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Message From The Editor
Do You Need Employees or Bodies?
Employment numbers are rising again, which is good news for lighting and construction-dependent industries. In this unprecedented work environment, however, job candidates are in the power seat. Conducting interviews and evaluating candidates is completely different than it has been done in the past. I sat down with Paul Pompeo and Joe Vigil of the Pompeo Group to discuss today’s challenges. |
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Construction Trends
How the Inflation Reduction Act Affects Home Construction
 The NAHB weighs in on the "Inflation Reduction Act," which just passed the Senate on Sunday, and provides $837 million to HUD for loans and direct grants to improve energy efficiency in affordable housing. Read More |
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Construction Employment Gains Bode Well for the Industry
 The construction industry added 32,000 jobs on net in July, according to analysis of data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Read More |
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Survey Predicts Supply Chain to Remain Unstable Through Q2 2024
 According to a recent survey of top U.S. supply chain executives, more than half aren't expecting a return to a normal supply chain until Q2 2024. Read More |
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SPECIAL FEATURE
How to Hire Wisely in a Tight Market
 Editor Linda Longo recently sat down with the principals of the Pompeo Group to hear their perspectives on hiring in this unprecedented time of low unemployment. Read More |
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Trending News
Feit Electric Acquires LIFX Assets
 Feit Electric Co., Inc. has acquired the LIFX assets from Lifi Labs, Inc., in a move that elevates Feit Electric’s position in the smart home market. Read More |
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Trending News
PureEdge Lighting Wins Patent Suit Involving Lazer Line
 Chicago-based PureEdge Lighting has won its patent infringement lawsuit filed last year against Italian lighting manufacturer Fabbian. Read More |
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Elemental LED Doubles U.S. Manufacturing Capability
 Elemental LED Inc. is significantly expanding its Reno, Nevada factory to enable automation and large-scale manufacturing. Read More |
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Trending News
Casambi Receives ioXt Certification for Wireless Lighting Security
 Finnish smart lighting control company Casambi has received ioXt Alliance cybersecurity certification for its system. Read More |
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Trending EV News
Ferguson Partners With Holman & Electrada to Launch Pilot EV Fleet Program
 Through a first-of-its-kind collaboration, Ferguson, Holman, and Electrada have announced a fleet electrification pilot that will begin in California. Read More |
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Trending People
In Memoriam: Brent Fields
 Brent Fields, Senior Vice President at lighting manufacturer Hudson Valley Lighting Group, passed away in July at the age of 53. Read More |
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