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SOPREMA U.S. CEO Transition Takes Effect July 1

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Greg Morgan officially becomes SOPREMA U.S. CEO, advancing growth, operations and customer success.

Dear Anna: 6 Marketing Metrics Every Roofing Contractor Needs

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:35:01 -0400

Track the six marketing metrics that improve lead quality, sales, and long-term roofing growth.

Rescue Teams Race Against Time in Venezuela After Devastating Twin Earthquakes

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Twin earthquakes kill over 1,450 in Venezuela. International rescue teams, including U.S. personnel, search collapsed buildings as the humanitarian crisis deepens.

Integrate Adds Two Construction Leaders

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:26:00 -0400

Integrate strengthens its leadership team with the addition of a project manager and superintendent.

Woodpecker Damage Surges as EIFS Subcontractors Fight Back

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:00:22 -0400

Northern flickers are causing costly siding damage, prompting new solutions from manufacturers.

ServiceTitan Max Boosts Contractor Performance

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

New data shows Max helps contractors book more calls, close more jobs and streamline operations with AI.

ABC Urges Full Repeal of Davis-Bacon Rule Changes

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

ABC says DOL's move is progress but calls for full repeal of Biden-era Davis-Bacon regulations.

Kingspan Sustainability Report Signals Building Shift

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

New sustainability data reveals how roofing and enclosure systems are advancing decarb goals.

TYPAR Expands Colorado Reach with WS Partnership

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:20:00 -0400

TYPAR grows its Colorado footprint through an expanded partnership with WS Building Materials.

ACA Launches Inaugural Blended Cement Awards Program

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:17:00 -0400

New ACA awards recognize innovative projects advancing sustainable construction with cement.

METALCON Expands Design District for Architects

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:50:30 -0400

METALCON's 2026 Design District links industry trends to practical metal design decisions.

Build Trust That Wins More Contracts Now

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:36:24 -0400

On the “If Walls Could Talk” podcast, A-Squared Marketing CEO Anna Anderson talks about why referrals, certifications and media coverage remain critical trust signals today for contractors.

Safety Standards Must Hold Across Every Jobsite

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:50:38 -0400

Safety isn’t just compliance. By building consistent habits and quick risk checks into daily work, contractors can reduce incidents and keep crews protected without slowing production.

Employment Risks and Severance

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney explains what is entailed with terminating a problematic employee.

Nichiha Reflects on 70 Years of Cladding Success

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Global cladding leader celebrates 70 years while advancing wall system performance and design.

Westlake Royal Expands TruExterior Distribution

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:40:00 -0400

BlueLinx adds TruExterior siding and trim in key East Coast and Southeast distribution hubs.

RONPARCO Navigates Delays While Staying Selective

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Flavio Ronzani discusses delays, backlog stability and quality-driven growth at RONPARCO.

ABC Reports Construction Backlog Reaches Three-Year High

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:26:40 -0400

Construction backlog hit a near three-year high in May, driven by data center projects.

AIA Launches Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience Commitment

lewisl@bnpmedia.com (Lindsay Lewis) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The AIA has created a commitment framework to help architects better serve their communities by building resilience and disaster risk reduction into the design and planning of new construction and renovation projects.

Free Girls Construction Camps Return to Philly 2026

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:46:07 -0400

Philadelphia girls gain hands-on construction experience through free MyWIC summer camps.

Air, Vapor & WRB Barriers: Thermal Bridging 101, a Webinar from ABAA

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Air barriers, vapor barriers and water-resistive barriers are often treated as straightforward concepts, yet confusion persists throughout the construction industry.

Construction Material Prices Jump 2.6 Percent in May

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Construction material costs climbed in May, driven by energy, steel and copper price gains.

TLPCA Annual Convention Celebrates Industry Leaders

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:26:00 -0400

Association honors David Mouton, names first female president and highlights workforce efforts.

MBCI Marks 50 Years, Expands Commercial Metal Reach

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

MBCI is celebrating its 50th anniversary while expanding architectural panel offerings and project support capabilities through the integration of Metal Sales assets.

Lawrence Group Adds Three to Operations Team

lewisl@bnpmedia.com (Lindsay Lewis) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:12:05 -0400

New hires bring expertise in permitting, project coordination and procurement operations.

Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau Project of the Year Awards 2026

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

Top Northwest contractors earned honors at the 2026 Wall & Ceiling Conference in Las Vegas.

Ontario Wins 38 Medals at Skills Canada Nationals

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

Team Ontario captured 38 medals at Skills Canada 2026, highlighting skilled youth excellence.

Nonresidential Construction Adds 15,700 Jobs in May

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Construction hiring remained strong in May, led by specialty trades and nonresidential growth.

ICE Stucco Repair Changes Name to Monterra Stucco

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:00:00 -0400

ICE Stucco Repair becomes Monterra Stucco, aligning its brand with premium home expertise.

Lawrence Group Names Elizabeth Baumgartner Director

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In her new role, she will oversee Lawrence Group's furniture procurement service line, focusing on operational excellence, client engagement and team leadership.