Architecture Billings Index
reverts to negative territory After five months of positive readings, the Archi- tecture Billings Index (ABI) has fallen into nega- tive terrain. As a leading economic indicator of construction activity, the ABI reflects the approxi- mate nine to 12 month lag time between archi- tecture billings and construction spending. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported the April ABI score was 48.4, following a mark of 50.4 in March. This score reflects a decrease in demand for design services (any score above 50 indicates an increase in billings). The new proj- ects inquiry index was 54.4, down from a mark of 56.6 the previous month.
Key April ABI highlights:
• Regional averages: Northeast 51, Midwest 50.1, South 49, West 48
• Sector index breakdown: commercial/ industrial 53.8, multifamily residential 50.5, institutional 46.6, mixed practice 45
• Project inquiries index: 54.4 The regional and sector categories are calcu-
lated as a three month moving average, whereas the index and inquiries are monthly numbers.
AAMA publishes manual for aluminum products, releases fenestration market studies
The American Architectural Manufacturers Associa- tion (AAMA) recently published the AAMA CW-10- 12, “Care and Handling of Architectural Aluminum from Shop to Site.” The document updates the 2004 version and covers care and handling of archi- tectural aluminum products from mill to fabricator to job site through project completion. CW-10-12 was updated to contain new sec-
tions on visual inspections and care after building completion, as well as inclusion of information regarding damage or defects found on aluminum materials. Other revisions to the manual include updates to tabletop materials in “Care During Fabrication” and the addition of language regarding necessary precautions to consider in “Care Prior to Building Completion.” Additionally, the section “Finishes for Archi-
tectural Aluminum” was removed from the revised CW-10-12 but will be reviewed by AAMA’s AMC Anodic/Painted Finishes Task Group for possible inclusion in an updated version of AAMA AFPA-91, “Anodic Finishes/Painted Aluminum.” AAMA CW-10-12, “Care and Handling of Archi-
tectural Aluminum from Shop to Site” is available for AAMA members to download at a cost of $20. Non-members may purchase the document at a cost of $60 for download. The specification is also available for purchase on CD and hardcopy. To order AAMA CW-10-12, visit AAMA’s Publication Store. The AAMA and the Window and Door
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Manufacturers Association (WDMA) have jointly released the updated “2011/2012 Study of the U.S. Market for Windows, Doors and Skylights.” This report delivers accurate and timely informa- tion on window, door, skylight and curtainwall market trends and product relationships for both residential and commercial construction. Historic data for 2006 through 2011 and forecast data for 2012 through 2015 also are included in the report. Forecasts are based on projections of construction activity as of March 2011. According to the study’s data, the demand
for prime windows continues to remain slow in 2011, following housing activity in general, after falling from peak volumes in 2006. The demand for windows in new housing decreased by 2 percent in 2011 though remains slightly ahead of 2009 levels. Demand in 2012 is expected to increase further as the housing recovery begins to gain momentum. Meanwhile, remodeling and replacement windows fell by nearly 12 percent versus 2010. In total, the
residential window market decreased by 9 percent. Residential skylights experienced an increase
of 2 percent from 2010 to 2011. The increase was driven heavily by the continued strength of remodel- ing and replacement activity, which now represents more than 80 percent of the residential skylight market. For 2012, the market is expected to grow 6 percent overall. Forecasts indicate continued growth through 2015. Little change in the segmentation for interior
door material types is expected over the next five years. However, significant volume is expected to return to the entry and interior door market as new construction rebounds. Further, nonresidential construction has declined slightly in 2011, temper- ing growth in the nonresidential entry and interior door categories. Additional and more detailed information on
the residential and commercial fenestration markets is contained in the 2011/2012 AAMA/WDMA U.S. Market Studies, which includes:
• “AAMA/WDMA U.S. Industry Statistical Review and Forecast” summarizes residential, non-residential and remodeling trends from government and industry sources.
• “AAMA/WDMA U.S. Industry Channel Distribution Report” profiles the residential and non-residential market for windows and doors as it flows through the identified distribution channels.
• “AAMA/WDMA U.S. Industry Market Size Report” quantifies residential and non- residential market volumes, both historic and projected.
• “AAMA/WDMA U.S. Industry Regional Statistical Review and Forecasts” detail information for 11 individual regions.
The “2011/2012 AAMA/WDMA Study of the
U.S. Market for Windows, Doors and Skylights,” as well as the other reports listed above, are available for purchase online from both AAMA at
www.aamanet.org and WDMA at
www.wdma.com.
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