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Now Available: the World's First Solution for Capping the Power-over-Ethernet Voltage Problem
New and Affordable 324 PoE Reducer First Product to Cap/Reduce ‘hot’ Ethernet Extended PoE to 24v Standard - December 16, 2009 - Ethernet Extension Experts
2009 Edition of the Crane Technical Paper No. 410 (TP-410) Ships Today
Engineered Software Announces the First Shipments of the New 2009 Edition of Technical Paper No. 410. The first major rewrite in over 20 years and includes new chapters, and accompanying online calculators. - December 16, 2009 - Engineered Software, Inc.
Contractor Solution Network Launches Its Website Creation Service
The Contractor Solution Network, LLC (CSN) launched its website creation service, named CSN Creation (http://www.CSNCreation.com). CSN Creation offers website creation services based on templates, as well as custom website design and creation suited to customer needs. CSN Creation offers its... - December 13, 2009 - Contractor Solution Network, LLC
Universal Valve Co. Unveils New Bollard Covers
Universal Valve Co. recently released their new bollard covers designed to enhance and protect the appearance of bumper post steel bollards in all indoor and outdoor applications. - December 13, 2009 - Universal Valve Co.
Portakabin Works Around the Clock to Help the Flood-Hit Community in Cockermouth
The Portakabin rapid-response team has installed an interim building for two Cockermouth GP surgeries, which serve 15,000 patients, after their buildings were destroyed in the Cumbria floods. Working over a weekend and in adverse weather conditions, Portakabin has just delivered and erected a 624... - December 13, 2009 - Portakabin
Insights with Host Hugh Downs Features Donald Trump and Trump Plaza
Trump Entertainment Resorts as Part of the Interstitial Programming for Public Television. - December 12, 2009 - InsightsSeries
Bob Moore Construction Participates in 5th Annual SAFE Stand Down
Bob Moore Construction participated in the November, 2009 Safety Awareness For Everyone (SAFE) stand-down, sponsored by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). To support the SAFE stand-down, participating general contractors stop work at their jobsites and perform training on current safety-related topics for all workers on the sites. The latest stand-down focused on fall protection and the proper use of harnesses, tie-offs and other safety gear. - December 12, 2009 - Bob Moore Construction
New Lead-Based Paint Regulations Require Special Certification by April 2010, Thirteen Remodeling Contractors Will be Certified to Work on Pre-1978 Renovations
13 Raleigh-area contractors passed the limited lead-based paint renovation class to renovate homes and child-occupied facilities built before 1978. These 13 soon to be certified lead renovators will meet the new lead paint regulations required for contractors by April 2010. - December 12, 2009 - Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake Co.
Bob Moore Construction Completes Largest LEED Gold Core and Shell Industrial Project in Texas
Built by General Contractor Bob Moore Construction, the 1.16 Million SF Pioneer 360 Business Center in Arlington, Texas has been certified a LEED Gold Core & Shell industrial project. This is one of the first industrial projects in Texas to achieve this certification, and is the largest industrial project to do so. The project included the demolition of an 800,000 SF mall, and the buildings were built with tilt-up construction. - December 10, 2009 - Bob Moore Construction
ACT Global Sports Earns Synthetic Turf Council Certification
STC certification another recognition of quality and reputation for leading artificial turf manufacturer. - December 09, 2009 - Act Global
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Seminar for Defective Drywall in Gainesville, Florida
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has scheduled a second seminar for the Defective Drywall Inspection and Remediation certification. - December 09, 2009 - Building Envelope Science Institute
High Tech for a High Calling: Ethernet Extension Goes to Church
A Cape Cod Church Embraces High Technology to Reach a Modern, Tech-Savvy Community - December 09, 2009 - Ethernet Extension Experts
Cement Industry in France, Italy and Spain - Brand-New Market Analyses
Today, Global Research & Data Services is going to publish several market analyses about the cement markets in Europe. Cement - France Cement - Italy Cement - Spain These brand-new market analyses give a clear overview of the actual situation and future outlook of the cement markets in some... - December 09, 2009 - Global Research & Data Services
Bay Area Developer Growing Through the Storm
Americap Development Partners expands executive team by welcoming Mark Rowson as President. - December 09, 2009 - Americap Development Partners
Free Montana Steel Buildings Quotes Now Available on City Steel Buildings
Free Montana steel building quotes now available at CitySteelBuildings.com. - December 09, 2009 - City Steel Buildings
The Around the Clock Freightliner Group Debuts New Two-Building Complex in South Dallas by General Contractor Bob Moore Construction
Bob Moore Construction was the general contractor for the new 200,308 SF ATC Freightliner complex in Dallas Texas. Originally designed entirely as pre-engineered buildings, the project ultimately featured a blend of steel and concrete; the structures and roofs are pre-engineered steel systems from Varco Pruden Buildings, and the two-story walls were created with tilt-up construction. - December 08, 2009 - Bob Moore Construction
Dnc3 Retail Development Consulting Firm Opens New Office in Ogden, UT
DNC3 provides new and expanding franchisers and franchisees with a full range of services including concept development and real estate analysis and selection; interior and exterior design and drafting; management of the construction process; and new store development. - December 08, 2009 - DNC3
Shadow Creek Ranch Builder - Westin Homes in Its Final Phase - Tim Foster
Shadow Creek Ranch is a 3,500-acre lake themed master planned community south of Houston Texas offering homes from $150s to over $1 million. Shadow Creek Ranch is the #1 selling master-planned community in the Houston-Pearland Metroplex. - December 06, 2009 - Westin Homes
CADO Real Estate Group's Staff Recognized by National Association of Home Builders as Region's Best
Five members of CADO Real Estate Group were recently honored by the National Association of Home Builders with Silver Awards for their achievements in new-home sales and marketing, recognizing their efforts as among the best in the nation. - December 06, 2009 - CADO Real Estate Group, Inc.
NEEP Launches Northeast CHPS 2.0: Premier High Performance School Protocol Meets Demand for Greening Existing Buildings
Northeast-CHPS 2.0 is a set of building and design standards for the construction or renovation of energy efficient, environmentally friendly, healthy school facilities from pre-K through community colleges. - December 06, 2009 - Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships
Capital Safety Australia Introduces Safety Harness with In-Built Personal Flotation Device
Uniquely Designed to Provide Fall Protection and Buoyancy Protection - December 04, 2009 - Capital Safety Australia
Griffin's 3 Stage Water-Jet Pumps Provide High Volume, High Pressure, High Head Capacity and Now Come Equipped with Tier 3 Engines for Cleaner Emissions
These 3 stage pumps are fairly unique large size units in that they are now being built with tier 3 engines for the cleanest emissions able to meet the strictest environmental regulations. Griffin has produced several of these new more environmentally friendly hi-pressure, hi-flow, hi-head capacity pumps with tier 3 engines in Griffin's manufacturing facility in Houston in 2009. - December 04, 2009 - Griffin Pump & Equipment, Inc.
New York City’s First ‘Zero Energy Building’ Coming to the Red Hook Section of Brooklyn
Designs for New York’s first sustainable zero-energy, live/work building are nearing completion, with ground-breaking scheduled for February and completion planned for summer 2010. This structure is expected to become a distinctive new addition to the Red Hook section of Brooklyn. As defined... - December 03, 2009 - Redhook Green
Daniel Insulation Appoints Global Vision’s to Provide Online Marketing, SEO, and Hosting for Its Firm
Daniel Insulation’s mission is to provide prompt quality of service and customer satisfaction. Through online marketing Global Vision's will reach out to internet users and provide message. - December 03, 2009 - Global Visions
Lead Sheet - No Weatherproof Product is as Efficient or Sustainable as Lead Sheet
Builders, architects and craftsmen can now take advantage of the falling cost of raw materials. The price of lead sheet has not been so low for years. This new price level has reinforced the competitiveness of lead sheet in comparison to synthetic alternatives available in the market. Choosing to... - December 03, 2009 - European Lead Sheet Industry Association
Reliance Fall Protection Introduces Reusable Concrete Anchor
Reliance Fall Protection, a leader in custom fall protection solutions, is pleased to introduce the Reusable Concrete Anchor as an addition to their extensive line of unique anchorage devices. The Reusable Concrete Anchor Provides a safe, fall arrest rated 5,000 lb. (22kN) anchor point for... - December 03, 2009 - Reliance Fall Protection
Lennar Jacksonville Opens Its Doors to Local Realtors
Homebuilder Celebrates Johns Creek II Model Grand Opening with Realtor Luncheon. - December 03, 2009 - Lennar, East Coast Division
Georgia Builder Completes a Recent "Self Renovation" Project
Highlight Homes, LLC Launches New Website and Blog - December 03, 2009 - Highlight Homes, LLC
NewProductHelp.com at the Forefront of Marketing Blitz for Krol Shield Invention
Henryk K., an Indiana-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Krol Shield concept to manufacturers and marketers the world over for the next 2 years. A highly innovative and appealing new product with considerable functional... - December 03, 2009 - New Product Help, Inc.
Commercial Silk Int'l Creates CAD Drawings of Silk Plants and Artificial Trees for Architects, Interior Designers and Landscape Architects
New library of 2D CAD Drawings and 3-Part Product Specifications of silk plants available for free download. - December 02, 2009 - Commercial Silk Plants and Trees
Accel Framing, Inc.® Announced Today That President, Ryan Holmes, is the Newly Elected President of the San Diego NARI Chapter
Accel Framing, Inc.®, providing Solution Driven® framing, announced today that President, Ryan Holmes has been elected President of the San Diego Chapter of the National Association of the Remodel Industry (NARI). - December 02, 2009 - Accel Framing, Inc.
New Remote Controlled Traffic Light Saves Businesses, Cities, & Organizations on Operational Costs While Increasing Construction Awareness
But developers at an Ohio-based company say they have the solution, especially for those in the area of construction and safety. “It’s called the Remote Controlled Traffic Light,” said spokesman Mike Miller. “This new, breakthrough traffic light provides businesses, cities,... - December 01, 2009 - Remote Traffic Light
BRAOA Now Offering Canadian Bathtub Refinishing Referral Services
In a statement released today, the Bathtub Refinishing Association of America has announced that it is expanding its bathtub refinishing referral services to bathtub refinishing service providers in Canada. - December 01, 2009 - Bathtub Refinishing Association of America
Arizona Property Management Company GoRenter.com Offers an Interactive Map That Makes Searching for a Rental Home Easy
Arizona property management company GoRenter.com offers advanced search abilities such as their online interactive rental map and homes for rent by city search filter. Use of this technology has given potential rental clients the ability to quickly search homes for rent in AZ without having to put in any of their personal information. This is a free service offered by Arizona property management company GoRenter.com. - November 30, 2009 - GoRenter.com
NewProductHelp.com to Head Marketing Efforts for Hayhurst Pulley System Invention
Paul H., Indiana resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Hayhurst Pulley System invention to industry. A simple yet effective new item sure to appeal to all tradesmen and do-it-yourselfers, the Hayhurst Pulley System boasts... - November 29, 2009 - New Product Help, Inc.
NH Green Builder to Discuss Green Building on WCRN Radio
New Hampshire green custom home builder Steven Reddy of Zetland Homes LLC to discuss green building and energy efficiency on "The Other Albert Show" WCRN Radio. - November 28, 2009 - Zetland Homes LLC
Ancra Systems Have Developed an Innovative Logistics Solution for the Construction Sector
The safe delivery and transport of voluminous materials is now possible. - November 28, 2009 - Ancra Systems BV
Cement Industry in Germany - a Brand-New Market Analysis
Global Research & Data Services published recently a market analysis about the German cement industry. Cement - Germany This brand-new market analysis gives a clear overview of the actual situation and future outlook of the cement market in Germany. The subjects discussed in the market... - November 28, 2009 - Global Research & Data Services
Omniroc, Inc. Opens New Headquarters in US
New headquarters for "green" building product manufacturer in Dallas, Texas.; - November 27, 2009 - Omniroc, Inc.
Window Market in Russia
Global Research & Data Services published recently a market analysis about the Russian window market. Windows - Russia This brand-new market analysis gives a clear overview of the actual situation and future outlook of the window market in Russia. The subjects discussed in the market analysis... - November 27, 2009 - Global Research & Data Services
Stonhard Floors Play a Key Role as the Rebuilding of Greensburg Continues
Stonhard is proud to be part of the rebuilding of Greensburg, Kansas, which was almost wiped off the map after a devastating tornado in 2007. - November 27, 2009 - Stonhard, Inc.
AAA Quality Home Improvement Adds Pat Flynn of Reston, Virginia's Keller Williams Realty to Its Northern Virginia Top Real Estate Agent Listing
AAA Quality Home Improvement is enthusiastic about having Pat Flynn, of the Town and County Group / Keller Williams Realty of Reston, Virginia, as one of its preferred partners and trusted source for real estate information, trends and insider tips. - November 26, 2009 - AAA Quality Home Improvement
Door Market in Germany - a Brand-New Market Analysis
Global Research & Data Services published recently a market analysis about the door market in Germany. Doors - Germany This brand-new market analysis gives a clear overview of the actual situation and future outlook of the door markets in Germany. The subjects discussed in the market analysis... - November 26, 2009 - Global Research & Data Services
Second Certification Seminar for Defective Drywall Held in Gainesville, Florida
Defective Drywall in America workgroup, Building Envelope Science Institute and U S Building Consultants are presenting the certification for Chinese or other defective drywall in Gainesville, Florida on December 13-15, 2009 at the Best Western Gateway Grand. This program will certify inspectors, consultants, project managers, and remediation contractors. - November 25, 2009 - USBCI
USBCI Introduces Certifications for Defective Drywall in Gainesville, Florida
Second training seminar for defective drywall inspection and remediation. - November 25, 2009 - USBCI
Harford Attachments Release New I - Lock Quick Hitch
Balfour Beatty Utility Systems and Skanska UK bring in new safety legislation for their quick hitches for sub contractors. Harford Attachments new I-lock quick hitch has been approved. - November 25, 2009 - Harford Attachments
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.
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