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APRIL 23, 2024

Light But Tough: MDLR Brands’ Building Panels qpurcell Tue, 04/23/2024 - 09:33 The building panels manufactured by Tennessee-based MDLR Brands are so lightweight that just four people can carry a panel sheet measuring 8 by 32 feet. The factory manufacturing and onsite assembly enable faster construction, Langley says.

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Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing Controls Manufacturing Structural Systems 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 1, 2024

ACI Certificate Programs, delivered through ACI University, encourage concrete professionals to gain in-depth knowledge about particular topics in concrete materials, design, repair, or construction by following a defined online course of study. ACI CODE-440.11-22 and learn more about designing and detailing with GFRP reinforcement.

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Building Codes Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems Building Materials 221

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 22, 2024

CLEVELAND, OHIO – www.mbma.com : The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) is pleased to welcome four new associate members to its ranks: Innovative Clean Energy LLC , the International Accreditation Service (IAS) , Robert Sage Careers, LLC, and SWD Urethane.

Renewable Energy Systems 261

Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Building Codes Roofing Systems 261

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MAY 1, 2023

In Part II of a two-part series, industry pros focus on the multiple benefits offered by offsite construction with increased challenges from inflation, labor shortages, materials availability, and a push to increase sustainability on construction projects. Ochs: To put it simply, using offsite construction saves time and money.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Steel Fabrication Modular Construction Building Information Modeling (BIM) 246

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MARCH 21, 2024

Building Homes with ‘Legos on Steroids’ qpurcell Thu, 03/21/2024 - 10:48 A crew leader consults an assembly drawing with color-coded instructions, then calls out a color: blue, red, yellow. Replacing Concrete with Composite Blocks Photo courtesy RENCO USA RENCO’s proprietary building blocks replace concrete, steel, and wood.

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 264

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing Building Codes Building Materials 264

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AUGUST 31, 2023

Richmond, VA (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Barricade Building Products, a leading provider of high-quality building materials, is excited to announce its participation in the Builders Component Manufacturers Conference (BCMC) trade show, at Booth #606, taking place from September 18-22, 2023, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Construction Management 130

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FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation ibush Thu, 02/15/2024 - 15:31 Home builders can maximize efficiencies gained through simplification and standardization by automating both on-site and back-office operations Tony L. Consider the potential benefits of off-site construction to your current home building process.

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Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing Site Planning Controls Manufacturing 204

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JULY 30, 2024

CLEVELAND, OHIO – www.mbma.com: The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) just released the fourth video in its “Travels with Tony” series. This unique metal building system houses the Tulsa Ballet in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and is available on MBMA’s YouTube channel, @MBMAMedia.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Building Codes Green Building Facility Management 130

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JULY 13, 2023

This pairing of industry leaders goes far beyond just equipment supply and installation by providing a unique training and process innovation opportunity for the next generation of manufacturers and equipment operators. representative for Tiger Machine , one of the world’s leading manufacturers of concrete products equipment.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Material Handling Construction Equipment Building Materials 130

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The importance of selecting healthy materials for K-12 projects 0 qpurcell Mon, 09/30/2024 - 13:17 K-12 Schools Clark Nexsen interior designers Anna Claire Beethoven and Brittney Just, CID, IIDA, LEED Green Associate, share why it is imperative to specify healthy building materials in K-12 schools.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Painting/finishing Building Materials Green Building 98

Construction Enquirer

MAY 23, 2023

Through its two manufacturing facilities in Telford, Besblock currently produces around 1.7 million m² building blocks per year, equating to approximately 250,000 tonnes. Its Star Performer cellular block uses recycled aggregates and 24 % less material than a solid block.

Renewable Energy Systems 236

Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Energy Efficiency 236

Wolgast Corporation

OCTOBER 28, 2024

What would they choose to do to effectively save money and time without sacrificing quality or building longevity? We are currently working on a building for Chippewa Nature Center that our Architect, Neil Frank, resourcefully designed using materials that would save time and money.

Building Materials Manufacturing 109

Building Materials Manufacturing Carpentry Building Controls Controls Manufacturing 109

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DECEMBER 21, 2023

Buildertrend Purchasing, a new exclusive rebates program, empowers builders to grow their bottom line and focus on what they do best: building and growing their businesses. We look forward to working together to provide builders with an unprecedented level of efficiency, cost savings and access to high-quality materials.

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Collaboration Building Products Distribution Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials 263

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MAY 19, 2023

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, May 16, 2023 — Solidia Technologies , a leading provider of decarbonization technologies and sustainable, high-performance construction and building material solutions, has announced its first concrete products manufacturing plant.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Building Products Distribution Curing Building Materials 130

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JANUARY 10, 2024

According to Autodesk, the project will be built at about half the cost, time, and carbon footprint of a typical multifamily building in the San Francisco Bay Area. For instance, with Forma’s Rapid Noise Analysis, MBH tested the impact of noise from highway traffic on different building configurations.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Modular Construction Building Design 264

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JUNE 2, 2023

But as it turns out, there may be bigger opportunities for the polystyrene foam to benefit our daily lives—and it comes in the form of building homes. Vero Building Systems , a building materials manufacturing company, has begun production of its lightweight structural concrete insulated panels (SCIP).

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Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials Manufacturing Fire Protection Systems Building Resilience 238

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 25, 2024

“This code change will benefit stakeholders across the residential design and construction spectrum by improving the quality of materials and workmanship for post-tensioned slab-on-ground floors,” said Tim Christle, Executive Vice President for PTI. Higher quality installation and stressing of PT materials by PTI-certified field personnel.

Building Codes 263

Building Codes Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems Structural Systems 263

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Provides Guidance on Selecting and Installing IRVING, Texas – The Plastics Pipe Institute’s Building & Construction Division has published a major revision of PPI TN-55 “Plastic Piping Materials for Ground Source Geothermal Heating and Cooling Applications”. According to Lance MacNevin, P.

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Piping Installation Building Materials Manufacturing Building Codes Building Materials 130

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JULY 18, 2023

Eco Material Technologies , a Utah-based producer of sustainable cement alternatives, and Hive 3D , a Texas-based automated construction company, have partnered to build five vacation rentals in Round Top. To replace traditional cement, Eco Material uses fly ash and other pozzolanic materials.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Green Building Building Resilience 246

Building Radar

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Architects play a pivotal role in determining which building products make it to their designs in the construction. Understanding what architects prioritize when selecting building product manufacturers is essential for manufacturers aiming to secure a spot in their projects. Key Factors Architects Consider 1.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Materials Building Standards 52

PC Construction

OCTOBER 11, 2024

PC completed an addition to Weidmann’s existing manufacturing facility 12 years ago with all the same key partners. PC completed an addition to Weidmann’s existing manufacturing facility 12 years ago with all the same key partners.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Painting/finishing Engineering 82

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JANUARY 22, 2024

Once that powder is added during concrete manufacturing, the minerals then pull CO2 from the air into the concrete, where it’s mineralized and stored. Photo courtesy Carbon Limit What happens to the mineralized CO2 if the building gets torn down or the road gets torn up? The concrete becomes a carbon capture solution.

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Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Controls Manufacturing 263

Building Radar

JULY 16, 2024

The demand for high-quality materials is essential for ensuring durability, safety, and efficiency in building projects. This article delves into the leading manufacturers of construction materials globally, highlighting their contributions and impact on the industry. Key Players in the Construction Materials Industry 1.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Building Products Distribution Building Materials Procurement 52

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JULY 13, 2023

As a manufacturer of structural carbon-negative building materials, Plantd provides a seamless switch for homebuilders currently using Oriented Strand Board (OSB). With material shortages still affecting the market, builders are looking for ways to diversify their supply chain with a reliable and consistent product.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Automation Structural Systems Electrical Systems 246

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MARCH 7, 2024

CLEVELAND, OHIO – www.mbma.com: The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) creates free, downloadable resources for architectural students and their professors at MBMAeducation.org/resources/. It includes: Exclusive interviews with the architect, metal building manufacturer and construction team.

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Architecture Building Materials Manufacturing Building Codes Building Design 130

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JULY 25, 2023

[Åshammar, Sweden] Swedish premium fastener manufacturer BUMAX has been selected to provide fasteners to be used in machines for ultrasonic metal welding. Extreme levels of vibration Schunk Sonosystems is a global leader in developing and building machines for ultrasonic metal welding – such as their industry-leading flexure sonotrode.

Building Materials Manufacturing 245

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Building Standards 245

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APRIL 28, 2023

Wagners CFT, an international manufacturer of composite fiber materials, announces their products can now be used in the construction of Florida marine and pedestrian structures. Learn more about the other applications of Wagners CFT’s materials at wagnerscft.com.

Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Building Materials Manufacturing Steel Fabrication Structural Systems Building Materials 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

CLEVELAND, OHIO – www.mbma.com: The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) has added to its a library of free, downloadable resources for architectural students and their professors with its newest publication, “The Milne Center for Ocean Science and Conservation.”

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Architecture Energy Conservation Building Materials Manufacturing Building Design 130

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JUNE 29, 2023

(San Francisco, June 6, 2023) – Kaynemaile , a leading global designer and manufacturer of architectural mesh for commercial, residential, and public buildings, today announces a major shift from fossil-based raw materials to biomass content. Makrolon® has been a consistent material solution for Kaynemaile for 20 years.

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Sustainability Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Architecture 130

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FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Don’t Burn Straw—Build With It qpurcell Tue, 02/06/2024 - 09:50 After harvesting their rice and wheat crops, many farmers across the globe burn the straw that’s left on their fields. The company gathers straw that otherwise would go up in harmful flames and turns it into building boards. The manufacturing process doesn’t require water.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Sustainability Painting/finishing 264

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APRIL 11, 2024

Read more Sustainability Environmental Building Materials Sustainability Gilliam said there is a strong demand for higher blends that reduce carbon by 40-50%, and for a pure product the company makes, which has 70% lower carbon. The first large sacks are scheduled to move out the door of the Redding plant the first week of May.

Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Sustainability 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 12, 2023

Kaynemaile , a leading global designer and manufacturer of architectural mesh for commercial, residential, and public buildings, today announces a major shift from fossil-based raw materials to biomass content. Makrolon® has been a consistent material solution for Kaynemaile for 20 years.

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Sustainability Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Architecture 130

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MAY 22, 2023

Swedish design and technology company STILFOLD – the parent company of electromobility startup STILRIDE – has been granted its first patent right for its innovative “industrial origami” manufacturing technology. The potential applications for STILFOLD are diverse and include aerospace, transportation and architecture.

Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Building Design Sustainability 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 19, 2023

CLEVELAND, OHIO – www.mbma.com: The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) is pleased to welcome two new companies to its membership ranks. Ascent Buildings, LLC joins as a Building Systems member, and RMG Erectors & Constructors, LLC is a new Associate member.

Building Materials Manufacturing 100

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Codes Building Materials Building Standards 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 11, 2023

CLEVELAND, OHIO – MBMA.com : The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) has announced its 2024 board of directors. 2023 was a good year for the metal building community and I am looking forward to an even better 2024. Metal building systems account for nearly 30% of all low-rise commercial construction in the U.S.,

Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems Building Design Building Materials 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Building operations are responsible for 27 percent of the world’s CO2 emissions per year, with an additional 13 percent coming from embodied carbon within construction materials. To help reduce this outsized embodied carbon footprint, AEC firms can utilize material selection and data.

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Steel Fabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Structural Systems 147

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Dvele , a manufacturer of high-tech prefabricated homes, is working to help solve the housing crisis by upping its production of Self-Powered homes with two new foundries. Dvele is building the new plants, one in Monterrey, Mexico, and the other in the US at a location to be announced.

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Building Automation Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency 242