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Nonresidential Glass-Related Construction Positive at Mid-Year Point

The value of nonresidential architectural glass- and glazing-related construction remained higher in July compared to the previous year, according to Key Media & Research (KMR), a leading information provider to the glass industry. Glass and glazing activity in nonresidential building … Continue reading

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Glass and Glazing Activity Expands Year-Over-Year as Growth Slows

Spending in nonresidential architectural glass- and glazing-related construction remained higher in May compared to a year ago, though it shows signs of slower growth than in recent months. The value of nonresidential glass and glazing activity increased by 11% from … Continue reading

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AIA 2023: Software Promotes Sustainable Design, Improves Collaboration

Digitalization is changing the core fundamentals of how companies operate. The glass, glazing and metal industries have taken heed, as was highlighted at the American Institute of Architects Conference on Architecture 2023 (A’23) in San Francisco. The annual architecture Expo … Continue reading

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Legalization of Marijuana Creates Challenges for Construction, Manufacturing Companies

More states are legalizing the recreational use of marijuana, and it seems that companies are now seeing the impacts of such legislation, including those in the construction and manufacturing industries. According to the Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index, the rate … Continue reading

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Initiatives Seek to Give Women and Minorities a Safe Landing in Construction

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) aim to ensure that more women and minorities have equal opportunities. New initiatives by both agencies follow a damning report issued last week by EEOC chair … Continue reading

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