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Trinity Custom Homes’ Green Building Process – Saving Money and the Environment

Learn how Trinity Custom Homes saves money and helps the environment. Discover Trinity's green building process here. - August 04, 2016 - Trinity Custom Homes

European Sawlog Prices Have Fallen Over Nine Percent in Two Years with the Biggest Declines Occurring in Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic, Reports the WRQ

The European Sawlog Price Index (ESPI) has fallen for eight consecutive quarters to reach its lowest level since 2010, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. The biggest price declines have occurred in Central Europe. Despite substantial reductions in domestic log costs for sawmills in Austria and Germany, both countries continue to import large volumes of low cost sawlogs from neighboring countries. - August 03, 2016 - Wood Resources International LLC

Expanded Docks Oyster House Opens Its Doors with Celebrated Design by Lynn Gaffney Architect

Docks Oyster House has been an important part of Atlantic City since 1897. Lynn Gaffney Architect led the expansion design to 14,000 SF. The restaurant/bar retained the original façade as well as something less tangible. Owner Frank Dougherty said, “While we knew it was time to expand, we also knew that we needed to preserve the Docks 'feel' our customers have loved for decades. Lynn’s design helped us retain our history while offering an impressive new space. People love it." - August 03, 2016 - Lynn Gaffney Architect

Mitch Cohen of New Day Underwriting Managers Discusses Environmental Insurance Hot Topics & Trends at E&C Risk Management Conference

Mitch Cohen, PE, former structural engineer, construction manager, and now vice president at New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, a leading construction-related professional liability and environmental resource firm for retail insurance agents and brokers, recently hosted two separate sessions... - August 02, 2016 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice

Diamond Tech Tiles Debuts the Sanibel Collection by Studio S

Diamond Tech Tiles announces a lush new line, Sanibel by Studio S, featuring textured, matte and smooth glass and porcelain backed shell. - August 01, 2016 - Diamond Tech Tiles

Changes for Texas Survey Business - Frank Surveying Company, Inc. is Now FSC, Inc.

46th Year Brings New Name, Expanded Services and Changing Management. - July 28, 2016 - FSC Inc.

Grand Opening of EPIC Sky Trek Challenge

MW Golden Constructors announces the grand opening of their recently completed EPIC Sky Trek Challenge at Philips S. Miller Park in Castle Rock, Colorado. The Sky Trek is a hexagon-shaped adventure challenge, measuring 100 feet in diameter and standing 50 feet high. The Sky Trek is an aerial... - July 20, 2016 - MW GOLDEN CONSTRUCTORS

Roofinox Displays Full-Line of Stainless Steel Roofing Products at Moon in June Machinery Show

Leading Manufacturer Invited by N.B. Handy Company to Demonstrate Tin-plated (Terne) to National Contractors & Architects at Annual Exposition. - July 19, 2016 - Roofinox

Roger B. Kennedy Construction Breaks Ground on New Senior Living Apartment Community

Central Florida-Based General Contractor Begins Construction on Apopka's Newest Senior Complex. - July 18, 2016 - Roger B. Kennedy Construction

Rust Bullet, LLC Announces Rust Bullet Clear Coat for Concrete

Rust Bullet, LLC today announced availability of a clear, anti-skid top coat designed to be used with its Rust Bullet for Concrete coating - July 15, 2016 - Rust Bullet, LLC

Sure Point Exteriors Launches New Website for the Kansas City Area

New web resource for consumer education and awareness in KS. - July 15, 2016 - Sure Point Exteriors

Moffitt Corproation Debuts Its New Natural Solutions Product Line

Moffitt Corporation Announces the expansion of its product line to include the new Natural Solutions products. - July 14, 2016 - Moffitt Corporation

Daniels HVAC & Home Services, Known for HVAC Installation & Repair Services in Philadelphia, Announces New Website

Daniels HVAC & Home Services specializes in plumbing, air conditioning, heating and electrical services; Well experienced personnel provide outstanding support and repair services to every customer without delay - July 13, 2016 - Daniels HVAC & Home Services

Brummitt Energy Selected for Zero Net Energy Projects for the County of San Diego

Brummitt Energy, an energy modeling company and expert in Zero Net Energy (ZNE) planning, has been selected by the County of San Diego’s Energy and Sustainability Program to provide energy modeling analysis for its buildings starting July 2016. The State of California has mandated that state agencies take measures towards achieving ZNE for at least half of their existing buildings by 2030. - July 13, 2016 - Brummitt Energy Associates

Durante Rentals Opens Their Seventh Location in Brewster, NY

New hub is their second in Putnam County and offers 13 acres of construction equipment and tools for rental, sale or service. - July 12, 2016 - Durante Rentals

Roofinox Tin-plated (Terne) Provides Long-term Durability for All Roof Types

Roofinox Terne Remains the Only Tin-Plated Stainless Steel Product Designed & Manufactured for Building Envelopes - July 12, 2016 - Roofinox

The Top 10 Global Cities for Green Buildings by Solidiance

This white paper ranks the performance of 10 global cities: Beijing, Dubai, Hong Kong, London, New York, Paris, Shanghai, Singapore, Sydney, and Tokyo (not in particular order), with regards to green buildings performance. Each city was analyzed to assess green building policies and targets, adoption of green building certification and construction projects, and the efficient performance of the city's built environment. - July 12, 2016 - YCP Solidiance

Global Facility Management & Construction Promotes Stacy Brown to Vice President, Strategic Planning

Global Facility Management & Construction is pleased to announce the promotion of Stacy Brown to Vice President, Strategic Planning. In her new role, Stacy will influence the direction of future business, including internal policies and procedures. Stacy has been with Global for 2 years and... - July 11, 2016 - Global Facility Management & Construction

Lumastrobe Warning Lights, the Leader in Safety Warning Lights, Launches New Website with New Diverse Range of Products, Custom Orders and Top Professional Service

Lumastrobe Warning Lights invites all safety professionals to visit www.lumastrobe.com to see their improved line of tried and tested safety warning light products. Growing everyday Lumastrobe continues to set the precedent in providing only the best quality products to safety professionals and is looking to expand its reach even further. With more products to come and a vast following of satisfied customers Lumastrobe Warning Lights is reaching new heights. - July 11, 2016 - Lumastrobe Warning Lights

Capital Safety Australia & New Zealand Introduce Their New 3M™ Protecta® PRO Fall Protection Full-Body Harness Range

Re-designed and upgraded to provide total compliance, absolute confidence and value, without compromise - July 10, 2016 - Capital Safety Australia

Whitman Construction Expands Solar Offering with SunTegra® Shingles

SunTegra and Whitman Construction partner to provide the aesthetically-preferred solar roof system to residential customers. - July 08, 2016 - SunTegra

AstroTurf and SYNLawn Brands Join APT and SportGroup

APT Advanced Polymer Technology’s business as a member of SportGroup® has some exciting news: After a period of remarkable growth, the time has come for the next chapter in the history of the SportGroup®, and indeed of the sports surfacing industry. In order to complete the line-up... - July 08, 2016 - APT

For Third Year in a Row, Richards Paving Named to National "Top Paving Contractor" List

Locally-owned and operated Richards Paving was recently named one of the top paving contractors in the country by Pavement Maintenance & Reconstruction magazine. Richards Paving, the only Delaware based company on the list, received the same honor in 2014 and 2015. “It really is a result... - July 08, 2016 - Richards Paving

Burrow Global, LLC Ranks #5 Overall and #3 in Petroleum on Engineering News Record (ENR) Texas-Louisiana Top Design Firms 2016

High Ranking Confirms Burrow Global’s Regional Strength. Burrow Global, LLC (www.burrowglobal.com), a full-service EPC solutions provider with specialized expertise in automation, industrial buildings, plant commissioning/ startup and I&E Construction, has been listed as the #5 largest... - July 06, 2016 - Burrow Global

Timothy Jones Named Consultant in Real Estate Group at New Day Underwriting Managers

Timothy Jones has been named a consultant within the Real Estate Practice of New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, a leading specialty intermediary of environmental and construction-related professional liability insurance coverage. His responsibilities include working closely with New Day’s... - July 06, 2016 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice

Start Digital Launches New Website for Floors of Distinction

Perth web design agency, Start Digital, have designed and developed a new website for timber flooring company Floors of Distinction. It was recently launched to widen praise. - July 05, 2016 - Start Digital

Lamer Roofing & Exterior Renovations Inc. Announces Redesigned Website

Newly redesigned web resource for consumer education and awareness in ON. - July 03, 2016 - Lamer Roofing & Exterior Renovations Inc.

Orlando-Based General Contractor Starts $42M Apartments & Townhomes Project

Roger B. Kennedy Construction Breaks Ground on Upscale Multi-Family Living Complex in Windermere, Florida. - July 01, 2016 - Roger B. Kennedy Construction

New Website Launched for Zinc Distributor, elZinc America

MetalTech-USA, the exclusive distributor for Asturiana de Laminados S.A. brand name elZinc, has recently announced the launch of its new website, www.elzinc.us.com, devoted solely to their architectural zinc line elZinc America. This site is dedicated to further expand the brand name and increase... - July 01, 2016 - MetalTech Global

Rust Bullet, LLC Announces Distribution Deal with Letoon Mimarlik

Rust Bullet, LLC today announced a distribution deal with Letoon Mimarlik to make its multi-patented anti-corrosion products available in Turkey and 8 other countries. - June 29, 2016 - Rust Bullet, LLC

Rust Bullet, LLC Announces Distribution Deal with Rendor

Rust Bullet, LLC Products Now Available in Poland and Lithuania. Rust Bullet, LLC today announced a distribution deal with Rendor to market its multi-patented anti-corrosion products in Poland and Lithuania. “We are very excited to have Rendor join the Rust Bullet family of distributors. - June 28, 2016 - Rust Bullet, LLC

New, Minority Owned Electrical Engineering Consulting Firm is Sparking Interest in California

Winston Engineering LLC is a new startup based in Murrieta, CA. The company is the brainchild of Anthony Winston III, P.E. and was conceived out of the need to provide affordable, concise and quality Electrical Engineering solutions for commercial and residential buildings. The company focuses on... - June 28, 2016 - Anthony Winston III, P.E.

Roger B. Kennedy Construction Starts $24 Million Building 70 at Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa, Orlando

Central Florida General Contractor Begins 80-Unit Timeshare Construction - June 27, 2016 - Roger B. Kennedy Construction

Midas Hospitality to Manage Hotel in New Sikeston, Mo. Development

Hampton Inn to be completed by end of 2017. - June 25, 2016 - Midas Hospitality

Metal-Era Expands Quick-To-Ship Program

Metal-Era, Inc., the largest supplier of edge metal in North America, announces an expansion of their next day and express shipment program for fascia products. Already the biggest and most extensive express program in the industry, they are pleased to add even more quick-to-ship products for... - June 25, 2016 - Metal-Era, Inc.

Houston-Based KW Solar Innovates to Reduce Soft Costs

KW Solar, a Houston-based solar panel provider and installation company, utilize home-grown technology to streamline workflow and internal processes. This emphasis on soft cost reduction is unique in the residential solar energy industry, where traditionally-run construction companies lack the technical savvy to systematize and automate internal processes. KW Solar sees soft cost reduction as the best opportunity for staying competitive, as other costs of delivery will remain static or increase. - June 23, 2016 - KW Solar

Announcing Dependable’s New KeedeRoll Products

Dependable Announces New KeedeRoll Products to the KeedeRoll Product Line. - June 21, 2016 - Dependable, LLC

MW Golden Constructors Celebrates Completed Restoration of 140-Year-Old Bank Building in Longmont

Jon Schallert, owner of the Schallert Group, is celebrating a new start for a historic building in Longmont, Colorado. 321 Main Street, the building that once housed Longmont’s first bank is now open for business. - June 19, 2016 - MW GOLDEN CONSTRUCTORS

Michigan Hispanic American Construction Industry Association

Notice of organizational meeting - June 19, 2016 - Michigan Hispanic American Construction Industry Association

Leading Insurance Experts “Investigate Mitigation/Rectification Coverage for Contractors”

New Day Underwriting Managers & Berkley Construction Professional Underwriters Explore Coverage Trends, Variations & Claims Services During Interactive, Live Webinar - June 16, 2016 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice

Countries in the Middle East and Northern Africa Imported 10% of Internationally Traded Softwood Lumber in 2015

Northern Africa and the Middle East have become a major destination for softwood lumber produced in Europe the past ten years. In 2015, the major trade flows were from the Nordic Countries and Russia to Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Algeria, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly in its latest issue. - June 16, 2016 - Wood Resources International LLC

MW Golden Constructors Donates to Family Food Fund and Habitat for Humanity

MW Golden Constructors, an award-winning Colorado construction firm, reported donations to Habitat for Humanity and will donate to the upcoming Grand County Builders Association’s (GCBA) annual sale on June 25. MW Golden Constructors consistently donates leftover construction materials and... - June 11, 2016 - MW GOLDEN CONSTRUCTORS

Andora Systems Partners with Luxury Residential Development in Manhattan

11 Beach Street is a new luxury residential development in Manhattan that has partnered with Andora Systems for all of their low voltage integration needs. - June 10, 2016 - Andora Systems

Andora Systems Expands Operations to Miami-Dade Area

Andora Systems is now offering low voltage integration services for commercial and residential projects located within the areas of Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach in Florida. - June 10, 2016 - Andora Systems

Lennar Unveils Big Homes on Big Homesites in Chandler, Arizona

Lennar has created two new large home designs for a boutique gated community in Chandler. The homes, with room for kids, cars, boats and more, will be built on large lots. - June 09, 2016 - Lennar, Arizona

Single-Family Home Trends & Forecasts from Southland Custom Homes

Thinking about buying a new home in 2016? Here are the latest single-family home trends and a forecast for what to expect. - June 09, 2016 - Southland Custom Homes

Temporary Door Protection, DoorGuard, Chosen by Andersen Construction to Protect Doors of Western Oregon University’s Richard Woodcock Education Center

DoorGuard, the temporary door protection product from Builders Site Protection, will be used to protect interior doors at Western Oregon University's new Richard Woodcock Education Center; a project being completed by Andersen Construction. - June 08, 2016 - Builders Site Protection