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Allegion Falcon B Series Cylindrical Lock
The B Series medium-duty lever lock offers tough, reliable performance and is ideal for new construction projects in retail, industrial, multi-family, government and military applications.
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Commercial Construction Sends Dodge Momentum Index Higher in December
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November Nonresidential Building Strength Outweighed by Declines in Other Construction Activity
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Material Shortages Significant Issue for Construction Contractors During Pandemic
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Dodge Momentum Index Steps Lower in November As US Economy Struggles
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Powering Up the Commercial Door
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Welcome to Safe & Secure Openings
Safesecureopenings.com is an all-new website by AC Business Media—the producers of the annual DHI conNextions conference and tradeshow and ForConstructionsPros.com
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DHI conNextions 2021 is expected to return to an in-person show! Stay up-to-date on the latest topics for the non-residential door and hardware industry.
Construction / Design
New Distributor Announcement – ASI Doors & Architectural Materials Inc
ASI and Architectural Materials Inc announce a partnership that helps improve the service to their shared customers.
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Construction Backlog Rebounds in October Along with Contractor Optimism
Construction backlog was down in October from the same time one year ago but up for the month, indicating a level of industry stability.
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Dodge 2021 Outlook Predicts Slow, Uneven Recovery in 2021
2020 Outlook report predicts that total U.S.construction starts will increase only 4% in 2021 to to $771 billion.
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Big Gain in September Residential Construction Spending Offsets Nonresidential Drop
The total value of construction put in place edged up for a fourth month of U.S. construction expansions carried by residential expansion
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Blue Collar Job Growth Remains Sluggish in September with Only Modest Uptick
Employment in construction, manufacturing, and mining and logging rose by 93,000 jobs in September, or just 0.47%.
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Current Economic Recovery Could Be Short Lived
"The tail end of 2020 and the early stages of 2021 could represent a challenging period for many contractors,” says ABC's Anirban Basu.
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Construction Suffers Project Cancellations, Employment Declines as Pandemic Pain Continues
AGC survey finds construction firms are experiencing both project deferrals and cancellations and employment declines in the face of economic damage from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Construction Suffers Project Cancellations, Employment Declines as Pandemic Pain Continues
AGC survey finds construction firms are experiencing both project deferrals and cancellations and employment declines in the face of economic damage from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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[NEWS TRACKER] Economists Not Optimistic for Nonresidential Construction Outlook
ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu says trajectory of nonresidential construction spending does not appear bright and AGC says demand will likely stagnate without new federal infusion.
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Construction Backlog Declines But Optimism Remains
ABC's Construction Backlog Indicator fell to 7.5 months in September, a decline of 0.5 compared to August.
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Construction Adds 26,000 Jobs in September, Continuing Five-month Gain
The construction industry has added 689,000 jobs over the last five months, recovering approximately 64% of the jobs lost since the start of the pandemic.
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Nonresidential Construction Spending Fell Slightly in August, Says ABC
National nonresidential construction spending fell 0.1% in August for a total of $814.3 billion for the month.
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Dodge Momentum Index Continues Slow But Steady Upward Progress in September
The Momentum Index rose 3.7% in September and has gained 2.2% over the previous three months.
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Construction Continues to Recover Jobs Since the Start of the Pandemic
With 26,000 jobs added in September, the construction industry has recovered approximately 64% of the jobs lost since the start of the pandemic.
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Residential Lifts August Construction Spending Over Declining Nonresidential Outlays
The total value of US construction put in place rose 1.4% in August on the strength of a substantial jump in spending on single-family housing, while big nonresidential sectors such as power, commercial, office and transportation sank
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Large Projects Fuel Solid Gains in Construction Starts in August
Total construction starts rose 19% in August with gains seen in all three major building sectors.
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Dodge Momentum Index Edges Up Again in August
August increase is the second consecutive rise and a further sign the construction sector continues to post a modest recovery.
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Construction Industry Has Recovered 60% of Jobs Lost in Early 2020
Over the last four months, the industry added 658,000 jobs, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.
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FireSlide Sliding Door System
FireSlide sliding door system allows for the ability to select your choice of finishes including a variety of wood species with a range of laminate and natural veneer options.
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Uneven Job Growth in Construction and Manufacturing Reflects Chaotic State Coronavirus Policies
Inconsistent pattern of blue collar job growth in July, particularly in construction and manufacturing, reflects the patchwork of state pandemic control policies.
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Engineering and Construction Costs Continue to Contract in August, IHS Markit Says
The materials and equipment sub-index recorded the sixth consecutive month of falling prices, with survey respondents reporting falling prices for eight out of the 12 components.
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The COVID-19 Conundrum: Money is Available for New Construction Projects, but Few are Breaking Ground
While financing is available for the right projects, owners and developers aren't so eager to take a risk on ground-up construction during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Nonresidential Construction Spending Falls 1% in July
Spending in 10 of 16 nonresidential subcategories was down on a monthly basis.
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How General Contractors Choose the Winning Sub
Familiarize yourself with the buy-out process many project managers go through and use these steps to make you the most desirable subcontractor for a job
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ASSA ABLOY Launches New Smooth Grain Door
New product provides the look of wood with the strength of steel to bring aspects of home to commercial spaces
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While Building Starts Rise, Nonbuilding Starts Plunge Lower in July
Total construction starts fell 7% in July due to a significant pullback in the nonbuilding segment.
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Are Door Handles a Thing of the Past?
"Wave to Open" design encourages less contact with door handles post COVID-19 pandemic.
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ABC Reports Monthly Construction Input Prices Rise Again in July
“The global and national economies have been coming back to life despite the lingering pandemic, helping to push construction materials prices higher,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu.
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LenelS2 Provides Touchless Access Solutions
Touchless access allows building occupants to eliminate a significant number of access tough points.
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Dodge Momentum Index Moves Higher for the First Time in 2020
Index moved 3.4% higher in July for the first in all of 2020.
Codes / Standards
After 30 Years, Schools are Not ADA Compliant
About 70% of school districts have plans to improve the accessibility of their facilities in the next three years.