Resources

Industry Associations

1. Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA): A great resource for information on metal building systems, research, and education.
2. Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association (MBCEA): A valuable resource for contractors and erectors in the metal building industry.
3. Metal Construction Association (MCA): An association that advocates for and educates on the use of metal in building envelopes. It showcases dedication to quality metal products.
4. Associated Builders and Contractors of Georgia (ABC Georgia): An industry association for the Georgia construction community.

Accreditation and Certification

1. International Accreditation Service (IAS): provides accreditation for metal building manufacturers and assemblers.

Additional Resources

1. MBMA Design Resources: offers valuable insights and guides for architects and engineers.
2. Metal Construction News: a leading publication for the metal building industry.

Georgia Building Regulations and Safety

1. Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA): The official source for Georgia's minimum standard construction codes. This is an essential reference for any builder in the state.
2. Georgia 811: This is a crucial safety link for any excavation project. It shows your company's commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
3. Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission (GSFIC): This site provides specific guidelines for Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings (PEMB), demonstrating technical authority to summarize the design review recommendations and requirements for submittal, review and approval of pre-engineered metal buildings.

Financing resources

1. Small Business Administration (SBA): For customers who are business owners, the SBA offers guaranteed loans that are relevant for construction projects.
2. Financing information resource (e.g., Clarify Capital): A link to an informative blog post on construction loan options can help customers understand their financing choices.

Industry news and publications

1. Engineering News-Record (ENR): A reputable and widely-known construction magazine that reports on industry trends and news.
2. Construction Executive: This publication provides business news and information specifically for construction industry professionals.
3. Metal Building Manufacturers Association - Wikipedia: This resource provides insight into metal building manufacturers.

Wood Building Standards

1. Wood Building Designs
2. Forest Products Laboratory (FPL): A renowned authority on wood and wood products.
3. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM): Visit for standards on wood construction.
4. National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): For guidelines on building with wood.
5. Forest Stewardship Council (FSC): For information on sustainable wood sourcing.