Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) will host its 35th annual National Craft Championships during its ABC Convention 2024 in Kissimmee, Fla., March 14. Craft professionals in trades including sheet metal, structural welding, carpentry, electrical,...
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The not seasonally adjusted (NSA) national construction unemployment rate, at 4.4 percent, was unchanged in December from 2022, according to a state-by-state analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data released by Associated Builders...
The construction industry had 449,000 job openings in December, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS)....
The construction industry added 17,000 jobs in December, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has...
The construction industry had 459,000 job openings in November, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS)....
For the first time, Georgia was named the top state for construction in Associated Builders and Contractors’ (ABC) annual Merit Shop Scorecard. The scorecard, released yearly since 2015, ranks all 50 states and the...
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....