It’s no secret that trade industries have been dealing with a shortage of labor causing issues with project delays and quality of work. That being said, High Performance Insulation Professionals is working to connect contractors with qualified labor using the High Performance Recruiter.

One of the most successful technologies used today to deter rainwater intrusion into a building's exterior wall and protect its envelope is the rainscreen system. Introduced more than 20 years ago in the United States, rainscreen technology has continued to advance, along with its popularity among building owners who desire a "stylish raincoat" for their structure.

Design-build projects for the public sector always come with specific requirements with little room for flexibility. The City of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., wanted its new Operations Center to meet the requirements of LEED Silver certification, look great and be designed to withstand 205 mph ultimate wind speeds, all while staying within a strict budget. The choice of insulated metal panels (IMPs) from Metl-Span helped meet those goals.

Our More Than Just an R-Value: Acoustics and stone wool Insulation CEU Webinar on May 21st at 11:30 am EST focuses on how stone wool products can help to protect property, extend building life and reduce overall building energy consumption, but that is not all...