Modular building concepts—also known as off-site construction—have been utilized for decades. However, the use of pre-fabrication and modular building techniques is increasingly common now.
The MILWAUKEE WRECKER Carbide SAWZALL blades offers a 6 TPI
design, which allows for cutting into a wide variety of materials from
clean wood to cast iron for quick demolition and remodeling work.
Over the years, the installation of MEP equipment within a wall cavity, backing installed over the face of framing members for the installation of cabinets or other heavy devices, hard-base trim and granite countertops and backsplashes, have created problems for finishing gypsum panels.
JLG Industries Inc. supports National Safety Month in June with new job site safety information on its #DirectAccess blog. Hosted by the National Safety Council, this year’s National Safety Month focuses on four key themes.
Builders are looking for alternative products and construction methods to reduce their reliance on wood and help mitigate material costs and supply-chain disruptions for wood-framed homes and other construction.
Women members throughout the U.S. and Canada play a key role in the United Brotherhood of Carpenters’ (UBC) success—in recruitment and mentoring, skills training, leadership development, political action and community involvement.