Lightweight Structures Association of Australasia Conference set

October 1, 2013  |  News

The Lightweight Structures Association of Australasia Conference & Design Awards will take place Nov. 13–15 at the Hilton Hotel in Auckland, New Zealand. This conference will look at the most efficient use of materials and resources to have a marked effect on our planet, our lives and our …
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Condition critical

October 1, 2013  |  Features, News

With a selection of high-tech materials available, fabric structures adapt to different climates and project needs. By Barb Ernster Trying to find the right solution for the right application in a particular climate is generally foremost in architectural work. The issues to be addressed in developin…
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Norseman Structures and Castle Building Centres Group enter partnership

October 1, 2013  |  News

Norseman Structures announces a partnership with Castle Building Centres Group to offer fabric-covered buildings in Castle member stores across Western Canada. The agreement entails that Castle Building Centres across Western Canada will sell Norseman Structures building packages and supply the nece…
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AIA and Niantic Labs partner on Mobile Landmark app

October 1, 2013  |  News

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has joined with Niantic Labs at Google as a premier audio content partner to launch a new version of the Field Trip smartphone app. The app is available for iPhone and Android users and it runs in the background of a smartphone. When a user gets close to an…
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Code Council to offer Cloud-based electronic plan submittal technology

October 1, 2013  |  News

The International Code Council (ICC) and Avolve Software Corp. have entered into an agreement that gives the ICC a “Powered by Avolve” cloud-based technology platform for its digital plan review services. The agreement marks a major step in the Code Council’s efforts to leverage te…
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Construction employment increases in metro areas

October 1, 2013  |  News

Construction employment expanded in 194 metro areas, declined in 88 and was stagnant in 57 between August 2012 and August 2013, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials added that despite the widespr…
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Strong conditions revealed in architecture billings index

October 1, 2013  |  News

The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) showed more acceleration in the growth of design activity nationally. As a leading economic indicator of construction activity, the ABI reflects the approximate nine to 12 month lead time between architecture billings and construction spending. The American Inst…
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Verseidag US introduces architectural fabrics to North American market

September 1, 2013  |  News

Verseidag US has introduced its line of duraskin architectural materials to the North American market. This includes PTFE-coated glass and PVC/polyester material with a PVDF weldable topcoat. These high-quality, technical fabrics are available in several weights and widths.
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SEFAR Vision fabric contributes to Italian skyline

September 1, 2013  |  News

The Italian city of Udine welcomes a graceful, modern new office building to its urban landscape. The C Quadro Executive Building, designed using SEFAR® Architecture Vision fabric, mirrors the recognizable skyline of the financial district, while contributing a modern aesthetic. Constructed on a…
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Banker Wire unveils architectural Circle Mesh

September 1, 2013  |  News

After more than a year of development, Banker Wire has created the first-ever woven metal fabric with circular patterns. Circle Mesh applies the durability, versatility and aesthetic appeal of architectural mesh to new circular weaves. According to Banker Wire, Circle Mesh surpasses circle patterns …
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