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The Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) has joined with 10 other trade associations to create the Construction Industry Safety Coalition in response to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) proposed rule on silica for the construction industry.

The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) saw a jump of more than a full point last month, indicating acceleration in the growth of design activity nationally. A leading economic indicator of construction activity, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported that the July ABI score was 52.7, up from a mark of 51.6 in June.

The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) remained positive again in June after the first decline in 10 months in April. A leading economic indicator of construction activity, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported the June ABI score was 51.6.

Burns Mechanical, a leading mechanical contractor serving the greater Philadelphia area, has announced the appointment of Dan Kerr as president. Kerr will report to former interim president Rick Perosa, vice president of PPL Energy Services Holdings. Burns Mechanical is a subsidiary of PPL.

ASHRAE announced that, with the use of underfloor air distribution (UFAD) systems increasing in commercial and institutional buildings in North America, it has published a new comprehensive UFAD guide.

Total construction spending registered a small gain in April but showed very mixed patterns among major segments, according to an analysis of new Census Bureau data by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).

With projected total annual energy gain (with solar) of $123, the home falls safely into the zero net-energy usage category.

Wallace Leon Lee, 81, died peacefully at his home on March 26, 2013. 

The Architecture Billings Index (ABI), a leading economic indicator of construction activity, continues to strengthen. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported the February ABI score was 54.9, up slightly from a mark of 54.2 in January. 

Bill tackles construction worker insurance.