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Don Allen, P.E., S.E., LEED A.P., Executive Director, Steel Framing Industry Association

Data Centers Drive Steel Framing Demand Surge

Booming data center builds sustain steel framing, MEP density and interior system demand.

Don Allen, P.E., LEED A.P. is an internationally known expert in cold-formed steel design

May 29, 2026

Many argue that the current pace of data center construction is not sustainable, but the question is: when will this slow or end? And how will data center construction change over the next few months and years?

How Data and Noncombustible Materials Can Drive a Safer, Sustainable Future

After devastating fires in California, industry leaders and the Steel Framing Industry Association are pushing for data-driven strategies to highlight the benefits of noncombustible steel framing and strengthen the case for resilient construction.

Don Allen P.E., S.E., LEED A.P.

October 23, 2025

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After losing his home in the Pacific Palisades fires, Steven Crosby is rebuilding with steel—and joining industry leaders to push for data-driven, fire-resilient construction.

Tariff Update

Steel Framing Holds Firm Amid Price Pressures and Market Uncertainty

Despite rising material costs and economic headwinds, the steel framing industry remains resilient with innovation, new capacity, and housing demand driving cautious optimism.

Don Allen P.E., S.E., LEED A.P.

August 25, 2025

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Despite rising material costs and economic headwinds, the steel framing industry remains resilient with innovation, new capacity, and housing demand driving cautious optimism.

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A Rough Start?

This year has started with a confused beginning. What does the year hold for us?

Don Allen P.E., S.E., LEED A.P.

March 26, 2025

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This year has started with a confused beginning. What does the year hold for us?

Steel Framing Through the Years

Larry Williams

October 24, 2023

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Steel Framing Through the Years

Who’s Next?

Larry Williams

March 24, 2023

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We need to think strategically about our industry’s next generations.

Robots in Steel Framing Construction

WHAT COULD THE FUTURE HOLD FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Larry Williams

October 13, 2022

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This is the time of year when many of us raise our gazes from the immediate task at hand and start thinking about the coming year and how to plan for it.

Sustainability is About to Get Real

THE CONCEPT OF “SUSTAINABILITY” HAS BEEN AROUND FOR DECADES. AND WHO WILL ARGUE THAT IT’S A GREAT IDEA?

Larry Williams

April 25, 2022

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I asked 20 of my colleagues to tell me what “sustainability” means, I’d bet you $20 that I’d get 20 different answers.

Credits 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU

This course will explore the pivotal role architects and lighting design play in creating safer, more sustainable spaces. Learn how to avoid common lighting mistakes and make informed decisions that create the best visual environment for occupants.

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Data Centers Drive Steel Framing Demand Surge

How Data and Noncombustible Materials Can Drive a Safer, Sustainable Future

Steel Framing Holds Firm Amid Price Pressures and Market Uncertainty

A Rough Start?

Steel Framing Through the Years

Who’s Next?

Robots in Steel Framing Construction

Sustainability is About to Get Real

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