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Historically Styled Windows with Modern Performance Revitalize a 110-year-old Public School in Pennsylvania

heather@heathewestpr.com (Heather West) — Sun, 03 Aug 2025 10:01:15 -0400

Steele Elementary School features Wausau Window and EFCO products finished by Linetec.

AISC’s New Chatbot Guides Structural Steel Design, Opens New Possibilities for Steel Conversions

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 09:20:00 -0400

The American Institute of Steel Construction has launched Clark, a free AI-powered chatbot that provides answers based on AISC’s steel design standards and guides.

Scientists Test Tallest Steel-Framed Building on Earthquake Simulator to Push Height Limits

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Sat, 19 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400

UC San Diego researchers hosted the largest-ever test of cold-formed steel construction under earthquake conditions.

Top International Walls and Ceilings Contractors

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:11:00 -0400

Who are the best wall and ceiling contractors outside of North America? Here are 10 companies that are exhibiting quality work worldwide.

Insulation Matters: Superl Inc.’s Expertise in Northern State Energy Efficiency

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 12:10:00 -0400

A Minnesota insulation subcontractor grows from its roots to become a major power player.

Insulation Market Set to Surge by 2032 Amid Sustainable Building Trends and Construction Expansion

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 10:57:00 -0400

Rising demand for sustainable insulation solutions is driving robust growth across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors worldwide.

How to Save on Tax and Energy With Ceiling Solutions

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:10:23 -0400

New phase change material technologies can deliver up to 15 percent energy savings and 50 percent in tax credits.

Drywall Robots Can Be Your Competitive Edge in the Data Center Industry

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:26:55 -0400

Integrating drywall robots into construction workflows offers drywall subcontractors a powerful competitive advantage by accelerating delivery, improving quality and safety, and addressing labor shortages amid the surging demand for faster, large-scale data center development.

GMS Enters Into Agreement With Home Depot/SRS Distribution

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

GMS Inc. announced the Company has entered into a definitive agreement with The Home Depot to be acquired by its specialty trade distribution subsidiary, SRS Distribution.

Home Depot Competes in GMS Acquisition

gottliebb@bnpmedia.com (Bryan Gottlieb) — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 10:31:14 -0400

Home Depot has joined the race to acquire GMS, challenging QXO’s $5B bid and setting the stage for a potential bidding war among major building product players.

Reliance Interiors' Reputation of Reliability

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 11:55:00 -0400

The Georgia subcontractor has earned a reputation of quality professionalism.

Where Job Corps Stands as of June 2025

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 09:30:00 -0400

A national pause of Job Corps centers has sparked legal battles and uncertainty, threatening key training pathways in wall and ceiling trades critical to the construction workforce.

From the Rooftop to Help Empower Contractors’ Small Businesses

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

OC University is helping contractors grow their businesses by delivering accessible, tech-enabled education that goes beyond the rooftop.

Metal Prices Spike in Latest Trade Salvo

gottliebb@bnpmedia.com (Bryan Gottlieb) — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 10:02:00 -0400

Aluminum and steel tariffs doubled on June 4, spiking prices 54 percent and straining construction budgets. Contractors face rising costs, labor shortages and shrinking margins amid the most aggressive trade stance in decades.

LuminX Is Latest AI Seeking To "Revolutionize" Supply Ops

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:12:00 -0400

LuminX has raised $5.5 million to scale AI-powered vision language models that automate warehouse tasks, aiming to reduce errors, boost efficiency and offer real-time insights to logistics and supply chains.

Addressing Mental Health in the Construction Industry

Thu, 29 May 2025 14:00:00 -0400

Unchecked mental health issues lead to increased suicide rates among construction workers.

Elevating Affordable Housing with EIFS: The Atrium at Sumner

Mon, 12 May 2025 01:45:39 -0400

The Atrium at Sumner proves that with innovation, collaboration, and the right materials, affordable housing can lead the way in sustainable, high-impact urban design. EIMA honors this important project.

Change Order Software for Drywall Contractors

Tue, 06 May 2025 09:48:08 -0400

Clearstory is a Change Order Communication Tool purpose-built to align drywall contractors and GCs on out-of-contract work in real-time to reduce risk for all stakeholders.

Kingspan Named to USA Today’s America’s Climate Leaders 2025 List

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:47:00 -0400

The building material manufacturer is being recognized for its significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions intensity.

Rainscreens Come of Age in North America

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 18:07:18 -0400

With formal recognition in the 2024 IBC, rainscreen systems have advanced from innovative concept to standard practice—bringing enhanced water management, design flexibility, and structural resilience to the forefront of modern building envelopes.

The Doors of Perception

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:40:40 -0400

New Boston art center fitted with two unique concept doors.

Brushless Oscillating Multi-tool by RIDGID

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 12:05:00 -0400

The 18V Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool delivers up to 75 percent faster cutting and 70 percent reduced vibration compared to the model it replaces (R86240).

March Construction Employment Up Slightly Year Over Year Reports ABC

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 10:24:13 -0400

The Associated Builders and Contractors reports on new job hires in March.

SFIA Announces Newly Elected Officers and Directors at 2025 SFIA Annual Meeting

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:30:31 -0400

SFIA elected two new officers and appointed four directors to its board during the 2025 Annual Meeting in Charlotte, N.C., reflecting the association’s continued focus on advancing the cold-formed steel framing industry.

Werner Still Standing Strong at the Top, Celebrates 17 Years as the Official Ladder for NCAA March Madness

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 12:50:22 -0400

Werner celebrates the 2025 Season of the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Championship Games; Werner Custom Ladder takes center court and used exclusively during NCAA net-cutting ceremonies.

Flex-Ability Concepts Launches App

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 11:41:02 -0400

The manufacturer has pushed out a new app for its customers.

James Hardie to Buy AZEK in $8.75 Billion Deal

gottliebb@bnpmedia.com (Bryan Gottlieb) — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 11:02:00 -0400

James Hardie is set to acquire AZEK for $8.75B, merging to create a leading exterior and outdoor living brand; the deal is set to close in the second half of 2025.

Developer Wilden Showcases Hemp-insulated "Net Zero" Unit

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 11:00:07 -0400

Wilden unveils Kelowna’s first hemp-insulated “Net Zero Ready” home, setting a standard for sustainable living.

ACI Launches Mentorship Program for Young Members

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 09:50:42 -0400

The American Concrete Institute announced the launch of ACI Career Connections, a six-month mentorship program designed to support emerging professionals in the concrete and construction industry.

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Wed, 26 Mar 2025 15:10:44 -0400

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