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2019 General Forecast for the Construction Business

January 8, 2019

The coming year promises a robust business operating environment, with a growing economy. But economists are starting to see early signs of an eventual correction.

New Medical Building Achieves LEED Certification

January 8, 2019

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The Oakland, California-based health care company, Kaiser Permanente, recently commissioned HMC Architects to design a medical office facility that would meet the demanding standards for LEED Platinum certification.

Pre-Blended Stucco Brings Entertainment Attractions to Life

January 8, 2019

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Durable, realistic, and artistic, more and more people are turning to pre-blended stucco for major projects.

An Ambitious Restoration 120 Years in the Making

Saving the Bradford County Courthouse

January 7, 2019

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The Bradford County Courthouse is the epitome of a challenging historic restoration, and how tricky is can be to find the right building material

January 2019 Product Focus: Fireproofing / Firestopping

January 7, 2019

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The January 2019 Product Focus features firestopping and fireproofing products, including foam strips, systems for drywall applications, and more.

Wood-Based Sheathing for Stucco Cladding

Stucco doesn’t crack; breaking is a common misconception about a well-used coating.

January 6, 2019

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Stucco is an attractive, durable and low maintenance exterior wall finish.

A Face Changer of Island Real Estate

Bringing investments and renovation back to the seaside.

John Higgins

January 5, 2019

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For millions of Americans living on the mainland, the incredible beauty and unbeatable tropical weather of the Hawaiian Islands place this gem on many people’s bucket list of must-see destinations.

The Wonder Woman of Insulation Installation

January 4, 2019

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A mother, wife, volunteer, go-getter, and co-founder of a thriving business, Pamela Toledo really does do it all.

Metal Panels Save Wisconsin Home’s Roof after Slate Failure

January 1, 2019

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When a slate roof on an impressive residence in Sheboygan, Wis., failed after only six years, it was Petersen’s Redi-Roof panels that came to the rescue.

Studco's Vortex Framing System Reduces Creaking in Tall Buildings

Studco developed a high-performance framing system to mitigate creaking sound in tall buildings.

December 14, 2018

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Tall buildings, much like tall trees, sway in windy conditions, says Studco Building Systems. This is caused by a phenomenon known as vortex shedding.