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Every day, people live and work in buildings solidified by concrete foundations without recognizing the potential that material has in not only creating a more sustainable industry, but a more sustainable world.

Construction and additions to hospitals typically face several unique challenges. Tight project schedules, no space for waste and debris, and patient and staff occupancy can make it difficult to use typical field-built construction techniques. As a result, prefabrication is becoming a smarter form of construction for building enclosures used on hospitals and medical centers across the country.

As the AEC community looks to achieve ever more energy efficient buildings, Owens Corning is introducing a solution to improve thermal performance, increase energy efficiency and minimize performance loss in the event of moisture exposure.

In my opinion, and from my research, there are five trends which show the industry is in a state of turmoil.

Nuron introduces state-of-the-art technologies to reinvent how construction professionals work daily on jobsites, tackle health and safety challenges, and manage their businesses, giving them the power and confidence of being safer, smarter, and more efficient. 

A few months ago I received a phone call that some would call a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. 

In 2017, Charleston Building and Development, a family-owned firm since 1998, broke ground on a six-unit custom row house residence located within walking distance of Naperville’s vibrant hub.

While ladders excel in these areas, ladders and scaffolds continue to lag in one major, and potentially costly, area: safety.

As building code requirements continue to get more stringent, choosing the right cement board can be a key decision for the success of your project. The PermaBASE® family of cement board products provides excellent performance for both interior and exterior projects during installation and finishing and continues to perform long-term. This saves you time and money, reduces callbacks, and can be a game changer for your business.