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1Choice Solutions Selected as the 20th Fastest Growing Small Business in Georgia and 149th Fastest Growing Small Business in the South
Business Leader Magazine excitedly announced 1Choice Solutions as the 20th Fastest Growing Small Business in Georgia and 149th Fastest Growing Small Business in the Southeast as one of the winners of the Top 300 Small Businesses of the South. This prestigious award is given each year to honor the top businesses that have accomplished large strides in business growth including community involvement in the business communities they serve. - July 07, 2011 - 1Choice Solutions
Automated Trackers Offering Technical Support with SAM Construction Scheduling Software
Automated Trackers, the makers of the construction scheduling software, SAM, (Superintendent’s Automated Manager) offers technical support to their clients. The company has launched a support page. They encourage customers to fill out the online form, or contact the company through phone or... - July 07, 2011 - Automated Trackers
Royal Flooring of Mission Viejo Offers Free GPS with Floor Installation
Royal Flooring, located in Mission Viejo, has announced an exciting new promotion. - July 07, 2011 - Royal Flooring
Vela Systems and Ziggurat Collaborate to Bring BIM to the Field
Ziggurat services and software enables conversion of 2D to 3D - July 06, 2011 - Vela Systems
Howell Custom Building Group and Benjamin Nutter Architects, LLC Welcome Author Tom Hubka to Speak at ifarm, LLC
Howell Custom Building Group , the north shore’s premium quality home builder and, Benjamin Nutter Architects LLC, a prominent regional design firm, are pleased to announce an open farm day at ifarm, LLC, in Boxford on Sunday, July 10, 2011. The featured speaker will be Tom Hubka. While so... - July 06, 2011 - Howell Custom Building Group
Lumber Demand is Increasing Worldwide and Has Resulted in Higher Lumber Prices in the 1Q/11 in the US, Japan, China and Europe
Last year global demand for softwood lumber increased by more than 10 percent after having hit a 50-year low in 2009. The rise in demand has pushed lumber prices in North America, Asia and Europe to their highest levels in ten months, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. - July 02, 2011 - Wood Resources International LLC
State Treasurer Dan Rutherford Discusses Illinois’ Debt Situation with Rabine Group Employees
State Treasurer Dan Rutherford educated Rabine Group employees on Illinois’ fiscal condition in a 30-minute session that discussed the state’s debt and the steps implemented to deal with the State’s financial issues. - July 02, 2011 - Rabine Group
Balfour Beatty Construction Acquires Howard S. Wright
Balfour Beatty Construction announces today that it has closed on an agreement to acquire Howard S. Wright, one of the oldest contractors on the West Coast, with significant operations in Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, and Phoenix. The acquisition is a strategic step forward for both companies,... - June 30, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
National Training & Certification Seminar for Chinese Drywall Inspection and Remediation Held by the Building Envelope Science Institute in Orlando
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s next National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America for inspection and remediation is being held August 22-23, 2011. This is the most comprehensive two-day course offered and is accepted by the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) for sixteen (16) recertification credits. - June 30, 2011 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Tommy Register, PE, Joins SEPI Engineering & Construction as Transportation Program Manager
Surveying Expert Joins Local Engineering Firm - June 30, 2011 - SEPI Engineering Group
Research a Remodeling Contractor Carefully or You Could Get Burned
If you’re considering a major investment like a kitchen re-do, room addition or bathroom renovation, it’s crucial to research candidates scrupulously. - June 30, 2011 - NARI Chicago
Nations Roof of New York LLC Certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise
Nations Roof of New York LLC, a business specializing in, Commercial Roofing Services, received national certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE). Nations Roof of New York niche market is Commercial roofing services and repair work within metropolitan New York, and New Jersey. - June 29, 2011 - Nations Roof LLC
Rose Paving Donates $5,000 to the Cancer Support Center
As part of its corporate community relations program, Rose Paving Company, headquartered in Bridgeview, IL, has donated $5,000 to the Cancer Support Center, a place of help, hope and healing in the Chicago Southland. Alan Rose, CEO, presented the donation on June 23. In attendance from the Center... - June 29, 2011 - Rose Paving Company
MEDCON L.L.C. Launching RoofAssured, Specializing in Roof Certifications
Managing Partner Steven Long announces transition into roofing certification, restoration, maintenance, and repair business - June 29, 2011 - RoofAssured
FlexiDry: the Chosen Name in Sustainable Construction
FlexiDry is the favourite choice in sustainable construction, and is among the chosen names by sustainable energy solution providers like Warmafloor and Willmot Dixon. FlexiDry was lately used for screeding over 1400 sq.m underfloor heating at Samuel Ward Arts and Technology College, Haverhill, Suffolk. FlexiDry provided the screeding solution, with minimal wastage, quick drying time and reduced requirement of cement. - June 29, 2011 - FlexiDry Global Limited
mRELEVANCE Launches Springfield HBA’s New Website
The mRELEVANCE team recently launched a new website for the Home Builders Association of Greater Springfield. The site – www.SpringfieldHBA.com – provides a wealth of information for association members and local consumers alike. The new site is a highly sophisticated, multi-category... - June 29, 2011 - mRELEVANCE, LLC
Shade Systems Completes Major Airport Parking Shade Project
Shade Systems is proud to announce it has completed on time and on budget its project to design, manufacture, and install the parking lot shade covers for the brand new Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport near Panama City in the Florida panhandle. - June 28, 2011 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Alameda Spray Park in New Mexico Gets New Shade Systems Canopies in Time for the Summer Heat
Shade Systems is proud to be the shade manufacturer of choice for the park planning staff at Bernalillo County for the Alameda Spray Park in New Mexico. The shades were installed on budget and on time - just in time for a hot summer. - June 28, 2011 - Shade Systems, Inc.
Flooring and Carpet Installers in Philadelphia Serve Local Homeowners with Help from SEO Company
Har-Pat Flooring in Philadelphia, PA has hired Prospect Genius, an online advertising agency to support their marketing campaign. - June 25, 2011 - Har-Pat Flooring
Sansbury & Associates Now Represent Metal-Era in Virginia
Sansbury & Associates will be representing Metal-Era’s full line of Roof Edge Solutions, Edge Systems One and Airflow Solutions. - June 25, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Balfour Beatty Establishes South Central Region, Names Doug Jones CEO
Balfour Beatty Construction has named Doug Jones Chief Executive Officer of its South Central region, which serves clients in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Arkansas, and includes a satellite office in Tennessee. In his new role, Jones will oversee strategy and operations for the... - June 24, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
FlexiDry for Mivan Depa’s Maiden Project for the UK
FlexiDry is once again the choice for luxury London Living, with Porchester gate added to the list of high profile Central London apartments screeded with FlexiDry. FlexiDry provided the perfect screeding solution for this project with the flexibility it provides in terms of decision making on time, and choice of drying time. Porchester Gate is acclaimed specialist theme contractors Mivan Depa’s maiden project in the UK. - June 24, 2011 - FlexiDry Global Limited
Tile Supply Online: New User System and Continuation of Free Shipping with No Hidden Costs
Tile Supply Online revealed today that they have added a new user-friendly online ordering system to their new product line-up. This, combined with their free shipping promise, has made them a front runner for contractors as well as residential buyers. - June 24, 2011 - Tile Supply Online
Home Builder in Cabarrus County to be Featured in the Charlotte Observer as Well as the Raleigh News and Observer
In this economy, homeowners have decided that remodeling their existing homes versus relocating is a much more feasible option for them and their families. People sometimes find themselves living in a home that may be outdated and in much need of a facelift. After realizing this problem, homeowners... - June 24, 2011 - Schultz Custom Homes and Remodeling
Rabine Group Introduces Its Newest Company, Roofing Solutions America
Roofing Solutions America is a national commercial roofing company led by passionate experts in the roofing industry. - June 23, 2011 - Rabine Group
Coop Foreclosures in New York City Reach a Two-Year Peak in May 2011
In May 2011 the number of coop units scheduled for auction in New York City reached its highest value in 2 years. - June 22, 2011 - PropertyShark.com
U.S. Concrete Launches New Website
U.S. Concrete, Inc. (Nasdaq: USCR) announced today the launch of phase one of its new, improved and redesigned corporate website www.us-concrete.com. The new website provides enhanced navigation and user experience, and aims at showcasing the company’s sustainability practices, specialty... - June 22, 2011 - US Concrete
FlexiDry F3 / 21 Days for Trinity Spots Hall
Construction is well underway for a new £3m sports hall for Trinity School, Newbury. FlexiDry F3 with a drying time of 21 days is being used for this project which is being carried out by main contractors Kingerlee. FlexiDry is one of the most preferred names in quick drying screeds among... - June 22, 2011 - FlexiDry Global Limited
FlexiDry Offers a Screeding Solution for Rivergate School, Barking
The 14 day dry FlexiDry F2 Fiberscreed has been chosen to be installed over 5500sm of underfloor heating for the Rivergate School. The primary school is part of the first phase of the eco- friendly Barking Riverside Project. FlexiDry offers a screeding solution with its quick drying time and also by acting as the complement for underfloor heating, reducing thermal losses and improving energy efficiency. - June 22, 2011 - FlexiDry Global Limited
Solar Powered LED Warning Lights for the Road and Construction Industry Offers Maintenance Free, 24 Hour Solar Flashing by Lumastrobe Warning Lights
Lumastrobe Warning Lights, innovators in portable, battery-powered warning lights has recently launched it’s 2011 line of solar powered LED lights. This new line features the latest solar technology for solar powered barricade lights, solar powered revolving and flashing lights and several... - June 21, 2011 - Lumastrobe Warning Lights
EPL Skylift Takes on a Fresh Nautical Access Challenge
EPL Skylift has demonstrated the effectiveness of powered access by providing equipment that allowed maintenance engineers to work on the world’s first purpose-built ship for installing offshore wind turbines. The T58R truck-mounted platform, which has a working height of 58 metres and is... - June 18, 2011 - EPL Skylift
Paul Primavera Joins Metal-Era as Midwest Regional Sales Manager
Responsible for overseeing and supporting the sales efforts of Roof Edge Solutions, Edge Systems One and Airflow Solutions for 14 states. - June 18, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Shea Properties Adds Two Real Estate Veterans to Executive Team: Bryan McGowan and J.J. Abraham
Commercial real estate and capital markets veteran Bryan McGowan has been named chief operating officer and chief financial officer of Shea Properties, company officials announced today. - June 17, 2011 - Shea Properties
Rabine Group Employees Complete OSHA Training for Work Safety
Rabine Group employees undergo Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s training designed to create a safe work environment. - June 17, 2011 - Rabine Group
Starborn Industries Celebrates 50 Years of Success & Innovation
New Website Combines History of Achievement, Detailed Product Information & Industry’s Most Comprehensive Source of Information for Deck Screws - June 16, 2011 - Starborn Industries
Double V Construction Ltd. Launches DoubleVConstruction.com
Established in 1972, Double V Construction Ltd. has built a strong tradition of building excellence within BC's construction industry by working on a diverse range of construction projects. With its ever-growing list of successfully completed projects, Double V chose Honeycomb Creative to develop a new website to showcase the diversity of its project work online. - June 16, 2011 - Honeycomb Creative Solutions
Innovative Home Concepts, Inc. is Voted Best Roofing and Siding Contractor in Mchenry County
Innovative Home Concepts, Inc., a remodeling company specializing in windows, siding, roofing, gutters, doors, and decks, is the proud recipient of the 2011 Best of the Fox Reader's Choice Award for Best Siding and Roofing Contractor in Mchenry County. Innovative also received recognition for being the best employer with less than 40 employees as well as one of the best handyman service, deck builder, and home remodeler in Mchenry County. - June 15, 2011 - Innovative Home Concepts, Inc
The Coolest Building Products on the Planet in the June Issue of Construction Digital
Read about the coolest building products on the planet in the June issue of Construction Digital Magazine. Technology has always been at the forefront of the construction industry. This month’s issue of Construction Digital profiles some of the most bizarre and unique prototypes currently... - June 15, 2011 - WDM Group
Deck Addition Considered One of Top 5 Home Remodeling Projects
Seeking to educate homeowners on the long-term value decks can provide, Long® Fence refers to Remodeling Magazine’s 2010-2011 Cost vs. Value Report. This report shows that a wood deck addition is one of the top five remodeling projects that yield the greatest return on investment. In this... - June 15, 2011 - Long Fence
Alabama Mechanical Contractor M&D Mechanical Receives National Platinum STEP Safety Award
Alabama mechanical contractor M&D Mechanical Contractors has been awarded the national STEP Safety Award by the Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. M&D Mechanical is one of only 571 ABC members in the nation to receive the platinum designation. - June 15, 2011 - M&D Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
G.J. Gardner Homes on Top 100 List of Military Friendly Franchises for 2nd Year in a Row
At a time when many builders are stagnating or downsizing, G.J. Gardner is expanding in the U.S. In addition to the 7 Colorado franchises, there are ten builder owned and operated franchises in California. Upcoming franchise openings include one in Indiana and one in the Boston area that will cover all of New England. - June 15, 2011 - G.J. Gardner Homes, Colorado/Wyoming
The Future of Green Building in the June Issue of Construction Digital
Read about the future of green building in the June issue of Construction Digital Magazine. It seems green building is all the rage these days. Everywhere you look there are new projects popping up, new sustainable technologies being designed, and new standards being created that are constantly... - June 14, 2011 - WDM Group
Stephen Dent Construction Bidding on New Wisconsin Center for the Arts Building
Rumors of a new Wisconsin Center for the Arts building have been circulating for quite some time, and were finally validated last week by the Wisconsin City Counsel. The project has been opened up for bidding, and Stephen Dent Construction was one of the first companies to enter their... - June 12, 2011 - Stephen Dent Construction
Long® Fence Receives Multiple Awards for Safety Performance and Incident Prevention
Two local chapters of Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. have awarded Long® Fence the nationally recognized Gold STEP Award for safety performance and commitment to training and incident prevention. The Metro Washington chapter presented their award on May 19, 2011. The Virginia chapter... - June 11, 2011 - Long Fence
MetalEra.com Adds Animations
Metal-Era, Inc., the national leader in commercial roof edge and roof ventilation solutions, introduces the addition of 11 animations. The animations are designed to help architects, roof consultants, roofing contractors and other design professionals better understand the effects of commercial... - June 11, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Goodwest Linings & Coatings Launches New & Improved Website with Assistance from Ecreativeworks
With their newly updated website, Goodwest gives visitors an in-depth look at their world-class industrial lining and coating services. - June 10, 2011 - Ecreativeworks
New Offerings for Heavy Construction Machinery Added to Worldwide Industrial
The construction machinery marketplace grows to hundreds of dealers, distributors and parts manufacturers. - June 10, 2011 - IndustrialLeaders.com
The Debate between Design/Build Vs. Architecture Profiled in the June Issue of Construction Digital
Read about the debate between the use of Design/Build methods and traditional architecture firms in the June issue of Construction Digital Magazine - June 09, 2011 - WDM Group
Boston Cedar Relocates to a Newer and Larger Facility
After 26 successful years of delivering quality products and services from its original location in Holbrook, MA, the timing is right for Boston Cedar to relocate to a newer and larger facility that was specifically designed for lumber and building materials distribution. Boston Cedar has... - June 09, 2011 - Boston Cedar
A Satisfying Set of Results for Ibstock Brick
Ibstock Brick has conducted its 11th Customer Satisfaction Survey to provide a benchmark for improving the experience its customers receive. The survey revealed satisfying results, notably in the company’s overall performance, technical service and design advice. - June 09, 2011 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd