USMCA’s Uniform Regulations, which will be binding on all three countries, the United States, Canada, and Mexico, were issued on June 3, 2020, and help interpret, apply and administer several of USMCA´s chapters, including on rules of origin.  The agreement took effect on July 1, 2020.

American Buildings has announced the winners of its 2020 Excellence In Design awards. Project winners were chosen in a variety of categories to highlight the diverse application and expansion of the metal building construction industry. In addition to category winners, first and second runners-up, honorable mention, and a 2020 Building of the Year were awarded. 

ABC annually recognizes outstanding projects completed by our Builders with the Excellence In Design program and we are now accepting submissions for the 2021 EID program. Also, back by popular demand, with each project submitted you will be entered into a random drawing for a chance to win a YETI Tundra 65 cooler. Be sure to check out how to submit!

Our Tips from eQuote series is designed to highlight existing features, tips and tricks within the software program that you may or may not already be aware of. This month’s tip shows you how easy it is to add our jobsite stage app, ShakeoutPro, which saves you money, time, and effort.

New wind loading requirements for the 2018 International Building Code (IBC) can affect the typical metal building design. Two major changes regarding wind loading requirements, New Wind Speed Contour Maps and New Roof Design Zones, are both important to understand.

There is an eQuote update scheduled for July 8, 2020, from approximately 10:30 p.m. to 11:55 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. The site will be unavailable during this update.