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Natural Modular Energy Efficient Ventilation System for Pitched Roofs

Researchers at the Universitat Jaume I of Castellón have developed a modular ventilation system for pitched roofs that solves the problem of heat accumulation by solar radiation under the roofs without the need for refrigeration.

29 Jan 2015

New Report Analyzes Worldwide Markets for Green Building Materials

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Green Building Materials in US$ Million. Global market for Green Building Materials is analyzed by the following Material Types: Insulation, Exterior Siding, Framing, Roofing, Interior Finishing, and Others.

29 Jan 2015

KCM Group Begins Construction on Urban Discovery Academy in San Diego

KCM Group, a full-service construction management and consulting firm, announced today that construction is underway on the Urban Discovery Academy. The K-8 public charter school will be permanently located at Silo-Makers Quarter in the heart of San Diego’s East Village neighborhood.

29 Jan 2015

Hyatt Enters Agreement with M+S for Andaz Hotel in Singapore

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with M+S Pte. Ltd for an Andaz hotel in Singapore’s up-and-coming Ophir-Rochor district. Expected to open in 2017 in the DUO development, Andaz Singapore will be the brand’s first hotel in Southeast Asia’s gateway city.

29 Jan 2015

In-Depth Study on the Current State of the Global PVC Floor Industry

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global PVC Floor Industry Report 2015" report to their offering.

29 Jan 2015

Novus Awards Jacob Contract for Project to Expand Methionine Manufacturing Capacity

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. announced today that it was awarded a contract by Novus International, Inc. (“Novus”) to provide technology integration, front-end engineering, design, procurement, and construction services for a project to expand Novus’s manufacturing capacity for ALIMET® feed supplement, a methionine source for poultry and livestock feed.

28 Jan 2015

Marvin Windows and Doors' Next Generation Ultimate Double Hung Wins Best of IBS Award

The Next Generation Ultimate Double Hung from Marvin Windows and Doors was selected at the 2015 International Builders' Show (IBS) as the winner of the prestigious Best of IBS Award, given by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

28 Jan 2015

Lennar Homes Opens New Country Club Golf Course and Resort-Style Amenity Center

Over the weekend, Lennar Homes commemorated two milestones in the luxurious ChampionsGate golf community with the opening of its new Country Club Golf Course and resort-style amenity center, The OASIS Club.

28 Jan 2015

Stone Energy Awards Technip Flexible Pipe Supply and Installation Contracts for Amethyst Field

Technip has been awarded by Stone Energy Corporation both a flexible pipe supply contract and an installation contract for the Amethyst field, located on Mississippi Canyon 26, in the Gulf of Mexico.

28 Jan 2015

Balfour Beatty Completes $76.2 Million Luxury High-Rise Residential Building in Los Angeles

Balfour Beatty Construction’s Southwest Division announces the completion of the $76.2 million, 22-story “Sunset and Gordon” luxury high-rise residential apartment building in Los Angeles. Built for real estate and infrastructure investment firm CIM Group, Balfour Beatty performed the design-assist project leveraging its cast-in-place, technology and market expertise to lower the project’s total cost from $98 million to $76.2 million.

From Balfour Beatty 28 Jan 2015

Global Strategic Business Report on Construction Equipment Market

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Construction Equipment - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering.

28 Jan 2015

AHR Expo: Trane to Showcase Intelligent Buildings and Design

Trane, a leading global provider of indoor comfort systems and services and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, will showcase its new products and services at the AHR Expo in Chicago from Jan. 26-28, that help increase energy efficiency, lower operating costs and address the sustainability needs of building owners and operators.

27 Jan 2015

Saudi Arabia Cement Market Forecast to Grow at 5.14% CAGR

Cement is the most essential raw material for the construction industry. For a rapidly growing country like Saudi Arabia, huge investments in infrastructure by the government is boosting the demand for cement. Saudi Arabia, the largest economy in the Middle East, is focusing on diversifying the economy to non-oil sectors. Therefore, the government is emphasizing on investment in various construction projects, mainly power and transportation.

27 Jan 2015

Maibec Completes Acquisition of Masardis Maine Lumber Mill

Maibec Inc. of Levis, Quebec and Fraser Timber LLC concluded today Maibec's purchase of the assets of the Masardis Maine lumber mill. The mill employs approximately 135 people and can produce over 100 million board feet of softwood lumber annually, which is sold in the U.S.

27 Jan 2015

Mirage Launches Flair Hardwood Flooring Collection with Ultra Low Gloss Look

Mirage, the hardwood flooring brand renowned for quality, is proud to announce the launch of the new Flair collection with an ultra low gloss look, rich natural character marks and color variations, and a highly resistant finish.

27 Jan 2015