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SFA Funded Research Provides Solutions For New York Energy Code |
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The April 2010 issue of Framework Online presented the findings of a research project jointly funded by the Steel Framing Alliance (SFA) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to develop attachment methods for siding through as much as 4 inches of foam insulation. More |
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CFSEI Webinars Become Successful Technology Transfer Tool |
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Beginning at the end of last year, the leadership of the Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI) decided to offer technology transfer opportunities through web-based seminars where participants learn through online interactive elements. More |
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Congress Acts To Boost Multifamily Loan Authority |
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The Senate last week approved legislation that will ensure the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) will continue to have sufficient funds to finance multifamily mortgage insurance programs. More |
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Building Industry Prepares For CalGreen |
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NORTH BAY – The California Green Building Standards Code, or CalGreen, is set to be implemented in January 2011, and education for industry professionals is starting to ramp up. More |
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Commercial Contracts Make Up For Residential Building Slowdown |
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CENTRAL OHIO - A drop in new deals for residential construction wasn’t enough to offset a surge in commercial building activity, which sparked a 30 percent jump in the region’s construction pipeline last month, according to a new report. More |
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Financial Reform Act's Impact On Multifamily Borrowers Yet To Be Seen |
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The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, signed into law July 21, will undoubtedly impact commercial real estate lending. More |
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July 2010 Crude Steel Production |
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Brussels - World crude steel production for the 66 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 115 million metric tons (mmt) in July. This is 9.6% higher than July 2009. More |
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American Billings Index Bounces Back |
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After a two-month decline that fuelled fears of a double dip recession, the American Institute of Architects’ billings index has leapt up by two points. More |
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Home Builders: Beaten Down And Looking Up? |
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Sentiment surrounding home-builder stocks remains in the dumps, but some technicians and analysts are seeing glimmers of hope in the sector. More |
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E.P.A. Cracks Down On Cement Pollution |
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Monica Almeida/The New York Times The California Portland Cement Company’s plant in Colton, east of Los Angeles. More |
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SPIB Issues Cautionary Notice On Lumber Grading Values |
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The Southern Pine Inspection Bureau has received information that some pieces of lumber have tested lower than the values assigned to the visual grade which were developed through the “In-grade” Testing Program. More |
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