Bil-Jax, the largest scaffold manufacturer in the United States, has announced two new products to coincide with its 60th anniversary. The firm unveiled its first-ever self-propelled boom lift, the 36XT,
Flexability Concepts has awarded $2,000 in scholarships to four graduate students in the University of Oklahoma’s College of Architecture for their winning designs using the company’s flexible metal track.“We were
Achievements in environmental stewardship and humanitarian aid have led to recognition for the Holcim (US) portland cement plant in Theodore, Ala. The plant was honored with a special commendation by
Precision Walls, a specialty contractor for commercial drywall and exterior wall and truss systems, announced that its manufacturing division will operate as a separate entity, Advanced Exterior Systems (AES). The
Studies conducted at the federal government’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) show that walls made of EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems) provide “superior moisture and temperature control” as compared
As the Senate prepared to debate legislation to reform U.S. immigration laws, the nation’s home builders on May 21 announced their opposition to the bill.While noting that the nation’s home
A new website, ConnectSource.com, has been established to sell a wide variety of steel framing connectors used in the cold formed steel framing industry. Launched on April 9, it is
United Rentals, Inc. has named Kurt Barker executive vice president - corporate services. He joined the company upon its founding in 1997 as vice president - east region and subsequently
The resin technology unit of Henry Co. recently launched its redesigned Permax polyurethane spray foam systems web site. The site, www.henry.com, provides in-depth technical and application information about various Permax
The National Building Museum’s exhibit, “The Green House: New Directions in Sustainable Architecture and Design,” has been the most successful in its history, and will remain open until June 24.The