Category Archives: Metal Composite Material

Metal Gives this Hospital a Shifting Appearance and Environmental Sustainability

Architecture, Energy Efficient, environment, Environmental Footprint, Metal Composite Material, Sustainability

The Specialty Care Center at Dayton Children’s Hospital spans five stories and covers an impressive 152,000 square feet. Designed by Champlin Architecture, it showcases a striking custom metal façade that dynamically changes in appearance from blue to green based on the sun’s position. The custom metal panels beautifully coordinate with the brick and curtain walls, providing a finished and modern look that ensures durability, longevity, and sustainability—truly a win-win.

Read the Case Study from MCA Member 3A Composites USA > https://blog.metalconstruction.org/2025/01/02/faceted-blue-metal-panels-clad-childrens-specialty-care-center-in-dayton/ #metalconstruction

The Industry’s Highest Standards in MCM

Metal Composite Material, Metal Construction

MCM System Fabricators Certification fosters greater trust and recognition from potential clients and can assist your company in securing more high-end projects. This certification program will showcase that your company adheres to the highest standards of experience, performance, quality, and financial stability.

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Photo Courtesy of MCA and MCM Alliance member” Alcotex, Inc.

Design by DIALOG

Ensuring Proper Performance of “Wet” Sealed MCM Systems

Metal Composite Material, Metal Construction,

Metal Composite Material (MCM) “wet” sealed systems have specific installation and maintenance considerations. The MCA white paper on wet sealed systems discusses how to ensure the proper performance of sealant types, sealant installation, and more.

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Photo Courtesy of MCA and MCM Alliance Member: 3A Composites Design by Page Architects

Keeping MCM Finishes Fabulous!

Metal Composite Material, Metal Construction,

“Cleaning MCM Panels—Not a One-Time Effort” explores how to maintain the aesthetics of various Metal Composite Material (MCM) finishes. While painted, anodized, and natural finishes all require semi-annual maintenance to prevent damage, the recommended cleaning techniques vary. MCA has the information you need.

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Single Skin Metal Panels Introduce a New Chapter to the Library

Metal Composite Material

When the Missouri City Branch Library sought a welcoming symbol for the community, single-skin panels were the obvious choice. They offer a sleek, attractive design, and are environmentally friendly and recyclable.

Read the Case Study courtesy of MCA Member Nucor Insulated Panel Group >

Architect: Merriman Anderson Architects, Inc.

Apply for the MCM Scholarship Program Now!

Metal Composite Material, Metal Construction,

Spread the word: MCA can help your family achieve big dreams! The MCA Scholarship Program provides tuition scholarships exclusively to employees of member companies and their spouses, children, and grandchildren. Awarded funds can be used for colleges and universities, vocational schools, trade programs, and various other postsecondary educational opportunities.

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Rise Above the Competition with the MCM System Fabricator Certification

Metal Composite Material,

The MCM System Fabricator Certified companies are head and shoulders above the competition. Being certified will help you gain trust and prestige from prospective clients and win more high-end projects. This fabricator certification program shows that your MCM System Fabricator meets the highest experience, performance, quality, and financial standards in the industry.

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Photo of the Wyndham Margaritaville Hotel courtesy of MCM Certified Fabricator MillerClapperton and MCM Alliance Member Arconic

Architect: Garvin Design Group (Architecture, Interior Design, and Planning)

MCM Brings this Library’s Redesign to Life

Metal Composite Material,

This community library in Far Rockaway, NY, needed a bold, updated look to inspire a new generation. Metal Composite Material (MCM) helped architecture studio SNOHETTA ARCHITECTURE DESIGN PLA achieve a stunning, creative result that evokes growth and renewal. MCM was instrumental in the project, winning a NYC Annual Award for Excellence in Design and meeting the LEED Gold standard for environmental efficiency with the help of sustainable MCM.

Read the Case Study from MCA Member ALPOLIC® Materials – Americas >

МСМ EXPANDS THE POSSIBILITIES OF HEALTHCARE FACILITY

Metal Composite Material, Metal Construction,

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital and Lawrence Group mission was to create a facility that would provide first-rate patient care while allowing for future expansion. Choosing Metal Composite Material (MCM) panels ensured the project was completed on time, under budget, and meeting all the expectations of the project management team.

Read the Case Study from MCA Member East Coast Metal Systems and ALPOLIC® >

MCM and Fire Safety

Metal Composite Material, Metal Construction,

This white paper provides insights into Metal Composite Material (MCM) and MCM systems and the controlling factors in North America to ensure fire safety.

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Photo Courtesy of MCA Member: Alcotex, Inc.