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BAU 2025: A Glimpse into the Future of Construction

Trade fair emphasizes sustainability, adaptability and innovation

BEC Conference Coming Up Quickly

We are getting close to BEC time! Obviously, I am very excited because I love seeing everyone and I love to learn. This year, once again, the programming team of volunteers and NGA staff are delivering top-notch stuff. 

By Max Perilstein | February 17, 2025

A New Year, A New Beginning

As the calendar turns and we bid farewell to another year, the time for celebration is fleeting. The dawn of a new year brings with it a renewed sense of purpose and urgency. 2025 is no different.  

By David Vermeulen | February 14, 2025

The Political and Economic Manufacturing Outlook

The National Association of Manufacturers targets several goals under the Trump administration to help manufacturing.

Lots of News and Nuggets

Last week was a big and busy one in our industry, and I am all for it. I was in California for the NGA Glass Conference: Carlsbad. As noted, it was my first NGA Glass Conference in a while, so I was curious and excited to experience it. 

By Max Perilstein | February 11, 2025

Finish Forecast: Bright Yellow, Blue and Variations of Violet

Color trends for 2025 span the spectrum. The major paint coatings manufacturers selected distinctively different hues this year compared to last year.

By Tammy Schroeder | February 06, 2025

Training Revolution

Revolutionize training now to build a workforce that's not just technically proficient but truly empowered to lead our industry into the future. 

Leverage Your Network for Efficient Professional Development

Why companies should invest in professional development and how to do it

Insights, Forecasts, Conferences and More

The newest episode of the From the Fabricator Podcast is now out! This time out I kick it off with Steven Acker of Wicona/Hydro. Steven has seen it all and then some in a very stellar career in our industry, so we cover that. We also talk repurposing of buildings and the first ever Acker Building Index (my “ABI”- not the one below) hits on where things are going in our world. Impressive guy and company! 

By Max Perilstein | February 03, 2025

The Debt Dilemma

Debt is an essential tool to help companies maintain operations and grow. It is also a double-edged sword that can ruin a company if not managed correctly. Too much debt can push your business to the point of failure. Avoiding a debt problem is much easier than fixing one.

By Marco Terry | January 29, 2025