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Making the Case: IMPs for Thermal & Moisture Protection
March 2022
Demand for Performance
It could be a high-rise commercial building in a city’s central business district, a massive manufacturing facility in the suburbs, or a multi-family residential development down the block. With every project, the people responsible for bringing ... Continue reading
BMO Tower, Milwaukee named Metl-Span’s 2021 Building of the Year
November 2021
Metl-Span, an industry-leading manufacturer of high-quality, durable and energy-efficient insulated metal panels, has announced the BMO Tower in Milwaukee is the winner of the company’s annual Building of the Year award.
A total of 12 projects were named Building of th ... Continue reading
Where There’s Smoke… Keeping Your Grow Room Safe From Fire
October 2021
With cannabis decriminalized or legalized in a majority of US states, the industry surrounding growing, processing, distributing and selling cannabis products is one of the fastest growing in the nation. Worth an estimated $61 billion or more, and expected to grow 21% year ... Continue reading
CF Insulated Metal Panels Pass New NFPA 285-19 Testing
September 2021
For the past 20 years, the National Fire Protection Agency’s NFPA 285 testing standard has been lending a certain level of assurance that tested assemblies could withstand a fire event.
Now, building assemblies passing the updated NFPA 285-19 Standard Fire Test Method for ... Continue reading
Cleaning Your FRP CleanSeam™ Panels Doesn’t Have To Be A Dirty Job
September 2021
When you choose high-quality fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) CleanSeam™ insulated metal panels for your construction project, you’ve made a smart investment in keeping your building looking good for the long term. They’re durable, energy-efficient, and a great choice ... Continue reading
10 Reasons to Choose IMPs on Your Next Building Project
July 2021
Sustainably designed and easy to install, insulated metal panels deliver high performance levels and durability for walls and roofs making them a great option for a wide variety of applications. If you’re wondering why you should specify these energy-efficient, pre-engineered ... Continue reading
IMP Innovation Helping Healthcare Industry Meet Challenging Demands
July 2021
New insulated metal panel (IMP) technology is offering avenues to cleaner, safer medical facilities at a time when infection control and regulatory demands are outpacing traditional construction methods.
In an increasingly competitive healthcare industry with a ... Continue reading
Benefits of Insulated Metal Panels over Tilt Up Walls
May 2021
As a pre-engineered, all-in-one barrier, air, water, and vapor enclosure with excellent thermal properties, insulated metal panels (IMPs) are a great cladding solution for many commercial, institutional and industrial building types. Offering an extensive profile of aesthetic o ... Continue reading
Backup Wall Systems
April 2021
Insulated metal panels (IMPs) are a popular and practical way to provide a complete exterior wall system on many different building types. But what if a building design calls for some other type of cladding or outer covering besides metal? Does that mean only conventional c ... Continue reading
Metl-Span Highlights Creative Solutions to Building Challenges with its Annual Building of the Year Award
November 2020
Metl-Span, a recognized leader in the advancement of insulated metal panel technology, is honoring the partnerships that bring smartly-constructed, energy-efficient buildings to life through its annual Building of the Year awards program.
“The Building of the Year program ... Continue reading
Take Five: IMP Installation Mistakes, and How to Avoid Them
October 2020
Let’s say you own a top-of-the-line sports car. Sleek in appearance, it also has the latest technology under the hood to deliver the performance you seek when you press the accelerator.
Consider what would happen if you decided to install bicycle tires on that car befo ... Continue reading
All metal panels are not created equal
August 2020
Understanding the contrast between single-skin and insulated metal panels can make all the difference in building performance.
Specifying the proper building materials is a crucial decision for every building project.
In fact, it can mean the difference between a buildi ... Continue reading
Profile depth of Metl-Span’s Insul-Rib panels provides ‘shape and shadow’
August 2020
The Pablo Center at the Confluence in Eau Claire, Wis., was constructed to fit into its site where the Eau Claire and Chippewa rivers meet.
The best designs have a specific direction right from the start. The Pablo Center at the Confluence in Eau Claire, Wis., was co ... Continue reading
IMPs, a Pre-Manufactured “Perfect Wall”
August 2020
When it comes to metal building supplies, we know you have options, but when it comes to all-in-one solutions, Metl-Span’s insulated metal panels (IMPs) lead the pack for three simple reasons: performance, appearance, and ease of installation.
PERFORMANCE
Probably the m ... Continue reading
Three Metl-Span projects honored by MBCEA
July 2020
Three projects with insulated metal panels from Metl-Span received recognition during the recent Metal Building Contractors & Erectors Association annual meeting.
The Boston Sports Institute project in Wellesley, Mass., won the Sports and Recreation Award of Excellence. ... Continue reading
Massachusetts office building goes retro to retrofit
June 2020
Standing since the 1970’s, the West Middlesex Turnpike building has served as a home to local businesses of all kinds in Bedford, Mass.
Yet, after more than four decades of an aging brick exterior, the building owner wanted to bring the facility’s facade into the 21st c ... Continue reading
Perscriptive Vs. Performance Building Codes
June 2020
Building codes are a set of regulations that govern the design, construction, and alteration of structures. A general understanding of building codes helps all parties involved in design and construction understand the specific requirements involved in compliance, preventin ... Continue reading
Protecting IMPs on the Job Site
March 2020
Construction is tough enough without finding your IMPs have been damaged before they could go up. Following a few tips can keep them pristine no matter how long they sit on the site.
Introduction: Construction has enough odds and ends to keep in mind without having to deal w ... Continue reading
Multi-Story Design Considerations When Using Horizontal Insulated Metal Panels
February 2020
Insulated metal panels (IMPs) are an ideal cladding solution for multi-story structures for a variety of reasons. Lightweight, code compliant, thermally efficient and modern aesthetics make them ideal for these applications.
Horizontally installed IMPs require a healthy amou ... Continue reading
Fire Performance of Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs)
January 2020
In recent years, a handful of high-profile building fires have caused renewed scrutiny of using cladding systems with combustible content in multi-story buildings. Although these fires have not occurred in the U.S., and our building code is different than those used in the U.K. ... Continue reading
Benefits of Specifying Insulated Metal Panels
December 2019
When it comes to specifying building materials, we know you have options, but when it comes to your next project or retrofit, there are benefits of insulated panels (IMPs) that will take your commercial build-out to the next level.
The reasons are within the proper ... Continue reading
Structural Insulated Panels and Foamed in Place Insulated Panels
November 2019
When specifying insulated panels for a project, builders have an array to choose from. But when looking at two of the most popular types— structural insulated panels or insulated metal panels, it is important to understand which is best for the project at hand. While both ar ... Continue reading
Thermal Bowing
September 2019
When looking at evaluating different construction materials, particularly those that will have to withstand extreme temperature changes, it's important to understand how they will react to the environment.
An important aspect of using metal in construction is understanding t ... Continue reading
Keep it standard – Reasons to stay with 24”, 30”, 36” and 42”
September 2018
Standard sizing of lumber products began nearly a century ago to create a shared understanding between the lumber mills and the markets. Lumber products commonly traveled long distances by rail or water, making communication difficult. Standard sizes helped create an understand ... Continue reading
Designing with IMP Roof Panels
August 2018
Combining both utility and aesthetics, insulated metal roof panels are growing in popularity. Once used primarily for cold storage, this versatile building solution is ideal for numerous commercial and industrial projects. The IMP roof panels provide air, water, and vapor b ... Continue reading
Flat vs. Profiled. Embossed vs. Smooth: How to select a wall system that’s right for you
August 2018
Innovations in building science are enabling contractors, builders, architects, and property managers to meet new performance and aesthetic goals. Insulated metal panels provide a simple solution with a variety of looks and appearance ... Continue reading
Differences and Similarities Between Vertical and Horizontal IMP Applications
July 2018
Insulated metal panels (IMPs) can be installed either vertically or horizontally. With Metl-Span’s CF series of wall panels, the exact same panels are used for either orientation. However, there are key differences in how the supporting wall system must be designed to acc ... Continue reading
