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Construction Robots Advance Frankfurt Office Build

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Autonomous drilling robots improve safety, precision and productivity on a major office build.

Lawrence Group Completes ARC Specialty Clinic

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:28 -0400

New Austin specialty clinic expands access to primary, specialty and surgical care services.

Third Screen AI Habit Gives Contractors an Edge

brandon@autobahnconsultants.com (Brandon Pipkin) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:45:00 -0400

Contractors who make AI a daily habit today may gain an advantage rivals cannot easily match.

Historic Courthouse Restoration Begins on Cape Cod

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:49:00 -0400

Historic masonry, windows and woodwork restored in $7M Barnstable Courthouse project.

Specialty Gypsum Panels Expand Building Uses

Wed, 27 May 2026 10:39:10 -0400

Explore how specialty gypsum panels improve durability, acoustics, fire safety and design.

Healing Art Shapes Gold Coast Mental Health Hub

Thu, 21 May 2026 11:00:23 -0400

Custom healing art and durable design redefine secure mental healthcare in Gold Coast.

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.

Canadian Taper Builds Career, Mentors Next Trades

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Drywall finisher Kayla Beckett built a company, mentors students and promotes women in trades.

Lawrence Group Designs Tapville Austin Concept

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Tapville Social debuts Austin self-pour dining, rooftop events near UT and downtown corridor.

Shaping the Future of Steel Framing: Women Leading the Way

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:27 -0500

From seismic research to prefabrication leadership, these professionals are advancing cold-formed steel performance, standards and innovation across design, manufacturing and construction. BuildSteel salutes them.

Benjamin Scales: From Jobsite Tools to Courtroom Expertise

lewisl@bnpmedia.com (Lindsay Lewis) — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:45:00 -0500

When you meet Benjamin Scales, you quickly realize he’s not your typical building enclosure consultant. With more than 22 years of experience, Benjamin’s career has been a steady climb through nearly every corner of the industry.

Legal Support for Stucco Contractors Battling Homebuilder Liability Claims

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 09:39:00 -0500

As a stucco contractor, you take pride in your craft, but when shoddy construction practices by homebuilders cause damage, attorneys can help protect your reputation and secure rightful compensation.

'Green' on Paper, Underperforming in Reality: Why Buildings Still Miss Sustainability Targets

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Stalled demand, unclear returns, and weak measurement keep buildings off track, yet experts argue AI-driven optimization can close all three gaps at once.

JLG Marks Year of Growth in North America: New Facilities, Innovative Access Solutions and AUSA Anniversary

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:16:00 -0500

JLG highlights strategic progress and continued commitment to access industry leadership.

Balfour Beatty’s Federal Fraud Conviction: How a $65 Million Penalty Exposed Failures in Military Housing Oversight

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 09:20:00 -0500

Balfour Beatty’s guilty plea to federal fraud and its $65 million penalty reveal a pattern of deception in military housing that continues to raise urgent questions about accountability and public trust.

JLG Invests in the Future of Skilled Trades: Building Talent, Growing Communities and Upskilling Craft Professionals

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 09:45:00 -0500

JLG is rebuilding the trades from the ground up.

SFIA Announces its 2025 Excellence Awards

allen@steelframing.org (Don Allen P.E., S.E., LEED A.P.) — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:55:28 -0500

The Steel Framing Industry Association announces the 2025 SFIA Award winners—projects that showcase exceptional innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainable design in cold-formed steel construction.

Glass Mat Gypsum Sheathing for Exterior Residential Use

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

A resilient, code-compliant option for contemporary homes.

METALCON Delivers Inspiration, Insight & Industry Growth in Las Vegas

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) — Sat, 15 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

METALCON 2025 brought together global metal construction professionals for three days of education, innovation, and industry collaboration.

Cost-Conscious Design, Uncompromised Aesthetics: Mimicking Precast with EIFS

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

A case study in how EIFS can empower architects to meet aesthetic goals, budget constraints, and sustainability targets without compromise.

A Legacy of Partnership: FL Crane & Sons and GMS Build the Future Together

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0400

For decades, FL Crane & Sons has relied on GMS as a trusted partner, forging a relationship built on service, reliability, and shared commitment to excellence across the South.

EIFS Brings Kaleidoscopic Vision to Life at Kaleideum Children’s Museum

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

EIMA profiles the strength of EIFS in facilitating imaginative designs without compromising performance or longevity.

Designing a Dream: How One Building Science Expert Built a Climate-Resilient Home in the Arizona Desert

jwigboldy@trufast.com (Jason Wigboldy) — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:00:34 -0400

Smart building envelope design and the right fastening approach made this desert home efficient and resilient.

84 Lumber Highlights Career Paths That Build More Than Buildings

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0400

October is Careers in Construction Month – a month-long celebration of the rewarding and well-compensated career paths available in the building trades industry.

Redefining Form, Performance and Sustainability with EIFS on a Mountain Retreat

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:30:00 -0400

BLOK is more than a mountain retreat; it is proof of the transformative role EIFS plays in contemporary architecture. By addressing the challenges of site, climate, and design ambition, EIFS enabled a structure that unites sculptural creativity with high-performance building science.

Desert Sage Wall Systems Expands with Prefabricated Wall Panels as Construction Booms in the Northwest

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 13:11:00 -0400

Idaho-based Desert Sage Wall Systems is embracing prefabrication technology and tackling larger projects while continuing its 34-year legacy as a trusted plastering and EIFS contractor.

Wall Panels from Bryer Contribute to Seattle’s "Living Building" Pilot Program

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 11:39:00 -0400

35 Stone is a five-story mass timber office and retail building in Seattle’s Lake Union area, designed under the city’s Living Building Pilot Program to showcase sustainable design with rainwater harvesting, reduced energy use, and environmentally conscious materials, including custom metal panels.

The Built Companies: Redefining Construction with a Seamless Multi-Trade Model

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 13:11:21 -0400

With decades of experience and an innovative turnkey system, The Built Companies is transforming the way projects are delivered—streamlining workflows, boosting efficiency, and setting a higher bar for quality and sustainability.

KAI Celebrates Latest Renovation of St. Louis Area YMCA Facilities with Completion of Chesterfield YMCA

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 14:25:46 -0400

KAI has completed a $9 million renovation and expansion of the Chesterfield YMCA as part of the Gateway Region $59 million improvement plan, modernizing facilities to better serve the growing community with new fitness, wellness, and community spaces.

Wall Systems Elevate La Nube’s Award-Winning Design in El Paso

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 12:45:35 -0400

The La Nube STEAM Discovery Center in El Paso showcases how ATAS wall systems shaped a cloud-inspired landmark that fosters creativity, learning, and civic pride.