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Questions about heat, air, and moisture control? Check out the new e-book

July 16, 2018

Many designers and specifiers understand controlling air, vapor, and thermal transfer helps mitigate moisture problems within the building envelope. Moisture accumulation is a performance adversary that can lead to structural deterioration, finish damage, organic growth, and reduced building longevity. However, navigating the fundamentals, code requirements, and industry trends can be complex. As codes advance and… Continue reading...

Amal Clooney will deliver the opening keynote remarks at this year’s Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Chicago. Photo © Mojackjutaily/WikiMedia Commons

Amal Clooney to keynote Greenbuild conference

July 16, 2018

Human rights lawyer and humanitarian Amal Clooney will deliver the opening keynote remarks at this year’s Greenbuild International Conference and Expo. The theme of this year’s conference, “Human X Nature,” explores the intersection of humanity and the built environment.

Easi-Set Precast Concrete Buildings: A Comprehensive Overview

CertainTeed acquires Hunter Douglas’ North American ceilings business

July 13, 2018

CertainTeed Corporation has bought Hunter Douglas’ North American ceilings operations.

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council is looking for presenters for its annual Tape Summit. Photo © BigStockPhoto.com

Council seeking presentations for Tape Summit

July 12, 2018

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council, a North American trade association comprised of pressure sensitive adhesive tape manufacturers and their suppliers, is looking for presentations for a new building and construction conference track at the council’s annual Tape Summit.

The producer price index for aluminum mill shapes increased 20 percent over a 12-month period; copper and brass mill shapes increased 17.4 percent during this period and steel mill products rose 12.3 percent. Photo © BigStockPhoto.com

Metal tariffs continue to ramp up U.S. construction costs

July 12, 2018

Construction costs accelerated again in June, with steep price increases for a range of building and road construction materials as tariffs against foreign goods come into effect, according to a report from the Associated General Contractors of America.

Awards recognize outstanding cold-formed steel engineering

July 11, 2018

The Cold-formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI) announced the recipients of several awards at the 2018 CFSEI Expo, held in San Diego. The institute presented Design Excellence accolades across three different categories, as well as an Innovative Detail Award.

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Questions about heat, air, and moisture control? Check out the new e-book

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Easi-Set Precast Concrete Buildings: A Comprehensive Overview

CertainTeed acquires Hunter Douglas’ North American ceilings business

Council seeking presentations for Tape Summit

Metal tariffs continue to ramp up U.S. construction costs

Awards recognize outstanding cold-formed steel engineering

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Easi-Set Precast Concrete Buildings: A Comprehensive Overview

CertainTeed acquires Hunter Douglas’ North American ceilings business

Council seeking presentations for Tape Summit

Metal tariffs continue to ramp up U.S. construction costs

Awards recognize outstanding cold-formed steel engineering

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