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Terra cotta finishes present fresh look for Iowa Culinary Institute

Iowa Culinary Arts

As a world-renowned program, the Iowa Culinary Institute (ICI) at Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) provides high-end culinary experiences and serves students, staff and visitors. Reflecting ICI’s reputation and revitalizing its facility for future growth and success, Shive Hattery Architecture + Engineering designed a fresh, contemporary look for the existing structure and its two […]

Linetec’s 33rd Annual Customer & Supplier Appreciation Golf Outing

Thank you to everyone that joined us for Linetec’s 33rd Annual Customer & Supplier Appreciation Open House and Golf Event. Despite a bit of warm and humid weather, we had a wonderful day on the course. Each year, our suppliers are so thoughtful and generous in their donations! Each year a variety of events take […]

Metal Architecture’s article on Woolworth Towers Residences touts Linetec’s finishes

Metal Architecture magazine’s recent feature on the renovated Woolworth Tower Residences in New York highlighted Linetec’s contributions to the new windows and terrace doors’ thermal performance and durable finishes.
Architect Cass Gilbert originally designed the iconic building in 1913. Today, under the architectural vision of SLCE Architects, LLP a and The Office of Thierry W Despont, Ltd., the 33 luxury condominiums offer sweeping views of Manhattan from the historically inspired, oversized windows and terrace doors with modern performance and easy operation.

Congratulations to Linetec’s 2018 Lead Training Program Graduates

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These associates dedicated 26 training hours of time over 10 months, including 2 on-the-job assignments and earn 6 technical college continuing education credits! A few of their classes include Core Values for Leaders, Safety & Injury, Communication, Conflict Resolution, as well as Upstream and Downstream Experiences.

Linetec People to Know: Nikki Mussfeldt

Q:  Tell me about your job
A:  I am the First Shift In-House Blend and Vault Supervisor. We cover all things paint – from purchase and receipt, matching and batch making, and touch-up for finishing the products, to the final data entry for environmental reporting.
Q: What did you do prior to Linetec?
A: Prior to Linetec, I worked at a Kid City Day Care working with 2- to 5- year-olds and 6- to 12-year-olds during the summer months. I had a big fan base for my ability to stay within the lines while coloring.
Q: What is your favorite part of your job?
A:  It would have to be the people I get to work with. Throughout my 19 years and different roles at Linetec, I have met some amazing and dedicated people. Whether we are moving material or solving problems, there are always people that are willing to lend a hand or give ideas. Ultimately, they all just want to see the company succeed.

Little Caesars Arena meets aesthetic, sustainability, security goals with Tubelite systems finished by Linetec

Wausau, Wisconsin (July 2018) – Owned by Ilitch Holdings, Inc., the $862.9 million Little Caesars Arena complex blends historic and modern aesthetics with massively scaled, fan-friendly interiors and modestly scaled, pedestrian-friendly exteriors. Contributing to this exterior, Linetec provided a variety of finishes for Tubelite’s curtainwall, storefront and entrance systems to support the project’s aesthetic, sustainability and security goals for completion on time and within budget.

Is there a real copper finish that holds its luster without high maintenance?

The classic beauty of copper brings a rich distinction to architectural building projects – whether creating a dramatic new design, or conveying a historic depth and heritage. Today, you can achieve the look of real copper and lasting luster, without such shortcomings as salt run-off stains, galvanic corrosion, patina and intensive maintenance.The classic beauty of copper brings a rich distinction to architectural building projects – whether creating a dramatic new design, or conveying a historic depth and heritage. Today, you can achieve the look of real copper and lasting luster, without such shortcomings as salt run-off stains, galvanic corrosion, patina and intensive maintenance.

Wisconsin Moves Up 4 Spots on CNBC’s Top States for Business

According to WMC Morning Digest, the Badger State continues to improve its business climate, and it is showing. CNBC’s latest rankings saw Wisconsin move from 21st overall in 2017 to 17th this year. The state saw its largest gains on topics like the economy (28th to 19th) and workforce (28th to 22nd). Wisconsin also improved […]

Tackling a transportation center or high-traffic, urban project? Consider corrosion-resistant finishes

Transportation facilities, transit oriented developments and other high-traffic city centers provide the connecting points and places that compose our urban landscapes and skylines. They also can present significant challenges in protecting exterior-facing architectural aluminum products. Without proper precautions and finishes, corrosion to finished aluminum components ultimately can damage the structural integrity of the building envelope […]

Linetec People to Know: Brian Stratton

Q: Tell me about your job A: I manage Linetec’s safety program. Sending our associates home safely at the end of their shifts and keeping the company in compliance is the goal. To accomplish this I am extensively involved in the development of safety programs, equipment and process modifications, incident trending and prevention, incident reporting […]