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Central Materials’ Cesar Guzman and Alejandro Barrera

Grupo Villago and Friends Apply EIFS

Texas-area contractors/supplier team up to build a highly durable and lasting EIFS project.

John Wyatt

November 2, 2023

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Texas-area contractors/supplier team up to build a highly durable and lasting EIFS project.

Atlas Announces Ken Roberts’ Appointment as President and Ken Farrish’s Retirement

October 23, 2023

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After 20 years of serving as president of Atlas Roofing Corporation, Ken Farrish has announced his retirement.

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Best Practices

The best way to do something may differ depending from person to person.

Mark Fowler

October 19, 2023

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The best way to do something may differ depending from person to person.

Technologies that Advance Safe Work at Height

New Features on MEWPs Improve the User Experience and Keeps Operators Safe.

Bob Begley

October 17, 2023

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Atlas Roofing Corporation Studio 804 LEED Platinum Residence

New LEED Platinum Build from Architecture Program

New 432 Indiana Street construction from Studio 804

October 13, 2023

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On Oct. 10, Atlas announced a new project with Studio 804, the architecture program at the University of Kansas. The sleek new build, featuring the Atlas EnergyShield polyiso insulation product, met LEED Platinum standards and is an architectural gem located in an established residential neighborhood in downtown Lawrence, Kansas.

Inspector in Name; Educator and Advocate in Practice

Why you should have a third party inspect your project’s exterior.

Rhondalyn Riley

October 12, 2023

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Why you should have a third party inspect your project’s exterior.

National Institute of Building Sciences to Host Housing Affordability Hearing

The Nov. 6 event will cover the state of housing affordability and solutions to bring down the cost of housing

October 11, 2023

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The National Institute of Building Sciences Consultative Council will hold a public hearing on Nov. 6 at the National Press Club to discuss the state of housing affordability for middle- and working-class Americans.

Why is Concrete Masonry Unit Construction Not More Common in America?

CMUs are rare in the U.S. but common in the rest of the world.

Mark Fowler

October 10, 2023

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The popularity of continuous insulation is now affecting CMU walls. Adding a layer of rigid foam over masonry and the cement plaster is NOT recommended. There is a perfect system designed for this and it is called exterior insulation finish systems. Ironically, in Europe, they are putting mineral wool into the cavity of red clay blocks so they can use adhered masonry veneer and keep the CI.

Tremco Acquires Wall System Fabrication Division of NOW Specialties LLC

Purchase helps solidify Tremco’s portfolio for all sides of the building envelope’s enclosure system

October 4, 2023

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Tremco CPG Inc. acquired the wall system fabrication division of NOW Specialties, LLC, specializing in metal composite material and aluminum composite material panels.

York Flashings Announces Meagan Elfert as Vice President

October 2, 2023

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York Flashings announced the promotion of Meagan Elfert, MBA, CDT, to the position of vice president. This promotion comes as a result of Elfert’s outstanding leadership and exceptional contributions to the organization.

Credits 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU

This course will explore the pivotal role architects and lighting design play in creating safer, more sustainable spaces. Learn how to avoid common lighting mistakes and make informed decisions that create the best visual environment for occupants.

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Grupo Villago and Friends Apply EIFS

Atlas Announces Ken Roberts’ Appointment as President and Ken Farrish’s Retirement

Best Practices

Technologies that Advance Safe Work at Height

New LEED Platinum Build from Architecture Program

Inspector in Name; Educator and Advocate in Practice

National Institute of Building Sciences to Host Housing Affordability Hearing

Why is Concrete Masonry Unit Construction Not More Common in America?

Tremco Acquires Wall System Fabrication Division of NOW Specialties LLC

York Flashings Announces Meagan Elfert as Vice President

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