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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.

The Fractional Consultant Launches New Website; Company Helps Fractional Real Estate Developers Secure Financing

David M. Disick, Esq., President of The Fractional Consultant announces the launch of his company’s new website of that name. The company helps fractional real estate practitioners secure equity and consumer financing for vacation home developments. Disick has a strategic alliance with a private investment advisory group within UBS, the large international banking institution. The group is interested in fractional vacation home opportunities at destination resorts worldwide. - July 21, 2011 - The Fractional Consultant

Layman Named President of U.S.-Based Balfour Beatty Construction Services

Robert Van Cleave, chairman and CEO, announced today the in-house promotion of Mark Layman as the new President of Balfour Beatty Construction Services US. In this role, Layman will retain his duties as chief financial officer, while in addition, taking on increased responsibility, providing... - July 21, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction

Gibraltar Private Bank & Trust Hires Randall Vitale as Senior Vice President, Broward County Market Executive

Gibraltar Private Bank & Trust today announced that it has hired Randall Vitale as Senior Vice President, market executive for Broward County. Established in 1994, Gibraltar Private is an integrated private banking and wealth management company dedicated to enhancing the wealth and well-being of its clients and their families. - July 21, 2011 - Gibraltar Private Bank & Trust

To-Increase Offers ERP & Operations Management Survey from Aberdeen Group & Columbus IT

Survey benchmarks manufacturers against best-in-class competition. - July 21, 2011 - To-Increase

Xten Adds New Director of Sales

Xten Industries is proud to announce the addition of Ken Lippold as the new Director of Sales. “Ken brings over 30 years experience in building market share and an uncompromising focus on delivering customer service,” said Matthew Davidson, Xten CEO, in explaining Lippold’s... - July 21, 2011 - Xten Industries

Highland Homes Announces the Grand Opening of The Reserve at Meadow Oaks

The Reserve at Meadow Oaks offers golf course living, resort-style amenities and new homes priced from the $130,000s in an established master-planned community. - July 21, 2011 - Highland Homes

Chicago Area Builder Partners with Pella Windows & Doors

Doomis Custom Builders has been selected as an exclusive partner for Pella Windows and Doors. Doomis, a custom builder and remodeler, has recently fulfilled all requirements and joined the exclusive Pella Certified Contractor (PCC) program. - July 21, 2011 - Pella Window and Doors

Converging Technologies from Mechdyne Provide Manufacturing Savings for Lockheed Martin

Advanced technologies from Mechdyne Corporation are helping Lockheed Martin’s Space Systems Company realize significant manufacturing time and cost savings with a new virtual reality lab the company calls the “Collaborative Human Immersive Laboratory” (CHIL). “This exciting... - July 21, 2011 - Mechdyne Corporation

BJAC Releases Podcast on Project Phasing

Architect Dan Ludwig Discusses Why it Makes Sense to Work on a Large Construction Project One Piece at a Time. - July 21, 2011 - BJAC

D.S.R. Demolition’s Sweet Charity

The Rotherham based demolition firm has made a donation to a local cancer care unit. - July 21, 2011 - DSR Demolition Ltd

Gil Kerbashian Housing and Consumer Advocate Supports RealestateloanS.com's Consumer Education Efforts

Since the financial crisis started in 2008, Gil Kerbashian has provided free assistance to consumers seeking information regarding predatory lending, real estate and settlement practices. - July 20, 2011 - RealestateloanS.com

Rabine Group Earns Better Business Bureau Accreditation

The Rabine Group is pleased to announce that BBB standards are now met is an Accredited Business. - July 20, 2011 - Rabine Group

B & J Refrigeration Enters Into Stock Purchase Agreement with Employees

Local business owners John and Connie Grinnell retire from a business they started together and leave partial company ownership to long-time employees. - July 20, 2011 - B&J Refrigeration

Brian Parks of RE/MAX Classic Achieves CDPE Certification

RE/MAX Classic proudly announces Brian Parks achieves his Certified Distressed Property Expert designation and training and is now a member of the Certified Distressed Property Institute - July 20, 2011 - RE/MAX Classic, Detroit

Wynright Opens New Office in Cincinnati

Wynright announces the opening of a new office in Cincinnati, OH. Tom Conrad has been appointed Vice President of Operations. - July 20, 2011 - Wynright

Mediterranean Mansion in Plymouth to be the Location for Young Filmmakers from Minnesota Attending Boston Emerson College

Wade Hanson, luxury real estate broker from Woodbury, MN, and 2010 cast member of “The Apprentice” was recently approached by Boston, Mass. Emerson College film students about using a current listing as a set in their upcoming film based in Minnesota. The students were scouting... - July 20, 2011 - Wade Hanson Enterprises

City of Castle Pines Colorado Contracts with Terracare Associates to Provide Public Works Maintenance Services

Terracare Associates, LLC has been awarded the annual Roadway Maintenance contract for the City of Castle Pines, Colorado. Incorporated in 2008, Castle Pines is the newest city in Colorado and is located 20 miles south of Denver. Boasting a population of nearly 10,000 people, the city encompasses... - July 20, 2011 - Terracare Associates

Greystar Awarded The Forum

Greystar Student Living has been awarded the management of The Forum at Statesboro, a new 780 bed development. The Forum at Statesboro will be located on one of the most attractive sites for apartment development and offers the latest in apartment living for Georgia Southern University. Forum is... - July 20, 2011 - Greystar

Construction Association of South Florida Honors Jeffrey Slade with 2011 President’s Award

Jeffrey Slade, project executive with Miller Construction Company, has received the Construction Association of South Florida’s (CASF) 2011 President’s Award, recognizing his leadership as a director of the regional organization. - July 20, 2011 - Miller Construction Company

Early Bird Discounts for Holiday Rental Villas in Phuket

Siam Villa Rentals introduces Early Bird Discounts on selected villa rentals. Book at least three months in advance and receive a discount of 5-25% off the published price. Even more reason to book a holiday villa in Phuket. - July 20, 2011 - Siam Real Estate

To-Increase Reveals How Microsoft Dynamics Manages Custom Manufacturing Projects from End-to-End

Blog post offers video case study, reveals how Microsoft Dynamics significantly improves communication of global manufacturing project details - July 19, 2011 - To-Increase

Preserve at Fredericksburg Takes Home Large Wins

Pacific Coast Builders Conference Honors CF Jordan with Grand Awards - July 18, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction

Mechdyne’s GEC20 Awarded Certificate of Networthiness by the U.S. Army

Mechdyne Corporation announced that their Geospatial Environment for Command and Control Operations (GEC20) software solution has been awarded the Certificate of Networthiness (CoN) from the U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command. The CoN is required for all enterprise software products... - July 17, 2011 - Mechdyne Corporation

DPFG Opens News Office in Charleston, South Carolina

DPFG Opens News Office in Charleston, South Carolina, Expanding the Firm’s Southeastern Practice - July 17, 2011 - Development Planning & Financing Group

Chicago Realtor Group Joins Dream Town Realty in May

Chicago real estate brokerage Dream Town Realty welcomed a new realtor group in May. "Ask For Sam" is headed up by Sam Powell, an established agent who specializes in residential sales—particularly in the LGBT communities of Chicago. Also part of the new team are Michael Opyd, Jen Thompson, Anitra Brodie and Dee Thompson. - July 17, 2011 - Dream Town Realty

Denver Metro Area Luxury Home Sales Soar in June, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports

Luxury home sales in the Denver Metro Area soared in June from the previous month and were also up from a year ago as high-end buyers took advantage of attractive property values in many areas, according to Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Colorado’s leading provider of luxury real... - July 17, 2011 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

SEPI Engineering & Construction Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary of Being in Business

Decade Reveals Growth, Staff Expansion for Civil Engineering Firm - July 17, 2011 - SEPI Engineering Group

Ammon-Jones Landscape Reports Busy Period This Season

Ammon-Jones Landscape has reported that they are “in full swing” in this landscape season. Ammon-Jones Landscape is a landscaping company that services many residents and commercial properties throughout Boone County, Kenton County, and Campbell County, KY. Ammon-Jones Landscape has... - July 17, 2011 - Ammon-Jones Landscape

Create Consulting Engineers Get Onboard with Workspace Mini

Create Consulting Engineers have chosen to use Workspace mini to help improve their business processes. - July 17, 2011 - Union Square Software

Brett/Robinson Early Fall Rates Begin in August

Summer has only recently begun, but Brett/Robinson has some good news for those already looking forward to the perks of autumn: fall rates for vacation rentals are about to begin. August 1st marks the beginning of the company’s early fall season. This means Gulf Shores & Orange Beach... - July 17, 2011 - Brett Robinson

A.J Perri, Inc. Celebrates 109th Anniversary of the Modern Air Conditioner

Dr. Willis H. Carrier’s Innovation Helps Make the World a Cooler Place. - July 16, 2011 - A.J. Perri, Inc.

Mister Plumber Announces New Base of Operations in Harvey, LA, for Providing Rooter Service and More

Mister Plumber, LLC has relocated their base location to Harvey, LA. - July 16, 2011 - Mister Plumber LLC

Real-eStage Announces Real Estate Progression in Slow Market

Local Real Estate Firm Continues to Experience Growth Under Recent Contract Listings - July 16, 2011 - Real-eStage

DLR Group Moving to Aksarben Village

The Omaha office of DLR Group is relocating to a three-story building it designed in the Aksarben Village mixed-use redevelopment. - July 16, 2011 - DLR Group

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

Francis Cauffman Reinvents the Typical Suburban Corporate Campus

The Almac Group’s new North American headquarters combines European and North America office cultures. - July 16, 2011 - Francis Cauffman

Oldcastle Precast, Inc. Replaces Drainage Pipe for Hazleton’s “Broad Street Betterment Program”

Reinforced precast concrete pipe, and RCP pipe fittings for the large drainage project along Route 93 Broad St., Hazleton, Luzerne County as part of the “Broad Street Betterment Program.” - July 16, 2011 - Oldcastle Precast, Inc

Handyman Service in D.C. Area Helps Local Customers by Partnering with SEO Experts

Valuable Spaces, LLC has hired Prospect Genius, an online marketing company, to support their advertising efforts. - July 16, 2011 - Valuable Spaces, LLC

Stor-N-Lock Self Storage Sold

Stor-N-Lock Self Storage in Rock Hill, SC was recently sold with Dale C. Eisenman representing the seller. - July 15, 2011 - Midcoast Properties, Inc.

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

Greystar Expands Development & Construction Expertise with Key Hires

Greystar Real Estate Partner announced that it has hired Jerry Brand and Ali Warner to further expand the company’s growing development and construction capabilities in major markets throughout the U.S. Jerry Brand has joined Greystar as Senior Managing Director and will direct development... - July 15, 2011 - Greystar

Basement Contractors in Manassas, VA, Hire Online Advertising Leader to Help Customers Find Services

Quality Waterproofing, LLC, located in Manassas, Virginia has hired Prospect Genius, an online marketing company to better serve local residents in need of basement waterproofing. - July 15, 2011 - Quality Waterproofing, LLC

Real Estate Broker Kathy Marlowe of Sarasota, Florida, Featured in Reuters Blog

Expert in luxury distressed properties offers advice to real estate buyers - July 15, 2011 - Kathy Marlowe

Prepare Your Home Plumbing for Summer and Reduce That Water Bill

Seasonal Tips from the Experts at Roto-Rooter During peak water use, usually in late July or early August, the average American uses about four times as much water than they do the rest of the year. From taking more frequent showers to watering the lawn to even washing additional loads of... - July 15, 2011 - Roto-Rooter

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