Metal Builder Magazine

07/14/2025

Building airplane hangars presents challenges, particularly regarding clear spans and costs. WACO Aircraft Corporation chose Pioneer Inc. with Varco Pruden Buildings metal building technology for their expansion at Battle Creek Executive Airport.

Here are two examples of hangars being erected via metal buildings, including a factory and a museum.

07/07/2025

BedRock, a climbing hostel founded by longtime friends Jeremy Salyers and country music star Kip Moore , needed to expand to include a training space separate from the main lodge. They chose SimplisteelTM by Cornerstone Building Brands for customization, rapid construction, spacious interior, durability, natural light, and simplicity.
RRG Project

BedRock, a climbing hostel founded by longtime friends Jeremy Salyers and country music star Kip Moore, needed to expand their facilities to include a world-class training space separate from their main lodge. The Rogers, Kentucky, project required a customizable, quickly constructed solution that w...

07/04/2025

From all of us at Shield Wall Media we hope you have a great 4th of July!

07/02/2025

June/July 2025 Metal Builder is online! This issue has features related to metal roofing, including project highlights like a geodesic dome and a hotel concept. It mentions the 2025 Metal of Honor winners and rising home insurance costs. Click below now to read!

Click on a headline to read the story online. Click on  and have it digitally read to you. Click on the cover at the bottom to read or download the entire issue as a PDF. FEATURES Business ProfileSnap Z: Keep Looking Ahead |  Best PracticesCommercial Roo...

06/30/2025

Choosing the right overhead door for a project can be daunting due to the numerous options available.
Janus International

By Bethany Salmon, Product Marketing Manager, Janus International Group Selecting an overhead door for a project, especially when there are so many options available today, can be quite intimidating for the unseasoned industry professional. Not only do you have to sift through an array of providers,...

06/23/2025

Due to a scarcity of wood in Iceland, buildings were initially constructed using earth and sod. However, in the 1880s, Icelanders began using wrought iron sheets coated with zinc to build durable homes.

Necessity mothers invention, as we know, and I just read about one such experiment in Reykjavik, the capital city of Iceland, dating back more than 100 years.  Everything below comes from a fascinating article on Bloomberg’s site: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-09-23/the-history-of-...

06/16/2025

Metal is becoming an important option in residential building due to technological advancements in light-gauge steel (LGS) framing and software that improves efficiency.
Howick Ltd | SmartBuild Systems | Central Steel Group | BECK Fastening

Improvements in light-gauge steel have given builders and contractors the ability to erect affordable metal in residential buildings.

06/09/2025

New Technology in Digitally Printed Steel
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Steel Dynamics Flat Roll Group Butler Division | United Steel Supply | Graber Post Buildings, Inc.

06/02/2025

This article focuses on the essential aspects of using metal-to-metal , providing guidance for to ensure successful and durable .
East Coast Fasteners Inc. | Triangle Fastener Corporation | Dynamic Fastener | Direct Metals Inc. | Levi's Building Components

Think about warranties. Many panels today have long warranties, and you should choose a fastener that can hold up as long as the panel.

05/27/2025

Ladies and Gentlemen we are just 29 days away from the Post-Frame Builder Show
June 25–26, 2025
Spooky Nook Sports Lancaster

Attend The Show To:

• See New Products

• Meet Industry Leaders

• Find New Vendors

• Connect with businesses you want to work with

• Attend Informational Sessions

• Network at the complimentary social hour

• Learn best practices… and more

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05/26/2025

BedRock, a climbing hostel founded by longtime friends Jeremy Salyers and country music star Kip Moore , needed to expand to include a training space separate from the main lodge. They chose SimplisteelTM by Cornerstone Building Brands for customization, rapid construction, spacious interior, durability, natural light, and simplicity.
RRG Project

BedRock, a climbing hostel founded by longtime friends Jeremy Salyers and country music star Kip Moore, needed to expand their facilities to include a world-class training space separate from their main lodge. The Rogers, Kentucky, project required a customizable, quickly constructed solution that w...

05/19/2025

Public spaces such as offices, transportation hubs, and hospitals are seen as practical structures that serve specific functions. However, using architectural elements thoughtfully can significantly enhance these spaces for users.
Polyvision

Public spaces are often thought of as utilitarian structures designed to serve a specific purpose, but strategically utilizing architectural elements can make a significant impact.