State-level employment data for September continued to show a mixed labor market, with job gains and losses split across the country, according to an analysis from the National Association of Home Builders. In September, nonfarm payroll employment increased in 23 …
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MAX USA Recognized for Support of Independent Retailers
MAX USA Corp. announced it has been named a 2026 ACDI Circle of Excellence winner, recognizing the company’s commitment to innovation, quality and performance in the concrete and reinforcing construction industry. This recognition shows MAX USA Corp.’s dedication to developing …
Read More »Construction Job Openings Drop in August
The number of open positions in the construction sector dropped in August, according the Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS). The current level of open jobs is down from three years ago due to declines in …
Read More »Tractor Supply Opens New $200M Distribution Center in Idaho
Tractor Supply Company recently announced the grand opening of its 11th distribution center, located in Nampa, Idaho. Serving as the strategic “Gateway to the Pacific Northwest,” the 865,000-square-foot facility represents an investment of more than $200 million in Canyon County …
Read More »ProVia Expands Manufacturing Footprint With Two New Facilities
ProVia recently announced the construction of two new facilities designed to support the growth of the company’s vinyl window and patio door business. This expansion includes a 310,000-square-foot facility in Dover, Ohio, and a 580,000-square-foot facility in Davie County, North …
Read More »Construction and Design Pros Maintain Optimism for Q3 2026, Houzz Report Reveals
Houzz recently released the Q3 2026 U.S. Houzz Pro Industry Barometer, revealing sentiment among construction and design professionals entering the third quarter of the year. Pros are approaching the second half of 2026 with optimism despite ongoing economic pressures, according …
Read More »Housing Starts Post Solid Rebound in March as Builders Increase Production
Housing production rebounded in March as builders increased production despite ongoing economic challenges, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Overall housing starts increased 10.8% in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.5 million units, according …
Read More »ECI Software Solutions Launches Ambassador Community to Drive Industry Evolution and Support Customer Growth
ECI Software Solutions Inc. recently announced the upcoming launch of the ECI Ambassador Community, a network of forward-thinking professionals dedicated to excellence, leadership and driving industry evolution. The community will serve as a platform for professional growth, providing members with …
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