Congratulations to Mike Farr (Cascade Manufacturing)  Inducted into NAHB Society of Honored Associates! Mike Farr of Cascade Manufacturing has been heavily involved in NAHB, HBAI and the Cedar Rapids HBA for many years and in many capacities - those world-class volunteer efforts were honored by his inclusion into the Society of Honored Associates at an awards banquet at IBS.  This is a lifetime reward intended to distinguish those members who have made invaluable contributions to the … [Read more...]

Cascade Mfg Co Expands Its Footprint Cascade Mfg Co, located in Cascade, Iowa, announces the opening of a cold-formed steel truss production facility in Tyler, Texas. Cold-formed steel trusses are used primarily in commercial construction when non-combustible design and materials are required. "The economy continues to recover and with it we are experiencing an increase in the interest and use of cold-formed steel for new construction projects," cites Tim Noonan, Commercial Division … [Read more...]

Download the complete Iowa Residential Energy Code Summary - PDF Iowa homebuyers appreciate the comfort and warmth of well-designed, energy-efficient houses. With the upgrade of Iowa’s statewide energy code, home buyers now have peace of mind knowing that Iowa homes meet the latest standards for energy efficiency. All new houses in Iowa must meet the minimum requirements of the 2012 International Energy Conservation Code (2012 IECC). This publication is a summary overview of the 2012 IECC … [Read more...]