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Stoneyard.com Exhibiting at World of Concrete and StonExpo Trade Shows
Stoneyard.com will be exhibiting at World of Concrete and the StonExpo trade shows in Las Vegas, Nev. World of Concrete will be at the Las Vegas Convention Center Jan. 21–25, 2014 and StonExpo will be at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center Jan. 28–30, 2014. - January 23, 2014 - STONEYARD®
AGC of California Announces New Affinity Partnership with ehs International, Inc.
The AGC of California is excited to announce a new Affinity Partnership with ehs International, Inc. as of 2014. Ehs International will now be the exclusive in-classroom provider of Safety Training for the AGC of California and its members. This partnership was formed in response to the industries demand for a higher quality and greater supply of safety training throughout California. - January 22, 2014 - ehs International, Inc
Jeff Slivka of New Day Underwriting Managers to Discuss New Contractor Professional Liability Trends at Annual AGC Conference
Jeff Slivka, chief operating officer and executive vice president at New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, a leading environmental and construction-related professional liability resource firm, is scheduled to join industry experts in a panel discussion on new trends in contractor professional... - January 22, 2014 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Global Trade of Softwood Lumber in 2013 to Reach Its Highest Level in Five Years
With demand for lumber being in recovery mode in a number of countries in the world in 2013, global trade of both lumber and logs were on track to reach their highest levels since before the global financial crisis in 2008, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. The biggest increases in overseas lumber trade have been from Canada to China and from the Nordic countries to Japan. - January 22, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Wood Fiber Costs for Hardwood Pulp Producers Have Fallen 17% in Two Years and in the 3Q/13, Were the Lowest They Have Been Since 2009
Wood fiber costs, which account for about 60% of the production costs when manufacturing pulp, have been in steady decline in many parts of the world for the past two years, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. In the 3Q/13, the Hardwood Fiber Price Index (HFPI) had fallen 17% since 2011, while the Softwood Fiber Price Index (SFPI) was down 10% over the same period. - January 22, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Westside Wholesale, Nationwide Wholesale Distributor, Launches VIP Membership Program
Westside Wholesale, a nationwide wholesale distributor of commercial and residential products, is pleased to announce the launch of their VIP Membership Program. The program is dedicated to customer satisfaction, allowing members to save on all of their orders from Westside Wholesale. - January 20, 2014 - WestSideWholeSale
David Pond Reappointed by Governor McCrory to NC Board of Examiners
WK Dickson & Co., Inc. has announced that David L. Pond, PE, Executive Vice President, has been reappointed by North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory to serve on the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. Pond was initially appointed to serve in 2007, and with this... - January 20, 2014 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
Boston Cedar and INTEX Millwork Solutions form a Distribution Partnership
Boston Cedar is very pleased to announce that it’s been awarded northeast distribution rights for INTEX Millwork custom exterior PVC products. “Boston Cedar shares our passion for being the best at what we do and we’re thrilled to add them as a strategic distribution... - January 20, 2014 - Boston Cedar
Nitto Introduces New Transparent Energy-Saving Window Insulation Film to U.S. Market
Nitto is expanding its portfolio of energy saving products by introducing PENJEREX®, a transparent window insulation film to the U.S. market. The housing industry is increasingly faced with greater demand for enhanced energy efficiency and CO2 reduction, being represented by such concepts as... - January 19, 2014 - Nitto Denko America, Inc.
Terramor Homes Welcomes Bryan Watkins as Field Manager
Local Home Building Company Adds 12-Year Industry Veteran to Manage New Home Construction in Knightdale and Garner Communities - January 17, 2014 - Terramor Homes
Premier Building Solutions Introduces XHS Adhesive
High Performance Adhesive Joins the Eco-Friendly Line of XtraBond Sealants and Adhesives - January 17, 2014 - Premier Industrial Supply
Luxe View Designs: the Artisan Within
At LVD, there is a passion for design and construction. With a team of experts they are able to bring dream homes to life. - January 15, 2014 - Luxe View Designs & Construction
Leland Saylor and Sierra West Consulting Group, Inc. Reach a Settlement, Affirming Leland Saylor’s Ownership and Exclusive Rights to SAYLOR Trademark
Leland Saylor, a leading construction consulting expert known for the Saylor cost publications, announced today that he has reached a settlement with defendants Sierra West Consulting Group, Inc., formerly known as Sierra West LLC, Saylor Publications, Inc. and Mary Wallers (collectively... - January 15, 2014 - Leland Saylor
Mara Majeeda Named Account Manager at New Day Underwriting Managers
New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, an environmental and construction-related professional liability resource for insurance agents and brokers, has named Mara Majeeda as an account manager within the company’s Construction Practice. “Mara’s hire reflects New Day’s ongoing... - January 15, 2014 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Westside Wholesale Launches New Website
Westside Wholesale, a major nationwide wholesale distributor of commercial and residential products, announces their new, improved website. The website, westsidewholesale.com, is specifically designed for customers as it offers improved navigation and a revamped design. “The ultimate goal of... - January 14, 2014 - WestSideWholeSale
OPT4 Group Chosen by Glenmede Investment and Wealth Management
Opt4 Group who specializes in managing all telecommunications needs for their customers including data and voice wiring, audiovisual, videoconferencing and VoIP was selected to provide updated CAT6 cabling with riser and fiber cabling between the four floors Glenmede Investment and Wealth Management occupies. - January 14, 2014 - Opt4 Group
Sperry Van Ness in Oklahoma City
Sperry Van Ness/Land Run Commercial to leverage national platform in Oklahoma City. - January 13, 2014 - Sperry Van Ness Land Run Commercial
Ed McGuire Named President of Bob Moore Construction
Bob Moore Construction is pleased to announce that Ed McGuire has been named the company's new President. Mr. McGuire assumes his new position with thirty years of industry experience in Texas, Oklahoma and around the country and is a leader in organizations such as Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) and American Concrete Institute (ACI). - January 13, 2014 - Bob Moore Construction
Award-Winning Waterproofing, Crawlspace and Foundation Products and Services from the Basement Doctor at the 2014 Columbus, Build, Remodel & Landscape Expo
The Basement Doctor of Columbus, Ohio is a proud participant of the Columbus, Build, Remodel & Landscape Expo on January 17, 18, and 19, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Two booths will educate homeowners about creating drier, cleaner, healthier, safer, more energy efficient homes. - January 12, 2014 - The Basement Doctor
Spectrum Building Systems, Inc. Appoints New Regional Sales Manager
Justin LaHayne has been hired by modular construction company as Regional Sales Manager. - January 12, 2014 - Spectrum Building Systems, Inc.
Innovation Direct(TM) to be at Helm of Promotional Blitz for Drilling Tubular Turbo Screen Cleaner Invention
An innovative new product designed to effectively address a common problem in the drilling industry, the Drilling Tubular Turbo Screen Cleaner, has been developed by Robert Capaldi of Perryton, Texas. The invention's unique design enables its users to quickly and effortlessly clear debris out of... - January 11, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct(TM) Tabbed to Represent Steel Serts Invention to Industry
A simple yet effective new product designed to provide its users with an effective and often-needed accessory, Steel Serts, has been developed by Brian Russell of Windsor, Connecticut. The invention’s unique design insures that its users can have access to properly accessorized footwear at... - January 11, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Irving Materials, Inc. Acquires W.T. Congleton Co.
Irving Materials, Inc., a construction industry material supplier and contractor, announced it acquired W.T. Congleton Co., a Lexington, Ky.-based ready mix concrete supplier. Irving Materials will immediately integrate W.T. Congleton’s entire production staff and Lexington plant operations... - January 11, 2014 - Irving Materials, Inc.
Sam Summerville to Head Weidlinger's Transportation Group; Qi Ye Promoted to Transportation Principal
Summerville has extensive experience in the transportation field, having worked on a panoply of projects nationwide; Ye has played a critical role in new business development, focusing on bridge design. - January 10, 2014 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
Regatta Universal Exports Displays Rainbow Cube Sandstone for Creating Garden Pavements
Regatta Universal Exports showcases Rainbow cube sandstone which is typically used for garden pavements to match with the colorful greenery around. - January 09, 2014 - Regatta Universal Exports
New Software-as-a-Service Construction Project Management Application to Make Debut in 2014
Mantra, a leading New Jersey software development company, will be launching a new cloud-based software-as-a-service construction project management application in early 2014. The new application will come packed with features like project management, task management, issue tracking, work assignment, and document sharing. - January 09, 2014 - Mantra Information Services
Epoxy Flooring Specialists Mid-Atlantic Industrial Services Announce Success of Recent New Jersey Installation Projects
New Jersey-based epoxy flooring installation specialists Mid Atlantic Industrial Services (MAIS) has announced recently that the company has achieved great success with several recent New Jersey based projects. An example of the firm’s recent success in their flooring installation work is the... - January 09, 2014 - Mid-Atlantic Industrial Services
Microsoft RMS POS Software Integrated to BlueTarp Financial
Microsoft's Retail Management System (RMS) point of sale software was fully integrated with BlueTarp Financial which offers financial services to the building supply industry. Single and multi-store building material dealers can purchase Microsoft retail POS technology backed by an ecosystem of Microsoft trained retail professionals all over North America. - January 08, 2014 - System Solutions LLC
RA-LIN Project Earns Prestigious LEED(R) Gold Green Building Award
The new Greenway Medical Technologies office building in Carrollton, GA has been certified as a Gold level green energy building by the U.S. Green Building Council. - January 04, 2014 - RA-LIN and Associates, Inc.
Free Analysis for Xcel Energy, Minnesota Power and Otter Tail Power Solar Rebate Program
If you're an Xcel Energy, Minnesota Power or Otter Tail Power customer you have a limited opportunity to benefit from a new Minnesota Solar rebate. Receive a no cost-no obligation solar/cost analysis. Jan 1, 2014 through Feb 28, 2014, you can apply for a new solar rebate program. Find out if it makes economic cents for your home/business. This service is provided by "The Centsible Energy Hour, MN's "makes cents" call in Energy talk show. Saturday 3-4 pm on AM 1280 WWTC. www.Centsiblemedia.com. - January 02, 2014 - Centsible Media
E.B. Tool Company Gives Insight Into the Best Places to Find Reclaimed Wood
Midwest-based carpentry tool company provides handyman tips for finding and recycling reclaimed wood. - January 01, 2014 - EB Tool Company
J.T. Wimsatt Contracting Company, Inc. Wins Experts’ Choice Award
Crews That Rock 2014 Experts’ Choice Award Recognized by World of Concrete - December 30, 2013 - JT Wimsatt Contracting Co., Inc.
Foundation Repair Company Discusses Value of Foundation Repair
Foundation Repairs Can Have Significant Impact on Resale Value of a Home - December 28, 2013 - Julian Construction
Terramor Homes Expands Into Chapel Hill with Estate Homes in Lystra Preserve Community
Local Luxury Homebuilder Purchases New Home Sites That Offer Some of Town’s Largest Residential Lots. - December 25, 2013 - Terramor Homes
OT+9 Design’s Sean Williams to Present at Sarasota County’s Sustainable Communities Workshop
Sean Williams, AIA, LEED BD+C, founder of the sustainable architecture firm, OT+9 Design, is presenting at the Sarasota County’s Sustainable Communities Workshop on Wednesday, December 18, 2013. Williams’ topic is “Beyond LEED: The Living Buildings Challenge as the Next Step in... - December 18, 2013 - OT9 Design
Maryland Roofing Contractor Launches Information Portal on Roofing Repair, Siding and Windows
HF General Contractors Inc Launches New Maryland Roofing Website & Information Portal. - December 18, 2013 - HF General Contractors Inc
Fairfax Roofing Contractor Launches Information Portal on Roofing Repairs, Bathroom and Kitchen Remodeling and Painting Siding and Windows
Army Vet’s Remodeling Announces Launch of Fairfax Roofing, Remodeling and Painting Blog. - December 18, 2013 - Army Vet’s Remodeling
Currie, Peak, and Frazier, Inc., a High Tech Resource and Service Company, is Appointed as an Authorized Value Added Reseller for Motion Computing's New Wireless Division
Currie, Peak, and Frazier, Inc. is pleased to announce that they have been contracted as an authorized value added reseller for Motion Computing’s New LINCWorks™ Portable Wireless Devices. These devices create instant network connectivity as a reality anywhere, including outdoor and vehicle networks. WiFi, Mesh Networking, and Cellular capabilities integrated into rugged, portable enclosures, make adding or extending networks a snap. - See more at: http://www.CPF-LINCWorks.com - December 13, 2013 - Currie, Peak, and Frazier, Inc.
Renova Renovation Expands Commercial & Multifamily Acquisition Advisory Teams to Meet Market Demand
Renova Renovation, a Dallas-based commercial and multifamily General Contractor announced today that it has expanded its Dallas and Austin-based acquisition and due diligence advisory teams to meet increased demand from clients in the region. A Renova spokesperson stated, “We continue to see... - December 13, 2013 - Renova Flooring
Leedo Cabinetry Responds to Rising Costs and Construction Delays
Privately-held US Manufacturing Company Plans for a Strong Future. - December 13, 2013 - Leedo Cabinetry
Bob Moore Construction Reaches Critical Milestone for Five-Story Parking Garage at Village on the Parkway in Addison, Texas
Construction of the new five-story parking garage for Village on the Parkway retail center in Addison, Texas reached a critical milestone when work crews placed the last piece of precast concrete. - December 12, 2013 - Bob Moore Construction
Custom Home Builder Chris Ragland Inaugurated as HBA Board President for Kansas City
Homes By Chris owner Chris Ragland has been inaugurated as the new president of the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City. The celebration, which took place on December 4th, 2013 announced Ragland’s presidency as she stepped into the honorable position at the Home Builder’s Association. - December 12, 2013 - Homes By Chris LLC
Precision Garage Door Names New Manager for San Diego Commercial Division
Company creates new role to better serve San Diego County Business community. - December 09, 2013 - Precision Door Service Seattle
ME Construction Wins £1.8m Contract from a Third Major London Landlord
ME Construction’s growing list of prestigious clients has grown further with the addition of The Portman Estate. The Portman Estate has engaged the London-based specialist construction company, which specialises in refurbishment and conservation projects, to carry out a high quality... - December 08, 2013 - ME Construction Ltd
Bencardino Excavating Trains Employees on New OSHA Safety Procedures
Bencardino Excavating safety committee learns about new system to classify and label chemicals. - December 07, 2013 - Bencardino Excavating
Paul Gertner of Starborn Industries Named 2013 Lumber Person of the Year at NYLILA Inaugural Annual Meeting
Paul Gertner, President of Starborn Industries, a leading manufacturer and international distributor of premium fastening products, was named 2013 Lumber Person of the Year during the Inaugural Annual Meeting of the New York Long Island Lumber Association (NYLILA) held November 6 in Jericho, New... - December 06, 2013 - Starborn Industries
Irving Materials, Inc. Appoints Director of Marketing/Business Development
Irving Materials, Inc., a construction industry material supplier and contractor, announced the appointment of Jason Richmond, 36, as its Director of Marketing and Business Development, a new position within the organization. Richmond will be responsible for creating and directing corporate-wide... - December 06, 2013 - E&B Paving, Inc.
Newman Village Steps Back in Time to Ring in Holiday Season with the Third Annual “It’s a Wonderful Life in Newman Village” Event on Dec. 6
Step back in time with Newman Village on Dec. 6 as the Frisco community celebrates the holiday season with the festive Third Annual “It’s a Wonderful Life in Newman Village” event, benefiting the Frisco Education Foundation. Holiday revelers will feel as if they’ve stepped... - December 05, 2013 - Darling Homes
Holiday Fun, Santa Claus and 10 Tons of Snow Descend on Austin Community on Dec. 8
Austin residents can ring in the holiday season with cupcakes, cocoa and 20,000 pounds of snow this holiday season at Crystal Falls in Leander. - December 05, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Improper Drainage Systems Can Lead to Foundation Problems at Home
Company Performs Drainage System Installations to Prevent Drainage Problems. - December 01, 2013 - Julian Construction