Design-build groups enter partnership

Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) and Water Design-Build Council (WDBC) announced a new alliance to further design-build for the water and wastewater industries. Through collaboration, the two groups will provide resources to meet the needs of water industry owners and practitioners.
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MCA takes on three new research projects

The Metal Construction Association (MCA) is embarking on new research projects focusing on roofing and wall metal panels. “The MCA studies will provide architects, specifiers, and contractors with additional tools, test methods, and information to assist in more effective green, energy efficient, and structurally-sound building designs,” said the group’s...
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ABI indicates healthy demand in non-residential projects

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported the Architecture Billing Index (ABI) is reflecting a sustained demand for design services in nearly all non-residential project types. ABI is a leading economic indicator of construction activity. It reflects the approximate nine-to 12-month lead time between architecture billings and construction spending.
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ARMA seeks top asphalt roofing projects

The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) is searching for North American asphalt roofing projects for its 2016 Quality Asphalt Roofing Case Study (QARC) Awards. Both commercial and residential projects are being accepted. The competition is open to architects, specifiers, contractors, and consultants working with asphalt products.
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