In response to weakened economic conditions brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, MI Windows and Doors today announced the closure of Milgard manufacturing facilities over the next few weeks.

Women in Construction Week was founded by the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) in 1953 as a tool to bring women from around the industry together. The goals of the week stretch across every corner of the construction industry, and include changing the mindset that women are only supposed to fill select jobs. This year, Women in Construction Week fell during the same week as the 2020 EIMA Annual Meeting.

Staff at the Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, VA., turned to a Hilti product to care for staff and patients at the same time.

Ritchie Bros.' massive Edmonton, AB auction site is filling up quickly, with more than 10,000 items set to sell on Monday, May 11 through Friday, May 15. Because of local crowd size restrictions due to COVID-19, there will be no in-person bidding—all bidding must be done online at rbauction.com.

Today’s construction jobsites are evolving, and project owners demand partner companies that embrace new methods to drive down costs without negatively impacting quality. 

Bored and looking for something to do while your business idles? The SPFA recommends taking professional development courses.

The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) selected eight research projects to receive grants this year. The ACI Foundation is committed to progress in the industry by contributing financially to necessary and worthy research.

Construction employment declined in 99 out of 358 metro areas from March 2019 to last month as the coronavirus pandemic triggered the first shutdown orders and project cancellations, according to an analysis released by the Associated General Contractors of America today.

Benjamin Obdyke, Inc., recognized for its line of high performance roof and wall products including Roll Vent, Cedar Breather and HydroGap, recently promoted Bill Griffith to National Ridge Vent Sales Manager. In his new role, Griffith will be responsible for increasing sales and market exposure of the Ridge Vent product portfolio to architects, builders, distribution accounts and dealers nationwide.

In Walls & Ceilings latest COVID-19 video, Publisher Jill Bloom and Roofing Contractor's Editor Art Aisner are joined by CEO of Cotney Construction Law, Trent Cotney.