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Blitz on Construction Waste could mean Cash Savings for Construction Companies

A blitz on construction waste across East and South East England could mean cash savings for construction companies, as well as preventing thousands of tonnes of material being land-filled each year. CoRE - the Const...

24 Jul 2006

Cool Outdoor Areas with the Misting System

No longer just at theme parks, misting systems and fog effects are being installed on residential patios and in landscaping. A misting system -- or evaporative cooling -- is the most efficient way to cool outdoor are...

21 Jul 2006

Construction Company Fined for Causing Damage to Salt Marsh Habitat

WEB Construction Limited pleaded guilty at Cullompton Magistrates’ Court to an offence of intentionally damaging part of the Exe Estuary SSSI during the construction of an office at Odham’s Wharf, Topsham. ...

21 Jul 2006

Take the Guesswork out of Getting the Perfect Wood Finish

With the popularity of shabby chic and the booming “do-it-yourself” category, there are more crafters and homeowners than ever struggling with the intimidating task of finishing – for fear of ruining that perfect flea ma...

21 Jul 2006

Swisstrax Announce New Sponsorship and Clientele Additions

Swisstrax Inc., supplier of advanced interlocking floor tiles and garage floor products continues its growth and is proud to have provided their top quality product to the following clientele. They have recently...

21 Jul 2006

New Guide Published by the DHF

The definitive guide to Approved Document M of the Building Regulations for the door and hardware industry has just been published by the Door & Hardware Federation (DHF). It is intended to cut though any confusio...

20 Jul 2006

North America's Tallest Building in Chicago to be Built by Irish Developer

Garrett Kelleher, executive chairman of Shelbourne Development Ltd & the Shelbourne Group has acquired the land and will fund the development of 400 North Lake Shore Drive. The city has already granted zoning approva...

20 Jul 2006

Concrete Network Offer a Free Catalog for Concrete Bathroom Products

The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for residential concrete information on the web, offers a free downloadable catalog for homeowners, designers, and builders. Concrete Bathroom Products prov...

20 Jul 2006

Government Plans Introduction of Energy Performance Certificates

The Government today announced plans for the introduction of Energy Performance Certificates as part of the phased roll-out of Home Information Packs to help consumers cut costs and waste when buying a home and help the ...

20 Jul 2006

Anti Slip Solution for Coast Guard Ships

The Martinson-Nicholls Company for years has been a consultant and material supplier in the area of pressure sensitive, anti slip tapes. Their expertise was again tested solving a problem for the U.S. Coast Guard. Th...

19 Jul 2006

United-Built Home-Builders are Keeping Prices in Check Despite Rising Cost in Home Building

Even before Hurricane Katrina and Rita ripped through communities along the Gulf Coast in August and September 2005, building materials were in short supply. Construction industry experts say residential construction cos...

19 Jul 2006

Attention to Building Envelope will Minimize Hurricane Damage

The six-month hurricane season is well underway and how your home weathers the onslaught will depend in large measure on how well your building envelope performs. Building envelopes (walls and roof) that remain intact du...

19 Jul 2006

Cherokee Supply Acquired by CMC

Commercial Metals Company (NYSE: CMC), headquartered in Irving, Texas, announced today the acquisition of substantially all of the operating assets of Cherokee Supply. Established in 1998 with facilities in Tulsa, Oklaho...

19 Jul 2006

Scientists Develop Tool to Help Restore Fresco Paintings

When Florence was hit by disastrous floods in 1966, art conservation experts rushed to the city to save as many priceless pieces of art as they could. Now Florentine scientists have developed a tool to help restorers pre...

18 Jul 2006

Free How to Install Stair Treads Guide Online Offered by Disount FloorMat Store

Not long ago, commercial grade stair tread products were only available to contractors and usually installed in commercial buildings or buildings with high traffic use, such as schools, public and government office build...

18 Jul 2006