Tag: construction industry

Construction Industry Only Adds 2,000 Jobs in July
(08/05/2025)
The construction industry added 2,000 jobs in July, 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 Heat Is On
(12/15/2023)
Thermal bridging describes places on a building’s facade system where there is unhindered conduction of heat from the inside to the outside and vice versa.
Improving Results Starts With…
(12/15/2023)
It is always a good time to reflect on your personal and business performance, effectiveness, and results. In other words, how was your year? Did you accomplish what you set out to achieve?
Ready for My Closeout
(10/22/2023)
Project closeout is the final stage of the construction process. In this stage, a building project is turned over to the owner(s) while the contractor wraps up the project. MCN sat down with Keith...

This Month’s Features

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....
Enhanced Durability of Open-Joint Metal Cladding in Rainscreens

Open-joint metal cladding systems are commonly used in contemporary building design, offering a sleek, modern aesthetic. While visually pleasing, they also fulfil critical control...
Painted Coatings, Anodize Finishes, and Custom Options for Aluminum

Painted coatings, anodize finishes, and specialty options protect the aluminum and enhance its material properties, while adding visual appeal. When these finishes are applied...
Why Ice Damming is a Thermal Failure (Not Just a Leak)

In auditing performance data across 1.2 million sf of industrial roofing this past year, our team identified a recurring trend: Post-storm moisture intrusion is...