Construction Trends | January 2024
Construction sector job gains slowed in November as firms added only 2,000 jobs, but wages for hourly employees accelerated and the number of unfilled positions reached record highs in October, the Associated General Contractors of America reported in analyzing new government data.
Out of the Office
While this current decline in office space activity may prove to be a serious blow to commercial drywall contractors (and their estimators), it needn’t be a fatal one.
The Future-Built Firm
Boston Consulting Group says companies building for their futures are rapidly pulling away from those that are foundering.
Building Codes to Local Laws
As we start a new year with the 2024 International Building Code now available, we also start a new code development cycle.
Finish & Trim Tools
KYOCERA SENCO Industrial Tools (SENCO) announces the launch of its latest update to its finish and trim tools. This new generation of tools is designed to save you time and money while redefining efficiency, precision and performance in the construction and woodworking industries. The newly introduced models include BN31M1P, LS61H1P, TN11G1P, TN41P1P (pictured) and TN51P1P, […]
Wall-to-Ceiling Acoustic Solutions
Turf announces the launch of its first all-in-one, wall-to-ceiling solution collection—Barcode, Linear and Grille—crafted to offer visual depth, versatility and a dynamic aesthetic to acoustically optimize spaces.The distinctive depth and size of the blades make each system unique within the ceiling-to-wall offering, whether mounted on ceilings, walls or both. Grille’s blades are deeper than they […]
Bit Drilling Line
BORA® Tool announces a new Forstner bit drilling line, manufactured by FISCH® Tools. Drill with perfection using the new BORA® Tool Tempest™ Forstner Bit line. With a precision ground cutting edge for precise cutting and small center point for easy registration, this bit ensures accurate, clean and efficient drilling. The cutting edge lifts and ejects […]
Designer Acoustic Wall Tiles
Genesis Products launches Qwel™ Designer Acoustic Wall Tiles, a complete, complementary acoustic solution for walls and ceilings all made from sustainable PET to naturally manage sound. Qwel wall tiles come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors and are also easy to install with an easy peel-and-stick design. Available in rectangle, square and hexagon […]
Rotary Hammer
Makita U.S.A., Inc. has released a new 40V XGT® 13/16″ SDS-PLUS Rotary Hammer (GRH10) that delivers power, speed and runtime for corded demands, but without the cord. The GRH10 is a cordless concrete solution engineered for heavy-load applications. The GRH10 is powered by a 40V max XGT® battery with a Makita-built brushless motor. It can […]