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FGIA updates Performance Rating Method standard for mulled combination assemblies, more

by PRISM | Jan 20, 2021

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has updated a mulled assemblies document. AAMA 450-20, Performance Rating Method for Mulled Combination Assemblies, Composite Units, and Other Mulled Fenestration Systems, was last updated in 2010. This FGIA performance rating method describes procedures and requirements for determining the air leakage, water resistance and structural performance of mulled fenestration systems.

Window Film Association debuts industry’s first virtual accreditation testing

by PRISM | Jan 19, 2021

The International Window Film Association is debuting the window film industry’s first online professional accreditation testing for four key areas of comprehension and knowledge, while providing the convenience to be tested in a secure and proctored environment wherever there is an Internet connection.

Construction starts end 2020 on a sour note

by PRISM | Jan 19, 2021

Total construction starts lost 5% in December, falling to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $784.3 billion according to a new report by Dodge Data & Analytics. Nonresidential building starts fell 11% during the month, while nonbuilding starts were 5% lower.

Two new International Code Council online code tools now available

by PRISM | Jan 19, 2021

The International Code Council launched two online building code tools for building safety professionals and the public to access free information about building code usage in their communities. “Building codes represent a highly cost-effective strategy to help protect communities from the risks posed by natural and man-made events,” said Code Council Chief Executive Officer Dominic Sims, CBO. “We are very excited to launch these two databases that provide important code information that is useful to all community stakeholders.”

ACI and ICRI publish new “Guide to the Code for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures”

by PRISM | Jan 15, 2021

The American Concrete Institute and International Concrete Repair Institute have published an updated “Guide to the Code for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures.” This guide provides licensed design professionals with the knowledge, skill, and judgment to interpret and properly use the ACI 562, “Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures.”

Black Spectacles partners with NOMA to help increase equity in the architecture field

by PRISM | Jan 14, 2021

Black Spectacles, an online education program providing architects with resources on their path to becoming licensed and advancing their careers, is proud to announce a contract with the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA), offering deeply discounted licensing study resources to its paid members.

ACI announces new Specifications for Concrete Construction

by PRISM | Jan 12, 2021

Last month the American Concrete Institute announced that it has released the new ACI 301-20, Specifications for Concrete Construction, along with the companion ACI Field Reference Manual.

Trade association coalition introduces Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing

by PRISM | Jan 11, 2021

The Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing is an industry-wide effort to collect information about the reroofing market spearheaded by a coalition of trade associations, including the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association, Canadian Roofing Contractors Association, Chemical Fabrics & Film Association Inc., EPDM Roofing Association, International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants, National Roofing Contractors Association, National Women in Roofing, Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association, Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association and Single Ply Roofing Industry.

Dodge Momentum Index ends 2020 on a high note

by PRISM | Jan 8, 2021

The Dodge Momentum Index, issued by Dodge Data & Analytics, jumped 9.2% in December to 134.6 from the revised November reading of 123.3. The gain in the commercial component of the Momentum Index was heartening even though the increase was mostly the result of a sizeable increase in warehouse planning.

ACI Virtual Concrete Convention to be held March 28-April 1, 2021

by PRISM | Jan 7, 2021

The American Concrete Institute announces that the ACI Virtual Concrete Convention will be held March 28-April 1, 2021. “The ACI Virtual Concrete Convention held last October provided a record-breaking number of attendees the opportunity to participate in our programming,” stated Ronald G. Burg, PE, Executive Vice President, American Concrete Institute. “For this coming March, we’ve assembled a lineup featuring hundreds of the industry’s brightest speakers sharing industry-leading information on a diverse offering of concrete materials, design, construction, and repair topics. Registered attendees to the ACI Virtual Concrete Convention will be presented with 5 days packed full of live presentations, expert discussions, committee meetings, virtual networking opportunities, and more.”

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FGIA updates Performance Rating Method standard for mulled combination assemblies, more

Window Film Association debuts industry’s first virtual accreditation testing

Construction starts end 2020 on a sour note

Two new International Code Council online code tools now available

ACI and ICRI publish new “Guide to the Code for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures”

Black Spectacles partners with NOMA to help increase equity in the architecture field

ACI announces new Specifications for Concrete Construction

Trade association coalition introduces Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing

Dodge Momentum Index ends 2020 on a high note

ACI Virtual Concrete Convention to be held March 28-April 1, 2021