Michael Smalley

Michael Smalley is the director of preconstruction for IWR North America and has more than a decade of industry experience. IWR North America, headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., is one of the longest standing specialty contractors in the U.S. that focuses on being a true building enclosure partner. IWR is a subsidiary of MHS Legacy Group, a diversified national holding corporation also based in St. Louis with roots dating back to 1895. For more information, please email Michael Smalley at msmalley@iwrna.com.

Finding New Links for the Supply Chain

Michael Smalley

December 2, 2022

Nearly all industries have felt the pain of supply chain issues. The construction industry has been dealing with supply chain issues for several years now, posing a continuous challenge to completing projects timely and within budget.

What to Consider When Choosing a Structural Glass Wall System

Michael Smalley Bryan Sullivan

August 2, 2021

In the building enclosure industry, a structural glass wall is mostly transparent and can be designed with minimal structural elements, except for the glass.

The Importance of Weather-Resistant Barriers

Michael Smalley

July 7, 2021

Weather-resistant barriers play a crucial role in the protection and energy-efficiency of today’s commercial buildings.

American Made, Sustainability Among Popular Trends with Building Enclosures

Michael Smalley

September 16, 2020

One of the current trends is due to the subject that has dominated headlines for all of 2020, COVID-19. Because of the pandemic, the world is changing. Importing products from across the world is an idea that is leaving companies hesitant and concerned

Retrofitting Building Envelopes Can Improve Energy Efficiency

Some Improvements Consists of Energy Savings and Aesthetic Appeal

Michael Smalley

March 13, 2020

With many commercial buildings aiming to reduce their energy footprint, retrofitting a building enclosure can deliver energy savings, as well as an improvement on the building’s appearance

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW ; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On-Demand Designing a high-performance building enclosure requires more than just surface-level protection; it demands a rigorous, performance-based mastery of below-grade water and gas mitigation. This discussion will provide an expert-level analysis of below-grade waterproofing within the comprehensive framework of the high-performance building enclosure.

Credit: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 ICC CEU

On-Demand This course provides visual examples of actual field conditions. Some good, some not so good; along with design suggestions that can cut installation costs and reduce construction change orders. Upon completion of this course, you will have a better understanding of the requirements the roofing contractor must meet to provide the specified roofing system warranty, and long-term value to the owner.

Michael Smalley

ARTICLES

Finding New Links for the Supply Chain

What to Consider When Choosing a Structural Glass Wall System

The Importance of Weather-Resistant Barriers

American Made, Sustainability Among Popular Trends with Building Enclosures

Retrofitting Building Envelopes Can Improve Energy Efficiency

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