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New York Merchants Protective Co Selected for Fire Alarm Monitoring at New York City Buildings

New York Merchants Protective Co. extended its reach to New York City government agencies today when it announced a new five-year agreement with the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS). Under the new contract, NYMPC will be the exclusive provider of Fire Alarm Monitoring and maintenance for system signaling and transmission services for dozens of DCAS buildings through 2013. DCAS currently operates city buildings throughout the five boroughs of New York City.

3 Mar 2008

Continuing Education and Training for Landscape Curbing Contractors

TYGAR Manufacturing, LLC, the leading manufacturer of turnkey decorative curbing equipment for the landscape curbing industry, continues to support the growth and success of the curbing market by offering advanced traini...

3 Mar 2008

Bayer Ranked in Top 10 Building Energy Efficiency Enterprises

In recognition of its contribution and leadership in providing innovative and energy-efficient solutions to the construction industry, BaySystems® was recently honored with the “Top 10 Building Energy Efficienc...

29 Feb 2008

Occupational Health and Safety Day for Construction Workers

Work related ill health risks may not be as obvious or immediate as safety risks but can cause irreversible disabling conditions. HSE is running two events (am/pm) on the 12th of March for those who would like t...

29 Feb 2008

Death Star Skyscraper to Rise Over Baku, Azerbaijan Skyline

Korean based architectural firm Heerim Architects & Planners is set to dominate the skyline of Baku in Azerbaijan with a 521 foot high waterfront skyscraper that closely resembles the Death Star from Star Wars movie fame.

29 Feb 2008

Leading Supplier of Open Web Steel Joists Finds New Owner

Samuel Manu-Tech Inc. today announced that it has acquired the assets and all business operations of Omega Joists Inc. ("Omega"). The company is a recognized leader in the design, engineering, manufacturing and...

29 Feb 2008

Eco Towns Expected to be Developed Across England

The Government is due to publish its shortlist of eco-town schemes for consultation shortly, following a cross-Government review. The expectation is that ten such new settlements will be developed, across the English reg...

28 Feb 2008

Levees and Bridges Among Topics to be Discussed at Materials for Infrastructure Symposium

Levees and bridges are among the topics to be discussed in the symposium “Materials for Infrastructure: Building Bridges in the Global Community” to be held at the TMS 2008 Annual Meeting & Exhibition, Ma...

28 Feb 2008

Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP) to Help Construction Industry Comply with Legislation

WRAP (Waste & Resources Action Programme) has today (26 February 2008) launched a Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP) template to help the construction industry comply with legislation coming into force in April, which...

28 Feb 2008

Floating World Wins Competition for Britain’s Largest Eco-Regeneration Scheme

Adam Khan Architects has won a RIBA design competition to work on the ‘jewel in the crown’ of Britain’s largest eco-regeneration scheme

28 Feb 2008

Antisocial Behaviour May Grab Headlines, But Communities are Alive and Well

Anti-social behaviour and reports of a breakdown in community relations may often grab the headlines, but recent research by Bryant Homes suggests that Brits really do still love their neighbours. The survey by Bryant...

28 Feb 2008

Water Storage Facility to be Powered by Solar Cells

Honeywell today announced that the City of Hillsboro, Ore., has awarded the company a solar project that is expected to cut the city's energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions. Under the agreement, Honeywell will in...

28 Feb 2008

All New UK Homes to Have Green Rating as Part of Code for Sustainable Homes

The Government's drive towards zero carbon housing took a major step forward today with the announcement that all new homes are to be rated on their green credentials from 1 May. A rating against the Code for Sustain...

28 Feb 2008

Insulated Siding Reduces Energy Use and Saves Money

Independent tests find that insulated siding offers an average system R-value of 3.96 (more than three times the system R-value of other popular home claddings), a number which can translate into reduced energy consumption of up to 20%. Insulated siding is home siding that includes a rigid foam insulation, fused behind the exterior surface of the siding panel. Because the insulation is contoured to fill the gap between the siding and your home, insulated siding delivers maximum energy efficiency, along with durability, low maintenance and lasting beauty

27 Feb 2008

Global Prefabricated Housing Market to Exceed 836 Thousand Units by 2010

Global prefabricated housing shipments are projected to exceed 836 thousand units by the year 2010. United States and Japan continue to be the major prefabricated housing markets globally during the period 2001-2010. Uni...

27 Feb 2008