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Diversified Fall Protection, the largest turnkey fall protection integrator in the U.S. for regulatory-driven systems and services, announced the appointment of Travis Nelson, PE, CSP, as the company’s new CEO.

Product focus on lasers.

EagleView announced Nov. 14 the launch of EagleView Developer, a new portal providing a single point of access for the company’s APIs and developer resources. The portal will help developers to more easily utilize EagleView’s extensive and unrivaled geospatial intelligence and analytics solutions.

Another March 19 is coming, and with it, another opportunity to celebrate the efficacy and convenience of automatic doors that enhance daily access to a multitude of venues. The American Association of Automatic Door Manufacturers sets aside March 19 to observe National Automatic Door Day.

Simpson Strong-Tie will feature new and innovative fasteners, tools and technology solutions during the International Builders’ Show on Feb. 27–29 in Las Vegas. In addition, the booth will include a full demo station for attendees to experience and test products in a hands-on environment.

National Ladder Safety Month is observed next month, as it is every March. Begun by the American Ladder Safety Institute, the event raises awareness about ladder safety and encourages employers and their workers to engage in annual ladder safety training.

Simpson Strong-Tie and PEG, an innovator in residential construction engineering and energy, will showcase LotSpec software at Simpson Strong-Tie’s booth during the International Builders’ Show on Feb. 27-29 in Las Vegas. LotSpec is an innovative program that helps production builders manage options while ensuring efficiency and accuracy.

James Hardie has partnered with Hover to launch Hover Design Studio on James Hardie’s website, empowering homeowners to design exterior projects effortlessly.

Owens Corning agreed to acquire Masonite International Corporation for $3.9 billion, expanding its residential building materials and product offerings.

The Power Tool Institute, the leading organization for power tool safety resources, information and education, announced the launch of its new online safety video designed to help users better understand the safe way to use miter saws.