Housing & Construction

FrameSAFE Garners Positive Comments from Framers & Beyond

November 24, 2015

Since FrameSAFE first rolled out in March of this year, 23 NFC Professional Framer members and 12 Skilled Subcontractors have subscribed to the program. As this bilingual, OSHA-compliant safety program is being implemented across the country, the feedback has been very positive.

Lumber Yard to Component Sales: A Next Gen CM’s Focus on Paying It Forward

September 18, 2017

As SBCA focuses on the ongoing development of leaders, we will be introducing members of the emerging leaders committee through articles in Industry News and social media posts. Meet Justin Richardson of Richco Structures in Haven, Wisconsin.

New Guide Published for Raised Wood Floor Foundations

September 18, 2017

SFPA’s “Raised Wood Floor Foundations – Design & Construction Guide” is now available online.

California Assembly Passes Bills to Spur Housing Growth

September 18, 2017

A multi-bill package aimed at addressing California’s housing affordability crisis headed to Gov. Jerry Brown on Friday as lawmakers prepared to draw the curtain on the 2017 legislative year.

Hurricanes Causing Building Material Prices to Rise

September 18, 2017

Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, after delivering devastating floods and winds to parts of Texas and Florida, are forecast to re-emerge as a tropical depression on homeowner finances.

Video: Nevada CM Taking Advantage of Labor Shortage

September 18, 2017

High demand and low supply are driving up prices, and developers who are building are facing a shortage of skilled workers and an increase in material costs. Erickson is helping address these issues through efficient framing.

DAP Develops New High Temperature Silicone Sealant

September 12, 2017

DAP’s new HVAC Silicone and High Temp Silicone sealants deliver superior durability and performance for a long-lasting seal in the most extreme applications.

Agility Construction Wins CLP's 2017 Safety Contest

September 12, 2017

Thanks to John Horan, General Superintendent and Safety Director, for promoting FrameSafe with the Agility Construction team. They won CLP Systems’ 2017 Framer Safety Contest.

Building Stays Strong During Direct Hit from Harvey

September 12, 2017

Hurricane Harvey did significant damage to buildings throughout affected areas in Texas. Resilient construction methodology makes a big difference during these kinds of high-wind events. 

Familiar Framing Tasks Threaten Safety Through Complacency

September 12, 2017

When a task becomes routine and repetitive, the associated risks become familiar. Familiarity tends to weaken the warning signal emitted by such risks.