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Toxic Drywall From China Now Being Investigated Across America

Americas Watchdog's Homeowners Consumer Center is leading a national investigation into what could be toxic imported Chinese dry wall that began showing up in the United States in 2001

25 Feb 2009

Weathering of Advanced Composites for Bridges and Piers Being Studied by NIST and French Lab

NIST has signed an agreement to collaborate with the French National Scientific and Technological Institute to investigate the use of fiber-reinforced polymer composites in high-strength, civil-infrastructure applications such as wind turbines or bridges and piers

25 Feb 2009

Utility Pole Mounted Grid Connected Solar Systems Introduced by SunWave

Petra Solar, Inc., the leading provider of innovative photovoltaic (PV) solutions for utilities, announces the SunWave(TM) Solar AC System, the only proven grid interactive pole-mounted solar system for installation on utility distribution poles and streetlight poles

24 Feb 2009

Sewerage and Drainpipe Conference to Bring Together Top Experts in the Field

AMI’s international conference on Sewerage & Drainage Pipe 2009 brings together top experts from the civil engineering and pipe industries to discuss the latest developments in new build and rehabilitation of p...

24 Feb 2009

Despite Difficult Economic Times, Green Building Opportunities Abound

The future of green jobs, the regional impact of the green economic stimulus package, and the importance of green manufacturing and construction in economic development will be the focus of the Green$ense 2009: Beyond Bu...

24 Feb 2009

ChiselCrete From Artisan Precast Simulates Dry-Stacked Stone Walls

Artisan Precast, a leader in the field of precast concrete fencing, is proud to announce the introduction of ChiselCrete, designed to simulate dry-stacked stone walls

23 Feb 2009

Save Energy Forever Low-E Secondary Windows Cut Energy Costs in Unique Way

Made of low emissive (Low-E) impregnated laminated glass, SEF Low-E Secondary Windows offer building owners across the nation a way to significantly lower their energy and maintenance costs without having to replace thei...

23 Feb 2009

Better Views and Higher Property Values with Falcon Topless Deck Railing

Falcon Railing Mfg. has introduced a topless glass guard deck railing that, in many cases, enables real estate owners to add significant value to their homes by recapturing breathtaking vistas that may be obscured by the top and bottom rails of traditional barrier systems

23 Feb 2009

Murphy Beds and Modular Cabinetry Make Sense in the Current Economy

More and more people are choosing to stay in their homes rather than buy a new one. They may choose to add to their home, by acquiring affordable and functional quality furniture that not only is upscale, but serves many...

23 Feb 2009

High Quality Concrete Countertops In An Economical Package from Concrete Encounter

Answering the call to offer economical materials for construction and remodeling, Concrete Encounter of Connecticut is offering E-Z Counter at an economical price point. Made from the same materials as their custom countertops, E-Z Counter offers you the option of being unique for less

23 Feb 2009

Women in Construction Week to be Celebrated Around America

Women in Construction (WIC) Week will be celebrated March 1-7 by more than 100 chapters of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC). NAWIC exists to enhance the success of women in the construction indus...

23 Feb 2009

Sustainable But Striking Prefabricated School Building Created in the UK

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....

23 Feb 2009

Parking Areas Get Energy Controlling Lighting Systems

Ray-Lite Energy Management Group, Inc., a Brea-based lighting and energy management company, recently redesigned and replaced the lighting system in Brea's Birch Street Downtown east and west parking structures with ...

23 Feb 2009

New Cooling System For High End Wine Cellars

Wine Guardian Wine Cooling Systems are available in four sizes for high-end residential wine cellars

23 Feb 2009

Concrete Results Helping Concrete Manufacturers Stay Viable in Tough Economic Times

Cement and concrete product manufacturers have seen the current economy dramatically reduce their revenue, increase their costs, and lower business profits. Most producers have been forced to react to these pressures by ...

23 Feb 2009