FRIDAY5 - September 15, 2017 - MillerClapperton

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MillerClapperton Friday5 – September 15, 2017

Welcome to the MillerClapperton Friday5 e-newsletter where you will stay up to date on all the industry news and updates, as well as what we are working on here at MillerClapperton in 5 quick points!

#1 PLANK PANELS

RapidMaterials, a MillerClapperton company, is excited to announce it will be the exclusive distributor of a new product line called PlankPanels™. The low-cost, prefabricated rainscreen cladding system features FunderMax Exterior F-Quality High-Pressure-Laminate (HPL) material, which is available in both an exposed fastener system as well as a concealed fastener system.

All PlankPanels incorporate a double-hardened acrylic finish for an easy to clean, durable, color stable, scratch and weather-resistant rainscreen product that can be easily installed on any building type no matter the height.

With four layout styles and the largest color selection currently available on the market, PlankPanels provides customers with endless possibilities allowing architects and designers, as well as building and home owners, to let their imaginations run wild.

Read more details about the announcement in the Press Release.

Visit the official PlankPanels website at www.plankpanels.com to download the color chart, installation information, and brochures.

#2 SPEND TIME ON YOUR COLOR SELECTION – FINISH TYPE

One of the largest determining factors of cost for a MCM panel project is the color selection. Ignoring this part of the process could be the difference between an amazing MCM façade and a VE change to stucco. As every project has different needs and budgets, below you will find the Pros & Cons of each finish type and their intricacies, to help you make an informed decision.

To view more tips and tools of MCM, visit www.mcmsspecwriter.com.

STANDARD PAINTED FINISHES

Coil is readily available and usually stocked
Most economical pricing
Most MCM Manufacturers share similar standard colors
Avoid minimum ordering requirements on replacement panels

CUSTOM PAINTED FINISHES

Priced at a premium
Required to meet minimum ordering requirements
Longer lead times required
Replacement panels would require new minimum ordering

SPECIALTY FINISHES

Include painted finishes that mimic wood grains & natural metals
Include prismatic or color-changing finishes
Priced at a premium
Required to meet minimum ordering requirements
Offer an alternative to Natural Metals by providing a finish warranty

NATURAL METALS

Include Copper, stainless steel and zinc
Priced at a premium
Required to meet minimum ordering requirements
Longer lead times required
Non-standard material widths

#3 PORSCHE DESIGN TOWER WINS ENR SOUTHEAST REGIONAL AWARD

We are excited to share the news that another MillerClapperton project has been recognized with an award. The Porsche Design Tower in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida won the ENR Southeast Regional Best Residential/Hospitality Award for the 2017 year. The Tower, along with 31 other winners, were judged on the following criteria: overall challenges and teamwork, safety, innovation and contribution to the industry/community, construction quality and craftsmanship, and functionality of design and aesthetic quality.

Visit the ENR website for the complete list of ENR Southeast’s 2017 ‘Best Projects’ Award Winners. Also, keep an eye-out for each winner’s complete profile in the November 17th issue of ENR.

#4 PROJECT SPOTLIGHT

University of South Carolina’s New Student Health Center

Just in time for Fall semester, MillerClapperton recently completed the installation of nearly 18,000 square-feet of terracotta panels on the new Student Health Center on the University of South Carolina (USC) campus. With the addition of this center, USC provides students with enhanced health and wellness services in one centralized location. In addition to existing services, this center will provide expanded physical therapy, lab and x-ray services, counseling and psychiatric care, and a new eye care center to students.

University of South Carolina’s New Student Health Center
Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Material: Terracotta Panels
Product: Terreal North America
Architect: Quackenbush Architects + Planners and Perkins + Will.
General Contractors: Rodgers Builders, Inc.

#5 CURRENT PROJECT

4004 Perimeter Summit

MillerClapperton has completed the installation of over 9,000 square-feet of MCM on the 4004 Perimeter Summit building located in Brookhaven, Georgia. This 16-story office tower is the fourth tower to be completed in the Perimeter Summit office development, adding an additional 360,000 square-feet of building space. MillerClapperton panels are featured on entry level columns and soffits along the building. Wired Gold Certification and LEED Certification.

4004 Perimeter Summit
Location: Brookhaven, Georgia
Material: Metal Composite Material
Product: Reynobond
General Contractor: JAMCO
Architect: tvsdesign

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