A variety of factors since 2020 have contributed to surprising growth in construction, with markets surprisingly strong last year, writes Chris Sleight, managing director of Off-Highway Research.
In the Jan. 26 Federal Register, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration will announce public meeting sessions for the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health and its workgroups on Feb. 21 – 22.
Associated Builders and Contractors announced Jan. 24 that Stephanie Schmidt-Lehmann, 2022 chair of the ABC board of directors and former president of Poole Anderson Construction in State College, Pennsylvania, has been named executive vice president of industry relations and member value.
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Armstrong World Industries recently expanded the capabilities of its ProjectWorks Design and Pre-Construction Service by making 3D Revit models available to designers, architects and contractors utilizing the complimentary service.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration will start having its employees wear safety helmets instead of hard hats. The helmets will better protect against head injuries while employees are inspecting job sites.
Simpson Strong-Tie will invest $110 million to expand its manufacturing operations in Gallatin, Tennessee. The expansion will create 37 new jobs in Sumner County. The new facility on Airport Road will allow Simpson Strong-Tie to meet growing product demand and relocate a portion of its fastener manufacturing operations.
Wright announced the winners of its 2023 service and achievement awards. The service and achievement awards are designed to reward and honor those employees for their years of service to Wright.
Cornerstone Building Brands is spreading the word about its plans for this year’s International Builders’ Show, which will take place at the Las Vegas Convention Center on Feb. 27-29.