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Blue Ribbon Residential Construction Receives 2007 Star Award For Best Attic Over $100,000
John Sperath, president of Blue Ribbon Residential Construction, has announced that the company has received the 2007 Star Award for Best Attic Over $100,000 from the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County. A panel of expert judges from within the industry selected the winners. Blue... - May 23, 2007 - Blue Ribbon Residential Construction
Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc. Inks Deal with Ivy Chase Apartments
Wesley Phillips, president of Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc., a Licensed General Contractor specializing in fire, water, and smoke damage restoration, has announced that the company has been contracted by Ivy Chase Apartments to provide fire and water damage restoration. Ivy Chase Apartments,... - May 23, 2007 - Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc.
The Construction Centre Sees Rise in Searches as UK Responds to New Smoking Ban Laws
The Construction Centre today announced that searches on its website for signage and smoking shelters have increased significantly over the last two months, as businesses prepare for the new smoking ban laws which come into effect on 1st July 2007. - May 23, 2007 - The Construction Centre
Sound Wall Enclosure Engineered to Reduce Shredder Sound Near Residential Community
Sturgis Iron and Metal retained Acoustical Solutions to assist in a continuous effort to “coexist” with the surrounding residential community in Elkhart, Indiana. After the installation of the Mega-Shredder at the Sturgis facility, Acoustical Solutions was brought in to perform additional sound mitigation, including the design of a sound wall enclosure. - May 22, 2007 - Acoustical Solutions, Inc.
Bob Moore Construction Receives 2007 Outstanding Construction Award for Mouser Electronics Project
Bob Moore Construction has received the 2007 Outstanding Construction Award from Texas Building Branch-Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). The company was selected as the top submission in the category of Industrial / Warehouse Over $5 Million. This is a statewide competition, and the award comes on the heels of Bob Moore Construction winning the Summit Award from QUOIN / AGC. - May 21, 2007 - Bob Moore Construction
Developer's Vision is Catalyst for More Commercial Development
Turning a former landfill into a $90 million retail complex has caused neighboring landowners to rehab, recycle, rebuild in Reading, Mass. - May 18, 2007 - Dickinson Development
The Construction Centre.co.uk Seeks to Help Reduce the UK Building Industry Skills Shortage
The Construction Centre today issued concern for the UK building industry, which is currently seeing continued improvement and buoyancy in the market but which is also simultaneously experiencing a skills shortage. Many industry pundits have also highlighted their worries that despite the apparent... - May 18, 2007 - The Construction Centre
Storm Smart Industries Receives Award from Governor Charlie Crist
The annual Governor’s Hurricane Conference Awards Banquet, held in Fort Lauderdale Wednesday evening, concluded with Fort Myers-based Storm Smart Industries receiving the ‘Corporate Award’ presented to Storm Smart Industries President Brian Rist. Nominated by staff members of the... - May 17, 2007 - Storm Smart
Des Moines, Iowa Handyman Launches New Web Site
Handy Guy, a professional handyman service based out of Des Moines, IA, announced today the launch of a new web site, http://www.handymandesmoines.com. With over 25 years of handyman experience, Handy Guy offers the expertise of a plumber, electrician, roofer and more. - May 16, 2007 - Handy Guy
DBI-SALA Introduces i-Safe™ Intelligent Safety System
Fall protection enters the information age - RFID equipped personal protective equipment combined with web-enabled information management. - May 16, 2007 - Capital Safety Australia
DirectBuy Awards Winnipeg Family $25,000 Home Makeover
DirectBuy, the leading members-only showroom and home design center that offers merchandise at manufacturer-direct prices, awards Winnipeg member with $25,000 home makeover. - May 15, 2007 - DirectBuy
Satori Group, Inc. and Deltek, Inc. Announce Relationship to Provide Integrated Best of Class Reporting, Analytics, and Profitability Management for Project Focused Firms
Satori Group Inc., a premier provider of enterprise class business intelligence and business performance management applications to law firms, professional services, and consumer products companies and Deltek, the leading provider of enterprise management software for project-focused organizations... - May 15, 2007 - Satori Group, Inc.
ProtectConnect Names Stephen P. Anderson as New CEO
Stephen P. Anderson has been named Chief Executive Officer for ProtectConnect, a modular wiring systems device manufacturer, located in Irvine, California. Anderson's responsibilities will include oversight of all branding, customer service and product development for the company, plus maximization... - May 12, 2007 - ProtectConnect
Eastern Refinishing - Bathtub Reglazing Specialists Introduce Hot Tub, Spa and Swimming Pool Restoration
Eastern Refinishing Inc., the largest bathtub and tile refinishing company in North America, in operation for nearly 35 years, has just expanded its product line to include hot tub, spa and swimming pool restoration. Hawk Laboratories, an industry leader in refinishing products, which Eastern Refinishing uses exclusively, has used its extensive knowledge database to develop an array of premium pool, hot tub and spa refinishing products to suit any application. - May 11, 2007 - Eastern Refinishing Inc.
Correct Building Products(R) Introduces CorrectDeck RapidRail(R) CX in Stone White with Microban(R) Antimicrobial Product Protection
New Composite Railing Provides Aesthetically Appealing Low-Luster Finish and the Warm Look of Painted Wood - May 10, 2007 - Correct Building Products
Low-Maintenance Composite Decking Recycled and Recyclable
Correct Building Products (R) expands recycling to include jobsite scrap - May 10, 2007 - Correct Building Products
“Zoo Furniture” Expands Concrete Product Line
Front Range Precast Concrete (FRPC), manufacturers of concrete utility structures for septic service, water cisterns, and advanced treatment units are producing a new product line for 2007. Prefabricated concrete housing for animals like Athos and Diesel is another way FRPC helps contribute to the... - May 10, 2007 - Front Range Precast Concrete
DirectBuild Lends More Than a Helping Hand to the Kempe Foundation
DirectBuild’s Dream Home Will Improve Children’s Reality - May 10, 2007 - DirectBuild Franchising LLC
Practice Makes Perfect at LSU on Sportexe Turf … Tigers Send 12 to NFL, Including No. 1 Pick
JaMarcus Russell Leads LSU to New Record with Four First-Round Picks - May 04, 2007 - Sportexe
Base Builders Announces the Release of Praesto 7.5 - Enhancing the Functionality of its Centralized Practice Management Software Products
Praesto products are optimized software solutions that centralize job tracking, project and business management systems for Architecture and Engineering Firms and Facility/Campus Management Organizations - May 04, 2007 - Base Builders
Lyons Roofing, Inc. Includes Roof-A-Cide® as an Integral Part of their Overall Maintenance Program for their Customers
Roof-A-Cide, the manufacturer of environmentally safe roof cleaning solutions and algae preventatives is making their products available throughout South Florida through a recently established Authorized Roof-A-Cide® Applicator – Lyons Roofing, Inc. (954/370-9109). Roof-A-Cide® is an... - May 02, 2007 - Roof-A-Cide
The Construction Centre.co.uk Predicts UK Air Conditioning Sales Will Heat Up Over the Summer
The Construction Centre today issued a warning to businesses to be prepared for the hot summer temperatures expected. With predictions from the met office that the mean summer temperatures this year will be above long term averages and the odds of exceptionally hot periods increasing, many businesses will not have planned ahead with regards to keeping their staff cool. - May 02, 2007 - The Construction Centre
AAI Environmental Corporation's Employees Telecommute, Which Promotes Conservation and Job Satisfaction by Using Technology to Conduct Environmental Assessments
AAI Environmental Corporation's use of the latest technology for their environmental assessment company's daily communication and collaboration is helping to reduce its employees daily commute fuel consumption and is promoting job satisfaction, by allowing many of its employees to work from their home offices. - April 28, 2007 - AAI Environmental Corporation
Landquest Announces New Administrative Assistant
Jeffrey Milligan, senior vice president of Landquest, a residential development firm specializing in the acquisition, design, permitting and construction of East Coast Communities, has announced that Melinda Joyner has joined the firm as administrative assistant. In this position, Joyner is... - April 26, 2007 - Landquest Development
Commercial Door Hardware Line Available from Hager Companies
The 158-year-old company known for its high-quality architectural hinges has expanded its line over the years to currently include one of the most complete product lines under a single brand in the commercial door hardware industry. - April 25, 2007 - Hager Companies
The Construction Centre.co.uk Reveals Building Industry Search Trends for the Spring Quarter
The Construction Centre released today its assessment of online search trends for building and construction according to its website statistics for the first quarter of 2007. The construction Centre is one of the UK’s largest and busiest directories enabling industry professionals and consumers to find thousands of products and services in one central online location. - April 25, 2007 - The Construction Centre
Marketing in 2007: Fewer Homeowners Opening the Yellow Pages
There is now an easy, effective and inexpensive way for contractors to tap into the growing market of homeowners who look for help via the internet. Home improvement and service professionals are competing for customers in an aggressive market. Skilled tradesman have traditionally relied on word... - April 24, 2007 - ContractorHired.com
Listed Green - The MLS for Green Homes and Developments Worldwide - is Going to be at AltBuild Expo 2007
Listed Green is announcing to the worldwide green audience that they will be present at the 4th Annual AltBuild Expo 2007 in Santa Monica, CA - May 18th and 19th. - April 19, 2007 - Listed Green LLC
Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc. Inks Deal with Cumberland Cove Apartments
Wesley Phillips, president of Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc., a Licensed General Contractor specializing in fire, water, and smoke damage restoration, has announced that the company has been contracted by Cumberland Cove Apartments in Raleigh to provide fire and water damage restoration. - April 18, 2007 - Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc.
The Construction Centre Reviews Health and Safety in the Building Industry
The Construction Centre has reviewed the provisional figures for deaths and injuries in construction which has been issued by the HSE (Health and Safety Executive) for the year 2006-2007. Indications show that there is still a long way for the UK building industry to go in order to reduce the... - April 18, 2007 - The Construction Centre
Real Estate India - RealEstate4India.com to Woo and Lure NRI Investors
RealEstate4India.com a new web portal has been launched by UK based company Sams Auto Trade Pvt Ltd. The company is well known for its successful and most popular websites carsalesindia.com bikesalesindia.com and over 20 other web portals that it runs. The websites together have registered over 500 million hits. Apart from that, most of its customers are NRI’s which provides a greater edge for this new venture. - April 17, 2007 - Sams Auto Trade Pvt Ltd
Bob Moore Construction Receives 2007 Summit Award for Mouser Electronics Expansion Project
Bob Moore Construction has received the 2007 Summit Award from QUOIN, the North / East Texas Chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). Competition included 84 project submissions from 27 construction companies in north and east Texas, recognizing the top construction project... - April 16, 2007 - Bob Moore Construction
Masters Touch Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Masters Touch Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Open House on Saturday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - April 15, 2007 - Masters Touch
New Networking Online Forum for Contractors
New website for contractors to help other contractors post and read experiences about customers. This is the first website of its kind on the Internet. - April 15, 2007 - Contractor Referral List
Problems with DIY and Building Regulations? The Construction Centre Explains All
Over the last few years the UK has seen an explosion of building projects which have been completed by home owners. This has not only put a strain on the available resources within local building control and planning services but has also led to the increase of non compliance to Building Regulations. - April 12, 2007 - The Construction Centre
Small Business Research Board (SBRB) Study: Health Care Costs Again Leading Concern of Small Business; Lower Revenue, Hiring Projections Cause Drop in Confidence Index
Regionally, small businesses in Northeast and Midwest most pessimistic according to SBRB report prepared in conjunction with International Profit Associates. Within the industry categories, confidence in Construction and Contracting sector continues to grow while “Food” business holds steady. Manufacturing and Transportation confidence indexes show significant declines. - April 10, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
ScaffoldMart Introduces America's Meanest Walkboard
ScaffoldMart has designed a walk board built for strength, security and rock-bottom value. Find out more about the Extreme Duty aluminum/plywood scaffold walkboard at http://scaffoldmart.com/aluminum-plywood-walkboards.html. - April 05, 2007 - ScaffoldMart
The Construction Centre Backs National Bid to Raise Equality in the UK Building Industry
The Construction Centre announced today that it fully supports the increasing role of women in the building industry and has committed to raising UK awareness through its website. It will list female Professionals and Tradeswomen in its directories alongside links to Trade Associations such as Women and Manual Trade (WAMT) and the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC). - April 05, 2007 - The Construction Centre
Bravo Productions Celebrates 20 Years - A Reflection on the Company's Roots From Rose Parade Float Builder to Preeminent Event Production Company
From a Rose Parade float builder to becoming one of the most sought after event production companies, Bravo Productions reflects on its successes, learning lessons, trials and tribulation over the company's 20 year journey. - April 04, 2007 - Bravo Productions
Diamond Glass Provide Solution to No Smoking Ban
A Crawley based company in West Sussex believes it has the solution to the No Smoking ban. - April 04, 2007 - Diamond Glass & Windows Ltd
Tradetec Skyline Chicago Announces New Tube Ultra Product Line
Skyline Tube Ultra availabe from Tradetec Skyline Chicago is a great solution for tradeshow kiosks, inline displays and island exhibits. Tube Ultra is offered in both round and square profiles, and has the same size slot as Slotted Tube – so all of Skyline’s current accessories, single-sided Truss, and the Engage panel system integrate seamlessly. - April 02, 2007 - Tradetec Skyline Chicago
Portable Storage Takes a Bite Out of Construction Site Crime
As construction equipment and tool losses escalate, containerized storage offers a safe, secure stowaway to put the foreman’s mind at ease. - March 31, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
New Durra-Core™ Adhesive Makes Weathered Stone™ a Practical Flooring and Countertop Option
Weathered Stone™ is not just for vertical surfaces, the new Durra-Core™ Adhesive hardens and waterproofs Weathered Stone™ from the inside out. Durra-Core™ Adhesive is a two part epoxy designed to saturate the product. While still wet, the Durra-Core™ Adhesive will... - March 30, 2007 - Weathered Stone
STVA Scaffold Boosts its Driving Force
Due to a dramatic increase in sales, STVA Scaffold has expanded its world wide shipping operations by teaming up with additional freight carriers. This is a strategic customer oriented project which is geared towards ensuring that customers receive their products within a reasonable and acceptable... - March 29, 2007 - STVA Scaffold
The Construction Centre.co.uk Joins the Debate Over the New Construction Industry Scheme
The Construction Centre.co.uk today joined the debate surrounding the new Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) which is finally due, after several delays, to come into effect for contractors next week on 1st April 2007. The scheme is the latest revision to a policy originally introduced in 1972 to... - March 29, 2007 - The Construction Centre
Buckingham Township Approval of Unwanted Development Raises New Concerns for Rezoned Industrial Land Near Doylestown Airport
Did you know that two weeks ago, Buckingham Township Supervisors approved a development it did not want but could not reject because the plans submitted met all zoning stipulations? Did you know that Buckingham Township Supervisors could face a similar situation if it is presented with building... - March 28, 2007 - Friends of Doylestown Airport
Charleston Homes Relocates
Scott McCrary, president of Carolina Communities Development Group (CCDG), has announced that Charleston Homes has relocated to 3719 Benson Drive in Raleigh. This new location offers room for growth and increased capabilities for Charleston Homes' services. The homebuilder, previously located at... - March 26, 2007 - Charleston Homes
Georgia Door and Window Installation Company Expands to Offer Siding Installation Services
Right Angle Contracting, a local, family-owned door and window installation company, has expanded their installation services to include siding installation in Cherokee, Cobb, Bartow, Gwinnett, and surrounding counties. “James Hardie® siding is low-maintenance and protects your home... - March 24, 2007 - Right Angle Contracting
Illinois Home Builders Receive $25,000 Grant for Katrina Relief Efforts
Bloomington, Illinois-based Brady Homes, Sugar Creek Construction and 2nd Presbyterian Church receive funds to rebuild home for Katrina victim. - March 23, 2007 - Brady Homes
Logismarket Expand Range of Portable Storage Containers in Online Directory for Industrial Products and Materials Handling
Logismarket extends depth of its industrial directory to meet high demand from retailers, logistics and construction companies for storage solutions. - March 22, 2007 - Logismarket