Fed rate cut unlikely to boost manufacturing until 2025, experts warn
The looming presidential election is still sparking uncertainty in the industry, pushing manufacturers to spend with caution.
The Federal Reserve cut the main interest rate by a half percentage point yesterday to a range between 4.75% and 5%, a welcome move among many manufacturers mired by an industry slowdown in recent months.
Experts, however, are exercising caution with how quickly the cut will translate into a manufacturing recovery, noting that manufacturers aren't likely to see noticeable benefits until next year, said Timothy Fiore, chair of ISM's Manufacturing Business Survey Committee ... read more at Manufacturing Dive
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The Piedmont Triad Bucks National Trend of Reduced Construction Spending
Would reduced construction spending across the nation affect all regions equally? In many parts of the country, construction activity is cooling off at a remarkable clip with the rise of interest rates and inflation and with economic uncertainty hanging around. Non-residential construction spending fell 0.2% in July, according to a recent report from the U.S. Census Bureau. That marks the second consecutive month of decline after private non-residential construction spending was down 0.4%. Despite these winds of national headwinds, North Carolina's Piedmont Triad shows a strong .... full article
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The Strength of Commercial Construction in North Carolina
The announcement of a $1.4 billion sodium-ion battery factory in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, while outside the immediate area of Cirrus Construction, is a testament to the robust commercial construction environment across the state. This project highlights the continued confidence in North Carolina's infrastructure and workforce, as well as the region's appeal to cutting-edge industries ... full article
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Evolving Trends in Commercial Construction in Greensboro
What are the emerging trends in commercial construction that are shaping Greensboro, North Carolina? As the city experiences dynamic growth, staying informed about the latest developments in the commercial construction sector is crucial for businesses planning to expand or initiate new projects. This article delves into the current trends and innovations in commercial buildings, highlighting how these are influencing the future of construction in Greensboro. From the integration of sustainable practices to the adoption of advanced technologies, these trends reflect the evolving demands and priorities of the local business community. Understanding these changes is essential for anyone involved in commercial development in this vibrant city ... full article
Once again Cirrus Construction, Inc. has received the Gold Award from the NC Department of Labor for having no lost time due to accidents . This is the the eighth consecutive year Cirrus has been honored for their consistency in maintaining a safe workplace for their employees.
Cirrus Construction Inc was recently presented with the Star Builder award for the "Office Building and Warehouse" category.
Cirrus has received several Star Builder awards over the years, this one for a 5,000SF warehouse and office building for Krebs Corporation in South Carolina (drone footage below)
See our latest project utilizing the wonder of drone technolgy,
this was another steel building project in Conway, SC for Krebs Corporation DBA SealMaster. The owner needed to increase capabilities and service in the Coastal South
Carolina. After reviewing all options the owner decided to have Cirrus
design and construct a 5,000SF warehouse and office building.
Once again Cirrus Construction will be involved in the (6th) annual Strike Out Cancer Bowling Tournament to be held at Reidsville Lanes.
All proceeds to go directly to Annie Penn Hospital Foundation for
distribution within Rockingham County. Money will be used to help
those who cannot afford screening, treatments or medications that
may be necessary to treat their individual situation. Annie Penn
Hospital Foundation is a 501 C3 Non-profit Agency. All sponsorships
and team entry fees are tax deductible.
Cirrus Construction, Inc. for the sixth
consecutive year has received a Gold
Award from the NC Department of Labor
for having no lost time due to accidents.
The N.C. Department of Labor’s Safety Awards Program recognizes private and public firms throughout the state that achieve and maintain good safety records. The program is designed to stimulate interest in accident prevention and to promote safety in the workplace by providing an incentive to employers and employees to maintain a safe and healthful workplace.
Keith Patterson and his Strike Out Breast Cancer bowling team have done it again! This year, the group raised over $4,600 for the Annie Penn Hospital Foundation. The funds will be used for mammography screenings and treatment for breast cancer patients.
Shown left to right are Janice Jeffries, foundation coordinator; Stokes Ann Hunt, executive director of the foundation; and Keith Patterson, Cirrus Construction's vice president and safety directory, who organizes the annual event.
Cirrus Construction, Inc. was recently awarded the contract to build the first phase of the new John E. Grogan Park in Eden. The park is a tribute to John Grogan, who died in 2013, when he was well into his second term as Eden's mayor. The five-acre park in the heart of the town will be a place where you can hear a concert, hold an outdoor art show, see a movie on the lawn, host a wedding, throw a party, eat a picnic lunch, take a walk or just enjoy being outdoors .....
view map ... read article News and Record
Cirrus Construction, Inc. for the fifth
consecutive year has received a Gold
Award from the NC Department of Labor
for having no lost time due to accidents.
On November 11, 2014 Keith Patterson presented the Annie Penn Hospital Foundation with a check for over $4,000 from this year's Strike Out Breast Cancer event. Bowling teams and individuals raise money for the hospital by gathering donations before the event. Proceeds help fund mammography screenings, medication and treatment for breast cancer patients.
Dr. Debbie Green, President of Annie Penn Hospital; Keith Patterson, Vice President and Safety Director for Cirrus Construction, Inc.; Stokes Ann Hunt, Executive Director of Annie Penn Hospital Foundation; and Janice Jeffries, Coordinator with the foundation.
Patterson, a member of the Rockingham County Bowling Association, volunteers his time to organize and manage the annual event which he created.
Construction begins on hangar project at Burlington airport
Stonesville-based Cirrus Construction Inc. began construction this week on a 10-unit hangar at the Burlington-Alamance Regional Airport that will help meet demand at the facility for small aircraft users ... It's the third hangar project Cirrus has built for the Burlington airport over the past few years, said Charlie Hall, co-owner of Cirrus, which employs 13. Cirrus has also completed other hangar projects for ... read more
Cirrus Construction, Inc. received a Gold Award for the year 2013 from the NC Department of Labor for having no lost time due to accidents in four consecutive years.
Cherie Berry, NCDOL commissioner, will present the award at a safety awards banquet on May 15. Charlie G. Hall, III, an owner and CFO , and Keith D. Patterson, vice president and safety director, will attend to receive the award.
Charlie Hall named Citizen of the Year for 2013 by the Eden Chamber of Commerce ... read moreKeith Patterson, Vice President and Safety Director for Cirrus Construction, Inc., accepted the 2012 Certificate of Safety Achievement from the North Carolina Department of Labor. This is the third consecutive year that Cirrus has won the award.
Things to anticipate when building an airport hangar Katie Arcieri
Reporter-
The Business Journal
Often, the authority will first work with a consultant to plan the project from A to Z, says Scott Flanagan, a structural engineer and co-owner of Stoneville-based Cirrus Construction, which has built hangar space for several Triad airports including those in Burlington and Davidson County ... read full articleCharlie Hall, CEO of Cirrus Construction in Stoneville, NC, is completing a year of service as a member of the Eden Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
The Eden Chamber of Commerce has been serving its members and the local business community since 1955. The Chamber’s mission is to promote, support and enhance the business interests of its members, as well as the quality of life for area citizens, and to foster continued economic growth in Eden and the surrounding communities.
Charlie said, “It has given me great pleasure to serve on the Eden Chamber of Commerce Board. As a business owner I have experienced firsthand the support and assistance readily available from the Chamber. I was honored to work with such an enthusiastic group.”
Eden, NC: Cirrus to build new offices for CPA firm
Burkett and Barham Certified Public Accountants held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new building Thursday on Stadium Drive beside Atkinson Real Estate. R. Scott Barham welcomed everyone to the site and shared a little about why they decided on planning a new building for the firm ... Scott Flanagan, co-owner of Cirrus Construction with Charlie
Charlie Hall and Scott Flanagan
Hall, presented a little background on the project with vice presidents Kevin Parker, project manager, and safety officer Keith Patterson ...
Western Rockingham Chamber of Commerce Newsletter, May, 2012: The NC Department of Labor Safety honored Cirrus Construction for having no lost time from accidents. This is the second year in a row Cirrus has received this award.
All in one: Cirrus Construction grows its clientele by expanding its services About the Company The Business Journal by Katie Arcieri, Staff writer
When Charlie Hall and his colleague Scott Flanagan launched their own construction company in Stoneville six years ago, they didn’t pigeonhole themselves into serving one particular type of business. “We knew we couldn’t be all things to all people,” Hall said. “But we felt like these industries were varied enough that folks would be interested in what we bring to the table.” ... full article
Artistic Oddities By Myla Barnhardt
When the staff at Cirrus Construction gives directions to their business, they tell people to drive to the end of Calvary Road, west of Eden, and look for the igloos ... OK. So they really aren’t igloos, but it’s easy to see why they refer to their three white, dome-shaped buildings that way ... They have about 4,500 square feet of space. People are amazed at how roomy it is inside. There’s even a second floor ... article
Cirrus Construction Inc was recently presented with the Star Builder award for the "Office Building and Warehouse" category. 
Cirrus Construction, Inc. for the sixth
consecutive year has received a Gold
Award from the NC Department of Labor
for having no lost time due to accidents.
Keith Patterson and his Strike Out Breast Cancer bowling team have done it again! This year, the group raised over $4,600 for the Annie Penn Hospital Foundation. The funds will be used for mammography screenings and treatment for breast cancer patients.
Stonesville-based Cirrus Construction Inc. began construction this week on a 10-unit hangar at the Burlington-Alamance Regional Airport that will help meet demand at the facility for small aircraft users ... It's the third hangar project Cirrus has built for the Burlington airport over the past few years, said Charlie Hall, co-owner of Cirrus, which employs 13. Cirrus has also completed other hangar projects for ... .jpg)
Cirrus Construction, Inc. received a Gold Award for the year 2013 from the NC Department of Labor for having no lost time due to accidents in four consecutive years.
Keith Patterson, Vice President and Safety Director for Cirrus Construction, Inc., accepted the 2012 Certificate of Safety Achievement from the North Carolina Department of Labor. This is the third consecutive year that Cirrus has won the award.
