Landscaping market report: Modest, sustained growth ahead

Source: Freedonia Group, Cleveland A new analysis from building and construction market researcher Freedonia forecasts demand for landscaping products in residential applications will grow 2.3 percent per year through 2025, to $7.2 billion. Major trends underpinning stronger sales have seen increased intensity as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, including: greater investment in outdoor living areas, which can offer a…

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Techo-Bloc looks south with Nashville depot opening

Sources: Techo-Bloc, St-Hubert, Quebec; CP staff One of the top players in concrete hardscapes across Mid-Atlantic, Northeast and Eastern Canada markets has opened a depot in Hendersonville, Tenn., just outside Nashville. The ninth of its kind for Tech-Bloc, the new facility supplies authorized dealers and contractors paver and wall products, plus hardscape accessories. Additionally, the depot will offer partial pallet…

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PCI Architectural producers begin new certification chapter

Sources: Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute, Chicago; CP staff The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute Architectural Certification program has transitioned from a one-year implementation window to mandatory adoption. Effective October 2021, contracts calling for panels or other elements sourced from PCI-certified plants must reference the new Architectural Certification program, spanning five categories: AA. Cladding or non-load bearing products with multiple concrete mixes and textures,…

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