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Koydol Receives Distinguished CBE Certification Award
Koydol, Inc. has met the specific qualifications to receive the highest level of business award of Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) by the Washington, DC City Government. This approval was announced on September 16, 2011. Certification must be renewed every two years in order to keep the status... - October 11, 2011 - Koydol Inc.
The Murus Company Earns Forest Stewardship Certification
Murus Company structural insulated panel (SIPS) products earned the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification which helps builders and specifiers gain environmental and energy credits. - October 07, 2011 - The Murus Company
Dozens of Local Businesses Collaborate to Create One-of-a-Kind, Next Generation, Green, Durable Hurricane/Earthquake Proof Home
An unprecedented demonstration of local business collaboration is taking place now in New Orleans. More than two dozen local construction professionals, design firms, vendors, and product specialists, led by OceanSafe, the The ReGen Group, Woodward Design+Build,, and C&G Construction, have... - October 06, 2011 - Oceansafe
Soapstone Countertops from Teresina Soapstone Are Green, Clean and Efficient
Teresina Soapstone, distributors of soapstone countertops and slabs, is proud to be the largest supplier of soapstone slabs in the Northern California region. In addition to supplying a quality product, many of the customers are making an environmentally conscious decision by choosing soapstone... - October 06, 2011 - Teresina Soapstone
Ibstock Brick Goes Green with Launch of New Sustainability Guide
Ibstock Brick launches a "Sustainable Product Guide" showcasing the very latest in sustainable brick solutions. The brochure acts as a guide for builders looking for inspirational and environmentally friendly solutions when building with brick. - September 26, 2011 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd
New Exclusives Range from Ibstock Brick
Ibstock Brick’s new exclusives range allows architects and specifiers to design buildings that stand out from the crowd with a selection of visually distinctive bricks. - September 26, 2011 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd
Thermal Insulation Specialist Acoustic Thermal Spray Now Offering Innovative K-13
Experts in acoustical thermal insulation treatment systems, ATS Acoustical Thermal Spray have recently announced an exciting new addition to their exceptional product line up. The company will now be offering K-13 spray insulation. This insulation product is designed to offer clientele a wide array... - September 24, 2011 - ATS Acoustical Thermal Spray
Acoustifence® Noise Barrier Cuts Industrial Exhaust Fan Noise in Half at Provincetown Restaurant
Using 4 x 4 posts and Acoustifence material, Provincetown, Massachusetts contractor Deborah Paine built a framed noise barrier to block the ear-piercing sound emanating from a Restaurant situated just feet away from a neighboring three-story apartment building. - September 14, 2011 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
Teresina Soapstone Now Offering the Largest Selection of Soapstone Slabs in Northern California
Teresina Soapstone, distributors of soapstone countertops and slabs, is proud to be one of the largest suppliers of soapstone slabs in the Northern California region with the opening of the new Industrial Avenue showroom. - September 14, 2011 - Teresina Soapstone
Hillsborough Community College Installs Acoustiblok-Wallcover to Quiet Video and Audio Recording Room Used for Creating E-Learning Materials
Acoustiblok-Wallcover was installed in a classroom on the HCC campus, converting the room to a soundproof recording studio without removing drywall. Acoustiblok-Wallcover was installed directly on top of the existing drywall, making it a no-construction soundproofing project that was completed in two days. - September 13, 2011 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
Builders Site Protection Donates Materials for Coastal Cleanup Day
Builders Site Protection will donate reusable trash and recycling collection materials for Coastal Cleanup Day on September 17th, 2011. Builders Site Protection is the premier green surface protection supplier for the construction and remodeling industries. - September 08, 2011 - Builders Site Protection
REOSE Showcasing Sustainable Prototype Containerized Housing Development
New Orleans’ Sustainable Home Model to Promote Green Materials, Appliances, Equipment, and Furnishings That Can be Packaged and Shipped Internationally - September 03, 2011 - Oceansafe
IBSTOCK BRICK Leads the Way on the 2012 BDA Brick Award Shortlist
IBSTOCK BRICK dominates the Brick Development Associations' Brick Awards shortlist, which recognise excellence in design and construction in brick, with 43 nominations. - August 29, 2011 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd
The Woodlands, TX Roofing Credentials of Weather Guard Roofing
Credential tips for Woodlands Residents. Also, Weather Guard Roofing now has a new You Tube Video for viewing. - August 20, 2011 - Weather Guard Roofing
Rocksolid Stone Works Continues to Hold Its Status as the Only Countertop Fabricator in Ohio That is Accredited by the Marble Institute of America (MIA)
Rocksolid Stone Works Continues to Hold Coveted Designation Symbolizing they are Among the Nation’s Finest Granite and Natural Stone Fabricators - August 20, 2011 - Rocksolid Surfaces
U.S. Company, NCFI Polyurethanes, Launches TerraThane.com Website for Geo-Technical Applications and Uses
New Website provides product and application resources to companies working in concrete lifting, concrete slab repair, pipeline work, highway and roadway construction and repair, bridge repair, mine reclamation, pole setting, and soil stabilization. - August 18, 2011 - NCFI Polyurethanes
Urban Exteriors: A Decade Dedicated to High-Quality Decking & Woodworking in Brownstone Brooklyn, NYC
For the past decade, Steve Rayboy of Urban Exteriors has dedicated his livelihood to fulfilling the fine decking and woodworking needs of residents based throughout the historic Brownstone Brooklyn section of New York City, where nearly 60 percent of the area’s fabled brownstones fetch... - August 17, 2011 - Starborn Industries
Therm-All Insulation Featured in the August Issue of Construction Digital Magazine
Therm-All Insulation, a leading building products manufacturer in the U.S., is featured in an 11-page company report in the August issue of Construction Digital magazine. - August 14, 2011 - Therm-All, Inc.
Builders Site Protection Announces the 2011 Young Entrepreneur Business Scholarship Award Recipient
Steven Gehlen has been awarded Builders Site Protection's 2011 Young Entrepreneur Business Scholarship. Steven is pursuing his undergraduate degree in Business Management at the University of Oregon. - August 13, 2011 - Builders Site Protection
Stonhard Launches Stongard, a Product Family That Provides Long-Term Solutions for Moisture Control
Stonhard’s newest product family, Stongard, provides solutions to address moisture control issues in a variety of environments. - August 11, 2011 - Stonhard, Inc.
Sika Sarnafil's Stanley Graveline Receives ASTM William C. Cullen Award
Sika Sarnafil, the worldwide market leader in thermoplastic roofing and waterproofing membranes, is pleased to announce that Stanley Graveline, Vice President, Technical Services, has received the William C. Cullen Award from ASTM International in recognition of his long-time outstanding... - August 10, 2011 - Sika Sarnafil
Rocksolid Stone Works Achieves Certification to Fabricate PaperStone, a 100% Eco-Friendly, Recycled Solid Surface
Countertop Fabricator of Granite, Quartz, and Natural Stone Adds an Environmentally-Friendly Choice to their Extensive Product Offerings - August 10, 2011 - Rocksolid Surfaces
Teresina Soapstone Launches First Print Ad Campaign in Inside Arden Magazine
Teresina Soapstone, distributors of soapstone countertops and slabs, is proud to release its first ever print advertisement, featured in the August, 2011 edition of Inside Arden Magazine. Arden Park, Arden Hills and Arden Arcade are affluent suburban areas of Sacramento, in which Teresina... - August 10, 2011 - Teresina Soapstone
Boston Cedar Adds a Social Media Platform to Its Marketing Strategy
"This key initiative will continue to become an integral part of the overall marketing strategy for the company going forward," said Paul Colliton, Boston Cedar’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. - August 03, 2011 - Boston Cedar
Acoustiblok® and QuietFiber® Layered to Quiet Residential Generator in Maryland Homeowner’s Weekend DIY Sounproofing Project
Acoustifence and QuietFiber are combined in a weekend DIY soundproofing project for a Maryland homeowner looking to quiet his backyard emergency generator. - August 01, 2011 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
Ibstock Brick Launches Inspirational New Literature
New literature from Ibstock Brick helps inspire housebuilders and developers to create buildings with character and charm. - July 29, 2011 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd
Stoneyard.com BIM 3D Objects Now Available for Architectural Design
Stoneyard.com announced the availability of BIM objects for all of their natural stone veneer products. This tool is paramount to the 3D design and implementation process by professional architects and designers. - July 27, 2011 - STONEYARD®
LI Green Building Material Firm to Rebuild Snow-Damaged Warehouse
OceanSafe’s Green and Durable Materials to be Used to Rebuild Crazy Billy’s Wine & Spirits Snow-Damaged Warehouse - July 27, 2011 - Oceansafe
Acoustifence and QuietFiber Combined to Create Industrial-Strength Noise Barrier for Noisy Mountainside Pool Pump System
In response to complaints from neighbors, a Woodside, California homeowner installed a combination of Acoustifence and QuietFiber noise reduction materials in the large housing unit that contains a bevy of pumps, pipes, and electrical equipment necessary to run the many features of his mountainside infinity pool. - July 21, 2011 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
Builders Site Protection Providing Surface Protection for New US Federal Courthouse in San Diego, CA
Builders Site Protection has been selected as the premier surface protection supplier for the San Diego Courthouse. Builders Site Protection has developed a custom-made window mullion protection for the project and looks forward to supplying more surface protection, including door protection and dust control, as the project progresses. - July 16, 2011 - Builders Site Protection
Teresina Soapstone Featured on DIY Network’s Second Annual “Crash Week”
Teresina Soapstone, distributors of soapstone countertops and slabs, are proud to take part in DIY Network’s second annual “Crash Week” event, based on the network’s popular Crashers franchise. The home improvement show depicts radical home makeovers completed in three days... - July 15, 2011 - Teresina Soapstone
Builders Site Protection to Supply Linus Pauling Science Center with Surface Protection
Builders Site Protection is providing surface protection to the general contractor building the Linus Pauling Science Center at Oregon State University in Corvallis, OR. The surface protection supplied by Builders Site Protection will protect the Institute's valuable finishes from damage during construction activities. - July 03, 2011 - Builders Site Protection
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
Builders Site Protection to Showcase New Surface Protection at PCBC
Builders Site Protection will be an exhibitor at the upcoming PCBC show in San Francisco, CA. from June 22-24th. Builders Site Protection will showcase environmentally-friendly surface protection and lead containment products that address builders' growing concerns with sustainability. Builders Site Protection will be located at booth N-6045 in the North Hall Exhibit Floor. - June 15, 2011 - Builders Site Protection
Acoustiblok Noise Reduction Material Gains a New Following: Boat Owners
Applying Acoustiblok’s 3mm noise deadening material to the noise source – the engine wall, engine cover, and gas tank cover – one boat owner reduced unwanted noise on his boat by more than 65 percent. - June 13, 2011 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
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
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
Teresina Soapstone Attends NKBA and Announces Contest
Teresina Soapstone recently attended an event in Oakland, CA for the NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association). Interior designers from the San Francisco Bay Area attended. Teresina Soapstone also sponsored a group of interior designers from Sacramento NKBA by providing bus transportation for... - June 03, 2011 - Teresina Soapstone
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
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.
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
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
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
Builders Site Protection, Leader in Surface Protection Products, Announces Young Entrepreneur Business Scholarship
The Surface Protection Experts at Builders Site Protection are offering a one-thousand dollar scholarship to students pursuing a degree in business. Applicants must be U.S. college students with the intent to start a small business in the future. The deadline to apply is August 1, 2011. - May 04, 2011 - Builders Site Protection
Stonhard Keeps an Eye on the Future with Launch of Redesigned Website
In April, Stonhard launched a completely redesigned, easy-to-navigate website and began connecting with customers via Twitter. - April 30, 2011 - Stonhard, Inc.
EnduraTech Roofing System by NCFI Polyurethanes Keeps Historic Grain Mill and Your Favorite Breakfast Cereals from Getting Soggy
Grain Mill that supplied Kellogg family in early 1900s, now supplies Post Cereals, uses EnduraTech Roofing System by NCFI on 70-foot grain silo to protect equipment, processes and products. - April 22, 2011 - NCFI Polyurethanes
2011 Solar Decathlon Lights the Way to Importance of Ultra-Energy Efficiency in U.S. Building Industry. Top Finisher Chooses InsulStar® SPF Insulation by NCFI.
U.S-owned company NCFI Polyurethanes, next generation insulation, InsulStar, makes new solar homes ultra-energy efficient. DOE's Solar Decathlon competition unveils new designs, building techniques, and products that make zero-energy homes possible and practical. - April 21, 2011 - NCFI Polyurethanes