements for
coping and fascia systems to be
Ceiling panels come in multiple colors
tested for wind resistance.
ROCKFON LLCs stone wool acoustic ceiling panels, specialty
www.atas.com/perimeter-edge |
Circle #40
metal ceiling panels and ceiling suspension systems are available in a variety of hues and 34 Color-All colors. The metal ceiling panels are available in metallic color finishes, Woodscenes
painted finishes and Metalwood wood-grain finishes.
www.rockfon.com | Circle #43
Panels cover studs

GAF North Americas ThermaCal Exterior Wall Insulation Panels eliminate thermal bridging by covering the studs and adding continuous insulation to the rest of a wall. The panels
minimize heat loss with a tongue-and-groove design, attach to structural exterior sidewalls
and can be fastened to outside metal, wall sheathing and masonry walls. ThermaCal Exterior
Wall Insulation Panels are constructed with cut-back sheathing
designed for precision fit and
clearance for sheathing
expansion.
www.gaf.com | Circle #41
March 2016
Metal Wall Panels

AEP Span, a division of ASC Profiles LLC
CENTRIA
AEP Span Prestige Series concealed fastener metal wall panel system is available in 1-inch,
CENTRIAs Intercept Modular Metal Panel Systems can be
2-inch, 6-inch reveal and 12-inch without a reveal. Panels have 12-inch coverage with a 1
configured as formed corners, wing walls, soffits, fascias and
1/2-inch depth. They can be horizontally or vertically oriented and mixed for design options.
curved radial wall sections. Panels can be custom fabricated for
Structural performance data for Prestige Series is contained within an International Building
variations in size and shape. They are produced with pre-paint-
Code/International Residential Code compliance report.
ed, light-gauge aluminum or natural finish metal and create contemporary aesthetics. Intercept Modular Metal Panel Systems
www.aepspan.com | Circle #44
require minimal maintenance and have a long life cycle.

www.centriaperformance.com | Circle #47
Petersen Aluminum Corp.

Petersen Aluminums Precision Series horizontal metal wall panels are available in six
profiles. Panel profiles are 12 inches or 16 inches wide and include a concealed, extended
screw leg or clip leg. Precision Series panels are produced to a maximum length of 35 feet
and are available in 38 colors. Additionally, panels may be installed vertically and perforated
for equipment screens
and decorative
applications.
Metal Sales Manufacturing Corp.
www.pac-clad.com |
Metal Sales Manufacturings T2630 Panel is an exposed
Circle #45
fastener metal panel used for roof applications and vertically or

horizontally installed for wall applications. The panels may be
curved or perforated. Trapezoidal ribs may be used to create
patterns, shapes and shadow lines. The T2630 Panel is produced in stainless steel, copper or aluminum. All Metal Sales
panel colors are listed with Energy Star.
www.metalsales.us.com | Circle #48
Photo: Lawrence Anderson Photography Inc.
McElroy Metal
McElroy Metal MSR concealed fastener metal wall panels are 16 inches wide, have 3-inchdeep ribs and are available in lengths up to 40 feet. MSR metal wall panels are produced
in 24-gauge or 22-gauge Galvalume. They are available in McElroy Metals polyvinylidene
fluoride (PVDF) coatings.
www.mcelroymetal.com |
Circle #46
March 2016
PRODUCT catalog
Fasteners
Dynamic Fastener
Leland Industries Inc.
Dynamic Fasteners multiple fasteners with a zinc cast head will not rust. They are made of
Leland Industries Serrated Flange Lock Bolts are available in
Zamak-5 zinc alloy. The line includes pole barn screws, T-1 stitch screws, T-3 metal-to-metal
sizes ranging from 1/4-inch by 3/4-inch, to 5/8-inch by 4 inches.
screws, T-5 screws for structural steel and self-tapping screws.
They are produced with carbon steel or stainless steel and are
offered in Grade 5 and Grade 8.2. Additionally, Serrated flange
nuts are available.
www.dynamicfastener.com |
Circle #49
www.lelandindustries.com | Circle #52
ET&F Fastening Systems Inc.

ET&F Fastening Systems Panelfast pneumatically driven pins are an alternative to traditional
screw fasteners used in cold-formed steel framing. Panelfast pins attach wood structural
panel sheathing to cold-formed steel framing to construct shear wall assemblies used to resist wind or seismic loads. ET&F Fastening Systems pneumatic tools operate with portable
air compressors are used to drive the high-carbon, heat-treated pins into steel framing as
thick as 14-gauge.
www.etf-fastening.com | Circle #50
Triangle Fastener Corp.

Triangle Fasteners #12-24 by 1 1/4-inch and 2-inch Blazer-5
stainless cap screws drill and tap steel, aluminum, stainless
steel and steel substrates 0.125-inch to 0.5-inch thick. They
feature a 304 stainless steel cap head, ethylene propylene diene monomer rubber (EPDM) washer and Tri-Seal 1,000-hour
salt spray coating. The shank slot is designed to reduce tapping
torque.
Sealtite Building Fasteners

Sealtite Building Fasteners Kwikseal WoodBinder penetrates multiple layers of steel at
ridge caps and panel stitch applications. It is designed for post-frame and metal roofing
panel applications. Kwikseal WoodBinder features micro-bit engineering and does not cause
metal shaving pigtails that can embed themselves in ethylene propylene diene monomer
rubber (EPDM) sealing washers.
sealtite.com | Circle #51
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Lamtec Corp.
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McNichols Co.
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Contemporary Design
Metal panels create a modern medical center
By Marcy Marro, Editor

BARBERMcMURRY architects, Knoxville, Tenn.,
was asked to create a new modern medical office
and spa for Contemporary Womens Health in
Knoxville. The goal was to reflect the brand of a
group of all-women physicians practicing the latest trends in modern obstetrics and gynecology.
Working together, the architects developed a
design that projects a very cleanly detailed modern
and minimal exterior of glass, metal and wood. The
design celebrates their patients in an environment
and support. The exam rooms are located around
its Trifab VersaGlaze 451/451T Framing System for
that while progressive, is also serene, warm, wel-
the exterior as lower horizontal bars that plug into
the project.
coming and filled with natural light, explains Chad
the larger central mass. Natural light shines into the
The use of metal in concert with wood and
Boetger, AIA, LEED AP, vice president, director of
exam spaces through an extensive window system,
glass achieves a modern aesthetic balanced by the
design at BARBERMcMURRY architects.
while a translucent film on the glass provides the
warmth of the cypress siding and the openness
needed privacy. Interiors are bathed with warm
provided by the extensive floor-to-ceiling glass sys-
10,629 square feet. The entrance is centrally locat-
natural light while offering views to the landscape
tems, adds Boetger.
ed, acting as the front door to both the clinical side
carefully framed throughout the facility. Wood
of the practices as well as the spa, while allowing
details bring the exterior in and dematerialize the
says they studied solar orientation and provided
each to have its own waiting area and identity after
separation of inside and outside.
building overhands to help shield exposed window
Completed in Spring 2015, the new building is
entering. The spa anchors the west end of the build-
To achieve a crisp, modern appearance, Boetger
While the project is not LEED certified, Boetger
systems from direct summer solar gain They also
ing and is primarily identified with extensive use
says they selected a combination of metal compos-
selected highly efficient glass for additional energy
of tongue-and-groove cypress siding that extends
ite panels juxtaposed against standing seam panels,
performance, and the exterior building color aids in
inside, and glass. The spa is made up of a reception
which create a textured pattern along the faade.
reflecting solar gain the summer as well. Inside, all
and waiting area, yoga studio, massage room and
Mitsubishi Plastics Composites America Inc., Ches-
materials contain low-VOC content, and are highly
aesthetician room.
apeake, Va., supplied its ALPOLIC metal composite
durable and low maintenance.
The east end of the building contains 14 exam
material, while Metal Roofing Systems Inc., Stanley,
Boetger notes that the design for the building
rooms, a lab, three ultrasound rooms, ultrasound
N.C., supplied the standing seam metal panels. Ad-
is serene. We were deliberate in material selec-
sub-waiting, two procedure rooms, doctors offices
ditionally, Kawneer Co. Inc., Norcross, Ga., supplied
tions, he says. Balanced against the modern

metal material, tongue-and-groove cypress siding
Contemporary Womens Health, Knoxville, Tenn.
provides warm accents on the exterior and is the
Awards: 2015 AIA East Tennessee Peoples Choice Award and 2015 AIA East Tennessee Chapter Choice Award
respects a continuing motif of connecting with
Architect: BARBERMcMURRY architects, Knoxville
nature and filling the interiors with ample daylight
General contractor: Hickory Construction Inc., Alcoa, Tenn.
and opportunities for views. When one enters the
Metal wall panels: ALPOLIC-Mitsubishi Plastics Composites America Inc., Chesapeake, Va., www.alpolicamericas.com, Circle #54
building, hopefully, the experience should be calm-
Standing seam metal panels: Metal Roofing Systems Inc., Stanley, N.C., metalroofingsystems.biz, Circle #55
Storefront: Kawneer Co. Inc., Norcross, Ga., www.kawneer.com, Circle #56
March 2016
primary interior material in the spa. The design
ing. We were very conscious in removing the visual

clutter ones finds in most buildings, what remains is
a celebration of light.
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