MBCI is celebrating its 50th anniversary while expanding architectural panel offerings and project support capabilities through the integration of Metal Sales assets.
Construction input prices climbed 9.6% year over year in May, driven by rising energy costs and continued increases in steel, copper and other tariff-sensitive materials.
Construction material prices rose nearly 10% from a year ago as higher energy, steel and copper costs added pressure on contractors and project budgets.
The American Institute of Steel Construction is accepting entries for its 2027 IDEAS Awards, recognizing excellence in structural steel design and innovation.
The Freedom Mobile Arch combines glulam arches, CLT panels and steel supports to create a landmark public venue showcasing the potential of mass timber construction
Vancouver's new amphitheater highlights how mass timber fabrication, engineering and installation are expanding into large-scale civic and assembly projects.
From structural performance to installation efficiency, steel framing remains a critical component in modern wall and ceiling construction.
May 26, 2026
Steel framing continues to evolve with new technologies, improved performance standards, and growing demand across commercial and residential construction. This month, Walls & Ceilings highlights the trends, products, and project insights driving the future of steel framing.
This one-hour webinar covers the principles of fire resistance and acoustics, and the importance of balancing fire and sound performance in steel-framed construction.
This one-hour webinar covers the principles of fire resistance and acoustics, and the importance of balancing fire and sound performance in steel-framed construction.
The Supreme Court's 6–3 ruling invalidates the broad emergency tariffs the Trump administration imposed on imports from nearly all trading partners. For wall and ceiling contractors, the decision removes one major cost pressure — but Section 232 duties on steel and aluminum stay in place, and any pricing relief is likely to arrive slowly.