The price of materials and services used in nonresidential construction fell 1.3% last month, while contractors’ bid prices rose 5.4%, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today. Association officials noted that, despite the monthly decline, materials prices remain high and the availability of certain key materials is erratic.

ATAS International has added a new educational course titled “Insulated Metal Panels – Creating the Perfect All-In-One Barrier Back Up Wall System.” Insulated metal panels provide superior insulating properties and can be installed quickly.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced public meetings of the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health and the NACOSH Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Work Group on Sept. 12 – 13.

Check out OPCMIA's newest "Steel Edge Women Spotlight," featuring Local 18 Cement Mason Sabrina Duncan. She is a 3rd-year apprentice who "cannot wait to become a journeyman."

The earliest versions of concrete block, commonly known as cinder block—and referred to in specifier language as concrete masonry units—arrived onto the building scene over a century ago.

Armstrong World Industries, a leader in the design, innovation and manufacturing of ceiling and wall solutions, has been named one of Newsweek’s Most Trusted Companies in America in 2022. Armstrong is the only ceilings and walls company to make the list.

The $700 billion “Inflation Reduction Act” bill the Senate advanced to the House Sunday, using a special Budget Reconciliation procedure that allowed them to pass it with no Republican support, is a broad bill.

FORGE, a one-stop shop for structurally efficient and cost-effective cold-formed steel prefabrication, announces its official opening of their 152,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Norcross, Georgia.

The NIE Awards submission process will be open from approximately late Aug. through Nov. 28, 2022. 

Don't miss out on the event of the year. The CISCA 2022 Fall Conference is being held in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Sept. 26-30, 2022.