Tag Archives: Steel

Refining industry standards on steel deck

April 27, 2018

The Steel Deck Institute (SDI) released the first edition of its Steel Deck on Cold-formed Steel Framing Design Manual, outlining the unique elements of design and usage of steel deck on cold-formed steel framing in compliance with the 2018 International Building Code (IBC).

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Free e-book explores high-strength steel for Chicago high-rise

April 16, 2018

The Construction Specifier’s series of downloadable e-books continues with an exploration of the different ways steel can be used in construction projects. An article in our newest sponsored e-book looks at the application of steel in construction on a long-vacant parcel of land situated on downtown Chicago’s riverfront.

Situated on a narrow lot adjacent to the Chicago River, the project team for 150 North Riverside utilized some of the world’s highest-strength steel … Continue reading Free e-book explores high-strength steel for Chicago high-rise

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Pass the salt

April 11, 2018

Exterior steel elements—both structural (e.g. columns) and architectural (e.g. handrails)—need to be protected from corrosion, usually with high-performance coatings. However, even high-performance coatings degrade when exposed to severe environments.

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AISI director elevated to AIA’s College of Fellows

April 11, 2018

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has elevated Jonathan Humble, regional director of construction codes and standards for the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI), to the AIA College of Fellows.

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LEED credits for steel covered in downloadable e-book

April 9, 2018

The Construction Specifier’s series of sponsored e-books continues with a look at different aspects of using steel in construction. An article in our newest sponsored e-book examines steel as a component of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) v4 projects.

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