You might describe precast concrete construction as “controlled efficiency.” While weather conditions, supply chain disruptions and labor availability can all threaten to throw a project off course, a Midwestern residence hall housing future artists demonstrates the efficiency precast concrete construction offers for enclosures that must meet stringent performance criteria, tight production schedules, and discerning occupants.

Construction is evolving. Volatility in building materials and the labor market are contributing towards rising costs and general uncertainty.

KYOCERA SENCO Industrial Tools has announced a major investment in its 500,000-square-foot Newtown, Ohio, facility for the construction of a new 32,000-square-foot addition and 8,000-square-foot renovation of existing space.

The owners of this luxury boutique property discovered a cost-effective sound reducing drywall solution with performance that exceeded expectations.

CLC Work Gear adds to its selection of proven high dexterity work gloves, releasing their new FlexGrip Series 363. This new line of work gloves is made with extra functionality, improved comfort, and are designed with a new modernized look. 

The end of summer is near. Time to pick up a superior sprayer that will join you for those indoor projects. 

Festool has announced it will launch two new products in October aimed at building greater efficiency into the jobsite – the MX-A dust-extraction attachment and the Systainer3 CENTROTEC Organizer.

Screwguns and drywall sanders and noise-reducing gypsum panels—oh my! W&C's round-up of some of the industry's latest drywall products and accessories. 

Envisivent is a mud-in flush mounted air return vent that blends seamlessly into walls and ceilings for a contemporary aesthetic. Designed to be installed during the drywall stage with a few easy steps – Mud, Tape, Sand, and Paint – and the air return vent now becomes part of your wall or ceiling.