A proposed ASTM standard will provide a needed set of guidelines for conducting and reporting on the on-site inspections of fire resistive materials. Anyone interested, particularly people with inspection experience, is invited to help create the standard.
The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of the new ACI 562-16: Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures and Commentary.
Simpson Strong-Tie announced it has renewed its annual sponsorship of Habitat for Humanity’s Habitat Strong program to help local Habitat for Humanity organizations build stronger, more resilient homes across the U.S.
The Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI) has named Nabil Rahman, Ph.D., P.E., as the recipient of the 2016 CFSEI John P. Matsen Award for Distinguished Service. CFSEI’s Distinguished Service Award was renamed this year to honor John P. Matsen, P.E., founder and principal of Matsen Ford Design Associates in Waukesha, Wis., who passed away in June 2015.
GMS Inc. announced that it will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended April 30, 2016 before the market opens on the New York Stock Exchange on Tuesday, July 12, 2016. A conference call will be held that same day at 10:00 a.m. eastern time to review financial results, discuss recent events and conduct a question-and-answer session.
The BECK Fastener Group has acquired the Solon, Ohio, based ET&F Fastening Systems, Inc., a supplier of fastening systems used by contractors for applications involving fastening interior and exterior building materials to light gauge steel.
The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of an important new publication for concrete industry professionals—ACI 560R-16 Report on Design and Construction with Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs).
Bostik, Inc., one of the world’s largest manufacturers of adhesives and sealants, has announced that Michael Zaccardelli has joined the firm’s Consumer & Construction Business Unit as sales director, North America.
CertainTeed Ceilings’ contract to join Premier Inc. as a supplier allows Premier alliance members nationwide to choose products at specially negotiated pricing and terms.
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