Gypsum technical documents revised and rereleased

The Gypsum Association (GA) recently updated two technical documents to address joint treatment in severe weather and application of gypsum sheathing. GA-236, Joint Treatment Under Extreme Weather Conditions, and GA-253, Application of Gypsum Sheathing, were revised to ensure recommendations reflect current best practices.
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U.S. leads industrial construction in the Americas

A report by Timetric’s Construction Intelligence Center (CIC) found the total value of industrial construction in the Americas stands at $542.6 billion, with the United States accounting for $297 billion. The United States is ahead in most categories apart from metal and material processing and production plants.
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Dodge Momentum Index experiences increase in April

The Dodge Momentum Index rose 0.6 percent from its revised reading in March to 116.5 in April. The index is a monthly measure of the first or initial report for non-residential projects in planning, which have been shown to lead construction spending for non-residential buildings by one year.
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AIA to create new resilience curriculum for architects

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced plans to implement a resilience curriculum for the professional development of architects by the beginning of 2017. The curriculum includes resilient design and decision-making on hazard mitigation, climate adaption, community resilience, policy and practice-focused resources on AIA.org, research, and training.
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AIA announces top 10 green projects of 2016

The American Institute of Architects’ (AIA’s) Committee on the Environment (COTE) selected 10 projects exemplifying sustainable architecture and ecological design. The ‘Top 10 Green Projects’ program celebrates buildings with an integrated approach to architecture, natural systems, and technology.
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