RectorSeal continues to press forward on the acquisition trail. On Feb. 6, RectorSeal announced the acquisition of Dust Free indoor air quality products.

To those who knew Kenneth “Kenny” Thompson, he was an icon of the lath and plaster industry. He passed away recently at age 85.

The EIFS Industry Members Association is pleased to announce that ADEX Systems has joined the association as a manufacturer member.

JLG’s parent company, Oshkosh Corporation, announced Nov. 15 that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Hinowa, a manufacturer of track-based aerial work platforms, mini dumpers, lift trucks and undercarriages. Once complete, Hinowa will become part of the Oshkosh Access Equipment segment, which also includes the JLG and Jerr-Dan brands.

To set the stage for mass energy transformation of cities, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority aims to upgrade New York’s building stock through their RetrofitNY Program. Identifying partners to help drive and execute this change, NYSERDA has named Tremco Construction Products Group an approved component manufacturer (RFQL 4551) for Deep Energy Retrofit projects across the state of New York.

Plastic Components announced that Buddy Ayala has joined its nationwide network of sales representatives.

Caterpillar unveils Cat Trial 11: Hot Wheels, an intricate real-life challenge that brings childhood toy cars to life emphasizing the power of play and promoting the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education.

The Opaline metal panel has long been a popular wall cladding option. Now, this flexible panel, in four profiles, can be used as a linear metal ceiling.