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Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Its Fourth Training Conference for Defective Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) is presenting the inspection and remediation protocols developed specifically for defective "corrosive" drywall. The training seminar is taking place at the Embassy Suites Hotel located in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. - February 24, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Elizabeth Bublitz, Owner and Author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Has Blogged About Pet Friendly Yards on Waggyspetsitting.com
Elizabeth Bublitz, owner and author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, has contributed to Waggy's Petsitting blog about creating pet friendly yards. For more information, go to www.pawfriendlylandscapes.com or http://waggyspettipsandtales.com/2010241-pawfriendly-landscapes-an-interview-with-owner-elizabeth-bublitz-for-a-beautiful-pet-friendly-yard/ - February 24, 2010 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Engineering Firm Buro Happold Hires New Partner Erleen Hatfield
The international engineering firm Buro Happold has welcomed a new partner, BIM expert Erleen Hatfield PE, LEED AP, in its New York office. - February 24, 2010 - Buro Happold
Staffelbach Jumps in National Rankings
Interior architecture and design firm, Staffelbach, leapt up Interior Design magazine’s national rankings of 100 design giants landing firmly at 57th. The annual ranking is based on factors including: total design fees earned, total dollar value of the work and the amount of square footage of... - February 24, 2010 - Staffelbach
Department of Defense Selects MADCAD.com for Building Codes and Standards Online Access
The U.S. Department of Defense awarded MADCAD.com a one-year subscription contract for online access to more than 800 building codes and standards from ASHRAE, ASME, BHMA, ICC and NFPA. The contract will provide architects, engineers, specifiers and facility managers at the Naval Facilities... - February 24, 2010 - MADCAD.com
Elizabeth Bublitz, Owner and Author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Will be Co-Sponsoring the Benefit for World Animal Awareness Society on February 25, 2010 in Aurora, Co
Pawfriendly Landscapes is co-sponsoring "A Beastly Haitian Affair for the World Animal Awareness Society" on February 25, 2010. There will be free portrait sessions all day, hourly prize drawings, goody bags for the first 200 guests, food/drink and amazing auction items in the event. The event is free to the public. - February 22, 2010 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Modern Turf Features Zorro, the #1 Zoysia Sod Worldwide
While sod quality is not always a competition, home, business and golf course owners are reporting that Zorro brand zoysia sod grass is their top choice. Modern Turf of Rembert, SC, is featuring Zorro sod in its sod product line-up and reports that it has been rated the number one zoysia grass in... - February 21, 2010 - Modern Turf
Robeson Marketing & Design Celebrates Ten Years with Launch of New Website, CEO-Directed Blog
Cincinnati-based Robeson Marketing & Design (RMD), a full-service firm specializing in strategic planning, recently launched their new website to highlight the firm’s expertise and success stories over the past ten years. Learn more about what Robeson is proud to show their clients and prospects--including the new CEO-directed blog written by RMD's CEO Beth Robeson. - February 21, 2010 - Robeson Marketing & Design
Wynright Announces Launch of New Brand Company – Wynright Robotics
Wynright, a leading manufacturer and integrator in the material handling industry has announced the formation of their latest Brand Company – Wynright Robotics(wynright.com/robotics/). - February 20, 2010 - Wynright
Northwest Home Builder Reality Homes Inc. Experiences Increase in 2009 and Brighter Future in 2010
Northwest On Your Lot Builder Reality Homes Inc. sees a successful 2009 in what many say has been a tumultuous economy. Increased volume is something that many builders have not experienced in more than 24 months or more and do not expect to see for the foreseeable future. Yet this Northwest based company has found their way to a meaningful year and is looking forward to a much brighter future. - February 20, 2010 - Reality Home Inc.
Underwater Rudder Repairs Now Permanent with New Hydrex Underwater Technology
Underwater rudder repairs (hydrex@hydrex.be) are now permanent with new Hydrex underwater technology that allows for rudder repairs to be performed in-situ anywhere in the world, without the need of drydocking. This new Hydrex underwater technology saves ship owners and operator’s money and... - February 19, 2010 - Hydrex LLC
Julian Construction Urges Homeowners to Learn from Haiti’s Mistakes
Company Urges Homeowners to Get Their Homes Well Prepared for the Next Earthquake. - February 18, 2010 - Julian Construction
JCT Builds Share of Construction Contracts
Almost 80 per cent of building projects use the Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) standard forms of construction contract, according to the latest Contracts in use survey produced by Davis Langdon on behalf of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Published on Friday, the survey was... - February 18, 2010 - Joint Contracts Tribunal
Lance Dunahoe Earns Certified Master Inspector® Designation
Colleyville, Texas and Advantage Property Inspections is pleased to announce that Lance Dunahoe is now credentialed as a Certified Master Inspector(CMI)®, which is the inspection industry's top professional designation. - February 17, 2010 - Advantage Property Inspections
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Training Conference for Defective Drywall in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
The “BESI System” offers the most comprehensive remediation; the protocol was developed based on proven science and considers the following major factors: corrosion, cross-contamination of other building materials, personal belongings, IAQ monitoring program, and a proposed national warranty (not an insurance policy). - February 17, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Miller Construction Company Building Republic Services' "Green" Facility in West Palm Beach, Florida
In its second innovative, “green” design/build project for Republic Services, Miller Construction Company has begun work on a 30,000-square-foot office/maintenance facility for the company’s West Palm Beach-based truck fleet. Scheduled for June 2010 completion, the two-story... - February 17, 2010 - Miller Construction Company
Contractors Legal Group Joins JCT
The new Contractors Legal Group (CLG), which represents the common interests of main contractor trade associations, has joined the Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT). - February 16, 2010 - Joint Contracts Tribunal
Aptcon Opens New Office in Wilmington, NC
New Wilmington, NC location and hire of Construction Manager support continued growth. - February 13, 2010 - Aptcon
NH Custom Home Builder Zetland Homes LLC Winter Planning and Building Seminar
New Hampshire custom green home builder Zetland Homes LLC offering their Winter 2010 Planning and Building dinner seminar. Information on building a custom home whether stick built, structural insulated panel (SIP), log, timber frame or modular. Discusses Energy Star and Green Build NH certification programs. - February 12, 2010 - Zetland Homes LLC
Building Envelope Science Institute Initiates Patent Process on Remediation of Buildings with Defective Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) was launched in 2009 to provide a solution to the defective or corrosive drywall crisis which has unfolded over the last seventeen months or so. The Institute developed what is being referred to as the “BESI System” and has now filed a provisional patent on their process for remediation of buildings that have defective or "corrosive" drywall. - February 12, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Conference for Certification of Inspectors & Remediators for Defective or Corrosive Drywall in Ft. Lauderdale
BESI will certify inspectors, consultants, project managers, and remediation contractors in Ft. Lauderdale on March 2-3, 2010. This certification program offered through the Institute (BESI) instructs and trains licensed and approved state contractors in the remediation of defective or corrosive drywall. - February 12, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Robeson Marketing & Design Accepting Non-Profit Applications for Free Strategic Planning Package (Valued at $10,000)
In honor of Robeson Marketing & Design's ten-year anniversary, the full-service firm is accepting applications for their Giving Back 2010 strategic planning package from Cincinnati-based non-profits. This package is valued at $10,000 and will provide the non-profit with a three-five year marketing communication plan. Applications are now being accepted through March 1, 2010. - February 11, 2010 - Robeson Marketing & Design
BJAC is a Triangle CREW 2010 Corporate Sponsor
Lou Jurkowski, CEO at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm offering professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that BJAC is a corporate sponsor for Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (“Triangle CREW”) in 2010. BJAC will sponsor... - February 11, 2010 - BJAC
DexSystems Now Offering Online Estimate and Order Decking Material Delivered to the Door–Lower 2010 Pricing
Get exterior decking materials delivered directly to the door, at home or job site. From easy online estimating and freight quote request, this new online ordering system makes it easier than ever to order and manage multiple project orders and all with better 2010 pricing. - February 10, 2010 - DexSystems Inc.
KTI Announces the Opening of Its New Office in Kansas City, KS
Kruger Technologies, Inc. has announced the opening of a new office in Kansas City, KS. The office is conveniently located about five minutes from the Kansas Speedway and is KTI’s second location in the Kansas City Metro area. Building on its growth in 2009, KTI is excited to expand its... - February 10, 2010 - Kruger Technologies, Inc
V-Soft, Inc. Launches VPRMS, V-Soft Product Recall Management Software
V-Soft, Inc. the leading provider of CRM software and services announced today the launch of a recall management software solution for manufacturers and distributors. During the course of business, companies sometimes have the need to recall their products for a variety of reasons. Having to... - February 06, 2010 - V-Soft, Inc.
Doucet Remodeling & Design Wins Gold Contractor of the Year Award and Customer Service Award
2009 COTY Awards are presented to Doucet Remodeling and Design for excellence in remodeling and customer service. - February 05, 2010 - Doucet Remodeling & Design Inc.
Cathy Doucet Earns Industry Certification Recognizes Expertise in Kitchen & Bath Design
Cathy Doucet of Doucet Remodeling & Design, Inc. in Stoneham announced that she has earned certification as an Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer (AKBD) from the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), the leading trade association for the kitchen and bath industry. - February 05, 2010 - Doucet Remodeling & Design Inc.
Architect Raymond Cekauskas Named 2010 President of American Institute of Architects Detroit
Several Metro Detroit Companies Also Represented on Board of Directors - February 05, 2010 - American Institute of Architects Detroit
Orbit Architects Select Workspace Mini by Union Square Software to Increase Project Efficiency
Latest architect to partner Union Square and implement Workspace mini for out-of-the-box practice management. - February 05, 2010 - Union Square Software
Tectonix Steele Reports Proper Project Management as a Critical Step in Growing a Company During a Difficult Economy
During the month of January, all of the Project Managers with Tectonix Steel had the opportunity to attend an intense, weeklong course on Project Management. The training was based on a real life scenario in which there were people calling in sick, revisions to the project, subs refusing to work... - February 04, 2010 - Tectonix Steel
Underwater Ship Repair and Maintenance Available from New Hydrex Port Gentil Site
Underwater ship repair and maintenance (http://www.hydrex.be) and offshore repair and maintenance services are now available from the newest Hydrex office in Port Gentil, Gabon, West Africa as part of the Hydrex international expansion plans. The Port Gentil office working closely with the Hydrex... - February 03, 2010 - Hydrex LLC
Staticworx Earns AIA Provider Accreditation, Offers Architects Education Credits on Anti-Static Flooring
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently announced it has accredited “Anti-Static Flooring: The Basics,” a course developed by Dave Long, President & CEO of Staticworx, the largest manufacturer of anti-static flooring solutions in North America. Long, an educator of... - February 02, 2010 - Staticworx
San Jose Electric Voltz: New Business Success Strategy - Meeting Clients Face-to-Face - Meeting Online
San Jose Electrician Voltz is expanding business – connecting with customers on the web. - February 02, 2010 - SanJoseElectric
Hallelujah - Platform Lift from movemanSKG Makes Church Wheelchair Accessible
Bethanp Baptist Church contracted movemanSKG to install a Prestige platform lift. Now, wheelchair users can access the basement vestry, where the church holds activities such as Sunday school and coffee mornings. - January 31, 2010 - movemanSKG
Primary School's Access on a High Thanks to movemanSKG Wheelchair Lift
movemanSKG has supplied Ottery St Mary Primary School in Devon with two platform lifts, which keep it compliant with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA). - January 31, 2010 - movemanSKG
Michelle McNutt Named New Architect at BJAC
Lou Jurkowski, CEO at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm offering professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that Michelle McNutt has received her architectural registration. McNutt has been with the firm since 2006 as an intern architect. As an... - January 31, 2010 - BJAC
Stephanie Y. Drake, President of Drake Incorporated, Featured in MBE Magazine, a Successful Woman-Owned Construction Firm at the Smithsonian
When you flip through the pages of the current issue of MBE (Minority Business Enterprise) Magazine you will find an article about how the world’s largest educational and research institute and museum complex, the Smithsonian Institution, is preserving history while enhancing the future for M/WBEs. Simultaneously, you will see the vital face behind some of the Smithsonian’s most visible construction projects: a woman who is making both headlines and history. - January 31, 2010 - Drake Incorporated
Miller Construction Co. Completes $43 Million Omni Renovation Project
Landmark Miami Mall “Reborn” with 320,000 Square Feet of Offices and Sleek Exterior -- Miller Construction Company has completed a $43 million renovation project for developer Argent Ventures, transforming 320,000 square feet of former retail space at the 1970s-era Omni International Mall into The Omni Offices, a state-of-the-art, Class A office address. - January 30, 2010 - Miller Construction Company
Award-Winning Lyonia Environmental Center at the Deltona Regional Library Complex Designed by Zev Cohen & Associates
The County of Volusia and the City of Deltona were awarded the Sustainability Award by the Florida Planning & Zoning Association, Surfcoast Chapter for the Lyonia Environmental Center at the Deltona Regional Library Complex. Zev Cohen & Associates, Inc. along with Rood & Zwick Architects designed this project as a “Green” site so it will receive a “LEED” Certificate. - January 30, 2010 - Zev Cohen & Associates, Inc.
Staticworx Launches GroundLock Snap-Together with Conductive Base to Provide Flooring Flexibility
Staticworx has introduced GroundLock Snap-Together, a flexible flooring option that enables the installation of anti-static, electrically conductive floors without the use of adhesives. Combining a conductive interlocking base with any Staticworx modular flooring option, this product meets the recommended performance parameters of ANSI/ESD S 20.20-2007 as well as new Class-0 ESD (electrostatic discharge) specifications. - January 29, 2010 - Staticworx
Staticworx EC Rubber Receives Industry Accolades as Best Fault-Tolerant, Static-Control Flooring Product
The latest generation of Staticworx EC Rubber, the industry’s first electronically conductive rubber flooring product, recently received the Seal of Approval, awarded by ESD Journal, as the only fault-tolerant flooring suitable for Class-0 ESD (electrostatic discharge) applications. In... - January 29, 2010 - Staticworx
EMLab P&K Increases Mold Testing and Bacteria Testing Capacity to Support Northern and Southern California After Flooding
EMLab P&K added local and overall mold testing and bacteria testing capacity to support Southern California and the San Francisco Bay Area. - January 29, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Julian Construction Urges L.A. Homeowners to Get Foundation Inspection After Big Rains
Company Urges Homeowners to Get an Inspection to See If Poor Drainage May be Damaging Their Home Foundation. - January 28, 2010 - Julian Construction
Julian Construction Urges Homeowners to Commemorate Anniversary of Northridge with Foundation Inspection
Company Urges Homeowners to Commemorate 16th Anniversary of Northridge Earthquake by Getting More Prepared for Next Big Shake - January 28, 2010 - Julian Construction
Birdair, Inc. to Attend Stadium Managers Association Annual Seminar
Birdair will participate in the 36th annual Stadium Managers Association (SMA) Seminar in Orlando, FL, February 7-11, 2010 - January 28, 2010 - Birdair, Inc.
Staffelbach Completes 50,000 Square Feet for Kosmos Energy
National interior architecture and design firm, Staffelbach, has completed a 50,000 square foot design project for Kosmos Energy of Dallas. The completion of the client’s corporate offices into their new location included a full complement of design as well as move services. Staffelbach... - January 27, 2010 - Staffelbach
Masonry Technology Introduces the Only Weep Screed That Actually Weeps
Masonry Technology's L+R Weep Screed™ is the only metal termination specifically designed to accommodate a rainscreen drainage plane material and allow all the moisture to escape, every time. Join them in evolutionary change. - January 27, 2010 - Masonry Technology, Inc.
Zev Cohen & Associates Wins “Outstanding Development” Award for Ocean Center Project
Together with the County of Volusia and the City of Daytona Beach, Zev Cohen & Associates, Inc. was awarded the Outstanding Development Award for Ocean Center by the Florida Planning & Zoning Association, Surfcoast Chapter. - January 27, 2010 - Zev Cohen & Associates, Inc.
Changes in BOMA Standards Can Lead to Commercial Real Estate Opportunities
National interior architecture and design firm, Staffelbach, is notifying those involved in commercial real estate that the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) standards have changed for the first time since 1996. New terminology, as well as changes in what can be considered measurable... - January 27, 2010 - Staffelbach