Construction Volunteers Team Up to Build Walls for Habitat for Humanity House in Ohio

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AGC Charities Inc., Kokosing and United Rentals teamed up to lead dozens of volunteers from across the country to assemble the walls for a new house being built by Habitat for Humanity Delaware and Union Counties. The volunteer workday at Kokosing’s campus in Westerville, Ohio involved cutting wood and assembling the various pieces into prefabricated walls that will be erected on land owned by Habitat for Humanity for a deserving family. The volunteers who participated in the charity project are all members of the Associated General Contractors of America. Many volunteers arrived early into the area to participate in the … Read more

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The Softwood Lumber Board 2024 Annual Report Now Available

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The Softwood Lumber Board has published its 2024 Annual Report, which details the organization’s impact generating more softwood lumber demand by expanding new and emerging markets and protecting existing markets. In 2024, the SLB continued to target investments across its key program areas of codes, communications, conversions and education through its funded programs, partnerships and initiatives. Key accomplishments include: Every $100 the SLB invests in programs leverages $96 in additional outside funding on average since 2021. The AWC’s 2027 IBC change priority would create $360,000 in savings per building, making wood construction more cost-competitive by reducing sealant/adhesive requirements when adopted. … Read more

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New ACI/PTI Code-320-25 on Post-Tensioned Concrete Available for Purchase

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The Post-Tensioning Institute, in partnership with the American Concrete Institute, has announced the digital release of ACI/PTI Code-320-25: Post-Tensioned Structural Concrete—Code Requirements and Commentary. Available now in PDF format through the PTI Bookstore, this new joint committee code sets forth the minimum requirements for the design, materials and detailing of post-tensioned concrete structures, offering convenient digital access to industry professionals ahead of the forthcoming print edition. Key benefits and features of ACI/PTI Code-320-25 include: Consensus-based standard: Developed with input from broad industry representation under a rigorous review Comprehensive scope: Addresses critical aspects of post-tensioned concrete—including material properties, design, detailing and … Read more

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Turner Construction Releases First Quarter 2025 Building Cost Index

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The First Quarter 2025 Turner Building Cost Index — which measures costs in the non-residential building construction market in the United States — had increased to the value of 1459. This represents a 1.18% quarterly increase from the Fourth Quarter 2024 and a 3.62% yearly increase from the First Quarter 2024. “The fundamentals of the construction market remain strong. Large projects in the advanced technology market continue to create upward pressure on specific material and equipment costs and on labor availability in some local markets. Our SourceBlue, preconstruction, and procurement teams are working with our project teams and clients to mitigate tariff … Read more

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Leopardo Expands Healthcare Business Development Team

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Bethanie Smith has joined Leopardo as director of business development for its national healthcare market. With more than 15 years of experience in the industry, Smith will play a key role in driving growth and expanding the company’s relationships in the healthcare and senior living markets on a national level. Smith joins the company from Ryan Fireprotection, where she successfully generated and nurtured leads, developed contract proposals and managed accounts for both prospective and existing clients. Smith’s expertise in business development, relationship-building and strategic consulting make her an invaluable addition to Leopardo’s growing team.

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