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Echo Ridge Homes Announces Eco-Friendly Home Design in Alberta
Echo Ridge Homes has just announced that they offer custom-built eco-friendly home design in Alberta. The company specializes in, “Insulated Concrete Form” (ICF) basements and has adapted innovative building technology, to assist with insulation and energy efficiency, with their home... - October 14, 2012 - Echo Ridge
Innovation Direct™ to be at Helm of Marketing Blitz for Patent Pending Titus Tool Invention
An innovative new product designed to make a common construction task much moreefficient, the Titus Tool, has been developed by Naeem S. Titus of Oxford, Georgia. The invention's unique design effectively combines two essential tools into one. Construction is a trade where time is particularly of... - October 13, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
European Forestry Management Company to Help Solve Brazilian Housing Shortage
European forestry management company, Greenwood Management, is launching a new Brazilian project that will help the government reduce the country's huge housing shortage and produce strong returns for investors. Today, over 7 million families in Brazil are without adequate housing. The government... - October 11, 2012 - Greenwood Management ApS
The US Surpassed Canada as the Largest Wood Pellet Exporter in the World in the First Half of 2012
The expansion of wood pellet capacity in the US South the past few years has enabled the US to export more pellets than Canada, making the US the largest exporter in the world. With continued investments throughout southern US, export volumes are forecast to increase from an estimated 1.5 million tons in 2012 to 5.7 million tons in 2015, according to the North American Wood Fiber Review. - October 11, 2012 - Wood Resources International LLC
Mutualscrew.com Unveils a Host of Upgrades Including Website Improvements and New, More Competetive Pricing
Mutual Screw & Supply recently unveiled a complete update of www.mutualscrew.com, making doing business with the company quicker, easier and more turnkey. Along with the website upgrades, Mutual has also instituted new pricing procedures, resulting in even better value for builders, contractors... - October 11, 2012 - Mutual Screw & Supply Inc
QA Graphics Develops 3D Graphic Library for Tridium’s NiagaraAX Framework® 3.7
QA Graphics, leading provider of design services for the building automation industry is pleased to announce that they have developed the new symbol library recently released with Tridium’s NiagaraAX Framework® 3.7. QA Graphics partnered with Tridium in Spring of 2012, to develop a... - October 10, 2012 - QA Graphics
Consolidated Consultants Secures High-End Residential Project in Chhattisgarh, India
Consolidated Consultants & Engineers Private Limited (“CCEPL”), a leading Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC and Renewable energy engineering group based in Pune, Maharashtra secured a High-End Residential Project in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. The property belongs to one of the... - October 10, 2012 - consolidated consultants & Engineers Pvt. Ltd
Global Facility Management and Construction Receives WBE Certification
Global Facility Management and Construction has been certfied as a Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council and the Women's Presidents' Educational Organization. - October 09, 2012 - Global Facility Management & Construction
Leading Internet Mall MyReviewsNow.net Offers 60% Savings on Consumer Phone Bills with Phonebooth
Leading internet superstore MyReviewsNow.net is now offering a major way that consumers can cut down on their phone bills by utilizing Phonebooth.com. - October 09, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Global Facility Management & Construction Welcomes New Construction Manager
Global Facility Management and Construction has named Brad Radlinski, formerly of Abercrombie and Fitch, as its new Construction Manager. - October 08, 2012 - Global Facility Management & Construction
Hansons Windows to Change Colors to Pink in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Pink signs will appear on customers’ lawns as a show of support. - October 05, 2012 - 1-800-HANSONS
Basalite Concrete Products Annual Masonry Event a Success
Trowel Contest Draws over 300 attendees and 100 masons compete for awards and bragging rights. - October 05, 2012 - Basalite Concrete Products, LLC
Home Builders Association Announces Remodeler and Associate of the Year
The Remodelers Council of the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County announced Catherine Baker, of TrendMark Inc. as the 2011 Remodeler of the Year and Louise Davis, of Interior Decisions as the 2011 Associate of the Year during its annual STAR Awards on Aug. 29 at the Renaissance Hotel at North Hills. - October 03, 2012 - Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake Co.
Website Offers Exclusive Construction Updates of Theme Parks Worldwide
Site statistics reveal popularity of upcoming theme and water parks among board users. - October 01, 2012 - The Theme Park Guy
Beasley & Henley Interior Design/ WCI Communities Win Sand Dollar Awards
Award winning Beasley & Henley Interior Design is pleased to add two more awards to its collection. At the 2012 Sand Dollar awards in Naples last evening Beasley & Henley was awarded Best Interior Design and Best Kitchen for its Marquesa Royale model at Tiburon development in Naples, FL. WCI Communities is the builder and developer. - October 01, 2012 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
Simple Steps for Preventing Foundation Damage in a Home
Foundation Construction Company Urges Homeowners to Maintain Foundations - September 30, 2012 - Julian Construction
i-lighting™ Introduces New Generation of “Easy Plug Installation System” to Make “Lighting Simplified” Installations Even Quicker & Easier
Superior Plastics Named Exclusive Distributor for i-lighting Pro-dealer Network - September 29, 2012 - iLighting
Precision Walls, Inc. Welcomes Back Rich Sula
Sula rejoins the Triangle team as Sr. Project Manager. - September 29, 2012 - Precision Walls, Inc
RMI Exhibits at the 10th Anniversary National Portable Storage Association (NPSA) Conference & Tradeshow
RMI is proud to announce their plans to exhibit at the NPSA’s 10th Annual Conference & Tradeshow. A proud NPSA member since the association’s inception, this year also marks RMI’s 10th year participating in the NPSA. - September 28, 2012 - Rental Management Inc
Spectrum Building Systems, Inc. to Sponsor 2012 Georgia Charter Schools Conference
Record breaking attendance expected at 10th annual gathering in Atlanta, GA. - September 28, 2012 - Spectrum Building Systems, Inc.
Rabine Group Hosts Blood Drive at Headquarters
The Rabine Group Headquarters hosted a blood drive in partnership with the Heartland Blood Centers. - September 28, 2012 - Rabine Group
Deckfast® Metal Fasteners from Starborn Industries Officially Approved for Use with Wahoo™ Deck and Dock Products
New Stainless Steel Fastener Designed Specifically to Accommodate Aluminum Joist Deck Framing System Application Requirements - September 27, 2012 - Starborn Industries
Louis A. Bencardino and Bencardino Excavating Add New Employee to Construction Crew
Bucks County, Pa. Full-service Excavating Company Hires Ray Mancini as Jobsite Foreman - September 27, 2012 - Bencardino Excavating
Blades Direct / BladesDirect.net Announces: in the Next Few Weeks They Will Launch Their New Website
Blades Direct / BladesDirect.net announces the future release of their next generation website, which will be envied by competitors and industry associates alike. Look for this new website the end of September or beginning of October 2012. - September 26, 2012 - Cut-Master Diamond Products
Bayer MaterialScience Contractor Accreditation Program Emphasizes Safety, Adds Value for Spray Foam Contractor Community
As a key supplier to the Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) industry, Bayer MaterialScience LLC recognizes the need to establish consistent standards for contractors who apply this product. For that reason, the company has developed a Contractor Accreditation Program, which aims to help increase safety... - September 26, 2012 - Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Riding the Wave: High-Profile Multi-Family Projects
Award winning design firm, Beasley & Henley Interior Design is in the forefront of the latest wave of multi-family building, sweeping the US. The design firm is bringing its many years of experience to the designs and lifestyle planning of these high profile projects. “Multi-family is... - September 25, 2012 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
Beasley & Henley Interior Design/Mattamy Homes Win Gold
Award-winning design firm, Beasley & Henley Interior Design is proud to announce the Gold Award for the Periwinkle Model at Rivertown. The design firm’s model for Mattamy Homes was honored with the highest honor at the annual St Johns County Builder’s Council event in Jacksonville,... - September 21, 2012 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
MKA Capital Acquisitions Breaks Ground on Second Release of the McKee Subdivision
MKA Capital Group LLC, a real estate firm that manages McKee Development LLC, is breaking ground on the Second Release of the McKee subdivision. It is a 157 unit project where 30 of the 78 lots in Phase I are already sold. Located in Bakersfield, CA, the project is being managed by MKA Capital... - September 21, 2012 - MKA Capital Group Advisors
Pennsylvania-Based Remodeling Company, Pocono Luxury, Has Earned Back-to-Back Talk of the Town Awards for Providing Its Customers with Excellent Customer Service
Pennsylvania-based home improvement and remodeling company, Pocono Luxury, has earned back-to-back Talk of the Town Awards for providing its customers with excellent customer service. Achieving the highest customer satisfaction rating of five stars for two straight years, Pocono Luxury Inc. has... - September 21, 2012 - Pocono Luxury Inc
NewProductHelp.com to be at Forefront of Marketing Efforts for Cano Saw Blade Invention
Alejandro C., California resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Cano Saw Blade concept to potential licensees to industry. An innovative new product designed to appeal to construction workers and carpenters, the Cano Saw... - September 21, 2012 - New Product Help, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Creates Dynamic Presentation for Johnny's Level Invention
Johnny R., Florida resident and inventor, recently contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to create an eye catching online presentation for this Johnny's Level invention. An innovative new product designed to bring unprecedented functionality to a standard level,... - September 21, 2012 - New Product Help, Inc.
Rabine Paving America Exhibits at PRSM Mid-Year Conference
Rabine Group’s national paving company exhibits at the PRSM Mid-Year Conference September 18-20 in New Orleans. - September 21, 2012 - Rabine Group
Thiess Invests in Apprentice Training Program
Mining, construction and services industry leader Thiess has formalised its partnership with MEGT Australian apprenticeships Centre to equip its apprentices and trainees with the skills to meet future project commitments. This follow the recently released Queensland Energy and Telecommunications... - September 20, 2012 - MEGT (Australia) Ltd
New Canadian Product Listing for Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation from Bayer MaterialScience LLC
Bayer MaterialScience LLC spray polyurethane foam insulation evaluated as a Type 2 insulation by Canadian Construction Materials Centre. - September 20, 2012 - Covestro LLC
"Global Flat Glass Market to be Worth $73.1bn in 2012" Says Visiongain Report
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the global flat glass market will reach a value of $73.1bn in 2012, as the demand rises for building glass and automotive glass in emerging markets; new technological developments also create new and increasing applications of flat glass thus driving the market. - September 20, 2012 - visiongain
Integrity Construction Continues to See Surge in Capital Expenditures for Multi-Family Renovations Throughout 2012-2013
Integrity Construction, a Dallas-based multifamily renovation and roofing specialist, reported a surge in multifamily capital expenditure projects for the first three quarters of 2012. The company also stated proposed budgets from major multifamily groups indicate strong spending plans for capital... - September 17, 2012 - Integrity Construction LLC
Metals Direct, Inc. is Proud to Announce That It Has Been Selected as a Preferred Metal Building Provider by the "Humboldt Bay Municipal Water District"
Metals Direct, Inc. is been selected as a preferred provider of the metal building by the "Humboldt Bay Municipal Water District" and has started using higher quality products at the coastal zones that keep the metal buildings corrosion free. - September 17, 2012 - Metals Direct, Inc.
Metals Direct, Inc. Comes with a Ground-Breaking Product - Corrosion Free Metal Buildings for Coastal Regions
Metals Direct, Inc. has come up with a supreme product for the coastal regions to fight the corrosion caused due to moist air. The topnotch metal products of the company have enabled Metals Direct, Inc. to become the preferred metal building provider for the "Humboldt Bay Municipal Water District." - September 17, 2012 - Metals Direct, Inc.
Metals Direct, Inc, Proud Providers of Metal Roofing Extends Services and Warranty
Adding an extended warranty and extending their services, Metals Direct is broadening their range on the west coast. Leading providers of metal roofing and metal buildings on the west coast, their quality and conciseness cannot be denied. - September 17, 2012 - Metals Direct, Inc.
Consolidated Consultants Bags a Hi-tech Automatized Industrial Project in Rajasthan
Consolidated Consultants & Engineers Private Limited (“CCEPL”), a leading Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC and Renewable energy engineering group based in Pune, Maharashtra, signed up an industrial project of 15 acres area, ‘Autoclave Aerated Concrete block (AAC)’... - September 17, 2012 - consolidated consultants & Engineers Pvt. Ltd
Innovation Direct™ to be at Forefront of Marketing Blitz for Pumpkin Head Invention
An innovative and effective new product designed to greatly simplify a typically cumbersome underground construction task, Pumpkin Head, has been developed by Timothy Bryant of Appomattox, Virginia. The invention's unique design provides its users with an effective answer to a common problem... - September 16, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Echo Ridge Homes Announces Personal Web Pages for Customers of New House Designs in Alberta
Ridge Homes has just announced that they are offering their customers of new house designs in Alberta dedicated web pages to track the progress of their home plan, building process and any service that is provided by the all-in-one custom home building firm. - September 16, 2012 - Echo Ridge
CTA Construction Finishes School Projects for Start of Academic Year
Four new schools open at start of academic year as Waltham, Mass.-based general contractor starts on four more projects. - September 15, 2012 - CTA Construction Co. Inc.
Metal-Era Adds Two New Products to Edge Systems One Line
Edge Systems One products are designed with the contractor in mind, offering quick-to-ship convenience and fast and easy installation. - September 14, 2012 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Hub On Campus, Tempe’s Newest Student Living High-Rise, Tops Off This Week
Hub On Campus, Tempe, Arizona’s newest high-rise apartment complex opening August 2013, tops off construction at 19-stories this week. - September 13, 2012 - Core Campus
Distributor of Quality AZEK Building Products Announces Expanded Dealer Services
Boston Cedar, a premier distributor in the Northeast U.S. of AZEK Trim, AZEK Moulding, AZEK Deck, AZEK Rail, AZEK Porch and AZEK VAST Pavers, today announced that the company will now begin to offer content-managed web site and blog templates to its independent dealer base through its value-added... - September 12, 2012 - Boston Cedar
New Solution for Age-Old Problem: Zip-Up UnderDeck® Turns Wasted Space Into Dry Usable Living and Storage Space Under Raised Decks + Cafe Awnings
New take on old problem - maximizing space under raised decks and awning for minimal investment: For new homes, businesses and renovations, Zip-Up UnderDeck® grid free ceiling saves headroom while enabling easy access to plumbing and wiring via removable panels. - September 12, 2012 - Zip-Up Ceiling & Zip-Up UnderDeck
Aerosmith VersaPins Featured at Nail Gun Depot
Learn how VersaPins save you money when attaching Hardie and plywood to cold formed steel. - September 12, 2012 - Nail Gun Depot
Introducing LOCTITE GO2 Glue at TheHardwareCity.com
LOCTITE GO2 Glue - new line of super glues series now available at TheHardwareCity.com. - September 10, 2012 - TheHardwareCity.com
CW Group Global Outlook for 2012 Reaffirmed, 2013 Expected to Reach 3.991 Billion Tons
In its mid-2012 update of global cement volumes, the CW Group lowers its global outlook to 5.3 percent and 5.8 percent for 2012 and 2013, respectively. The mix of regional growth patterns changes with material upgrades and downgrades. “In what has rapidly become an industry benchmark, our... - September 10, 2012 - CW Group