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Lean Construction Can Contribute to Sustainable Design

July 19, 2021

The eco-conscious movement recently swept through the nation, influencing various industries. Construction companies are adopting low-emission, energy-efficient practices, increasing their sustainability.

IIBEC Announces First IIBEC Interface Collection

May 7, 2021

IIBEC’s very first IIBEC Interface Collection is now available to purchase. This publication collects parts one through four of “Anatomy of Construction Litigation,” written by Derek Hodgin and John Wylie.

Code Council Showcases Off-Site Solutions at 2021 Modular Tradeshow

March 2, 2021

Association highlights the benefits of off-site construction, addressing resources to housing affordability and building sustainability.

KAI Build Promotes Steve Kizer to Vice President of Operations, Construction

February 2, 2021

The move promotes Kizer to a broader role at KAI Build that will encompass both office and field operations.

MCA Announces New Executive Director

July 31, 2020

The Metal Construction Association has welcomed Jeff Henry, MBA CAE, as Executive Director, effective June 1, 2020.

Construction Output Drops Significantly Due to COVID-19

July 30, 2020

The U.S. economy contracted at an annualized rate of 32.9 percent during the second quarter of 2020, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Commercial Construction Index Drops Amid Pandemic, But Contractors Poised for Near-Term Recovery

Contractors Quickly Prioritized Worker Health and Safety, and 1 in 3 Plan to Hire More Workers in the Next 6 Months

June 26, 2020

The Q2 2020 USG Corporation + U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index (Index) released on June 23 plunged from 74 in Q1 to 56 in Q2.

U.S. Department of Labor Hosting Construction Compliance Assistance Webinar

June 19, 2020

The U.S. Department of Labor will host a webinar on June 25 to discuss how it's assisting manufacturing and construction workers by reducing regulatory burdens.

Substantial Decline in Architecture Billings

September 18, 2019

August report suggests greatest weakness in design activity in several years.

BRE Global Launches BREEAM New Construction for U.S.

June 17, 2019

BRE Global offers U.S. market the leading green building standard that gives architects and designers greater control and flexibility for sustainability with new construction projects.

The Impact of Tariffs on the Metal Construction Industry

Stantec Signs Definitive Purchase Agreement to Acquire Page

Building for the Future: The Role of Structural Composites

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March 20, 2025

Pitfalls and Challenges of NFPA 285 Engineering Analysis

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU: 1 IIBEC CEH

On-Demand This presentation will discuss the opportunity, challenges and limitation present when considering acceptance of test data extended to support substitution or modification to an assembly.

March 20, 2025

The Critical Aspect of Air and Water-Resistant Barriers Within the Building Envelope

Credits: 1 AIA LU/Elective; 0.1 ICC CEU; 1 IIBEC CEH

On-Demand This course explores the critical nature of the air barrier with an emphasis on how a structure interacts with the environment around it. Gain knowledge on the trends in the marketplace, advancements in technology, and the importance of specifying the correct air and water resistive barrier for your project.

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