SCHAUMBURG, Ill. (May 5, 2017) —  The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) has released a new standard, Standard Practice for Stainless Steel Reinforcing Bar Fabrication Facilities (ANSI/CRSI–IPG4.1). This document defines the quality processes for fabrication of stainless steel reinforcing bars.

NEW YORK (May 5, 2017) – The Dodge Momentum Index fell 5.1 percent in April to 133.8 (2000=100) from its revised March reading of 140.9. The Momentum Index is a monthly measure of the first (or initial) report for nonresidential building projects in planning, which have been shown to lead construction spending for nonresidential buildings by a full year.

BELOIT, Wis. (May 4, 2017) – ABC Supply Co. Inc. is proud to announce that it has again received the Gallup Great Workplace Award, making the company an 11-time winner of this prestigious honor.

Gallup has studied millions of employees around the world to discover what makes a great workplace culture. 

MILWAUKEE (May 3, 2017) - The International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) has honored Megan Tanel, senior vice president exhibitions and events of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), with its 2017 IAEE Woman of Achievement Award.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (May 1, 2017) – The American Public Works Association (APWA) announced the 2017 Top Ten Public Works Leaders of the Year. APWA’s Top Ten Public Works Leaders are recognized for the career service achievements of public works professionals. This year marks the 57th anniversary of the Top Ten Leaders Awards, which is one of the most coveted and prestigious awards presented by the APWA association.

WASHINGTON (April 27, 2017) – The American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced, at A’17 Conference on Architecture ,the release of the 2017 edition of the A201 family of documents. This release includes updated versions of the AIA’s flagship documents, developed for the design-bid-build delivery model. Working with architects, contractors, subcontractors and owners, the AIA Documents Committee updates this core set of documents every 10 years.