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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
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
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
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.
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
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
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