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FireSpray’s Ducting System to Replace Horizontal Shaft Wall in Helios Project

A new exhaust ductwork system for a lab in Berkeley’s Helios Energy Research facility at the University of California has been rendered by Firespray International. This will help to tackle an issue encountered while constructing a 113,000 square-foot building in Berkeley.

23 Feb 2012

House of Architects in Stuttgart Renovated Using Sunglasses

The House of Architects located in Stuttgart is a building culture forum and is the Chamber of Architects’ headquarters in Baden-Württemberg. The entire glazed foyer has been modified. Some leaky panes formed fog in the glass through condensation. Constant maintenance is needed for the sun blinds.

22 Feb 2012

AANDC Provides Investment for Elementary School Construction

The Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC) has provided investments amounting to $14 million for the construction of an elementary school at the Cree community of Chisasibi.

21 Feb 2012

Floor and Decor Expands to Three Store Locations in Houston

US based flooring designer and provider, Floor and Decor has increased the number of its outlets in Houston metro area to three.

17 Feb 2012

Concrete Show India 2012 to be Held in Mumbai

Concrete Show India 2012 will be conducted from February 23 to 25, 2012 at the MMRDA Ground, Bandra Kurla Complex in Mumbai, India.

14 Feb 2012

Floor and Decor Opens New Design Center in Glendale, Arizona

Floor and Décor’s Phoenix tile stores have been recently expanded. The new Design Center situated inside the Arizona Flooring Superstore is the newest milestone. Following this expansion achievement, extensive flooring selections will be available to customers.

14 Feb 2012

Bonterra Builders Proceed with New Home Constructions at Walnut Creek

The construction of new homes at Walnut Creek has been initiated by Bonterra Builders. This Lancaster County community was previously known as Edenmoor.

13 Feb 2012

Research on Global Revenues for Commercial Building Automation Systems

Automation systems form a critical part of energy management. Almost 23% of electricity has been utilized by commercial buildings globally. At present, the market for commercial building automation systems is undergoing revolutionary change regarding utility and technology.

9 Feb 2012

Hyatt Hotels and Resorts Announces Opening of LEED Certified Hotel Building

Hyatt Hotels and Resorts, along with Southern States Management has declared the inaugural ceremony marking the opening of Hyatt Place Raleigh West/RBC Center, distinguished as one of the premier LEED certified hotel buildings in the Raleigh region.

9 Feb 2012

Owens Corning Roofing Launches TruDefinition Duration Series Shingles

Owens Corning Roofing & Asphalt, known for its consistent service in offering contemporary building materials technology, has launched its custom-made shingles, fabricated to extend the lifetime of roofs and offering excellent durability.

3 Feb 2012