Architectural Metal Plate Systems: Durable Design for Today's Buildings
Balancing Form and Function in High-Performance Metal Plate Applications
Sponsored by ATAS International, Inc. | Presented by Stephen Scharr
Live Webinar Airing on November 6, 2025 at 02:00 PM ET
This course will address architectural metal plate systems and how they can be used in the design and construction of commercial buildings. Different types of metal wall assemblies and applications will be discussed, along with installation techniques, performance attributes, and design advantages of incorporating metal plate. Sustainable and resilient building envelopes can be achieved with the use of architectural metal plate systems.
Photo courtesy of Metalwerks/ATAS International, Inc.
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Stephen Scharr is the general manager of the Metalwërks line for ATAS International, Inc. The Metalwërks line includes precision, high-performance metal plate exterior façade systems, integrated curtain wall components, and custom architectural features. Metalwërks products are manufactured in Elkton, Md. |
ATAS has two ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing locations in the United States: the headquarters in Allentown, PA, and their facility in Mesa, AZ. ATAS also has a second location in Allentown, PA, and one in University Park, IL. On April 1, 2025, ATAS expanded its portfolio with Metalwërks® Architectural Plate Systems, located in Elkton, MD. Learn more about the ATAS product line, service offerings, and continuing education programs: www.atas.com | 610.395.8445
Originally published in Architectural Record
Originally published in September 2025
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Recognize what defines a metal plate system and how it differs from other metal wall assemblies.
- Identify material and finish options for architectural metal plate and learn about applications and installation techniques.
- Explore the performance attributes and design advantages of plate systems.
- Discover how metal plate contributes to sustainable and resilient building envelopes.
