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Francis Cauffman's Recent Promotions Recognize Talent and Expertise
Francis Cauffman, an award-winning architecture firm with offices in New York, Philadelphia, and Baltimore, has recognized its in-house talent by promoting 13 members of its staff. - May 28, 2010 - Francis Cauffman
Charter Builders Breaks Ground on the Largest Zero Energy Public School in the United States
Charter Builders and Irving Independent School District recently celebrated the official groundbreaking for the largest “net zero” public school in the United States. The first of its kind in Texas, the school district’s Lady Bird Johnson Middle School is designed to produce as... - May 27, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
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.
J.P.Walters Design is Honored at ASID Design Excellence Awards 2010
James Patrick Walters' Timeless Modern design style is recognized with two ASID Design Excellence Awards, for First Place Residential Design and Best In Show. - May 27, 2010 - J.P.Walters Design Associates
Exo-Flex Honored
Mobile Skin Company Receives Mobile Merit Award of Excellence - May 27, 2010 - Innex, Inc.
UK Chancellor Prompts FHE Marketing Cost Reduction Strategies Launch
In response to George Osborne’s education spending announcement UK based Stefan Drew Associates has brought forward the launch of a marketing support programme designed to help colleges and training providers reduce marketing costs whilst improving effectiveness. Devised and tested in a... - May 27, 2010 - Stefan Drew Associates
Rocksolid Stone Works Completes Major Expansion Projects at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
Rocksolid Stone Works and Wood Dimensions Inc. Completes Major Interior Design, Fabrication, and Installation for New Airport Concourse. - May 27, 2010 - Rocksolid Surfaces
Rabine Group Purchases Corporate Office Building in Schaumburg
Current Rabine Group Headquarters in Richmond, Illinois will soon be relocated to larger, more business-friendly commercial space - May 27, 2010 - Rabine Group
Infrared Imaging Services LLC to Provide RoofScanIR™ Services in New York, Connecticut and New Jersey
Infrared Imaging Services LLC, a member of the United Infrared Network will provide RoofScanIR™ services to the Tri-State area. Infrared Imaging Services LLC is an infrared service company based in New City, NY, USA (www.InfraredImagingServices.com). RoofScanIR™ is a network of infrared thermographers who provide on-roof infrared surveys of flat roofs of commercial, industrial, institutional and residential buildings. - May 27, 2010 - Infrared Imaging Services LLC
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
Sculptural Glass Doors Introduces New Entry Door Designs
Award winning designer glass distinguishes the stunning collection of entry doors from Sculptural Glass Doors Inc. Two new exterior door designs expand the company’s innovative line of stile and rail wood doors featuring contemporary ClearCast™ Glass doorlites. Custom doors are built to order for homeowners and design professionals alike and serve as major design elements in residential and commercial entryways. - May 26, 2010 - Sculptural Glass Doors Inc
On Site Energy® Provides Temporary Cooling to Statue of Liberty National Monument
On Site Energy® (OSEC) was selected by the National Parks Service’s Statue of Liberty National Monument to provide 2 – 20 ton portable air conditioning units. The two units will be utilized to cool the gift shop and food service areas while new facilities are constructed. The rental units will remain in place throughout the summer season to keep visitors cool & comfortable. - May 26, 2010 - On Site Energy
Portland Plumber with a Golden Heart - Portland Plumbing Plus LLC
"One For One Bonus" Another Noble Gesture from Portland Plumbing Plus - May 26, 2010 - Portland Plumbing Plus LLC
Home-Tech Goes High-Tech for Service Calls
New system for assigning and completing service work orders make technicians more efficient. - May 26, 2010 - Home-Tech
Metro Custom is Keeping Customers in Touch with Crestron Apps for iTouch and iPad and iPhones
Crestron system can incorporate their home audio and video system distribution. They can also have it designed so that their home HVAC, Security, Lighting and Energy conservation is also built into their system. - May 26, 2010 - Metro Custom Installations, Inc
Elizabeth Bublitz, Creator of Pawfriendly Landscapes Lectured at Denver Botanic Garden's First Botanic Bow Wow on May 22
Elizabeth Bublitz, creator of Pawfriendly Landscapes, lectured at Denver Botanic Garden's first Botanic Bow Wow on May 22. Denver Botanic Gardens premiered a new kind of event, geared toward "man’s best friend" and their owners. This dog-centric affair featured pet-friendly vendors, informational booths and enough treat stations to keep tails wagging throughout the day. - May 25, 2010 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
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
Home Foundation Contractor Gives No-Cost Foundation Inspections
Julian Construction Does Home Foundations Inspections at No Charge to Check for Damage Due to Fires, Heavy Rains, & Earthquakes. - May 23, 2010 - Julian Construction
Avoid Landslides: Get a Home Foundation Inspection
Foundation Contractor Julian Construction Advises Homeowners in Potential Landslide Areas to Get Foundation Inspected - May 23, 2010 - Julian Construction
Leading NJ Landscaping Co., Kline Brothers, Makes Plant Selector Available on Newly-Launched Website
Kline Brothers Landscaping, a leading NJ landscaping company serving Long Beach Island (LBI) and the surrounding areas, has just introduced a plant selector to help clients choose from a variety of annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees. - May 23, 2010 - Kline Brothers Landscaping
K-Flex USA Announces 2” Thick 25/50-Rated Insulation Products
In the face of changing building codes, K-Flex USA introduces 2” thick, 25/50-rated tubing and sheets to provide more energy efficient insulation options to designers, contractors and facility owners. - May 23, 2010 - K-Flex USA
RealUp.com and Tranzon Announce Partnership Agreement
RealUp.com is proud to announce a partnership agreement with Tranzon LLC, a nationwide real estate auction company. This partnership will allow Tranzon property auctions to appear in the RealUp.com commercial property catalog. "RealUp is enormously pleased to bring Tranzon in as our first... - May 23, 2010 - RealUp.com
Rosendin Electric Names Two New Managers to Expand Commercial Construction Management Team
Kennedy promoted to Preconstruction Manager and Ruffner hired as Business Development Manager. - May 22, 2010 - Rosendin Electric
The First Annual Williamsburg Wine and Food Festival Debuts at Colonial Heritage This Weekend
Colonial Heritage, a new home community developed by Lennar is hosting their First Annual Williamsburg Wine and Food Festival this weekend. The event, scheduled for Saturday, May 22 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. will be held at the Colonial Heritage Clubhouse,... - May 22, 2010 - Lennar
RealUp Announces Partnership with Howard Hanna
RealUp, a nationwide commercial property website, has announced a listing partnership with Howard Hanna Commercial Real Estate Services. The partnership will allow RealUp users to search for Howard Hanna's inventory which will be added and updated frequently to RealUp's growing database of... - May 22, 2010 - RealUp.com
AshBritt Environmental to Join Public Officials and Disaster Preparedness Leaders at Governor's Hurricane Conference
The 24th Annual Florida Governor’s Hurricane Conference Will be Held at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center, May 23-28. - May 22, 2010 - AshBritt Environmental
Builder Magazine Ranks Bowen Family Homes a Top Home Builder
Metro-Atlanta Builder Ranks No. 81 on Builder 100 List - May 21, 2010 - Bowen Family Homes
Princeton Charter School Expands with Sustainable Campus Center
The Princeton Charter School (PCS), the nation’s first charter school to be accredited by the American Academy for Liberal Education, has opened a new Campus Center, a facility that houses a sports complex as well as art and music classrooms. Designed by Princeton, NJ-based architecture firm Farewell Mills Gatsch Architects, LLC (FMG), the building is the centerpiece of a master plan that has developed and refined the campus of the 13-year old Princeton Charter School. - May 21, 2010 - Farewell Mills Gatsch, LLC
Walking Initiative Gets "Start!" with Help of Home-Tech, Customers
American Heart Association National Start! Walking Day Receives “Charity of the Month” Donation. - May 21, 2010 - Home-Tech
Nationwide Platforms Reveals the Secrets of Cinema
With the new Robin Hood film just out in cinemas, Nationwide Platforms can now show you how an overcast day in Virginia Water, Surrey, was transformed into a bright, sunny day in France.! Nationwide Platforms, part of Lavendon Access Services, provided an articulated boom lift for the exact... - May 21, 2010 - Nationwide Platforms
Highland Homes Climbs Builder 100 List
Central Florida builder jumps ahead 11 places from 2008 to 2009 - May 21, 2010 - Highland Homes
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
Hard Money NYC Closes a 120k Bridge Loan on a Commercial Property in Bronx Ny
Hard Money NYC, a local private lender, closed a 120k mortgage on a commercial building in Bronx New York. - May 20, 2010 - Hard Money NYC
Paragon Innovations Sponsors Winning Entrepreneurial Idea at Texas A&M Annual Ideas Challenge
Paragon Innovations presented the first place award to this year’s winner of the annual Ideas Challenge sponsored by the Center for New Ventures and Entrepreneurship of Texas A&M Mays Business School. - May 20, 2010 - Paragon Innovations, Inc.
New Construction Begins at Hanover Place in Alpharetta
Bowen Family Homes recently announced new construction is now underway at their popular Hanover Place community in Alpharetta. Hanover Place has been a top selling Forsyth community since its debut and recently sold out of all its move-in ready homes. Construction resumed this spring to offer... - May 20, 2010 - Bowen Family Homes
Dry Underwater Welding on Tanker by Hydrex in Port of Galveston, TX
Dry underwater welding (http://www.hydrex.us) of an insert plate was done as a permanent hull repair in-situ on a tanker by Hydrex US in the Port of Galveston, Texas. - May 20, 2010 - Hydrex LLC
EMLab P&K Increases Mold Testing and Bacteria Testing Capacity to Support Tennessee After Flooding
EMLab P&K adds local and overall mold testing and bacteria testing capacity to support the increased need for environmental testing in Tennessee. - May 20, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Western Heritage Museum Taps KAI Texas
A museum that pays tribute to the unheralded contributions of people of color to the settlement of the West has chosen the architectural firm of KAI Texas to renovate its new home. - May 20, 2010 - KAI Texas
RealUp.com Celebrates First Anniversary
RealUp is proud to celebrate the first anniversary of their online commercial real estate listing service. RealUp.com was officially launched to the public on May 17, 2009 and has since become the fastest growing commercial property website. In just one year, RealUp.com has grown into one of the... - May 20, 2010 - RealUp.com
Pinter Electronics Consultants Joins Element 14’s Experts to Help the Engineering Community
Pinter Electronics Consultants (PinterEC) has become the wireless and radio expert on Element 14. Element 14 is an information portal and eCommunity specifically built for electronic design engineers. It provides product data, design tools and technology information. www.element-14.com... - May 19, 2010 - Pinter Electronics Consultants
CJ Computer Services Expands Into Cartersville, Bringing Business Solutions, a Full Service Storefront and Community Involvement
The doctor will see you now but, this isn't a sterile room for a medical doctor. These trained professionals are equipped to diagnose the most complicated of maladies concerning that little (or big) bundle of joy--wires and circuit boards included. - May 19, 2010 - CJ Computer Services LLC
Sepi Asefnia to Serve as Keynote Speaker at Garner Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Luncheon
Sepi Asefnia, president of SEPI Engineering & Construction (www.sepiengineering.com), a firm which provides civil engineering and planning services to private and public sector clients across the southeast, will serve as the keynote speaker at the Garner Chamber of Commerce’s Women In... - May 19, 2010 - SEPI Engineering Group
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
Balfour Beatty Construction Establishes New North Region
Company establishes new region, promoting leaders from within - May 18, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
BHDP Architecture Adds Internationally Recognized Higher Education Designer
Giancarlo Del Vita, an internationally recognized designer, has joined BHDP Architecture, providing additional expertise and depth of experience to the firm's Higher Education practice. - May 18, 2010 - BHDP Architecture
B.U.Bhandari Landmarks Launches Premium Residential Projects in Pune
B.U.Bhandari Landmarks, one of the leading construction and real estate companies in Western India have launched large scale premium residential projects in Pune and surrounding areas. - May 17, 2010 - BU Bhandari Landmarks
NC Testing Lab CertifiGroup Provides Expert Training and Preparation for CE Marking
“CE Marking” is the “Manufacturer Self-Certification” process required for selling products into Europe. This process requires experience to prepare products and documents for scrutiny at EU ports. - May 16, 2010 - CertifiGroup
Rightmove Overseas Partners with Lead Galaxy
Portal giant Rightmove is to offer advertisers the opportunity to list overseas property on a pay per lead basis in a selected set of countries, through a tie-up with the online property marketing platform, Lead Galaxy. - May 16, 2010 - TheMoveChannel.com
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