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Ibstock Brick Takes a Specialist Approach to Service and Support
Ibstock Brick has created a dedicated team of expert sales advisors for its range of brickwork components and special shapes to assist with customers’ enquiries. - June 09, 2011 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd
Ibstock Brick Factory Celebrates 300th Anniversary
Ibstock Brick’s Chailey factory, which has the capacity to manufacture approximately 14 million bricks per year, is celebrating 300 years of continuous brick making – the longest in the UK. - June 09, 2011 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd
Ibstock Brick Launches New Manor Range
Ibstock Brick’s new manor range is designed to replicate traditional finishes enabling architects and housebuilders to create homes that fit in with their environment and offer kerb appeal. - June 09, 2011 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd
Window and Siding Contractors in Albany Join with SEO Marketers to Improve Access for Locals
Navco Window & Door Company has hired an Online Advertising Company, Prospect Genius, to better serve the residents of Albany. - June 09, 2011 - Navco Window & Door Company
NEWPRO Receives 2011 National Replacement Contractor Service Excellence Award
NEWPRO, the leading replacement window manufacturer and provider in New England, has been named winner of the 2011 Replacement Contractor Service Excellence Award for outstanding customer service. - June 07, 2011 - Newpro Replacement Windows
Optimalon Software Released New Excel Add-in 1DCutX for Optimal Linear Material Cutting
Working out how to make the best possible use of linear material stocks has always been a hard, everyday problem, which now can be easily solved by new release of 1DCutX add-in for Microsoft Excel. - June 06, 2011 - Optimalon Software Ltd.
Precision Door Service Commercial Division Achieves AAADM Certification
Company adds additional certification to better serve commercial - industrial customers. - June 04, 2011 - Precision Door Service Seattle
Panther Wins Test Match for Top Job at Lord’s
One of the world’s iconic sporting structures is in sparkling form thanks to a spring clean made possible by an 80ft Panther boom. The Media Centre at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London has been given a thorough clean in time for England to take on Sri Lanka and India in Test Matches this... - June 03, 2011 - Panther
Precision Walls Announces Opening of Tennessee Office
Precision Walls Continues Expansion to Meet Needs of Clients in Tennessee. - June 02, 2011 - Precision Walls, Inc
Bathroom Remodeling DC Company, JRT Bath, Offering Luxury Surface Materials
Leading provider of bathroom remodeling services in DC, JRT Bath, is now proudly offering luxury surface materials to its valued clientele. The luxury yet affordable materials provided by JRT Bath are designed for all bathroom surfaces to enhance the look and feel of any space. - June 02, 2011 - JRT Bath
Vela Systems Field Management Suite Celebrates First Full Year on Market: Supports Record Growth for Company
iPad use in Construction and BIM adoption help drive results. - June 01, 2011 - Vela Systems
Automated Trackers Offers Solution to Homebuilding with Construction Scheduling Software System
Automated Trackers is now offering their construction scheduling software system to homebuilders across the nation. The modern approach to construction management is aimed towards reducing build times while adhering to strict procedures that guarantee quality homes. The software called SAM... - June 01, 2011 - Automated Trackers
Stephen Dent Construction Announces 250 Days Without Accident or Injury
Stephen Dent Construction has long been considered one of the safest construction companies in the greater Milwaukee area, and today they announced a landmark milestone-250 days without accident or injury. The issue of workplace safety has always been a hot button issue, and undoubtedly the cost... - May 28, 2011 - Stephen Dent Construction
White Digital Media Announces Logan Broyles as New Content Director for Construction Digital
Digital Media Company Adds New Face to Expanding Editorial Team - May 27, 2011 - WDM Group
U.S. Concrete Sponsors GreenerBuilder 2011
U.S. Concrete, Inc. has been named the signature sponsor of GreenerBuilder 2011. Organized by the U.S. Green Building Council – Northern California Chapter, GreenerBuilder is an opportunity for construction industry professionals to be on the leading edge and explore “what’s now... - May 27, 2011 - US Concrete
Stephen Dent Construction Announces Deep Green Building
Stephen Dent Construction will now be using deep green materials whenever possible for all construction in the greater Milwaukee area. - May 27, 2011 - Stephen Dent Construction
Green Building at Stephen Dent Construction
At Stephen Dent Construction, safety has always been the most important part of the mission statement. They provide their employees with the latest, top of the line safety equipment, and they only use non-toxic, environmentally friendly products. Stephen Dent is a family company, and as such, they... - May 27, 2011 - Stephen Dent Construction
New Metal-Era President, Tony Mallinger, Takes the Reins
Metal-Era, Inc., the national leader in commercial roof edge and roof ventilation solutions, announces that Tony Mallinger has been promoted to President, effective immediately. Since 2001, Tony served as Metal-Era’s Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Sales. Throughout his tenure... - May 27, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
New York City Foreclosures Down 12 Percent from March 2011; Brooklyn Foreclosures Decreased by 54 Percent While Manhattan Foreclosures Increased 4%
The number of new scheduled NYC foreclosure auctions was down 65% in April 2011 compared to April 2010, and was down 12% from March 2011. - May 26, 2011 - PropertyShark.com
Beasley & Henley Part of National Trend: Begins Update of Nashville Condo-Apartment Complex
Condo and Apartment renovations are becoming more popular as builders look to update existing buildings in desirable parts of town rather than build new in the outlying areas. Award-winning interior design firm Beasley & Henley Interior Design, is working with Atlanta based developer Pollack Partners, to update the design of their latest multi-family acquisition in Nashville, TN. - May 25, 2011 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
Preston Construction, L.L.C. Launches Website
To correspond with the companies continued growth, Preston Construction, L.L.C. (Preston), of Philadelphia, PA, is proud to announce the launch of its new website, www.prestonpa.com. Users will be able to use this site to review the extensive list of site contracting services that Preston offers,... - May 24, 2011 - Preston Construction, L.L.C.
G.J. Gardner to build Energy Freedom Home at Wild Pointe Ranch in Colorado
Custom homebuilder’s extensive experience building Green Certified and sustainable homes a perfect fit for “Energy Conscious” community. - May 22, 2011 - G.J. Gardner Homes, Colorado/Wyoming
Precision Walls, Inc. Expands Team with Three New Hires
Precision Walls, Inc., one of the Southeast’s leading specialty contractors, welcomes three new team members. Michael Zinna joins the Charleston branch as Project Manager. Susan Lewis joins the Wilmington branch as Administrative Assistant. Watson Snider also joins the Wilmington team as Account Executive. - May 22, 2011 - Precision Walls, Inc
The Building Supply Marketplace Adds Salvage & Surplus Building Supplies
The US-Asia Trade Portal increases offerings for plywood, doors, windows, concrete and other building materials. - May 22, 2011 - IndustrialLeaders.com
Soapstone Countertops Wholesaler, Teresina Soapstone, Has Moved to New Location
Teresina Soapstone has recently moved to a new location. Now located in Roseville, California, Teresina Soapstone is better able to serve customers from all around Northern and Central California as well as out-of-state clients in Oregon, Nevada, Washington and more. - May 21, 2011 - Teresina Soapstone
Luxurious 2411 Washington Apartments to be Built by CF Jordan Construction
New Apartment Homes Coming to Houston. - May 21, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
Georgia Construction and Design Professional Earns Highly Respected Industry Certification
Highlight Homes' Principal Tony Pourhassan Recognized for his Expertise in Kitchen and Bath Remodeling. - May 21, 2011 - Highlight Homes, LLC
Rabine Group Companies Provide Complimentary Paving Services for a Cause
Rabine Paving and Pavement Solutions improves Yancey Boys and Girls Club of Chicago’s sidewalk by providing complimentary concrete and asphalt pavement services. - May 20, 2011 - Rabine Group
CF Jordan Construction Awarded Georgia Southern University Project
Energized new student housing coming to GSU - May 20, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
Nation’s Most Visited Winery Benefits from Stonhard Protective Floor, Wall and Lining Systems
Recently, Stonhard, world leader in seamless floor, wall and lining systems, revamped floors and walls in Biltmore Winery’s production facilities. - May 20, 2011 - Stonhard, Inc.
CF Jordan Construction Awarded The Venue at Montecillo in El Paso
CF Jordan to build first Smart-Growth community in El Paso. - May 19, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
Honda Dealership Gets Industrial Flooring from Versatile Building Products & Garage Experts
Garage Experts® of Central PA completes top-quality industrial coating for a local Honda® shop and eyes future dealership projects. - May 18, 2011 - Versatile Building Products
Cargill Construction Co., LLC Wins GuildQuality's 2011 Guildmaster Award
Local Lakes Region homebuilder wins prestigious award for quality. - May 18, 2011 - Cargill Construction Co., LLC
Russian Log and Lumber Exports Increased Substantially in 1Q/11, Thanks to Higher Wood Demand in China, Finland and Japan, Reports the Wood Resource Quarterly
The world’s largest log exporter, Russia, increased the shipments of logs in the 1Q/11 after having declined for four years, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. Russian exports of softwood lumber have also gone up substantially, especially to China, Uzbekistan, Japan and Egypt. - May 16, 2011 - Wood Resources International LLC
Trump’s Latest Luxury Hotel in Toronto Profiled in the May Issue of Construction Digital
Read about Donald Trump’s newest luxury hotel in Toronto in the May issue of Construction Digital Magazine. Luxury hotels seem to be springing up all over Canada’s largest city like wildflowers, but the crown jewel will be the brand new Trump International Hotel & Tower which is... - May 14, 2011 - WDM Group
Metal Fascia & Coping Systems Now Embossed with "ES-1 Tested"
Metal-Era, Inc., the national leader in commercial roof edge and roof ventilation solutions, announces that it is now stamping all ANSI/SPRI ES-1 tested fascia and coping systems with the words “ES-1 Tested.” Metal-Era’s wide range of perimeter edge metal systems are engineered to... - May 14, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
The World’s Funkiest Homes Profiled in the May Issue of Construction Digital Magazine
Construction Digital Magazine, the leading digital construction publication for C-level executives, is pleased to announce the launch of its May issue. In the cover story, “The World’s Most Exotic Homes,” the digital magazine names some of the most expensive, unique and downright... - May 13, 2011 - WDM Group
Canadian Construction Association Launches a New Resources for Youth to Explore a Career in Civil Construction
Canadian Construction Association’s Civil Infrastructure Council last week launched a new website, http://www.careersincivilconstruction.ca, aimed mainly at high school and college students but applicable to anyone looking for information on civil construction careers. Civil construction,... - May 12, 2011 - Canadian Construction Association
Versatile Building Products' New Class Helps Decorative Concrete Contractors Learn the Ins and Outs of Concrete Overlay
Versatile Building Products offers two-day advanced training in its revolutionary Nano-Crete polymer cement product. - May 10, 2011 - Versatile Building Products
The Preserve at Fredericksburg Wins 2010 Gold Nugget Merit Award
CF Jordan Construction, a leading Texas based commercial construction and construction management company, recently received the 2010 Gold Nugget Merit Award for Best Multi-Housing Project by Builder & Developer magazine. The award was received in the category for Best Multi-Family Housing... - May 08, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
Houston Home Improvement Contractor, Master Remodelers, Wins Best of Houston Award for the 3rd Year in a Row
Master Remodelers, one of Houston's best home improvement contractors, won the 2008, 2009, and 2010 "Best of Houston" awards given by the US Local Business Association. - May 08, 2011 - Master Remodelers
DexSystems Overcomes Failed Mud-Set Freeze Thaw Cold with New Outdoor Floor Technology
With great skill this homeowner places porcelain tile on outdoor floor decking in cold climate without the use of traditional cement based materials. - May 07, 2011 - DexSystems Inc.
CF Jordan Construction Named One of America’s Safest Companies for 2010
EHS Today Magazine Honors CF Jordan - May 07, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
Home Builder in Cabarrus County Breaks Into the Greater Charlotte, NC Remodeling Market
Undoubtedly, the Schultz Custom Homes and Remodeling team has now broken into the Charlotte, NC home renovation market. Tom and Janet Schultz maintain that they thoroughly enjoy working with homeowners in their area of Cabarrus County and are looking forward to the idea of offering the same customer satisfaction to residents of the Greater Charlotte, NC region. - May 07, 2011 - Schultz Custom Homes and Remodeling
ACISCO Sets New Construction and Renovation Standard with Free Consultations and On-Site Sketches
ACISCO, a multidimensional company providing construction and renovation services, modular workstations and more, is offering complimentary consultations for prospective clients. - May 06, 2011 - ACISCO Flooring and Carpeting
GCN Canada Inc. Begins Preparations for Start Up of the Emerald Coast Project in Cameroon
GCN Canada, Inc. announces it has begun making preparations to send an advance team to Limbe, Cameroon to initiate the development of the Emerald Coast Free Zone Development Project - May 05, 2011 - GCN Canada, Inc.
CJ Sharp Joins Metal-Era as Southeast Regional Sales Manager
Responsible for overseeing and supporting sales efforts for 10 states. - May 05, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
KY Architectural Firm Building Better, Healthier, High-Performance Schools with Next Generation Insulation
Communities are demanding healthier, more energy efficient, greener schools. RossTarrant is meeting that demand in the southeast with the help of InsulBloc SPF Insulation by NCFI Polyurethanes. - May 05, 2011 - NCFI Polyurethanes
ACISCO.com Offers Design, Construction and Renovation Insights and Specials Through Enhanced Social Presence
Design, construction and renovation provider ACISCO.com recently expanded its online presence to include Facebook and Twitter profiles, as well as a modular office furniture blog. - May 02, 2011 - ACISCO Flooring and Carpeting
Oldcastle Precast Offers New AIA-CES Online Course – “Transformer Fire Protection"
The online course is designed to educate design and engineering professionals on why transformers fail, causes and effects of transformer fires. - May 01, 2011 - Oldcastle Precast, Inc