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Reell Precision Releases First in a Series of 316 Stainless Steel Friction Hinges

Reell Precision Manufacturing, a world leader in custom hinges and hinge design of small package torque hinge solutions, has released the first in a series of 316 Stainless Steel Friction Hinges. These Stainless Steel Friction Hinges expand Reell's diverse catalog products and opens up opportunities for Reell to further expand into the marine, medical and food industry markets.

13 Jan 2009

FDNY Selects IBM for Intelligent Fire Safety System

The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) has selected IBM (NYSE: IBM) to build a state-of-the-art system for collecting and sharing data in real-time that potentially can prevent fires and protect firefighters ...

12 Jan 2009

New Grant Program will Help Municipalities Save Lives by Improving Road Sign Visibility

3M Traffic Safety Systems is launching the 3M Sign Grant Program, a new program designed to significantly reduce road sign replacement costs to local and state governments to meet the latest federal retroreflectivity standards set by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to improve traffic safety. The 3M Sign Grant Program begins January 5, 2009 and will run through November 30, 2009.

12 Jan 2009

KCI Technologies Relocates HQ to New Green Building

KCI Technologies Inc., a multi-disciplined engineering firm with offices in the Northeast, Southeast and Mid-Atlantic, has moved its Hunt Valley, Md., headquarters to a new green building located at the Highlands Office ...

12 Jan 2009

BOSIG Turns to BASF for Roller Shutter Casings with Thermal and Acoustic Insulation

In order to retrofit roller shutter casings with thermal and acoustic insulation, BOSIG GmbH, Germany, has turned to BASF’s Basotect®. This lightweight, flame-retardant foam is used in the Rolaflex® system, which simply and cost-effectively provides built-in or walled-in roller shutter casings with energy-efficient thermal and acoustic insulation.

12 Jan 2009

Hispanic Media Firm Makes Acquisition of Spanish Language Construction Title for US Market

Latin Press announces today that it has acquired EL NUEVO CONSTRUCTOR -- the Spanish language trade publication for the US Hispanic construction industry, from its former owners Hanley-Wood. Produced bimonthly by Han...

11 Jan 2009

Transform Your Basement To Significantly Increase Living Space And Add Resale Value

Basement Technologies enters its 24th year with the launch of Basement Transformation Technologies. Transforming a basement into livable space is a tricky project. It is a common mistake to think it can be done by any carpenter for under $20,000 with conventional building materials not designed to withstand moisture in cave-like basement levels.

11 Jan 2009

Coating Allows Homeowners to Enjoy Optimal Energy Efficiency with Clear Views

Renewal by Andersen, the start-to-finish window replacement subsidiary of Andersen Corporation, has expanded its available glass options with a new glass that helps block the sun's heat, while letting in almost as mu...

11 Jan 2009

First Significant Improvement to the Spring Floor in 25 Years

A new technology brings forth the evolution of the Floor Exercise gymnastics apparatus. It's called the Weller Spring. The intent of this new spring floor structure is to make the floor more bouncy, soften the impact of landings, and enable the gymnast to gain height when tumbling. It also eliminates the disadvantage a light gymnast has when competing with someone heavier.

11 Jan 2009

Unique Motorized Locks Backed by Innovative SmartKey Technology Controlled Using Web and Mobile Phones

Black + Decker, the industry leader in residential security hardware, is providing 2009 CES attendees a highly-anticipated sneak preview of its consumer electronic line of remote and wireless residential access control solutions offered under the Kwikset® and Baldwin® brands.

11 Jan 2009

BASF Styrodur Approved for Use Under Foundation Slabs

The German Institute for Construction Technology Berlin has given its official approval to multiple layers of BASF's Styrodur 3035 CS, Styrodur 4000 CS and Styrodur 5000 CS used under the foundation slab

9 Jan 2009

Rautaruukki Strengthens Nordic Steel Position With Purchase of Skalles Eiendomsselskap

Rautaruukki is to strengthen its position in steel construction in the Nordic countries through acquisition of the entire share capital of the Norwegian company Skalles Eiendomsselskap AS from its private owners. Skalles...

9 Jan 2009

Dow Building Joins Coalition Urging a Support Package for the Housing Industry

Dow Building Solutions has joined more than 600 industry leaders in supporting "Fix Housing First," a coalition of building industry members urging Congress and the incoming Obama Administration to support a pa...

9 Jan 2009

Black and Decker Previews Wireless and Remote Access Control Solutions at 2009 CES

Black and Decker, the industry leader in residential security hardware, is providing 2009 CES attendees a highly-anticipated sneak preview of its consumer electronic line of remote and wireless residential access control solutions offered under the Kwikset and Baldwin brands

8 Jan 2009

Everything There is to Know About Researching, Choosing and Installing a Concrete Driveway

Recently launched website, Concrete-Driveway.org offers a multitude of in-depth articles and photos covering everything there is to know about researching, choosing and installing a concrete driveway

8 Jan 2009

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Reell Precision Releases First in a Series of 316 Stainless Steel Friction Hinges

FDNY Selects IBM for Intelligent Fire Safety System

New Grant Program will Help Municipalities Save Lives by Improving Road Sign Visibility

KCI Technologies Relocates HQ to New Green Building

BOSIG Turns to BASF for Roller Shutter Casings with Thermal and Acoustic Insulation

Hispanic Media Firm Makes Acquisition of Spanish Language Construction Title for US Market

Transform Your Basement To Significantly Increase Living Space And Add Resale Value

Coating Allows Homeowners to Enjoy Optimal Energy Efficiency with Clear Views

First Significant Improvement to the Spring Floor in 25 Years

Unique Motorized Locks Backed by Innovative SmartKey Technology Controlled Using Web and Mobile Phones

BASF Styrodur Approved for Use Under Foundation Slabs

Rautaruukki Strengthens Nordic Steel Position With Purchase of Skalles Eiendomsselskap

Dow Building Joins Coalition Urging a Support Package for the Housing Industry

Black and Decker Previews Wireless and Remote Access Control Solutions at 2009 CES

Everything There is to Know About Researching, Choosing and Installing a Concrete Driveway

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