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Dr. Wei-Wen Wu
Obituary

Cold-Formed Steel Pioneer Dr. Wei-Wen Yu Dies at 102

Renowned engineer, educator and author leaves a lasting legacy through decades of research, standards development and industry mentorship
W&C Staff
June 9, 2026
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Cold-formed steel pioneer Dr. Wei-Wen Yu, whose research and leadership helped shape modern steel design, died June 2 at age 102.


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Association News

Polyglass Joins Polyiso Insulation Trade Group

Company approved as a member of the Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association
W&C Staff
June 9, 2026
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Polyglass U.S.A. has joined the Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association, expanding the trade group's roster of North American polyiso insulation manufacturers.


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OSHA Opens Investigation Into Fatal Okan Tower Column Collapse

Worker was killed and several others injured after a structural column fell at the 902-foot project in downtown Miami
W&C Staff
June 9, 2026
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A worker died and several others were injured after a structural column collapsed during construction of Miami’s Okan Tower.


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Rendering of Vancouver's Freedom Mobile Arch amphitheater showing a large crowd beneath the sweeping mass-timber roof with mountains visible beyond the stage.
Project Profile

Mass Timber Takes Center Stage at Vancouver's New Amphitheater

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
Bryan Gottlieb, managing editor of Roofing Contractor
Bryan Gottlieb
June 9, 2026
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Vancouver's new amphitheater highlights how mass timber fabrication, engineering and installation are expanding into large-scale civic and assembly projects.


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A Jobs Graph for May 2026 from ABC

Nonresidential Construction Adds 15,700 Jobs in May

Nonresidential construction gained 15,700 jobs in May as demand and public projects drive hiring.
W&C Staff
June 9, 2026
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Construction hiring remained strong in May, led by specialty trades and nonresidential growth.


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ICE Stucco Repair Changes Name to Monterra Stucco

Houston stucco specialist ICE Stucco Repair rebrands as Monterra Stucco with same team.
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John Wyatt
June 8, 2026
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ICE Stucco Repair becomes Monterra Stucco, aligning its brand with premium home expertise.


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Saint-Gobain Completes HKO Insulation Business Sale

Saint-Gobain closes sale of HKO and Deltec insulation textile units to DUBAG Group fund.
W&C Staff
June 8, 2026
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Saint-Gobain completes HKO sale, transferring insulation textile operations to DUBAG.


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Giving Back

Poettker Construction Awards Grants and Scholarships through NextGen

Poettker Construction Company has awarded six grants and four scholarships to local schools and students through its NextGen program
W&C Staff
June 7, 2026
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Poettker Construction Company has awarded six grants and four scholarships to local schools and students through its NextGen program. 


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Lawrence Group Names Elizabeth Baumgartner Director

The firm hires Elizabeth Baumgartner to lead procurement and drive operational growth.
W&C Staff
June 7, 2026
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In her new role, she will oversee Lawrence Group's furniture procurement service line, focusing on operational excellence, client engagement and team leadership.



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Virginia Tech Tests Wool as Green Insulation

Researchers study whether sheep's wool can rival fiberglass as sustainable insulation.
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John Wyatt
June 7, 2026
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Could sheep's wool replace fiberglass? Virginia Tech researchers are putting it to the test.


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