METALCON 2018, the metal construction industry’s largest international event for metal construction products, technologies and solutions, announces its keynote speakers, major show highlights and a total new format for its annual tradeshow and conference taking place in Charlotte, N.C. from Oct. 10–12. 

The Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) has unveiled a new digital marketing toolkit for its contractor and installer members to help them promote and grow their residential metal roofing business.

Research from the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) demonstrates that metal roofing is now second most preferred type of roofing material among U.S. homeowners, according to the organization.

Founded in 1952, the original master plan for Indian Springs School in Birmingham, Ala., called for campus development to maintain focus on the lake at the center of the school’s wooded 350-acre property. 

Rahim Hakimi has retired from the position of Vice President of Engineering after 35 years at Metl-Span. Chad Draxler replaces Hakimi as Vice President of Engineering. Craig Storch has joined Metl-Span as its new Director of Engineering.

Roper Whitney announces a new partnership with Swiss-based manufacturer Eckold.

Triangle Fastener Corporation expanded their line of BLAZER® Drill Screws with new sizes designed to attach metal panels over rigid insulation.

As the metal roofing business in North America grows, the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) also is continuing to gain new members and affiliates.