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KAI Build Partners with Target, ConstructReach to Educate Kansas City Youth About Careers in Construction

September 27, 2022

Kansas City students were given the unique opportunity on Sept. 20-21 to learn about careers in construction, plus gain hands-on experience contributing to a Target store remodel at the “I Built This!” event sponsored by ConstructReach, KAI Build, and Target.

Planning During a Pandemic: A Message for Manufacturers

Rod Haddock

January 10, 2022

In the wake of the pandemic, teams need to put their heads together, mobilize, get creative and activate a plan to not only keep business afloat, but to thrive and be well-positioned for the future.

Q&A: The Rise of Prices in Roofing Materials

Lindsay Lewis

August 25, 2021

Building Enclosure sits down with Jay Andreas, CEO of ASI Construction, to discuss the increase in construction materials and what this means for the construction industry.

FGIA Speaker Encourages Participation in Manufacturing Day

June 25, 2021

During the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance 2021 Virtual Summer Conference, participants were encouraged to open their doors to local communities in an active effort to grow their workforces in the midst of the current labor shortage.

FGIA Virtual Summer Conference Keynote Speaker Emphasizes Role of Demographics Research

June 23, 2021

Demographer Ken Gronbach spoke about the importance of the Millennial birth rate, China's population concerns, social justice and more during his keynote address at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance 2021 Virtual Summer Conference.

Rebuilding the Women Workforce and Rebuilding America Go Hand in Hand

Stephanie Kaslly

March 4, 2021

The workplace has been radically changed by the COVID-19 pandemic, creating a critical gap that must be addressed during America’s comeback: the mass exodus of women from the American workforce

ElevateHER Launches New Website

October 28, 2020

Zweig Group’s ElevateHER program launches new website dedicated to providing solutions to combat recruitment and retention issues while ensuring equal opportunities for everyone in the AEC industry.

VIDEO: Construction Changes and COVID-19

Lindsay Lewis

October 7, 2020

Join us as we discuss COVID-19 exposures on the jobsite and possible building code changes to come in the next few years due to the impact of the coronavirus

Modular Construction as a Post COVID-19 Design Alternative

Isaac-Daniel Astrachan

August 17, 2020

Because the modules are not constructed on-site, this method allows for quicker and more efficient work with less skilled labor

YKK AP Launches Research with Carnegie Mellon University

January 13, 2020

Explores the use of robotics and technologies in fenestration products installation to help address global labor and construction challenges.

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Applications and Requirements for Roofing Adhesives in Membrane and Insulation Attachments

This webinar will offer a look at how architects, contractors, and other specifiers can better understand the application and adhesive requirements for roller and spray application of bonding adhesives and primers for a variety of membrane attachment systems. In particular, it will look at the rising trend of PVC attachment membranes that reflect the larger needs of the built environment, which is now so focused on healthy and sustainable living.

Electronic Leak Detection Testing, Standards, Science, and Practical Application

This course will cover Electronic Leak Detection (ELD) testing methods used for quality assurance of roofing and waterproofing membranes. Participants will learn about the principles outlined in the ASTM Standard Guide D7877 and ASTM Standard Practice D8231 and will be able to identify which assemblies are compatible with electronic testing and active monitoring.

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