October, 2007 Edition
Mankind has been using copper for so long (about 10,000 years) and for so many purposes (ornaments, weapons, building materials, electronic components, etc.) that some might assume we'll soon run out...
View ArticleJanuary, 2008 Edition
It’s still called a handbook, although some in the building community might refer to it as “the Bible.” And it’s still available in printed form— should anyone still want to order it that way. But over...
View ArticleFebruary, 2009 Edition
Personal commitment to an idea is a rare commodity in business. So when Thomas S. Monaghan purchased 270 tons of copper sheet metal to roof his dream project—a Catholic university in southwest...
View ArticleJuly, 2009 Edition
Over the past three years, the mammoth MGM Mirage CityCenter project—a 66-acre, $14 billion new construction gamble in the heart of Las Vegas—has played out like a real-life cliffhanger novel. Its main...
View ArticleJanuary, 2010 Edition
Dangling in the air, dozens of stories on top of the Georgia State Capitol Building to airlift an iconic statue for renovation can be nerve-wracking for the craziest of thrill-seekers. But for Cameron...
View ArticleAugust, 2010 Edition
For new construction or repairs, copper is still the benchmark for plumbing and heating systems due to its reliability, long life, and overall value. With today’s new joining methods, copper can...
View ArticleDecember, 2010 Edition
When Habitat for Humanity–St. Louis found vacant property just north of downtown, the construction team wanted to build homes that were not only energy efficient but safe for its new tenants. The...
View ArticleOctober, 2011 Edition
When the temperature outside soars above 90 degrees, walking into a building that’s well air-conditioned is a welcome respite. This instant rejuvenation comes with a cost, paid in demand on the...
View ArticleJune, 2012 Edition
The 9/11 Memorial is a sight to see, a modern marvel, but it's the landmark's infrastructure that gives it that special "touch." Physical contact with the memorial is encouraged as millions of people...
View ArticleMay, 2013 Edition
It started on rooftops and is increasingly making its way down the sides of buildings and onto the structures below. Copper wall-cladding options are becoming more popular in North America as builders...
View ArticleOctober, 2007 Edition
Mankind has been using copper for so long (about 10,000 years) and for so many purposes (ornaments, weapons, building materials, electronic components, etc.) that some might assume we’ll soon run out...
View ArticleFebruary, 2009 Edition
Personal commitment to an idea is a rare commodity in business. So when Thomas S. Monaghan purchased 270 tons of copper sheet metal to roof his dream project-a Catholic university in southwest...
View ArticleJuly, 2009 Edition
Over the past three years, the mammoth MGM Mirage CityCenter project-a 66-acre, $14 billion new construction gamble in the heart of Las Vegas-has played out like a real-life cliffhanger novel. Its main...
View ArticleJanuary, 2010 Edition
Dangling in the air, dozens of stories on top of the Georgia State Capitol Building to airlift an iconic statue for renovation can be nerve-wracking for the craziest of thrill-seekers. But for Cameron...
View ArticleAugust, 2010 Edition
For new construction or repairs, copper is still the benchmark for plumbing and heating systems due to its reliability, long life, and overall value. With today's new joining methods, copper can...
View ArticleDecember, 2010 Edition
When Habitat for Humanity-St. Louis found vacant property just north of downtown, the construction team wanted to build homes that were not only energy efficient but safe for its new tenants. The...
View ArticleOctober, 2011 Edition
When the temperature outside soars above 90 degrees, walking into a building that’s well air-conditioned is a welcome respite. This instant rejuvenation comes with a cost, paid in demand on the...
View ArticleJune, 2012 Edition
The 9/11 Memorial is a sight to see, a modern marvel, but it's the landmark's infrastructure that gives it that special "touch." Physical contact with the memorial is encouraged as millions of people...
View ArticleMay, 2013 Edition
It started on rooftops and is increasingly making its way down the sides of buildings and onto the structures below. Copper wall-cladding options are becoming more popular in North America as builders...
View ArticleJuly, 2014 Edition
Beyond its beauty, copper offers durability, versatility and longevity – properties with which other building materials can’t compete. This and more information...
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