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other sports and recreational projects throughout the world.

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restaurant. The Founding Farmers restaurant in Washington, D.C., is the first

LEED certified restaurant in the D.C. area and the first upscale-casual, fullservice restaurant in the United States to receive LEED Gold status. According to Peter Hapstak III, AIA, IIDA principal of Washington, D.C.-based CORE
architecture + design, The design concept was to deconstruct the classic
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Green Scene: Sustainable Eats
Visit the new Founding Farmers restaurant in Washington, D.C.,
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casual setting that also happens to be eco-friendly.
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Sustainable Eats
New restaurant puts a twist on the classic farm
By Marcy Marro
Visit the new Founding Farmers restau-
dining room and bar area are on the first floor,
Nothing was meant to be literal. It is all a
discs in the ceiling are also kind of reminiscent
very heavy that become very warm and
rant in Washington, D.C., and youll find
with a mix of booth and table seating. Framed
metaphor, Hapstak said.
of that, but by abstracting them a little bit and
inviting, Hapstak said.
began offering a vegan menu that was
farm-inspired food and drink in a modern
on one side by the exterior wall of the IMF
giving it a little edge, we were able to make it
and casual setting that also happens to be
building, the grand stair leads up to the mez-
washed barn wood and standing-seam metal
a little bit more interesting, Cooke said.
Green Meals
laboration with VegDC.com and Compassion
eco-friendly.
zanines silo-shaped booths and community
were used in ways not originally attending
Founding Farmers serves made-from-
Over Killing.
tables, in addition to smaller, cozy sittings for
to create interest. This was accomplished
the top of them are meant to be somewhat
scratch traditional American classics in-
White House, the 8,530-square-foot (792-
a more intimate setting.
by taking classic architectural forms found
reminiscent of corn cribs, Hapstak con-
spired by the heartland for breakfast, lunch
restaurant, Farmers & Fishers, is owned by
m2 ) restaurant opened in September 2008.
on a farm and abstracted them, such as the
tinued. The wood walls in the back of the
and dinner. Homemade products include all
the North Dakota Farmers Union, a collec-
Founding Farmers is LEED Gold certified,
the classic barn using materials commonly
faade of the house you enter and the silo
restaurant were very much meant to be barn
breads, pastries, dressings, sauces, pas-
tive of American family farmers. The res-
making it the first LEED certified restaurant
used in barn vernacular, said Peter Hapstak
booths you sit within.
wood, to feel like the cladding of a barn. The
tas, desserts and ice cream. Ingredients
taurants promote the products and services
in the D.C. area and the first upscale-casual,
III, AIA, IIDA principal of CORE architecture +
steel elements that surround the exterior of
are purchased locally when available, and
of family farms, ranches and fisheries from
full-service restaurant in the United States to
design, Washington, D.C. Realistically, this
Follansbee, W.Va.-based Follansbees TCS II
the building, the structural portions of that,
chicken, beef, pork and dairy are from certi-
across the country.
receive Gold status.
project is a homage to the farmer.
was installed as interior cladding on an interior
were really meant to be this idea of the con-
fied sources that are committed to sustain-
stairwell and along the upper level, creating
nection between wood and metal and the
able farming. Seafood comes from vendors
Eco-friendly Goals
Located just three blocks west of the
The design concept was to deconstruct
According to Hapstak, the restaurant is full
Materials such as wood beams, white-
As part of the new construction buildout,
The booths with the metal grid across
Additionally, Founding Farmers recently
developed by Executive Chef Al Nappo in col-
Founding Farmers, along with its sister
A Twist on a Classic Farm
of metaphors. Allison Cooke, an interior de-
a traditional feel that blends well with the
framing of the barn.
committed to the standards of FishWatch,
Sustainability played a large role in the
A farmhouse unlike most others, Founding
signer at CORE architecture, agreed, explain-
restaurants farmhouse atmosphere.
an informational program on seafood facts
restaurants design. Along with Follansbees
Farmers features old wood, comfortable seat-
ing how they took the idea of an abstracted
cially with the metals and other things, its
sponsored by the National Oceanic and
TCS II Terne-Coated stainless steel roof pan-
ing and community farm tables for people to
barn or farmhouse in terms of the different
meanings. The Follansbee metal roofing pan-
one of the few times you are really using
Atmospheric Administration National Marine
els with its high degree of recycled content
gather around and enjoy their meal. The main
components and materials that were used.
els are reminiscent of a tin roof, or a silo. The
things that seem to be very industrial and
Fisheries Service.
and minimal maintenance requirements, the
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The use of certain products had multiple
Using all of these materials, and espe-
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in the green
B i l l C o n l e y , C F M , C F M J , L E E D A P, I F M A F e l l o w
Digging Deeper on Sustainability
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restaurant features a variety of green building
ter is served in reusable glass carafes with the
materials. Reclaimed woods, post-consumer
option of fresh filtered, still or sparkling Natura
content fabrics, Paperstone composite coun-
water that uses no waste-producing glass or
ter tops, poured-concrete bar tops, low-VOC
plastic bottles.
paints, high-efficiency fixtures, Energy Star
equipment, low-flow water fixtures, daylight-
Carbonfund.org partner, supporting global
ing and increased air circulation are all a part
climate-friendly renewable energy projects
of the restaurant.
and Carbonfund.orgs mission of education,
offsets and outreach. By offsetting its CO2
In addition to being LEED Gold certified,
Founding Farmers is also an official
Founding Farmers is a Certified Green Restau-
emissions, Founding Farmers is 100 percent
rant, as recognized by the Green Restaurant
carbon neutral.
Association, for its eco-friendly operations,
including front-of-house and back-of-house
restaurants that we have that is really oper-
recycling, high-efficiency water and energy
ated from a sustainable standpoint, Hapstak
usage, and using recycled paper products
said. Its starting to become the trend right
whenever possible. The menus are printed on
now, but when we did it, there werent a lot of
recycled paper with soy-based inks, while wa-
them around.
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[Founding Farmers] is one of the few
Founding Farmers,
Washington, D.C.,
Owner: North Dakota Farmers Union
Architect : CORE architecture + design,
Washington, D.C.
Distributor: Bradco Supply,
Hyattsville, Md.
Steel: Phoenix Wood Products Corp.,
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Metal roof panels: Follansbee,
Follansbee, W.Va.,
www.follansbeeroofing.com, Circle #27
There are a couple of truisms about learning
that Ive picked up over the years. One is that
the after-effects of new construction or tenant
numbers, to appear miraculously before us
the more you learn, the more you need to learn.
improvements, but we have invaluable insight
in order to justify a change for the better
Secondly, and the more subtle one, is that the
into how the building or space should be de-
will not work. If everybody sits around until
more you learn, the more you feel a sense of
signed and built. If architects and contractors
somebody else does something, well all just
inter-connectivity amongst information.
still do not understand our value as partners in
be sitting around. We need to be the Sir Gala-
the overall scheme of things, then we need to
hads of our time, being proactive, searching
all I had learned at World Workplace last year, I
keep reiterating.
and discovering. We need to get out of our
found myself in Chicago for the USGBC annual
comfort zone, stop doing things the way they
convention, GreenBuild. I served on the pro-
the motivation behind, and the positive
have always been done and look at the alter-
grams committee for this event, which recon-
impact of, sustainability.
natives that sustainable operations provide.
firmed my understanding that there are striking
Only then can we better serve our profes-
similarities between facility management and
the surface. Case studies show us operational
both sustainable building and the LEED process.
efficiencies, energy conservation and dollar
All six categories of the LEED checklist have
savings. These aspects alone should be enough
Bill Conley, CFM, CFMJ, LEED AP, IFMA
direct corollaries to IFMAs nine core competen-
to sell us on sustainability. Digging deeper into
Fellow, is the managing director, LEED/Sus-
cies. Strengthening the connection of these two
this discipline will unveil even more evidence
tainable Development Group for Pacific Build-
worlds of thought has become a goal for me.
that sustainable practices support our mission in
ing Care in Costa Mesa, Calif.
One of the most telling lessons that I
facilities. In fact, it could be said that this course
learned at this convention came on the exhibi-
of action was specifically designed with our pro-
is a recipient of the Distinguished Member
tion floor. I was hanging around the IFMA
fession in mind. If looked at from a holistic point
of the Year Award and Distinguished Author
booth when an attendee asked why a facilities
of view, all of those architects and contractors
Award of the International Facility Manage-
management association would have a pres-
who propagate the message of the green build-
ment Association. He is a past president of
ence at GreenBuild. What does facility man-
ing movement are our willing partners, assist-
the Orange County Chapter of IFMA and is
agement have to do with sustainability?
ing us to create and manage buildings to their
president of the Facility Managers Consultant
ultimate potential. Architects provide the design,
Council. He is a frequent contributor to the
as a more pervasive statement, deserves a
contractors build the facility, but it is ours to run.
Facility Management Journal.
response. Unfortunately, a one-on-one answer
In essence, they are working for us. We have to
in this particular instance would have a mini-
make sure they are also doing so in practice.
executive committee members of the new
mal effect on the overall perception of our role
Orange County Chapter of the U.S. Green
as facility managers. But respond we must
finally give us the tools through which we
Building Council and has achieved the
we are an integral part of this process and we
can improve the quality of our service. We
credential of LEED Accredited Professional
need to tell everyone about it.
must ensure that we are involved with any
through the USGBC.
planning or design that affects our facilities.
and more visibility for the importance we see
We have to lead by example, investigating
management spans more than 30 years.
in sustainable development and what we do
ways that sustainable actions will serve us
as facility managers. We have to make our
best and then push to achieve the necessary
This article originally appeared in the
presence felt beyond the confines of our
actions to make it happen. We then have to
March/April 2008 issue of the International
respective facilities and IFMA. We need to
broadcast our success, whether it be through
Facility Management Associations Facility
educate other professional groups of our value
writing articles, giving presentations or just
Management Journal. For more information,
to them in this process.
through word of mouth.
visit www.fmjonline.com.
Having given myself a week to fully digest
The question, whether an isolated one or
It is incumbent upon us to create more
Not only do we have a vested interest in
But first, we have to fully understand
The benefits are there to see, even on
Sustainability and the LEED process
Waiting for the Holy Grail, those magic
sion, our facilities and ourselves.
As well as being an IFMA Fellow, Conley
Conley was one of the organizers and
His professional experience in facility
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safety feature
fall protection
Planning,
training and
awareness
saves lives
Safeguarding Employees with

Comprehensive Roofing Fall Protection
Adherence to OSHA Standards

Reduces Construction Fall Hazards
NIOSH Provides Guidelines to Prevent

Falls Through Roof Openings
Recent alarming statistics from the Oc-
The OSHA Standards for Construction requires
Recent investigations from the National
cupational Safety and Health Adminis-
fall protection at 6 feet (2 m) or above for resi-
Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
tration underscore the urgent need for
dential construction and roofing work, but al-
suggest that many fatal falls involved work
employers with personnel who work at
lows for alternatives to conventional fall protec-
near skylights and other types
heights, especially on or near roofs, to
tion in certain circumstances as outlined by the
of roof openings. NIOSH urges that all
provide comprehensive fall protection.
OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry,
employers and workers strictly adhere to
More than 100,000 fall-related incidents are
Subpart M Fall Protection, including warning
the applicable OSHA regulations, using
reported annually and rank number one in
lines, safety monitoring by a competent person,
the following guidelines:
construction industry fatalities. In the roof-
controlled access zones, guardrails, safety nets
ing industry, falls are due to loss of balance,
and personal arrest fall systems. Important
Railings or screens guarding all skylights
footing or grip, and occur at four high-
guidelines to consider include:
and other openings in roofs must be
risk locations including: from roof edges,
By Ken Lane
installed before roofing work begins
through roof openings or skylights, through
Warning lines (ropes, wires or chains, and
and remain in place until construction
roof decks and from ladders. Many falls that
stanchions) erected around all sides of a
is completed.
result in death or serious injury are from dis-
roof and identified with high-visibility flags
tances less than 20 feet (6 m) and happen
not more than 6 feet apart define an area
Where conventional protective devices such
when fall protection is either not used at all
where roofing work can be done without
as guardrails or safety harnesses with lan-
or is not connected to an anchorage point. In
conventional fall protection.
yards may not be practical, employers must

provide alternative forms of fall protection,
the majority of the cases, the proper use of

fall protection would have prevented the in-
A safety monitoring system, defined as a
such as fixed covers, catch platforms or
jury or fatality. Fall protection citations
competent person warning employees
safety nets. Safety nets provide passive
placed second on OSHAs 2009 list of the
working near edges, is permitted on
protection, offering less dependence on
ten most cited violations. A survey of recent
low-slope roofs if the competent person
workers to recognize the hazard and take
cases highlights the urgency of the prob-
is capable of watching and warning workers,
appropriate protective action.
lem. OSHAs 2010 fatality reports include a
operating on the same surface, close
Mississippi worker who, while removing an
enough to communicate orally, and not
Employers should ensure that employees
antenna from a hangar roof, stepped off a
distracted performing other work.
working near roof openings or skylights are

adequately trained to recognize the serious
beam and fell to his death, and a worker in

Puerto Rico who died after falling through a
A Controlled Access Zone, where work can
hazard of falls through roof openings and the
deteriorated aluminum metal roof.
be performed without fall protection, limits
danger of sitting or stepping on skylights.
access to authorized workers, is defined
In one of many 2009 fall protection cases,
OSHA proposed over $113,000 in fines for a
by control lines/barriers/markers, must be
In order to eliminate or significantly reduce
Connecticut roofing contractor after an em-
flagged every 6 feet, and must extend the
construction worksite falls as well as
ployee fell 24 feet (7 m) from a roof, sustain-
full length of the unprotected edge.
maintain compliance with OSHA require ments and guidelines, its clear that
ing serious injuries. OSHAs inspection found

that the employer not only failed to supply fall
Options for low-slope roofs (slope less than
employers need to implement strong
protection but allowed an aluminum ladder
4:12) include guardrails, safety nets and/or
fall protection programs.
to be placed against the roofs edge in an
personal arrest fall systems.
from a power line. This case is a graphic
Steep roofs (slope greater than 4:12)
Roofing Fall Protection Starts

with Careful Planning
example of what can happen when basic com-
generally require slide guards or guardrails
Effective roofing fall protection involves care-
mon sense and legally required safeguards are
for slope between 4:12 and 8:12 and
ful planning to ensure that all potential hazards
ignored, said C. William Freeman III, OSHAs
conventional fall protection for slope
are analyzed, eliminated or addressed through
Hartford area director.
greater than 8:12.
application of the appropriate systems. OSHA
unstable manner and only 14 inches (356 mm)
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safety feature
Green Shopping
mandates that fall protection planning be developed by a qualified person who has acquired
fall protection knowledge through education or
extensive training. An effective process for successful fall protection planning could include:
Identify and evaluate fall hazards
LEED Retail is set for official launch
in the work area.
maintaining, disassembling, inspecting and
Assess workers use of the
areas of risk for falling.
fall protection system.
Elimination of hazards where possible.

Roofing fall prevention systems such as
safety nets, controlled access zones,
warning lines, and appropriate fall arrest
equipment and/or anchorages as needed.
The correct procedures for handling and

storage of equipment and material.
The limitations on the use of mechanical
equipment during work on low-sloped roofs.
The role of employees in the safety
Inspection and maintenance

Training for all employees on identifying fall
hazards, taking appropriate action to protect
themselves, using safe work practices, use
of fall protection equipment, understanding
Conducting safety inspections of the

Take prompt corrective action
when necessary.
A well qualified fall protection competent
ing must be certified in writing and must be
fall protection plan.
person plays a crucial role in substantially
kept on record.
reducing work site hazards and eliminating the
Employers who focus on roofing fall protec-
risks of falling from or through a roof.
tion planning, employee training and awareness, and ongoing worksite monitoring can
to oversee inspection, record keeping,
Hands-on Training is
Essential to Prevent Falls
equipment maintenance and replacement,
Employers must provide hands-on training
reduce the falling hazards associated with
incident reporting, enforcement, accident
to every employee who might be exposed
roofing, and ultimately, save lives.
investigation, training and changes to the plan.
to fall hazards related to roofing. The training
ties to a fall protection competent person
not only ensure their compliance with OSHA

standards, but, more importantly, greatly
should enable employees to recognize the
Ken Lane, instructor at Northern Californias
hazards and instruct them on the procedures
OSHA Training Center near San Francisco,
for each type of fall protection. Employers
has more than 30 years of safety training
The OSHA Standards outline the need for an
must develop a fall protection rescue plan
experience including responsibilities as a
onsite fall protection competent
and train employees on how to effectively
construction manager at Lawrence Livermore
person who has the knowledge and experi-
rescue an employee that has engaged the
National Laboratory. For more information,
ence needed to identify fall hazards, has
fall protection system. Re-training is required
visit www.OSHA4you.com
the authority to eliminate fall hazards and
when an employee does not have a clear
or email OTC@clpccd.org.
has the authority to stop work if unsafe
understanding of the requirements and pro-
conditions exist. The fall protection
cedures, or when there are changes at the
Go to www.osha4you.com/fallprotection. html
competent person must be fully trained
construction site or in the types of roofing fall
for fall protection checklists and
and qualified to:
protection systems or equipment. The train-
additional resources.
A Competent Person is a Key Component

of Roofing Fall Protection
| May /June 2010 |
an affordable solution for many retailers who
ping or lifestyle center with little to no control
wish to build green, but cant spend the time
over the site, then LEED Retail CI is the ap-
or money to achieve LEED certification.
phases, LEED Retail has been approved
to evaluate which is most appropriate for their
LEED Retail vs. Upcoming

Code-Ready Standards
and the USGBC is set for its official launch.
retailing footprint. Developers who have major
Even though LEED was designed to be a
When it goes live, all retailers attempting LEED
control of design and construction of the core
voluntary standard, it has and will continue to
certification will be required to build according
and base building can still use LEED Core and
be adopted as mandatory code in cities across
to this new system. Understanding USGBCs
Shell. For existing projects involving major reno-
the U.S. that building design must adhere
forthcoming retail system will be critical to any
vation of HVAC systems, envelope systems or
to for permitting and approval. Several new
retailers, architects, general contractors and
interior rehabilitation, LEED Retail NC should be
green building standards are coming onto
developers that are evaluating the appropriate
used. If an existing project scope involves more
the marketStandard 189.1, CalGreen and
green building benchmark for their portfolio-
operations and maintenance activities than
IGCCthat are code-ready for adoption by lo-
wide green building efforts. This article will
D&C, then LEED Retail EBO&M, which will be
cal municipalities. Members from the USGBC
answer some basic questions on how the
launched after NC and CI, should be used.
have collaborated with the previously named

standard development committees and it is
LEED Retail Portfolio Program
likely that some of the credits will be similar,
Cost and scalability will be the main hurdles
or based upon the same systems, such as
to market saturation of LEED Retail. Currently,
BREAM, ASHRAE, IESNA, etc.
LEED originally grew out of the need for a
there is no streamlined process for a retailer that
clear definition of what constitutes a green
wishes to build and LEED certify several stores
dictate which platform retailers will choose as
building through a consensus-based standard,
with one prototype or set of specifications.
their preferred benchmark. If there are varianc-
said Lisa Russell, Austin, Texas-based Ecoxera
Multi-site certification, when tackled one store
es in municipal green building expectations, the
co-founder and LEED Retail core committee
at a time, becomes time-consuming and cost-
challenge for retailers will be to build inherent
member that helped shape the LEED Retail
prohibitive for short-staffed and over-budget
flexibility into store planning and development.
system. LEED Retail went one step farther to
store planning departments. LEED Retails Port-
That being said, building to the LEED Retail
answer the need for a green building bench-
folio Programa new approach that streamlines
standard now will help you prepare for upcom-
mark that recognizes the unique nature of retail
the documentation process and reduces the
ing legislation and find out which of its green
environments and operations.
overall costwould solve this challenge, but has
building prescriptions works for your unique op-
been in development for years and will likely not
erations and provides the greatest performance
launch in tandem with LEED Retail.
and financial returns.
Construction (NC), Commercial Interiors (CI),
LEED Retail Minus the Certification
Justin Doak is a recognized thought leader in
and LEED Retail Existing Building Operations
We can learn some lessons from the actions
bringing sustainability to the retail environment.
& Maintenance (EBO&M). In some instances,
of the few retailers that have and continue
Many know Doak from his work at the U.S.
achieving certification under LEED Retail will
to use LEED, including: Best Buy, Starbucks,
Green Building Council where he managed the
be easier than under the traditional predeces-
Bank of America, REI, Aveda, Chipotle, Whole
technical development of LEED Retail New Con-
sor for retailers because of special consid-
Foods, Home Depot and many others. These
struction and LEED Retail Commercial Interiors
erations such as new energy and refrigerant
retailers have successfully certified at least
green building platforms due for market launch
requirements for restaurant projects.
one store with the USGBC. Some continue
this year. Today, as the founder and CEO of
to certify new locations across their portfolio,
Ecoxera, Austin, Texas, Doak works closely with
but many certify a single store, modify their
retail industry leaders and major associations to
Wondering which LEED Retail standard is ap-
prototype to meet the LEED standards, and
grow brand and bottom-line through the imple-
propriate for your project? Generally, if the store
continue to design and build according to
mentation of strategic sustainability initiatives for
is a stand-alone and you are responsible for
the LEED standards without moving through
developers, retailers, quick service restaurants,
curb-in planning and development, then LEED
documentation unless a city requires it for
manufacturers and hoteliers.
LEED vs. LEED Retail
fall protection system.
requirements of their companys
include delegation of ongoing responsibili-
project is a tenant space within a mall, shop-
Some retailers choose to certify under both
Retail is the right program for your project.
fall rescue plans and understanding the
A complete fall protection plan should
entitlement or certification. This has been
After years in the development and pilot
program will work and help you decide if LEED
monitoring system and the fall protection plan.
of fall protection equipment.
Retail NC is the system to register under. If the
propriate system to register and certify under.
The correct procedures for erecting,
operating the required fall protection systems.
Hazard analysis to determine
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business sense
by Justin Doak
fall protection
The USGBC collaborated with 80 retail
pilot projects for several years to develop

three new rating systems: LEED Retail New
LEED RetailNC, CI, EBO&M
Which standard municipalities settle on will
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ownership feature
GREEN POINT STADIUM
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S T U N N I N G S TA D I U M S
sports & recreation
BIRDAIR
AWA R D ED
THREE
F I FA
WORLD CUP
S TA D I U M
PROJECTS
BY MARCY MARRO
Although soccer has never quite taken

off in the U.S. like other mainstream
sports such as baseball, football and
basketball, it does have quite a following in other parts of the world. This year,
the 19th FIFA World Cup will take place in
South Africa from June 11 to July 11, marking the first time that the tournament will
be hosted by a nation in the Confederation
D U R BA N S TA D I U M
of African Football.

Buffalo, N.Y.-based Birdair Inc, a specialty
contractor of lightweight long-span roofing

systems and tensile structures, was the roof-
surrounding Cape Town landscape, comple-
stalled, acting as a ballast to hold down the
ing subcontractor for three of the four primary
menting the mountainous terrain rather than
entire lightweight roof structure during the
World Cup Stadium projects. Birdair was also
detracting from it. A unique combination of
40 to 50 mph winds that frequently sweep
an integral part of each stadiums design,
steel, cables, PVC (polyvinyl chloride) mesh
through the area. Additionally, the glass
engineering and construction.
and glass forms the structures sleek tensile
serves as a sound dampener to keep noise
roof, an essential aesthetic and functional
levels down. Studies indicate that the glass
GREEN POINT STADIUM
component of the athletic facility. Shaped
roof will better contain the noise inside the
The 68,000-seat, six-level Green Point
like a large undulating bicycle wheel, the roof
stadium while reducing the overall noise level
m2 )
of
Stadium, located in Cape Town, Western
features 340,000 square feet (31,586
Cape, South Africa, was completed in
translucent PVC mesh liner, creating a veil-
stadium, which was demolished in 2007.
September 2009. In addition to construct-
like effect intended to parallel the surrounding
ing the roof, Birdair also erected 1,778 tons
mountains misty atmosphere.
not go unrecognized by FIFA or South Africa:
(1,600 metric tons) of perimeter compres-
the stadium will host six first-round matches,
sion ring steel on the facility.
the stadiumbuilt right between the famous
one second-round match, one quarterfinal
Cape Town Tabletop and Lions Head Moun-
match and one semifinal matchmore match-
construction of some of the most structurally
tain and the Atlantic Oceanthat sets this
es than any other 2010 World Cup Stadium.
complex and technically challenging stadium
project apart, Wuerch continued. It will no
Following the World Cup, the athletic facility
roof structures in the world, and [Green Point]
doubt be one of the most photographed stadi-
will host soccer and rugby matches.
Stadium is no exception, explained Thomas
ums in the world. Its a great feeling to be part
Wuerch, Birdair vice president of operations.
of such a memorable project.
began in August 2008. Upon completion, the
stadiums roof design, which complies with
Birdair has a long history in the design and
Green Point Stadiums abstract, linear
design and flat roof shape emulates the
by six decibels, as compared to the previous
For me, it is the incredible location of
To offset the PVC mesh liner, 365,000
square feet (33,909
m2 )
of glass was in-
Green Point Stadiums unique qualities will
Construction on Green Point Stadium
FIFA World Cup guidelines to provide cover for
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sports & recreation
D U R BA N S TA D I U M
GREEN POINT STADIUM
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NEL SON MANDEL A BAY STADIUM
ly 230,000 square feet (21,367 m2 ) of fabric
Cup, the stadium will be used for confer-
Stadium has been the design, fabrication and
membrane comprised of PTFE, or polytetra-
ences, training and events.
prised of 208 separate PDFE fiberglass mem-
round World Cup matches, one second-round
be the first of its kind in the world.
erection of the 30 150-foot [46-m] cantilever-
fluoroethylene which is commonly know by
brane panels to provide event patrons with a
match and one semi-final match. Afterwards,
ing trusses, Wuerch said. The complex
the brand name Teflon , coated fiberglass
consisted of GMP Architect, Berlin, Germany;
range of benefits, including natural daylighting,
the facility will function as the hub of Kings
facturer, Pfeifer Seil-und Hebetechnik, Mem-
geometry and tight tolerances required to
will form the undulating roof design.
Schlaich Bergermann und Partner, Stuttgart;
solar shading and open-air design.
Park Sporting Precinct, a large retail and cul-
mingen, Germany; project architect, Louis
construct these 60-ton [54-metric tons]
and Grinaker/Interbeton JV, South Africa.
tural complex complete with restaurants, an
Karol of Point Architects, Cape Town; and
trusses have made this the most demanding
membrane roofs cable system helps drain
project engineer, Schlaich Bergermann and
of the three South African World Cup projects.
rainwater while sheltering spectators from
Partners, Stuttgart, Germany.
However, with three quarters of the roof now
spectators while meeting aesthetic, acoustic
and environmental impact requirements, will

Birdair worked with specialty cable manu-
The most challenging aspect of NMB
The valleys formed by the tensioned-
Completed in May 2009, the project team
The innovative roofing system is com-
Additionally, the 70,000-seat stadium will
Durban Stadium will welcome six first-
incorporate a towering 1,100-foot- (335-m-)
amphitheatre, sports history museum and a
DURBAN STADIUM
long, 30-story arch along the pitch of the roof.
public park with beach access. It will also play
undesirable weather. Aluminum cladding will
Featuring a 500,000-square-foot (46,450-
Visually, the unique design will allow the arch
host to various sporting and cultural events,
erected, the finished product looks incredible;
be installed on the 36 cantilever trusses that
m2 ) tensile roofing system, Durban Stadium
to stand out against the South African skyline,
including rugby matches and concerts.
NELSON MANDELA BAY STADIUM
its well worth all the hard work.
support the edges of each fabric panel.
serves as a prominent addition to the sur-
while functionally it will provide support for the
Located in the Eastern Cape Province of
rounding South African countryside.
778 tons (700 metric tons) of cable net that sup-
was completed in August 2009, with the en-
South Africa, the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadi-
athletic venues around the world, the
little more than a mile away from the shores
port the tensile roofing system. Visitors will be
tire facility completed in October. The project
um is the first world-class stadium to be built
Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium will enjoy a
of Algoa Bay, provides scenic views for at-
ety of functional and aesthetic benefits that
able to ascend the arch by cable car for a birds-
team consisted of architect GMP Architects,
in the City of Port Elizabeth. Birdair designed,
variety of aesthetic and functional benefits
tendees inside the stadium while showcas-
tensile architecture continues to provide for
eye view from a platform above center field.
Cape Town; engineer Schlaich Bergermann
engineered and constructed the tensile roof-
due to the incorporation of a tensioned
ing the architecture for those viewing the
renowned athletic facilities around the world,
und Partner, Stuttgart; and Pfeifer Seilban,
ing system, as well as erected 2,667 tons
membrane roofing system.
venue from the water.
explained Kevin Mayer, Birdair vice president
16,000 temporary seats to its 56,000 per-
(2,400 metric tons) of roof girders for the
of business development. Birdair is proud to
manent seats, bringing the total capacity to
50,000-seat venue. The facilitys five multipur-
resemble a sunflower when viewed from
play host of five first-round matches, one
be a part of what is sure to become one of
70,000. After the World Cup, the stadium
pose levels house conference rooms, offices,
above, complementing the diverse natural
second-round match, one quarterfinal and
South Africas, if not the worlds, most stun-
can be expanded to an Olympic size of
Birdair Inc.,
corporate boxes and a security area.
beauty of the surrounding area. Approximate-
one third-place playoff. Following the World
ning architectural attractions.
85,000 seats for future sporting events.
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With a design that rivals acclaimed
Aesthetically, the roofs open look will
The stadiums North End Lake location, a
The Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium will
Durban Stadium demonstrates the vari-
For the World Cup, the stadium will add
Roofing construction on Durban Stadium
Memringen, Germany.
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ownership projects
sports & recreation
Metal roof provides

clubhouses signature look
Recreation center cools off

and saves money with fans
Arena built with the

environment in mind
Scope: The clubhouse at the new Bay For-
Scope: Iowa State University, located in
Scope: While this project was originally
est residential community in Ocean View,
Ames, Iowa, recently completed an ambi-
meant to seat 4,700 for an indoor professional
Del., provides a signature look for the 800-
tious renovation project on its Lied Recreation
football team, the Wichita Wild, the resulting
home development by Natelli Communities,
Athletic Center.
Hartman Arena in Park City, Kan., ended up
Gaithersburg, Md.
being a 6,500-seat multipurpose facility with
Details: Approximately 11,500 square feet

(1,068
m2 )
of Elk Grove Village, Ill.-based
Requirement: A major goal of the project
15 acres (6 hectares) of parking that was built
was to provide an effective, natural ventilation
with the environment in mind.
component without incurring the high cost
Petersen Aluminum Corp.s Snap-Clad panels
associated with mechanical cooling.
sultants, Ames. Air conditioning the entire
Details: Completed in May 2009, American
facility, if we were to do it, came with an initial
Buildings Co., Eufaula, Ala., supplied its Clear
Solution: The up-front and long-term opera-
cost of about $3.2 million. The investment of
Span metal building, Standing Seam 360 roof
pavilion and postal facility. The 0.032-aluminum
tional costs for mechanical air conditioning of
Big Ass Fans provided the much needed air
panels and Architectural III wall panels for the
panels were finished in Silver.
the space was cost prohibitive, leading the
movement at a fraction of the cost.
100,245-square-foot (9,313-m2 ) facility.
facility operators to look for a more energy-
dent of Natelli and general manager of Main
efficient option. Lexington, Ky.-based Big
grees which can be in the heat stress index if
was the architect; The Law Co. Inc., Wichita,
Street Commercial, a Netelli company and
Ass Fans was able to supplement the natural
there is not enough circulation, Heldenbrand
was the general contractor; and Williams Con-
general contractor on the project, Natelli had
ventilation with constant, steady air move-
said. The intent was to offset the increased
struction Inc., Springfield, Mo., was the builder.
used PAC-CLAD on a previous development.
ment at a fraction of the cost of installing and
temperatures with air movement, enhancing
We knew we wanted Petersen for all of the
running air conditioning.
the comfort of those using the facility.
Sustainability: The building is subterranean,
meaning the seating bowl is located under-
were used on the clubhouse, with an additional

3,500 square feet (325
m2 )
used on the tennis
According to Dave Dombert, vice presi-
community buildings at Bay Forest. We like

the aesthetics and the longevity.

Details: Built in 1990, the 236,000-square-
However, when the market crashed, met-
foot
(21,924-m2 )
facility only had air condi-
The temperature can be above 76 de-
Big Ass Fans large diameter, low speed
Law-Kingdon Architecture, Wichita, Kan.,
fans are able to move huge volumes of air
ground, which helps keep costs down for heat-
while providing gentle, non-disruptive air
ing and cooling. Additionally, the building runs
al almost didnt make the cut. We considered
tioning in a few select areas. Students and
movement. While a majority of the fans are
on electricity from a 150-foot- (46-m-) tall wind
using less expensive, typical asphalt shingles
faculty utilizing a majority of the facility had
located in the 50-foot- (15-m-) high field
turbine when there are no events. Recycled
instead but that would not have done justice
to succumb to the intense heat and lack of air
house, ISU installed 10 PowerfoilX Plus fans
materials were used for the steel, insulation and
to the building, Dombert said. The architect
movement. During the summer the exces-
ranging in size from 20 to 24 feet (6 to 7 m) in
plastics in the building, with innovative recycling
really fought to keep the metal.
sive temperatures often forced the cancella-
diameter, as well as 12 6-foot (2-m) Pivot fans
ideas in place inside and the arena. Carpoolers
Design for the 12,000-square-foot (1,115-
tion of numerous exercise classes.
above and around the upper level track.
are rewarded with free parking at events.
m2 )
facility was provided by Rosslyn, Va.-
The building as a whole needed well
based Kishimoto, Gordon, Dalaya PC. The
over 500 tons of cooling, said Chuck Helden-
Big Ass Fans,
American Buildings Co.,
clubhouse is the focal element of the com-
brand from Henneman Engineering Con-
www.bigassfans.com, Circle #30
www.americanbuildings.com, Circle #31
munity, said architect Henry Mahns, project

manager.As such, the developer wanted this
to be the signature building that would set the
tone for the entire development.

We like the standing-seam metal roof
for projects that have a harsh environment like

this one thats in a coastal area, according to
Mahns.The strength, durability and longevity
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is just something we rely on with this type of
the metal roof enhances the overall look and
project.We want it to be there for a long time.
feel, Mahns reported.The metal has a very
clean, tech look to it that we find really works
The roof is accented with deep over-
hangs, cupolas, dormers and a featured
with a lot of jobs.
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tower element clad with engineered stone.

We try to use traditional forms with con-
Petersen Aluminum Corp.,
temporary detailing and we really believe
www.pac-clad.com, Circle #29
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May /June 2010
ownership projects
sports & recreation
Metal panels provide

aesthetics and functionality
Safety and security key at YMCA

Scope: A key component of the new Orem
YMCA designed to illustrate

the activities inside
Scope: The new $13 million, 72,000-square-
YMCA facility in Houston is the outdoor play
Scope: Located on a 20-acre (8-hectare) site,
area and swimming pool.
the 80,000-square-foot (7,432-m2) Rose E.
foot
(6,689-m2 )
Colorado State University
Indoor Practice Facility in Fort Collins, Colo.,
Schneider Family YMCA in Cranberry Town-
provides practice areas for football, basketball
Details: Approximately 2,000 square feet (186
ship, Pa., is a state-of-the-art facility featuring an
and volleyball. It is 65 feet (20 m) at its tallest
m2) of Woburn, Mass.-based RHEINZINK Amer-
indoor aquatics center with four pools, a fitness
point, and contains a 70-yard (64-m) synthetic
ica Inc.s Preweathered Blue-Gray perforated,
center, gymnasium, community rooms and a
turf football field with adjacent track.
corrugated fence panels were used to provide
12,000-square-foot (1,115-m2) wellness center.
security for members, as well as durability and

Details: Metl-Span, Lewisville, Texas, supplied 39,000 square feet (3,623
m2 )
of Metl-
aesthetic appeal for the neighborhood facility.
Details: The challenge was to design a
building that illustrated the activities inside,
Brave Architecture, Houston, designed the

(2,323-m2 )
Span CF-42 Light Mesa insulated wall panels.
25,000-square-foot
The 2-inch (51-mm) panels were finished in
ing to Greg Ryden, project manager, the design
architect, Ross Schonder Sterzinger Cupcheck
Herring Bone on the exterior and Igloo White
concept was new for Ys. The Orem Y has
P.C., Wexford, Pa. We wanted the architec-
on the interior.
all of the amenities of a traditional YMCA but
ture to reflect an open, fun, inviting space.
is smaller in size with a more neighborhood
At the same time, the cost of materials and
erected the pre-engineered structure from
feel. The design really focused on the exterior
systems definitely came into play because
Memphis, Tenn.-based Varco Pruden Build-
pool and play area. That obviously required
the YMCA is obviously non-profit.
ings. Aller-Lingle Architects, Fort Collins, was
the necessary security. We created a unique
the architect, and Saunders Construction,
fencing system that combined varying depth
m2) of Indianapolis-based Citadel Architectural
Centennial, Colo., was the general contractor.
RHEINZINK perforated panels installed above a
Products Inc.s Envelope 2000 metal composite
traditional vinyl coated fence.
material panels were used to accomplish the
buildings whenever an insulated panel is called
design objectives and deliver value as well. The
for which seems to be more and more frequent-
installed horizontally with panel depths of 3, 4
panels were installed using both Citadels Reveal
ly with the higher R values that can be achieved
and 5 feet (0.9, 1.2 and 1.5 m). We designed
(RV) System and Rout and Return (RR) System.
with a thinner wall thickness than with traditional
a rhythmic pattern that looks quite attractive
blanket insulation, said Dave Boss, project
while providing privacy and security and also
Champagne Metallic and custom Orange
development manager for Lefever.
allowing airflow, Ryden said.
Copper, and interface with rough split face block
material. With the interplay of these different
Lefever Building Systems, Fort Collins,
We incorporate Metl-Span panels into our
The one-piece nature of Metl-Span panels
YMCA. Accord-
The 8-foot (2-m) RHEINZINK panels were
Metal TechUSA, Peachtree City, Ga.
said Ralph Sterzinger, principal and project
Approximately 5,000 square feet (465
The Citadel panels were finished in
was also an important factor. According to
fabricated the perforated, corrugated panels,
textures, shapes and colors, the design creates
Boss: The University wanted a nice interior
and Astro Fence, Houston, did the installation.
an interesting appeal to the community,

according to Sterzinger.
finish appearance plus a good R value. The

profile of the panel also created an attrac-
RHEINZINK America Inc.,
The Citadel RV System was used exten-
tive exterior look, which is what the architect
www.rheinzink.com, Circle #34
sively on two full sides of the aquatic center.
wanted. And the Metl-Span panels allowed us
It gave us a nice clean, smooth look that en-
to achieve significant labor savings which is
abled us to get within budget. It was the right
what everyone wanted.
system for the application and design that we
had, Sterzinger said.
The University had attempted to get fund-
ing for the project for a decade. Now that the
The custom Orange Copper RR System
new facility is in place, it has become a great
panels were used to highlight the YMCAs
recruiting tool for CSUs athletic program.
entrance. The Citadel systems accomplished what was our intention for the
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Metl-Span,
design of the exterior of the building,
contractor; and Brad Bridges, R.J. Bridges Corp.,
ww.metl-span.com, Circle #32
Sterzinger reported.
Carnegie, Pa., was the sales representative.
Varco Pruden Buildings,
www.vp.com, Circle #33
Murray, Pa., installed the Citadel panels; Landau
Citadel Architectural Products Inc.,
Building Co., Wexford, Pa., was the general
www.citadelap.com, Circle #35
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ownership projects
sports & recreation
Recreation center offers a variety

of activities for community
Metal panels highlight state-ofthe-art professional stadium
Scope: The C.C. Woodson Community
Scope: The 257,000-square-foot (23,875-m2 )
Recreation Center in Spartanburg, S.C., cel-
Dicks Sporting Goods Park in Commerce
ebrated its grand opening in March 2010. The
City, Colo., is an 18,000-seat stadium that
new 27,000-square-foot
(2,508-m2 )
building
is surrounded by a 24-field, fully lit profes-
offers a variety of services and activities for
sional soccer complex. Located 9 miles (14.4
people of all ages and interests. Features
km) northeast of downtown Denver and only
include a Community Room for group meet-
5 miles (8 km) from Denver International
ings, Learning Center, Senior Lounge, Teen
Airport, it is considered the biggest and most
Center, Health & Wellness Room and a
state-of-the-art professional stadium and field
14,000-square-foot
(1,301-m2 )
gymnasium. A
complex in the world.
new pool and regulation-size football field is
Stadium amenities include 22 lodge-style
currently under construction.
luxury suites, a unique open concourse design

that allows for 360-degree sightlines of the
Details: For the roof, the project features 142

squares (1,319
m2 )
field, and a world-class grass field with an
of 24-gauge Maxima 216
ADV Radius panels and 90 squares (836
underground heating and draining system. The
m2 )
stadium also boasts cutting-edge technology,
of 24-gauge Maxima 216 ADV Straight panels
featuring the largest video scoreboard and
in a Kynar Slate Gray from McElroy Metal,
the most LED boards for a stadium its size
Bossier City, La. The metal roof was chosen
anywhere, as well as the only fully integrated
because of its low maintenance, durability and
digital signboard system in the world.
aesthetic appeal.

Additionally, ALPOLIC aluminum compos-
Details: Moon Township, Pa.-based CENTRIA
ite panels from Mitsubishi Plastics Composites
supplied 26,728 square feet (2,483 m2 ) of its
America Inc., Chesapeake, Va., were used
22-gauge Profile Series IW-60A in Charcoal
for the building exterior. The project includes
Gray with a smooth Fluorofinish coating;
m2 )
25,319 square feet (2,352 m2 ) of 22/26-gauge
of 0.16-inch (4-mm)
ALPOLIC ACM PE Core, in BBR Red and 3,808

square feet (354
m2 )
Formawall Dimension Series 2-inch (51-mm)
in OPT Mica Platinum
horizontal and vertical panels in Light Gray
for the accents and entrance way. The panels
with a smooth Fluorofinish coating; and 1,515
were installed with Altech Panel Systems
square feet (141 m2 ) of 22/26-gauge DS-60
Accu-Trac ES exposed seal joinery.
2-inch horizontal panels in Light Gray with a
smooth Fluorofinish coating.
The building was designed to be as
energy efficient a building as possible,
Kroenke Sports Enterprises, Denver, is the
maximizing the return on investment and
building owner. HOK Sports, Kansas City, Mo.,
minimizing the long term operating cost of
was the architect; Turner Construction, Den-
the building. The overall goal of the facility
ver, was the general contractor; and A-1 Glass
was to have a clean, modern, security-con-
& Panel, Denver, was the dealer and installer.
scious design. Metal was chosen for both

its durability and aesthetics, said Michael T.
ersville, Ga., fabricated the metal wall panels,
Sustainability: CENTRIAs Formawall Di-
Pry, AIA, LEED AP, with the architect, DP3
and SECO Architectural Systems, Snellville,
mension Series has earned Cradle to Cradle
Architects, Greenville, S.C.
Ga., was the installer.
Silver certification.
general contractor; Roofers Supply, Greenville,
McElroy Metal,
CENTRIA,
was the distributor; and Cannon Roofing and
www.mcelroymetal.com, Circle #36
www.centria.com, Circle #38
Sheet Metal, Spartanburg, was the roofing
Mitsubishi Plastics Composites America Inc.,
contractor. Altech Panel Systems LLC, Cart-
www.alpolic.com, Circle #37
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Harper Construction, Greenville, was the
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ownership projects
sports & recreation
Metal building meets hurricaneresistance requirements
Aluminum gives gym flexibility
Metal rides at the rodeo
Scope: The new Cathedral of Praise Athletic
Scope: Located in Tucson, Ariz., the new Tuc-
Scope: Hurricane Isabel swept north up the
Center is a stand-alone gymnasium in North
son Rodeos announcers stand features mostly
Atlantic coast in September 2003, causing the
Charleston, S.C. The 18,803-square-foot
standard materials, along with the extensive
most damage in Virginia. Among the structures
(1,747-m2 )
use of fascia and soffit. Started in October
destroyed in Hampton was Buckroe Beach
and completed in April 2009.
facility was started in March 2008
2008, the 1,116-square-foot (104-m2 ) building
Fishing Pier. Almost six years later, the 706-foot
comes equipped with pre-assembled doors.
(215-m) pier with accompanying main building
Details: The state-of-the-art gymnasium
and cleaning stations opened for business.
features several custom fabricated basketball
Details: The project utilized Houston-based
goals, which were installed on pre-engineered
Mid-West Steel Building Co.s PBR panels for
Requirement: Hampton officials needed
metal building beams. The building also
the endwalls, roofing and sidewalls. Con-
strong building materials that could withstand
boasts custom aluminum frame awnings with
structed on an elevated structural steel and
rain squalls, which are common in the area,
metal panels and has aluminum storefront
deck platform, the structure made use of
and meet codes that have hurricane-resistance
glass doors and windows.
hi-side roof extensions to create a shaded area
requirements. They also wanted to create an
over the arena side of the structure.
attractive building to welcome fishermen.
Building Co., Houston, also utilizes Metal-
lics Batten-Lok roof panels, and Metallics
was the architect, and Fast Fab Erectors Inc.,
Solution: The main building and cleaning
PBU panels for the endwall and sidewalls.
Tucson, was the general contractor, builder,
stations on the pier are roofed with Field-Lok
The pre-engineered system was chosen for
erector and roofing contractor.
(FLR195) panels from ATAS International Inc.,
its flexibility and adaptability to the projects
Allentown, Pa. Field-Lok is a mechanical field-
custom requirements.
Mid-West Steel Building Co.,
seamed panel system, and the double-locked
www.mid-weststeel.com, Circle #41
structural panel can meet severe load require-
was the general contractor; Berenyi Inc.,
ments. In all, 4,324 square feet (402 m2) of the
Charleston, S.C., was the architect; and DWS
0.032-aluminum panels were used. The panels
Structures, Kernersville, N.C., was the builder,
have a Kynar 500 or Hylar 5000 finish in Teal.
erector and roofing contractor.
The metal building, supplied by Metallic
Frampton & Associates, Ladson, S.C.,
For the pier itself, the previous fishing pier was

constructed entirely of wood, and the new
Metallic Building Co.,
fishing pier is supported by concrete pilings and
www.metallic.com, Circle #40
beams with a wood deck and railings, which offer more resistance to storms and hurricanes.
Details: Opening day was May 30, 2009. The
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bar and restrooms, which also are used as
storm shelters. The pier also has fish cleaning stations. Those involved with the project
include: builder, The Phoenix Corp., Newport
News, Va.; roofing contractor, Peninsula Roofing Co., Newport News; roofing distributor,
Bradco Supply Corp., Newport News; and
Stickley Design Group Architects, Tucson,
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ownership projects
sports & recreation
Metal Snow Guards for Metal Roofs
Environmentally friendly gym
Shelters shade park visitors
Scope: Movement Climbing and Fitness Gym
Scope: A community park in Glendale, Ariz.,
in Boulder, Colo., is a rock climbing and fitness
has utilized a series of curved-roof shelters to
facility with a 16,026-square-foot (1,489-
provide shade and comfort to park visitors.
m2 )
footprint. This includes a total interior
of 22,702 square feet (2,109 m2 ) and a roof
Details: The project includes one triangle
height of 34 11/12 inches (11 m).
kiosk and 15 Colorado model shelters in two

different sizes25 by 34 1/2 feet (8 by 11
18 stock colors and

custom colors, too
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Details: The builder used a Rigid Frame
m) and 30 by 42 feet (9 by 13 m)fabricated
system, SSR roof and Panel Rib wall panels
by Classic Recreation Systems Inc., Dewey,
from Varco Pruden Buildings, Memphis, Tenn.
Ariz. The panels were supplied by AEP Span,
Using the Varco Pruden system enabled the
West Sacramento, Calif., and were custom
Cast aluminum, wont

discolor or break
builder to include cost-effective, energy-
curved by Curveline Inc., Ontario, Calif. All
efficient building components. The project
components were prefabricated by Classic
Surprisingly inexpensive
required a 7,000-square-foot
(650-m2 )
excava-
Recreation and erected on-site by Recon Con-
tion for extended ceiling height for a 40-foot
struction, Phoenix. The layout of the shelters
(12-m) interior climbing wall.
consists of two concentric circles, with the
smaller shelters in the center and the larger
Jim Logan Architects, Boulder, was the
architect, and Lefever Building Systems,
ones in the outer circle.
Commerce City, Colo., was the builder.
Completed in March 2009, the new facil-
ity is designed to accommodate numerous

Sustainability: To make the building almost
picnic parties simultaneously, with the smaller
net-carbon zero, the building includes integrat-
structures featuring built-in barbeques with
ed reinforcement structure for the climbing
counters, benches and raised planters. Each
wall installation; window and skylight place-
structure has two 12-inch (305-mm) diameter
ment for 95 percent daylighting; increased
columns supporting curved rafters and tail
insulation for an R-30; a 100 kW rooftop
lattice beams. The curved roofs give the facil-
photovoltaic system that offsets almost 100
ity an open-air feeling while accommodating
percent of the electrical usage; a solar thermal
large or small groups.
system to meet the buildings hot water de-
mands; and an HVAC destratification system
square feet (1,570 m2 ) of AEP Spans curved
that removes dust particles and circulates air
HR-36 24-gauge steel panels in a Tahoe Blue
to accomplish zero degrees of stratification
DuraTech Energy Star cool roof finish.
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ownership projects
sports & recreation
Since 1984, East Coast Lightning Equipment, Inc. (ECLE) has been a leading
supplier of high-quality, UL-listed lightning protection equipment.
Recreation centre is a
community gathering place
Protecting: Factories, Homes, Airports, Schools,

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Three metal buildings

required for event center
Scope: The 309,000-square-foot (28,706-m2 )
mezzanine and roof levels and the 8-foot (2-m)
Scope: The Ripley High School Event Center
Leduc Recreation Centre in Leduc, Alberta,
perforated liner above the running track were
in Ripley, Miss., is made up of three buildings
Canada, is a one-stop multiuse recreation
also supplied by Robertson.
from Oklahoma City-based Star Building Sys-
experience for people of all ages. The facil-
tems, totaling 27,848 square feet (2,587 m2 ).
ity is the central gathering place for the
facility was funded through a combination of
community, providing many leisure and
grants, corporate sponsorships and borrowing.
Details: In addition to its SRLO and SWE
recreational opportunities.
Newly announced funding from other levels of
structural systems, Star supplied more than
government provided the grant opportunities
28,000 square feet (2,601 m2 ) of its Star-
Details: The new $40 million East Wing addi-
to help the city meet its commitment to keep-
Shield roof system in Classic Green and more
tion to the Leduc Recreation Centre, formerly
ing the tax impact as low as possible.
than 18,000 square feet (1,672 m2 ) of its
known as the Black Gold Centre, features
DuraRib wall system in Almond.
two indoor ice surfaces, two indoor fields
Edmonton, Alberta, was the architect; PCL
for soccer, lacrosse, tennis or other sports, a
Construction Management Inc., Edmonton,
ease of design, clear span and ease of construc-
fitness and wellness centre, a second floor
was the general contractor; and Allsteel Build-
tion. Conventional construction was used on the
running track and retail service options for
ers, Lamont, Alberta, was the erector.
exterior walls. Buildings A and C were left open
sporting goods, food and beverage outlets,
up to 10 feet (3 m), and Building B was left open
physiotherapy, etc.
Bengert received the 2010 Stephen Barr
full height, for CMU and brick construction.
Construction on the project began in May
Award for Recreation Facility Design for this
2008. Robertson Building Systems, Ancaster,
project at the Recreation Industry Awards of
was the architect, and Worsham Brothers
Ontario, Canada, supplied the arena and field
Excellence, sponsored by the Recreation for
Inc., Corinth, Miss., was the general con-
house buildings. Engineered steel building
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tractor and builder.
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Robertson Building Systems,
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ect construction schedule. Both structures
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The 250- by 216- by 34-foot (76- by 66- by
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Robertson also supplied the 40,500-
square-foot (3,762-m2 ) field house building for

two fields, one used primarily for indoor soccer
and the other used for multipurpose dry sport
programming. It is also available for food and
banquet services, lawn bowling, trade shows,
concerts and more. The Robertson building
is 202 1/2 by 200 by 42 2/3 feet (62 by 61 by
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ownership projects
sports & recreation
New ski jump balances both design

appeal and functionality
Metal canopy adorns fitness center
Scope: Norways most recognizable moun-
Lifestyle Fitness in Fishers, Ind., features
tain, Oslos famous Holmenkollen, now boasts
a canopy from Lincoln, Neb.-based Mapes
a newly rebuilt ski jump, which has already
Architectural Canopies.
Scope: Completed in June 2008, the
been honored as the chosen site for the

Nordic World Ski Championships. Renovated
Details: Mapes supplied 154 square feet
18 times since its opening in 1892, the old
(14 m2 ) of its Super Lumideck canopy with
ski jump no longer met the requirements of
a 7-foot (2-m) projection. The 22-foot- (7-m-)
the Fdration Internationale de Ski. Now,
wide canopy is powder coated Regal Red and
it meets ISF regulations and also stands out
features 2 3/4-inch (70-mm) extruded deck-
as a modern architectural marvel. Designed
ing with an 8-inch (203-mm) style G fascia.
to withstand harsh winds and symbolize the
It also features standard rear drainage with a
success of the Norwegian capital, the new
rollformed downspout. Balay Architects, Fish-
Holmenkollen is clad with stainless-steel wo-
ers, was the architect, and Darland Construc-
ven metal mesh from GKD-USA Inc. GKD is
tion, Omaha, Neb., was the builder.
located in Cambridge, Md.

Mapes Architectural Canopies,
Details: Julien de Smedt with JDS Architects,
www.mapes.com, Circle #48
Oslo, designed the new Holmenkollen as an

HS 134 jump hill that balances both design appeal and functionality. A crucial element in the
rebuilding process was meeting requirements
that protect ski jumpers from harsh winds, the
most common cause of ski jumping accidents.
Designers used more than 14,000 square feet
(1,301 m2 ) of Sambesi light and PC-Sambesi
mesh from GKD. A total of 315 units of Sambesi light, each measuring approximately 39 by
3 feet (12 by 1 m) were fitted to the exterior
of the steel structure with round rods and eye
bolts. An additional 130 units of PC-Sambesi
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rod mesh were tilted laterally and fitted in
plication options. The stainless-steel meshs
the steel structure on the inside of the jump
characteristic semi-transparency, along with
platform, which allows for replacement or
the spotlights placed inside and on top of the
removal. A mesh size of 5.9 by 7.9 inches (150
jump tower, creates a magnificent visual ef-
by 200 mm) in the area around the lamps fa-
fect. At night, the backlit mesh turns the arena
cilitates the surface illumination of the mesh.
into a hill of sparkling light.
Both the Sambesi Light and PC-Sambesi are
designed for extreme wind loads.
2009, and the ski jump officially opened in
March 2010, in time for the Ski Jumping and
In addition to protecting the jumpers,
is looking for
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Work on the Holmenkollen began in
Architects selected GKDs mesh to protect
Nordic Combined World Cup. An additional
the ski jump structure from harsh weather-
phase of construction will be completed in
ing. The durability of stainless-steel woven
fall 2010, adding more than 9,500 square feet
metal mesh will enable the Holmenkollen ski
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Metal panels create a

distinctive appearance
Metal roof tops state-of-the-art

softball stadium
Flexibility key to arena design

Scope: Completed in January 2009, the
(24,340-m2 )
Scope: The new 120,000-square-foot (11,148-
Scope: Located adjacent to the Regal Soccer
262,000-square-foot
m2 )
Stadium, the new Sherri Parker Lee Softball
Lions Arena in Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada,
located on the 40-acre (16-hectare) Centegra
Stadium at the University of Tennessee in
houses three NHL-sized rinks and one Olympic
Health Campus in Huntley, Ill. the facility pres-
Knoxville, Tenn., features a PAC-CLAD roof
size pad where the Toronto Maple Leafs and
ents a high-tech exterior look that features
from Elk Grove Village, Ill.-based Petersen Alu-
the Toronto Marlies hold their team practices.
a running bond panel pattern plus random
minum Corp. The $8.5 million Lady Vols soft-
placement of two different silver colors of
ball stadium seats 1,600 spectators, double the
Details: American Buildings Co., Eufaula, Ala.,
panels from Lewisville, Texas-based Metl-
capacity of the previous facility, and features
supplied its Rigid Frame metal building system
Span. The running bond pattern creates a dis-
a state-of-the-art press box, VIP suites and
and Standing Seam 360 metal roof panels for
tinctive appearance by staggering the vertical
digital scoreboard with video playback capabili-
the project. A pre-engineered metal building
joints between panels.
ties. The facility also includes a clubhouse with
was chosen for its design in flexibility and
conference rooms, sports medicine center,
economy. A two-span design allowed for a
coaches office and players room.
reduction in building cost while accommodat-
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center is
Details: Approximately 26,000 square feet

(2,415 m2) of Metl-Span 2-inch (51-mm) Archi-
Lakeshore
ing the four arena pads as well as additional
tectural Flat insulated panels were used on the
Details: For the project, Petersen Aluminum

m2 )
design-build project. The majority of the panels
supplied 30,000 square feet (2,787
were 24 by 64 inches (610 by 1,626 mm). Ap-
24-gauge Snap-Clad panels in Patina Green;
proximately 11,000 square feet (1,022 m2) each
of Silver Metallic and Custom Silver panels were
Reveal Panels in Silver; and 2,000 square feet

m2 )
m2 )
of
of 24-gauge
www.S-5-clamps.com/mbd
or call us at 888-825-3432
row of columns to ultimately reduce the cost

of the building while maintaining a high clear
height to the strut, thereby minimizing ob-
(186
of 0.032-inch (0.8-mm) aluminum
structions to the spectators below. Addition-
PAC-850 in Silver. Lockwood Greene Engi-
ally, the American Buildings engineers were
Grey Velvet were selected for accent.
neers & Architects, Knoxville, was the archi-
able to incoporate into the design the required
tect, and Baird & Wilson Sheet Metal, Knox-
loads for the 12-foot- (4-m-) high pre-cast pan-
ville, was the roofing contractor.
els, special girt spacing for composite metal
pattern. All-American Exterior Solutions, Lake
To learn more about the entire S-5! line of attachment

solutions and snow retention systems visit us at
incorporated strut bracing along the interior
4,000 square feet (372 m2) of panels finished in
installed in a computer-generated random
Only S-5! utility attachment clamps with their

patented round-point setscrews provide maximum
strength without piercing or damaging the paneling.
They install quickly and easily!
bleachers. American Buildings design team
used throughout the elevations. Additionally,
The differing silver color panels were
Every hole you put in your standing seam metal roof

voids your manufacturers warranty and risks leaks.
wall panels and framing for curtainwalls.
Zurich, Ill., was the installer. The guys defi-
Petersen Aluminum Corp.,
nitely had to pay close attention to the shop
www.pac-clad.com, Circle #50
sauga, Ontario, was the architect; Giffels
Stafford Haensli Architects Inc., Missis-
drawings, according to Mike Underwood,
Design-Build Inc., Etobicoke, was the general
project manager. Initially, the staggered joint
contractor; Hillsdale Structures, Burlington,
panels were thought to be a challenge with
Ontario, was the erector; and Wheelwright
the added water protection components but
Group Inc., Toronto, Ontario, was the builder.
they turned out beautifully.

All-American field-fabricated the corners
American Buildings Co.,
due to the running bond design. The general
www.americanbuildings.com, Circle #51
contractor was Walsh Construction, Chicago,

and the architect was PSA-Dewberry, Chicago.
Metl-Span,
www.metl-span.com, Circle #49
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news flash
the latest happenings in the metal construction industry
Transportation and Warehouse/Distribution.

In 2010, a new category was added for the
first time, Roof Retrofit.

Winners and honorable mentions are
announced for each category. The nominees

then go on to compete for the Excellence in
Designs top two awards: Building of the Year
ABC Roof of the Year
and Roof of the Year.

We appreciate the hard work and dedica-
tion of our network of Builders and Roofers,

said Ray Napolitan, ABC president. We are
honored to work with such a talented group
and were impressed with the many deserving
ABC Roof Retrofit Winner
lence in Design awards.
ABC announces Excellence

in Design Awards
The Metal Initiative, Glenview, Ill., has

produced a white paper focusing on using
metal in retrofit applications. With retrofit
being one of the hottest topics in the commercial building industry today, the white paper
addresses the reasons why building owners,
developers and architects are and should be
choosing metal. Metals benefits are more
than economical and environmentally friendly;
theyre also visually appealing and long lasting.

The Metal Initiatives white paper outlines
the financial and environmental advantages

of retrofitting with metal roof and wall systems. For architects, contractors and business
Dobson Sheet Metal & Roofing of Mobile,
owners the paper explains how to increase
Ala. and Copper Construction Co. Inc. of
business, improve building appearance and
Vidalia, Ga. were recently awarded Ameri-
reduce long-term energy costs by using metal
can Buildings Co.s Excellence in Design
in retrofit projects.
and non-air handling equipment for heating
gether to make metal roofing a green product
reach in the residential, commercial and
and air conditioning systems, as well as sky-
on its own, Gieseke said.
industrial construction markets remains un-
lights, sanitary vents, exhaust fans and fresh air
rivaled, and we look forward to a successful
intakes. How this equipment fits into the retrofit
customer base in the metal roofing industry has
is up to the designer, but the location of existing
a burgeoning interest in solar power. His roofing
equipment usually dictates what can be done
customers understand that solar is coming into
Existing Sloped Roof Solutions
the marketplace as a sister industry to roof-
Designing retrofit systems for sloped roofs
ing.McElroy contractors that have been in the
requires attention to many of the same details
roofing business for a long time now recognize
in the design stage as for flat roofs. These
solar as an opportunity for new profits.
include analyzing the existing roof support
system and using the opportunity to improve
are providing the latest in solar solutions.One
ventilation systems and insulation levels, and
of the advantages of working with Inovateus
potentially adding renewable energy systems
Solar is that they have such a wide variety of
to the design. ..
solar technologies we can offer our custom-
Energy Efficiency
ers. Flexible photovoltaic panels installed with
The retrofit process offers some excellent
standing-seam roofing products will be a large
ways to improve a buildings energy efficiency
part of the business, but we are also interest-
and help reduce its carbon footprint. By add-
ed in offering crystalline solar to our custom-
ing a few low cost elements to the retrofit
ers, Gieseke said.
Gieseke went on to explain that McElroys
and long-standing relationship!
Alcans new name:

3A Composites
With the recently completed acquisition of Alcan Composites, Mooresville,
Working closely with Inovateus Solar, we
N.C., by Schweiter Technologies, Horgen,

Switzerland, executives announced that
the business now will be known as 3A
Composites as it continues to manufacture and sell its well-known product lines
for the graphic display, building cladding, furniture, home construction and
transportation industries. 3A Composites
employs 2,700 employees in 21 locations in
Europe, the Americas and Asia.

system the designer can help the building
Our new business name reflects our
recognizes builders and roofers for their inno-
Drexel Metals teams up

with imagery provider
vation and distinction in design.
Drexel Metals LLC, Ivyland, Pa., signed
the report:
Dobson Sheet Metal and Roofing re-
a Trade Partner agreement with Pictom-
Existing Building Solutions
ceived the 2010 Roof of the Year Award and
etry International Corp., Rochester, N.Y.,
For more than 25 years, retrofit has been a
was also named the Excellence in Design
provider of aerial oblique imagery and
quick, cost-effective solution for problem-
winner in a second Roofing category. These
measuring software, to conduct accurate
atic roof geometry, maintenance issues and
McElroy and Inovateus Solar form

roofing, solar power partnership
honors were awarded for the construction of
measurements of existing buildings.
outdated appearance. In more recent years,
McElroy Metal, Bossier City, La., and Inova-
Colony at the Grand in Fairhope, Ala. Copper
thermal efficiency and energy savings are the
teus Solar, South Bend, Ind., have formed a
Construction Co. received an ABC Excel-
our DM-ARM members the ability to see the
hallmarks of a retrofit roof application
roofing and solar power partnership to pro-
lence in Design Award in the category of
project before they go, said Brian Partyka of
Roofing Applications
vide specification, engineering and instal-
Roof Retrofit for Barracks Upgrade Project
Drexel Metals.Pictometry imagery enables
The most common retrofit applications are
lation solutions for large standing-seam
Building #25425 in Fort Gordon, Ga. The
users to measure the square footage of the
metal over existing flat roofs and metal
roofing projects incorporating solar.
McElroy Metal distributes

full line of S-5! products
construction company was also awarded
roof area, pitch, elevation and moreand see
over existing sloped roofs. Both of these
McElroy Metal Inc., Bossier City, La., and
released a viewpoint brochure that demon-
second runner up for the Roof of the Year
all surrounding areas all with the click of their
improve a buildings appearance and reduce
marketing for McElroy Metal, explained his
S-5!, Colorado Springs, Colo., have an-
strates how pursuing Cradle to Cradle Certi-
for the same project.
mouse.The best part under the DM-ARM
maintenance, but each can offer solutions
companys natural attraction to this greener
nounced an agreement for McElroy Metal
fication has helped the company contribute
program is our members get 40 percent more
to different problems
technology that led to the partnership with
to serve as distributor for the full line of
to a more sustainable environment. The
sign Awards competition is open to all autho-
hours when they sign up under our program,
Existing Flat or Nearly Flat Roof Solutions
Inovateus Solar.
S-5! products.
piece outlines the fundamental framework of
rized ABC Builders and Architectural Metal
Partyka added.
The two common types of retrofit installa-
the Cradle to Cradle Certification process, as
Systems Roofers. Winners are selected by an
tions on existing structures are low slope
green building and solar energy installations
said Ken Gieseke, vice president of marketing
well as the steps CENTRIA has taken within
independent panel of judges.
adopter of such a fascinating technology and
and steep slope roofs. During installation of
for many reasons.Metal roofing is a com-
for McElroy Metal. We believe S-5! systems
that framework as a socially responsible
This year, judges chose from more
are excited to help our DM-ARM members
either of these types of retrofit systems the
pletely recyclable materialit is manufactured
offer the industrys best solution for snow re-
corporate citizen and the premier supplier of
than 170 entries to select the best projects
grow their businesses in this type of econo-
building interior is not exposed to outside ele-
initially with a high percentage of recycled
tention, crystalline solar panel installation and
architectural metal wall and roof systems used
in each of the following categories: Agri-
my, said Rob Waite, CEO of Drexel Metals.
ments or contamination from construction
metal and can then be reclaimed again at
rooftop accessory attachment.
in commercial/industrial applications.
cultural; Church/Religious Center; Com-
Rooftop Equipment
the end of its service life.Metal roofing has
mercial; Government/Institutional; Green
the DM-ARM Pictometry program, contact
A key consideration in designing a retrofit
excellent reflective capabilities to keep cool-
joined Gieseke in celebrating their agree-
Cradle to Cradle viewpoint piece, call
Building; Manufacturing/Industrial; Office;
Drexel Metals at (888) 321-9630 ext. 104 or
system for flat roofs is location of the rooftop
ing costs down and has a long service life that
ment. It is an honor to add McElroy Metal
(800) 759-7474, e-mail info@centria.com or
Recreation; Retail; Roofing; Self Storage;
visit www.drexmet.com.
equipment. Typically this involves air handling
can reach decades. These things all come to-
to our family of S-5! partners. McElroys
visit www.centria.com.
Awards. ABCs Excellence in Design Awards
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projects that were entered in this years Excel-
Benefits of building with metal in

retrofits outlined in white paper
The highly anticipated Excellence in De-
| May /June 2010 |
Our agreement with Pictometry allows
We are really excited to be an early
For more information or to sign up for
The following benefits, versatility and
applications of using metal are highlighted in
organizations unequaled reputation for quality
owner realize significant savings.
in the industries that we serve, said Bren-
For more information, visit
dan Cooper, president, 3A Composites USA.
www.themetalinitiative.com.
Kenneth Gieseke, vice president of
Metal roofing is a perfect medium for
While our overall business name will change,

customers in each of these industries will still
be able to rely on our trusted well-established
product lines. Our customers will continue
to derive high value from the worlds leading
composite substrates.
Ken Gieseke, left, vice president of marketing

for McElroy metal and Rob Haddock, CEO and
founder of S-5! celebrate.
CENTRIA offers views on

Cradle to Cradle certification
CENTRIA, Moon Township, Pa., recently
We are proud to be a distributor of S-5!,
Rob Haddock, CEO and founder of S-5!,
For more information on CENTRIAs
May /June 2010
37
news flash
the latest happenings in the metal construction industry
NCI leads in IAS accreditations

NCI Building Systems Inc., Houston,
announced that effective as of Dec. 18,
2009, it completed International Accreditation Service accreditation evaluations
of all 16 of its designated metal building facilities and for all 12 of its metal
building companies, earning a total of 24
certificates of accreditation. As a result
of this accomplishment, the company said it
currently holds the greatest number of IAS
accreditations by a single corporate group in
the metal buildings industry.
Optimum Energy advances

HVAC management
Optimum Energy LLC, Seattle, introduced
OptimumMVM, a Web-based measurement, verification and management
service that is advancing the processes for
day-to-day management of commercial
HVAC systems and enabling persistent
energy reductions in systems optimized
with OptimumHVAC.

OptimumMVM is a key component of
OptimumHVAC, a networked software solution that utilizes patented relational-control

technologies to reduce energy consumption in commercial HVAC systems by 30 to
60 percent, and maintains those savings
through ongoing measurement, verification
and management. OptimumMVM provides
continuous operating data and analysis
tools to measure system performance,
and quickly detect, diagnose and repair
system faults that are caused by changes
and malfunctions in mechanical and control
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team members dedication to constantly im-
Optimum Energy. Optimum Energy is chang-
proving protection efforts.
ing that with our networked software solution
that enables our customers to achieve up to
tation Service AC472 accreditation for metal
60 percent energy reductions today. Opti-
building system manufacturers. All four
mumMVM plays a key role in sustaining those
ABC divisions passed inspection to achieve
Buildex Chicago
savings, making previously invisible operations
IAS certification.
Chicago
completely transparent. The ability to access
(312) 527-6023 www.buildexchicago.com
and intelligently utilize performance data 24/7
quality management system elements for
is transforming the way our customers oper-
engineering, fabrication and shop practices,
ate and maintain their plants.
personnel requirements, materials certifica-
tion process control and technical require-
More information on Optimum Energy
IAS accreditation criteria addresses
LLC is available at
ments.The AC472 comprises all necessary
www.optimumenergyhvac.com.
requirements of the International Building
Hormann Flexon highlights door line

A new 28-page color brochure highlighting Hrmann Flexons line of high performance doors is now available. This comprehensive brochure includes information about
the Speed-Commander 1400 SE and 800 SF
SoftEdge doors; the Speed-Master 1600 and
2600 Series; and the new Speed-Guardian 4000
U insulated,
high-speed
security door.
Detailed product information,
site photos and
detail drawings make it an
effective sales
tool for dealers
and product
resource for customers.

Contact Hrmann Flexon at
(800) 365-3667 for a copy of the brochure.
FRSAs 88th Annual Convention

&Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo
(407) 671-3772 ext. 100 www.floridaroof.com
building manufacturers.
Metal Sales helps family

with dream house
Metal Sales Manufacturing Corp., Louisville,
Ky., recently helped a worthy family receive
the house of their dreams on the ABC TV series, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.

In early December, the show traveled to
Gainesville, Fla. Don Hickman of Hickman
27-29
BOMA Annual Conference
& The Every Building Show
Los Angeles County, Calif.
(202) 408-2662 www.bomaconvention.org
July
perienced installers on the project. The com-
Company
Page
Phone
Web site
Accelerated Building Technologies
33
(888) 9-accelE
accbt.com
13
BOMA International 2010
(202) 408-2662
boma.org
Braemar Building Systems
33
(888) 480-5552
braemarbuildings.com
12
Contrarian Metal Resources
(866) 360-5100
metalresources.net
East Coast Lightning
29, 31 (888) 680-9462
ecle.biz
8, 10
Flex-Ability Concepts
31
(866) 443-FLEX
flexabilityconcepts.com
11
Hydroswing Doors
(866) 604-9376
hydroswing.com
The Metal Initiative
(847) 375-4718
metalinitiative.com
METALCON International
IBC
(800) 537-7765
metalcon.com
17
Petersen Aluminum Corp.
27
(800) PAC-CLAD
pac-clad.com
PPG Industries Inc.
BC
(888) PPG-IDEA
ppgideascapes.com
18
S5!
35
(800) 825-3432
s-5.com
15
Schweiss Bi-Fold Doors
35
(800) 746-8273
bi-fold.com
16
Source of Supply in Polyurethanes Inc. 33
(800) 598-9826
sosfoams.com
14
Thermal Design
(800) 255-0776
thermaldesign.com
(905) 825-2252
vicwest.com
IFC
Vicwest Insulated Metal Panel System 7
Metal Roofing led an 11-member team of ex-
Circle #
25-27
plex schedule requires all vendors to complete

their designated assignment within
an extraordinarily tight
time frame.
MCA Semi-Annual Meeting

Pittsburgh
man Roofing
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Modern Trade Communications Inc.
team began
then worked
ing that operating cost reductions resulting
environmental awareness, American
throughout
from HVAC energy efficiency investments
Buildings Co., Eufaula, Ala., has achieved
the night to
are sustained year after year.
ISO 14001 certification. ISO 14001 certi-
install a durable Metal Sales roof as part of the
fication is a voluntary standard that can be
fast-paced construction project. Metal Sales
improved their business processes, productiv-
adopted by any business or community that is
donated a highly efficient Pro Panel II metal
ity and profits through the use of enterprise
interested in taking an active stance in reduc-
roof. This Energy Star rated cool roof features
applications, they have not, until now, been
ing its environmental footprint. ABC takes
ColorFast 45 Paint technology in Burnished
applied to the commercial HVAC industry,
pride in its environmental policy and every
Slate, covered by a 45-year warranty.
at 1 p.m., and
John S. Lawrence, Chief Executive Officer

johnlawrence@moderntrade.com
(847) 375-4718 www.metalconstruction.org
The Hick-
As part of its continued effort to increase
16-19
for quality control and inspection of metal
of performance drift is prevented, ensur-
| May /June 2010 |
Code, Chapter 17, for establishing the basis
ABC adopts voluntary standard
14-16
Orlando, Fla.
systems. As a result, the common problem
While most industries have greatly
June
said Nathan Rothman, founder and CEO of
ABC also received International Accredi-
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Jim Losh, Executive Vice President

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legal issues
On a Federal
Construction
Project?
Remember the
Mil er Act
By Christopher G. Hill
Federal and state government work is a

growth area in construction these days.
With the economy in a downturn, government projects are even more desirable
for commercial contractors. Private developers (both commercial and residential)
are filing for bankruptcy or mothballing
projects due to lack of funds or lack of
potential tenants or buyers.
With this trend toward government
contracting, becoming the lowest bidder and squeezing your margins is a big
temptation, or even necessity. Along
with this lower margin comes higher risk.
Contractors and suppliers looking to keep
the doors open need to be aware of their
rights when contracting for federal
governmental work.
However, one saving grace for contractors on federal projects is the Miller Act.
Essentially, the Miller Act was created
because contractors cannot put a mechanics lien on federal government property.
It requires that all projects with a contract
value over $100,000 have a payment and
performance bond, provided by the general
contractor to cover payment to all subcontractors and suppliers (to a certain level)
and to assure completion of the work.
The payment bond is the more utilized of the two. As its name implies,
this bond is there to assure that subcontractors and suppliers who provide work
to the project are paid. With the proper
notice, and when meeting the filing requirements, the question then becomes
the value of what was provided, and not
whether payment will occur.
The Miller Act requires that a subcontractor or party, contracting with a subcontractor, but not in a direct contractual
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forward
Christopher G. Hill isa construction

lawyer in Richmond, Va., LEED AP, author of the Construction Law Musings
Blog at www.constructionlawva.com,
and member of Virginias Legal Elite
in Construction Law. Hill specializes in
mechanics liens, occupational safety issues, contract consulting, and review and
general risk management for all levels of
construction professionals from contractors to subcontractors to material men.
The Miller Act requires that all projects with a contract value
over $100,000 have a payment and performance bond, provided
by the general contractor to cover payment to all subcontractors
and suppliers and to assure completion of the work.
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relationship with the general contractor,

provide a notice to the general contractor
(or principal on the bond if the principal
and GC are different) within 90 days of the
last work performed or material supplied
for which it claims payment. Then, if no
payment is forthcoming within 90 days
of the date payment is due, suit must be
filed within one year of this last work. If
this procedure is filed, in my experience a
settlement will be forthcoming.
One caveat: The protection of a Miller
Act bond extends down only as far as the
second tier level. In short, a supplier to
a second tier subcontractor is not covered.
Suppliers in particular need to keep this in
mind when entering into a contract on a
federal project and when considering their
payment options.
The federal Miller Act has cousins (or
Little Miller Acts) in most every state
that perform the same function on state
government projects, so I encourage you
to check these out and to call an attorney
who practices in the state you plan to
perform governmental work to discuss
your options with these projects and the
particular quirks of that states Little
Miller Act.
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