SBC Industry News
Maps: Where Single-Family Permit-to-Completion Time is Fastest
The 2015 Survey of Construction (SOC) from the Census Bureau shows that the average completion time of a single-family house is around 7 months.
Canadian Wall Panel & Turnkey Company Celebrates US Contracts
Luxor Industrial Corporation is pleased to announce that its USA subsidiary, Mill Frame LLC, has been awarded a turnkey framing contract for the Athene project in Seattle, Washington.
Today's Building Codes Inspired by Event 350 Years Ago
The concept of today’s modern building codes got their start in the aftermath of the Great Fire of London in 1666.
Owens Corning Develops Code-Complaint Perimeter Fire Containment System
In this technical bulletin, Owens Corning provides a solution for perimeter fire containment.
Covestro Introduces Improved Closed-Cell Spray Foam Insulation
Covestro is introducing a new formulation of Bayseal CCX closed-cell spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation; the new formulation provides greater spray control, high R-value and effective air sealing in a single pass.
Huber Sues GP Over Sheathing Patent Infringement
Specialty products manufacturer Huber Engineered Woods LLC announced today that the Charlotte, N.C., company has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Georgia-Pacific Wood Products LLC
BCMC Early Bird Deadline: Seize Your Opportunity to Save!
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New, Creative Ceilings Styles Have Truss Loading Considerations
Designers have found a new pallet full of possibilities on the ceilings. These homes no longer have flat or tray ceilings. Instead the ceilings are a variety of intricate designs that are not only artistic, but functional.
Illustration: How Loads Flow Through a Roof Truss
This “How It Works” column in Fine Homebuilding provides a good illustration of the flow of loads through a roof truss and touches upon system effects.
Components Enable Deltec to Develops ‘Hurricane-Proof’ Homes
An article in EcoBuilding Pulse describes how Deltec Homes is promoting a round model home that they promote as hurricane-proof.
UFPI Posts Record Net Earnings, Profits Up 28.6%
Universal Forest Products, Inc. today reported net earnings attributable to controlling interest of $33.4 million for the second quarter of 2016, up 28.6 percent .
Modular Homebuilder Sees Opportunity in Natural Disasters
A modular home builder in Connecticut sees increased need for replacement due to fire and natural disasters.
Pulte Homes' Multi-Use Development Good for Component Sales
Steele Creek could soon get a lot more dense, with developer Pulte Home Corp. proposing hundreds of new apartments and houses along with retail on a site on Brown-Grier Road.
Viance's FRT Product D-Blaze Receives Certification
Viance LLC, a leading manufacturer of advanced wood treatment technologies, has announced that D-Blaze Fire Retardant Treated Wood (FRTW) is the first pressure-impregnated FRTW to earn the GREENGUARD Gold Certification.
Florida Lumber Yard Awarded by Governor for Creating Jobs
On Friday, the owner of Naples Lumber and Supply received a Business Ambassador Award from Gov. Rick Scott, recognizing the company's efforts to create jobs and opportunities for Florida families.
US Senators Support Coalition, Urge Quotas in New SLA
Senators Jon Tester and Steve Daines are continuing their efforts to increase timber production in Montana and ensure local lumber mills are being treated fairly.
Lawsuit Prompts OSHA to Delay Post-Accident Drug Testing Rule
OSHA announced Wednesday that it will delay the start date for enforcing the "anti-retaliation" provision of its new injury reporting rule from Aug. 1 to Nov. 1.
Housing: “There is a Lot of Room to Run”
One takeaway from the underlying numbers and numerous recent media reports is the increasingly transient nature of young generations.
How to Approach Discussing Realistic Deadlines With Clients
The goal in conversations with customers is to under promise and over deliver. Doing what you said you would do builds confidence and loyalty.
Be Prepared to Justify Your Value Proposition
Markup is merely tool to cover the costs of running a sustainable business on a daily basis, managing exposure to risk and providing a reasonable return on investment.