The construction industry had 413,000 job openings on the last day of January, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and...
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ABC launches comprehensive AI Resource Guide
(03/21/2024)
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) announced it launched an AI Resource Guide. The artificial intelligence technology guide for the construction community includes definitions and construction use cases and considerations. The guide is intended to...
Construction input prices increased 1 percent in January compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index (PPI) data....
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) announced that Stephanie Schmidt-Lehmann—2022 chair of the ABC board of directors and former president of Poole Anderson Construction, based in State College, Pa.—has been named executive vice-president of industry...
The not seasonally adjusted (NSA) national construction unemployment rate at 4.4 percent was unchanged in December from the previous year, according to a state-by-state analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data by Associated...
The construction industry added 11,000 jobs in January, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment...
This Month’s Features
Metal Doors are as Versatile as Metal Buildings
Due to their versatility, metal buildings are a popular option for projects that require a one or multiple large doors, allowing access for the...
Striking Metal Wall Exteriors with Aluminum Cladding and Battens
Metal walls are chosen for their durability, fire resistance, contemporary aesthetics, and eco-friendly qualities—especially compared to composite, fiber cement, wood, and vinyl.
The Role of Thermal Breaks in Rolling Steel Doors
Insulated rolling steel doors are a staple of commercial construction, providing strength, durability, and security while also helping control HVAC costs.
Metal Construction News 45th Annual Contractor Survey
To check the pulse of the industry, Metal Construction News once again heard from those in the field through our 45th annual Contractor Survey....