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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

Nail Gun Depot Now Offers a Full Line of Scrails

Scrails equal labor savings. Learn more about how exciting new line of fasteners can save you time and money. - September 09, 2012 - Nail Gun Depot

Cluj Arena Stadium, Designed with ADVANCE Steel, Nominated for the WAN Awards 2012

As the world's largest architectural awards programme, the WAN Awards offers worldwide exposure for architectural projects. - September 09, 2012 - GRAITEC Group

La Plata Stadium Receives Prestigious IABSE Outstanding Structure Award

Weidlinger designed the unique twin-peaked Tenstar DomeTM for South America’s first fabric-covered stadium. - September 07, 2012 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.

Barry S. Moose, PE Joins SEPI Engineering & Construction as Operations and Maintenance Director

Local Engineering Firm Hires Professional Engineer with 28 Years of Experience. - September 07, 2012 - SEPI Engineering Group

VersaStick™: New Universal "Green" Pressure Sensitive Flooring Adhesive

VersaStick™ is VOC- and solvent free clearset, fast drying adhesive for use on subfloors and against floor being laid. A versatile adhesive, it enables fewer SKUs. Spreads easily and has high ititial tack. - September 07, 2012 - MP Global Products

Wine Cellars: Not Just for Basements Anymore

Canadian Company Pushes the Limit on Wine Cellar Design and Engineering - September 05, 2012 - Genuwine Cellars | Custom Wine Cellars

Lumber Markets in the US Improving with Higher Demand and Increasing Prices in the 2Q/12; Sawlog Price Trends Mixed

Increased demand for lumber in the US and higher exports from Canada to China have resulted in lumber prices being about 35% higher in August of 2012 as compared to August of 2011. Sawlog prices have moved up in Interior BC 2Q/12 y-o-y, while falling in Western US and remaining unchanged in Eastern Canada and the US South, according to WRQ. - September 03, 2012 - Wood Resources International LLC

Rabine Quality and Innovation Center is Complete

Rabine Group has finished building its Rabine Quality and Innovation Center, which is a room dedicated to the learning and innovating of Rabine Group industry products. - September 02, 2012 - Rabine Group

Sawlog Prices Trended Downward Worldwide in the Past 12 Months; with the Global Sawlog Price Index Falling 11% from the 2Q/11 to the 2Q/12

Wood costs have fallen the past year for many sawmills in the major lumber-producing countries worldwide. The Global Sawlog Price Index was US$82.90 per cubic meter in the 2Q/12, which was 11.5% lower than in the 2Q/11, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. Sawlog prices have declined the most in Europe the past year. - August 31, 2012 - Wood Resources International LLC

Texas Self Storage Association Welcomes Steve Ford at Annual Convention in San Antonio

The Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) is holding its annual convention and trade show on October 14-16 in San Antonio. The keynote speaker for this convergence of the Texas self storage industry will be Steve Ford. The son of former President Gerald R. Ford and Betty Ford, Steve Ford has... - August 31, 2012 - Texas Self Storage Association

Julian Construction Inc. Outlines Policy of 100% Quality Insurance

Construction Company Sets Forth Policy for Guarantee of Technical Excellence - August 31, 2012 - Julian Construction

Cleaning Company Seeks to Raise Construction Cleaning Standard

Building Cleaning Services Speaks Out on Post-Construction Cleaning Matters - August 31, 2012 - Building Cleaning Services

Blades Direct / BladesDirect.net Announces the Release of the Newly Updated Company Logo

Bladesdirect.net has added a newer and more modern and fresh company logo. - August 31, 2012 - Cut-Master Diamond Products

Wahaso Corp. and PuraTerra LLC Form Strategic Alliance

PuraTerra LLC has entered into a strategic partnership with Water Harvesting Solutions, Inc. (Wahaso) to sell the latter’s solutions in the Northeastern U.S. This alliance represents a continuation of PuraTerra’s strategy to work with “best of breed” manufacturers of sustainable construction products. PuraTerra’s Territory Managers will perform outreach to architects, building owners, developers, and engineers in order to expand the usage of Wahaso's eco-friendly water harvesting products. - August 31, 2012 - PuraTerra LLC

Water Damage Restoration Company in Greensboro, NC, Boosts Web Presence with Help from SEO Firm

Greensboro-area home- and business owners dealing with the fallout after a flood or other water disaster will soon have an easier time getting their space back to normal. Through a new partnership with the online marketing firm Prospect Genius, locally owned water damage restoration company... - August 31, 2012 - Carolina Restoration & Carpet Cleaning LLC

Spitfire Announces Compatibility with iPad Tablets

Spitfire Development has leveraged Google’s recent release of Chrome for the iPad to provide increased functionality and compatibility. - August 30, 2012 - Spitfire Management Software

Rabine Group Honored with 2012 Inc. 500|5000 Listing

The Rabine Group of companies has made the 2012 Inc. 500|5000 list of the fastest–growing private companies in America. - August 29, 2012 - Rabine Group

The Douglas Company Completes Construction on Westview at Ellisville Project

Toledo, Ohio based general contractor, The Douglas Company, recently completed construction on a brand new assisted living and memory care facility in Ellisville, Missouri. The Westview at Ellisville senior community provides residents with 77,000 square feet of state-of-the-art living space that... - August 29, 2012 - The Douglas Company

General Membrane S.p.A Announces Introduction of EagleXtra APP Modified Bitumen to U.S. Market

Renowned Italian Roofing Manufacture Expands Global Operations to United States - August 29, 2012 - Complete Coverage

Triangle Grading and Paving to Widen and Resurface Glensford Drive in Fayetteville, N.C.

Burlington, N.C., Construction Company Awarded $8.8 Million Contract from N.C. Department of Transportation - August 26, 2012 - Triangle Grading and Paving

Industry Advancement: Zimmermann Construction Staffing Nears Launch of Construction Personnel Job Board

Zimmermann Construction Staffing is nearing the launch of a new job board that will connect construction personnel with contractors across the nation. Zimmermann has taken the phrase that has been used for years, "Get onboard with us," and used it as a springboard for industry advancement. - August 26, 2012 - Zimmermann Construction Staffing

Bencardino Continues Work with Parx Casino & Racing

Bucks County-based Excavation Company Handles Project at Philadelphia-area Casino. - August 25, 2012 - Bencardino Excavating

Fabric Structures and Storage Solutions- Top 5 Things to Consider

Industry expert and General Manager of "Cameron Construction Services Ltd.," Tim Nash, offers his insight as to what the most important factors are when choosing the proper structure for your building needs and requirements. - August 24, 2012 - Cameron Construction Services

QA Graphics Provides HVAC Graphic Solutions for Data Centers

QA Graphics, a leading provider of HVAC graphic design solutions, has expanded their services to provide high-end system graphic development for data centers. These graphic solutions will help data center operators better visualize and review critical information. - August 24, 2012 - QA Graphics

Sales of Roofing Sheets from Foregale on the Increase

Roofing sheets from Foregale are flying off the shelves as consumers look for cheaper roofing solutions. Sales of roofing sheets from Foregale have been gradually increasing for several years now. - August 23, 2012 - Foregale Ltd

Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell Welcomes Heidi J. Gassman as Associate

Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC is pleased to welcome Heidi J. Gassman to its team. Ms. Gassman joins the firm after running a successful practice in Seattle, Washington and brings her 15+ years of experience in representing builders, developers, general contractors, and design... - August 21, 2012 - Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC

Triangle Grading and Paving Names Adam White Safety Training Officer and Assistant Safety Director

Former N.C. Department of Transportation Expert to Oversee Company Training Programs, Security Operations - August 19, 2012 - Triangle Grading and Paving

Oldcastle Precast Supplies Super Girders for New Appleway Bridge

Oldcastle Precast - Central Pre-Mix Prestress Co. Supplies New Generation Super Girders for Spokane River Appleway Bridge - August 17, 2012 - Oldcastle Precast, Inc

Nu Flow Opens New Office Near Washington D.C.

Nu Flow America, the world leader for in-place mechanical pipe system rehabilitation, has opened its newest office near Washington, D.C. This expansion was made as a result of the flourishing growth and demand of Nu Flow’s unique services, as well as an abundance of previous work with... - August 16, 2012 - Nu Flow

Floyd McMillin, Honest Kansas Builder Starts Floyd McMillin Construction Blog

Honest and experienced builder Floyd McMillin from McMillin Construction Custom Homes, Inc, has started a new construction industry blog called the Floyd McMillin Construction Blog that provides a forum for companies in the building industry to share tips of the trade. The founder of the Floyd... - August 15, 2012 - McMillin Construction Custom Homes, Inc.

Lennar's Multi-Generational Home a Success in Arizona

The national home builder created a home within a home, affording privacy yet affordability for multiple adult generations living under one roof. Lennar has sold more than 100 such homes in six months in Arizona alone. - August 15, 2012 - Lennar, Arizona

BusinessLeader.com Selects comCables as Top 2012 Small Business

comCables, the Denver-based manufacturer of structured cabling and low voltage connectivity systems, was awarded Colorado’s #1 Small Business of 2012 by BusinessLeader.com. Selected from more than 300 small businesses, comCables was honored for its dynamic approach to cultivating the... - August 15, 2012 - comCables

Idaho Siding Contractor Recognized as Preferred Remodeler by James Hardie

Leading Idaho Siding Contractor, Siding Pros of Idaho is now a preferred James Hardie siding remodeler for Boise and all of south-west Idaho. - August 15, 2012 - Siding Pros Of Idaho

Superior Kitchens and More Launches New Online Pricing System

Miami based Superior Kitchens is proud to announce the launch of its new website and online dealer pricing system at www.skitchens.com. Superior continues to pave the way as a leading distributor of residential kitchen and bath cabinetry and the company is staying ahead of the curve and the... - August 12, 2012 - Superior Kitchens and More

Consolidated Consultants Bags Three New MEP Projects

Consolidated Consultants & Engineers Private Limited (“CCEPL”), a leading electrical, mechanical, renewable energy, plumbing and public health engineering group based in Pune, Maharashtra, bagged three new big projects from Chattisgarh state proving its stupendous growth nationally, after taking up the Army Hospital project in Bhutan. - August 12, 2012 - consolidated consultants & Engineers Pvt. Ltd

M-B Building’s Platinum Collection Door Weatherstrip Replacement Exclusively Available Online from The Hardware City

Combat the weather and defend your home with the new Platinum Collection Door Weatherstrip Replacement by M-D Building Products, only offered exclusively online at The Hardware City. Your home relies heavily on its door seal. If that seal ever fails, you not only have to worry about a draft... - August 10, 2012 - TheHardwareCity.com

China Imported 15 Percent Less Sawlogs in the First Half of 2012 Than in 1H/2011; in Addition, Prices for Domestic and Imported Softwood Logs Were Lower Than Last Year

The slowing economy in China has reduced the importation of logs from New Zealand, Russia and the US by about 15 percent during the first six months of 2012. Prices for imported and domestic softwood logs in China have fallen this year by 14 percent and 10 percent, respectively as reported in the Wood Resource Quarterly. - August 07, 2012 - Wood Resources International LLC

Maureen Efthyvoulou Promoted to Assistant Vice President, Underwriting Support and Compliance at New Day Underwriting Managers

New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, an environmental and construction-related professional liability resource for insurance agents and brokers, has promoted Maureen Efthyvoulou to Assistant Vice President, Underwriting Support and Compliance. Efthyvoulou joined New Day in 2005 as one of its first... - August 07, 2012 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice