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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
Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc. Names Director of Marketing
Wesley Phillips, president of Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc., has announced that Shawn M. Oertling has been named Director of Marketing. In this role, Oertling will manage the company’s marketing efforts as well as identify potential markets and develop plans to penetrate them. A native of... - March 21, 2007 - Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc.
FreemanWhite Contracted by Pitt County Memorial Hospital
Ned Jennings, principal at FreemanWhite, has announced that the firm has been contracted by Pitt County Memorial Hospital in Greenville, N.C. to design a renovation for the hospital’s main kitchen. The renovation will provide additional food service capacity that will be needed when the... - March 19, 2007 - FreemanWhite
NPSA Demonstrates Wide-Ranging Industrial Uses for Portable Storage Containers
Industries from retail to medical and institutions from education to government are finding new and innovative uses for portable storage. - March 17, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Mouser Electronics Debuts Dramatic Office and Warehouse Facilities
Bob Moore Construction was the general contractor for the expansion of Mouser Electronics Headquarters. The expansion increases Mouser’s headquarters facility from 173,000 to 432,000 SF. The project included 78,500 SF for office, call center, and data center space. A 3,000 SF two-story rotunda provides a dramatic main entrance. The expansion project also included a new 180,000 SF warehouse. - March 16, 2007 - Bob Moore Construction
Self-storage Company Looks to Warbasse Design to Communicate their Brand and Message Online
Media firm encourages US Storage Centers’ clients to discover the benefits of online services. - March 15, 2007 - US Storage Centers
PinnacleOne Announces the Appointment of Associate Vice Presidents
PinnacleOne, one of the nation’s leading construction consulting firms, today announced the appointment of several individuals to Associate Vice President roles. “PinnacleOne has always been proud to offer our clients the expertise, leadership, and exceptional skills of our... - March 14, 2007 - PinnacleOne, an ARCADIS company
Portable Storage Takes the Stress Out of Spring Cleaning
Containerized storage offers a safe, secure stowaway for important items during annual spring cleaning projects. - March 11, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Professional Handyman Willing to Do Your Dirty Work
Shawn Szewczyk is the guy people can turn to when they are frustrated, stumped and overwhelmed. In fact, you could even say it’s in his blood. Shawn recently opened HomeTask Handyman Services (the second HomeTask franchise in his family), and has begun serving the Raleigh area in the hopes of... - March 10, 2007 - HomeTask.com
FreemanWhite Contracted by Pitt County Memorial Hospital to Design New Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Leading Healthcare Design Firm To Design Cath Lab In Space Vacated By Reading And On-Call Rooms - March 07, 2007 - FreemanWhite
Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc. Launches New Web Site
Licensed General Contractor Creates More User-Friendly And Informative Site - March 06, 2007 - Bryant-Phillips Associates, Inc.
Solid Sealing Technology Introduces a New Standard Product Catalog and Interactive Website Featuring Over 1600 Ceramic to Metal and Glass Ceramic to Metal Assemblies
Solid Sealing Technology launches a new Standard Product Catalog and New Comprehensive Website for standard and custom hermetic vacuum feedthroughs and connectors. - March 06, 2007 - Solid Sealing Technology
NPSA Survey Reveals Top 10 Uses for Portable Storage
Disaster recovery, mobile on-site offices and controlled record storage emerge as some of the most popular uses for these economical containers. - March 04, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Stockton Infrared Thermographic Services, Inc. Announces the Launch of RoofScanIR™
Stockton Infrared Thermographic Services, Inc., (SITS) announces the launch of their newest service line and website, RoofScanIR™. The Launch will be announced at the RCI (Institute of Roofing, Waterproofing, & Building Envelope Professionals) International Convention and Trade... - March 04, 2007 - Stockton Infrared Thermographic Services, Inc.
Toll Brothers’ Country Club Division and LRA Worldwide Develop Program to Measure & Improve the Club Member Experience
Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE: TOL; www.tollbrothers.com), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, has partnered with LRA Worldwide, Inc. to develop a program to comprehensively measure and improve the member and guest experience at the private clubs within its Country Club Division. - March 02, 2007 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
Cyrus L. Bowen Named Metropolitan Who's Who Honored Member in Underground Construction
Cyrus L. Bowen Owner of Cyrus L. Bowen Construction, has been named Metropolitan Who's Who Honored Member Representing Underground Construction. - March 02, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Bison Builders Website Viewed by 100 Visitors a Day
Bison Builders, a local custom home builder in Colorado Springs reached 100 visitors a day in January. - March 02, 2007 - WSI Colorado Springs
Father and Son Revolutionize Portable Rigging Cranes
Father and son launch versatile, portable rigging crane with fully adjustable legs. - March 02, 2007 - Ez-Rig Cranes
Marble Shield™ Is Now Available Thru Granite Shield
Lifetime Warranty for Marble, Travertine & Limestone - March 01, 2007 - Granite Shield
Charleston Homes President James E. Baker Joins Me Fine Foundation Board of Advisors
James E. Baker To Foster Community Support For Local Non-Profit Organization - March 01, 2007 - Charleston Homes
Announcing the Promotion of Clemens Rossell to the Position of Design Team Leader
Trinity | ERD is pleased to announce the promotion of Clemens J. Rossell to the position of Design Team Leader. Clemens is responsible for the overall operations of the Trinity | ERD Design Team, including Engineering and CAD. With over 25 years of professional experience, Clemens joined... - February 28, 2007 - Trinity | ERD
Home Energy Efficiency Dependant on Replacement Window Technology
Home owners planning to maximize the resale value or efficiency of a property diminish their potential when failing to take the importance of modern replacement windows into consideration. - February 27, 2007 - Newpro Replacement Windows
Rogers Sales Co. – Exotic Architectural Veneers – Custom Plywood and Doors
Rogers Sales Co. is offering over 60 species of Wood Veneers, examination of numerous Flitch samples in all Foreign and Domestic Species is possible in their showroom or on line. After selection, Custom Plywood and Doors can be fabricated. - February 26, 2007 - Rogers Sales Co
Rogers Sales Co. Adds Curved Plywood, Curved Plywood Components & Furniture Parts to Its Line of Premium Grade Wood Products
The Rogers Sales Co. can now offer Curved Plywood, Curved Plywood Components and Furniture Parts with many options with regard to face Veneers and inner plies. Rogers Sales Co. offers these components on a custom basis across a wide variety of industries. - February 25, 2007 - Rogers Sales Co
NPSA Resale Expo 2007 Summit Brings Storage Experts Together in California
The annual conference will be held April 29-May 1 at the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa in Monterey, Calif. as portable storage leaders unite for informational exchange. - February 25, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Rogers Sales Co. Announces Stock Hardwood Moulding Program
Rogers Sales Co. is offering a unique Moulding program that gives the woodworker / contractor several choices in Hardwood Mouldings and High End Trim where previously set up charges and minimum orders would prevent a small run of preferred species in Hardwood Mouldings. - February 24, 2007 - Rogers Sales Co
New Mexico Fine Art Hardware Firm Forges Forward
Cecelia Gutierrez’s DimeStore Cowboys Melds Old World Craftsmanship With Dedication to Design Partnership and Personalized Service. - February 24, 2007 - DimeStore Cowboys
New Line of Commercial Exit Devices Feature Exclusive Lifetime Warranties
Hager Companies recently introduced a new line of exit devices designed and engineered to offer superior quality and outstanding value, in both commercial Grade 1 and standard-duty models. Hager’s new line of 4500 Series exit devices is ANSI/BHMA certified Grade 1 and backed with an... - February 24, 2007 - Hager Companies
Hager Companies Introduces New Line of Commercial Door Locks
Hager Companies recently introduced a new line of ANSI /BHMA certified locks that combine both premium quality and a value price—filling a long-standing need in the door hardware marketplace. Designed and built to the highest standards to assure long-lasting performance and reliability,... - February 24, 2007 - Hager Companies
Foreign Exotic and Domestic Veneers- Veneer Sheets from Rogers Sales Co.
The Rogers Sales Co. is now selling sheet Veneers in Foreign Exotic and Domestic species with many hard to find sizes available including 4 x 8, 4 x 10, 4 x 12, 5 x 8, 5 x 10, 5 x 12. - February 24, 2007 - Rogers Sales Co
One Man's Home is Another Man's Advertising Opportunity
One man's independent project to build a Showcase Home where everything in the homebuilding and home ownership process will be showcased in the Project Home to be located in the Asheville, NC area. - February 24, 2007 - Showcase Home Project 2007
Birmingham Based Structural Engineers, DTA Consultants, Expand into New Premises
As specialist "facade engineering" designers DTA Consultants specialise in low carbon footprint buildings. Recent projects include 950 student accommodation units for University of Birmingham, 2nd Phase of Custard Factory - offices and “hanging balconies”, HQ for Birmingham Institute for the Deaf, Indian Community Centre in Wembley etc. - February 23, 2007 - DTA Consultants
Weathered Stone™: Natural Stone’s New Competition
Weathered Stone™ the World’s First Bendable Stone is a hand made stone and leather replica covering that is only 1/32nd of an inch thick. Weathered Stone™ can be adhered to practically all solid, interior spaces. “Weathered Stone™ can be installed over a multitude... - February 22, 2007 - Weathered Stone
Wide Range of Logistics Industry is Reflected by Analysis of Web-Usage on Online Industrial Directory
The breadth of services required by purchasing managers and other professionals using storage, packaging and industrial equipment in their working lives is illustrated in a review of searches by users of the Logismarket online logistics directory, www.logismarket.co.uk The top searches on... - February 22, 2007 - Logismarket
Rogers Sales Company is Now Offering Edgebanding, Glue Cartridges & Pellets
Rogers Sales Co. is now selling edgebanding pre-glued and Automatic [no glue] rolls offered in over 225 wood species. They also sell PVC edgebanding to match all major laminate manufacturers. Glue cartridges and glue pellets for most edgebanders are also available. - February 21, 2007 - Rogers Sales Co
Home Acres Building Supply Makes Room for Growth with Infor’s Industry-Leading ERP Solution
Midwest Building Supplier Goes Live with Large Scale ERP Rollout Integrated with Enhanced Purchasing Capability - February 15, 2007 - Infor