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METAL ARCHITECTURE 7
LEEDing the Way
Firm Strategies
In Search of
Leadership
Contractual Considerations of LEED
“It is my pleasure. First
of all, what I’m worried about
By Ronald A. McKenzie
is the lack of leadership in today’s modern society. The
By Thomas Taylor
gossip and rumor mills are This is an ongoing story of encounters between the
filled with many stories where
King, everyone’s favorite owner; his architect, Slide
managers are letting down their em-
Rule; and his contractor, Igor. Characters are inspired in part by Gary Larson’s Far Side.
“Altogether now, one, two, three … keep
Recently, I was asked by a general contractor to
ployees, even small companies of around 25
•
How much effort will it take to assist the owner
prerequisite or credit based on this designation is
in achieving the desired level of LEED certification?
not always a perfect fit. Therefore, it is critical for contractors preparing lump sum cost proposals for
The terms cooperate and assist can take on a
projects seeking LEED certification to understand
variety of different meanings depending on whom you
all of the requirements of the LEED rating system.
ask. These terms can also take on a different meaning
depending on the phase of the project. At the start of
issues which can arise from assigning sole responsi-
most projects, there is generally an optimistic feeling
bility for a LEED prerequisite or credit to one project
among the entire team that everything related to the
team member. Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite 1
project is going to work out as exactly planned. As the
delineates specific requirements for fundamental com-
project moves from design to construction, budgets
missioning of the building energy systems. USGBC
are tested, value-engineering exercises are required,
designates this prerequisite as a Construction phase
schedules are sometimes disrupted and the drivers of
submittal. The inference from this designation is that
the project shift. How an owner defines cooperation
the contractor is responsible for commissioning the
The following example illustrates the potential
and assistance at the beginning of a project can change
building energy systems. However, further examina-
drastically when faced with the extreme stressors that
tion of the LEED Reference Guide reveals that the
marketing perspective, in bad times they are led
agers don’t have a clue what leadership means.”
from a financial perspective. The real dirty little
often occur at the end of a project. A practical approach
first of 12 individual steps required to comply with this
secret of business is that it always should be
which LEED certification was to be pursued. The pur-
to alleviate potential problems that could arise with the
prerequisite is that the Commissioning Authority (the
use of vague terms such as cooperate and assist is to
person responsible for the commissioning activities)
specify the exact activities required by the contractor or
be designated during the design phase of the project.
to provide an allowance of hours that may be expended
In all, six of the 12 required steps for compliance with
to assist the owner with LEED-related tasks.
the commissioning prerequisite must take place be-
The King continued, “There are three main
considerations concerning leadership: What is it,
led from a marketing perspective. That’s what a
where did it go, and how do we get it back?”
leader does.”
items that could increase the contractor’s liability and
Rule, the No. 1 architect of the Castle, interrupt-
“So, how do we get it back?” asked Igor.
ing the King’s presentation.
get things started. What is leadership?”
“You must fight for it. You must be a Knight
in shining armor. You must manage from the bot-
Igor raised his hand out of politeness. “I’ll “Very good Igor. Leadership is the ability to
of Knights and business owners that worked the
manage the big picture, such as future mar-
tom.”
marketplace and other gathering areas to sell
ket positioning, all the way down to the small
Slide raised his hand. “Your Honor, what
identify areas of assigned responsibility that might add cost to the “General Conditions” portion of the contractor’s bid. My firm has performed this activity
their wares. The King had been leading them in
picture. It’s the ability to relate to their largest
does ‘manage from the bottom’ mean?”
many times over the past six years, and this task gives
a management exercise. “What is that Slide?”
customers, as well as to the janitor that sweeps
asked the King.
the floor. It’s the ability to set in place processes
those above you are a confused tangled web
us the opportunity to see firsthand how owners are
that provide a structure for multiple employees
of decision making with no direction or even a
statue, as someone had dared to address the
to do their job. Quite frankly, leadership is all
concept of leadership. You must never become
King. “Well,” said Slide, “I was talking with Igor
about respect in all areas of the business. It’s
a roadblock when others depend upon you.
Roles and Responsibilities
Everyone stood as if they were a frozen
be documented, assigning full responsibility of a
employees. It’s unbelievable that so many man-
your mind on your driving …”
The King was at the front of the small group
What is the owner’s definition of cooperation?
review proposed contract language for a project in
pose of the review was to provide comment on any
“Your Majesty, I have a problem,” said Slide
•
“It means you must always lead even if
responding to the evolving legalities of LEED.
fore the start of the construction phase of the project.
LEED and Contract Documents
USGBC provides further guidance that if a project
During our recent review of contract language, the
is larger than 50,000 square feet, a member of the
second red flag went up when we read the following:
contractor’s team cannot carry out the commissioning
prerequisite is a Construction phase submittal, and it is
Contractor shall perform the work in
activities. While the checklist may indicate that this
accordance with the LEED checklist to the
true that the contractor must take an active role in the
extent that such checklist and criteria therein
commissioning process, it is clear that the responsibil-
are consistent with the requirements of the
ity starts with the design team.
and he said he doesn’t get what you’re doing.”
also about reacting to new threats. It’s lacking in
You must set an example. You must train those
Each member of the team, including the owner, ar-
contract documents, including but not limited
most companies.”
around you even though they have no idea you
chitect, engineer, contractor and end user, has a part
to, LEED criteria which relate to procurement
Read the Contract—and the LEED Requirements!
of materials, on-site installation practices and
The proposed contract language I recently reviewed
construction waste management.
went on to include many other examples of these
“Hey, don’t bring me into this,” said Igor, the
King’s No. 1 contractor.
“Respect?” said Slide.
are training them.”
in the delivery of a project that will one day receive
“Yes, respect. So often the leaders of a com-
“But, what’s the point?”
LEED certification. Because of this, it is vitally impor-
“Okay. Let’s take a break.” The King slapped
types of issues—many more than I am able to cover
his hands together, almost expecting the lights
pany cannot identify with the challenges of their
“The point is, you know you have done the
tant that those involved in the delivery of LEED proj-
to go out.
employees, both on a business and a personal
right thing. You have leadership with what you
ects understand their roles and responsibilities. The
level. Being a leader and demonstrating leader-
have responsibility for, and you try and mange
project I recently reviewed was a lump sum general
problematic for a variety of reasons. One of the
lump sum bids for projects that are pursuing LEED
ship means you understand and have empathy,
those above you trying to point out the right
contract in which the contractor had no responsibility
main issues involves using a LEED checklist as
certification, proposing contractors would be wise to
a contract document. A LEED checklist should
understand the extent of the responsibilities to which
Everyone sort of disbanded and they went
to sit in the shade. Watered down wine was im-
This type of proposed contract language is
here. The point is that when it comes to providing
mediately served to the King. He glanced at the
and you, the leader, are there to help them. Say-
direction. Even if you fail, you have won.”
for the design of the project. In the terms and condi-
group and waved his hand. Magically, wine was
ing things like, ‘this is not working’ to someone
“How is that?” asked Slide.
tions section of the contract, the language related to
be used as a tracking tool, not a basis of contrac-
they are obligating themselves. Contractors are often
“It’s all about respect for yourself and going
LEED certification led the reader to believe that the
tor performance. A LEED checklist indicates the
reminded to “RTC”—Read the Contract! In the case
served to everyone.
means that you have failed to lead. Leadership is
about people.”
home at night knowing that you are doing more
owner may not have been fully aware of which mem-
prerequisites and credits contained in the LEED
of a LEED project, it is equally important to read the
than the best job possible. You are a leader of
bers of the delivery team were responsible for the
rating system and provides information regarding
LEED requirements and understand how they may
leadership.”
various activities required on a LEED project. The first
the credits that are anticipated to be achieved by
become a part of your contract documents, unless
indication of this came with the following statement:
the specific project. A checklist may also indicate
you take steps to make sure your scope of work care-
whether the prerequisite or credit is defined as a
fully and explicitly defines your LEED role.
“What part don’t you get?” asked the King. “I don’t get any of it,” answered Igor. “I have
“Wow,” said Slide. “I had no idea that lead-
ership was about people. But, where did it go?”
no idea what’s going on.”
“So the situation is status quo,” said Slide in
“Leadership has given way to the financial
report. It’s often said there are two ways to
a mocking voice.
With the exception of an occasional guest
appearance by the author, any similarity to actual
ing aspect, which is more closely aligned with
events or people living or dead is purely coincidental.
Accredited Professional who has experience
sounds to be heard.
people. The second way is from a financial over-
Ronald A. McKenzie is president of COMPASS
in constructing LEED certified projects and
view. While financials are absolutely necessary
Consultants Corp., a strategic planning and mar-
shall, as requested by the owner, administer
ing voice. Everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
in making decisions, it’s not a substitute for tak-
keting company specializing in developing busi-
the LEED certification process using its best
ing people out of the equation. True leaders lead
ness growth. He is a published author and has
efforts to cooperate with architect and assist
ship. A business person must have leadership in
people, not numbers. The numbers are simply a
made nationwide presentations on the subject
the owner to achieve the desired LEED
their company just like a Knight needs to have
score card. Leadership is absent in most compa-
of strategic planning and marketing. He can be
certification for the project.
leadership on the battlefield.”
nies and the score card is in its place.
reached at (630) 740-4434 or ramckenzie.com
When we see proposed contractual language such
pass@gmail.com.
as this, several questions must be asked, including:
Everyone in the room turned and looked at
Slide in fear, including the King. There were no “That’s a good one,” said the King in a laugh“What we have been talking about is leader-
“Your Honor, tell us more about leadership.”
8 METAL ARCHITECTURE
September 2011
manage a company. One way is from a market-
www.metalarchitecture.com
“In good times companies are led from a
Contractor shall have on staff a LEED
Design or Construction phase submittal by USGBC. This last piece of information, if included on
Thomas Taylor, a 29-year veteran of the construc-
the checklist, can create challenges for project
tion industry and noted expert on sustainability, is
teams. USGBC designates prerequisites and cred-
the general manager of St. Louis-based Vertegy. His
its as either “Design” or “Construction” phase.
recent book, “Guide to LEED 2009: Estimating and
These designations provide a guide as to who may
Preconstruction Strategies,” provides step-by-step
be responsible for the documentation of those
information about the LEED 2009 for New Construc-
corresponding prerequisites and credits. While
tion process. To learn more about Vertegy or Taylor’s
the designations generally provide an accurate
new book, visit www.vertegyconsultants.com for
depiction of when the prerequisite or credit can
more information.
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September 2011
METAL ARCHITECTURE 9
Ted’s MCM Corner
How to Choose a Great MCM Fabricator
By Ted S. Miller
Part 1: Experience
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A NEW DIMENSION IN EXTERIOR DESIGN
University of Arizona AR7 Architects, PC
Jade Beach, Miami
Last month we began our discussion on “How to Choose a Great MCM Fabrica-
Barneys of New York, Scottsdale, Ariz.
tor.” This month we will examine the area of experience in more detail. In order to score the highest number of points towards becoming a Premium MCM Fabricator as certified by the Metal Construction Association for the parameter of experience, a fabricator must prove it has produced at least 150,000 square feet of architectural MCM panels for at least five years. Why 150,000 square feet and why five years? This level of production and persistent involvement in making MCM panels demonstrates that the fabricator does these types of panels on a continuing basis and does not just jump in and out of the market when they feel they can “knock off” a job. A fabricator that does these types of panels on a continuing basis will have established processes that ensure consistent fabrication techniques and quality assurance provisions so that a quality project is delivered. Just like a good weekend golfer may post a par score occasionally, pro golfers do that consistently because they work on their game every day. Similarly, those fabricators that do this work every day are better than those that do it only every once in a while. How does the MCA make sure that the Premium MCM Fabricator has actually produced this level of work over a consistent basis? It requires that the fabricator provide documentation directly from the MCM sheet manufacturers on the amount of MCM that has been purchased and for what time period. This gives the program “teeth” to assure architects, general contractors and building owners that the fabricator is indeed experienced. Bottom line: You can obtain a quality project for a competitive price by utilizing an experienced Premium MCM Fabricator. Why not insist on quality? Ted S. Miller is the CEO of The Miller Clapperton Partnership Inc., Austell, Ga. For more information, visit www.millerclapperton.com. 10 METAL ARCHITECTURE
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Innovative structural steel building projects earn national awards
New name for Classic Products Inc.
National Award: Buckner Companies Home Of-
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earned national recognition in the 2011 Innovative De-
fice, Graham, N.C.
announced a new corporate name of Isaiah
sign in Engineering and Architecture with Structural
National Award: Cutting Horse Ranch facility,
Industries Inc.
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North Texas
by the American Institute of Steel Construction, the
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a Kingdom Business. Because the core values
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structural steel industry in the U.S.
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Consensus Construction Forecast survey of the na-
Another setback for the Architecture Billings Index
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Lenders that have been extremely reticent to finance
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of government, the ripple effect of overbuilding, a
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depressed housing market and rising costs of key
Market Segment Consensus Growth Forecasts
the June ABI score was 46.3, almost a full point
construction commodities are all contributing to what
2011
2012
from a reading of 47.2 the previous month. This
Events
projects to be a decline of 5.6 percent in spending this
Overall nonresidential
-5.6%
6.4%
score reflects a continued decrease in demand
year for nonresidential construction projects.
Commercial/industrial
-6.5%
11.8%
for design services (any score above 50 indi-
Hotels
-17.9%
18.0%
cates an increase in billings). However, the new
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and the overall economy has yet to pull out of the
Industrial
-15.8
8.4%
projects inquiry index was 58.1, up sharply from a
downturn that began in 2008, which both add to the
Office buildings
-6.1%
9.8%
mark of 52.6 in May.
general sense of anxiety and uncertainty in the real
Retail
-3.1%
11.8%
Key June ABI highlights:
estate market” says AIA Chief Economist, Kermit
Institutional
-3.4%
4.4%
• Regional averages: West (51.7), Northeast
Baker, Ph.D., Hon. AIA. “Spending on renovations
Religious
-10%
6.3%
of existing buildings has remained strong, but the
Education
-5.2%
2.6%
• Sector index breakdown: mixed practice
depressed demand for new construction isn’t likely
Public safety
-2.5%
0.9%
(51.5), commercial/industrial (50.0), multi-
to improve until next year, led by the commercial
Amusement/recreation
-0.3%
5.9%
family residential (49.6), institutional (45.9)
sector: offices, retail and hotels.”
Health care facilities
1.8%
7.1%
• Project inquiries index: 58.1
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Industry News
Industry News: personnel
Architect compensation stagnant as recession lingers
senior sales engineer. Sexton will oversee the de-
velopment of Firestone Energy Solutions’ in-house
law for 11 years at two Washington, D.C.-based
operations and services, PV product selection and
law firms. Meeker is a member of various law
roofing system design for PV applications. Sexton
associations including the National Association of
Grammy award-winning band, Maroon 5, will perform for more
3A Composites USA names marketing manager for architectural, corporate business segments
Women Lawyers.
than 25,000 members of the green building community at the
Moorseville, N.C.-based 3A Composites USA
will also provide field support for the Firestone sales
Inc. announces the appointment of Douglas A.
organization and roofing contractors installing PV on
upcoming Greenbuild International Conference Expo, hosted by the U.S. Green Building Council. Greenbuild, the world’s largest
Twitchell as marketing manager for the company’s
conference and expo dedicated to green building, will take place
Architectural/CID (Corporate Identity) business
Oct. 4-7 in Toronto.
segments. Twitchell will be responsible for adver-
tising, public relations, sales tools and electronic
As the construction industry continues to suffer the effects of a prolonged
economic downturn, the architecture profession has been hit especially hard. Consequently, the declining demand
Average compensation
for design services has resulted in an
Senior design/ project management staff
average increase in total compensation
2011
$94,900
2008
98,800
2005
85,800
of only $1,600 between 2008-2011 for staff architecture positions, according to
Maroon 5 to headline opening celebration at Greenbuild 2011
“We’re thrilled to host one of music’s biggest bands, Maroon 5,
the 2011 American Institute of Architects
for what will be an unforgettable evening of inspiration and celebra-
media content for these business segments.
Compensation Survey.
Architects/designers
tion,” says Kimberly Lewis, vice president, conferences events, US-
2011
$71,600
GBC. “The green building community has so much to celebrate, and
Alcan Composites) since 1999 and most recently
2008
71,600
there is no better place to let loose then at this can’t-miss event!”
served as business development manager, corporate
2005
57,700
“The band and I are looking forward to heading to Toronto for
identity, for Alucobond ACM in the architectural mar-
Greenbuild 2011,” says Maroon 5’s Adam Levine. “The environ-
ket. Previously, he served as northwest district sales
Interns
ment is a cause that the entire band deeply cares about and we are
manager for the graphic display market.
excited to help kick off the 10th anniversary of this important event.”
“In addition to reducing benefits
offered to employees, architecture firms have been faced with devastating conditions and had to make difficult reductions in expenses,” says AIA Chief Economist, Kermit Baker, Ph.D., Hon. AIA. “Salary
2011
$47,300
Twitchell has worked for 3A Composites (formerly
or contract positions, and mandatory
Thomas Friedman, and a panel on USGBC’s Resiliency Agenda,
Firestone Energy Solutions welcomes new senior sales engineer
furloughs have all taken a toll on the
featuring medical anthropologist and physician Paul Farmer, and ABC
Indianapolis-based Firestone Building Solutions
compensation of architects.”
News political commentator Cokie Roberts.
welcomes Michael Sexton as the company’s new
freezes or reductions, scaled back hours,
2008
45,400
The concert, taking place the evening of Oct. 5 at the Air Canada
the conversion of full-time to part-time
2005
38,800
Center, will follow an inspiring keynote by Pulitzer-Prize winner
Prior to joining Englert, Meeker practiced patent
systems/accessories engineer for Firestone Building
Varco Pruden names western region district manager
Products’ roofing division. Prior to joining Firestone,
Ronnie Schmitz, who has been involved in the con-
Sexton held a variety of technical and engineering po-
struction industry for more than 18 years, has been
sitions involving roofing product and system research
named a western region district manager by Mem-
for multiple companies and government organizations
phis, Tenn.-based Varco Pruden Buildings, a division
including the National Research Council Canada.
of BlueScope Buildings North America Inc. Schmitz
Firestone roofs.
Previously, Sexton served as the single ply
will be responsible for the sales and marketing of
Meeker joins Englert as corporation counsel
Varco Pruden products in Arizona, Nevada and Utah.
Courtney Meeker has been named corporation
metal building contractor in Phoenix where he
counsel for Perth Amboy, N.J.-based Englert Inc. As
served as an operations manager. He also worked
corporation council, Meeker will be responsible for
for six years as a district manager of a major pre-
a wide range of legal matters for Englert including
engineered metal manufacturer and six years as
contracts, employment issues, patents and trade-
partner, vice president and managing partner of op-
marks and other business matters.
erations for a design-build contractor in Mississippi.
He will be based in Phoenix.
Schmitz comes to Varco Pruden from a large
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Cover Story
The Living Building Challenge
Images on this page courtesy of SmithGroup.
Green Construction Trends The desire for energy-efficient buildings drives design and construction By Marcy Marro, Managing Editor
situation, and according to the most recent Consensus Construction Forecast by the American
Launched in 2006 by the Cascadia Green Building
it goes beyond the financial aspects to owners and
Council, the Living Building Challenge goes beyond
towards creating buildings that have a positive con-
LEED and other programs by providing a strict stan-
tribution to society and the environment in terms of
dard for creating buildings that are restorative and
climate change and the health of our planet.”
balanced. In May 2009, Cascadia created the Interna-
tional Living Building Institute to oversee the Living
“When you say that you’re goal is to achieve
net-zero energy, you don’t abandon LEED and then
Building Challenge and its auxiliary programs. The
suddenly do something else, you try to achieve
International Living Building Institute was renamed
that level of energy efficiency within the context
the International Living Future Institute in April 2011,
of LEED, and in fact, I think LEED is a good way
and became the umbrella organization for both the
to keep track of how you’re doing because in the
Living Building Challenge and the Cascadia Green
energy and atmosphere category there are specific
Building Council.
strategies and then specific benchmarks that you
must demonstrate and document for increasing
vocacy tool and certification program that addresses
levels of energy efficiency as you approach net
development at all scales. It is comprised of seven
zero,” Deane says. “I think they’re sort of synergis-
performance areas—site, water, energy, health, ma-
tic. Net zero is a goal that can lead you to a high
terials, equity and beauty—that are subdivided into a
level of achievement within the LEED system.”
total of 20 imperatives, each of which focuses on a
The Living Building Challenge is a philosophy, ad-
specific sphere of influence. Performance Benchmarks
While LEED is currently the largest green building
standard in the world, the Living Building Challenge
certification system available, the USGBC also
brings together the most progressive thinking from
stands behind the Living Building Challenge and
architecture, engineering, planning, landscape design
Architecture 2030’s 2030 Challenge.
and policy. The program defines the most advanced
measure of sustainability in the built environment
Comprised of seven performance areas that
Viewed as the most rigorous green building
address development at all scales, the Living Build-
possible today and acts to diminish the gap between
ing Challenge is a performance-based standard
current limits and ideal solutions.
NCARB, LEED AP, design
that requires buildings to be net-zero energy and
principal at Phoenix-based
net-zero water, amongst other advanced standards
materials that cannot be used in any LBC building.
SmithGroup, notes that its
for materials for a goal of lasting sustainability. Cer-
The list include products such as mercury, asbestos,
firm is seeing more RFPs
tification is achieved after a building has performed
PVC, formaldehyde and lead that through studies
The construction and design industries are still dealing with the effects of the nation’s economic
the reduction of energy produced by fossil fuels and
Mark Kranz, AIA,
Institute of Architects, spending for nonresiden-
for zero-energy buildings
tial buildings will have a modest recovery in 2012
popping up in the marketplace and that some of its
The program features a red list of chemicals and
as modeled for one year. (To learn more about the
have been linked to unhealthy indoor air quality.
ing energy use and ongoing expenses,” Cosentino
Living Building Challenge, see the sidebar.)
To be recognized as a Living Building, a project
explains. “Clients recognize the need to reduce
“One of our clients is pursuing [LBC], and
must be self-sufficient for energy and water, in addi-
clients are even writing
sustainable benchmark—whether it’s LEED certified
operational costs, and to some extent provide for a
has asked that all of their new facilities subscribe
tion to meeting advanced standards for material use
performance criteria for energy and daylighting into
or LEED Gold or net-zero energy—the people who
better living and working environment, but they are
to that set of guidelines,” says Mark Dewalt, AIA,
and indoor environment quality. Before becoming
their contracts. “We’re seeing our most sophisticated
are leading the market—the early adapters and the
not interested in the certification.”
principal at Valerio Dewalt Train Associates Inc.,
certified, a building must perform as modeled for one
clients expecting higher and higher levels of sustain-
high achievers—are going for higher achievement,
Chicago. LBC goes even further than just energy
year and have requirements proven through a third-
ability on all aspects of their projects,” he says. “The
and today those things are carbon-neutral, net-zero
done is that it has developed a key awareness
efficiency, “because it talks about not just build-
party audit.
fiscal side of sustainability continues to steer the boat,
for energy and net-zero for water,” explains Deane.
of everybody—from the people that use build-
ings, but the site that they sit on, the landscaping,
green buildings are better buildings. And in times of
but clients have started to get the fact that it’s about
“As those benchmarks are achieved by the early
ings to rent building to the landlords, owners and
the communities that these buildings are in. How
by the U.S. Green Building Council as a national pro-
scarcity, when you have limited resources, those firms
energy consumption, and that’s what impacts their
adapters and the benefits become manifest, then
developers—that energy efficiency and sustain-
do we design buildings to be more in harmony
gram and is not viewed to be a competitor with the
that were able to build during the economic downturn
bottom line. More energy-efficient buildings cost less
more people in the mid-range of the building market
ability are important things that should be done in
with their site? It’s a more holistic approach.”
LEED Green Building Rating System.
obviously wanted the most bang for their buck and
in the long run and we’re being asked to prove that
will begin to adapt those higher standards. And
buildings,” explains Ron McKenzie, president of
recognized the relative value of green buildings. Our
our buildings are doing what we say they’re doing.”
that’s how we evolve a better building over time.”
COMPASS Consultants Corp., Bloomingdale, Ill.
Architects and the U.S. Conference of Mayors,
observation was anybody that was building during
the 2030 Challenge looks to dramatically reduce
[2007 to 2009], was continuing to build green because
Perini Building Co., Henderson, Nev., agrees, saying:
Looking Beyond LEED
sustainability that goes beyond energy efficiency,”
the climate-change-causing greenhouse gas emis-
it was a better product,” says Michael Deane, LEED
“Most clients want buildings that are less expen-
The U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED certifica-
says Kranz. “Energy conservation has become
sions of the building sector by changing the way
AP BD+C, vice president, chief sustainability officer at
sive to build and operate. To achieve that we look to
tion program is the most common performance
the single most critical aspect of sustainability
buildings and developments are planned, de-
Turner Construction Co., New York City.
the design professionals to design structures that
benchmark for energy efficiency. However, through-
because of its impact to affect climate change
signed and constructed. This is accomplished by
use less materials and will consume less energy.
out the recent years of the recession, many archi-
and one where there can be tremendous financial
meeting energy reduction targets through 2030
The Push for High Performing Buildings
Sometimes it’s a matter of in-depth design exer-
tects and builders have noted that while energy
benefits to an owner to pursue. We should never
and beyond. (For more information on the 2030
With green building on the rise, clients are not only
cises to determine how to frame a structure using
efficiency is still at the top of the list for client
ignore the holistic approach but put a greater em-
Challenge, see the sidebar.)
looking for LEED certified projects, but are pushing
fewer connections, less parts and less labor. These
wants, many are opting not to go through the LEED
phasis on the energy side because that is where
sustainability boundaries by aiming for buildings
become leaner buildings than their cousins.”
certification process.
we can affect the greatest change.
have such a critical impact on climate change
that are net-zero energy and water, and are even
and the fact that buildings are the major source
carbon neutral.
years is that when people set out to meet some
of 6.4 percent. While overall business has been down for many architectural and construction firms recently, the number of LEED and sustainable projects continue to grow.
“I think it’s a testament to the perception that
16 METAL ARCHITECTURE
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Tony Cosentino, project design coordinator at
“One of the things that we’ve noticed over the
www.metalarchitecture.com
“Most clients today aren’t interested in the
plaque on the wall, but they are interested in reduc-
“I think that the main thing that LEED has
“LEED attempts to take a holistic approach to
“Working toward designing net-zero energy
buildings or even energy positive buildings is about
Also adopted by the American Institute of
“Since energy and building performance can
for contributing to that picture through energy
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The program is fully recognized and endorsed
Learn more about the Living Building Challenge
at www.ilbi.org/lbc.
PHOTOS: Top: The Energy Systems Integration Facility (EFIS) at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden, Colo., utilizes Galvalume and Zinc panels to create a highly articulated energy-efficient rain screen system. Left: The project at Central Arizona College-Maricopa Camps, Maricopa, Ariz., utilizes Corten steel plate panels and perforated Corten panels. Right: The Integrated Education Building at GateWay Community College in Phoenix features Copper and Red ACM panels.
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engaged in that effort,” Kranz explains. “This is why we have committed to the [2030] Challenge and why we are involved in organizations such as the AIA and their commitment to the challenge, working side by side with other firms to find solutions to the challenge and the future. We are attempting to underPhoto courtesy of Turner Construction Co.
stand how every design decision we make affects energy consumption and starting to inform those early decisions more and more through modeling.” Energy Conservation While net-zero and carbon-neutral are becoming goals for more and more buildings nowadays, architects and builders are striving to make decisions to design the most energy-efficient buildings they can.
“Whether the client wants to pursue [LEED]
or not, we use our best thinking and our best strategies to make the buildings as efficient as possible,” Dewalt says. Kranz agrees, saying, “We
Photo courtesy of Turner Construction Co.
© Barbara Karant/Karant + Associates Inc. Photo courtesy of Valerio Dewalt Train Associates Inc.
strive to approach all of our projects from a sustainability mindset whether or not there are any project related requirements.”
“This isn’t just about changing criteria, or
new and innovative technologies, or new materials,” notes Dewalt. “It’s about changing the way that fundamentally people think about the uses of energy as they relate to buildings, and the use of water as it relates to buildings.”
“Building energy efficiency is not a new un-
explored territory,” says Kranz. “Energy efficiency has always been a design driver. What is new to the arena is that owners and the building community are becoming more aware of how their buildings are performing.”
PHOTOS: Top: Erich Kunzel Center for Arts and Education at the School for Creative and Performing Arts in Cincinatti. Left: Columbia University Northwest Corner Science Building in New York City. Right: Kresge Foundation Headquarters in Troy, Mich.
2030 Building Challenge
Issued by Architecture 2030, a non-profit, non-partisan
• All new buildings, developments and major
o 90 percent in 2025
and independent organization that was established
renovations shall be designed to meet a fossil
o Carbon-neutral in 2030 (using no fossil fuel
in response to the climate change crisis by architect
fuel, GHG-emitting, energy consumption perfor-
GHG emitting energy to operate).
Edward Mazria in 2002, the mission of the 2030
mance standard of 60 percent below the re-
Building Challenge is to rapidly transform the U.S. and
gional (or country) average for that building type.
global building sector from being a major contributor
• At a minimum, an equal amount of existing
menting innovative sustainable design strategies,
When the script calls for a high performance building envelope enclosure,
of greenhouse gas emissions to becoming a central
building area shall be renovated annually to
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Arizona State University of Nursing and Health Innovation Phase 2, Phoenix
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pre-patinated copper panels.
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Loeb Visitors Center, Newport, R.I.
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standing seam panels on the interior face of the
Application: The railing of the grand stairs is made
Sheet metal contractor: The James Myers Co.
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The copper industry has selected the recipients of the 2011 North American Copper in Architecture Awards.
Copper: Canadian Brass & Copper, Concord,
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offered by mankind’s oldest metal, sustainability was
focal point when choosing copper for a commercial or residential project. The projects were judged by a panel of architectural and copper industry experts. Entries were evaluated based upon overall building design,
Michael Elkan Michael JW Conway and Mike Vujosevic, OMNI Architects
proving that now more than ever, sustainability is a
5
Application: For a recreation of the baptismal font for the temple, the entire platform was
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Inc., Middle Village, N.Y., www.lewisbrass.com
Paul Crosby Photography and HGA Architects and Engineers
able architectural applications of copper. In addition
a running theme among the project submissions,
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Allen Architectural Metals
arts and recreational centers among other commend-
Ontario, www.canadianbrass.ca
Liam Frederick, Bill Timmerman
Bill Timmerman
houses of worship, private residences, performing
to showcasing the beauty, longevity and workability
4
3
Hawaiian Temple Remodel, Honolulu
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9 DFS Inc. Architecture & Design
This year’s entries include educational facilities,
www.husseycopper.com
Northeast Collaborative Architects LLC
General contractor: DPR Construction, Phoenix
Christopher Boyd, Julia Heine and Mark McInturff of McInturff Architects
2011 North American Copper in Architecture Awards focus on sustainability
H.S. 615 Chelsea Vocational High School, New York City
Tom Arban Photography
Sustainability
Beaty Lundin Visitor Centre, Britannia Beach, British Columbia, Canada
Kevin Weber
Awarding
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vertical standing seam, vertical flat seam and
clad roof, dormers and chimney. Copper is
Boulder House, Boulder, Colo.
horizontal flat seam—were used to accentuate
also used for the fireplace and box bays
Application: The residential project includes copper
Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
the verticality of the building façades.
containing bookshelves in the living room.
half round gutters with hidden brass hangers, solid
Application: The 77-year-old copper roof was re-
architects using architectural copper for both new and
Owner: Apollo Group Inc., Phoenix
Architect: McInturff Architects, Bethesda, Md.
copper entry doors, copper garage doors, as well as
placed with a 17,500-square-foot copper batten seam
existing residential and commercial projects,” says Andy
Architect: SmithGroup and Carpenter Sellers
General contractor: Quadresign, Chatham, N.Y.
copper trim around all windows.
roof with notable custom detail.
Kireta Jr., CDA vice president of building & construction.
Del Gatto Architects, Phoenix
Sheet metal contractor: D.J. Wooliver & Sons
Architect: Steven Dodd Architect Inc., Boulder
Architect: DFS Inc. Architecture & Design, Montreal Sheet metal contractor: Couverture Montreal Nord
“Once again, we are encouraged by the number of
Application: Copper is featured both on
“This year we wanted to focus on the sustainable side of
General contractor: Sundt, Tempe, Ariz.
Inc., Lanesborough, Mass.
Contractor/installer: Trimac West LLC,
copper and all of the projects do a great job in showcasing
Sheet metal contractor: Kovach Inc., Chandler, Ariz.
Copper: Revere Copper Products Inc., Rome,
Longmont, Colo.
Ltee., Saint-Leonard, Quebec
why copper is one of the greenest metals.”
Copper: Revere Copper Products Inc., Rome,
N.Y., www.reverecopper.com
Copper: Englert Inc., Perth Amboy, N.J.,
Copper: Revere Copper Products Inc., Rome, N.Y.,
N.Y., www.reverecopper.com
www.englertinc.com
www.reverecopper.com
For more information, visit www.copper.org.
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Restoration/Renovation:
Massachusetts House, Lenox, Mass.
integration of copper, craft of copper installation and
Apollo Development Corporation Riverpoint Center, Phoenix
Ornamental Applications:
New Construction:
Hylton Performing Arts Center at George Mason University, Fairfax, Va.
1: Apollo Development Corporation Riverpoint Center 2: Beaty Lundin Visitor Centre 3: Arizona State University of Nursing and Health Innovation Phase 2 4: Boulder House 5: H.S. 615 Chelsea Vocational High School 6: Hawaiian Temple Remodel 7: Laird Norton Addition at the Winona Community House 8: Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul 9: Trent Community Sport & Recreation Centre 10: Hylton Performing Arts Center at George Mason University 11: Loeb Visitors Center 12: Massachusetts House
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Feature: energy-efficient design
By Mark Robins, Senior Editor
that all utilities charge between May and Sep-
trude, machine and fabricate into virtually any form.
tember. You see it on your residential bills just
These characteristics contribute to lower costs of
like commercial buildings do on a much greater
finished aluminum parts, as well as lower shipping
scale. Controlling glare and the heat spike that
and handling expenses.
comes with it is frankly harder to control on the
east and west elevations than the south, but
“Custom-extruded cross-sectional profiles give
designers the ability to economically add an excit-
the south gets the attention since the heat gain
ing bespoke element to their building envelope. It
can be so fast.”
makes an excellent base for high-quality coatings
that ensure a long-lasting, easy-to-maintain appear-
America, many building owners are learning the
ance. Aluminum accepts a wide range of surface
value of sunshades. Lighting accounts for 40
finishes and protective coatings. It is recyclable and
percent of the energy used in a typical com-
environmentally safe.”
mercial building. A complete daylighting system
including metal sunshades on south-facing
Besides aluminum, many other materials have
With energy costs increasing for North
been used for sunshade devices, including stainless
walls can reduce HVAC peak loads with corre-
steel, galvanized steel, corrugated steel and pre-cast
sponding reductions in mechanical equipment
concrete. All can be used to block the sun and an
capacity and carbon footprint.
architect may choose a particular building material
A sunshade is a metal louver installed horizon-
reflect indirect daylight further into rooms.”
based on its aesthetic appeal. “Your design is never
over the life of the building by savings in several
tally over a window and/or vertically in front of a
window to prevent the infiltration of solar heat or glare while allowing daylight views. Initially metal sunshades were called “eyebrows” and simply added an additional dimension to a relatively flat surface. They were seen as more of a building’s aesthetic feature than a functional feature. They were also one of the first products pulled off of
“Costs of exterior sunshades are offset
Sunshades can shield not only windows, but
limited and with all of these options you can put a
areas [like] HVAC ‘first cost’ savings from
also walls, air intakes and air conditioning units from
unique and distinguished flair on your building …
reductions in peak load capacity and HVAC
solar gain. “Sunshades produce blockage of the
really make it stand out while also being efficient,”
operating cost reductions from lower solar heat
sun rays that reduces the solar gain to the building,
says O’Malley.
gain. Both are supplemented by reductions
lowers cost of window glazing, reduces peak electri-
in heat generated by artificial lighting,” says
cal demand, improves light quality through glare
type will affect the overall project cost,” says Richard
Fronek. “Energy modeling tools, such as COM-
reduction, and increases the visibility in and out of
Braunstein, director of product development, YKK
FEN by the Department of Energy’s Lawrence
the building without using dark tint window glazing,”
AP America Inc., Austell, Ga. “There is no singular
Berkeley National Laboratory, can help design-
says Curtis Yancey, national sales manager, United
‘correct’ choice with respect to material specification.
ers quantify savings and explore alternatives for
Enertech, Chattanooga, Tenn.
Depending on the method in which sunshades are
perimeter zones of office buildings in several
“The use of and installation of each material
attached to a building, the thermal efficiency of dif-
U.S. climate zones.”
building structure or to the façade. “Single blade and
fering materials could influence the overall building’s
outrigger-type sunshades are more prevalent, but
thermal performance. For that reason it is important
University of Minnesota, shows south-facing
there are other varieties available,” says Jot Chahal,
for the design team to review the impact of their ma-
walls energy savings have been calculated to
sunshades has changed, now they are being re-
product manager, Kawneer Co. Inc., Norcross, Ga.
terial choice. This can be significant if the sunshades
be as high as 22 percent in Chicago, 25 percent
ferred to more often as sun control devices, letting
“Most sunshades are passive in nature—that is they
are directly attached to the fenestration system.”
in Houston, and 27 percent in Los Angeles and
the owner know that there are benefits other than
do not change orientation based on environmental
aesthetics associated with the product,” says Brian
factors—but active sunshades hold promise for
Savings and south-facing walls
will vary depending on the size of windows,
Clifford, director of business development architec-
the future.” To provide additional shading, creative
South-facing walls impact energy efficiency because
overhang distance and window glazing,” says
tural metals division, C.R. Laurence Co. Inc., Los An-
designers have even developed interior light shelves
heat gain from solar radiation is greatest from south-
Dane Carey, director of engineering at United
geles. “On south-facing walls they will block sunlight
that direct natural light further into occupied spaces,
ern elevations. Because of this, architects must
Enertech. “These numbers are comparing two
in summer months, when the sun is higher in the
enhancing the occupants’ connection with the out-
design sunshades specific to a building’s orientation,
pane clear windows without any overhangs.”
sky reducing heat gain into the building, while allow-
side environment.
latitude, glazing size and purpose.
technologies and improvements are being
the building to reduce cost to the owner.
“Since 2007 the terminology associated with
Sunshades can either be attached directly to the
ing sunlight to enter the building in winter months,
“A lot of this ‘solar control’ is an effort to reduce
To further boost energy efficiency, new
Material choices
the peak electrical demands on a building and the
integrated into sunshades, including photovol-
Extruded aluminum is the material choice for louver
electrical infrastructure in general,” says Eric Wied-
taic panels and automation to better track the
sunshades. It is an extremely versatile material for
man, LEED Green Associate and R&D manager
sun. “This allows the sunshade to open and
have expanded to be a design and functional ele-
engineering and constructing building products. It
of architectural louvers, grilles and sunshades,
close as needed,” says Brett Reinhardt, market-
ment for natural daylighting in modern medical,
has a smooth surface and superior resistance to
Construction Specialties Inc., Cranford, N.J. “Heat
ing manager, Industrial Louvers Inc., Delano,
government, university and school building enve-
corrosion.
is gained and lost through all the elevations of a
Minn. “These technologies are more prevalent
lopes. “In addition to standard horizontal sunshades,
building during the course of the year. Three sides of
in European countries but are gaining some
new styles integrate into the design of the build-
7.2 times stiffer than wood,” says Steve Fronek, P.E.,
the building will contribute more to the energy cost
traction here in the U.S. There are thousands
ing, focusing on temperature management, solar
LEED Green Associate and vice president of techni-
of running a building than the south side by itself.
of configurations that can be used to provide
energy collection and lighting functionality,” says
cal services, Wausau Window and Wall Systems,
The problem is the peak cost of electricity during
energy-saving solutions. I believe that we have
Tom O’Malley, vice president of Doralco Architec-
Wausau, Wis. “It is not susceptible to the instability
the summer cooling months. Utilities actually have a
only begun to scratch the surface and as more
tural Metals, Alsip, Ill. “Sunshades can be used to
and deterioration caused by shrinking and swelling.
huge overcapacity of electrical generating stations,
information becomes available the use of sun-
mitigate temperature spikes during the day, to regu-
A workable rule-of-thumb for aluminum is its thermal
but most are kept in reserve for the spike in demand
shades will become a necessity rather than an
late spatial lighting for intense daylight scenarios or
expansion will equal 1/8-inch in 10 feet for a 100-de-
during the summer months. That wasted capacity is
option for building owners.”
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The 1600 Wall System1 with 1600 SunShade and custom vertical sunshades are installed on the Hot Springs Intermediate School, Hot Springs, Ark.
Washington, D.C. “These comparison values
allowing heat gain into the building.”
“Aluminum is 23.2 times stiffer than vinyl and
Vertical Sunshades at Tarrant County College, Fort Worth, Texas.
AMCA publication 530, a study by the
when the sun follows a lower path in the sky, thus Over the past several years, metal sunshades
Image courtesy of Doralco Architectural Metals.
A solar strategy with sustainability and savings
reflected in the cost of summer ‘peak’ pricing
extremely lightweight, and is quick and simple to ex-
Image courtesy of Kawneer Co. Inc.
Sunshades and South-facing Walls
gree temperature range. This exceptional material is
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LEFT: Image courtesy of Construction Specialties Inc.; RIGHT: Image courtesy of YKK AP America Inc.
Feature
At ODU’s Engineering Science building, Moseley Architects attached C/S custom cantilevered airfoil sunshades to the building’s curtainwall to reduce glare on the south and east elevations.
Ask the Architects Metal Architecture magazine asked three archi-
on the window/wall surface. Here angled
tects to describe in their own words their criteria
vertical fins are much more effective.
for designing with sunshades and optimizing south-facing walls.
It is the overall design concept that
most influences the selection. What is the building trying to relate to its occupants?
We typically begin by computer modeling the
building’s façades to simulate the sun’s seasonal angles for our latitude, and adjust the depth or shape of the shading device to allow some direct sunlight to penetrate during the cooler winter months but limit its penetration during the hotter summer months. This
The Federal Credit Union building in Charleston, S.C., utilizes YKK AP America Inc.’s YHC 300 OG curtainwall and ThermaShade sunshades.
What is the connection to its context and surroundings? These questions are critical in determining the method of shading. The fact is that shading is necessary—it’s a matter of how to accomplish it.
Proper building orientation is fun-
tant to you as an architect when designing a building
damental to energy efficiency. South-facing walls,
in terms of energy efficiency? The southern exposure
especially here in Arizona, are preferred because the
is highly valued by architects and planners because on
sun can be easily mitigated and taken advantage of
earth, the sun appears to move symmetrically about a
throughout the year. Shading is easily accomplished by
north-south axis as it rises, shines and sets each day.
horizontal projections, while in the winter months, sun
As such, it follows an arc in the heavens that is highest
can be easily allowed to enter the building. By contrast,
at noon, when the sun crosses the axis. The angle of
large exposures to the east and west are inherently
the sun’s rays at noon is lower in the winter than in
more difficult to shade, so it fundamentally makes
the summer, but for each day is steeper at noon than
critical in commercial buildings where the greatest
sense to minimize these facades.
any other time of the day. So, the relative steepness
amount of energy is used cooling the building for
Jeff Kershaw, associate, Orcutt | Winslow, Phoenix
is then verified using energy software for calculating heat gain and loss through the particular glazing system with shading. Daylight modeling is then used to confirm sun penetration into the space to identify any issues with glare or over illumination.
Because glass is so desirable in current design
trends, the need to control heat gain is paramount in maximizing energy efficiency. This is especially
its occupants. The introduction of sunshades and high-efficiency glass coatings has allowed architects
The most critical considerations are the effectiveness
the flexibility to bring daylight into the building to
of the design in terms of energy savings and aesthet-
lessen the need for artificial light which also results in
ic improvement of the interior environment (pleasant
tremendous energy and cost savings. Proper daylight-
natural light) and the cost of the solar louver/sunshade
ing is used in conjunction with lighting controls to
device. There is a quantifiable savings in lighting and
maximize energy efficiency. Obviously, south-facing
cooling lighting that can be modeled by computer
walls are the concern in the northern hemisphere
programs evaluating these devices; this can be used
whereas the north facing façade would be critical in
to compare the first cost of the solar louver/sunshade
the southern hemisphere.
with the value of energy savings over a given period
Matthew Wells, AIA, principal, ARCHITECTS hanna
of time. That payback period, or return on investment,
gabriel wells, San Diego
is the critical point of consideration for most owners.
Critical factors include orientation and transparency.
undertaken by owners and their architects, and a
Other incentives can be achievement of LEED goals
Since the angle of the sun varies throughout the day, the position of the sunshade must account for that. The south façade is the easiest to shade (in the northern hemisphere) because the angle of the sun is so high relative to the building. Here louvers can run horizontal, creating a minimum interruption in views. The east and west facades, however, require shading that is nearly in front of the window, creating a challenge for allowing light and views while minimizing the incidence of sun
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The term south-facing walls is commonly used
of this angle of sunlight coming from the south, and the variation of that angle from steeper in the summer to less steep in the winter provide an opportunity to control the direct sunlight on the southern exposure. A relatively small overhang on the south façade above a window will allow that overhang to shade the window from direct sunlight during the hottest times of the day and year (hours around noon during the summer).
Conversely, in cooler climates the length of the
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R E S T O R I N G
2011 Greenbuild International
Conference & Expo Preview Greenbuild—the largest expo dedicated to
Greenbuild Highlights
green building—will be held Oct. 4-7 in To-
• This year’s Greenbuild theme is NEXT which
ronto at the Metro Toronto Convention Center.
means looking beyond the marketplace and asking, “What’s next for the industry?”
by internationally-known recording artist, Maroon 5. • Learn more about LEED with the Greenbuild Master Series where attendees hear the latest straight from the USGBC, as well as find out what’s next and new in the industry from innovators such as author Frans Johannson and MIT Media Lab Director Neri Oxman. • Have a need to ask the experts? Greenbuild’s Knowledge Bar puts attendees face to face with USGBC and GBCI experts. Educational Series
Toronto, including the city’s historic buildings
Apart from the Master’s Series, Greenbuild’s
to the sustainable wineries in nearby Niagara.
Educational Programs will provide workshops on
• This year is the 10-year anniversary of
To find out more about the city such as the
14 key items including:
Greenbuild, so this year Greenbuild goes
location of green restaurants, housing and
• Technology
international.
transportation go to www.greenexpo.org.
• Corporate social responsibility
• Toronto boasts more commercial construction
• Greenbuild’s Opening Keynote & Celebration,
• Performance/energy/benchmarking
projects than any other city in North America
“The USGBC’s Resiliency Agenda,” will feature
• Communities
other than New York City.
a panel of experts who will discuss resiliency
• Revitalization
• More than 20,000 attendees will meet with
and demonstrate how all industries can play
• Infrastructure
more than 1,000 exhibitors from the green
a role in community rebuilding efforts in Haiti
• High-performance projects
building industry to discuss and do business.
and around the globe.
• and more
Greenbuild. Why?
I C O N
• In the evening, entertainment will be provided
• Attendees will have the chance to explore
Toronto is the perfect location to celebrate
A N
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Special Section: Metalcon Preview
METALCON 2011 Show Highlights itself every year to accommodate the metal construction industry’s fast-paced growth. In encompasses sustainable, eco-friendly, energy efficient, solar and green technology products and education.
At METALCON you’ll find answers to ques-
tions, solutions to problems and the newest technology to hit the market. It’s the place to learn, network and establish relationships you wouldn’t otherwise, because as tradeshows go, METALCON is recognized worldwide for metal construction professionals as the place to meet!
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of residential roof, commercial roof and wall panel
such as ventilation pipes, skylights and chimney
Tools
Solar Bay Pavilion is where solar technology meets
systems along with commercial grade tools. Like last
openings. Learn the differences of detailing with
Come see the latest in tool technology used for
metal roofing and wall systems. You’ll see the
year, the entire demonstration area will be open for
vertically applied panels versus horizontally applied
both metal wall and roof systems. You will be able
newest solar products on display and learn that
attendees to walk through during all exhibit hall hours.
shingle products.
to see and actually work with the latest in commer-
metal roofing and solar technologies are the perfect
cial grade tools for bending, cutting and fastening.
energy-efficient solution given that a metal roof will
New for this year
Commercial Roofing
Safety devices used with metal roof systems will
outlast a traditional asphalt roof. The unique inherent
• Separate tool demonstration sessions added
Commercial roof member companies of the MCA will
also be displayed.
properties of metal make metal wall systems
to the schedule.
focus on retrofit opportunities with metal. Come see
an excellent platform for solar technologies due to
• A larger seating area that is centrally located
how an existing flat roof can be converted to a sloped
effective energy cost reduction. Solar Bay Pavilion is
so you can easily watch and listen to the
metal roof system, how to properly address re-roof-
the only place where experts and product engineers
outstanding contributors.
ing of aged metal roof systems, as well as integration
from both industries show you the best methodolo-
• Some shorter demonstration sessions were
of new energy-efficient technologies such as cool
New Product Harbor
gies to integrate solar technology into your metal
added to accommodate your busy agenda.
roofing, above sheathing ventilation and photovoltaic
Maximize your time at METALCON and head for
roofing and construction projects.
October 11-13, Atlanta
METALCON is in constant evolution, reinventing
Solar Bay Pavilion
the New Product Harbor, the one place on the
systems. Also learn about the detailing used with
You’ll be able to ask questions and have
natural metal materials such as copper and zinc.
exhibit floor where you’ll see the newest technology
Solar Bay Live
one-on-one discussions with experts to learn more
hitting the metal construction and roofing
See just how compatible metal and solar technology
about each application. These detailed demonstra-
Metal Wall Panels
markets. Be it solar, green, energy efficient or
really are at Solar Bay Live. Complete with full-scale
tions of the metal panel installation in both roof and
One of the fastest growing market segments is
retrofit technology, you’ll find innovations that help
solar roof mock-ups, this show floor learning center
wall applications are designed to give you more use-
metal wall panels. Member companies will present
you build or roof smarter by using the newest
is where you’ll find the newest solar integration
ful information to take back and use in the field.
the latest in wall panel designs and systems. Prod-
products available.
technologies for the metal roofing and building en-
ucts such as Metal Composite Materials (MCM),
velope. See rooftop-mounted solar power systems,
Residential Roofing
Insulated Metal Panels (IMP), Single Skin Systems,
Green Island
solar heat recovery systems on roof and walls,
MCA’s residential roofing member companies will
natural metals such as zinc and Sun Shading Sys-
Keep current with rapid advancements in green
solar-thermal water heating technologies and learn
focus on the basics of roofing with metal. Emphasis
tems will be shown. Learn the latest in waterproof-
technology, products and tax incentives for your
about federal, state and local solar energy funding
will be placed on proper deck preparation prior to
ing techniques and obtain a better understanding of
projects at METALCON’s Green Island. You’ll learn
incentives. Solar Bay Live is where world renowned
installation and how to waterproof roof penetrations
rain screen principles.
retrofit techniques and see insulation, cool roofing,
experts from two emerging industries give you the
coatings, photovoltaic technology, process controls
tips, tools and trade secrets on metal and solar
and software products designed to conserve energy.
technology.
Navigate your way through the challenging aspects of integrating green technology into the metal build-
MCA Demos at METALCON 2011
ing envelope and find products that qualify buildings
Be sure to visit the Metal Construction Association
for LEED certification.
Demos for up close and detailed demonstrations
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Live-Action Demo Schedule
October 11
12:15-1:15 p.m.
Commercial Roofing
1:30-2:30 p.m.
Residential Roofing
2:45-3:45 p.m.
Wall Panels
4-4:45 p.m.
Tools
October 12
12:15-1 p.m.
Tools
1:15-2:15 p.m.
Residential Roofing
2:30-3:30 p.m.
Commercial Roofing
3:45-4:45 p.m.
Wall Panels
October 13
10:15-11 a.m.
Commercial Roofing
11:15 a.m.-Noon
Wall Panel
12:15-1 p.m.
Residential Roofing
1:15-2 p.m.
Tools
Market Feature: Health Care
Curve Appeal
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Sunscreen adds curve to hospital’s new wing
When Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital near St. Louis added a three-story, 66,000-square-foot expansion to its main hospital, the designers envisioned an attractive link to its new addition. According to Robert Meyer, project architect for Pratt Design Studio of Chicago and St. Louis, creating a high impact, yet contextual transition between the two brick structures was vital to the overall design. Because the connector, a glass-enclosed elliptical structure, would be adjacent to the hospital’s main entry and used as public waiting and circulation, “it is an important element to how the building functions,” he says. Such prominence, combined with its curved glass design and south-facing orientation, required an aesthetically pleasing, yet functional buffer to reduce the heat and mechanical load created by the solar influence on the glass. “We wanted a simple but strong modern statement to accentuate the building,” notes Meyer. Pratt Design Studio’s solution was to design a dramatic and contemporary sunscreen created with perforated metal panels from Tampa, Fla.based McNICHOLS Co. The panels are designed in 0.125-gauge aluminum with 1/2-inch holes in a 1.9inch straight row pattern with a solid metal border. Covering a 20- by 30-foot section of the glass area, the curved sunscreen is comprised of 112 anodized perforated aluminum panels, each measuring 12 inches by 5 1/2 feet. The structure is built on a 40-degree curve that matches the radius of the glass. Four-inch horizontal gaps separate the panels, which are embellished with three horizontal aluminum bands that transition to horizontal sunshades that accentuate the curve of the connector. The same louvered sunshades are also used at the windows on the south façade of the new building. The panels are secured to intricately designed vertical aluminum channels by stainless steel screws which are placed in decoratively strategic spots. The channels were buttressed and bolted to the building’s structural columns. At the base are lights that illuminate the metal after dark. “The perforation limits the direct sunlight into the space, while still providing visual access to the 30 METAL ARCHITECTURE
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exterior,” says Meyer, while “the curves and slats add a nice level of detail at night.” Together with McNICHOLS’ design team and CAD operator, the team laid out the panels on the aluminum channel grid. “There were a lot of details to consider, including connecting the different metals,” recalls Curt Allen, project manager for St. Charles, Mo.-based Industrial Sheet Metal Erectors, who worked in association with Image Building Products, St. Charles, to fabricate the sunscreen. The general contractor was Tarlton Corp., St. Louis. During the six weeks from design to installation, Allen and his fabrication team, using exact field dimensions, devised a system for attaching the aluminum channels to the structural steel to avoid metal contact corrosion. “We used stainless steel bolts with a rubber membrane to separate the two metals,” notes Allen. “Then we prepared the structural steel members to receive the bolts.” Because of the size and positioning of the panels along the vertical channels, the perforated metal needed no bending to create the curve, according to Allen, whose team installed the panels in the field. A catwalk was built between the glass curve and the sunscreen using structural plates secured to the channels, creating a 3-foot access for cleaning and maintaining the glass located behind the metal screen. The completed expansion is home to new inpatient beds, medical offices and a pharmacy. The attractive 2,400-square-foot multi-story glass connector houses public waiting rooms on the second and third floors, with a pedestrian corridor on the first floor. The sunscreen, built for function and aesthetics, has become the memorable image associated with the hospital campus. “The simplicity of the design belies its intricacy,” says Meyer. “Part of the success of this installation is the attention to detail in which a complex assembly of pieces creates a simple, yet powerful element that relates well with the whole design.”
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Market Feature: Health Care
Colorful metal panels play key role in design of new children’s hospital The Kosair Children’s Medical Center in Brownsboro, Ky., is designed to bring a specialized level of care to children in the Louisville, Ky., metropolitan area and surrounding region. Building elements such as appropriately sized doors for children, vibrant colors and playful interiors are designed to bring a sense of calming to the young patients that the facility serves. Approximately 7,500 square feet of 0.80-aluminum panels in Berkshire Blue from Holland, Mich.based Dri-Design, clad the new building.
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Design for the project was provided by Laughlin Millea Hillman Architecture, Louisville. According to Ray Winter, project architect, the facility was designed to be playful, yet energy conscious with elements such as insulated concrete form walls, a fully integrated geothermal mechanical system, and fenestration specifically located to bring natural light into public spaces and a TPO roof system for increased solar reflectance.
The construction manager on the project was Messer Construction Co., Louisville, in partnership with The Mardrian Group, Louisville. Spohn Associates, Indianapolis, was the Dri-Design distributor.
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Building up a blood bank The three-building Christiana Center in Newark, Del., owned by the Blood Bank of Delmarva, is an addition to a complex of three existing buildings from Star Building Systems, Oklahoma City. The project was designed by ABHA Architects, Wilmington, Del., and built by Nowland Associates Inc., Newark, who also built the existing buildings. The 8,370-square-foot addition rounds out the 60,000-square-foot complex. The project was started in March 2009 and completed in November 2010. Star provided design and materials for all primary and secondary framing for each building, which allowed for the integration of other components for the coverings. The project also features a 24-gauge, 18-inch-wide structural standing-seam roof along with 22-gauge, 30-inch-wide insulated wall panels by others. The roof panels were turned down at the eaves to create a continuous look to a specific height at the sidewalls. The roof panels transitioned to the insulated wall panels along the sidewalls and the gabled ends were full height insulated wall panels. The new buildings were attached to various end walls of the existing Star buildings. The entire project has some unique geometric shapes with a J-shaped building included in the new portion utilizing the design of valley beams.
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Completed in December 2011, the Slidell Cancer Center in Slidell, La., was developed as an offshoot of the Slidell Memorial Hospital. Providing citizens with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment protocols with a multispecialty approach, services will include radiation therapy including high-dose radiation brachytherapy, image-guided radiosurgery and radiation therapy, and stereotactic radiotherapy. The three-story, 51,483-square-foot center also features an infusion center, full-time pharmacy, an appearance center and cancer resource center. Architectural firm, AE Design, Marietta, Ga., and the general contractor, Citadell Builders, Metairie, La., utilized 8,344 square feet of 4-mm-thick ALPOLIC aluminum composite material panels with an FR core in Silver Metallic from Mitsubishi Plastics Composites America Inc., Chesapeake, Va. Altech Panel Systems LLC, Cartersville, Ga., was the fabricator; Applicated Images, Brandon, Miss., was the installer; and GMHorne, Jackson, Miss., was the dealer.
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As part of the Samaritan Regional Health System, several doctors work from the Miller Building in Ashland, Ohio. The historic site was renovated in 2010 with a new roof from ATAS International Inc., Allentown, Pa. The 12,409-square-foot roof is covered in 0.032-inch aluminum Techo Tile in Mission Red. The roofing contractor was Raber Construction, New Lexington, Ohio, and the distributor was Keim Lumber, Charm, Ohio. Techo Tile is selected for many historic renovations because the metal tiles mimic the look of Spanish clay tiles, with a deep ‘S’ configuration. The metal tiles are installed vertically up the slope of a roof, with exposed fasteners on either an open frame or solid substrate underlayment. “The building owner selected these tiles because they are lightweight, running eave to ridge with a realistic tile look and shadow lines,” notes Jim Bush, vice president of sales for ATAS.
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Market Feature: Health Care
Multiple profiles selected for surgery center
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St. Joseph Mercy Health Center in Canton, Mich. has opened the Center for Advanced Medicine & Surgery. The 53,000-square-foot outpatient facility offers a variety of advanced services. Several profiles from Elk Grove Village, Ill.-based Petersen Aluminum Corp. were selected to meet the design objectives for the $20 million project. Approximately 13,200 square feet of 24-gauge, 18-inch Snap-Clad panels were utilized on the main portion of the roof, in addition to 3,800 square feet of 24-gauge, 16-inch Tite-Loc panels utilized to clad the barrel roof and entrance canopy. Additionally, approximately 2,800 square feet of 12-inch Flush panels were used for soffit and trim applications; while Composite wall panels were used in fascia and column cover applications. All panels were finished in Hemlock Green. Installation of the Petersen panels was done by
Lutz Roofing Co., Shelby Township, Mich. “The radius panels were long—60 feet. The challenge was getting them up to the roof,” remarks Jim Borgiel, project manager. “And, of course, we had a tight timeframe but we’re accustomed to that. The job turned out great.” HKS Architects, Farmington Hills, Mich., was the architect, and George W. Auch Co., Pontiac, Mich., was the general contractor.
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Market Feature: Health Care
Hospital projects an added dimension in fabrication
Patchwork of metal fabric adorns hospital parking garage The recently completed parking garage for YaleNew Haven Hospital in New Haven, Conn., boasts an exterior beautifully wrapped in a variety of versatile stainless steel metal fabrics from Cambridge, Md.-based Cambridge Architectural. Yale-New Haven Hospital regularly ranks among the best hospitals in the U.S. and is nationally recognized for its commitment to teaching and clinical research. With a rich history and a robust offering of care in more than 100 medical specialty areas, Yale-New Haven Hospital is a leading institution with high standards. When building a new parking garage for the hospital, the project team turned to Cambridge for an exterior façade reflecting both the tradition and innovation of the facility it would serve. A Cambridge Architectural Parkade system enhances the garage’s aesthetic appeal, using texture and color to create an innovative exterior design. 38 METAL ARCHITECTURE
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Three different stainless steel mesh patterns combine to create a unique façade emphasizing innovation and strength. The inherent nature of the mesh panels also allows them to endure Connecticut winters and to facilitate ventilation. The mesh’s open-yet-closed nature shields occupants from the elements while providing a panoramic view of New Haven. “We’ve come to expect a solution that both is appealing aesthetically as well as functional from Cambridge mesh products, which is why we utilized their material for our project,” says Peter Darby, associate and project manager with Boston-based architectural firm Spagnolo, Gisness & Associates Inc. “Functionally, the mesh facilitates natural ventilation while wrapping the structure to satisfy the City of New Haven’s request to provide an aesthetically appealing building wrap to the garage structure.”
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Cambridge also worked with the architect to implement linear LED lighting into several vertical structural channels alongside the mesh panels. At night, the mesh is splashed in warm, colored lights to create a sophisticated and engaging aesthetic. The Parkade system was engineered with mesh in Cambridge’s modified Cubist, Mid-Balance and Scale patterns and installed using Cambridge’s Jhook tension attachment hardware. Construction was completed in October 2009. Intercontinental Real Estate Corporation, Boston, was the general contractor, and General Welding & Fabrication, Watertown, Conn., was the steel subcontractor.
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Having been called ‘the crown jewel’ of Mendota, Ill., the new Mendota Community Hospital will readily accept future expansion and could anchor development of other health care-related services and facilities on the remainder of the 40-acre site. The new hospital is a pronounced improvement over its 79,000-square-foot predecessor built in the 1940s. The 107,000-square-foot, acute-care facility equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic technologies offers 25 private patient rooms, overnight sleeping accommodations for family members, four ICU rooms, surgery, lab, numerous specialty outpatient clinics, rehab, 24-hour emergency department, a heliport and a contiguous medical office building. The new facility is located on a 22-acre site and functions more efficiently in serving the more than 44,000 patients a year. The structural steel package for the project demonstrates the Building Information Modeling and plant fabrication capabilities of Butler Manufacturing, Kansas City, Mo. The architectural floor layout required significant non-modular, nonaligned steel framing, with chevron type bracing. The skewed linear footprint instilled architectural definition across the frontage and was a response in part to the site usage. The entry, framed to support the space’s elevated arched roofline, presents yet another architectural detail not routinely associated with a project supplied by a metal building manufacturer. Joseph P. Pyatek, AIA, Ballwin, Mo., served as the hospital’s planning and design consultant; Oculus Inc., St. Louis, was the project architect; and Phalen Steel Construction Co., Mendota, served as the general contractor.
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Market Feature: Health Care
New facility promotes family-friendly environment
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Mich., manufactured the custom-fabricated panel system and Wausau, Wis.-based Linetec finished the material in large, continuous sections at its factory. “There were 746 individual ‘wave’ panels on the project ranging from 5 to 10 feet long and 6 inches to 6 feet tall,” recalls Chad Comps, vice president of Architectural Metals Inc. “The waves were made from 3/8-inch-thick aluminum plate.” Linetec’s finishing facility safely and efficiently captures and destroys the volatile organic compounds present in liquid solvent-based paints. “Finishing the material in our shop allows us to ensure consistent color, optimal performance and environmentally-responsible application,” explains Tammy Schroeder, Linetec’s senior marketing specialist and LEED Green Associate. Linetec finished and shipped the aluminum panels in scheduled phases to Architectural Glass and Metals Inc., Byron Center, Mich. The field team in-
stalled approximately 50,000 square feet of finished panels and integrated aluminum louvers as part of the hospital’s overall, high-performance, unitized, aluminum curtainwall system. The project architects included John Bailey Design LLC, Dallas, and the Rockwell Group, New York City, with consulting architect/MEP engineer of record URS Corp., New York City. The general contractor was Turner Construction Co., Detroit, and Wolverine Building Group, Grand Rapids, Mich., served as the project’s construction manager.
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Metal expands medical center Located in Greenville, N.C., the 120,000-squarefoot Family Medicine Center at East Carolina University features 60 exam rooms, including 12 rooms for geriatric treatment. It has areas for X-rays and minor procedures, including two procedure rooms with equipment for a wide range of medical needs. The new center also has a large pharmacy and areas for physical therapy and sports medicine. Baker Roofing Co., Raleigh, N.C., installed the 26,332 square feet of Perth Amboy, N.J.-based Englert Inc.’s Series 2500 mechanically seamed
standing-seam metal panels in weathered zinc. BBH Design, Research Triangle Park, N.C. designed the complex, and Barnhill Contracting Co., Raleigh, was the general contractor.
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Canopy adds flair to optometric practice Completed in August 2010, Mapes Canopies LLC, Lincoln, Neb., supplied a 60-square-foot Flat Soffit hangar rod canopy in Bronze baked enamel for Chesterfield Optometric in Chesterfield, Va. The canopy is 11 feet, 6 1/8 inches wide with a 5-foot projection, and has flat soffit extuded decking and 8-inch style G fascia. The structure was a design element chosen by Cornerstone Architects, Richmond, Va., and installed by RVA Construction, Richmond.
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Market Feature: Health Care
LEED-certified hospital expansion’s curtainwall matches reliability of existing facility’s glazing system A decade after Bethel Park, Pa.-based D-M Products Inc. installed Wausau, Wis.-based Wausau Window and Wall Systems’ curtainwall on the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center’s Passavant Hospital in McCandless, Pa., DM-Products returned to deliver the same performance and familiar aesthetic for the hospital’s new seven-story tower. The new UPMC Passavant Pavilion is certified to meet LEED standards and includes features such as natural lighting and outdoor views. UPMC Passavant Pavilion provides increased capacity for advanced tertiary cancer care, advanced cardiovascular and neurosurgical treatments, and emergency medical care. The hospital’s inpatient volume has grown more than 30 percent over the past six years. The number of inpatients and outpatients who come to UPMC Passavant from outside of Allegheny County and outside of the state has doubled during this time period. Specifically addressing the community’s needs, the new facility adds capacity for 88 new hospital beds, bringing the total beds to 399; adds 27,000 square feet to the Cancer Center, tripling the current size; and adds 21,000 square feet to the emergency department, doubling treatment capacity. Officials project that 300 health care jobs will be created by the expansion of UPMC Passavant, for a total of 2,500 employees hospital-wide. The $100 million Passavant Pavilion project followed a strict, four-year design and construction timeline. Pittsburgh-based P.J. Dick Inc. served as the project’s general contractor, bringing to life 42 METAL ARCHITECTURE
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UPMC’s vision as designed by the Butler, Pa.-based architectural firm, Burt Hill. The project is part of a master plan to develop a more functional, sustainable and efficient future for UPMC’s McCandless campus and community. UPMC Passavant Pavilion relied on building information modeling tools to preview the project in three dimensions, while it was still on the drawing board. The BIM tools and early discussions are credited by building team members as contributing to the successful coordination between the architectural design and the complex engineering. The 220,000-square-foot expansion was finalized in February and the 30,000-square-foot renovation is expected to be completed in September. The resulting efforts reconfigure the hospital’s main entrance around its key architectural features: the glass rotunda and naturally lit interiors. Utilizing the airport concept of separating arrivals and departures, Passavant’s entrances are positioned to naturally funnel visitors into the main registration area where they will be greeted by customer service representatives and directed to their destination. D-M Products installed 37,565 square feet of Wausau Window and Wall Systems’ 8250 Series aluminum-framed curtainwall featuring a 2.5-Inch narrow sightline and 8.25-inch depth to clad the UPMC Passavant Pavilion. Fabricated by Santa Monica, Calif.-based Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope, a clear anodize finish by Wausau-based Linetec highlights the metallic tones and low-maintenance durability of the system.
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On the building’s interior, the curtainwall maximizes daylighting with staff lounges situated by the outside walls for infusion of natural light. Within the enhanced and expanded Cancer Center, windows also are installed in all chemo profusion rooms to allow improved access, visibility and natural lighting. “Daylight and outdoor views have proven benefits to health care facilities,” notes Lisa May, Wausau’s health care market manager. “In addition to the improved sense of wellbeing and improved morale, studies report patients heal more quickly and use less pain medication when they have access to window views, daylight and maintain a sense of control over such comforts as lighting, ventilation and indoor temperature.” “As a leading health care facility north of the city, UPMC Passavant’s vision is to build the ‘hospital of the future’ for residents living in the communities north of Pittsburgh and beyond,” says Teresa G. Petrick, president, UPMC Passavant.
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line of connectors for use with curtainwall
gain into buildings, reducing the amount of
TPO can survive more than 180 days at
project, including guards, fencing, panels, grating,
Powers Fasteners introduces the new Smart DI+ Drop-in Anchor
steel-stud framing. The new line of slide and
energy required to run HVAC systems.
280 F before failure occurs.
stairs, grills and screens. It is a multipurpose and
www.gaf.com | Circle #64
The Smart DI+ is an all-steel internally
fixed-clip connectors has been engineered
www.amicoarch.com | Circle #63
economical product made from a sheet of metal
and tested to eliminate time-consuming
that has been uniformly die cut and stretched.
calculations required of designers. The Simp-
Expanded metal comes in raised or flattened
son Strong-Tie pre-engineered connectors
diamond patterns with a large selection of
accommodate many different bypass framing
gauges, opening sizes, materials and sheet sizes.
applications in stand-offs as large as 11 1/4
The company stocks expanded metal in various
inches. For deflections greater than one inch,
patterns and can custom fabricate the material to
or stand-offs greater than 11 1/4 inches,
unique shapes such as circle, rectangle or oblong.
Simpson Strong-Tie can provide custom clips
www.directmetals.com | Circle #62
demanding superior strength. They may also be used to add extra durability in a two-ply flashing system or to repair splits, cracks and other deteriorated areas in existing asphalt-based roofing systems. www.garlandco.com | Circle #56
threaded anchor specifically designed with safety, reliability and speed in mind from Powers Fasteners. The Smart DI+ design reduces the force required to set the anchor. What used to take approximately 20 hammer blows on a typical 3/8-inch diameter part can now be accomplished in approximately five blows, reducing overall labor costs by approximately 50 percent. www.powers.com | Circle #57
Solar Roofing Solutions
ATAS International Inc. ATA-Solar from ATAS International Inc. is a factory-applied system that consists of three parts—the metal roof panels, thin-film amorphous silicon laminates and appropriate electrical components. When
to suit most framing needs.
selecting an ATA-Solar roof, panel
www.strongtie.com | Circle #60
options include ATAS Field-Lok FLM165 and FLS180 and Dutch Seam MRD194, available in steel or
Crystal Windows & Door Systems offers broad aluminum color palette offers a broad selection of popular architec-
Atlas Roofing Corp. announces Pristine Shingles featuring Scotchgard Protector from 3M
tural colors for its aluminum window and
Atlas Roofing Corp. announces
door products. The company’s “Architec-
Pristine Shingles featuring
tural Colors” guide chart highlights 20 of
Scotchgard Protector from 3M.
the most frequently ordered stock, standard
The Pristine Shingles line in-
Crystal Window & Door Systems now
aluminum. The laminates are available in 18- or 9 1/3-foot lengths, and are 15 1/2 inches wide. Unlike crystalline panels, the flexible laminates are hail and damage resistant, can be walked on, are shade tolerant and can be fitted to curved roofs. The kilowatt capacity of ATA-Solar depends on the roof layout and panel type, but a range from 1 to 120 kW or a customized system is available. www.atas.com | Circle #65
and special colors. All of Crystal’s powder
cludes Pinnacle, StormMaster Slate, and StormMaster Shake.
coat paint finishes meet the rigorous AAMA
Pristine Shingles, featuring Scotchgard Protector, eliminate
Englert Inc.
2604 durability standard. Upgrading to the
black stains and streaks caused by algae on roofing installed
The Solar Sandwich uses a top layer of thin film photovoltaic laminates to generate electricity from
AAMA 2605 standard is also an option.
in high humidity areas. Atlas Pristine Shingles come with a
dawn to dusk. Englert Inc.’s standing-seam metal roof system reflects heat away from the building
Beyond the 20 most popular colors,
limited lifetime warranty for all colors and styles. By featuring
and extends the life expectancy of the roof due to less expansion and contraction. Finally, a Solar
Crystal’s capabilities for custom colors are limitless. All stock and standard
Scotchgard Protector, Atlas now guarantees the shingle’s life-
Thermal System installed under the standing-seam roof absorbs energy from the roof into a con-
colors, in large orders, come without any additional charges. For smaller or-
time appearance as well as its structural integrity. Atlas Roof-
cealed collection system through a glycol, protected, closed loop recirculating system to a conven-
ders, the basic bronze and white colors are no charge, while for other palette
ing Pristine Shingles Lifetime Limited Warranty is transferrable
selections a very modest upcharge applies.
and contains certain system and coverage requirements.
www.crystalwindows.com | Circle #58
www.atlasroofing.com | Circle #61
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Solar Roofing Solutions
tional heat and distribution system where it is transferred to provide energy for the building’s heat and hot water. The system also automatically cools the roof making the BIPV more effective. www.englertinc.com | Circle #66
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Ad Index
New & Featured Products
Company
Snow Guards
Page
Phone
Website
Circle #
Accurate Perforating
32
(866)260-9116
www.greenperf.com
15
Airolite Co. LLC
13
(715)841-8757
www.airolite.com
8
ATAS International
33
(800)468-1441
www.atas.com
16
Aviation Building Systems
36
(866)454-1800
www.aviationbuildingsystem.com
21
19, 36
(800)229-5427
www.centria.com
11, 22
Doralco
29
(888)44-DORALCO
www.doralco.com
14
Dri-Design
11
(616)355-2970
www.dri-design.com
7
East Coast Lightning
39
(888)680-9462
www.icebrakes.com
26
Erdle Perforating
37
(800)627-4700
www.erdle.com
24
Flex-Ability Concepts
41
(866)443-3539
www.flexabilityconcepts.com
29
Hendrick Architectural Products
15
(877)840-0881
www.hendrickarchproducts.com
10
Lamtec Corp.
6
(800)852-6832
www.lamtec.com
5
LiteSteel Beam
25
(877)285-2607
www.litesteelbeam.com
12
LMCurbs
35
(800)284-1412
www.lmcurbs.com
20
McNichols Co.
35
(866)754-5144
www.mcnichols.com/ma
19
Metl-Span
IFC
(877)585-9969
www.metlspan.com
1
NAAMM
39
(630)942-6591
www.emma-assoc.org
25
New Metals Inc.
34
(888)639-6382
www.newmetals.com
17
Ornametals Manufacturing
27
(256)255-0190
www.ornametals.com
13
1
(800)GET-PINK
www.bandedliner.com
2
CENTRIA
LMCurbs
SnoJax
LMCurbs has been a leading supplier of S-5! Snow Retention
The low-profile HotSeam roof ice prevention system attaches to
Systems for more than 17 years. S-5! Systems utilize patented S-5!
existing standing-seam metal roofs to create an effective melt path
clamps that do not penetrate your standing-seam roof. The SnoRail
for snow. The system employs UL-Listed self-regulating commer-
Owens Corning
and SnoFence are offered in mill finished aluminum and brass. Also
cial grade heat tape contained beneath a specially-designed metal
Petersen Aluminum Corp.
BC
(800)PAC-CLAD
www.pac-clad.com
32
offered is the ColorGard system that allows you to color match your
raceway, firmly pressing the heat tape against the existing metal roof
roof panels.
panel along each standing seam.
R & M Steel Co.
40
(866)454-1800
www.rmsteel.com
28
www.lmcurbs.com | Circle #67
www.snojax.com | Circle #68
Roof Hugger Inc.
34
(800)771-1711
www.roofhugger.com
18
S-5!
37
(800)825-3432
www.s-5.com
23
Sheffield Metals
2
(800)283-5262
www.sheffieldmetals.com
3
Sno-Gem
40
(888)766-4367
www.snogem.com
27
SnoBlox/SnoJax
7
(800)SNOJAX1
www.snoblox-snojax.com
6
The Metal Initiative
43
(847)375-4718
www.themetalinitiative.com
30
Thermal Design
4
(800)255-0776
www.thermaldesign.com
4
U.S. Green Building Council
IBC
(800)795-1747
www.usgbc.org
31
Vicwest
14
(905)825-2252
www.vicwest.com
9
Lyon Metal Roofing Lyon Metal Roofing announces its new snow guard prodPolar Blox
uct line.
Polar Blox Inc. offers an extensive selection of
Lyon Metal
snow guards for any type of roof system includ-
Roofing is
ing metal, slate and shingle roofs. They are avail-
now manufacturing and powder coating
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TRA-MAGE
snow guards in 22 popular colors. They
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standing-seam metal roof. Give them your
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penetration or adhesives.
the panel.
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Top Honors
Constructing for the
community By Patricia Brehm, Associate Editor
Old gym is transformed into communal facility When the Irish McNeil Gym in Shreveport, La., burned to the ground the community lost not only an athletic facility, but also the home of the local Boys and Girls Club program. The city of Shreveport took the first steps in creating a new facility in 2009 by granting the Salvation Army a 40-year lease and construction began on what would become the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club complex. The $3.1 million, 20,000-square-foot complex features a number of facilities that serve the Boys and Girls club, as well as the greater Shreveport community. The facility includes a basketball 48 METAL ARCHITECTURE
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court, teen center, computer lab, staff offices, as well as craft and music rooms. The brick and concrete facility features a standing-seam roof comprised of Bossier City, La.-based McElroy Metal’s 24-gauge 2:14 Striated in Evergreen Kynar 500. The walls, fascia and soffit also feature McElroy Metal’s Marquee-Lok Double Pencil Rib in Evergreen Kynar 500. The use of brick, concrete and metal creates a facility that consists of low-maintenance, yet durable materials. As a community meeting place, the SABGC is warm and open thanks to the north clerestory windows by Shreveport-based Allen Millwork and glazing by Architectural Glass Erectors, Shreveport. The northern orientation of the windows floods the facility in daylight shining on the structural features of the building and its great contribution to the Shreveport community.
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Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club, Shreveport, La. Architect: SGB Architects LLC, Bossier City, La. General contractor: Bonomo Builders Inc., Bossier City Structural engineer: Smith Engineering Co. Inc., Bossier City Mechanical engineer: Fred Newton and Co. Inc., Shreveport Installer: Oliphint Enterprises, Bossier City Glazing: Architectural Glass Erectors, Shreveport, (318) 458-3833, Circle #72 Windows: Allen Millwork Inc., Shreveport, (318) 868-6541, Circle #73 Metal roof panels: McElroy Metal, Bossier City, www.mcelroymetal.com, Circle #74 PRESENTED BY THE U.S. GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL
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