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With New Milestones Brings Multifamily Experience

With a track record of 40-plus years in national multifamily leadership, the architecture firm, The Architectural Team, Inc., recently announced three key milestones for the firm's projects.




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Architect Profile: John Paul Minear, AIA, NCARB

Vision, innovation, and dedication, are all hallmarks of Detroit, Michigan-based firm BEI Architect & Engineers. 




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The Ultimate Solution for Dust Management

Makita has an expanding dust extraction system with vacuums, accessories and attachments for use in concrete drilling, breaking, surfacing and cutting applications. Select tools and dust extractors are equipped with the Auto-start Wireless System, which utilizes Bluetooth technology for wireless power-on/off communication between an equipped tool and dust extractor.




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Milwaukee Expands PACKOUT Modular Storage System with Toolbox Attachments

Milwaukee Tool continues its commitment to disruptive innovation, expanding its PACKOUT Modular Storage System with eight new PACKOUT Toolbox Attachments. These new solutions securely lock onto the PACKOUT system’s metal-reinforced corners, allowing professionals to carry more and quickly access tools, parts and materials, enhancing job site productivity.




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Adeela Warley: The ‘stay or go’ social media debate must ultimately come down to organisational purpose

Centring missions, creating space for discussion and continuing to test and learn will help every charity tailor their approach to online spaces




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RSPCA chief describes ‘difficult tightrope’ of engaging in polarising debates

Chris Sherwood says the charity’s public profile can make it feel like a ‘goldfish bowl’




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EIFS, the True Continuous Insulation (CI)

It's all the rage in stucco and EIFS claddings and to our readers we know it as continuous insulation.




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The Continuation of Continuous Insulation

With code requirements constantly changing, finding the right stucco assemblies to do the job can be difficult.




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Continuous Insulation Cladding

In a previous article it was inferred that not selecting EIFS as the obvious choice was possibly due to its simplicity; it’s just four basic components. 




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A Beautifully Variegated Outpouring

What does it take to have a stucco system that lasts the length of time? Consider the science.




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Cover the Hole in Your Soul

Preserving the past to use for the future.




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Scrapping tax breaks for independent schools could create ‘two-tier charity sector’, lawyers warn

A working party of Charity Law Association members said the government plans risked ‘eroding a long-established principle that all charities have equal status under the law’.




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National Insurance increase could cost sector £800m a year, estimates suggest

The charity leaders body Acevo warns that charities could be forced to cut staff




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Charity tax rules to be toughened to prevent abuse, Budget reveals

Proposals include plans to introduce tax relief sanctions for persistent non-compliance with filing obligations and reform of the donor benefit rules, documents show




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Analysis: How the Autumn Budget could affect your charity

The Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her first Budget speech to the House of Commons. Lucinda Rouse rounds up the key aspects for the voluntary sector




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Former charities minister appointed shadow culture secretary

The National Council for Voluntary Organisations says Stuart Andrew has a ‘deep understanding’ of the voluntary sector



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The Evolution of Continuous Insulation–Stucco Systems

CI stucco could affect methods used in future building codes.




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EIFS Industry Technical Bulletins Published

EIMA announced the release of a series of technical bulletins, meticulously crafted by the members of its technical and research advocacy working group. The bulletins are a testament to the commitment and expertise of EIMA in advancing the knowledge and application of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems.




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Peter Cardy: They kept us in the dark. Should I resign?

Sector veteran Peter Cardy offers answers to your workplace dilemmas




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Paul Gathercole: Peer review can help strengthen your safeguarding policy

Clic Sargent and the Rainbow Trust Children's Charity have a mutually beneficial arrangement to scrutinise each other's safeguarding arrangements




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Business Tips from JB Insulation & Drywall

JB Insulation & Drywall LLC of Oakland, New Jersey, recently met W&C at this year’s ICAA Annual Convention & Trade Show. Its owner, Jonathan Belanus, took time to speak with the magazine on how business is, the market and more.




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Court of Appeals rejects industry challenge to silica rule, requests OSHA to consider medical removal protections

The ruling from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia upholds the lower permissible exposure limit in OSHA’s updated silica rule. Supporters of the rule call the court’s decision a “huge victory” for workers, while opponents say it disregards “legitimate concerns.”




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MSHA ‘actively working’ on a proposed rule on silica, Williamson says

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration is “actively working” toward publishing a proposed rule on respirable crystalline silica, agency administrator Chris Williamson said Oct. 20.




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Proposed rule on silica on the agenda for upcoming MSHA meetings

Washington — The Mine Safety and Health Administration has scheduled public meetings on its recently published proposed rule on worker exposure to respirable crystalline silica.




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MSHA extends comment period for proposed rule on silica

Washington — The Mine Safety and Health Administration has extended until Sept. 11 the comment period for a proposed rule on worker exposure to respirable crystalline silica.




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Multiple sclerosis charities merge

The charities say the move puts them in a stronger position to make a positive impact on the lives of people affected by multiple sclerosis




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Regulator recovers more than £10m in unused funds for Welsh charities

The programme has supported 72 inactive Welsh charities to become operational again, the commission says



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Consultancy walks away from ‘dream gig’ with NCVO, citing differences in values

The National Council for Voluntary Organisations says Fair Collective had completed the work it had been contracted to deliver but the consultancy disputes this




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Cancer charity broke fundraising code over clothing collection bags, regulator rules

The Fundraising Regulator says it saw ‘little supporting documentary evidence’ to suggest the charity had comprehensive oversight over the work carried out by a clothing collection company in its name




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Inquiry into poverty relief charity that failed to act on regulator’s order

GiftingHumanity was already part of the Charity Commission’s ‘double defaulters’ class inquiry for failing to file financial documents on time




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Peter Gilheany: Don't just pull the curtain back - get on stage

Passive, curmudgeonly openness is no longer good enough: the sector needs a more radical and sustainable approach




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6 Tips for Maximizing the Benefits of Spray Foam Insulation

Unlock the full potential of spray foam in your upcoming business or home project with a few simple tips.




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Paul Johnson Drywall Completes Acquisition of Stratis Construction

Paul Johnson Drywall LLC has completed the acquisition of Stratis Construction Inc., one of the leading drywall subcontractors in Arizona.




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Insulated Concrete Wall Forming

Formwork for flat panel structural concrete walls that delivers complete integrated furring system for direct attachment of interior and exterior finishes.




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Recycled Glass Fiber Insulation

Sustainable Insulation is proven fiber glass technology that is economical, easy to install and offers comfort and excellent thermal, acoustical and indoor air quality properties.




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Decorative Exterior Vinyl Mouldings

The American Pro-Vinyl Exterior Mouldings come in a broad selection of popular profiles, styles and architecturally accurate sizes.




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Insulated Concrete Form

Logix-D-Rv is a precision molded slide-in panel that delivers additional R-value and an interior drainage system.




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EcoTouch Insulation

The company introduces an advanced insulation system for metal buildings to improve energy efficiency and featuring a formaldehyde-free formulation, natural materials and industry-leading thermal, acoustical performance.




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Ask Questions and Review Data for a Successful 2018

Before the dust has settled on 2017, contractors should invest some time and effort into reviewing what really happened this year.




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Why Contractors Should Track Historical Data

Let’s face it, there are many ways a contractor can get off track during the preconstruction process. 




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Fi-Foil Reintroduces Continuing Education on Reflective Insulation

A growing body of research documenting reflective insulation as the “best application” for common building assemblies has prompted Fi-Foil Co. Inc. to advance this industry knowledge to building professionals through continuing education.




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Oak City Remodeling Enhances Service Options with Full-Service Design

Oak City Remodeling in Raleigh, North Carolina, elevates the home renovation experience with comprehensive services.




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For Greener Communities, Local Leaders Should Think Big — and Small

In towns and smaller cities nationwide, local governments are looking for ways to implement greener operations and promote sustainability initiatives that will benefit their communities in a changing climate. But faced with finite resources and an urgent need to act, where should these municipal leaders start?




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Wege Prize’s Legacy of Advancing a Circular Economy Accentuates Earth Day’s Ideals

As Earth Day 2024 spotlights ways to eliminate plastics, the Wege Prize is shining a spotlight on its innovative student teams that have created real-world solutions recently.




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Rainscreen Selected for “Meaningful” Aesthetic at State-of-the-Art Innovation Hub

Innovation drives progress. And in Amarillo, Texas, there is a new hub for innovation on the campus of Amarillo College. It is called Innovation Outpost, and the building’s renovation nods to the past with an eye on the future.




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Clic Sargent's impact report: the difficult second album

The youth cancer charity's report drew praise from around the sector last year, but it left it with a challenge: how to make it even better




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Fully-adhered Weather-Resistive Barriers

Vycor enV is a rolled or spray-applied, one component, acrylic membrane that forms a continuous water and air barrier with seamless protection.




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July 2017 Toolbox

The July toolbox features a variety of products from Demilec, DeWalt, ZipWall, and more!




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Fundraiser of the Week: Emma Malcolm of the Macular Society

The director of fundraising and marketing on the challenges of raising money for a condition few know much about




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Fundraiser of the Week: Paul Moore of Winston's Wish

The head of corporate and community engagement at the childhood bereavement charity