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Conference on Tall Buildings - 9-10 July 2007, Shaghai, China

The conference on Tall Buildings will be organised by Marcus Evans and the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) and co-sponsored by CIB and will take place in Shanghai, China on 9-10 July 2007. It will...

26 Apr 2007

Premium Garage Cabinets and Storage Systems Introduced by Luxery Brand Vault

Vault®, the premier luxury brand for the complete garage experience, announces a new collection of custom cabinets for the garage. The made-to-order line, called the Designer Series, allows Vault to reach a broader range...

26 Apr 2007

AJs Designing Tall Buildings Event

Most of the UK’s larger cities are currently planning a tower, and London is definitely leading this trend - tall buildings seem to be enjoying a popularity unlike anything seen previously in the UK. However, there is ra...

26 Apr 2007

Usual Build Time Cut By 30% Due To Celcon Aircrete Blocks

A first-time user of Celcon aircrete blocks has cut his usual build time by 30%, as well as requiring less manpower, for a development of nine flats in Derby. The three-storey block has three flats on each floor...

24 Apr 2007

The New Quality Mark for Door Repair & Hardware Federation

Standards of repair and maintenance of metal doors and shutters are set to rise significantly following the launch of the Door & Hardware Federation Quality Mark. The new Quality Mark is only awarded to door compa...

24 Apr 2007

Award for Sustainable Construction Given To Wilson James by WRAP

Wilson James has been recognised for its work to make construction more sustainable by winning the WRAP (Waste & Resources Action Programme) Award for Sustainable Construction at the Building Awards. Through thei...

24 Apr 2007

NAHB Host Semi-Annual Construction Forecast Conference

Major Concerns over Housing Market Covered at this Spring's Conference NAHB will be hosting its Semi-Annual Construction Forecast Conference at the National Housing Center on Thursday, April 26, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 ...

24 Apr 2007

Gutter Genius Secures National Distribution With Do It Best Corporation

Richmond, Virginia based gutter protection company Gutter Genius LLC has secured national distribution with Do It Best Corporation and its network of more than 4,100 independent store members across the United States. ...

24 Apr 2007

Leisure Wood Give Tips To Homeowners For Spring Yard Renovations

With weekend warriors anxious to start sprucing up their yards in anticipation of the summer season, Leisure Woods, manufacturer of screened gazebos, provides advice to homeowners so that they don't do damage to their ya...

24 Apr 2007

Franklin International Unveils the New GREENchoice Line

The adhesives manufacturer that developed the first eco-friendly construction adhesive two decades ago now proudly introduces the construction industry's most complete line of solvent-free adhesives with the launch of it...

24 Apr 2007

Volunteers Nationwide Team with Rebuilding Together to Repair Homes

Saturday, April 28, 2007 marks Rebuilding Together's annual signature event, National Rebuilding Day, when tens of thousands of volunteers across the country will team up with Rebuilding Together's affiliates to ...

24 Apr 2007

Win-Win Situation to Property Owners When They Install Window Film-Keeping Things GREEN

Thanks to Al Gore, everyone is talking GREEN. "Because of the uproar over Global Warming and its affects on our planet, people are recycling, buying energy efficient appliances and purchasing hybrid autos," ...

24 Apr 2007

Schawk Announce Its Commitment to Environmental Sustainability

Schawk, Inc, one of the world's leading providers of digital brand image management solutions to the consumer products packaging industry, announced today its commitment to environmental sustainability. The Company has a...

24 Apr 2007

Architect Submits Plans for £27 Million Fully Sustainable 21st Century Building

Plans for an iconic, energy efficient building, celebrating the pioneering spirit of the founding fathers of aviation, are through to the final stages of the Big Lottery Living Landmarks application. The final submission...

23 Apr 2007

Miller Homes Scoop the Industry Best Title

Miller Homes has scooped the industry's top title, beating every leading housebuilder in the country to steal the highly coveted "Housebuilder of the Year" crown. The award was judged by top industry professionals an...

23 Apr 2007