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Sustainable Design for Corporate Headquarters by Conservation Design Forum Achieves SITES Certification
High-performance landscapes that reduce stormwater runoff, restore ecological balance, and provide healthy work, living and recreation spaces are the focus of the nationwide SITES certification and rating system. Recent awardees include the corporate HQ of an American manufacturing company based in the Midwest. - April 04, 2015 - Conservation Design Forum
Foundation Company Offers Soft Story Building Retrofitting
Soft Story Failure is Preventable with Building Retrofitting, Says Foundation Expert. - April 03, 2015 - Julian Construction
Building Safety Expert Speaks on Soft Story Buildings
Buildings of this Type, Not Safe in an Earthquake Says Building Safety Inspector. - April 03, 2015 - Julian Construction
Capital Safety™ Australia & New Zealand Introduce the Safrig™ & Emu™ Fall Protection Systems
Mobile access systems for a wide range of applications. - April 03, 2015 - Capital Safety Australia
Rhombus Energy Solutions, Inc. Acquires Energy Development Associates, LLC
Acquisition brings high power, advanced power conversion solutions to the test and energy storage market. - April 02, 2015 - Rhombus Energy Solutions, Inc.
F.E. Moran Encouraging Youth Into Construction Trade with Outreach
F.E. Moran and the MCA are encouraging young people in mechanical contracting through scholarships and internships. - April 02, 2015 - The Moran Group
Ross & Baruzzini Grows Illinois Office with Addition of Paul Braundmeier
Ross & Baruzzini, Inc. is expanding its Columbia, Ill. office with the addition of Paul Braundmeier as senior project manager and mechanical engineer. In this role, Braundmeier will provide project management and mechanical engineering for a growing list of new assignments throughout the state... - April 02, 2015 - Ross & Baruzzini, Inc.
MetalTech-USA Gives Connecticut’s New Jackson Laboratory the Zinc Treatment
Farmington, Connecticut is stepping into the future of medical research with the newly completed Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine. The project is part of the state’s Bioscience Connecticut Initiative meant to jump-start local research and development. Identified as the catalyst to kick... - March 28, 2015 - MetalTech Global
Relegen Already Boosting Feature-Set for Newly-Released riskDNA
Rolling updates to introduce extensive multi-lingual support, tools for creating JSA/JESA’s, enhanced options for managing risk assessment actions, a full-featured web edition and more... - March 26, 2015 - Relegen Pty Ltd
Performance Architects’ Chuck Persky Elected to Chair OAUG Hyperion SIG Board of Directors
Chuck Persky, Senior Director at Performance Architects, Inc. (www.performancearchitects.com), has been elected to chair the board of directors for the OAUG Hyperion Special Interest Group (SIG), an affiliated group of the Oracle Applications Users Group (OAUG). The purpose of the OAUG Hyperion... - March 26, 2015 - Performance Architects, Inc.
Mr. Moataz Al Khayyat | Building One of Qatar’s Leading Contracting Firms UCC
Established in 2011, UCC has wasted no time affirming a solid reputation within the construction industry, particularly focusing however not limiting its activities within the influential Middle Eastern state of Qatar. The Doha-based company, headed by CEO Moataz Al Khayyat has been ranked 184th out of a list of the Top 250 Global Contractors as stated by Engineering News-Record, and goes on to note the UCC’s total revenue during 2013 surpassed a figure of $1.19 billion US Dollars. - March 25, 2015 - Al Khayyat Contracting & Trading
Award-Winning Landscape Renovation Restores Elegance to Tudor-Style Home
New outdoor living spaces designed by Architectural Gardens, Inc. win a 2015 Excellence in Landscape Award for a renovated "English Tudor Gem" in suburban Chicago. - March 24, 2015 - Architectural Gardens
EMLab P&K Microbiologists Discover New Fungal Genus Named Curviclavula, Published in Mycological Progress
Microbiologists from EMLab P&K’s Phoenix microbiology laboratory discover new fungal genus from New Mexico. Peer-reviewed article about Curviclavula anemophila gen. sp. nov. is published in Mycological Progress. - March 23, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
OAS1S™ Launches the No. 1 Green Architecture
Today, OAS1S™ launches its innovative concept for the no. 1 green architecture; the unique design of houses as trees and communities as forests. This delivers the most sustainable, desirable and feasible answer to their rapid urbanizing world of today. The mission is to improve their concrete... - March 22, 2015 - OAS1S
OHSWCA and OHSAA Select MicroArmor Inc. to Protect Competitors at the 2015 Ohio High School Wrestling State Championships Held at Ohio State University
The Ohio High School Wrestling Coaches Association and Ohio High School Athletic Association selected MicroArmor Inc. Coatings, Disinfectant Cleaners and Skin Sanitizing solutions to provide the best Anti-Microbial protection available for the 672 competitors at the 2015 High School Wrestling State Championships held at Ohio State University. MicroArmor's Skin Sanitizing Wipes and sprays were used by athletes, officials, tournament staff and cCoaches to prevent infections and cross contamination - March 20, 2015 - MicroArmor Inc.
Colin Winters of Momentum Attains National Design-Build Certification
Colin Winters, Senior Director, Client Services in Project Delivery at Momentum (http://www.momentumbuilds.com/solutions-overview/), a national plan-design-build firm, has successfully completed the requirements for the nationally recognized Designated Design-Build Professional™ certification. - March 20, 2015 - Momentum, Inc.
R.S. Walsh Celebrates 5th Anniversary of In The Garden by Giving Back to Charities
In The Garden – Sanibel’s Retail Garden Center & Outdoor Showroom is celebrating five years in business by giving back to five Sanibel and Captiva charities. From April 1 – 30 In The Garden will donate $5.00 for every “Like” their Facebook page receives. The... - March 20, 2015 - RS Walsh Landscaping
Relegen Unveils Biggest Upgrade Program Yet for assetDNA
New versions to introduce multi-lingual capabilities, a sleek graphic user interface, a full-featured web edition and a host of new features and enhancements for improving enterprise asset management - March 18, 2015 - Relegen Pty Ltd
Raleigh Architect Frank Harmon to Present "Urban Sketching" Seminar at National AIA Convention
A four-hour session with Marlon Blackwell, Tom Kundig, Ellen Cassilly, and Scott Renk. - March 14, 2015 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Weidlinger Hosts Hackathon to Inspire Innovation, Team Building
Focus on improving, developing new technical products and improving the efficiency of current practices - March 13, 2015 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
Des Plaines Nursing Home Saved by Fire Sprinklers
F.E. Moran Fire Protection installed fire sprinklers at a Des Plaines nursing home. When a fire erupted at the nursing home three years later, the fire sprinklers activated and saved the residents and property. - March 13, 2015 - The Moran Group
GRAITEC Release New Version of PowerPack for Autodesk® Advance Steel
GRAITEC, an international BIM and CAD software developer for AEC, and all round structural industry specialist, is excited to announce the new version of their complementary productivity tools, GRAITEC Advance PowerPack for Autodesk® Advance Steel 2015.1. - March 13, 2015 - GRAITEC Group
EMLab P&K Opens Atlanta Asbestos Lab with NVLAP Accreditation for Asbestos Analysis
EMLab P&K opens NVLAP accredited asbestos laboratory in Atlanta, Georgia to analyze asbestos in bulk insulation samples and bulk building materials. The Atlanta lab is EMLab P&K’s eleventh lab accredited by NVLAP for bulk asbestos fiber analysis. - March 11, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
FKP Architects Creates a Place for Budding Careers: Rawa Rassam and Amanda Glidewell Join FKP
FKP Architects continues to add emerging design talent to the Houston office. The firm is pleased to introduce Amanda Glidewell and Rawa Rassam as Design Technicians for FKP. Both individuals received top design awards as collegians and went on to noted architectural practices locally and abroad. - March 11, 2015 - FKP
PCG Builds Core Leadership Team; Hires VP of Business Development Valerie Delafosse
Valerie Delafosse joins PCG as Vice President of Business Development with a primary role of expanding PCG’s core mission to bring clients’ vision to life in vivid detail. - March 11, 2015 - PCG Inc
FKP Architects Strengthens Support Team: Kendra Dillard and Rene Descartin Join FKP
FKP Architects continues to bolster its staff – including its supporting team members who keep the wheels of the organization turning. The firm is pleased to introduce Kendra Dillard as Accountant and Rene Descartin as Programmer for FKP. Both have relevant experience within the building... - March 11, 2015 - FKP
FKP Architects Expands Project Management Team: Robert Lawyer Joins FKP as Senior Associate
FKP Architects is pleased to announce the hire of Senior Associate, Robert Lawyer as the firm’s newest Senior Project Manager in Houston. With 20 years of industry experience, Lawyer will oversee and manage projects for all sizes of healthcare projects including pediatric and oncological specialties. - March 11, 2015 - FKP
EMLab P&K Microbiologist Discovers New Species of Linkosia Fungus, Published in Mycotaxon
Microbiologist from EMLab P&K’s Phoenix microbiology laboratory discovers new species of fungus in southeastern Florida. Peer-reviewed article about Linkosia longirostrata sp. nov. is published in Mycotaxon. - March 09, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Rainmaker Irrigation, LLC Launches New Website for the Howell Area
New web resource for consumer education and awareness in Michigan. - March 07, 2015 - Rainmaker Irrigation, LLC
Landscape Lighting by Night Light, Inc., Wins Three Awards from Top Landscape Industry Association
For the first time ever, landscape lighting projects win two Gold Awards and top all other entries to take the Judges Award in the 2015 Illinois Landscape Contractors Association annual Excellence In Landscape Awards competition. - March 06, 2015 - Night Light, Inc.
Customized Linear Actuator Gives Motion to Premier Firefighting Water Buckets
Motion Systems Corporation Collaborates with Aerial Fire Control to Enhance The Water Hog. - March 06, 2015 - Motion Systems Corporation
The University of Kansas Welcomes Frank Harmon As Distinguished Guest, Keynote Speaker
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Studio 804, a not-for-profit organization with K.U.'s School of Architecture, Design & Planning. - March 06, 2015 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Bob Matthews, PE, SE Joins RailPros, Inc. as Vice President
RailPros, Inc. is proud to announce that Bob Matthews, PE, SE, has joined the team as Vice President, Irvine Headquarters Office Manager to lead the RailPros engineering team and grow their company’s structural division. - March 05, 2015 - RailPros, Inc.
NARI Announces Regional Winners of the 2015 CotY Awards
San Diego’s Marrokal Design and Remodeling earns 4 Regional CotY Awards. - March 05, 2015 - Marrokal Design & Remodeling
Hughes Environmental Celebrates Its 10 Year Anniversary as Leader in Industrial Cleaning
Hughes Environmental, a combustible dust remediation specialist and commercial duct cleaning company, is celebrating their 10 year anniversary of operations. - March 05, 2015 - Hughes Environmental
Greg’s Grass & Landscaping Launches New Website for the Albert Lea Area
New web resource for consumer education and awareness in Minnesota. - March 05, 2015 - Greg's Grass & Landscaping
MetalTech-USA Joins the Next Wave or Architectural Excellence Through Building Information Modeling
MetalTech-USA, a premier distributor and specialty fabricator of eco-friendly architectural metals, is proud to announce a partnership with Autodesk Seek in developing Revit models. These BIM files, developed in Autodesk Revit, contain both visual and numerical descriptions of their physical... - March 05, 2015 - MetalTech Global
Nationwide Appraisal Network Proudly Participates in GR8toDON8 Organ Donation 8k/5k for 2nd Year
Nationwide Appraisal Network cares about the people and communities it serves. - March 04, 2015 - NAN
Nationwide Appraisal Network Named Winner in Second Annual Bright House Networks Regional Business Awards
Businesses Honored at Recognition Event - March 04, 2015 - NAN
PCG Expands Management Team, Adds Vivian Peng as Vice-President of Project Management
Experienced architect joins PCG as VP of Project Management, overseeing project delivery of all 3D renderings and animations. - March 04, 2015 - PCG Inc
OT9 Design Among Initial Founders of Gasparilla Interactive Festival
The first Gasparilla Interactive Festival will be held on March 6, 2015 at Port Tampa Bay, Cruise Terminal 3. The Gasparilla Interactive Festival (GIF) is Tampa Bay’s showcase for cutting-edge technologies, digital innovation and entrepreneurial inspiration. The Festival features compelling... - March 04, 2015 - OT9 Design
Global Technology Associates Opens New Office in San Diego
New Location to House Software Application and Tools Division and to Support West Coast Projects and Clients - March 04, 2015 - Global Technology Associates, LLC
GRAITEC Reports 40% Growth for 2014
GRAITEC reports a turnover of 47.2 million Euros for the fiscal year ending December 31st 2014. - March 04, 2015 - GRAITEC Group
Zuckerman Museum of Art by Stanley Beaman & Sears a Cultural Beacon
In just the last year, an unlikely arts scene has emerged more than twenty-file miles north-west of downtown Atlanta. On the campus of Kennesaw State University (KSU), the state's third-largest public institution of higher-education, the Bernard A. Zuckerman Museum of Art (ZMA) has been the impetus... - March 03, 2015 - Stanley Beaman & Sears
EMLab P&K Releases MoldRANGE Local Climate Report for Mold Testing in Illinois, Texas and Colorado
EMLab P&K releases MoldRANGE Local Climate in Illinois, Texas and Colorado to help mold testing professionals. The free mold lab report provides better insights for outdoor mold spore levels in the zip code where the mold testing took place. - March 03, 2015 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Foundation Expert Speaks on Importance of Foundation Inspection for Slab Foundations
Slab Foundations Should Receive Regular Maintenance Inspection - March 03, 2015 - Julian Construction
Earthquake Retrofitting a Must for Southern California Homes
Foundation Experts Speak on Keeping Home’s Safe From Earthquake Activity - March 02, 2015 - Julian Construction
California Based Live Pressure Gas Main Diagnostic Provider Urging Companies to Inspect Before the Unexpected
As the United States infrastructure fails at an alarming rate, JD7, a North American pipe assessment company is stepping forward to urge utility companies to inspect for leaks and potential harmful breaches in systems before it’s too late. Natural gas contains 20 times the energy of TNT,... - February 28, 2015 - JD7
Relegen Expands assetDNA ID Solutions with UHF RFID Labels Suitable for IT Asset Management Applications
Relegen now offers UHF RFID labels suitable for IT asset management applications for users of its asset intelligence software technology, assetDNA. - February 27, 2015 - Relegen Pty Ltd
Weidlinger-Engineered Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Art of the Americas Wing Awarded Boston Society of Architects’ Most Prestigious Honor
The wing, designed by Foster + Partners with CBT/Childs Berman Tseckares, Inc., received the 2014 Harleston Parker Medal, which acknowledges Boston’s “most beautiful piece of architecture, building, monument, or structure.” - February 26, 2015 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.