Metal Construction News

Metal Construction News is the first-ever news magazine dedicated to the metal construction sector and serves as the leading source for industry news, products, and strategies. Aiming to inform building systems contractors, general contractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and others, each edition includes project highlights, practical field techniques, and technical discussions relevant to the metal construction field.

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Poettker Construction Celebrates 45 Years as Family-Owned Company

1 week ago | metalconstructionnews.com | David Flaherty

Poettker Construction Celebrates 45 Years as Family-Owned Company Posted June 19, 2025 The headquarters of Poettker Construction Company, which is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year. Poettker Construction Company is celebrating 45 years in business as a multigenerational, family-owned construction firm.
Transforming Residential Builds with Solar-Powered Skylights

1 week ago | metalconstructionnews.com | David Flaherty

Transforming Residential Builds with Solar-Powered Skylights By Ross Vandermark Posted June 18, 2025 A fully charged solar-power skylight delivers around 100 open-and-close cycles, giving homeowners consistent functionality without maintenance. Innovation continues to reshape residential construction, influencing how homes are built and how they function for the people living in them.
JLG Releases Whitepaper Highlighting Benefits of ANSI A92 Standards

1 week ago | metalconstructionnews.com | David Flaherty

JLG Releases Whitepaper Highlighting Benefits of ANSI A92 Standards Posted June 18, 2025 JLG Industries, Inc., a global manufacturer of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) and telehandlers, has released its latest whitepaper, ANSI A92 Standards: A 5-Year Retrospective for Equipment Users. The paper commemorates the fifth anniversary of the updated American National Standards Institute (ANSI) A92 standards.
Former Midwest Roofing Contractors Association president Kurt Baumgartner Passes Away

1 week ago | metalconstructionnews.com | David Flaherty

Former Midwest Roofing Contractors Association president Kurt Baumgartner Passes Away Posted June 17, 2025 The Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) announced former president Kurt W. Baumgartner, who passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the age of 75. Kurt led Martin Roofing Company for many years and was a pillar in the Wichita construction community.
Fastener Selection in Cold-Climate Environments

1 week ago | metalconstructionnews.com | David Flaherty

Specialized fasteners are indispensable in the insulated metal panel and climate-controlled environment industries. The huge printing press of a major newspaper began malfunctioning on the Saturday before Christmas, putting the revenue for holiday advertising in jeopardy. None of the technicians could track down the problem. Finally, a frantic call was made to the retired printer who had worked with the press for 40 years. “We’ll pay anything; just come in and fix them,” he was told.
The Roofing Alliance Names 2025-26 Board of Trustees

1 week ago | metalconstructionnews.com | David Flaherty

The Roofing Alliance Names 2025-26 Board of Trustees Posted June 17, 2025 The Roofing Alliance has announced its board of trustees for 2025-2026. Greg Hudson of Georgia-Pacific Gypsum, Atlanta, Ga., will serve as president and Sherri Miles of Miles Roofing Inc., Chesapeake, Va., will serve as vice president.
Construction Average Hourly Earnings Jump 3.6 Percent Y/Y in April

1 week ago | metalconstructionnews.com | David Flaherty

Construction Average Hourly Earnings Jump 3.6 Percent Y/Y in April Posted June 16, 2025 The National Association of Home Builders posted an analysis of average hourly earnings (AHE) in construction by state on June 5, based on the BLS’s April Current Employment Statistics report. AHE measures wage rates, including overtime, but does not include benefit costs and payroll taxes. States differ in the share of construction represented by lower-AHE residential vs.
National Hispanic Construction Alliance Welcomes Inaugural National Board of Directors

1 week ago | metalconstructionnews.com | David Flaherty

National Hispanic Construction Alliance Welcomes Inaugural National Board of Directors Posted June 16, 2025 The National Hispanic Construction Alliance has announced its inaugural national board of directors. “This marks a pivotal milestone in NHCA’s mission to provide capacity-building, access to capital, and business opportunities for members, fostering growth and success at every level of the construction sector,” a press release on the announcement states.
How Metal is Shaping Resilient Building Design in a Climate of Crisis

1 week ago | metalconstructionnews.com | David Flaherty

While no single material can solve every risk, metal stands out as one of the most effective front-line defenses, especially in fire-prone regions. As wildfires rage across the American West, hurricanes intensify in the Southeast, and insurance markets tighten nationwide, the demand for fire-resilient, climate-ready buildings is no longer theoretical—it’s urgent. What was once seen as rare or exceptional is now becoming the new norm, both in the United States and globally.
METALCON Top Product Awards Return for Fifth Year

1 week ago | metalconstructionnews.com | David Flaherty

METALCON Top Product Awards Return for Fifth Year Posted June 16, 2025 METALCON has announced its fifth annual Top Product Awards, honoring the most innovative products, technologies, and solutions shaping the industry’s future. METALCON exhibitors are invited to submit nominations across 15 product categories, showcasing their most innovative offerings.