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Atlanta’s Ponce City Market

Prefab Wall System Delivers Speed, Sustainability, and Style at Atlanta’s Ponce City Market

The Scout Living project at Ponce City Market in Atlanta achieved its design and environmental goals ahead of schedule by replacing precast concrete with Sto’s lightweight prefabricated wall system.
Tim Salerno, Sto. Corp
Tim Salerno
November 13, 2025
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The Scout Living project at Ponce City Market in Atlanta achieved its design and environmental goals ahead of schedule by replacing precast concrete with Sto’s lightweight prefabricated wall system.
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Seismic Retrofitting

Architectural Beauty or Deadly Liability? Façades Spark Fierce Debate in Earthquake Safety

While earthquake preparedness often focuses on a building’s foundation, the real and often overlooked danger lies in aging or poorly anchored facades, urging property owners to invest in modern, discreet seismic retrofitting solutions that preserve architectural beauty while ensuring public safety and resilience.
Kyle Tourjé, Executive Vice President of Alpha Structural Inc.
Kyle Tourjé
November 11, 2025
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When we think of earthquake preparedness, we often visualize strengthening a building’s core foundation and frame, often overlooking the danger that hides in plain sight.
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How Contractors Are Answering the Call in Jamaica
Disaster Response

How Contractors Are Answering the Call in Jamaica

In the aftermath of a devastating hurricane, contractor Steve Slepcevic leads an on-the-ground relief effort in Jamaica—mobilizing contractors, rebuilding communities, and inspiring the industry to give back with heart and hammer.
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
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Strategic Response Partners - Disaster Management
Steve Slepcevic
November 5, 2025
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In the aftermath of a devastating hurricane, contractor Steve Slepcevic leads an on-the-ground relief effort in Jamaica—mobilizing contractors, rebuilding communities, and inspiring the industry to give back with heart and hammer.
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Enforcement Changes at ICE- What it Means for Roofing Contractors
Legal Insights

Enforcement Changes at ICE - What it Means for Contractors

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney weighs in on what these changes mean for contractors that are already dealing with increased enforcement and scrutiny
Trent Cotney
Trent Cotney
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
November 3, 2025
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The Trump Administration recently announced a shake-up at some offices of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that will have an impact on efforts to enforce immigration laws and step up deportations.
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The Home Depot’s Acquisition of GMS: What It Means for Contractors, Employees, and the Future of Distribution

The Home Depot’s Acquisition of GMS: What It Means for Contractors, Employees, and the Future of Distribution

The Home Depot’s acquisition of GMS, discussed by SRS CEO Dan Tinker and GMS CEO JT Turner, highlights a customer-first integration focused on growth, innovation, and expanded opportunities for contractors and employees.
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
October 30, 2025
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The Home Depot’s acquisition of GMS, discussed by SRS CEO Dan Tinker and GMS CEO JT Turner, highlights a customer-first integration focused on growth, innovation, and expanded opportunities for contractors and employees.


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The Steel Deal - Don Allen

How Data and Noncombustible Materials Can Drive a Safer, Sustainable Future

After devastating fires in California, industry leaders and the Steel Framing Industry Association are pushing for data-driven strategies to highlight the benefits of noncombustible steel framing and strengthen the case for resilient construction.
Don Allen, P.E., LEED A.P. is an internationally known expert in cold-formed steel design
Don Allen P.E., S.E., LEED A.P.
October 23, 2025
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After losing his home in the Pacific Palisades fires, Steven Crosby is rebuilding with steel—and joining industry leaders to push for data-driven, fire-resilient construction.
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