Technology

Corey Hill Named Controller at Telling Industries

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Former educator Corey Hill advances to Controller, leading Telling's accounting operations.

East Austin Mass Timber Project Opens Workbench

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:49:00 -0400

Workbench opens in East Austin, blending mass timber construction with sustainable design.

CSI Faces Growing Pushback Over New Standards Licensing Model

lewisl@bnpmedia.com (Lindsay Lewis) — Fri, 29 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400

The construction industry is facing mounting backlash over a controversial licensing and software initiative tied to the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) and its widely used classification systems, including MasterFormat, UniFormat and OmniClass.

NEST Supports SkillsUSA Facilithon Finalists

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

NEST funds student travel to SkillsUSA Facilithon finals, expanding FM career awareness.

Trump Expands Pell Grants for Workforce Training

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Thu, 21 May 2026 14:29:00 -0400

New Workforce Pell Grants could reshape career training and fast-track skilled worker hiring.

Bluebeam Launches AI-Powered Capabilities for AEC Teams

lewisl@bnpmedia.com (Lindsay Lewis) — Wed, 20 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Bluebeam announced that Bluebeam Max is now available to all customers globally, giving AEC teams the option to upgrade to a premium subscription that delivers AI-powered automation and next generation review tools.

Steel Spending Wave Supports Construction Jobs

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:54 -0400

Steel expansion drives construction activity.

Walbridge Named 2026 U.S. Best Managed Company Award

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Sat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Walbridge secured Gold Honoree status after six straight years as a U.S. Best Managed Company.

ABC: Construction Costs Up 6.2 Percent Since January 2026

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:07 -0400

Rising steel and energy costs may squeeze contractor margins and slow projects this year nationwide.

Steel Bridge Webinar Focuses on Infrastructure ROI

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Mon, 11 May 2026 10:46:00 -0400

AISI webinar explores steel bridge durability, Buy America policy and infrastructure funding needs.

QXO Maps TopBuild Growth, Tech Integration Plan

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Mon, 11 May 2026 10:25:00 -0400

QXO targets growth through TopBuild synergies, digital tools and bundled contractor services.

Nonunion Trades Shaped 2024 GOP Gains, Reports ABC

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Sat, 09 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

ABC/Harris Poll: nonunion crews dominate workforce and voter base; PLA mandates may limit bids and raise costs.

Boost Profits with AI Scheduling

Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

AI scheduling tools help contractors quickly adapt to delays, reduce idle time and hidden costs, and keep crews productive, safe and compliant.

Walbridge Builds Michigan’s Largest Data Center

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Gigawatt AI campus drives union work, prefab systems and high-performance builds in Michigan.

ABC: STEP Cuts Jobsite Incidents by 85 Percent Rate

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Mon, 04 May 2026 09:11:00 -0400

A report from the associated group ties STEP safety systems to major TRIR and DART reductions across construction.

Clearance Requirements for Gypsum Panels Near Floors and Grade

bfishel@gypsum.org (Brooke Fishel) — Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Gypsum panel clearance rules protect assemblies from moisture, damage and long-term performance risks.

Submit Now For W&C Top 50 Contractors 2026!

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:08:00 -0400

Enter W&C’s Top 50 Contractors; share history, team photos and data for the August feature.

Armstrong's Leader Earns STEP Ahead Honors 2026

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Armstrong World Industries Director of Energy Saving Ceilings earns national recognition for innovative contributions, exceptional leadership by the Manufacturing Institute, the workforce development and education arm of the National Association of Manufacturers. 

Women Who Build: NWCB’s Freeman is a Person Who Knows How to Run a Tight Industry Event

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:33:00 -0400

NWCB 2026 Seminars Target Field, Business Gaps

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:53:00 -0400

NWCB 2026 seminars in Las Vegas emphasize risk management, training tactics and labor challenges.

From Jobsite to Tech Powerhouse

dataAI@duckercarlisle.com (Fabien Cros) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Generative AI is reshaping construction—enabling lean teams to boost productivity, reduce costs, and finally adopt scalable technology long out of reach for the industry.

NWCB Hosts Exclusive Tour of Carpenters Training Center

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The bureau's 2026 event in Las Vegas pairs education with a hands-on training center tour.

JLG Outlines Autonomous Jobsite Model with Implications for Wall and Ceiling Trades

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

“From Access Equipment to Autonomous Work Systems” is now available on #DirectAccess.

Eagleview Launches AI Engine Powered by 25+ Years of Verified Property Intelligence

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Eagleview’s new Horizon platform combines AI agents with high-resolution property intelligence to help contractors, insurers and property managers identify opportunities, assess damage and prioritize projects faster.

BinMaster Promotes Scott Hudson to CEO Role

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:36:00 -0400

Leadership shift signals continued growth in sensing, IIoT, and inventory systems across sectors.

Construction Labor Gap Is a Pipeline Failure

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:25:00 -0400

Contractors face a 349K worker shortfall driven by weak entry-level pipelines, not hiring effort.

W&C Top Insulation Contractor Says Jobsite Safety Must Stay Constant

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:38:43 -0400

From start to finish, safety should never change with the job, says Top 25 Insulation Contractor.

Are AI Agents the Key to Never Missing a Lead?

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

With artificial intelligence built into search engines and social media alike, contractors need to know all their lead funnels are optimized.

Kingspan Insulated Panels North America Unveils Headquarters

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The renovated and expanded DeLand, Fla., facility showcases Kingspan’s Planet Passionate initiative in action through low-energy design, circularity strategies and Kingspan products used throughout the building.

Home Depot Supply Chain Advances Impact Project Delivery

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Improved logistics and delivery precision are influencing construction timelines, costs, and coordination across interior projects.