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Texas Right of Way Associates Announces: We Are a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
Texas Right of Way Associates/TRWA, Inc. announced today they are doing business as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE). “I am pleased to announce TRWA, Inc. is the only Hispanic Minority Business Enterprise Right of Way Acquisitions and Land Survey company doing business in the Barnett... - November 24, 2009 - TRWA, Inc.
NASA Names Thermablok® to Its Top 49 Product Spin-off List for 2009
NASA's new aerogel technology, the highest R-value ever developed, now set to change the world. - November 24, 2009 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
UTRS Awarded Multi-year Contract for Phase 1 of the Dulles Corridor Metrorail Project
Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc. (UTRS) was recently awarded a multi-year contract from Dulles Transit Partners, LLC to continue providing cathodic protection engineering and installation services on the Phase I Dulles Corridor Metrorail Project in Virginia. Phase 1 of the rail project... - November 24, 2009 - Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.
Lexington SC Construction Company Streamlines Process of Building New Homes
People considering new home construction often expect the process to take months to complete. Lexington, South Carolina’s McGuinn Homes has developed a process to take customers through the steps of building new homes in less time while adhering to specific quality standards and guidelines. - November 24, 2009 - Mcguinn Homes
Heritage Landing Next to Host World Golf Village's Sneak Peek Saturday
Heritage Landing is December Stop for The Neighborhoods of World Golf Village's Sneak Peek Saturday. December Sneak Peek Event includes Sertoma Toys for Tots Drive. - November 24, 2009 - The Neighborhoods of World Golf Village
The Recession Vs. The Pest Control Industry
According to Pest Control Industry tracking, homeowners and business owners continue to purchase pest control services despite recessionary times. - November 23, 2009 - Pro-Staff Termite and Pest Control
Special Christmas Networking Reception for Built Environment Professionals at the East London Design Show, Friday December 4th
Business Junction and Design Minded are holding a special networking reception aimed at design and built environment professionals, at The East London Design Show on Friday December 4th at 6.00pm in Shoreditch Town Hall. The event will offer a unique opportunity for London designers, architects and other construction professionals to network over a glass of wine and food, with all the show exhibitors previewing their work. Book here: http://www.businessjunction.co.uk/index.php/fuseaction/events. - November 23, 2009 - Business Junction
Troy Johnson Provides Consumers with the Most Comprehensive Real Estate Search on the Web with an IDX Addition
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to create a sense of ease and efficiency for consumers executing their real estate search online. - November 22, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Calloway’s Nursery Provides Christmas Cards for the U.S. Troops
Calloway’s Nursery will provide all the supplies for customers to make Christmas cards during the annual Christmas Open House event on Nov. 21 and Nov. 28 to distribute to the U.S. troops serving overseas. All day on Nov. 21 and Nov. 28 customers who shop at any Calloway’s Nursery... - November 22, 2009 - Calloway's Nursery
Adame Construction is Recognized as a Leading Roofing Contractor in Austin, TX
Adame Construction has been recognized as one of the leading roofing contractors in Austin, TX. They have recently been selected as "Top Local Roofing Contractors" by Hometown Roofing Contractors - November 22, 2009 - Hometown Roofing Contractors
Mattern & FitzGerald Custom Builders Win the People's Choice Award in the 2009 Parade of Homes
The 2009 Parade of Homes recently awarded the People's Choice Award to Mattern & FitzGerald Custom Builders. Their entry home reflects an attractive new shift in architecture that is a akin to traditional Mediterranean styles from years past. - November 21, 2009 - Mattern & FitzGerald Custom Builders
Realtor John Brosius is Able to Display Local MLS Listing Information on His Website with the Help of a Custom IDX Solution
The highly customizable IDX Broker software provides consumers with the most unique, comprehensive and user-friendly online real estate search possible. - November 21, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Daimer® Boosts Power of Eight Carpet Cleaners
Select XTreme Power® 5800, 5900, 9200 and 9300 floor and auto detailing models increased to pressure levels as high as 150 psi. - November 21, 2009 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Clifford Devlin is Second Demolition Firm to Sign-Up to Construction Sustainability Scheme
Clifford Devlin has become only the second demolition company to sign-up to the UK’s “Halving Waste to Landfill” scheme. The London-based contractor has joined the nationwide construction-industry initiative which is designed to collectively halve, by 2012, the amount of... - November 21, 2009 - Clifford Devlin Ltd
Ned Jennings Appointed Vice Chair of Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Small Business Committee
FreemanWhite (www.freemanwhite.com), an architectural, engineering, interior design and consulting services firm for healthcare organizations worldwide, has announced that Ned Jennings, principal, senior mechanical engineer, and Raleigh office manager, was elected to the 2009/2010 Greater Raleigh... - November 21, 2009 - FreemanWhite
OfficeFinder, LLC Introduces Leanna Hunn as Its Online Spokesperson
OfficeFinder, one of the leading on-line resources for assistance and information on locating office space, has recently obtained the services of actress Leanna Hunn to be their online spokesperson. James Osgood, President of OfficeFinder, LLC states “We wanted to add a real person explaining... - November 21, 2009 - OfficeFinder
Calloway’s Nursery Hosts Blood Drive with Carter BloodCare
Calloway’s Nursery will partner up with Carter BloodCare to host a blood drive at two locations in the Dallas/Fort Worth area on Nov. 21 and Nov. 28. Carter BloodCare will be present during Calloway’s annual Christmas Open House event to accept blood donations. On Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. - November 21, 2009 - Calloway's Nursery
Chris Lewis Fire & Security Launches New Website
South-East provider of bespoke and integrated fire, security, CCTV and access control systems announce the launch of their new website. - November 21, 2009 - Chris Lewis Fire & Security
Free Tennessee Steel Building Quotes Offered at CitySteelBuildings.com
Free Tennessee steel building quotes are now available at CitySteelBuildings.com. Get free quotes for Tennessee steel buildings at: http://www.citysteelbuildings.com/tennessee. - November 21, 2009 - City Steel Buildings
St. Joseph's Health System Breaks Ground on New Critical Care Facility in New Jersey, Inaugurating Phase III of Francis Cauffman's $250 Million Master Plan
On Thursday, November 12, St. Joseph’s Healthcare System (SJHS) broke ground for a new, $100-million, 230,000-sq.-ft. Critical Care Building (CCB), launching the expansion and renovation of St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center in downtown Paterson, New Jersey. The project is part of the hospital's plan to improve its services and revitalize the urban area. - November 21, 2009 - Francis Cauffman
The Most Affordable San Mateo County Homes Are Selling Fast and for More Than List Price
-October 2009 San Mateo County market statistics show a reduction in marketing time and slight increase in median price. With newly initiated sales outpacing new listings, San Mateo County single family home inventory is being absorbed faster than it is being added. - November 21, 2009 - The RayChel Realty Group
VHDRI Skies: Magic Hours, Out Now
Hyperfocal Design releases new High Dynamic Range Image (HDRI) collection, 'VHDRI Skies: Magic Hours.' Digital Art developer Hyperfocal Design has bowed to demands for a VHDRI sunset and twilight collection by offering a huge VHDRI collection with 20 sunset and twilight HDRs. The sky panoramas in Magic Hours weigh in at 14,000 x 7,000 pixels with super high dynamic range - up to 20 stops. Magic Hours is the third product in Hyperfocal's "V Series" of products. - November 20, 2009 - Hyperfocal Design
Best in Class PoE Ethernet Extender Takes Distance - and Operating Conditions- to the Extreme
Ethernet Extension Experts Makes Major Upgrades to Its 865 PoE Ethernet Extension Kit at No Additional Cost. - November 20, 2009 - Ethernet Extension Experts
Rustic Bedroom Decorating Tips from The Camo Shop
Just in time for the holidays, The Camo Shop has some rustic bedroom decorating tips. - November 20, 2009 - The Camo Shop
AIA Iowa Uses Energy Efficiency Education Dashboard at New Office
AIA Iowa, a chapter of the American Institute of Architects, has moved to a new office and is using QA Graphics’ Energy Efficiency Education Dashboard (EEED) to educate the public on the office’s sustainable interior. After 15 years at the 1000 Walnut Street location, AIA Iowa has... - November 20, 2009 - QA Graphics
Birdair, Inc. Completes Work on Hilton Orlando Convention Center
Tensioned Membrane Canopy Tops Hotel’s Main Entrance - November 20, 2009 - Birdair, Inc.
A Custom IDX Broker Addition Connects Consumers with Local MLS Listing Information on Realtors Websites
Easy-to-use and highly customizable IDX search tools simplify and speed up the online property search process for both real estate professionals and their clients. - November 20, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
DesignerHardware.com – Interior Locksets
Each lockset is carefully crafted with the understanding that a beautiful design must be as comfortable to the hand as it is pleasing to the eye. Available in passage, privacy and dummy functions and offered in a wide variety of affluent finishes. - November 20, 2009 - DesignerHardware.com
Tom Booth Named to Chamber Board of Directors
Hardin Construction Company, LLC (www.hardinconstruction.com) has announced that Tom Booth, vice president and general manager for Hardin Construction Company’s Raleigh office, has been chosen to serve on the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce board of directors. In this position, Booth will... - November 20, 2009 - Hardin Construction Company
The Role of Using LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) in Helping Preserve the Environment
Before you decide which materials to use when planning for your next showroom, high rise building or even for your home, consider using alternative materials which helps towards the protection and preservation of the environment. A perfect example of this is using LED lights. Commercial LED based... - November 20, 2009 - Neo-Neon International LLC
Old Saint Nick Will Pose for Free Photos at All Calloway’s Nursery Locations on Nov. 21 and Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Old Saint Nick will pose for free photos at all Calloway’s Nursery locations. On Nov. 21 and Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. visitors can have their child’s picture taken with Santa Claus at no charge during the Calloway’s Christmas Open House. In addition to a visit with Santa,... - November 20, 2009 - Calloway's Nursery
3M Authorized Window Film Dealer Chosen for Golub Headquarters Project
American Sun Control has been chosen to install 3M Window Film at the new Golub headquarters in Schenectady, New York. - November 19, 2009 - American Sun Control LLC
Green Chemicals Clean Stove Hoods and Ducts Without Toxic Degreasers
Eco-Green® Stove Hood Degreaser and Duct Cleaner dissolves greasy oils and fats without environmentally-hazardous solvents. - November 19, 2009 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
3M Appoints MC Products as UK Distributor for Specialist Marine Flooring
MC Products has been appointed UK Distributor for 3M's customised entrance matting system. MC Products manufactures FloMAT non-slip waterproof flooring, and is the UK Distributor for Tek Dek, the market leading teak decking alternative. - November 19, 2009 - MC Products
Calloway’s Nursery Selected as Merchandiser of the Year Finalist by Lawn and Garden Retailer Magazine
Lawn & Garden Retailer magazine selected Calloway’s Nursery as one of four finalists for the prestigious Merchandiser of the Year award for 2009. This is the third year that the publication has conducted the Merchandiser of the Year competition. “Being successful in our industry... - November 19, 2009 - Calloway's Nursery
BJAC Awarded UNCW Marine Sciences Biotechnology Research Facility
Lou Jurkowski, CEO at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), architectural firm offering professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that BJAC’s Charlotte office has been awarded the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) Center for Marine Sciences... - November 19, 2009 - BJAC
Hill & Co. Real Estate's Kim Barnes Receives Special Recognition
Kim Barnes, a local realtor with Hill & Co Real Estate, received special recognition during a tree planting ceremony in Lafayette Park on Saturday, November 7. In attendance were park volunteers, Pacific Heights neighbors, students, and San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department... - November 19, 2009 - Hill & Co. Real Estate
Signature Kitchen Builders Calgary Introduces the “Selection Centre”
Custom Kitchen Design made easy by Calgary Kitchen Manufacturer - November 19, 2009 - Signature Kitchen Builders
IDX Broker Enables Diane Shafer to Edit Her Custom CSS and Global Wrappers, Creating a Unique Branding on Her Site
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to create a quicker and more simplistic online real estate search for both realtors and consumers. - November 19, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Hathaway Presented with ABC STEP Award for Safety Training
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Hathaway Construction Company, Inc. was presented with the STEP (Safety Training & Evaluation Process) Award from the Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. (ABC). This award is in recognition of the company’s Gold Level of achievement for its ongoing... - November 19, 2009 - Hathaway Construction Services
Hathaway Recognized in the Top 25 Atlanta Commercial Contractor List
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Hathaway Construction Company, Inc. is proud to announce that they were ranked number 17 out of 25 in the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s “2009 Top Commercial Contractor List.” This recognition was based on Hathaway’s 2008 Contract Revenue. - November 19, 2009 - Hathaway Construction Services
Hathaway Construction Company Named to Inc. 5000 List of Fastest Growing Companies in America
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Hathaway Construction Company, Inc. was ranked number 1,357 in the 2009 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest Growing Companies in America. The Inc. 5000 companies are decided upon based on percentage revenue growth from 2005 through 2008. To qualify, companies must have been... - November 19, 2009 - Hathaway Construction Services
Rosendin Electric’s Risk Management Team Receives Prestigious Safety Award from International Risk Management Institute
Gary E. Bird Horizon Award Presented for Dramatic Results in Effective Loss Control Program and Creating Corporate Culture Focused on Safety - November 19, 2009 - Rosendin Electric
China Green Building Materials – Growing Opportunities in a Large, Competitive Market
GCiS China Strategic Research has published a study of the China Green Building Materials market, analyzing a cross-section of applications, budgets and thermal zones in Mainland China. - November 18, 2009 - GCiS China Strategic Research
Home Owner Seminar
This seminar will present a comprehensive range of resources to help you make informed decisions when buying your home. - November 18, 2009 - Weichert Realtor Peterson & Associates
Wisconsin Builders Association® Develops Home Construction Contract
The new WBA Home Construction contract has been developed to set a statewide industry standard for a professional agreement between a builder and owner. This user-friendly contract will increase professionalism in residential building through its consistent language, fair and reasonable risk allocation; and fair and reasonable default standards for its members and professionals within the building industry. - November 18, 2009 - Wisconsin Builders Association
Interior Decorating Just Became Easier with "the Decorator's Notebook"
Creating a beautiful home used to be a challenging process, but no longer. Whether you are a DIY or Professional Interior Decorator, The Decorator's Notebook Online Magazine, has removed the fear of decorating and growing a business. This exciting publication, brought to you by The Society of... - November 18, 2009 - The Society of Decorating Professionals
Russell Antonacci Uses IDX to Provide the Most Comprehensive and Easy-to-Use Online Real Estate Search Possible
IDX Broker uses its custom IDX solution to speed up and simplify the online real estate search process, saving both realtors and consumers unnecessary time and hassle. - November 18, 2009 - IDX, Inc.
Colonial Heritage Community Unites to Raise Funds and Awareness for Alzheimer’s Disease
Residents at Lennar’s Colonial Heritage Community Raised More Than $7,500 for Alzheimer’s Research. - November 18, 2009 - Lennar
Bowen Family Homes’ Penny Power Promotion Comes to a Close
Bowen Family Homes awarded $2,500 each to a potential homebuyer and a Realtor at its Grand Finale Penny Toss competition on November 10 at 9 a.m. at the Gwinnett Center in Duluth. Homebuyers tossed pennies from 15-feet for the chance to win new home for $.01, while Realtors also tossed pennies... - November 18, 2009 - Bowen Family Homes