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April 2021
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ShakeoutPro Update Now Available

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An update to the ShakeoutPro app has recently launched for both Apple and Android devices. The update includes a new feature that allows multiple phases loaded and active at one time. In addition, iOS 14 is now fully supported, and software and codebase have been updated to the latest versions.

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E&T Contracting Completes Indoor Football Practice Facility at University of Memphis

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A custom pre-engineered metal building was the ideal solution for this new indoor football practice facility. The 80,000 square-foot, 200′ x 400′ clear span structure features Kirby’s Roof-Lok Plus roof system and the KirbyRib II wall system.

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Nucor Public Affairs Update

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Originally Published March 8, 2021

On Wednesday, March 4, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) revealed America’s 2021 Infrastructure Report Card. The nation’s infrastructure received a C- grade, a slight improvement from the 2017 report card.

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Advice On How to Comply with Roof Solar Reflectance and Thermal Emittance Shared

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Ways to comply with energy codes for roof solar reflectance and thermal emittance for Climate Zones 1, 2, and 3 in both IECC and ASHRAE 90.1 are shared in this month’s Energy Code Education.

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Partial Height Portal Frames Option Explained

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Using a partial height portal frame instead of a full height portal frame can be utilized by switching to x-bracing above the portal frame. In this month’s Tips From Engineering, this solution is described.

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2022 Calendar Program Open for Submissions

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Kirby’s Calendar Program recognizes outstanding facilities constructed with KBS products and highlights the diverse applications of metal building systems. As the weather starts to change, be sure to get your projects photographed for submission.

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