News and Announcements

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Questions? Contact AWCI Director of Communications and Marketing, Amelia Miedema, CAE.

The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) saw a modest increase in October, marking the first positive score after 20 months of decline, as reported by the American Institute of Architects (AIA)

If you’ve served in the military or know someone who has, you’ll understand why mental health and well-being are extremely important to address, as the transition to civilian life can

Douglas Parker, assistant secretary for occupational safety and health at the U.S. Department of Labor, issued the following statement regarding the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2023 Survey of Occupational

The Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI) is pleased to announce that Don Pilz has joined the association as the new director of technical services on November 4,

Capstone to the Cold-Formed Steel-Natural Hazards Engineering Research Infrastructure (CFS-NHERI) Program The “CFS10: 10-Story Cold-Formed Steel Building Shake Table Program” newsletter, issued on October 29, 2024, reports significant progress in

Opioid Chain

The construction and extraction industries have the highest fatality rates among major occupational groups, with construction reporting 162.6 deaths per 100,000 workers. According to feature article, “Reversing Opioid Overdoses in

A composition of diverse contractors doing various research activites.

With funding and support from the Foundation of the Wall and Ceiling Industry, the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI) partnered with FMI to conduct a comprehensive survey

Recent advancements in personal protective equipment (PPE) are significantly enhancing how well women fit into their gear, reflecting the growing presence of women in the construction industry. With more women

According to a recent FMI article, “Why Internal Alignment Is Key for Building Products Manufacturers” (2024), in today’s marketplace, building product manufacturers face the ongoing challenge of maintaining a competitive