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CGT Systems, Inc. Named to Nation’s Top Business List for 2009
In recognition of the economic power of privately held businesses, DiversityBusiness.com, the nations’ leading business-to-business internet site, recently named CGT Systems, Inc. as one of the top 500 emerging businesses in the United States. This is the 9th annual listing of the... - March 06, 2009 - CGT SYSTEMS, INC.
Making Rain Harvesting Beautiful
Delightful Watergardens uses rainwater harvesting and a water feature for the RainXchange system. - March 06, 2009 - Delightful Watergardens
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service – Four Corners Urges Taxpayers to be Aware of Commonly Overlooked Deductions
In this economy, every dollar counts. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® - Four Corners office urges taxpayers to be aware of the most commonly overlooked deductions that may help increase their refund or keep more money in their pockets this tax season. “One way to help maximize your dollars... - March 06, 2009 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
Surface Consulting Selected for Exterior Finish Design of Prestigious Model Home at Mediterra
Christopher O’Guin, President of Surface Consulting, Inc., is pleased to announce that his company has been selected to assist in the completion of a custom estate model home for BCB Homes. The luxury model Montelena is located at Marchello in the prestigious gated community of Mediterra in... - March 06, 2009 - Surface Consulting
Interest Rates at Their Lowest in 40 Years
In an effort to stimulate the economy, the Fed has lowered the prime rate to the banks that has not been seen in over 40 years. What does that mean for Main Street? It means it is time to consider refinancing your current mortgage, consolidate your 1st and 2nd mortgage, purchase that rental... - March 06, 2009 - Vantage Mortage
Kuiken Brothers Hosts Installation Clinic for Its Customers
Some 120 builders, remodelers and architects gathered on March 2nd for a “Frame to Finish Carpentry Clinic” at Kuiken Brothers Midland Park millwork warehouse. Despite the ordinary setting, the content was excellent and builders were able to walk away with valuable time saving... - March 06, 2009 - Kuiken Brothers Company, Inc
3M Company Provides Value Engineering for Buildings
3M Company has introduced new products to help the architectural community value engineer commercial buildings. In today's economic environment, building owners are seeking the input of architects to reduce costs in ongoing building projects. 3M Company has recently introduced DI-NOC Architectural... - March 06, 2009 - Energy Products Distribution
Check Your Smoke Detectors Semi-Annually
The Family Craftsman, your local Handyman and Maintenance Services company, has announced a free program for senior citizens in Macomb County to have their smoke and carbon monoxide detectors tested for proper operation. - March 06, 2009 - The Family Craftsman
Lightswitch Architectural Provides Solid Insights at US Department of Energy Meeting
Lightswitch Architectural Principal, Avraham Mor, presents SSL facts and a call to press on with research at “Transformations in Lighting," a solid-state lighting workshop, hosted by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) on February 3-5, 2009 in San Francisco, CA. - March 06, 2009 - Lightswitch Architectural
CBA (Commercial Brokers Association) Debuts Certified Green Broker Education Course
CBA (Commercial Brokers Association), in partnership with the Cascadia Region Green Building Council, has launched an online Certified Green Broker education program designed for commercial real estate industry professionals. The program’s objective is to train brokers to adequately counsel clients on sustainability business practices. The course is available online and can be accessed from any computer via the Internet at any time day or night. - March 05, 2009 - Commercial Brokers Association
Advance Kiosk System to Get Any Information Just at a Finger Touch
HashKiosk.com, an interactive kiosk manufacturer and software development company that distributes multimedia kiosks, has introduced kiosk systems suited for the Indian environment. These kiosks are customizable to meet specific client requirements. - March 05, 2009 - HashKiosk
Landscape Firm Congratulates New Technician
M & I Landscapes proudly congratulates Nicole L. Ranney for her recent accomplishment of achieving the Ohio Certified Nursery Technician-Garden Center certification. This honor is in addition to her recent certification as an Ohio Certified Nursery Technician-Landscape. Nicole is currently... - March 05, 2009 - M & I Landscapes
Messer Construction Co. Deepens Health Care Expertise with Zipperer-Davis
Messer Construction Co. has significantly enhanced its expertise and position of influence in the health care industry with the addition of Pamela Zipperer-Davis as Health Care Director. Zipperer-Davis brings 20 years of experience to the position, where she will provide strategic counsel within... - March 05, 2009 - Messer Construction Co.
Jackson Hewitt® Four Corners Celebrates Tradespersons, Maintenance, Construction and Union Workers with Occupation-Related Tax Savings from February 25 Through March 8
The Jackson Hewitt - Four Corners office, celebrates laborers, maintenance and construction workers today through Sunday, March 8, 2009, when participating Jackson Hewitt locations will offer mechanics, welders, electricians, plumbers, truck / bus drivers, maintenance, construction, Union workers... - March 05, 2009 - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service - Four Corners
Duke's "Green" Conservation Center Wins Wood Design Award
Raleigh architect Frank Harmon, FAIA, uses wood construction and application for the university's first LEED Gold structure. - March 04, 2009 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
New England Hardscpes Sees Increased Demand in Outdoor Living in 2009
New England Hardscapes is seeing an increase in spending on outdoor living areas for home and family enjoyment. Company President Rich Capachione says "We have seen a marked increase in the demand for backyard patios, terraces and pool decks over the first two months of 2009." New England Hardscapes conducted a survey of potential clients and nearly 75% of the interest relates to the fact people are cutting back, they are not traveling and will be spending more time at home in 2009. - March 04, 2009 - New England Hardscapes, Inc.
Highland Homes Opens Two Model Homes at Their Lake County Community Whitemarsh
Highland Homes has recently opened their two brand new furnished models in their newest community, Whitemarsh. Located in Leesburg, this is the first community for Highland Homes in the Lake County area. With all the success this builder has obtained in Polk County, moving into Lake County was a... - March 04, 2009 - Highland Homes
Conserving Water = Conserving Dollars with American Leak Detection
American Leak Detection in Dallas/Fort Worth Helps Consumers Save Money - March 04, 2009 - American Leak Detection
Real-Time ARINC429 Card Ready for Production
Cosateq is presenting the new PCI-interface card for the ARINC429 Bus. - March 04, 2009 - Cosateq GmbH & Co. KG
Balfour Beatty Construction Awarded $293 Million Jail Expansion Project
Balfour Beatty Construction announced today the award of the Mecklenburg County Jail expansion project in Charlotte, North Carolina. The award comes through a joint venture team composed of Balfour Beatty Construction, Rodgers Builders, Trotter Development Group, and Lockman-Brooks Marketing... - March 02, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Steven Burns Elevated to the AIA College of Fellows
Steven Burns, FAIA, President and CEO of Orange Loft, LLC, developers of ArchiOffice and EngineerOffice software is one of 112 architects who have been elevated to the American Institute of Architects (AIA) prestigious College of Fellows. This honor is awarded to members who have made a significant... - March 02, 2009 - Orange Loft, LLC
Redlands Mesa Golf Community Earns Top Rankings - Again
Having received numerous awards, Redlands Mesa Golf Community is a nationally recognized, premier golf community. Travel and Leisure Golf magazine recognizes them once again as one of the best places to live in the country. - March 02, 2009 - Redlands Mesa Golf Community
Kitchen Tune-Up Vice President Earns Title of Certified Franchise Executive
Heidi Morrissey, vice president of sales and marketing for Kitchen Tune-Up franchise system, has earned the CFE (Certified Franchise Executive) designation. Morrissey received the title during the International Franchise Association’s 49th annual convention, February 16th in San Diego. A... - March 02, 2009 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Royal Oaks Building Group Announces Near Capacity in Peakway Village Community
Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com) has announced that only two new homes remain in Peakway Village, a single-family home community development located in Apex, N.C. In proximity to Beaver Creek Crossings and Haddon Hall Crossings, Peakway Village is also within walking distance of... - March 01, 2009 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
DJH Construction, Inc. Helps Bullhead City Homeowners Go Solar
DJH Construction, Inc. Helps Bullhead City Homeowners Go Solar by Taking Advantage of Available Rebates and Tax Credits. - March 01, 2009 - DJH Construction, Inc.
Kitchen and Bath Remodeler Ranks First in Category for the Nineteenth Year
For the nineteenth year, Kitchen Tune-Up franchise system has been ranked first in their industry for 2009 by Entrepreneur Magazine. - March 01, 2009 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Sell and Rent Back Your Property Ten Common Questions Answered by the Independent Website ComparePropertyBuyers.co.uk
If you are thinking of Selling your home and renting it back the following article ''Sell and Rent Back Ten common questions'' should give you a few ideas of what its all about and if it could be suitable for you. - February 28, 2009 - comparepropertybuyers.co.uk
Handyman Matters Introduces National Scholarship
Dedicated to Those Committed to Practicing a Skilled Trade as a Career - February 27, 2009 - Handyman Matters Franchise Corp
The AAE Advantage: Engineering Consulting, One-on-One
AAE has launched a new service, the AAE Advantage, where clients can bring their work in to AAE’s office to be evaluated and given any potential solutions that their experienced team may come up with. - February 27, 2009 - American Aerospace Engineering LLC
First Futsal Stadium to Open in Hayward
Futsal Republic will open as the first futsal (five-a-side indoor soccer) stadium in Hayward and the first on the I-880 corridor. The 18,000 square foot building at 21615 Hesperian Boulevard in Hayward is a unique destination for healthy family fun including three courts dedicated to the sport of futsal as well as martial arts, yoga and pilates studios, a massage and chiropractic clinic and a sports retail store. A grand opening of the facility is planned for Friday, February 27, 2009. - February 27, 2009 - Cornish & Carey Commercial Newmark Knight Frank
Bowen Family Homes Provides Safety Net for Home Buyers
Mortgage payment relief program designed to protect homeowners who involuntarily lose their job. - February 27, 2009 - Bowen Family Homes
Learning Opportunities Abound at Kuiken Brothers Product Expo 2008
Some twelve hundred tri-state area building professionals, architects and interior designers gathered on Wednesday, October 29th for the Kuiken Brothers Product Expo. - February 26, 2009 - Kuiken Brothers Company, Inc
Fixsor.com Opens Its Free Online Local Contractor Finder to the Public
Find local contractors in 3 easy steps without disclosing personal information. - February 26, 2009 - FixSor.com
Bowen Family Homes Launches New and Improved Web Site
New, user friendly Web site eases the home shopping experience and assists home buyers in finding the perfect Bowen Family home. - February 26, 2009 - Bowen Family Homes
Concepts NREC Announces “Understanding Green Energy” Course
Timed for Earth Day, Three-Day Seminar to Cover Basics of Renewable Energy Power Generation, Constructive Conservation, Carbon Dioxide Reduction and How to Apply for Renewable Energy Stimulus Funding. - February 26, 2009 - Concepts NREC
Stout and Teague Launches New and Improved Website
Commercial real estate firm, Stout and Teague, launches new and improved website: www.stoutandteague.com. New website has fresh, bold and user-friendly look. - February 26, 2009 - Stout and Teague Companies
Free In-Store Clinic: Take Control of Your Garage & Closets Today
The Basement Doctor's Home Improvement Center is offering a free clinic to central Ohio homeowners. Learn how to organize your garage and closets so you can find things. The Basement Doctor offers a complete system of cabinets, shelving and accessories that is tough enough to withstand even the... - February 26, 2009 - The Basement Doctor
Perfect Polish Doubles Sales Staff
Perfect Polish Increases Capacity as Demand for LEED / Sustainable Flooring Rises - February 26, 2009 - Perfect Polish, Inc.
Air 1 Heating Launches New HVAC Website
Air 1 Heating releases redesigned HVAC website featuring in-depth, informative information about Heating and Air Conditioning installation and service for Commercial and Residential clients. - February 25, 2009 - Air 1 Heating, Inc.
Braxton-Bragg Announces Free Blade Fridays Promotion
Braxton-Bragg LLC, in keeping with the industry’s need for saving money, is offering a special deal to its customers. - February 25, 2009 - Braxton-Bragg
Braxton-Bragg Now Offers Installation Products from the Noble Company
Introducing Noble Niches and More - February 25, 2009 - Braxton-Bragg
The Art of Steel
SteelMaster building home for the Chambers Fine Arts in New York to display Chinese art. - February 25, 2009 - SteelMaster Building, LLC.
Lean Healthcare: Dr. Kevin Creehan to Present at National Healthcare Conference
Dr. Kevin Creehan of Schultz-Creehan LLC will be instructing industry professionals on the use of lean techniques in the OR at the Society for Health Systems Conference and Expo 2009 - February 25, 2009 - Aeroprobe Corporation
Bamboo Fencing by Carolina Custom Fences, Raleigh NC
As a distributor of Calibamboo, Carolina Custom Fences offers excellent pricing on bamboo fence installation. - February 25, 2009 - Carolina Custom Fences LLC
Muros Launches New European Wall Panel System in New Zealand for Stone, Concrete, Brick, Wood and Rock Settings
Proven Ceiling and Wall Panel System Provides Exciting Options for Architects and Designers. The Muros panel system brings to life real European environments – walls, ceilings, pillars, beams, arches, corbels, doors and more. The fibreglass-based decorative panels project an authentic colour, texture and appearance. To the eye and touch panels look and feel like natural materials - with all the benefits of wall panels. - February 25, 2009 - Muros International - Decorative Wall Panels
NH Green Builder Steven Reddy of Zetland Homes LLC Featured Speaker at 42nd Annual NH State Home Show
Green building expert to offer seminars on Green Building: Energy Efficiency and Beyond at the 42nd Annual New Hampshire State Home Show on March 7 and 8. - February 24, 2009 - Zetland Homes LLC
Lori Eichel of Accent Construction to Speak at Sustainable Construction Conference
Accent Construction, a Triangle-based full service commercial general contractor, has announced that President and LEED-Accredited Professional Lori Eichel will be a featured speaker at the 2009 Southeastern Lifecycle Construction Conference to be held February 25th-26th in Atlanta. Sponsored by... - February 23, 2009 - Accent Construction
BJAC Announces New Intern Architect
Dan Fields, principal at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm that offers professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that Benjamin Ward has joined the firm as an intern architect. In this position, Ward will assist in the design, production and... - February 23, 2009 - BJAC
Ellett Valley Group Designs the 4500 Series User-Configurable DOCSIS Return Path Modules
The Ellett Valley Group announces the new 4500 Series DOCSIS Digital Return System. Designed to meet or exceed today’s system demands for flexible configuration, the modules operate with existing RF return paths. - February 23, 2009 - The Ellett Valley Group
New Highly Sustainable School Building Constructed Off Site by Yorkon for Worcestershire Council
A new school building has been completed for Worcestershire County Council. Built off site by Portakabin subsidiary, Yorkon, the scheme is believed to be one of the most sustainable modular education buildings in the UK. - February 22, 2009 - Portakabin