As the design,specification and use of advanced glazing products continues to advance,so,too,will the need for performance modeling.In this respect,the American Institute of Architects(AIA)has released An Architect's Guide to Integrating ...
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In order to help architects more accurately predict the energy consumption in their design projects,the American Institute of Architects(AIA)has put together An Architect's Guide to Integrating Energy Modeling in the Design Process.The ...
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The Dodge Momentum Index retreated 0.8 percent in September compared to August,according to McGraw-Hill Construction.The Momentum Index is a monthly measure of the first report for nonresidential building projects in planning,which have ...
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Demand for windows and doors in the US is forecast to rise 9.3 percent per year to $34.2 billion in 2016. Growth will be spurred by a rebound in housing completions and gains in building construction spending from a depressed 2011 base. ...
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IBISWorld's Glass&Glazing Contractors market research report provides the latest industry statistics and industry trends,allowing you to identify the products and customers driving revenue growth and profitability.The industry report ...
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The U.S.Census Bureau reported that total construction spending fell 0.9 percent in July to$834.4 billion after rising 0.4 percent in June,ending three months of consecutive increases.On a positive note, year-to-date,construction spending ...
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The Dodge Momentum Index fell 1.4 percent in August compared to July,according to the latest report from McGraw-Hill Construction,a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies.The Momentum Index is a monthly measure of the first(or initial)report ...
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Investment in nonresidential building construction increased 1.8 percent to $11.2 billion in the second quarter. The increase, which followed three quarters of declining investment, was attributable to higher spending in the commercial and ...
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US demand to rise 7.1% annually through 2016 Demand for fencing in the US is forecast to expand 7.1 percent per year to $8.3 billion in 2016, totaling 835 million linear feet. Growth will be driven by an expected rebound in building ...
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The construction industry was up 21, 000 jobs in January, likely due to two months of unseasonably mild winter weather. The Associated General Contractors of America released data attributing the higher temperatures to the two-year high in ...
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The amount contractors pay for a range of key construction materials held steady in September in the United States but climbed 8.1 percent from the year-earlier level, according to an analysis of producer price index figures released by the ...