Simpson Strong-Tie, the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has introduced AT-3G, a new, all-weather hybrid-acrylic anchoring adhesive engineered to deliver a faster-curing, high-strength bond for cracked and uncracked concrete and post-installed rebar connections. Designed for high performance in extreme environments, AT-3G adhesive dispenses easily, cures quickly, and can be specified for both […]
Mortgage Applications Increase in July 12th MBA Weekly Survey
Mortgage applications increased 0.9 percent from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending July 7, 2023. This week’s results include an adjustment for the observance of Independence Day. The Market Composite Index, a measure of mortgage loan application volume, increased 0.9 percent on a seasonally […]
Roseburg CEO Grady Mulbery Will Retire Sept. 30; Roseburg Board Names Stuart Gray as Successor
Roseburg has announced that Grady Mulbery will retire from his position as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective Sept. 30, 2023. As part of this planned leadership succession, Roseburg’s board of directors unanimously elected Chief Operating Officer Stuart Gray to succeed Mulbery as president and CEO, effective Oct. 1, 2023. Mulbery will remain on Roseburg’s […]
Conner Industries Opens New Manufacturing Facility in Southern Kentucky
Conner Industries, Inc., a leading provider of lumber, industrial wood crates & pallets, and integrated packaging solutions, announced Tuesday that it has opened a new manufacturing facility in Guthrie, Kentucky. This latest expansion into southern Kentucky manufacturing markets serves to further enlarge Conner’s integrated packaging division footprint. The new facility is just one of several […]
Madison’s Reporter: Increased Housing Construction Activity Brings Higher Lumber Prices
In the week ending June 30, 2023, the price of Western S-P-F 2×4 #2&Btr KD (RL) was US$436 mfbm, said forest products industry price guide newsletter Madison’s Lumber Reporter. This is up by +$30, or +7%, from the previous week when it was $406. That week’s price is up by +$79, or +22%, from one […]
Lowe’s 20th Corporate Responsibility Report Spotlights Progress, Long-Term Goals
Published today, Lowe’s 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report details the company’s advancements in product sustainability, operational excellence and community support, demonstrating Lowe’s commitment to corporate citizenship. “At Lowe’s, we take pride in being one of the most trusted brands in America, and I’m grateful for the 300,000 associates whose hard work and dedication make that possible,” said Marvin […]
Gulfeagle Supply Announces Leadership Changes For Continued Growth
Gulfeagle Supply announces changes in leadership following Doug Stringfellow’s upcoming retirement. Brad Powers was promoted to Vice President of Sales and Operations for the Southeast. Bill Wilson was named Vice President of Sales and Operations for the West (including California). Stringfellow plans to retire this Fall and help during the transition in leadership. Stringfellow has […]
LMC Team Joins Forces with “TLC” To Love a Canine Rescue, Inc.
In a powerful demonstration of their commitment to community welfare, the LMC Team recently united to extend their support to Love a Canine Rescue, Inc. (TLC), a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing a safe haven for all breeds of animals in Chester County, Pennsylvania. An impressive sum of over $7,500 in donations from LMC […]
ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Steady in June, Contractor Confidence Down
Associated Builders and Contractors reported today that its Construction Backlog Indicator remained unchanged at 8.9 months in June, according to an ABC member survey conducted June 20 to July 5. The reading is unchanged from June 2022. View the historic Construction Backlog Indicator and Construction Confidence Index data series. Backlog in the infrastructure category increased for […]
Canfor Pulp Temporarily Curtailing Northwood Pulp Mill Due to Ongoing Labour Dispute at B.C. Ports
Canfor Pulp Products Inc. (TSX:CFX) is announcing the curtailment of its Northwood Pulp Mill in Prince George effective July 13, 2023. The curtailment is due to limited storage space for pulp products that cannot be transported overseas as a result of the ongoing labour dispute at B.C. ports. The downtime is expected to remain in […]