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Robots Set to Transform Housework

In the future we will all have a completely new type of partner, one who really will lend a helping hand when it comes to the housework.
According to statistics from the International Federation of Robotics, the number of robots diligently completing chores in private households worldwide will have increased from two million in 2004 to nine million by the end of 2008

27 May 2008

Expolitation of Physical Effect Expected to Give New Generation, High Efficiency but Cheap Solar Cells

Researchers at TU Delft and the FOM Foundation for Fundamental Research on Matter have found irrefutable proof that the so-called avalanche effect by electrons occurs in specific, very small semiconducting crystals. This...

27 May 2008

Family Friendly Employer Award Goes to Construction Company

W. L. Butler Construction, Inc., a general contractor specializing in superior quality automotive and retail projects, industrial buildings, commercial shells and tenant improvements, was the proud recipient of the Famil...

26 May 2008

New Green Coolant Reduces Energy Costs by up to 20% in Most Air Conditioners or Refrigeration Systems

Mayan Metzler and Yoel Piotraut, owners of MyHome LLC, have introduced their newest product today as part of their ongoing efforts to make New York City green. The product, called IceCOLD, a non-toxic coolant for common ...

26 May 2008

Bright a Blind Supplies Solar Shading System for HSBC Highrise Building

The iconic Canary Wharf World HQ of HSBC has been fitted with an advanced shading system for the top floor boardroom and presentation suites by Bright A Blind, the blind management company. The company has installed an elegant solar shading system to make the room attractive, comfortable and efficient

26 May 2008

Cutting Edge Condo Development

Innovative properties in the cutting-edge east downtown redevelopment are available this weekend, long before ground is broken on the first highrise condominiums for the area approved by council only last month. The o...

26 May 2008

Construction Waste Recycling Given Boost by WRAP Grant

Recycling businesses working to divert construction industry waste from landfill are being offered the opportunity to boost reprocessing capacity by applying for funding though the new capital grant programme launched by...

26 May 2008

Technicians Close to Completing State of the Art Building Ductwork on Nanotechnology Facility

Technicians from Senior Hargreaves are close to completing the installation of environment and process ventilation ductwork systems at Southampton University's £55 million Mountbatten Building. The new building...

26 May 2008

Central Gas System for Master Planned Community

HBH Gas Systems has announced plans to develop a Central Gas System for implementation at the Hill Country Harbor development on Possum Kingdom Lake, just west of Fort Worth, Texas. The developers of this upscale community knew their owners would expect the comfort and convenience of gas fuel in their homes, but the development's rustic lakeside setting is too far from the natural gas grid for main line extensions to be economically viable

23 May 2008

Using Garage Doors to Increase Housing Values

Remodeling projects that help enhance a home's value are a priority for homeowners, particularly in today's highly competitive housing market. When considering an improvement, especially with an eye towards re...

23 May 2008

Guest Room Renovation Just Completed in Time for Summer Season

Campbell's Resort on Lake Chelan has just completed a major, $3-million renovation of its guest rooms in the newest transformation of this historic destination resort. The renovation took more than a year to complete...

23 May 2008

Drought Protection Tips for Lawns

Ninety-one million Americans will
spend at least part of the upcoming Memorial Day weekend working in their
yards, according to the National Gardening Association, and it's a crucial
time for homeowners to prepare their lawns for the hot, dry summer
conditions ahead

23 May 2008

Very Green, Ultra High Efficiency, Solar Powered, Solar Heated, Non Wood Constructed, Concrete, Steel and Structurally Fireproof Homes

Blue Ocean Homes Development & Konstantine Enterprise, Inc has completed the first of two very green, ultra-high efficient, solar powered, solar heated, non-wood constructed, concrete, steel and structurally fireproo...

23 May 2008

Expert Speakers to Present at Hardwood Flooring Summit

At The Hardwood Flooring Summit, more than forty leading experts on hardwood flooring will openly share their expertise and unbiased advice to members of the flooring industry. This educational conference will take place August 14th through 17th in Atlanta

23 May 2008

Sustainable Development of Kraft Building Recognised

ProLogis, the world's largest owner, manager and developer of distribution facilities, and Kraft Foods, one of the world's largest food and beverage companies, announced today that an 800,000-square-foot building...

22 May 2008