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PBSJ Signs Merger Agreement with Design Firm Atkins

The PBSJ Corporation (PBSJ) announced today that it has entered into a definitive merger agreement by which WS Atkins plc, the world's 11th largest design firm, will acquire PBSJ in an all-cash transaction for $17.137 per share of PBSJ.

3 Aug 2010

Starwood's Element Hotels Achieves LEED Volume Pre-Certification for Prototype Design

Eco-chic boutique Element Hotels, which is the first major hotel brand to mandate that all its properties pursue USGBC’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification, has achieved LEED Volume Pre-certification from USGBC for its prototype design which will automatically qualify new build hotels to pursue LEED designation.

3 Aug 2010

Traco Becomes Part of Alcoa Building and Construction Systems

Alcoa announced today it has completed the acquisition of privately held Traco, a premier maker of windows and doors for the commercial building and construction market. Traco is now part of Alcoa’s global Building and Construction Systems business.

3 Aug 2010

LEED Certification Awarded to Glass House in Dallas

Wood Partners, L.L.C., one of the nation's largest multifamily developers, is proud to announce that it received a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) for its Dallas Glass House multifamily high-rise development.

3 Aug 2010

HDA Continues to Sign Up for Builder's Advantage Program

HDA, Inc., a premier home plan provider and publisher, is excited to announce that they are continuing to expand their builder network by signing up new builders for the Builder's Advantage Program that is featured o...

3 Aug 2010

Overview on Technological Trends in Building Automation Systems Industry

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/dc7490/building_automatio) has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report "Building Automation Systems: The Future Role of Open P...

3 Aug 2010

Enel Green, Sharp and STMicroelectronics Partner for Photovoltaic Project in Italy

Today, Enel Green Power, Sharp and STMicroelectronics have signed a binding letter of commitment for a project financing agreement for 150 million euros for the development of what will be Italy's biggest photovoltai...

3 Aug 2010

WallFoam 183M Insulation from Gaco Passes ICC-ES Flammability Test

Gaco Western announces that its WallFoam 183M now meets the flammability test criteria for attics and crawl spaces set by the International Code Council Evaluation Services (ICC-ES).

3 Aug 2010

Mold Armor Building Materials Can Restore Beauty of Homes

This summer’s extreme temperatures, extensive flooding, and oppressive humidity increase the chance that homeowners across the country will experience mold and mildew growth. Mold Armor® provides a powerful lin...

3 Aug 2010

Watpac Specialty Services Wins New Construction Projects

Watpac’s Specialty Services division has drawn on its design and construction strengths to win almost $44 million worth of unique projects in recent months. The division is renowned for its high-quality refurbis...

2 Aug 2010

Deltron to Provide Eco-Friendly Polyurethane Foam Insulation for Commercial Buildings

Deltron, Inc. (OTCBB:DTRO) has identified an opportunity to provide energy efficient polyurethane foam insulation for residential and commercial buildings. Improving energy efficiency is a major priority for homeowne...

2 Aug 2010

Atlas Copco to Expand Production Units in Sweden and Germany

The plan includes expansion of the manufacturing units in Wardenburg, Germany and Karlskrona, Sweden, while the factory in Lingen, Germany would be closed down, affecting 170 people. Sales, service and marketing of Atlas...

2 Aug 2010

Market Research Report on China's Concrete Machinery Industry

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/3d5908/china_concrete_mac) has announced the addition of the "China Concrete Machinery Market Report, 2009-2012" report to their offering. Th...

2 Aug 2010

MBM Solar to Construct Polysilicon Plant in UAE

MBM Holdings has announced the formation of MBM Solar Holding Inc., which will build a 2500MT/a solar-grade polysilicon plant in the UAE.

2 Aug 2010

SET Establishes Two New Business Ventures

SET Enterprises, Inc. a leading provider of steel processing services with operations in Michigan, Indiana and Illinois, announces the opening of two new business ventures, SET Duct Manufacturing, Inc. and SET Constructi...

2 Aug 2010