Items Tagged with 'steel'

Rising steel and aluminum costs, driven by tariffs and global shifts, are shaking up U.S. construction — especially roofing. Contractors face tough choices: absorb costs, pass them on, or rethink materials.

Rising construction costs in early 2025 were fueled by a rush to buy materials before new tariffs took effect, giving domestic producers more pricing power, the Associated Builders and Contractors trade group reports.

In this latest "Best of Success" podcast, Legal Insights columnist Trent Cotney analyzes the effects of the new Trump-era tariffs on Canadian, Mexican, and Chinese imports, warning roofing contractors about rising material costs. He also discusses the labor shortage caused by stricter immigration policies.

Klauer Manufacturing Company has introduced the Cottage Wood shingle, a cutting-edge construction product made from heavy-gauge steel with a durable A653 galvanized Kynar 500 finish, promising superior performance, aesthetic appeal, and protection against the elements.

ASC Steel Deck will introduce the DeltaGrip DG4 Tool, enhancing structural sidelap connections with increased strength, speed, and durability at the 2023 NCSEA Structural Engineering Summit on Nov. 8 in Anaheim, Calif.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. has revealed its plan to acquire all outstanding United States Steel Corporation stock through a cash and stock deal, potentially creating one of the world's largest steel producers; US Steel has rejected the proposal.

METALCON has deployed to slow-drip to garner buzz for the upcoming 2023 METALCON show in Las Vegas. The show’s producers have released a tentative schedule that includes several keynotes, learning opportunities, continuing education credits and more. 

The FastenMaster TrussBRACE is an innovative steel roof truss support that provides both lateral and diagonal restraint in one brace.