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J. Wales Construction Finalizes New Hilton Garden Inn in Arlington, Texas
J. Wales Construction expanded its hospitality portfolio last week with the completion of a new Hilton Garden Inn in Arlington, Texas. The six-story, steel frame hotel features 135 rooms and a convention center, providing tourists and business professionals with a new home away from home in the... - February 13, 2017 - J Wales Enterprises
High Global Construction Activities to Drive Commercial Roofing Materials Market, Estimated to Reach US$10.38 Bn Till 2024
Report provide an in-depth analysis of the commercial roofing materials market trends and also the industry growth rate in the coming years. Study also provides a detailed view of the commercial roofing materials market by segmenting it based on building type and materials type. - February 12, 2017 - Market Research Hub
Getzner to Speak at Foam Expo, Reducing Building Vibration with Polyurethane
Case Study: Structure-Borne Noise Due to Condominium Machinery - February 11, 2017 - Getzner
Shotcrete Market is Expected to Reach $7,819 Million, Globally by 2022
Global shotcrete market report published by Allied Market Research was valued at $4,441 million in 2015, and is expected to reach $7,819 million by 2022 growing at a CAGR of 8.6% during the forecast period 2014-2022 Underground Construction segment was the largest contributor for global shotcrete... - February 10, 2017 - Allied Market Research
Global eTraining Announces Appointment of Shawna Snukst as Chief Executive Officer
Global eTraining (GeT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Shawna Snukst as Chief Executive Officer. Shawna transitions into this role from the position of Vice President of Operations with Global eTraining. In this capacity her team has doubled course offerings in the Architecture,... - February 09, 2017 - Global eTraining
Polycrete Moves the Target Again with the V1 Series ICF
The national leader in ICF technology, PolycreteUSA simplifies energy efficient construction that stands up to Mother Nature. Polycrete’s new V1 Series insulated concrete form (ICF) has permanent rigid foam insulation on one side and a re-usable plywood forming panel on the other. This novel system works much easier than other one-sided ICF products available in North America. - February 09, 2017 - PolycreteUSA
CrowdReviews.com Partnered with ACM Events Announces Thousands of Energy Efficient Mosques Are Being Built in Dubai
The number of mosques in Dubai is expected to grow, with 61 new mosques currently under construction in just two neighborhoods of Dubai. According to the Dubai Statistic Centre (DSC), there were 2,036 mosques located in Dubai in 2015, showing a 20.3% increase from 2014 (1,692 mosques). Dubai is... - February 09, 2017 - topseos.com
Timetric Report Exhibits Positive Standings for Chinese Energy & Utilities Infrastructure Construction Industry by 2020
Report contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the energy and utilities construction industry, including a breakdown of the data by construction activity. The databook provides historical and forecast valuations of the industry using the construction output and value-add methods. - February 05, 2017 - Market Research Hub
Global Industrial Emission Control Systems Market is Expected to Garner $21,133 Million by 2022
Industrial Emission Control Systems Market Report, published by Allied Market Research, forecasts that the global market is expected to garner $21,133 million by 2022. Electrostatic precipitators (ESP) are estimated to dominate the market from 2015-2022. Asia-Pacific led the market, accounting for around 40% of the global market in 2015. - February 04, 2017 - Allied Market Research
Self Storage Project - Downtown Dallas - Design District
Storage Choice to begin construction on 120,000 sq ft self storage project in Design District. - February 03, 2017 - Storage Choice
Joseph Buono Promoted to Senior Account Manager in Real Estate Group of New Day Underwriting Managers
Joseph Buono has been promoted to Senior Account Manager within the Real Estate Practice of New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, a leading specialty intermediary of environmental and construction-related professional liability insurance coverages. He is responsible for supporting the company’s... - February 03, 2017 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Central Florida General Contractor Announces the Start of New Multi-Family Projects in Orlando and Atlanta
Roger B. Kennedy Construction has started construction on 2 apartment complexes to be completed in the fall of 2017. - February 03, 2017 - Roger B. Kennedy Construction
New Partnership Extends German-Based Construction Materials Technology Platform to North America
New North American business provides the construction materials and geotechnical industry with individualized software solutions backed with advanced engineering expertise and support. - February 02, 2017 - LASTRADA Partners
Lifetime Windows and Doors Opens in Phoenix, Bringing Jobs and Energy Saving Home Improvement Options
A new replacement window and door company is on the scene in Arizona. Lifetime Windows and Doors has just opened in Phoenix, creating new job opportunities in the area as well as offering quality windows and doors that will help residents save on high energy bills and increase the value of their home. - January 28, 2017 - Lifetime Windows and Siding
Future BIM Implementation Qatar Conference: Keeping Up with Global Construction Trends
This focused conference will support the optimisation of BIM implementation to improve the management of complex construction and infrastructure projects. - January 28, 2017 - Advanced Conferences & Meetings
OHM Advisors Announces Five New Shareholders
OHM Advisors' Board of Directors and Partners (www.OHM-Advisors.com) are pleased to announce the addition of five new shareholders: Aaron Call, PE, Steven Loveland, PE, PTOE, Steven Warren, PE, Murat Ulasir, PhD, PE and Charles Rolfe, PE. All were elected to the 55-year-old firm’s ownership... - January 27, 2017 - OHM Advisors
The Smart MEP Summit Aims to Breathe Technology Into Construction
Internet of Things (IoT) will change they way building "interact" with people. - January 26, 2017 - Gulf Learning
TEAM Lighting Launches New Interactive Website with The Luminaire Selector; More Than Just a Line Card, The Luminaire Selector Offers Fixture Images and More
TEAM Lighting, a manufacturers’ representative for architectural, commercial, industrial, multi-family, outdoor, and emergency lighting, is bringing state of the art resources to their specifiers by offering a new interactive website that includes The Luminaire Selector, a one of a kind on line catalogue featuring products from the manufacturers they represent. - January 25, 2017 - Luminaire Marketing
Stoneworks Wholesaling Announces Their Attendance at this Year's Annual Pool and Spa Show in Atlantic City
Stoneworks Wholesaling, a Worcester area wholesaler of travertine pavers and other masonry products, has announced its upcoming participation in the 2017 Pool and Spa Show in Atlantic City as an exhibitor at booth #1748. - January 25, 2017 - Stone Works Wholesaling LLC
Dixon Sewell Joins PrivatePlus Mortgage
Veteran mortgage banker Dixon Sewell has been named Senior Vice President and Regional Manager for PrivatePlus Mortgage, with responsibility for Georgia mortgage operations. - January 24, 2017 - PrivatePlus Mortgage
Chapel Hill Architect Receives "Best of Houzz" Honors for Customer Service Second Year in a Row
Among remodeling and design professionals throughout North America and around the world - January 20, 2017 - Arielle Condoret Schechter, AIA, Architect
Location is Everything at Deerfield Village Apartments
Deerfield Village Apartments, in the heart of Deerfield, Illinois, provides its residents with a “warm and welcoming” feeling in a prime urban living location near public transportation, restaurants, and major retailers, including Whole Foods, Barnes and Noble, Starbucks, and more. The... - January 20, 2017 - Deerfield Village Apartments
Roofinox to Host Best Practice Seminars Dedicated to Stainless Steel Roofing & Cladding
Roofinox, the leading manufacturer of architectural stainless steel, has launched a new series of best practice seminars dedicated to the safe and correct use of stainless steel roofing & cladding. Each 90-minute session is designed as a hands-on introduction to application benefits, tips and... - January 19, 2017 - Roofinox
New Day Underwriting Managers Unveils Newly-Enhanced Website
Updated Features Make Site Easier to Navigate & Access from Mobile Devices - January 19, 2017 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Over 350 Companies from 44 Countries to be Part of BUILDEXPO Kenya 2017
The 20th edition of BUILDEXPO Kenya, East Africa’s largest building and construction show is all set for another massive event with over 350 exhibitors signed up from 44 countries including Germany, China, India, Turkey, Italy, UAE and Greece along with leading construction firms from East... - January 19, 2017 - Expogroup
Used Equipment Guide Launches the World’s Largest Used Equipment Search Engine
Search 200+ used equipment sites and 1+ million listings with a single search. - January 19, 2017 - Used Equipment Guide
Invisco Selected by IdeaBuyer for Investment in Tornado Rooftop Whole House Fan
IdeaBuyer.com has become the world's largest marketplace for patents and has processed billions of dollars in patent sales. It is also an investor in patents and a marketing company connected with major retailers all over the United States. Their investing decision makers selected the Invisco Tornado Rooftop Whole House Fan to receive almost $20,000 worth of services to take the invention to their market. - January 17, 2017 - Invisco
Surety Executive Elected to City Council
Founder and CEO of South Coast Surety, Steven Swartz, was recently elected to the City Council of San Clemente, CA. With Mr. Swartz’s 40 years in finance and the decades of Surety experience which include his building a National Managing General Surety Underwriting Agency that has significant in-house authority, it is expected that his extensive knowledge of public works and funding will greatly benefit the city. - January 17, 2017 - South Coast Surety
Al Jaber Building Celebrates 38 Million Man-Hours LTI Free
Al Jaber Building (AJB), continues with their success on the Construction of Building Accommodation in Ruwais Housing Complex Expansion - Phase 4, Abu Dhabi - UAE, by achieving 38 million man-hours without LTI. - January 17, 2017 - Al Jaber Group
Lumastrobe Warning Light Creates the Sentinel, a Passive Infrared Motion Sensor Safety Light
Safety light with passive infrared motion sensor. Ideal for warehouses and busy work zones. Also great for distribution facilities. Lumastrobe Warning Lights has received repeated requests for a motion sensor safety light. Reduce liability and claims! Protect workers in small spaces and aisles with the Sentinel, the ideal safety warning light for busy work zones. There is also the potential for accidents. Hidden aisles and spaces in a warehouse could spell disaster. - January 14, 2017 - Lumastrobe Warning Lights
Solidiance Releases a White Paper: Will Thailand 2.0 Revive the Construction Industry?
Despite an overall economic slowdown between 2014-2015, the future outlook for Thailand’s construction sector looks optimistic. Thailand’s construction market is estimated to reach up to USD 41.4 billion by 2016, mostly driven by public investments in infrastructure. This white paper aims to analyze growth opportunities and the future outlook of Thailand’s construction sector in the residential, commercial, and industrial markets. - January 14, 2017 - YCP Solidiance
Remodelers and Custom Home Builders Learn Best Business Practices
The Aspire Institute teams with Northern Arizona Building Association to host one-day advanced business training in Flagstaff, AZ January 17. - January 13, 2017 - The Aspire Institute
The Barn at Walnut Hill
Poole & Poole Architecture renovates historic barn into 21st century green technology home. - January 12, 2017 - The Wright Scoop
Karl Ivester Appointed 2017 President of the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston (BRAGB)
New England Shutter Mills announced today that company founder and President Karl Ivester has been appointed 2017 President of the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston (BRAGB) – the industry’s leading trade organization. Ivester is a long-time resident of Belmont and a... - January 11, 2017 - New England Shutter Mills
The BSC Group Arranges $30M Refinancing for Long Island City Self-Storage Property
The BSC Group, LLC, a leading commercial real estate financing advisor and provider of debt and equity capital solutions for self-storage investors, announced the arrangement of $30M in non-recourse construction loan takeout financing for a self-storage property in Long Island City, NY. Loan... - January 10, 2017 - The BSC Group, LLC
Big Trees Inc. Hired for Tree Transplanting in Redmond, WA
Big Trees Inc., (http://bigtreesupply.com/), a tree transplant and tree nursery company in the Seattle area, has been hired to move and transplant some large trees on a property being developed in Redmond, WA. The trees are currently in the footprint of a large planned apartment development, and... - January 10, 2017 - Big Tree Supply Inc.
Letwaitis to Lead Vistage CEO and Business Executive Group in Chicagoland
Jo T. Letwaitis' WHY of inspiring and promoting the power of peer engagement and thoughtful challenge has led her to become a Vistage CEO and Chair. By leading private advisory boards for CEOs, Business Executives and other C-level executives through monthly meetings, she assists them with issue processing, fueled by the strength and energy of other members. In addition, she meets one-to-one with each member monthly to discuss other matters that are relevant to their success. - January 09, 2017 - Vistage Worldwide, Inc.
Corsican Villas Improves Streets and Property Values with European Style Interlocking Pavers
On December 4th, 2016, Farley Pavers broke ground on the 86,734 square foot Corsican Villas community improvement project designed to bring classic charm and sophistication to the 40+ year old Palm Desert community. - January 07, 2017 - Farley Interlocking Pavingstones
Nationally Published Author Toby Waxman Releases New Project Management Book Based on 30 Years Expertise
Over 30-years project management experience & expertise unpacked. Projects are fraught with landmines. This book provides the insight in how to maneuver around them. Each Proven Principle is illuminated with impactful Cases In Point & Examples to help you apply them to meet your needs. A "Must Read" for anyone in today's complex business world. Presented in a highly engaging, compelling & sometimes humorous and anecdotal way. - January 06, 2017 - Graphic Quill Media
Konstrukt 2.0: It’s Time for the Next Design Icon
Konstrukt 2.0 is the next design & Innovation awards ceremony for engineering & construction students on the basis of best projects done. - January 06, 2017 - Konstrukt
Enhancing Learning Through Video: Videonitch Experts to Share Real World Success Stories at ATD Techknowledge 2017
Who: Ed Flahive, chief learning officer at Videonitch, a progressive company founded by technology leaders and innovators with the vision that video would permeate and pervade learning and talent development. What: Ed’s session, “Transforming Corporate Learning Through Video: Real... - January 05, 2017 - Videonitch
Julian Construction: Top 3 Signs You Have a Drainage Problem
Julian Construction, Inc., (http://www.julianconstruction.com), a foundation repair and construction company in Los Angeles, discloses the top three signs that you have a possible drainage problem on your property. According to Julian De La Torre, founder of Julian Construction, “By... - January 05, 2017 - Julian Construction
Differentiating Between the 3 Primary Foundation Types
Julian Construction, Inc., (http://www.julianconstruction.com), a foundation repair and construction company in Los Angeles, explains the three primary foundation types. Julian Construction founder De La Tore says, “The three primary foundation types are full basement, slab-on-grade, &... - January 05, 2017 - Julian Construction
TheHardwareCity.com Offers Multi-Pack Pricing on Loctite Tite Foam Insulating Foam Sealant 12 Packs
The Hardware City, which maintains a large inventory of high-quality tools, hardware and contractor supplies, now offers construction professionals and homeowners cost savings on 12 Packs of Loctite Tite Foam Insulating Foam Sealant. - January 04, 2017 - TheHardwareCity.com
Directed Heat Restoration LLC Offers Residential & Commercial Cleaning Services in Washtenaw and Surrounding Counties
Directed Heat Restoration LLC, is an industry leading property cleaning and restoration company whether residential or commercial. Directed Heat Restoration LLC is pleased to offer water damage restoration, fire damage repairs, mold remediations, carpet cleaning, air duct cleaning, mobile automobile detailing and hard surface care cleaning services in Washtenaw County, Michigan. - December 30, 2016 - Directed Heat Restoration LLC
President to Address Standard of Care Design Issues at 2017 AGC Conference on Surety Bonding and Construction Risk Management
Jeff Slivka, President of New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, a leading specialty intermediary of environmental and construction-related professional liability insurance coverages, will join a panel of insurance and legal experts to discuss the expanding standard of care in design/build contracts at... - December 22, 2016 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Act Global Acquires UBU and Turfscape Brands
Acquisition of brands combines Act Global's technologies with a new line of sports and landscape synthetic turf solutions - December 15, 2016 - Act Global
Maclay Properties Hires Ross Colley as Senior Leasing Agent
Dallas-based Maclay Properties continues to grow with the hiring of Ross Colley as the Senior Leasing Agent for the company. Colley has previous experience in the multi-family real estate business in Austin, Texas, and will now oversee leasing and commercial sales for several shopping centers... - December 13, 2016 - Maclay Properties
Synagro Expands Its Composting Portfolio with the Acquisition of Nursery Products in Southern California
Through a combination of environmentally sustainable and industry best practices, their collective CA and AZ facilities will deliver superior customer service and produce quality compost products. - December 09, 2016 - Synagro Technologies, Inc.
No Paperwork Surge for Thames Tideway
Thames Tideway’s three Main Works Contractor Joint Ventures CVB, FLO and BMB this December choose Builder’s Profile to manage & share PQQ & compliance information across the £ 4.2bn project to improve collaboration, efficiency and costs. The 25 km Tunnel project will... - December 08, 2016 - Builder's Profile (UK) Ltd