Gusset Plate

ClarkDietrich is giving framing contractors a tested and proven solution for quickly repairing steel framing members with oversized mechanical, electrical and plumbing cutouts.
Self-Sealing Fasteners

TruFast® is continuing to grow its portfolio of TubeSeal™ self-sealing fasteners to give building professionals cost-effective solutions to help ensure the integrity of air and moisture barriers.
Self-Rescue System

Werner introduces the ProForm Switchpoint™ Self-Rescue System. Designed for industry professionals who want to take control of their own rescue, the innovative system builds upon Werner’s patented Chair in the Air technology.
18V Cordless Tools

Bosch Power Tools introduces a variety of products including an 18V deep cut band saw, planer, impact wrench and blower, continuing to expand its cordless portfolio.
Sheet Sander

Ridgid introduces the industry’s most compact ¼ sheet sander, the 18V SubCompact Brushless ¼ Sheet Sander.
Construction Jack

DeWalt announces the ToughSeries™ Construction Jack (DWHT83550), a heavy-duty, hands-free lifting tool designed for a range of applications.
It Pays to Choose Grabber

Grabber fasteners have been making professionals more productive and profitable for over 50 years. Investing in Grabber products means you can expect less material waste, greater worker productivity and fewer tasks that run up labor costs.
Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Decreases Again in May
The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) has released the May 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment finance sector. Overall, confidence in the […]
Resilience: How Tough Does a Building Need to Be?

These structures were under construction when the magnitude 7.8 earthquake hit Turkey. The signs out front advertise them as being “earthquake resistant.” The building in the foreground has completely collapsed, while the one still standing is experiencing 6% lateral drift. Photo by Matthew Speicher, NIST On June 1 I received an email […]