WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Q1 2018 USG Corporation + United States Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index (Index), recently released, reveals nearly two-thirds of contractors are highly confident that demand for commercial construction will increase over the next year, however, continued concerns around labor shortages have put even greater pressure on the industry.
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (Feb. 19, 2018) – Toro announces the promotion of Peter Moeller, an 18-year-veteran of company, to general manager of the Toro Sitework Systems Business. Moeller will be primarily responsible for managing the day-to-day operation and strategic vision of the Sitework Systems Business.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 28, 2018) – The United States Green Building Council (USGBC), creators of the LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) green building program, with support from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation, announced a new grant program designed to recognize the sustainability and green building achievements of U.S. cities pursuing LEED for Cities certification.
PELLA, Iowa – Yancey Bros. Co. and Thunder Creek Equipment have reached an agreement that will make the heavy equipment dealer an official provider of Thunder Creek’s products throughout Georgia. Yancey Bros. Co. will sell and service the full line of Thunder Creek fuel, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and service products, including its line of Multi-Tank Trailers (MTT) and Service and Lube Trailers (SLT).
WASHINGTON – Safety and innovation were recurrent themes at the 2018 North American Iron Workers/IMPACT Conference in Orlando, Florida, February 11-14. The conference set a new attendance record with more than 1200 attendees this year. Themed “Safer, Faster, Stronger,” it served as a platform to share innovative ideas and build partnerships.
ROCKVILLE, Md. (Feb. 21, 2018) – Shapiro & Duncan announced that it has been recognized by The CEO Report during their 2018 annual awards ceremony at the Blind Whino South West Arts Club in Washington, D.C., for its continuous dedication to creatively cultivating and developing a successful culture in a collaborative fashion. The award ceremony championed companies who work harmoniously with employees to develop a positive and productive work environment.