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EIMA’s first legislative fly-in will bring EIFS stakeholders to Capitol Hill to educate lawmakers on how policy decisions affect cladding, housing affordability, jobs, and workforce development.

The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) has announced the formation of a specialized work group to develop a Housing System Certification Program Standard, signaling a potential transformation in how residential construction is regulated nationwide. 

Case Engineering provided structural design for a tilt-up warehouse and two-story office addition at Reckitt Benckiser’s St. Peters, Mo., plant, including steel framing, snow-load reinforcement, and a highly visible 20-foot retaining wall.

Deal strengthens cladding presence amid industry consolidation.

For the first time in EIMA’s 40-plus year history, the 2026 Annual Meeting will take place in Washington, March 25-27, featuring a Capitol Hill fly-in, national-level speakers, and standout networking events.

The company has hired industry veteran Michael Griffin to lead its expansion into the EIFS and stucco markets across the Upper Midwest and has formed a strategic agreement with MasterWall to bring enhanced products and support to local customers.

The Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce recognized the metal fabricator for redeveloping a vacant facility and expanding local employment.

Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of BLS data found the national construction unemployment rate fell to 5 percent in December 2025, with 60 percent of states posting year-over-year improvement and all but five states remaining below 8 percent.

TYPAR, a Magnera Brand, will spotlight its latest advancements in building-envelope performance at the 2026 International Builders’ Show (IBS), Feb. 17–19 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla..