ABI Reflects Continued Weakness in Business Conditions in April
Architecture firms reported a modest decrease in April billings. However, there was a slight increase in inquiries into future project activity according to a report released May 24 from The American Institute of Architects. The billings score for March decreased from 50.4 in March to 48.5 in April (any score below 50 […]
Meet Travis Winsor, AWCI’s New President
When Travis Winsor got down to business on July 1 as the president of the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry, his goal was to build on the “solid foundation” of his predecessors—AWCI’s recent past presidents, and he will shine a light on the AWCI’s “valued resources that are more important than ever” […]
Lack of Existing Inventory Boosts Builder Confidence to Key Marker
Limited existing inventory, which has put a renewed emphasis on new construction, resulted in a solid gain for builder confidence in May even as the industry continues to face several challenges, including building material supply chain disruptions and tightening credit conditions for construction loans. Builder confidence in the market for newly built […]
The Pros and Cons of Alternative Dispute Resolution
Author Max Lucado said, “Conflict is inevitable, combat is optional.” He was right. Disputes and disagreements have a way of sneaking up on even the most non-confrontational of people—good people. Now let’s suppose you’re one of those personality types that likes to get things done, even push the envelope at times. It’s what you […]
Dodge Momentum Index Slides 2% in May Due to Weaker Commercial Planning
The Dodge Momentum Index, issued by Dodge Construction Network, fell 2.0% in May to 180.5 (2000=100) from the revised April reading of 184.1. Over the month, the commercial component of the DMI fell 6.1%, while the institutional component improved 5.6%. “The DMI dipped in May amid sustained weakness in commercial planning activity,” […]
The Ceiling Tile Game Changer Is Here
For nearly a century, Arrow Fastener has served as a leader in innovation and functionality in the hand tool space, keeping a close eye on tool trends and tailoring our range of project solutions to meet (and surpass) industry and customer expectations. As the proud manufacturer of America’s top-selling staple gun, the iconic T50, […]
L&W Supply Announces Opening of Third Minnesota Location
Commercial and residential contractors in the Minneapolis metro area now have a new option for fulfilling their building product needs with the opening of L&W Supply Plymouth, located in Plymouth, Minn. This new facility offers building materials, construction supplies and delivery services, including gypsum, acoustical ceilings, steel framing, insulation, exteriors and more. […]
Meet Travis Vap, AWCI’s New President
AWCI 2021–2022 President Shawn Burnum (left) presents the gavel to AWCI 2022–2023 President Travis Vap. As the incoming president of the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry, Travis Vap takes the baton from Shawn Burnum this summer. While the economic path ahead for the country might be unclear, […]
Nonresidential Construction Spending Falls in April
National nonresidential construction spending was down 0.4% in April, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published June 1 by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $844.4 billion for the month. Despite the monthly setback, nonresidential construction spending is up 6.6% from a year […]