Technology

Preserving, Repairing, Replicating Historic Metal

KATE-ALLEN_ALLEN-METALS_Screenshot 2024-10-22 at 1.47.11 PM copy 2.jpg

WATCH

Kate Allen, President of Allen Architectural Metals, discusses how she and her team preserve, repair, or replicate historic metal and how they determine which course of action to take.

ISSUE #50 FALL 2024

A NEW ERA FOR TERRA COTTA

HOW TECHNOLOGY IS CHANGING THE GAME

By Michael Kramer

Midwest Territory Manager

Gladding, McBean

Would you like to receive a free printed copy of SKYlines'?

Subscribe Here

Nov 87 min read

A New Era for Terra Cotta

How Technology is Changing the Game By Michael Kramer, Midwest Territory Manager, Gladding, McBean When it comes to preserving historic...

Feb 156 min read

"We Create History"

In the intricate world of stonecutting, Traditional Cut Stone Ltd. is known for artistry and precision, seamlessly blending classical...

Dec 17, 20224 min read

3D Laser Scanning Brings Accuracy in Exterior Restoration

Alan Barr, owner of Stone Details, explains how technology brings important advances to surveys and documentation for existing buildings...

Jan 6, 20223 min read

Construction Innovation and Safety Conference

This year’s "Hack the Building Code" winners include innovations to prevent construction worker falls, capture carbon emissions, expedite...

Jan 6, 20223 min read

Using Drones to Conduct Façade Inspections

Local Law 102 of 2020 A new DOB report seeks to take building safety to new heights, by exploring the potential use of drones for...

Dec 28, 20201 min read

Bird friendly design requirements for all new buildings and alterations

Local Law 15 of 2020 goes into effect on January 10, 2021 The Jacob K. Javits Center, newly completed full replacement of exterior...

Dec 28, 20202 min read

Fostering a “culture of safety”

DOB’s 2020 Digital: Safety, Innovation & Sustainability Conference DOB Commissioner Melanie E. LaRocca during the Worker Safety Report...

Dec 28, 20202 min read

Winners of the “Carbon Neutrality” and“Hack the Building Code” competitions

The winners of the DOB’s Carbon Neutrality and Hack the Building Code Innovation Challenges presented their entries during keynote...

Jul 11, 20202 min read

A state-of-the-art hall opens at LGA’s terminal B

On June 13, Skanska USA joined Governor Andrew Cuomo and Rick Cotton, Executive Director, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, to...

Oct 14, 20191 min read

Thomas Heatherwick’s Pier 55 Sculptural Concrete Pots Near Completion In Chelsea

The large concrete pots that form the foundation of Thomas Heatherwick’s Pier 55 park over the Hudson River are close to completion. As...

Apr 18, 20192 min read

ENGINEER’S CORNER: The Effects of “Frost Jacking” on Building Façades

By Paul Millman, PE, RA SUPERSTRUCTURES Engineers + Architects Now that spring has arrived, it’s a good time for building owners and...

Apr 18, 20193 min read

Below-Grade Waterproofing: Gravity Feed and Pressure Injection Applications

CGI Northeast’s concrete gel injection waterproofing system is best known for its ability to eliminate water intrusion using a...

Jan 18, 20193 min read

Industry & Community Resources

Andromeda Advantage Inc Andromeda Advantage Inc. (“Andromeda”) is the construction industry’s premier professional services firm, working...

Oct 12, 20182 min read

How Sensors are Building Smart Jobsite ‘Ecosystems’

The construction industry, which has been typically underserved by technology, is now embracing digital solutions to improve project...

Oct 12, 20181 min read

Archtober 2018 Kicks Off in NYC!

New York City’s 8th Annual Architecture and Design Month has begun! Dubbed Archtober, the month-long festival features architectural...

Oct 12, 20182 min read

New NYC Real-Time Interactive Maps

In May 2018, the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) launched its Permit Application Finder, an interactive web map...

Jul 12, 20182 min read

Glen-Gery at NYCSRA's Sixth Annual Technical Meeting

On Thursday, April 26, the New York City Special Riggers Association (NYCSRA) held its sixth annual technical meeting featuring a...

Jul 12, 20182 min read

Skyline Hosts MAPEI Seminar on Concrete Restoration

In late March, the new, spacious headquarters of Skyline Restoration and Andromeda in Long Island City proved to be an ideal site to host...

Jul 12, 20183 min read

Is Your HVAC System Ready for Summer?

As we get deeper into summer, it’s crucial that your HVAC system is functioning properly, and by evaluating your system’s health...

Jul 12, 20181 min read

New Brick Could Replace Traditional Insulation

Insulation is used to slow and reduce the transfer of heat, which flows by means of conduction, convection or radiation. Traditionally,...

Jul 12, 20181 min read

3-D Visualization of Manhattan

Taylor Baldwin, a software engineer from media company, BuzzFeed, has created a new 3-dimensional data visualization of Manhattan. The...

Feb 16, 20182 min read

Using AI to Reduce Injuries in Construction

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly important role in the construction industry, particularly in researching, testing...

Feb 16, 20181 min read

New OSHA Requirements for Recordkeeping and Reporting Injury and Illness

As of February 1, 2018, many employers with more than 10 employees are required to keep a record of serious work-related injuries and...

Feb 16, 20182 min read

2018 Construction Industry Trade Show Guide

The following industry events, trade shows and conferences are designated as opportunities for construction professionals to exchange...