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Integrated Solutions Group Expands Minnesota Branch Office Expertise
Northeast office Build-Out Solutions Company adds two decades of office furniture experience at their Minneapolis, Minnesota location. - June 07, 2010 - Integrated Solutions Group
Lu Engineers Relocates Headquarters to Support Growth Strategy
Lu Engineers move their headquarters to add more space for planned growth and to give their employees a more professional and comfortable place to work. - June 05, 2010 - Lu Engineers
Advanced Media Design Systems Awarded Audio Visual Contract of Joint Strike Force Ops at Eglin AFB
Advanced Media Design Systems (AMDS) was recently awarded the audio visual (AV) component of the Joint Strike Fighter Air Force/Navy/Marine Squad Ops located on Eglin Air Force Base, FL. The training facility is expected to instruct over 500 F-35 pilots a year from the Air Force, Navy, Marines and... - June 04, 2010 - Advanced Media Design Systems
Lavendon Group PLC Enjoys Gold Celebration at RoSPA Awards
Lavendon Group PLC is celebrating winning the prestigious Royal Society for Prevention of Accidents Gold Award for Occupational Health and Safety. Gold Awards are given by RoSPA to organisations that can demonstrate the highest standards of health and safety at work. To be one of the companies to... - June 04, 2010 - Lavendon Access Services
RedVector’s New Online Corporate Compliance Training Course Targets Code of Business Conduct, Code of Ethics Issues
RedVector, Inc., the leading provider of online education for the architectural, engineering and construction (AEC) industries, has launched an important new corporate compliance traning course that is significant to every organization in the business - June 03, 2010 - RedVector
Industrial Buildings According to Frisomat: A High-Tech Corporate Movie
Frisomat, international player in industrial buildings, introduces a brand-new and dynamic corporate movie. Using the latest film techniques, the life process of a steel construction is explained, from design to realization. - June 03, 2010 - Frisomat industrial buildings
HDW Selects Microsoft RMS as Preferred Hardware Store POS
Hardware Distribution Warehouse (HDW) performed an extensive review of available Hardware Store Point of Sale Systems (POS). Major considerations were: Stability of the POS software company, the number of users worldwide, the support costs (typically a function of the user count), the number of POS support options (the support network of certified professionals for the POS software product) and the ability of the POS software to stay current with technology. Microsoft RMS was chosen. - June 02, 2010 - System Solutions LLC
Own a Property in Italy and Benefit from the Health Giving Mediterranean Diet and Lifestyle - Realitalia Freehold Managed Property in Italy
Luca Catalano, director at Realitalia says, "I was intrigued by the opinion of Susan Marshall Tomassini, an English Nutritional Therapist who highlights the medical benefits of a traditional Mediterranean diet. This applies especially in the Realitalia property in Italy that offers our owners a concrete opportunity to join the local community. I see it as a real chance to adopt better habits." - June 01, 2010 - Realitalia
Trans Energy Systems New-Look Website
Trans Energy Systems have updated their website with a new look/new feel and an easier navigation panel. They are pleased to have information about their projects that have been completed with videos and presentations. This will enable viewers to see the quality preparation that takes place from... - June 01, 2010 - Trans Energy Systems
Royal Oaks Building Group Introduces Abbington Ridge Neighborhood
Rich Van Tassel, president of Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that the company has completed homes in the residential neighborhood of Abbington Ridge. Located off Rock Quarry Road in southeast Raleigh, Abbington Ridge features homes starting in the $130s, ranging... - May 29, 2010 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in New Orleans, Louisiana
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has held training seminars on Defective Drywall throughout Florida since October 2009; now the institute is going to New Orleans to provide qualified individuals training to perform inspections and remediation on structures with Chinese "Defective" Drywall. - May 27, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Turner | BE&K | Davis Joint Venture Team Spend $27 Million with Small Businesses on NASCAR Hall of Fame Project
Joint venture partners Turner Construction Company, BE&K Building Group and Walter B. Davis, a minority owned firm, surpassed the City of Charlotte’s Small Business Opportunity Program utilization goal set for the high profile NASCAR Hall of Fame, Convention Center Expansion and Parking... - May 27, 2010 - Lil Associates II Inc.
New from Buy American, Directory of Construction Equipment and Machines
New and used construction equipment directory swells to dozens of construction machines and other heavy equipment. - May 27, 2010 - IndustrialLeaders.com
Charlotte Plumbing & Air Conditioning Company, Dan King Services, Proves Their Customer Satisfaction Strategy Works
According to experts at Dan King Services, their Charlotte plumbing and Charlotte Air Conditioning clients continue to use their services all year round because of their customer satisfaction. Most of all, their Charlotte Plumbing Company, Ben Franklin Plumbing and their Charlotte Air Conditioning... - May 26, 2010 - Dan King Services
Innovative Gas Vapor Mitigation Systems for Protection Against Vapor Intrusion in Brownfield Redevelopment Projects
CETCO announces the availability of an innovative multi-system Gas Vapor Mitigation program. With vapor intrusion becoming more of a significant environmental issue for regulators, industry leaders, and concerned residents nationwide, CETCO has developed, with the support of their world-class research and development team, a multi-system approach that provides four customized solutions for mitigating gas vapors generated from a wide variety of contaminants. - May 24, 2010 - CETCO
Hail Yes! SUNOPTICS CLEAR ARMOR® Polycarbonate Prismatic Skylight Revolutionizes Daylighting in Hail Prone Regions of the World
The first Factory Mutual (FM) Approved Fixed Skylight in the World built on Sunoptics High Performance Prismatic Daylighting Technology Also Comes with a 5 Year Hail Proof Warranty. - May 22, 2010 - SUNOPTICS High Performance Prismatic Daylighting
NPR Selects Balfour Beatty Construction to Build Its New Headquarters
Balfour Beatty Construction was selected to provide preconstruction services and manage construction of NPR's new headquarters, which will be located in Washington, D.C. - May 20, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Fort Wayne Based Company American Wire Rope & Sling to Purchase Business Assets of Material Handling Equipment Corporation
American Wire Rope & Sling (AWRS) announced today it has reached terms to acquire the business assets of Fort Wayne based Material Handling Equipment Corporation (MHEC) for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition will allow AWRS to strengthen and diversify its services and product offerings to current customers, as well as significantly broaden its customer base in the Midwest. - May 19, 2010 - American Wire Rope and Sling
Lennar Jacksonville Wins Five Gold and Two Silver Awards in Northeast Florida Builders Association 2010 Parade of Homes
The Jacksonville division of Lennar, one of the nation’s leading homebuilders and recently ranked number one builder in Jacksonville for customer satisfaction by one of the top customer research firms, recently received five Gold awards and two Silver awards in the Northeast Florida Builders... - May 19, 2010 - Lennar, East Coast Division
Balfour Beatty Construction Establishes New North Region
Company establishes new region, promoting leaders from within - May 18, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Royal Oaks Building Group Recognized at MAME Awards
Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that the company has been recognized with awards in five categories at the 2010 Major Achievements in Marketing Excellence (MAME) Awards, presented by the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County (HBA) and the Triangle... - May 15, 2010 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Geo-Logical CEO, Chad Dudeck, Named Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year® 2010 Award Finalist in Florida
Dudeck, an award-winning entrepreneur, has spent five years building a successful Inc. 500|5000 company, and now, in the spirit of giving back, he is committed to raising $1 million for charity this year. - May 14, 2010 - Geo-Logical, Inc.
Kaminskiy Construction Inc Home Remodeling in San Diego: Specialize in Home Improvements
Kaminskiy Construction Inc. is a recognized and reputable company that specializes in home improvements, as well as kitchen and bathroom remodeling in San Diego and can handle different projects of all sizes. Their knowledgeable team of experienced general contractors, architects, designers and skilled technicians are able to complete every job, on time and on budget. - May 13, 2010 - Kaminskiy Construction Inc
Local Builder Helps ABC's Extreme Makeover Home Edition Construct First Modular Home
In ninety-six hours a highly coordinated group of builders construct a 4,150 square foot modular home for the Williams Family of Pine Mountain Valley Georgia. The Williams are an inspirational family battling a terminal illness, a childhood disability, and their home literally crumbling around them. ABC's Extreme Makeover Home Edition featuring this build and family will air on Sunday, May 16th at 8/7c time. - May 12, 2010 - CustomSmart Homes
Matrix New World Engineering Announces the Debut of It's New Sustainability Design Services Division
Matrix New World Engineering, Inc., headquartered in East Hanover, NJ announces the debut of it’s Sustainability & Green Design Services division to complement their suite of engineering, environmental, geotechnical, and Civil engineering services. - May 12, 2010 - Matrix New World Engineering
AdvantaClean Continues Expansion Into Central North Carolina
AdvantaClean, a 15 year old Environmental Services Company based in North Carolina continues growing. - May 11, 2010 - AdvantaClean Systems
Integrated Solutions Group Announces Record Revenue for the 1st Quarter
Northeast Office Build-Out Solutions Company announced record revenue growth for the 1st quarter of 2010. This is especially significant, due to the fact that 2009 was also a record growth year. - May 11, 2010 - Integrated Solutions Group
AAA Wood Processors, Inc. Launches New Website
AAA Wood Processors, Inc., a manufacturer/exporter of quality wood products at factory prices and a provider of various services, is officially announcing the launch of its newly designed corporate website at http://www.aaawoodprocessors.com/. The launch of AAA Wood Processors, Inc.’s new... - May 09, 2010 - AAA Wood Processors, Inc.
SteelMaster Buildings Maintains A+ Standards
SteelMaster Buildings earns an A+ accreditation from the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for their integrity, quality, ethics and high standards of customer service. - May 08, 2010 - SteelMaster Building, LLC.
American West Celebrates Grand Opening of American West Reserve
American West is thrilled to be celebrating the grand opening of their newest community, American West Reserve located in Coronado Ranch in Las Vegas, Nevada. The home designs range from 2,492 to 3,019 square feet. - May 07, 2010 - American West Homes
Beekman Tower Hotel Local, Law 11/98 Project Started by Basonas Construction Corp.
"The challenge," says Michael Brion, President of Basonas Construction Corp., "is performing this type of work involving heavy staging, demolition and labor/ material logistics at a highly visible and occupied hotel complex on time constrains." - May 07, 2010 - Basonas Construction Corp
Building Construction Materials Directory From ForeignTRADEX Swells to Over 1,500 Offerings
Companies involved in the building industry are always in need of supplies, materials and tools and according to IndustrialLEADERS.com they have a cost-effective solution - May 07, 2010 - IndustrialLeaders.com
Hard Money NYC Closes a 180k Bridge Loan on an 8 Family Building in Brooklyn NY
Hard Money NYC closed a 180k bridge loan on an 8 Family Building in Brooklyn NY. The loan was to pay off back taxes before a pending tax sale and to complete the rehab on three of the units. - May 06, 2010 - Hard Money NYC
Jeff Benton Homes Wins GuildQuality 2010 Customer Satisfaction Award
Jeff Benton Homes, a leading homebuilder in Huntsville, Alabama, announced today that the company has been awarded a 2010 Guildmaster Award for exceptional customer satisfaction. Jeff Benton Homes was one of 139 home builders, remodelers, contractors and real estate developers throughout North... - May 06, 2010 - Jeff Benton Homes
Infrared Imaging Services LLC Announces a New Product Offering Called BlockWallScanIR™ in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut
Infrared Imaging Services LLC, a member of the United Infrared Network is excited to be offerering BlockWallScanIR™ a new service in the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut areas. Infrared Imaging Services LLC is an infrared service company based in New City, NY www.Infraredimagingservices.com. BlockWallScanIR™ is a service which provides infrared surveys of commercial, industrial, institutional and residential buildings built with CMU (Concrete Masonry Units) or block walls. - May 06, 2010 - Infrared Imaging Services LLC
NBA Players Choose Gregory A. Jones Architecture
Gregory A. Jones Architecture and B&M Building have been retained by NBA Players Udonis Haslem of the Miami Heat and Keyon Dooling of the New Jersey Nets to provide Architectural and Building services for their residences in South Florida. - May 04, 2010 - Gregory A. Jones Architecture
PlanSwift Announces International Expansion
Estimating Software Company Pursues Australian Market. - May 04, 2010 - Tech Unlimited Inc.
HCA-9100 Humidity Controller Alarm and HC-9100 Humidity Control to be Featured at the AHR Expo
The HCA-9100 and HC-910 families of digital products are intended to replace electro-mechanical products that have been used in a variety of industries for decades. - May 02, 2010 - Control Products, Inc.
EPL Skylift Becomes a Tourist Attraction at London’s Covent Garden
An EPL Skylift truck-mounted platform gave tourists something different to look at when it was used to survey the famous glass roof at Covent Garden Market in London’s West End. The customer, Avalon Abseiling, said the T72 Bronto was perfect for the job as its boom could be moved easily... - May 02, 2010 - EPL Skylift
Balfour Beatty Construction’s Hank Mouser Named Safety Professional of the Year
At its annual Awards Night on April 21, 2010, TEXO, the combined chapter of the North/East Texas Chapter of the Associated General Contractors and the Associated Builders and Contractors North Texas, named Balfour Beatty Construction’s Hank Mouser its 2010 Safety Professional of the Year. The... - April 30, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
AAA Quality Replacement Windows: Scott Thompson the Window Man of Northern Virginia Announces His 1,000 Customer
Not only is Scott Thompson one of the owners of AAA Quality Replacement Windows, his moniker includes "The Window Man," "The Window Pro," and "The Window Doctor." As Scott tells his clients, "I have a PHD, in window-ology" Now Scott can add to AAA Quality Replacement Windows, LLC's bevy of accolades and to his moniker also; as the man who has personally improved the look, energy efficiency and home value of over (1000) one thousand Northern Virginia homes. - April 30, 2010 - AAA Quality Home Improvement
Balfour Beatty Construction Builds Ronald Mcdonald Houses on Two Coasts
Balfour Beatty Construction is celebrating its contributions to two new Ronald McDonald Houses—the “House(s)-That-Love Built®”—each on opposite sides of the United States. On Friday, April 23, the House in San Diego, California received the 2010 Project Achievement Award... - April 29, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
QuikTrip Implements Projectmates Construction Management Software for New Construction and Renovation Program
Systemates today announced QuikTrip Corporation as the newest client of its construction management software, Projectmates. QuikTrip chose Projectmates to manage its new store construction and renovation program, adding to its already over 550 convenience stores. - April 29, 2010 - Systemates, Inc.
Roof Maintenance, Inspections and Coatings for Self-Storage Facilities the Focus of MiniCo Publishing Webinar
On May 5, 2010, D.C. Taylor Co., a leading national roofing contractor with over 60 years of experience providing roofing solutions specifically designed for the self-storage industry, will sponsor a free webinar for self-storage professionals focusing on the importance of roof inspections and... - April 27, 2010 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
Ragsdale Liggett Attorney to Speak at Construction Law Seminar in Greensboro
Raleigh attorney Melissa Dewey Brumback, a partner at Ragsdale Liggett PLLC, will speak at the "North Carolina Construction Law" seminar sponsored by Half Moon, LLC on May 7, 2010 in Greensboro, North Carolina. She will discuss "Making Changes and Resolving Disputes during the Construction Process," including the contract change clause under AIA, EJCDC, and ConsensusDocs, constructive versus ordered changes, site condition disputes, disruption, delay, and acceleration issues. - April 26, 2010 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Thomas Construction Will Feature Quality at St. Charles Home Show
Thomas Construction will show of its products at the St. Charles Home Show from April 23 to April 25. - April 25, 2010 - Thomas Construction
Thomas Construction Celebrates Earth Day with Thermal Windows
Thomas Construction will be at the St. Louis Earth Day Festival on Sunday, April 25 on the Muny grounds in Forest Park. - April 25, 2010 - Thomas Construction
Bowen Family Homes Voted Best of Gwinnett
Bowen Family Homes is proud to be ranked in the prestigious Best of Gwinnett Resource Guide for another consecutive year. Each year thousands of Gwinnett Magazine readers and Gwinnett residents cast their votes for the Best of Gwinnett issue. This popular feature ranks everything from products and... - April 25, 2010 - Bowen Family Homes
Brynfield in Suwanee Introduces New Pricing and New Floorplans
Bowen Family Homes recently announced new pricing and new home designs available for presale at their popular Brynfield community in Suwanee. Brynfield is an exclusive gated community offering two-story Craftsman style home designs with up to four bedrooms and 2,265 square feet of living space. - April 25, 2010 - Bowen Family Homes
Coastal Insulation Corp. To Appear on Discovery Channel’s "Construction Intervention"
The fiberglass division of Coastal Insulation Corp., one of the nation’s largest independent insulation contractors, will appear on an upcoming episode of “Construction Intervention” on the Discovery Channel. - April 24, 2010 - Coastal Insulation Corp