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Simmtronic has supplied its SPECS3 fully addressable, digital lighting controls for two more prestigious office buildings at Spinningfields in Manchester Simmtronic Digital Lighting Controls Installed in Prestigious Spinningfields Office Buildings
Simmtronic has supplied its SPECS3 fully addressable, digital lighting controls for two more prestigious office buildings at Spinningfields in Manchester
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Team UT-Battelle to Help Build Anderson Habitat House
A crew of volunteers from Team UT-Battelle gathered this weekend to begin construction of a Habitat for Humanity house in Clinton's Hickory Ridge Subdivision
Full Story		 A crew of volunteers from Team UT-Battelle gathered this weekend to begin construction of a Habitat for Humanity house in Clinton's Hickory Ridge Subdivision
Chicks and Bricks Finally Click with Fashion Line That Makes Work Threads Sexier than What's Screwed on Pipes Do It To It Clothing Line Offers Designer Utility Apparel For DIY Woman
Chicks and Bricks Finally Click with Fashion Line That Makes Work Threads Sexier than What's Screwed on Pipes
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New Allglas Interior Officefront System From DORMA Represents a Breakthrough in Designing and Outfitting Interior Office Space New Allglas Interior Officefront System From DORMA Represents a Breakthrough in Designing and Outfitting Interior Office Space
Soundproof Windows Company Noise Testing Exceeds All Expectations Soundproof Windows Company Noise Testing Exceeds All Expectations
International Council of Shopping Centers Has Adopted BREEAM as their Pan-European Sustainability Standard International Council of Shopping Centers Has Adopted BREEAM as their Pan-European Sustainability Standard
Dow and Global Solar Team Up on Energized Building Products Dow and Global Solar Team Up on Energized Building Products
Unity House, A Mass-Producible, Customizable, Sustainable and Adaptable Green Home
OPI has developed a process that makes it possible to construct thousands of environmentally friendly Net-Zero homes (which produce as much energy as they consume) and is sharing these innovations with the entire building industry.
Full Story		 OPI has developed a process that makes it possible to construct thousands of environmentally friendly Net-Zero homes (which produce as much energy as they consume) and is sharing these innovations with the entire building industry.
Ten Year Milestone for Michigan Conference on Affordable Housing Ten Year Milestone for Michigan Conference on Affordable Housing
Cost Efficient, Sustainable Building Solutions to be Showcased at CIH Cost Efficient, Sustainable Building Solutions to be Showcased at CIH
Downtown Trenton, NJ's landmark building emerges from state's list of most endangered historic properties as a symbol of Capital City's revival via green building and historic preservation Green Building and Historic Preservation Turns Abandoned Bank Building into Luxury Apartments and Retail
Downtown Trenton, NJ's landmark building emerges from state's list of most endangered historic properties as a symbol of Capital City's revival via green building and historic preservation
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HERITAGE 2008 World and Sustainable Heritage Conference to be Held in Portugal
The first HERITAGE 2008 World and Sustainable Heritage conference is being held in Vila Nova de Foz Côa, in the Portuguese north region of Porto - Douro Valley - this May 6 to 7, 2008. This international conference will unite several international experts on the relationships between heritage and Human development, natural environment and historic preservation.
Full Story		 The first HERITAGE 2008 World and Sustainable Heritage conference is being held in Vila Nova de Foz Côa, in the Portuguese north region of Porto - Douro Valley - this May 6 to 7, 2008. This international conference will unite several international experts on the relationships between heritage and Human development, natural environment and historic preservation.
Arizona's recently developed active adult community, featuring Southwest-inspired models with an emphasis on outdoor living, chose ForeverLawn artificial grass to enhance the experience for potential residents and reduce its own maintenance costs. Saving Money, Water and Resources with Synthetic Lawn Grass
Arizona's recently developed active adult community, featuring Southwest-inspired models with an emphasis on outdoor living, chose ForeverLawn artificial grass to enhance the experience for potential residents and reduce its own maintenance costs.
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Thermal Break for Aluminum Windows, Doors, Curtain Walls and Storefronts Thermal Break for Aluminum Windows, Doors, Curtain Walls and Storefronts
Functional Safety Solutions with New Residential Door Lock Sets from DORMA
DORMA's new, Grade 2 J200 Interconnected Lock Sets for exterior doors and C400 Tubular Lock Sets for interior doors provide security, safety and convenience for single and multi-family residences as well as light to medium duty commercial applications.
Full Story		 DORMA's new, Grade 2 J200 Interconnected Lock Sets for exterior doors and C400 Tubular Lock Sets for interior doors provide security, safety and convenience for single and multi-family residences as well as light to medium duty commercial applications.
Martinson-Nicholls new Water Hog Grand Classic entrance mats offer the appearance of a fashionable carpet with the function of a doormat that traps dirt and water at your entranceway. The slip resistant surface has a green-friendly, cleated rubber backing made of 10-15% recycled content. Fashion Combined with Dirt and Moisture Stopping Function in Stylish Classic Door Mats
Martinson-Nicholls new Water Hog Grand Classic entrance mats offer the appearance of a fashionable carpet with the function of a doormat that traps dirt and water at your entranceway. The slip resistant surface has a green-friendly, cleated rubber backing made of 10-15% recycled content.
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Design House Leads Building Industry with Matching WholeHouse Designer Home Packages
Design House introduces the industry's first WholeHouse matching home package program. WholeHouse coordinates style and finish across multiple categories including indoor and outdoor lighting, ceiling fans, locksets, door hardware, faucets and bath accessories.
Full Story		 Design House introduces the industry's first WholeHouse matching home package program. WholeHouse coordinates style and finish across multiple categories including indoor and outdoor lighting, ceiling fans, locksets, door hardware, faucets and bath accessories.
Leading supplier of portable garage shelters and canopies for autos, boats, machinery and other storage reports a sudden and sharp increase in sales as slowing economy and continued climate change concerns causes need for affordable protection for investments that are prone to weather and element damage. Portable Garages Are Cost Effective Alternative to Fixed Protective Buildings
Leading supplier of portable garage shelters and canopies for autos, boats, machinery and other storage reports a sudden and sharp increase in sales as slowing economy and continued climate change concerns causes need for affordable protection for investments that are prone to weather and element damage.
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BuildDirect Offers Helpful Tips on the Hardwood Flooring BuildDirect Offers Helpful Tips on the Hardwood Flooring
Natural Stone Restoration Alliance Develops Stone Counter Top Protection Plan Natural Stone Restoration Alliance Develops Stone Counter Top Protection Plan
ZigBee Advanced Metering, Home Automation and Control Leads to Cost and Energy Saving ZigBee Advanced Metering, Home Automation and Control Leads to Cost and Energy Saving
Retaining Wall Blocks Capture the Color, Texture and Detail of Natural Stone
Millenia Wall Solutions is setting the new standard for the construction of segmental retaining walls by advancing the most noteworthy innovation in the industry since the 1980s. The faces and caps for the wall units in Millenia's revolutionary retaining wall system are now available in four distinctive styles
Full Story		 Millenia Wall Solutions is setting the new standard for the construction of segmental retaining walls by advancing the most noteworthy innovation in the industry since the 1980s. The faces and caps for the wall units in Millenia's revolutionary retaining wall system are now available in four distinctive styles
Sustainable Regeneration of Limerick City Sustainable Regeneration of Limerick City
Westhampton Beach High School student Paul DiLandro won first place in Brookhaven National Laboratory's 2008 Model Bridge Contest Westhampton Beach Student Wins Brookhaven Lab's Model Bridge Contest
Westhampton Beach High School student Paul DiLandro won first place in Brookhaven National Laboratory's 2008 Model Bridge Contest
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Tips for a Greener and More Energy Efficient Home Tips for a Greener and More Energy Efficient Home
Huge Growth for Green Roof Market Huge Growth for Green Roof Market
Women in Construction Saluted by Thomas Skid Steer Loaders
Thomas Equipment and Butch Craig & Sons, a Thomas Skid Steer Dealer based in Auburn, Maine, joined exhibitors at the Construction Expo of Maine to salute "Women in Construction."
Full Story		 Thomas Equipment and Butch Craig & Sons, a Thomas Skid Steer Dealer based in Auburn, Maine, joined exhibitors at the Construction Expo of Maine to salute
Fine For World's Largest Brick Maker for Hazardous Fumes Fine For World's Largest Brick Maker for Hazardous Fumes
Eco-Friendly Luxury Shower Heads Launched Online Eco-Friendly Luxury Shower Heads Launched Online
Industry recognition rewards modular building company's innovative design solutions. Pac-Van Modular Buildings Capture Seven Awards of Distinction, Including Best of Show, at 2008 Modular Building Institute Awards Night
Industry recognition rewards modular building company's innovative design solutions.
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Hole Saw Versatility Increased with Hole Saw Accessory Hole Saw Versatility Increased with Hole Saw Accessory
Modern Construction Methods Speeding Up Building Times Modern Construction Methods Speeding Up Building Times
Future Building Materials May Have Self Repairing Properties to Fix Cracks Future Building Materials May Have Self Repairing Properties to Fix Cracks
New Timber Frame Design Workbook from Davis Frame Timber Frame Company
A companion to their award winning Timber Frames: Designing Your Custom Home timber frame book, the Design Workbook includes useful tools to start documenting your needs and wants in a custom timber frame home. Included are budget plans, needs analysis, reference materials, building timelines...and more.
Full Story		 A companion to their award winning Timber Frames: Designing Your Custom Home timber frame book, the Design Workbook includes useful tools to start documenting your needs and wants in a custom timber frame home. Included are budget plans, needs analysis, reference materials, building timelines...and more.
MetroShed modern sheds are changing the pre-fab modern shed / modern cabana market by making pre-fab production work. MetroShed is setting industry standards by lowering prices and offering faster assembly / installation of the small buildings through innovative architectural design and using green manufacturing methods. No building experience is necessary and anyone can assemble a MetroShed with just a ladder, screw gun and gloves. Add style and space in just one day. In a tough housing market it's important to offer solutions to living space Green Manufactured Pre-Fab Modern Sheds for Half the Price With Half the Assembly Time
MetroShed modern sheds are changing the pre-fab modern shed / modern cabana market by making pre-fab production work. MetroShed is setting industry standards by lowering prices and offering faster assembly / installation of the small buildings through innovative architectural design and using green manufacturing methods. No building experience is necessary and anyone can assemble a MetroShed with just a ladder, screw gun and gloves. Add style and space in just one day. In a tough housing market it's important to offer solutions to living space
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Crane Safety Warning After Death of Welder Crane Safety Warning After Death of Welder
Highly Sustainable Hemp and Lime Based Hemcrete Building System Now Available in the United States. Highly Sustainable Hemp and Lime Based Hemcrete Building System Now Available in the United States.
Tips for Making Your Pool Deck Look The Best Before Summer
With summer just around the corner, it's likely your pool will be getting used more frequently. If it needs some freshening up, the Concrete Network offers five easy tips to spruce up a pool deck without having to tear out and replace it. Oftentimes, just simple fixes can give your pool deck a fresh, new look.
Full Story		 With summer just around the corner, it's likely your pool will be getting used more frequently. If it needs some freshening up, the Concrete Network offers five easy tips to spruce up a pool deck without having to tear out and replace it. Oftentimes, just simple fixes can give your pool deck a fresh, new look.
Eastman Chemical Company has Launched a New Building and Construction Section on Their Website Eastman Chemical Company has Launched a New Building and Construction Section on Their Website
Preventing Onsite Injuries Preventing Onsite Injuries
A ceiling fan is the environmentally-friendly option for home cooling, as it only uses 5% of the power required for an air conditioning unit The Environmentally Friendly Way to Keep Cool
A ceiling fan is the environmentally-friendly option for home cooling, as it only uses 5% of the power required for an air conditioning unit
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ThyssenKrupp Elevator TWIN elevators to Debut in the Netherlands ThyssenKrupp Elevator TWIN elevators to Debut in the Netherlands
Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute Releases New Guide to Different Types of Permeable Pavements
Recently the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) released the new Permeable Pavement Comparison Guide. This guide compares the similarities and differences among alternative pavements used for stormwater and sustainable best management practices such as permeable interlocking concrete pavement, pervious concrete and porous asphalt.
Full Story		 Recently the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) released the new Permeable Pavement Comparison Guide. This guide compares the similarities and differences among alternative pavements used for stormwater and sustainable best management practices such as permeable interlocking concrete pavement, pervious concrete and porous asphalt.
General Steel Corporation, one of the most recognized names in the pre-engineered steel buildings, will be conducting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 19, 2008 for their new offices General Steel Corporation Still Growing as They Expand into New Headquarters
General Steel Corporation, one of the most recognized names in the pre-engineered steel buildings, will be conducting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 19, 2008 for their new offices
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Laundry Vent Box Protects Against Clothes Dryer Fires Laundry Vent Box Protects Against Clothes Dryer Fires
Green Metal Roofing for Environmentally Friendly Homes Green Metal Roofing for Environmentally Friendly Homes
Sapphire Condominium Topped With American Flag and Palm Tree
The stunning Sapphire condominium in Fort Lauderdale celebrated a construction milestone recently as the twin 12-story towers were topped off. A ceremonial 20-foot Royal Palm tree and an American flag, in honor of the troops serving abroad, were placed on the roof signifying the completion of vertical construction.
Full Story		 The stunning Sapphire condominium in Fort Lauderdale celebrated a construction milestone recently as the twin 12-story towers were topped off. A ceremonial 20-foot Royal Palm tree and an American flag, in honor of the troops serving abroad, were placed on the roof signifying the completion of vertical construction.
Uniboard by Dotmar is a new family of lightweight construction materials that combine the advantages of plastics and timber - low weight, easy to handle and water resistant. New Family of Construction Materials Combines the Advantages of Both Plastics and Timber
Uniboard by Dotmar is a new family of lightweight construction materials that combine the advantages of plastics and timber - low weight, easy to handle and water resistant.
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Annual Home Check Up Tips to Prevent Damage to Your House Annual Home Check Up Tips to Prevent Damage to Your House
Radiant Heating Under Wood Floors Reduces Carbon Footprint Radiant Heating Under Wood Floors Reduces Carbon Footprint
Windscreens Maximize Construction Site Productivity and Profitability
A good windscreen install makes for a better job site. There are less distractions to workers. It makes for a physically cleaner site and customized logos on screening will have an impact on the job site bottom line.
Full Story		 A good windscreen install makes for a better job site. There are less distractions to workers. It makes for a physically cleaner site and customized logos on screening will have an impact on the job site bottom line.
Within the project “Inside Outside – Building with Sandwiches” Bayer MaterialScience has been working closely with the Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe University of Applied Sciences on the investigation of new sandwich material combinations for interior design. The project focused on e.g. large-area translucent components with a core of special polyurethane foam and fac-ings made from the transparent polycarbonate Makrolon. Some of the specimen sandwiches have recently been shown at two exhibitions in Darmstadt. New Transluscent Polymer Sandwich Building Materials from Bayer Material Science
Within the project “Inside Outside – Building with Sandwiches” Bayer MaterialScience has been working closely with the Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe University of Applied Sciences on the investigation of new sandwich material combinations for interior design. The project focused on e.g. large-area translucent components with a core of special polyurethane foam and fac-ings made from the transparent polycarbonate Makrolon. Some of the specimen sandwiches have recently been shown at two exhibitions in Darmstadt.
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Saving Energy Translates to Award for Sandia Laboratory Saving Energy Translates to Award for Sandia Laboratory
Energy Saving Coating Receives Official Building Code Approvals For the European Union Energy Saving Coating Receives Official Building Code Approvals For the European Union
Window Safety Tips for Keeping Children Safe Window Safety Tips for Keeping Children Safe
Recycling Fiberglass Reinforced Plastics into High Quality Bathtubs, Spas, Sinks and Boats
Seawolf Design Inc. has put together a system that can take a company's Fiberglass Reinforced Plastics (FRP), recycle it, and make high-quality products.
Full Story		 Seawolf Design Inc. has put together a system that can take a company's Fiberglass Reinforced Plastics (FRP), recycle it, and make high-quality products.
New Technique for Dealing With Salt Damage to Stone Heritage Buildings New Technique for Dealing With Salt Damage to Stone Heritage Buildings
DuPont has announced its newest collection of surfaces – the DuPont™ Zodiaq Terra Collection – with four new colors that contain at least 50 percent pre-consumer recycled glass. The collection will be available through DuPont distributors in the United States in July. DuPont Zodiaq Terra Collection Adds to Available Range of Sustainable Building Materials
DuPont has announced its newest collection of surfaces – the DuPont™ Zodiaq Terra Collection – with four new colors that contain at least 50 percent pre-consumer recycled glass. The collection will be available through DuPont distributors in the United States in July.
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New Standard on Responsibly Sourced Construction Products New Standard on Responsibly Sourced Construction Products
Energy Efficiency Wins Award for Siemens Green Building Program Energy Efficiency Wins Award for Siemens Green Building Program
Sustainable Homes Index For Tomorrow, SHIFT, to be Launched Sustainable Homes Index For Tomorrow, SHIFT, to be Launched
Hydro Buys Italian Building Distribution Centres Hydro Buys Italian Building Distribution Centres
Hurricane Resistant Door Blows into the Housing Market
Special-Lite Inc., the nation's leading manufacturer of fiberglass-reinforced polyester (FRP) doors, has launched a concentrated effort to sell a hurricane-resistant door in states along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. The effort is in anticipation of the hurricane season in the United States, which starts June 1 and lasts through November 30.
Full Story		 Special-Lite Inc., the nation's leading manufacturer of fiberglass-reinforced polyester (FRP) doors, has launched a concentrated effort to sell a hurricane-resistant door in states along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. The effort is in anticipation of the hurricane season in the United States, which starts June 1 and lasts through November 30.
The Beekman, the latest model home to be unveiled at Round Top at Sparta, will make its much-anticipated debut this weekend (Saturday and Sunday, April 12th and 13th) at the collection of 120 condo-style and townhome residences rising in this Sussex County town. Beekman Model Home to be Unveiled This Weekend
The Beekman, the latest model home to be unveiled at Round Top at Sparta, will make its much-anticipated debut this weekend (Saturday and Sunday, April 12th and 13th) at the collection of 120 condo-style and townhome residences rising in this Sussex County town.
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Raychem Heat Tracing Systems Used for Freeze Protection at Antarctic Base
Raychem heat-tracing systems are being employed for freeze protection to piped water service lines throughout the modules of the new Halley VI Antarctic Research Station. The Halley VI facility, being built for British Antarctic Survey, has eight elevated accommodation and research modules with interconnecting transits and will be operating on the Brunt Ice Shelf.
Full Story		 Raychem heat-tracing systems are being employed for freeze protection to piped water service lines throughout the modules of the new Halley VI Antarctic Research Station. The Halley VI facility, being built for British Antarctic Survey, has eight elevated accommodation and research modules with interconnecting transits and will be operating on the Brunt Ice Shelf.
Unique Funding for Green Home Make Over Unique Funding for Green Home Make Over
Twelve Experts Sign up for Eco-Towns Challenge Twelve Experts Sign up for Eco-Towns Challenge
Ready Solar designs and manufactures the Solar in a Box line of prefab, modular solar electric systems built for easy and attractive installation. Solar In A Box Premade Solar Electric Appliance
Ready Solar designs and manufactures the Solar in a Box line of prefab, modular solar electric systems built for easy and attractive installation.
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Beauty of Natural Stone in New Retaining Wall Material
Concrete block walls have become so commonplace that their appearance, which was new and different in the 1980s, has become dated and generic. Today, Millenia Wall Solutions, are leading a new revolution in retaining wall materials and construction with Millenia's patented technology that uses 100 percent recycled pre-consumer polymeric resins to attain the beauty of natural stone
Full Story		 Concrete block walls have become so commonplace that their appearance, which was new and different in the 1980s, has become dated and generic. Today, Millenia Wall Solutions, are leading a new revolution in retaining wall materials and construction with Millenia's patented technology that uses 100 percent recycled pre-consumer polymeric resins to attain the beauty of natural stone
GreenPrint to Help With Sustainable Urban Development Design GreenPrint to Help With Sustainable Urban Development Design
American Concrete Saw Maker Bought by Husqvarna American Concrete Saw Maker Bought by Husqvarna
Seismically Stable Rammed Earth Construction for Sustainable Buildings Seismically Stable Rammed Earth Construction for Sustainable Buildings
The Northern Illinois Fire Sprinkler Advisory Board (NIFSAB) reports that a fire sprinkler that prevented a fire from spreading in a multi-unit building last week in Lake Zurich was the 15th successful activation in the Chicago area. Fire Sprinklers Proven to be Preventing Major Fires
The Northern Illinois Fire Sprinkler Advisory Board (NIFSAB) reports that a fire sprinkler that prevented a fire from spreading in a multi-unit building last week in Lake Zurich was the 15th successful activation in the Chicago area.
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Zero Energy Solution With New Exit Signs
Jessup Manufacturing Company has introduced its new Glo Brite Eco Exit safety signs that consume no energy and need no maintenance, reducing costs and the carbon footprint for building owners.
Full Story		 Jessup Manufacturing Company has introduced its new Glo Brite Eco Exit safety signs that consume no energy and need no maintenance, reducing costs and the carbon footprint for building owners.
DuPont Building Innovations' Products Help Protect and Preserve Buildings DuPont Building Innovations' Products Help Protect and Preserve Buildings
Environmental Pioneer, Green Seal, Introduces Groundbreaking Paint Industry Standard Environmental Pioneer, Green Seal, Introduces Groundbreaking Paint Industry Standard
In the area of electrical installation technology, Siemens Building Technologies is expanding its Delta range with five new products: These include the smoke detector Delta reflex SD9L, a flush-mounting radio, new frames in the Delta miro and Delta style switch programs as well as inserts with new screw-and-washer assembly. Siemens Expands Product Range for Residential and Non-Residential Buildings
In the area of electrical installation technology, Siemens Building Technologies is expanding its Delta range with five new products: These include the smoke detector Delta reflex SD9L, a flush-mounting radio, new frames in the Delta miro and Delta style switch programs as well as inserts with new screw-and-washer assembly.
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Ten Year Celebrations for Vinyl Siding Product Certification Program
After a decade of successfully raising the bar for exterior cladding, quality products that perform to the high expectations of today's builders, remodelers, architects, designers and homeowners continue to be the goal for the Vinyl Siding Institute's (VSI) VSI Vinyl Siding Product Certification Program. VSI will celebrate the 10th anniversary of its program this spring.
Full Story		 After a decade of successfully raising the bar for exterior cladding, quality products that perform to the high expectations of today's builders, remodelers, architects, designers and homeowners continue to be the goal for the Vinyl Siding Institute's (VSI) VSI Vinyl Siding Product Certification Program. VSI will celebrate the 10th anniversary of its program this spring.
Festool Dealer Opens Store Featuring New Applications and Products Festool Dealer Opens Store Featuring New Applications and Products
Community Sustainable Energy Programme Grant Scheme for Microgeneration and Energy Saving Technologies Community Sustainable Energy Programme Grant Scheme for Microgeneration and Energy Saving Technologies
Marble Safe Grout Cleaner That Really Works Marble Safe Grout Cleaner That Really Works
Dredging International awarded expansion contract to dredge Pacific Sea entrance for the Panama Canal Entrance Panama Canal Expansion Awards the Largest Construction Contract So Far
Dredging International awarded expansion contract to dredge Pacific Sea entrance for the Panama Canal Entrance
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Modular Building Solutions to Building Construction Solutions for Businesses, Medical Clinics, Churches and Daycares
A case study in how modular buildings can provide the right building solutions for many businesses, medical clinics, churches and daycares. Modular building company, The Low Group, works with Ohio concrete company, Harrison Concrete to build a corporate headquarters that allowed his business flexibility and convenience unavailable with conventional building methods.
Full Story		 A case study in how modular buildings can provide the right building solutions for many businesses, medical clinics, churches and daycares. Modular building company, The Low Group, works with Ohio concrete company, Harrison Concrete to build a corporate headquarters that allowed his business flexibility and convenience unavailable with conventional building methods.
400 Tonnes of New Custom Scaffolding Required for Limbecker Platz Shopping Center 400 Tonnes of New Custom Scaffolding Required for Limbecker Platz Shopping Center
DuPont today opened its first storm shelter testing center at its Chestnut Run site here. The multi-million dollar facility will allow the company to test different materials for its DuPont StormRoom with Kevlar. Storm Shelter Testing Facility Opened for Testing of DuPont StormRoom with Kevlar
DuPont today opened its first storm shelter testing center at its Chestnut Run site here. The multi-million dollar facility will allow the company to test different materials for its DuPont StormRoom with Kevlar.
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Retro Reflective Fire Coat Trim Product Fires Up Patent Infringement Retro Reflective Fire Coat Trim Product Fires Up Patent Infringement
Lab Approved for Hurricane Testing of Building Materials Lab Approved for Hurricane Testing of Building Materials
Discovery of World's First Substantial Use of Portland Cement in the Construction of a Major Building Discovery of World's First Substantial Use of Portland Cement in the Construction of a Major Building
Weak Housing Market Keeps UK Prices Steady Weak Housing Market Keeps UK Prices Steady
Changes Set to Bring Unused Buildings Back to Use Changes Set to Bring Unused Buildings Back to Use
Regulation Changes Remove Barriers to Small Scale Green Energy Projects Regulation Changes Remove Barriers to Small Scale Green Energy Projects
Envireau Rainwater and Grey Water Harvesting System for River Cottage
Park Farm, the HQ for Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and his River Cottage team, is currently undergoing something of a revamp. The architects have also incorporated an Envireau rainwater harvesting system, manufactured by Titan Pollution Control, for grey water capture and use.
Full Story		 Park Farm, the HQ for Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and his River Cottage team, is currently undergoing something of a revamp. The architects have also incorporated an Envireau rainwater harvesting system, manufactured by Titan Pollution Control, for grey water capture and use.
Entertain family and friends this spring on a new patio. Recent images added to ConcreteNetwork.com's extensive online gallery provide design ideas and inspiration for custom concrete patios. Gallery of Concrete Patios Shows the Trend in Outdoor Rooms for Spring Entertaining
Entertain family and friends this spring on a new patio. Recent images added to ConcreteNetwork.com's extensive online gallery provide design ideas and inspiration for custom concrete patios.
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Ten Year Solar Cell Supply Deal Signed Ten Year Solar Cell Supply Deal Signed
Green Architecture and 19th Century Shingles Merged in Eco Friendly Building Design
The eco-friendly homes at Windermere on the Lake feature the latest in "green" technologies as well as architectural designs inspired by the 19th Century English Art and Crafts movement.
Full Story		 The eco-friendly homes at Windermere on the Lake feature the latest in
Luxury Sales Center Inspires New York Property Buyers Luxury Sales Center Inspires New York Property Buyers
Silicone Sealants, Water Repellants Fight the Elements and Protect Bridges and Critical Infrastructure Silicone Sealants, Water Repellants Fight the Elements and Protect Bridges and Critical Infrastructure
aing Thermotech has created the industry's first retrofit hot water circulation system designed for tankless water heating systems. Named the ACT-909 -TANKLESS, the product enhances the benefit of having a tankless water heater system by offering Retrofit Controlled Hot Water Recirculation System for Space Saving Tankless Water Heaters
aing Thermotech has created the industry's first retrofit hot water circulation system designed for tankless water heating systems. Named the ACT-909 -TANKLESS, the product enhances the benefit of having a tankless water heater system by offering "true" instant hot water and more convenience, energy efficiency and cost savings.
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Call for Theatres to Retain Film Projectors and Not Install Digital Systems Too Early Call for Theatres to Retain Film Projectors and Not Install Digital Systems Too Early
Solar and Energy Saving Systems Make a Comeback as Part of Florida Home Remodeling Projects Solar and Energy Saving Systems Make a Comeback as Part of Florida Home Remodeling Projects
Retro Styled Cordless Tools the Latest in Hot Construction Equipment for Builders
Retro styled cordless hammer to revive quality craftmanship in the building and construction industries
Full Story		 Retro styled cordless hammer to revive quality craftmanship in the building and construction industries


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