CISCA prides itself on being the premier authority for the specialty, acoustical ceiling and wall construction industry by cultivating growth and providing support for association members and industry professionals.
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CISCA can only exist through the hard work, inspiration and support of our wonderful volunteers. We are so grateful for all of your contributions! And we are as always so grateful to our wonderful CISCA sponsors. Your commitment to CISCA's purpose, vision and mission is appreciated by all of our members.
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Construction officials urge Congress to quickly pass new coronavirus relief measure and start work on broader recovery measures, including new infrastructure funding and pension relief.
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Construction employment declined in 20 states and D.C. in March, aligning with the results of a recent survey by the Associated General Contractors of America that found growing layoffs amid new project cancellations and state funding constraints. Association officials warned that these cancellations mean massive job losses are likely to occur soon in even more states unless Congress helps cover rapidly declining state revenues, adds funding for Paycheck Protection Program loans and takes other measures to help the industry recover.
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As news of the coronavirus impact continues to unfold, this page will serve as a way to track projects or cities that have halted construction due to the pandemic.
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Given the present construction climate as a result of COVID-19, construction management companies are taking several precautionary steps to ensure the safety and wellbeing of employees and all workers on jobsites. Though construction continues in many places, the industry also must consider philanthropic commitments at this time, and how construction organizations can assist the greater community.
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In an industry setting where contracting margins are at an all-time low, the need to keep a close eye on the cost of construction projects has never been greater. Profits are fragile—margins often fall under a worrying 1% — owed in no small part to unforeseen contractual modifications which can hit project budgets hard.
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A healthy flow of cash is important to contractors, even when there’s not a global pandemic. But now that the spread of the coronavirus has resulted in mandatory project shutdowns in many states, a trade workforce that is scared to show up and skittish owners that have halted or stalled developments, there are steps financial experts say contractors and subcontractors need to take right now to protect their money and maximize cash.
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When the coronavirus pandemic first emerged in China, the country reportedly responded by quickly building modular hospitals to house those infected with COVID-19. Around the U.S., efforts to flatten the curve have pushed the federal government, often spearheaded by the Army Corps of Engineers, to construct hospitals in convention centers or other similar spaces, or for contractors to speed up construction of traditional hospital projects already underway.
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To help determine workers’ risk level for exposure to COVID-19, OSHA has published a chart.
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We had great turnout for the most recent COVID-19 Town Hall Meeting. We have scheduled a second call for Thursday, April 30 at 1:00 pm CT. This second town hall will address issues of concerns to contractors. Is there a specific topic you would like to have addressed? Let us know at cisca@cisca.org. To register for the call, please click here. Membership in CISCA is required to attend.
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CISCA is the global premier authority for the interior construction, acoustical ceilings and acoustical treatment industry, fostering professional development and exchanges for and between association members and industry professionals. Be sure to visit our website often as new material is posted regularly.
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CISCA is the global premier authority for the interior construction, acoustical ceilings and acoustical treatment industry. Market your products/services to the multi-billion dollar interior systems industry today.
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Featuring our diverse portfolio of products and wide range of expertise, this four-day online symposium will be comprised of four daily programs that aim to provide you with a variety of continuing education opportunities throughout the week. Throughout the week we will feature presentations including continuing education opportunities from both AGC Glass North American and Knauf Insulation North America. As a conclusion to the symposium we will take an innovative look at designing the 5th wall though the USG Ceiling spring product launch. USG hopes you will join us in this exciting series of remote learning opportunities available only on USG.com.
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Wichita’s Advanced Learning Library in Kansas is the city’s newest and largest public library, replacing the old downtown branch. The project’s modern appearance and amenities welcome the community to congregate, collaborate, concentrate and to contemplate its 440,000 books plus movie and audio book collections.
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CISCA members with their industry partners will identify, communicate and nurture industry specific trends, diversity and growth for the interior specialty, acoustical products and wall construction industry.
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