Trends

Lighting Controls & Automation – From Blueprints to Smart Homes The evolution of residential and commercial lighting systems has reached a transformative threshold where traditional manual switches give way to sophisticated automated control systems that adapt to human behavior, optimize...

Lighting as a Branding Tool – How Businesses Use Light to Shape Identity The strategic application of lighting as a branding tool represents a sophisticated evolution in corporate identity management that extends far beyond traditional marketing materials to create immersive...

Sustainable Jobsite Practices: Waste Reduction, Reuse & Lean Operations The construction industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation as sustainable construction jobsites become the standard rather than the exception. This evolution encompasses comprehensive approaches to waste reduction, material reuse, and lean...

Cutting Carbon, Building Concrete: Innovations in Low-Carbon Mixes The construction industry stands at a pivotal moment where environmental responsibility meets structural necessity. As concrete production accounts for approximately 8% of global CO2 emissions, the development of low-carbon concrete mixes has...

Diversity & Workforce Development: Women, Allies & Career Growth in Masonry The masonry and concrete trades are experiencing a transformative period as workforce development initiatives increasingly focus on diversity, inclusion, and expanded career pathways. With women comprising only 5-10% of...

Waterproofing & Sealants: Protecting the Envelope from Below Grade to Roof The integrity of any structure fundamentally depends on its ability to control water ingress, making waterproofing concrete structures one of the most critical aspects of modern construction. As building...

3D Printing the Future: Additive Concrete Structures on the Jobsite The construction landscape is experiencing a transformative revolution as 3D printed concrete structures move from experimental prototypes to practical construction solutions. This additive manufacturing approach is fundamentally changing how the...