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PMI Works with Coalition, Lawmakers to Advance INFORM Consumers Act

March 25, 2021

The legislation is designed to protect consumers from counterfeit and stolen products sold online, which has become a growing problem.

Vinyl Industry Sustainability Initiative Verifies Lubrizol Advanced Materials TempRite Engineered Polymers Business

March 18, 2021

Lubrizol has successfully met all the sustainability requirements of +Vantage Vinyl, an industry-wide sustainability initiative that engages companies across the entire U.S. vinyl value chain.

PVF Market Overview

Biden Administration Revokes Keystone XL Pipeline Permit

Executive Order 13990 eliminates more than 11,000 well-paying jobs and takes $2.2 billion in payroll out of workers’ pockets.

March 8, 2021

Stephen Letko

This column was difficult to write predicated on what has transpired since the new administration has taken charge.

The Beschloss Perspective

A Permanent Change to U.S. Financial Structure?

During the pandemic, the U.S. stock markets suddenly became a focal point for investors.

March 8, 2021

Morris Beschloss

When the COVID-19 pandemic struck like a thunderbolt in late February 2020, the financial results were expected to crash the stock and bond markets, while the money available would be withdrawn or kept in the banks.

A. O. Smith Wholesale Partners Celebrate Essential Workers

February 12, 2021

To thank essential workers and show their appreciation for the employees’ dedication during the pandemic, the agencies organized donation efforts to provide boxed lunches to more than 4,500 employees at five plant locations.

PVF Market Overview

Oil, Gas Remain Essential Energy Sources

An upward trend for the industry could be regained much earlier than some of the naysayers are telling the public.

February 1, 2021

Stephen Letko

The outcome of the Georgia Senate race has been determined, with the Democrats winning both seats, thus giving control of both houses of Congress to one party. And President Joseph Biden now occupies the White House.

A.O. Smith Announces Upgrades to Mobile App

January 22, 2021

The App’s demand response and time-of-use options emphasize efficiency and boost savings.

More Than 40 C-Suite Association Leaders Meet with NBIS to Share Best Practices and Discuss Industry Challenges

C-Suite Leaders Meet with NBIS to Share Best Practices and Discuss Industry Challenges

December 4, 2020

Leveling the playing field of social equity and diversity will require a collaborative effort within the building industry.

ASA Safety Committee to Host Webinar on OSHA

ASA Safety Committee to Host Webinar: "What To Do When OSHA Shows Up On Your Doorstep"

November 5, 2020

The webinar will take place on Nov. 5 and cover OSHA enforcements, inspections, new initiatives and more.

MCAA and the UA File Joint Comments on Independent Contractor Status

October 30, 2020

In a joint letter to the Department of Labor (DoL) submitted on Oct. 26, MCAA and the UA requested the agency withdraw proposed regulations on independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (RIN 1235-AA34).