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APRIL 2014 NEWSLETTER    
  Stay Sharp
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES, FOR A COMPETITIVE EDGE
Keep your mind sharp. These educational courses, technical resources, case studies, and gallery photos from Metal Construction Association can help keep your skills up-to-date, and your buildings soaring.
BE A CLASS ACT
BE A CLASS ACT
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recognizes MCA as an approved provider of continuing education courses. All MCA programs are facilitated by technical experts, striving to advance the knowledge of architects and other building professionals. Example educational offerings include:
Metal Roofs and Walls from A(luminum) to Z(inc) – This course will deepen your knowledge of the applications and benefits of building with metal.
Building Green with Metal Roofs and Walls – Discover the green benefits and how to get LEED points.
Metal Roofing: The Perfect Platform for Solar Technologies – Learn how metal roofs are a long-lasting option for photovoltaic installations.
Retrofitting with Metal Roof and Wall Systems – Bring new life to old buildings with energy-efficient and sustainable metal products.
These four courses are available 24/7 on Hanley Wood University, and also occasionally as webinars and lunch-and-learns. MCA and its members are your source for AIA- and USGBC-accredited courses, offering more than 100 different courses for architects and designers.
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IT'S HIGH TIME TO GO HIGH TECH
IT’S HIGH TIME TO GO HIGH TECH
Use MCA’s technical resources: they’re free and provide must-read technical studies and research findings for architects and other building professionals. These studies include bulletins, white papers, manuals and reports that help you stay at the forefront of innovation, and compliant with codes and standards. Some examples include:
Environmental Product Declaration for Insulated Metal Panels
Environmental Product Declaration for Roll Formed Steel Panels for Roofs and Walls
Roof Covering Repair Requirements and the International Codes
Visual Acceptance Parameters for Metal Composite Material (MCM) Panels
Selection Guide for Insulated Metal Panels
These are just examples. Check out the many additional technical reports available from MCA.
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MAKING A CASE (STUDY) FOR METAL
MAKING A CASE (STUDY) FOR METAL
Emulate other’s success. Review these metal construction case studies, then start a success story of your own. Find the case studies that are most relevant to you by using our search tool with criteria such as Market, Metal Type, Product Type, Key Benefits, Location, and Project Type.
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SEE YOUR OWN SUCCESS IN THESE PHOTOS
SEE YOUR OWN SUCCESS IN THESE PHOTOS
Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words. Search our photo gallery to discover the innovation and beauty of these metal construction projects. Then use these photos to inspire your next project.
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STAY SHARP WITH HELP FROM MCA
STAY SHARP WITH HELP FROM MCA
Ready to sharpen your skills, learn about the latest advancements, and deepen your technical knowledge? MCA is ready to help. Use our resources to educate and inspire yourself and your clients.
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