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Sekisui Chemical Leverages Aconex Platform for CPVC Plant Construction in Thailand

Aconex Limited, provider of a leading cloud collaboration platform for the global construction industry, announced today that Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd. has deployed the Aconex platform to manage project information and processes in the construction of a US$50-million chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) plant in Thailand.

19 Aug 2015

The BP Group Sets Up Integrated Building Technologies Division to Increase Sustainability

Leader in the green building space, The BP Group, has announced the Integrated Building Technologies division to serve real estate owners and managers in their mission to increase sustainability, and asset optimization.

19 Aug 2015

Comprehensive Report of Global High Performance Insulation Materials Market

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "High Performance Insulation Materials Market by Type (Aerogel, Ceramic Fiber, Glass Bubble, and Others) and by Application (Oil & Gas, Construction, Automotive, Paints & Coatings, Industrial, and Others) - Global Trends & Forecasts to 2020" report to their offering.

19 Aug 2015

Moon River Studios Receives Construction Permit from Effingham County

FONU2, Inc. ("FONU2") announced today that Effingham County has approved Moon River Studios' initial permit request to begin construction of the entrance, roads, and water lines for the film production studio facility.

19 Aug 2015

Complete Analysis of UK Construction Activity in FDMP Sector

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Construction activity in the Food & Drink Manufacturing & Processing Industry Market Report - UK 2015-2019 Analysis" report to their offering.

18 Aug 2015

Zuli and Research Frontiers Launch Zuli Smartplug for Sustainable Smart Home Design

Today at a Terrace Talk titled "Sustainable Green Building Design using SPD-SmartGlass and Intelligent Adaptive Control Systems" presented underneath the largest smartglass roof in the world at the USA Pavilion at Expo Milano 2015, Research Frontiers CEO Joseph M. Harary and Zuli, Inc. CEO Taylor Umphreys showed the latest development in efficient sustainable smart home design.

18 Aug 2015

Isolux Corsan Receives Contract to Construct Viaduct Madame Lynch in Paraguay

The Ministry of Public Works and Communications of Paraguay has awarded Isolux Corsan the construction of the viaduct linking the intersection of Av. Madame Lynch and Av. Aviadores del Chaco in Asuncion. The project will have a deadline for completion of one year and a budget of over 21 million euros.

18 Aug 2015

AZEK's Vintage Collection Achieves Class "A" Flame Spread Index Rating

Introduced in January 2015 as the game-changer in decking, the AZEK Deck Vintage Collection has reinvented decking yet again. Along with redefining the beauty and aesthetics of capped PVC decking, AZEK's Vintage Collection has now achieved a Class "A" Flame Spread Index.

18 Aug 2015

UMHS Tests Sound Acoustic Panels Designed to Reduce Hospital Noise

One of the most common complaints about hospitals is the noise. Patients complain that they can't sleep soundly in the environment of multiple monitors, paging systems, wheelchairs and gurneys, and carts that squeak.

18 Aug 2015

New Eco-Friendly Glass Paint Reflects Sunlight off Metal Surfaces and Other Structures

Sunlight can be brutal. It wears down even the strongest structures, including rooftops and naval ships, and it heats up metal slides and bleachers until they're too hot to use.

18 Aug 2015

Beacon Roofing Supply Obtains Prompt Early Termination of HSR Waiting Period for Roofing Supply Group Acquisition

Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc. announced today that it has received early termination of the waiting period required under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended, in connection with its acquisition of Roofing Supply Group.

17 Aug 2015

Washington Trust Provides Financing to Main Street Homes-Storrs for Construction of 42 New Condominium Units in Storrs, CT

Washington Trust's Commercial Real Estate Group recently provided a $6 million line of credit to Main Street Homes-Storrs, LLC for the construction of 42 condominium units in Storrs, CT.

17 Aug 2015

Johnson Controls Plans to Expand Manufacturing Footprint in Northeastern China

Johnson Controls plans to build a new automotive battery manufacturing facility in the city of Shenyang in northeastern China as it continues to invest in the world's largest new vehicle market.

17 Aug 2015

View Expands Dynamic Glass Market by Raising $150 Million in Equity Funding

View®, the leader in dynamic glass, today announced it has raised $150 million in equity funding to finance manufacturing expansion and company growth. Participants in this round included new investor NZ Super Fund, existing investors Corning Incorporated, Madrone Capital Partners and others, and leading real estate investors.

14 Aug 2015

New Model Homes Under Construction at William Lyon Homes' Nexus

Excitement is quickly spreading in Eastvale where gorgeous new model homes are now under construction at Nexus, William Lyon Homes' brand-new neighborhood in dynamic Eastvale. Eager homebuyers are keeping a close watch on the progress of the upcoming, professionally decorated models, greatly anticipating their first chance to tour this contemporary townhome collection with its central Eastvale location brimming with great shops, restaurants, fitness centers and a variety of entertainment all within walking distance.

14 Aug 2015