Associated Builders and Contractors reported today that its Construction Backlog Indicator rose to 7.9 months in May, an increase of less than 0.1 months from April’s reading. Furthermore, based on an ABC member survey...
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PAC-CLAD metal wall panels from Petersen Aluminum Corp. have passed the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association 285 Standard for exterior wall assemblies. The test results expand cladding options beyond masonry for designers...
Metal Rainscreen Primer
(06/01/2020)Rainscreens are growing in usage as a reliable building component that shields against rain, snow and ice, preventing potentially harmful...
According to the results of Associated Builders and Contractors 2020 Workforce Development Survey, ABC contractor members invested $1.5 billion on workforce development initiatives in 2019, providing craft, leadership and safety education to 1.1 million...
ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Falls in April
(05/12/2020)
Associated Builders and Contractors reported today that its Construction Backlog Indicator fell to 7.8 months in April, the series’ lowest reading since the third quarter of 2012. Based on an ABC member survey conducted...
AEC Announces New Board Members in Annual Election
(04/21/2020)
The Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) announced the results of the annual election of officers and directors at the 71st Annual Meeting & Leadership Conference last month in San Antonio, Texas. Brook Massey, president of...
This Month’s Features
Forecasting the Future of Color
While megatrends in coatings and paints do not change overnight, their subtle evolutions reveal where innovation is headed.
Adhesive Innovation
No longer substitutes for sealants or screws, advanced PSA tapes have emerged as high-performance bonding systems that enhance structural integrity and design flexibility.
Key Design Factors When Employing IMPs
Facing profile choices for IMPs include flat, minor ribs, v-grooves, deeper ribs, and striated profiles.
Sealants for Metal Building Systems
Sealants may seem minor, but they are crucial for metal buildings, ensuring moisture protection and thermal integrity for lasting performance.