US-based concrete contractor Jan Gruen Concrete is offering new design options for concrete, which is commonly perceived as a sturdy and durable material but at the same time dull and boring.
By Joel Scanlon
21 Jun 2012
The urban development division of Toll Brothers, Toll Brothers City Living and global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group that they have been chosen by the Board of Directors of Brooklyn Bridge Park to develop and construct a condominium with 159 residences under the Toll Brothers City Living Brand next to the Pier 1 in Brooklyn Bridge Park. The site will also contain a hotel with 200 rooms under the Starwood Capital 1 Hotel brand.
By Joel Scanlon
21 Jun 2012
A consortium consisting of HOCHTIEF PPP Solutions North America a subsidiary of HOCHTIEF Solutions and infrastructure fund Meridiam will be involved in the planning, construction and operation and partially fund the EUR 800 million public private partnership for a period of 33.5 years. On the concession company called Golden Link Concessionaire HOCHTIEF will have a 50% stake.
By Will Soutter
21 Jun 2012
DOW POWERHOUSE has successfully installed their DOW POWERHOUSE Solar Shingle roof system for a family in San Antonio.
By Will Soutter
21 Jun 2012
US based AFL-CIO Housing Investment Trust will invest $4.2 million for the rehabilitation and upgrading of affordable housing at Yorkdale Terrace Townhomes, Edina, Minnesota.
By Nick Gilbert
21 Jun 2012
DeckWise has added a new variety of tiles called hardwood deck tiles to its product line as part its initiative to expand the company’s product line by introducing new commodities other than those traditionally produced by the company.
By Nick Gilbert
21 Jun 2012
Concrete Show South America, part of UBM's global concrete portfolio, has built a new indoor area to meet the demands of a growing industry. The event is specifically conducted for concrete and civil construction industry in Latin America.
By Nick Gilbert
20 Jun 2012
NanoSteel, a creator of progressive generations of iron-based alloys ranging from surface coatings to monolithic steel, has developed three new classes of advanced high-strength steel (AHSS) materials for automotive applications.
By Nick Gilbert
20 Jun 2012
The Curry Subaru-Hyundai in Cortlandt Manor has inaugurated the first ‘Green’ Automobile Dealership in New York City. The grand opening ceremony of the LEED-registered dealership was attended by more than 150 guests.
By Joel Scanlon
20 Jun 2012
Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction Company, a subsidiary of Sterling Construction Company, has received five Best of State Awards for Heavy Construction, Sculpture and Digital Art, Structural Engineering and Best of State Statue (BOSS) categories.
By Will Soutter
20 Jun 2012
Lauren Engineers & Constructors (LEC) was recently chosen by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) for the Excellence in Construction Award, a highly competitive award that is presented every year to certain projects that focus on quality, safety and project innovation.
By Will Soutter
20 Jun 2012
The contract to design and fit-out a 1700-strong engineering hub in Chiswick Park, London for Aker Solutions has been secured by Peldon Rose Workplace Consultants. This is one of the largest contracts given to the UK and it will cover the entire Building 6 at Chiswick Park.
By Nick Gilbert
20 Jun 2012
Greenwood Energy has signed a $50 million commitment with Better Buildings Challenge organized by the Department of Energy. The Better Buildings Challenge matches with retailers, large-scale property owners and universities. A total of $2 billion has been signed by the U.S. Department of Energy towards the Better Buildings Challenge project.
By Nick Gilbert
20 Jun 2012
FlyAshDirect and BASF have jointly developed a new chemical solution to treat powder activated carbon (PAC) tainted fly ashes in order to make them usable for concrete applications.
By Nick Gilbert
20 Jun 2012
Rabine Group has completed the final stage of construction of the Roofing Design Center at its headquarters. This aspect allows Roofing Solutions America, Rabine Group’s company, to educate its partners and the industry on different roof types. A walk path that can be easily accessed enables viewers to examine the different roof technologies.
By Nick Gilbert
19 Jun 2012