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November 17, 2006

Empire Property Group and Pioneer Point at Ilford Sets its Sights on the 2012 London Olympics

UK based real estate developer Empire Property Group breaks ground on its most ambitious construction and development project in the Greater London area. The redevelopment of the existing Pioneer Market and the creation of a new iconic residential building for Ilford will be a significant addition to the striking series of architectural projects being developed by the City for the Olympic Games of 2012.

Ilford, London (PRWEB) November 17, 2006 -- The 1972 Olympic Gold Medallist for the Pentathlon Mary Peters is quoted as saying, "Standing on an Olympic Games victor's podium has no greater moment of sporting glory. London will be the inspiration for others to achieve that dream and to share it with people everywhere."

"So too will Pioneer Point be a source of glory for London when Empire Property Group completes it's most ambitious project in the heart of the UK," states Tom O'Donnell of Empire Property Group International. EPGi's Chairman Hayden Chittell continues, "The redevelopment of the existing Pioneer Market and the creation of a new iconic residential building for Ilford will be a significant addition to the striking series of architectural projects being developed by the City for the Olympic Games of 2012."

Pioneer Point will be a new state-of-the-art landmark building in close proximity to the centre of London. With 279 modern apartments featuring contemporary Italian interiors, high quality finishes and stunning views across London, Pioneer Point is sure to attract people from all over the country seeking an exciting real estate investment opportunity.

In addition, Pioneer Point will also include 27 affordable housing units for Key workers finished to the same high standard as the rest of the units. "It is important to us to enable everyone, regardless of socio-economic status, to be able to live in such a wonderful new development," says Tom O'Donnell. With multiple public transport links, including City and central London accessible within fifteen minutes by tube, Canary Wharf within ten minutes, and two minutes walking distance from the new proposed East London transit system. Pioneer Point is very well situated to offer convenient and contemporary living in proximity to the main centers of London life as well as centrally positioned for the Olympics, the City and Docklands Financial Centers.

The project will also include a new 17,000 square foot, speciality arts and crafts market with retailers and artisans reflecting the ethnic diversity of Ilford. Over 28,000 square feet will be dedicated to shopping and amenities that will provide services for residents of the building and for the greater Ilford area. Most importantly, a 27,000 square foot NHS medical centre will provide health care facilities and services for the whole of Redbridge Local Authority.

Hayden Chittell, Empire's Chairman also noted that "significant transport, road and environmental improvements are being planned in conjunction with the Local Authority and delivery is being designed to coincide with and stimulate the regeneration of Ilford and Red Bridge." Pioneer Point's location is in close proximity to the new Olympic sites for London 2012 and the Thames gateway redevelopment.

Empire Property Group International is an innovative, design-led, development company, whose range of activities comprise, residential, commercial and retail development. The company was created, out of a desire on the part of the founding directors, to bring 'best practice' in terms of architecture and design to the overall development and construction process. Creative architecture and construction is the guiding principle informing the entire range of EPGi's development output and 'quality' is its benchmark.

Empire Property Group International believes that all 'urban land' is a precious resource, and it is vital that best-use is made of such assets -- in the interest of the entire community, and in preservation of green-field land. The 'built environment' impacts upon all our lives -- whether as occupants, users or observers, and the company endeavours in every way to respect that fact.

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Classic Stone Pavers to Soar to New Heights

ADB Global Trade's acquisition of Classic Stone Pavers promises to keep its customers supplied with the finest natural stone products in the Midwest and Canada.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) November 17, 2006 -- ADB Global Trade, an Illinois based LLC that has an office in the capital of Turkey, Ankara, has acquired Classic Stone Pavers, in a move that will supplement Classic's exquisite portfolio of natural stones from only the finest quarries and factories around the globe.

"We're very excited about our involvement in Classic Stone Pavers, which has a reputation for outstanding customer service," says Api Dogan of ADB Global Trade. "We want to welcome Classic Stone Pavers' customers to the ADB family, and we assure them of the best natural stone products at the best price and the highest quality with tremendous service levels."

Classic Stone Pavers (available online at http://www.classicstonepavers.com) will now be renamed "New Classic Stone Pavers." Although the company lost a few of its customers during the last six-month transition period, Dogan is confident that New Classic Stone Pavers will bounce back in the new season, delivering the finest natural stone products with an extensive portfolio of designs, patterns and colors coupled with superior quality and service against its competition in the marketplace.

ADB Global Trade, which enters the US market with this acquisition, has already established itself with an extensive presence in Gulf Countries, Far East and Europe. With its direct relationships with the best quarries and factories, both in Turkey and around the world, ADB Global Trade promises to soar with New Classic Stone Pavers to new heights.

"ADB has always stood for the best, and we base our partnerships with quarries on that premise as well," says Dogan. "With our sourcing power in Turkey and beyond, as well as New Classic Stone Pavers' reputation of best value in the natural stone market, we look forward to satisfying more and more customers in their quest for the perfect order of natural stone products."

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The Concrete Network Presents the Perfect Holiday Gift -- Custom Drawings Come to Life on Thin Concrete Canvases

Using a lightweight concrete overlay material, a concrete craftsman combines his artistic talent and concrete profession to create unique art pieces on thin concrete canvases.

Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) November 16, 2006 -- The Concrete Network, the most comprehensive resource on the web for decorative concrete information, is featuring several pieces of decorative concrete artwork showcasing the artistry evolving in the decorative concrete industry. The custom drawings come to life on thin concrete canvases, which are lightweight enough to be hung on a home's interior wall.

By creating a frame out of light pine wood, a thin cementitious overlay material is applied in two layers. The artist hand sketches a design onto the concrete overlay surface and then engraves the lines of the artwork to create a 3-D effect and add greater dimension.

For color, acid stains and dyes have been found to create the best colors for subtle earth-tones, whereas water-based stains and dyes are best for bright colors. With a combination of both, the perfect colors and tones can be created. Finally, a solvent-based urethane is used to seal the work, giving it a shiny look bringing out the color.

Created by Scott Bye, of Action Concrete Services in Michigan, the featured art pieces are typically 4 by 4 feet, and each one takes about 40 to 50 hours to complete. One of the most important things to Bye is to keep the feel of the concrete and its texture evident in the artwork.

"Using just the water-based colors felt like I was just painting," says Bye. "I didn't want it to look 'painted'. Using the acid stains lets more of the concrete show through." Bye strives to keep the characteristics of the concrete apparent, using the concrete as the art as much as the hand-sketched design.

Bye began creating the hanging art pieces in 2003 as a way to experiment and test various products, and has been influenced by Andy Warhol, Van Gogh, Roy Litchenstein's Pop Art style and Frank Lloyd Wright.

About the Concrete Network
Established in 1999, The Concrete Network's purpose is to educate consumers, builders, and contractors on popular decorative techniques and applications including stamped concrete, stained concrete floors, concrete countertops, polished concrete, and much more. Over 872,000 visitors researched The Concrete Network Web site in June, 2006.

The site excels at connecting buyers with local contractors in their area through its Find-A-Contractor service. The service provides visitors with a list of decorative concrete contractors throughout the U.S. and Canada, and is fully searchable by 22 types of decorative concrete work and 199 metropolitan areas throughout North America.

Artwork photos courtesy of Action Concrete Services.

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Intertek Partners with IFC Certification to Provide Building Product Manufacturers with Faster European Market Access

Partnership removes logistical barriers associated with EU market entry.

CHICAGO, Ill. (PRWEB) November 16, 2006 -- The ETL SEMKO division of Intertek, a global leader in product testing, inspection and certification, has entered a partnership with IFC Certification Ltd., an internationally recognized certification body for building products and materials based in the United Kingdom. The partnership allows manufacturers of many construction products including builder's hardware to utilize Intertek as their single global resource for CE Marking.

Manufacturers now have a local testing solution for applicable European Union requirements including CE Marking of products under the Construction Products Directive. Historically, manufacturers have had to work with multiple testing and certification organizations and ship products to the European Union for applicable testing.

"Intertek continually develops and delivers solutions that meet the global market access needs of our clients," said Jeff Turcotte, vice president Building Products, Intertek. "Through this unique testing and certification partnership we are able to provide our clients with a local CE Marking solution to streamline the European market access process."

The aim of this landmark partnership is to remove the logistical barriers associated with EU market entry, thereby saving building products manufacturers' time and cost.

"Our partnership is the first of its kind in international testing and certification activities," said Jerry Quayle, Director of Certification, IFC Certification Ltd. "By bringing together two of the most dynamic, customer focused organizations in our industry, clients will gain European market access faster than ever before."

ETL SEMKO is a division of Intertek Group plc (LSE: ITRK), a global leader in testing, inspection and certification services, operating in 294 laboratories and 530 offices in 102 countries throughout the world. The ETL SEMKO division of Intertek provides access to global markets through its local services, which include product safety testing and certification, EMC testing and performance testing for customers in such industries as wireless technology, security, appliances, HVAC, cables and wiring accessories, industrial machinery, medical devices, telecommunications, lighting, automotive, semiconductor, building products and electronics.

IFC Certification Ltd is an independent third party UKAS approved Product Certification Body providing high quality and customer focused product certification in the fire industry. IFC Certification Ltd is a fully Notified Body under the Construction Products Directive for CE Marking and is actively involved in the Group of Notified Bodies, the forum for the CE Marking of Construction Products. The company is a member of the long established IFC Group of companies including International Fire Consultants Ltd, who have an enviable independent position offering clients impartial advice across the world.

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Warm Sands, Beautiful Sunsets Beckon from Mazatlan Beach Community; Auction to be Take Place Dec. 9

Living in style by the sea is a dream within reach made possible by the award-winning developer, Impulsa, with the pre-construction condominium auction of Horizon Sky Residences at Mazatlan, Mexico, according to Leonard Hartsook of The Redfield Group, the high-end real estate auction company conducting the sale.

Mazatlan, Sinaloa, MX (PRWEB) November 16, 2006 - Living in style by the sea is a dream within reach made possible by the award-winning developer, Impulsa, with the pre-construction condominium auction of Horizon Sky Residences at Mazatlan, Mexico, according to Leonard Hartsook of The Redfield Group, the high-end real estate auction company conducting the sale. 43 pre-construction condos will be offered at auction Dec. 9.

Centrally located on the Malecon, the longest beachfront boardwalk in Mexico, each unit at Horizon Sky Residences enjoys unobstructed views of the ocean with breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. These condominium units are constructed from only the finest quality grade materials. The impeccable interiors include tile floors, granite countertops, wood cabinets, appliances, and Jacuzzi tubs. A drinking water system in the refrigerator and kitchen faucets is also included. Additional amenities provided are 24-hour security, deeded parking, pool, fitness room and conference room.

Among the 43 units up for auction are one Penthouse and one Master Suite as well as two and three-bedroom units. The suggested opening bid for each unit is $195,000; however, one unit at Horizon Sky Residences and one unit at Tenerife will be offered Absolute at the auction, meaning the highest bidder wins regardless of the price.

The auction is set for 2pm on Saturday, Dec. 9. Online bidding is available through Proxibid for those who cannot attend the live auction. For more information and auction terms, call The Redfield Group toll-free at (866) 673-9270 or visit redfieldgroup.com to download an auction packet.

Impulsa
Since the year 2000, Impulsa has built more than 2,500 homes and condominiums with a total market value of $100 million. Impulsa's commitment to excellence has made it the preeminent developer of quality real estate in the State of Sinaloa. In 2002, Impulsa was presented with the Quality Award by the City of Culicán for its housing development "Colina del Rey." Impulsa is certified in the ISO-9002 quality certification and continually strives to offer its customers a quality product, security, reasonable prices and exceptional service.

Mazatlan: "Pearl of the Pacific"
The second largest coastal city in Mexico, Mazatlan is like no other city in the world. With 17 miles of golden sand beaches, beachfront hotels, seafood restaurants, nightclubs, bright lights and autentic Mexican culture, Mazatlan is one of the most popular resorts in Mexico. Known as the "Pearl of the Pacific," over 400,000 people call Mazatlan home, including many thousand
Canadians and Americans.

A strategic seaport for over 500 years, Mazatlan is rich in tradition, history and culture - from old town with its colorful 19th century buildings and churches, to the beautifully restored architecture of the Angela Peralta Theater, an 1890's cathedral, the Pino Suarez market and dozens of restored buildings in the downtown area.

Today, Mazatlan is Mexico's western cultural center, home to many famous artists, singers and performers. Mazatlan plays host to many events and festivals, including Carnaval, the world's third largest Mardi Gras celebration, golf tournaments, a marathon, a triathlon, fishing tournaments, motocross and more.

There are endless attractions in Mazatlan. With an abundance of sunshine and an average temperature of 82 degrees, Mazatlan is a place where people are eager to be outdoors. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy Mazatlan's world class sport fishing, sailing, surfing, kayaking, snorkeling, sunbathing and other water sports, as well as waterfowl and deer hunting. Golfers take advantage of the 18-hole Estrella del mar course which stretches along two miles of coastline or the 27-hold El Cid championship golf course.

Several islands in the bay off Mazatlan make lovely day excursions, plus there are several interesting Colonial villages in the area to explore. The Golden Zone boasts great shopping.

Fine dining in Mazatlan is abundant with traditional Mexican cuisine as well as Italian, American, Japanese, Chinese and Spanish fare served in casual atmospheres at reasonable prices. After dinner activities are endless - danching, live music and festive watering holes are plentiful. The disco scene is very big in Mazatlan with some of the trendiest late-night clubs located along a stretch of beach called Los Sabalos.

Mazatlan is home to the largest shrimp-fishing fleet in the Pacific, a major brewery, a large coffee roasting plant, and other important industries. Mazatlan boasts the world's highest lighthouse and Mexico's only seaside theater, Teatro Angela Peralta. Most of all, Mazatlan embodies the true warmth and hospitality of Mexico.

About The Redfield Group
Based in Rainbow City, Alabama, The Redfield Group, Inc., is one of the nation's fastest growing high-end real estate auction firms. The Redfield Group is dedicated to offering services that meet the demand of today's market, and is committed to customer satisfaction.

Founder Mike Fisher has served as President and Chief Executive Officer since the inception of The Redfield Group. He has assembled a team of the most experienced high-end real estate professionals in the auction industry. This team has been involved in well over 1,000 auctions and has sales approaching $1 billion. Their past client list reads like a "Who's Who" of America's most respected business, entertainment and athletic professionals. Fisher has been active with auctions for over seven years and has been involved in the selling of some of the most exclusive real estate in the United States and the Bahamas.

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Contact Information:

The Redfield Group, Inc.
2810 Rainbow Drive
Rainbow City, Alabama 35906
Phone: 256-413-0555
Toll-Free: 866-673-9270
Fax: 256-413-0552
Web: www.redfieldgroup.com

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The Hampshire Companies, Pyramid Property Partners and Triad Development Announce Joint Venture to Develop a Four-Building Medical/Professional Office Complex in Freehold, New Jersey

Near CentraState Medical Center, Pond View Professional Park will offer physicians and businesses ownership positions.

Freehold, NJ (PRWEB) November 16, 2006 -- Plans were revealed today for the development of a four-building, 100,000 square foot medical / office condominium complex on a 12-acre parcel of land less than 1/8 mile from CentraState Medical Center in Freehold, New Jersey. The development, named Pond View Professional Park, will be developed by a joint venture partnership that includes The Hampshire Companies of Morristown, N.J., Pyramid Property Partners, LLC of Woodbridge, N.J., and Triad Development Company of Eatontown, New Jersey.

Pond View Professional Park will consist of four 25,000 square foot buildings, each distinguished by color and form, in a courtyard-type setting. The location of Pond View Professional Park, in close proximity to the CentraState Medical Center in Freehold, makes it an ideal location for doctors' offices, diagnostic facilities, specialty care and other business and medical uses.

In addition to the opportunity to locate their practices within walking distance to the medical center, Pond View Professional Park offers physicians, medical professionals and businesses superior technological and building advantages along with the benefits associated with ownership.

"The medical office ownership trend has gained popularity in recent years," noted Norman A. Feinstein, Executive Vice President of The Hampshire Companies. "The unparalleled proximity to CentraState, as well as the superior building features of Pond View Professional Park will be of tremendous value to physicians and other business purchasers. Many medical office facilities on the market today are aging, technologically obsolete and unable to meet the needs of today's high-tech medical practice. Pond View Professional Park, which was planned, designed and will be built to support the physicians who will locate their offices there and the businesses that can benefit from proximity to the Medical Center, represents today's standard in medical / office facilities."

Commented Steven Schultz, Partner in Pyramid Property Partners, "We are extremely excited about this development, and about the joint venture partnership that has come together with the vision to develop this superior medical / professional complex in this prime location. The joint strengths that each of the partners brings to this endeavor will yield tremendous benefit to purchasers, and will make Pond View Professional Park an asset to the Medical Center neighborhood and to Freehold Township."

"Pond View Professional Park will provide an environment where healthcare providers of all types can collaborate to improve the health and quality of life in the community, noted David Portman, President of Triad Development. "The Center is also designed to aesthetically assimilate within this historically-significant area."

The architect of Pond View Professional Park, Wayne Lerman, AIA of WML Architects, P.A. in West Long Branch, sought and obtained approval for his design from the Freehold Historical Commission by incorporating classical shapes and materials into a contemporary building design.

Lerman stated, "By utilizing materials like brick, stucco and tile combined with classical shapes such as arches, we were able to create a contemporary design for four similar but distinctive buildings, and to harmonize them with the historical character of the neighborhood."

The construction of the Pond View Professional Park reflects a growing trend as the medical industry in New Jersey continues to decentralize. According to many real estate professionals, more doctors and medical groups are relocating from within hospitals and out of urban centers to be closer to patients in the suburbs. In addition, ownership makes sense for doctors: on top of tax benefits and investment returns, the equity position often represents future retirement savings. The Construction Manager for Pond View Professional Park is I.M. Mack of Totowa, New Jersey.

The joint venture partnership has hired The Schultz Organization of Woodbridge, N.J. as exclusive sales agent for the units at Pond View Professional Park. The Schultz Organization provides a full range of real estate services to many of the region and nation's leading property owners and tenants. Interested parties should contact Julie F. Nachamkin, Managing Director or Michael Staskiewicz, Associate at The Schultz Organization, exclusive sales agent for Pond View Professional Park, at (732) 855-0001.

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The Missing Ingredient in your Pond Winterizing Program

Beneficial bacteria added to a pond now can pay benefits in the spring.

(PRWEB) November 16, 2006 -- As the weather begins to cool, most pond owners are beginning to implement their winterizing plans to keep their ponds and fish healthy and clean during the cold weather months. They are buying special fish food that is easily digested by koi and goldfish. They are buying protective netting to minimize the amount of debris that enters the pond and they are buying de-icers and heaters to keep the pond from freezing over. While all of these steps are important, most people forget about adding beneficial pond bacteria such as the kind found in the Pond Keeper (www.naturalenviro.com/ne4000.htm) line of pond treatments by Natural Environmental Systems, LLC.

Pond Keeper beneficial bacteria is highly effective at keeping ponds clean and clear by naturally breaking down organic waste such as leaves, pine needles, grass clippings, fish waste and excess fish food. The microbes remain aggressive and active in water temps above 50 degrees. As the water cools and the ponds natural biological activity slows, so do the microbes to the point of becoming dormant. Because the microbes in Pond Keeper are in a spore state, they have the ability to tolerate extreme water temperatures to the point of even freezing. Thus giving them the ability to survive throughout the winter months.

The ability of the microbes to survive in cold water gives ponds a jump start come early spring. Depending on the region, ponds will begin to warm in February or March beginning a new season of pond maintenance. When the water begins to warm into the 50s, the microbes become active again, eating and degrading the problematic waste that accumulated during the winter. This early start can go along way in preventing pond water problems as well as serving as the first pond treatment of the new season.

The Pond Keeper line of products are available in liquid and powder formulas. The liquid formula is available in ready to use gallons or in concentrated gallons. Each concentrated gallon can be diluted to make up to 20 of the ready to use gallons and is particularly useful in treating large ponds. The powder formula is completely water soluble and is available as a stand alone powder or as a powder/ barley straw combo. These powders are packaged in 1lb and 2lb containers or in conveniently pre-measured 1 ounce and 8 ounce packets.

Headquartered in Dallas, TX, Natural Environmental Systems, LLC markets all-natural microbial products for the treatment of septic tanks, waste water treatment facilities, grease traps, lift stations, ponds and lakes, soil, plants, composting, animal health and odor control, and bioremediation. All of the products are completely safe to humans, animals, fish and turf plants. For more information visit www.naturalenviro.com.

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LAMA Books Releases "HVAC Spanish," Providing Spanish Translations for HVAC and HVAC/R Terms

HVAC Spanish, a newly released pocket size book from LAMA Books assures easy communication with Spanish-speaking workers. The book contains 88 pages of commonly used HVAC and HVAC/R terms, including safety phrases. Terms are translated from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English. This easy, on-the job-reference will help any employer more thoroughly train workers, increasing employee morale and productivity, reducing callbacks, and preventing job site injuries.

Hayward, California (PRWEB) November 16, 2006 -- Workplace fatalities are increasing for Spanish-speaking employees in the United States. In 2005 there were 883 Hispanic worker fatalities, marking an eleven percent increase from 2003, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. According to the US census, native Spanish-speaking workers totaled 38.3 million or about 14% of the total population of the United States in the year 2001-02. As these numbers rise, the importance of clear communication with Spanish-speaking workers is taking a front row seat.

HVAC Spanish, a newly released bilingual pocket size book from LAMA Books ( http://www.lamabooks.com) assures easy communication with Spanish-speaking workers. The book contains 88 pages of commonly used HVAC and HVAC/R terms, including safety phrases. Terms are translated from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English. This easy, on-the job-reference will help any employer more thoroughly train workers, increasing employee morale and productivity, reducing callbacks, and preventing job site injuries. This bilingual book is sized to fit in a shirt pocket and priced at $5.

"This has been one of our most enthusiastically anticipated titles," says LAMA Book's publisher, Leo Meyer. "We feel this will be a classic reference for HVAC and HVAC/R employers and employees. Our upcoming books include 'Plumbing Spanish,' 'Electrical Spanish,' and 'Refrigeration Spanish'."

To order, contact LAMA Books at www.lamabooks.com or call 888-452-6244.

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2007 Call for Entries Concrete Restoration Projects

Concrete Restoration Projects -- this is your opportunity to show-off your best decorative concrete work to the entire industry. Aside from some great prizes, our top finalists will be considered for Concrete Decor's distinguished 'Artisan in Concrete' spotlight. All entries are free of charge.

(PRWEB) November 16, 2006 -- Do you have a concrete restoration project you are especially proud of? Did you use decorative concrete products and techniques? If so, Concrete Decor would like to see it!

Concrete Decor will highlight the top restoration jobs of 2006 in the December/ January issue. If you would like to be considered for possible publication in our next issue, please send photos of your favorite concrete restoration project using decorative concrete applications. Include in your e-mail before and after photos of your favorite project along with a brief explanation of the project, various challenges you encountered, and a description of the products that were used. Don't forget your contact information.

Finalists will be showcased in Concrete Decor's premier issue of the year. Thousands of copies will be distributed at the World of Concrete show in Las Vegas on January 22-26, 2007. This is your opportunity to show-off your best work to the entire decorative concrete industry. Aside from some great prizes, our top finalists will be considered for Concrete Decor's distinguished 'Artisan in Concrete' spotlight. All entries are free of charge. Categories are Concrete Restoration (indoors) and Concrete Restoration (outdoors). The deadline to enter is November 27, 2006.

Send your story and photos to storyideas @ protradepub.com.

For questions, e-mail wendy @ protradepub.com or call toll free 877-935-8906.

Concrete Decor, published six times per year, is the premier magazine on decorative concrete. It is available in print, online, and in a digital version. To see the latest issue, visit www.concretedecor.net. For more information, call (877) 935-8906.

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New Advertising Option Available - Reach Thousands of HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical Contractors and Industry Professionals

For the first time ever, www.hvacagent.com, www.plumbingagent.com and www.electricalagent.com will be selling advertising space on their sites.

(PRWEB) November 16, 2006 -- For the first time ever, www.hvacagent.com, www.plumbingagent.com and www.electricalagent.com will be selling advertising space on their sites.

"Advertising Agencies have asked us for years to place banner ads on our sites and we finally made the decision to allow specific ads that relate to the industries that we serve", said Mike Mayberry, President of HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical Agent. "Although we will be very selective of the content that we share with our website visitors, we've redesigned our sites to accommodate a wide variety of advertising options."

HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical Agent are the largest employment resources in the world specifically for the heating, air conditioning, plumbing and electrical trades and assists around 3,000 contractors with their hiring needs. During the last 12 months they've submitted almost 300,000 potential applicants for the 4,800+ available jobs they represent in the United States and Canada.

For more information about the advertising options currently available on these sites, please contact Mike Mayberry at e-mail protected from spam bots or call him directly at 1-800-396-4822 x211.

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Ortega's Minister of Finance Meets With Century 21 Best Value Realty, Insists the New Sandinista Party Supports Foreign Investment

Diputado Bayardo Arce Castaño, to be the Nicaraguan equivalent of Secretary of Commerce under Ortega, says Sandinistas will utilize foreign investment to help develop infrastructure and give jobs to Nicaragua's poor.

Managua, Nicaragua (PRWEB) November 15, 2006 -- Bayardo Arce Castaño met yesterday afternoon with Century 21 Best Value Realty to discuss foreign investment and collaboration on social initiatives. Mr. Castaño assured Century 21 that private property owners and potential owners would be safe investing in Nicaragua. He urged the company to continue investing in local communities and supporting charitable organizations.

"The Sandinista party strongly believes foreign investment will help Nicaragua's poor through the creation of jobs and infrastructure," Mr. Castaño stated. "The new Sandinista revolution is for all Nicaraguans, but is supported by foreign investment."

Only a week after his victory at the polls Ortega continued his reassurances in meeting with Century 21 Best Value Realty's Barry Oliver and Joey Mintz.

"We're excited about the future here in Nicaragua; Ortega sees foreign investment as a vehicle in achieving his goal to uplift poor Nicaraguans," said Joey Mintz, Best Value Construction's head project manager. "We're moving ahead with our investors and commencing construction this week on Las Palmas," referring to one of Century 21 Best Value Construction's exclusive developments.

The meeting was good news for those looking to own property or develop in Nicaragua. "We're doing everything we can to ensure our clients' investments are safe. We appreciate Diputado Castaño taking the time to meet with us," stated Barry Oliver, General Manager and Co-owner of Best Value Realty.

About Century 21 Best Value Realty
Century 21 has been helping investors realize the dream of owning Pacific Coastline properties in Central America for over 30 years. The friendly and knowledgeable Best Value Realty team has the experience and support of Century 21 to help you make an educated and confident investment decision. Visit us at www.c21sanjuan.com today.

Contact:
Barry Oliver, General Manager and Co-owner
Century 21 Best Value Realty, Nicaragua
(+505)872-3517
OR
Mark Sullivan, Public Relations
Century 21 Best Value Realty, Nicaragua
(+505)677-1200

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The Crack Team Earns Silver Davey Award, Presented by International Academy of the Visual Arts

Davey Award is the second win forwww. thecrackteam.com in 2006.

St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) November 15, 2006 -- The Crack Team's web site has been recognized with a Silver Davey Award, presented by the International Academy of the Visual Arts. The Davey Awards exclusively honor the "Davids" of creativity, the finest small firms, agencies and companies in the world that derive their strength from big ideas, rather than big budgets. The Crack Team, in business since 1985 with locations nationwide, specializes in foundation crack repair. This is the second award for thecrackteam.com in 2006, when the site also earned an "official honoree" distinction from the Webby Awards.

The Davey Awards is judged and overseen by the International Academy of the Visual Arts (IAVA), a 200+ member organization of leading professionals from various disciplines of the visual arts dedicated to embracing progress and the evolving nature of traditional and interactive media. Current IAVA membership includes a "Who's Who" of acclaimed media, advertising, and marketing firms including: Sotheby's Institute of Art, Yahoo!, Estee Lauder, Wired, Insight Interactive, The Webby Awards, Bath & Body Works, Brandweek, Polo Ralph Lauren, ADWEEK, alloy, Coach, iNDELIBLE, MTV, Victoria's Secret, HBO, The Ellen Degeneres Show, Myspace.com, and many others.

The Crack Team repairs cracks in concrete, stone, and block foundations, as well as cracks in patios, porches, and basement and garage floors. For a free estimate, call 866-CRACK-TEAM. For more information about The Crack Team or company mascot Mr. Happy Crack and his line of gifts and apparel, contact Cary Goldwasser at 866-905-5200 or visit TheCrackTeam.com.

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BlackRhinoTools.com Launches Professional Grade Tool E-Commerce Website

AffiliateCrew and Fifty Finest have partnered to launch the exclusive Black Rhino™ Tools online dealer e-commerce website, BlackRhinoTools.com.

Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) November 15, 2006 -- AffiliateCrew and Fifty Finest have partnered to launch the exclusive Black Rhino™ Tools online dealer e-commerce website, BlackRhinoTools.com.

Since 1996, Black Rhino has been the world's leading manufacturer of high-quality hand tools, tool belts and tool bags, work gloves and safety glasses for the construction industry. Up until now, they have only been sold direct to industrial and builder supply stores and now, for the first time, the entire line of Black Rhino Tools is available online at BlackRhinoTools.com.

"We're proud to be the exclusive online dealer for Black Rhino™ Tools that allows construction professionals to buy construction tools direct from our website. These high-quality products set the standard for professional-grade tools and are all backed by a lifetime guarantee" said Mark Swaby, Marketing Director, BlackRhinoTools.com.

About BlackRhinoTools.com
Black Rhino Tools was founded on the principles of design, innovation, quality, and functionality. With a combination of innovation, passion, and job site experience, Black Rhino Tools have become the standard in professional-grade tools for discerning construction professionals and craftsmen who require superior tools.

For more information, please visit BlackRhinoTools.com.

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Modular Building Company to Exhibit In Chicago's Promat 2007

Allied Modular will be making is 4th appearance at the largest Material Handling Show in America. Companies from all over the world to attend the material handling's Worlds largest show.

Orange, CA (PRWEB) November 15, 2006 -- Allied Modular Building Systems, Inc. will be among the leading exhibitors at the upcoming and prestigious ProMat 2007 Material Handling Trade Show, January 8-11, 2007 in Chicago, IL.

Sponsored by the Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA), Chicago's McCormick Place South will be the site of the 2007 Trade Show. ProMat 2007's website states that over 700 exhibits featuring manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, logistics and IT solutions for the supply chain will join in welcoming tens of thousands of material handling and logistics buyers from more than 80 countries around the world. Additionally, the Show's accompanying Educational Conference will offer industry expertise on the latest productivity innovations.

Allied Modular's participation will mark the company's 4th consecutive ProMat Trade Show. "I've never seen anything like the Allied Modular exhibit," states Jeff Peterson, a ProMat 2005 attendee, "it's a great looking booth -- nothing that I've seen in the industry tops it." Allied Modular's Guard House and Modular Offices will be specifically highlighted at this years Show and will be on display in Booth #2047.

"This is going to be a great show," states Sheri Allen, National Sales Manager for Allied Modular Building Systems. "The ProMat Trade Show has proven to be a highly successful endeavor for our company in past years. It is the 'must attend' material handling trade show in our industry and we are delighted for the opportunity to once again, demonstrate Allied Modular's leading edge in versatility, durability and affordability."

For further information contact Sheri Allen at e-mail protected from spam bots or phone toll-free at 800-959-0810.

About Allied Modular Building Systems

Since 1989, Allied Modular Building Systems, Inc. has secured its reputation as the leader in the modular industry with products manufactured locally and distributed nationally that provide cost effective, time saving, versatile alternatives to standard stick construction. All products are 100% modular and can be relocated and reassembled. Product lines include modular offices, interior and exterior buildings, clean rooms, 2 story offices, guard houses, mezzanines, vision towers, machine enclosures, full height partitions, smoking shelters and nearly innumerable custom applications. Tours of our 50,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility and showroom are welcome. Contact Allied Modular at 800-959-0810 or visit our website at http://www.alliedmodular.com

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Research Shows Interior Doors Play Key Role in Perception of Home

New "Transforming Home and Life Motto" reflects discovery of homeowner response to new doors.

Mountain View, CA (PRWEB) November 15, 2006 -- While real estate agents and home designers have always emphasized the importance of interior doors in the overall look and feel of a home, new research now validates that belief -- and takes it a step further with data indicating that new, stylish interior doors actually refresh the homeowner's general outlook on life.

The research was conducted by national marketing and branding firm Philos Consulting LLC on behalf of the Interior Door Replacement Company (IDRC), the nation's only franchise to specialize solely in the replacement of uninspiring flat doors with designer raised-panel molded doors, with 17 locations in four states. According to Philos' research, homeowners who replaced their old doors with new, stylish ones experienced "a renewed pride and love of their home." The findings led IDRC to develop a new company motto, "Transforming Home and Life."

"We were pleasantly surprised with the information the research uncovered about our customers and how our services have impacted their lifestyles," said Dave Winter, CEO of IDRC. "What we found is that some of our customers call on our services simply because they know their old doors are outdated, but many of them are also motivated by a lifestyle change, such as moving into a new home, the birth of a child or their children leaving for college. The research from our consulting firm also showed us that our customers are often surprised how our doors transform and rejuvenate their entire homes and personal lives."

Since being founded in 1997, IDRC (www.interiordoor.com) has gone above and beyond the services of a general contractor with its one-stop, hassle-free door replacement services. Now, the Philos study has shed new light by showing that IDRC's success has been fueled by homeowners' emotional needs, rather than just a desire for "richer" looking doors or convenient services.

Gathering information from extensive market research surveying 5,500 previous IDRC customers, as well as a group of customers surveyed by a consumer psychologist, IDRC learned that its customers experienced a marked increase in the pride of their homes once they replaced their doors, leading to a renewed attitude and lifestyle changes. In addition, Philos found that IDRC's strongest customer base consists of worldly, professional and active people who seek to reinvigorate and upgrade their homes.

Tom Quarton, Managing Partner for Philos, said IDRC's influence on homes and lives is most apparent in the emotional testimonials of female IDRC customers. In fact, one woman customer reported that the new doors inspired both she and her husband to "get off the couch," and noted that after IDRC replaced their interior doors, her husband began to invest in additional home improvements around the house that she had wanted him to do for years.

While Baby Boomers with families decided to replace their doors in their search for elegant, stylish and practical remodeling solutions, singles in a similar age group did so in order to put a personal stamp on their home. Winter said the findings could be summed up in one customer's words: "I don't like my new doors…I LOVE them! It looks like we have a new house."

About Interior Door Replacement Company
Founded in 1997 and based in Mountain View, CA, Interior Door Replacement Company (www.interiordoor.com) is the largest company of its kind in the United States. IDRC provides customers with a complete 'one-stop' service specializing in the replacement of uninspiring flat doors with designer raised-panel molded doors. Currently with 17 locations in four states, IDRC has territories available for franchise expansion in California, Arizona, Texas, Colorado, Washington, Oregon, and Nevada. The company projects to open 200 locations in the next 10 years nationwide. For more information, visit www.idrcfranchising.com or call 1-866-315-IDRC.

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Builderscut.com First-of-its-kind Website to Showcase Only New Construction and Land Acquisition

Builderscut.com is offering free property postings and free tradesmen advertising in their service directory.

Tewksbury, Massachusetts (PRWEB) November 15, 2006 - Builderscut.com is offering free property postings and free tradesmen advertising in their service directory.

For consumers, the site provides a one-stop search option for land purchase, new single family homes, and new condos or townhouses in their
area. Each property posting provides immediate direct access to the builder and/or listing agent.

This site also provides competitive mortgage products and a service directory for general contractors, developers and all tradesmen connected with new construction.

Builderscut.com was established by two dedicated real estate professionals with over 25 years of experience in the residential real estate development market. Their goal is to create a convenient marketplace for brokers, builders, landowners and tradesmen, while providing a dedicated resource of properties for potential buyer.

Posting a property or advertisement is simple. For more information contact us at e-mail protected from spam bots or call 978-442-5917.

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Walters Buildings Announces New Tagline "Delivering a Better Building Experience"

Leading storage building manufacturer Walters Buildings announces new tagline "Delivering a Better Building Experience."

Allenton, WI (PRWEB) November 15, 2006 -- Leading storage building manufacturer Walters Buildings today announced its new tagline "Delivering a Better Building Experience." The new tagline was implemented to better align the company with the actual perceptions and needs of its customers and was inspired by actual comments from customers about their experiences working with Walters Buildings.

Brent Henschel, VP Sales and Marketing for Walters Buildings, said, "We make it a priority to look at everything from the customer's point of view. When we examined the feedback we were receiving on our services, we saw that our customers were viewing us as prompt and thorough, and our crews as professional and reliable in meeting their construction timelines. Essentially, our customers have come to expect an overall better building experience when they choose Walters. Our new tagline helps consolidate what our customers feel and better communicates the real value of working with us."

Comments from customers such as the following from Kettle Hills Farm in Hartford, WI, were instrumental in devising the company's new slogan: "The Walters Buildings' salesman and crew were outstanding. The salesman was here daily to help expedite and avoid any problems. The crew was professional, cleaned up daily, and worked through nasty weather conditions. We have never had a better building experience. Thank you!"

Walters Buildings focuses on delivering a better building experience through its emphasis on professional service, proactive communication, high-quality building components, time-tested construction techniques, flexibility and ensuring that promises made to customers are fulfilled. Specifically, Walters Buildings customers can expect the following:

- Prompt return call after initial contact followed by an on-site visit with a friendly, knowledgeable sales rep who hand-delivers the proposal and explains it in person.

- Flexible, customized design for attractiveness and functionality, adhering to the customer's budget.

- Building material delivered complete and on time, undamaged by shipping.

- Construction to start soon after delivery with the crew continuously working to meet the date promised by the sales rep.

- Sales rep and foreman to update building owner on the schedule, the process and any problems encountered.

- Job site cleaned up every night and left thoroughly clean at completion.

- All punch-list items addressed immediately and any minor tweaking of components dealt with in a timely manner.

About Walters Buildings
Walters Buildings is a leading manufacturer of storage buildings including highly efficient, energy-saving pole buildings and pre-engineered metal storage buildings, all made in the USA. High-quality materials, skilled craftsman crews and comprehensive warranties have allowed Walters Buildings to deliver a "Better Building Experience" to farms, airport hangars, fire departments, churches, agricultural shops and other industrial, residential and commercial storage building clients for nearly 50 years. The company is now accepting dealer applications. For more information on Walters Buildings, visit http://www.waltersbuildings.com.

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Quiet Cool Fans and z-Point Products Release Line of Whole House Ventilation Equipment Based on ZigBee™ Wireless Microcontroller Technology from Jennic Ltd

ZigBee-Based system to enable at least 4,000 homes with wireless control networks in 2007, with new line of whole house ventilation equipment controlled by ZigBee wireless networking technology. The new product line uses "z-Points" based on Jennic's ZigBee wireless technology to integrate indoor and outdoor temperature sensors, RH (relative humidity) sensors and relays.

Temecula, CA, Delta, BC Canada and Sheffield, UK (PRWEB) November 15, 2006 -- Quiet Cool Fans, a leading provider of patent pending whole house ventilation systems; z-Point Products, developer and marketer of z-Points, a comprehensive line of flexible I/O devices for HVAC and industrial applications; and Jennic, a leading manufacturer of single chip wireless microcontrollers for ZigBee and IEEE 802.15.4 wireless networking applications jointly announce the availability of a new line of whole house ventilation equipment controlled by ZigBee wireless networking technology. The new product line uses "z-Points" based on Jennic's ZigBee wireless technology to integrate indoor and outdoor temperature sensors, RH (relative humidity) sensors and relays along with a TPC-35 single board Linux computer (from z-Point Products' parent company Technical Solutions Inc.) to provide homeowners with complete control of the system.

Dana Stevenson, president of Quiet Cool Fans said, "Jennic and z-Point Products's ZigBee wireless technology provide us with the kind of ultra-reliable control technologies our customer's demand, at a price very competitive with the X-10 products they replace. In addition, they provide an automatic control system that accepts input from the homeowner with regard to temperature targets and outdoor conditions, taking comfort to a whole new level."

Harry Kelder, CFO & director of business development for z-Point Products, added, "We developed the z-Point line of flexible and configurable I/O modules to serve both the independent residential & commercial HVAC and the industrial controls contractor who wish to capitalize on the labor and material savings ZigBee wireless technology offers for OEMs who wish to embed the ZigBee wireless technology in their systems."

He continued, "We selected the JN5121 wireless microcontroller from Jennic based on the flexibility and performance of the platform as well as the application knowledge in the control and automation arena the Jennic team brings to the table. They're more a business partner to us than just a silicon supplier."

The Quiet Cool System with ZigBee technology incorporates the z-Point Products and Jennic technologies into every system delivered. As a result, the application will result in over 4,000 ZigBee enabled homes in 2007.

Bob Heile, chairman of the ZigBee Alliance, said, "This is exactly the type of application the Alliance's members have anticipated at this stage of the adoption curve. It is a solid application with real life cost savings for installers and provides real convenience for consumers of the product. This is what ZigBee is all about." John Morris, vice president of Americas for Jennic, added, "Jennic entered the ZigBee/IEEE802.15.4 market with the first shipping single-chip IEEE802.15.4 microcontroller in December 2004. It's not an accident that one of the first commercially available ZigBee-based systems shipping in volume is based on our JN5121 platform. We're very pleased that Quiet Cool and z-Point Products have been able to deliver a really innovative set of products and this really paves the way for other home automation product vendors to ride the networks which Quiet Cool will deliver over the years."

About Quiet Cool Fans
Quiet Cool Fans is a leading provider of whole house ventilation systems, bringing a cost effective alternative to traditional air conditioning and improved indoor air quality to home owners worldwide.

About z-Point Products
This division of Techsol was created to deploy robust, wireless technologies into the building automation market, as well as industrial and home automation markets. Techsol's industrial and security customers have been asking for low-cost, quality wireless communications systems for some time. The company's advanced Java Gateways (designed for building systems monitoring) have seen a wider range of deployments, from monitoring energy consumption in residential homes, to monitoring server farms in large corporations. But they have been mostly deployed to monitor building automation (BA) and factory automation (FA) systems for the operations and maintenance staff, and those customers who want a means to connect more end-points without the cost of cabling. For more information, visit www.z-pointproducts.com.

About Jennic
Jennic is a fabless semiconductor company leading the wireless connectivity revolution by providing wireless microcontrollers for a broad range of applications. Its expertise in systems and software combined with world class RF and digital chip design provides low cost, highly integrated wireless microcontrollers with a focus on the IEEE802.15.4 and ZigBee standards. The company's products include state-of-the-art low power wireless microcontrollers, modules, development platforms, protocol and application software. Headquartered in Sheffield, UK, Jennic also has offices in China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, East and West coast USA. For more information, visit www.jennic.com.

ZigBee: Wireless Control That Simply Works
The ZigBee Alliance is an association of companies working together to enable reliable, cost effective, low-power, wirelessly networked, monitoring and control products based on an open global standard. The ZigBee Alliance membership comprises technology providers and original equipment manufacturers worldwide. Membership is open to all. Additional information can be found at www.zigbee.org.

Media contacts:
Fiona Davis, Jennic
Tel: +44 (0) 114 281 2655
Fax: +44 (0) 114 281 2951

Harry Kelder, CFO/Director of Business Development,
Technical Solutions Inc. (z-Points)
Tel: +1 604 946 TECH (8324)
Fax: +1 604 946 6445

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Door Hardware at Massive Athletics Complex Needs to Stand Up to Years of Use and Abuse

When facility managers at The Ohio State University (OSU), one of the nation's largest campuses, set out to build a new state-of-the-art Recreation and Physical Activity Center (RPAC), they undertook one of the largest, most complex college facility projects in the country. A facility this big has a lot of pedestrian traffic to manage. Ohio State's campus houses roughly 50,000 students. And the facility isn't exclusively for students: it's open to the public and faculty as well. This results in over 5,500 people using the facility everyday or nearly 300 per hour. When Ott, Inc. helped the project team develop a hardware schedule for the complex, it looked for components that balanced outstanding durability, accessibility and high aesthetic value. The university selected a variety of products from DORMA Architectural Hardware to meet the rigorous demands of the RPAC.

COLUMBUS (PRWEB) November 15, 2006 -- When facility managers at The Ohio State University (OSU), one of the nation's largest campuses, set out to build a new state-of-the-art Recreation and Physical Activity Center (RPAC), they undertook one of the largest, most complex college facility projects in the country.

"We're trying to create a new image of what a recreation center on a college campus can be," said Diane Jensen, associate director of recreational sports at Ohio State, in a news release announcing the project.

A facility this big has a lot of pedestrian traffic to manage. Ohio State's campus houses roughly 50,000 students. And the facility isn't exclusively for students: it's open to the public and faculty as well. This results in over 5,500 people using the facility everyday or nearly 300 per hour. When Ott, Inc. helped the project team develop a hardware schedule for the complex, it looked for components that balanced outstanding durability, accessibility and high aesthetic value. The university selected a variety of products from DORMA Architectural Hardware ( www.dorma.com/usa ) to meet the rigorous demands of the RPAC.

For example, DORMA's 9000 Series Exit Devices were a perfect fit for the building. Designed for high impact applications, the heavy-duty cast chassis provides superior durability, while the smooth, reduced projection touchbar assembly minimizes catch hazards to address safety concerns. Over 225 DORMA 9000 Series exit devices were used on exterior doors and high-traffic interior doors throughout the four-building complex. A standard finish was selected because it can hold up over long periods of time. DORMA is one of the few manufacturers that offer a true architectural grade finish standard rather than plating over inferior materials.

Considering the various environments and air flow patterns within the buildings, specifiers sought a durable door closer that offered spring power adjustment, which would allow opening and closing power to be customized at each entryway. For instance, doors separating the warm, moist air of the pool environments from cooler, drier areas require higher spring power levels to account for added air flow. DORMA's 8900 Series Surface Door Closers were an ideal solution. Featuring a full range spring power adjustment and backcheck, along with a narrow projection, full cover and flatform style arm, the 8900 Series closers delivered the perfect combination of durability, reliability and appearance. Over 600 DORMA 8900 Series closers were used on both exterior and interior doors at RPAC. The 8900 Series was selected with a heavy-duty parallel arm as well as a dead stop feature to stand up to the abuse of everyday use.

To meet barrier-free requirements, DORMA's ED800 Low-energy Power Operators were a cost-effective, natural fit. These operators are easy to maintain, an important factor for doors that are used by hundreds of people every day. DORMA's ED800 operators incorporate sophisticated microprocessor technology with field-proven door closers to provide accessibility for the physically challenged. The ED800 functions as a typical door closer until activated as a low-energy power operator. Eighteen ED800 Low-energy Power Operators were installed.

When completed, the massive complex will have four separate buildings: the main recreation area, two aquatics buildings and an academic building for the School of Physical Activity and Education Services.

RPAC, part of the main recreation area, features a large glass-enclosed atrium, overhead and underground walkways and a student wellness center. Other features of the main recreation area include a 25,000 square foot fitness conditioning space; two, four-court gyms; a four-lane jogging track; and 10 racquetball courts. Adventure Recreation Center, also part of the main recreation area, includes a climbing wall, a fitness/conditioning room, outdoor adventure center and a multi-activity court for indoor turf sports. The aquatic centers feature five swimming pools. The four-phase project is slated for a 2007 completion date.

For more information on DORMA Architectural Hardware and products visit www.dorma.com/usa

About DORMA Group North America

DORMA Group North America manufactures and markets a wide range of products for the architectural openings industry, with a particular focus on commercial and institutional openings. Part of The DORMA Group worldwide, DORMA Group North America comprises DORMA Architectural Hardware, DORMA Glas, Modernfold, DORMA Canada, DORMA Mexico, and DORMA Entrance Systems -- which markets products and services under the DORMA Automatics, Crane Revolving Door and Carolina Door Controls brands.

DORMA Group North America offerings include safety and security products, locks, door closers, exit devices, glass hardware and patch fittings, sliding and swinging automatic doors, revolving doors and operable partitions.

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Basement Waterproofing Creates New Living Space without Having to Build an Addition, Explains Latest Episode by Bob Vila

The current episode airing on Bob Vila deals with basement waterproofing prior to a basement finishing project. According to Vila, the biggest challenge to any basement remodeling project is keeping water out. It is relatively simple and inexpensive.

(PRWEB) November 14, 2006 -- The current episode airing on Bob Vila deals with basement waterproofing prior to a basement finishing project. New living space in a home can be attained by two means: either by building an addition or by finishing a part of a home that is currently unfinished. Of these two methods, only basement remodeling is relatively simple and inexpensive.

As Bob Vila says in the episode, the biggest challenge to any basement remodeling project is keeping water out of the basement and making it a dry basement. If making an investment in a basement finishing project, be sure to protect the investment with a basement waterproofing system. The system being installed in the Bob Vila episode is Basement System’s WaterGuard basement waterproofing system.

Finishing a basement increases the living space in a home by one-third in a two-story home and doubles the space in a one-story home. If a basement is wet and unusable, the home owner is still paying for this useless space. This makes the cost per square foot higher in the livable upstairs space. Plus, the items typically stored in the basement are now upstairs, taking up valuable usable space.

A basement waterproofing system is the right start. The next step is to make the space comfortable and energy efficient, and in Bob Vila’s basement remodeling episode, Bob takes a look at Basement System’s ThermalDry Wall System. This pre-finishing wall material prevents water vapor and also works hand-in-hand with the WaterGuard system as it drains wall leaks into the drainage system. Bob Vila also points out the energy conservation idea behind ThermalDry Wall System – the membrane acts as a radiant barrier that reflects heat back into the basement, saving energy and money.

After any groundwater, plumbing, or other leaks are addressed prior to the basement remodeling, using a SaniDry Basement Air System is the solution to keep a basement free of mold and humidity. The SaniDry can remove four times the water out of the air, while using the same amount of energy as a household dehumidifier. Since dry air is less costly and easier to heat and cool, this amounts to significant energy and money savings. The SaniDry also boasts a two-stage filter system to keep the air clean, creating a healthier environment for the homeowner’s family.

Installing a vapor barrier for a basement floor is important, especially if planning on putting carpet in a finished basement. Basement Systems has a patented sub-flooring product called ThermalDry Basement Floor Matting, a specially engineered polypropylene tile that insulates the floor and does not allow water vapor to condense. The tiles lift the carpet off of the cold concrete floor creating a more comfortable, softer floor surface in a home.

By using Basement Systems’ patented basement waterproofing products, a homeowner can rest assured that a finished basement will be protected, as well as the family’s well being.

For more information on Basement Systems basement waterproofing and finishing products, visit www.basementsystems.com or call 800-261-5705. To see Basement Systems on the Bob Vila Web site visit http://www.bobvila.com/Showrooms/Basement_Systems/

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Designing Tall Buildings Post 9-11: Lessons from Titanic

As the construction of Freedom Tower proceeds at the site of the devastated World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan, it raises questions about the feasibility of rapid evacuation from a tall building in a disaster scenario. Over 95 years ago, similar questions were being considered on the construction project that produced the ill-fated ocean liner Titanic. In examining the Titanic project, there are a number of lessons from history that can be taken away and applied to the construction of today's skyscrapers.

Toronto, ON (PRWEB) November 14, 2006 -- As the construction of Freedom Tower proceeds at the site of the devastated World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan, it raises questions about the feasibility of rapid evacuation from a tall building in a disaster scenario. Over 95 years ago, similar questions were being considered on the construction project that produced the ill-fated ocean liner Titanic. In examining the Titanic project, there are a number of lessons from history that can be taken away and applied to the construction of today's skyscrapers.

Mark Kozak-Holland, author of the Lessons from History series of books as a few thoughts on the matter. In his latest book, "Avoiding Project Disaster: Titanic Lessons for IT Executives" (www.mmpubs.com), he describes the project that built the ocean liner TItanic and the business decisions that doomed the ship before it even left the docks.

"In the design phase of any project, whether a tall building, transportation vehicle, or even an IT system," Kozak-Holland states, "architects have to examine the requirements and determine safety and availability levels once delivered into operation. Likewise, Titanic's architects had to consider these levels of safety; they were faced with a number of technology choices over which safety features to incorporate into the ship. A transatlantic liner faces a number of hazards that may require rapid evacuation. Initially, Titanic's architects opted to go with the highest level of safety that incorporated the latest technologies including a double hull, bulkheads with electric doors, a front-end crumple zone, and triple-stacked lifeboats from 16 stations. This was expected when constructing the ultimate luxury liner and analogous to what you would expect today when purchasing a Lexus or Mercedes - high standards in both what it does and how it does it (functional and non-functional requirements)."

With tall buildings today, architects have safety technology choices too; for example, fire-resistant materials and sprinkler systems. At the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur, the escape plan uses elevators to halve the evacuation time with smoke-proof waiting areas for those unable to escape the fire to wait for rescue by a service elevator. In the Taipei 101 Tower, each floor includes emergency escape corridors leading to fire-safe rooms, and there are outdoor balconies every eight floors allowing refuge. Specially reinforced fire or "bomb" elevators are exclusive to emergency crews and fire departments, allowing rapid access to fires and avoiding conflict with those trying to evacuate. Other safety technologies being developed include parachute-like devices for people to use to rescue themselves.

With Titanic's project, there was a twist in the story as the selected safety features were undermined by executive pressure from White Star's director Bruce Ismay who pushed for the ultimate passenger experience. Kozak-Holland's book shows how Ismay insisted, for example, in the need for a spacious 200-foot dining room/ballroom which cut straight across the bulkheads in the centre of the ship. Similarly, a desire to give a clear ocean vista to the first-class suites on the promenade/lifeboat deck was at odds with the triple-stacked lifeboats, towering 15 feet in the air. Titanic's overconfident architects conceded and, in the end, four bulkheads barely reached ten feet above the water line, and the 48 triple-stacked lifeboats were reduced to a single-stack of 16, far too few given the ship's passenger capacity. Similarly, the double hull that was supposed to extend the full height and wrap entirely around the ship was limited to just the hull bottom well below the water line, so as not to narrow the ship's interior width and to preserve valuable passenger space.

By the end of Titanic's construction phase, there was little acknowledgement that anything was seriously wrong with the design, even though the ship's non-functional requirements had been severely compromised. Titanic's architects and project team still believed that Titanic was practically unsinkable and could survive any situation because of the aggregate effect of safety features, her sheer size, the broad hull design, and the use of latest safety technologies. After all, no one had implemented this many safety features into a ship before. This fact was used actively as part of the marketing campaign, and expectations remained high. The lifeboats were viewed as an added safety feature, useful only if Titanic had to rescue another ship in distress.

Much has been written about the Freedom Tower's superior safety features like the 200 foot high concrete base; a concrete core with three foot thick concrete walls to protect life support systems like emergency stairs, elevators, fire suppression and ventilation systems; sensors and filters installed within the air supply system to detect chemical or biological agents; and a steel and titanium plate skin.

The sinking of Titanic was caused by compromises made during its design, construction, and testing phases to accommodate various business interests. These compromises reduced the effectiveness of safety systems and provided faulty operational data upon which to base management decisions. Kozak Holland concludes that "While no one could predict that the ship was going to run into ice, the compromises made during the build and launch of the ship almost guaranteed that any such collision was going to be a serious one."

The important lessons from history for today's Freedom Tower are:

- With a lengthy construction project of four years, do not allow overconfidence to develop based on the aggregated effect of all the safety features.
- Manage the expectation levels.
- Do not allow compromises of safety features to creep in.

After all, Titanic's construction project was also four years.

Mark Kozak-Holland's latest book in the Lessons from History series (http://www.lessons-from-history.com/) is titled "Avoiding Project Disaster: Titanic Lessons for IT Executives" (http://www.mmpubs.com). It draws parallels from the sinking of Titanic to business challenges today. Following in the footsteps of earlier titles in the series, this new title explores the historical project using modern business analysis methods, extracting lessons learned that can be applied to modern information technology projects.

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Tanning Salon Owners Going Crazy Over New Colors and Designs

New colors, styles get big looks form salon owners. Progressive designs draws crowds at ITA show in Nashville, TN. Modular walls are considered a must have in this industry.

Nashville, TN (PRWEB) November 14, 2006 -- TanWall™ Modular Salon Wall Systems was once again the recipient of the ever-charming Southern hospitality of Nashville, Tennessee last month at the annual ITA WORLD TANNING SHOW held from October 27 - 29, where TanWall™ introduced their new colors and designs to enthusiastic show participants.

TanWall™ received rave reviews as their featured and newest colors, Ultra Violet, Electric Desire, and Chantilly Chic, were presented. The upscale and modern display also highlighted the nearly unlimited options TanWall™ offers in style, colors, design, electrical, lighting, angles, and configurations - options that set a TanWall™ salon apart from all others.

"TanWall™ introduced the hottest new colors for this season at this years show!" said Kristina Admire, National TanWall™ Sales Manager. "Our job is to make a tanning salon stand out from the rest and give the salon proprietor(s) an undisputed edge in today's competitive marketplace. Not to mention the distinct advantages of modular construction over hard in convenience, down-time and savings! These are standard in-stock items with TanWall™ and our delivery/completion time frame is a mere 3-4 weeks which everyone knows hard construction can't compare to!" Ms. Admire continues.

Tanwall is part of Allied Modular Building Systems, with manufacturing facilities in Nashville, Tennessee and Orange, California. Since 1989, Allied Modular Building Systems has secured its reputation as the best in the modular industry and with the recent growth of the tanning salon trade Allied Modular saw the need for an easier approach to the unique situations presented by salon designs. After providing more than a million square feet of office space, Allied Modular Building Systems launched TanWall™, providing an industry first with the innovation of SceneSations™ and SalonWall™.

For further information contact Kristina Admire at kadmire @ tanwall.com or call toll-free at 866-Tan-Wall or (866) 826-9255

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American Garage Floor Adds Tuff-Seal Tiles

American Garage Floor is pleased to announce they will now be offering Tuff-Seal Interlocking Watertight Garage Tiles.

Anderson, IN (PRWEB) November 14, 2006 -- American Garage Floor, a leader in distribution of tested garage flooring is once again proving why they are the leader in garage flooring solutions. To give consumers a greater selection they have added a patented, watertight garage tile solution from Tuff-Seal to their product line.

Tuff-Seal Tiles have a patented, watertight, interlocking joining system.

Each garage flooring brand brought to the consumers by American Garage Floor provides another solution for the consumers. Many consumers had been requesting a garage tile product that is actually watertight without any coatings or sealants. Tuff-Seal tiles are the answer.

Tuff-Seal Advanced Interlocking Floor Tile is easy to install. Its unique joining system permits tiles to be laid quickly and easily on any firm, flat surface using only a mallet, utility knife and other common tools. Most installations require no adhesive, just overlap, tap and its done.

Tuff-Seal's 1/4" (6.5mm) thickness provides for unmatched durability. Yet it's flexible enough to be used over uneven floors, providing a cushioned surface that's more comfortable to stand and work on than concrete, epoxy coatings and rigid plastic tiles.

Tuff-Seal is quiet, warm, fire and chemical resistant, flexible and will not crack. Tuff-Seal has the look and performance to enhance any interior application.

Quality products make American Garage Floor the only smart choice.
Instead of just carrying one or two garage flooring products, American Garage Floor now has four unique garage floor brands for consumers to choose from. They currently offer; Better Life Technology Pads, Lock-tile, SwissTrax Tiles, and now Tuff-Seal Tiles.

Keep in mind, these are not just items they have found to bring to you and sell for a profit, no, these products have been tested and approved by the installation specialists at American Garage Floor to provide the quality of garage flooring that is needed.

Visit http://www.AmericanGarageFloor.com or call us today with any questions: 1-800-401-4537.

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$130M Land Deal Outside Vegas to Double in Value

Real estate tycoons, land developers and major investment groups will be interested to know about two lots (640/625 acres) up for sale in White Hills for $130M, which will double in value once the Hoover Dam Bypass is completed in 2008.

White Hills, AZ (PRWEB) November 13, 2006 -- White Hills, Arizona is about to become the next suburb of Las Vegas once the Hoover Dam Bypass bridge opens in 2008. According to a local spokesman, "Real estate tycoons, land developers and major investment groups will be interested to know about two lots (640/625 acres) up for sale in White Hills for $130M, which will double in value once the bypass is completed."

Real estate experts estimate that the new bypass, scheduled to open in 2008, will knock 30 minutes off the commute and literally pave the way to a new Las Vegas bedroom community. Instead of winding their way for 3 miles over the dam, drivers will be able to take a straight shot across the Colorado River.

As major plans are already underway to create an oasis in the middle of Arizona desert, developers are anticipating an explosion in this area. The lots are close enough to be near all the action but far enough away to allow people to actually afford a home in close proximity to Las Vegas. Developers promise that home owners can look forward to getting twice the house at half the price, along with a much more convenient lifestyle out in the open space of the dessert.

Available lots up for sale include:
1. 640 acre lot (#15) 3 mile from Highway 93 @ $86,000.00 per acre.
2. 625 acre lot (#19) ½ mile from Highway 93 @ $120,000.00 per acre.

Additional information:
1. The area has been zoned for urban use including residential, commercial and industrial. 5 Single family homes per 1 acre / 12 townhouses per 1 acre or 25 condominiums per 1 acre. No greenery set-back due to desert living.
2. The Hoover Dam bypass will reduce the commuting time from Las Vegas to White Hills from an hour to about 30 minutes.
3. Highway 93 is designated by the federal government as the main leg of the CANAMEX corridor for international trade between Mexico, the U.S. and Canada.
4. Rhodes Homes received approval for his master-planned communities in White Hills.
5. Rhodes Homes sold 69 single family homes in four hours in September, 2005. Homes were being sold from $184,900.00 - $249,900.00 ranging in size from 1,623 - 2,360 square foot.
6. Projections show acreage in White Hills, Arizona will increase 50% by 2007 and 100% by the opening of the Hoover Dam bypass.
7. As of today the average single family home in Las Vegas, Nevada is $385,000.00, which is too expensive for the average blue collar worker, these workers are purchasing homes in Kingman, Arizona which is 45 minutes South of White Hills making their commute 1 ½ - 2 hours.

For more information about this exciting investment opportunity please contact Mr. Benny Reif at 954-801-2300.

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Research Shows Laing Thermotech Instant Hot Water Recirculation Pumps Save Energy and Water

More than 80 percent of customers say they install Laing Thermotech's instant hot water recirculation pumps for the convenience and time savings of having water instantly available at the faucet. Independent research reveals significant economic benefits from using the Laing Instant Hot Water Recirculation Pumps.

Chula Vista, CA (PRWEB) November 13, 2006 -– Instant hot water recirculation pumps from Laing Thermotech Inc. do more than offer consumers the benefit of having instant hot water in their home. They also conserve considerable energy and wasted water—which translates into substantial cost savings, according to independent research by consulting mechanical engineers Edward Saltzberg and Associates.

"Although Laing's products are best known as a convenience item to the average consumer, our ultra-efficient, low-energy-consumption pumps actually pay for themselves by reducing the homeowners' energy consumption and wasted water," said Scott S. Shimer, Laing's CEO.

Laing's Instant Hot Water Autocirc® Recirculation System, for example, costs less than 10 cents a day to run and can conserve enough energy to pay for itself in less than two years, Shimer says. Homeowners can save thousands of gallons of water each year, plus use less energy by not having to heat wasted water. By sending less water down the drain, they can also reap sewer savings.

According to independent study, consumers can save nearly $300 a year using the Autocirc System with an electric water heater. This is based on the water heater being set at an average temperature of 140º F, an incoming water temperature of 40º F, and running the pump four minutes per hour for 16 hours a day and 350 days a year. It is also based on electricity at $0.125 per kilowatt hour, water cost at $2.02/100 Ft³, and a sewer surcharge at $1.35/100 Ft³.

In addition to offering the Autocirc System for retrofit applications, Laing also sells a instant hot water recirculation product for new construction: the UltraCirc®. Both of these user-friendly systems give homeowners the advantage of having hot water almost instantly at every faucet and shower in their home. They:

• Install easily with the existing hot water supply line
• Require less energy to operate than similar products
• Contain a quiet pump that is almost inaudible when running
• Feature a low-flow design that helps to avoid pipe erosion problems
• Can be installed by a plumber or homeowner
• Are available from local plumbers and most home improvement stores

Laing is an industry pioneer that created the first practical do-it-yourself instant hot water circulation system. The company offers a variety of low-energy-consumption, fractional-horsepower pumps for residential, solar and industrial use. For more information about its complete line of leading-edge products, visit our Instant hot water web site.

About Laing Thermotech Inc.
Laing Thermotech Inc. is part of the Laing family of companies, which originated in Stuttgart, Germany in the early 1970's with the introduction of unique solar and pump products. Today, Laing primarily focuses on manufacturing fractional-horsepower pumps, flow-through heaters, and hydronic heating components. The company's products are sold worldwide, with sales and distribution operations in Germany, Japan and the United States, as well as a manufacturing, sales and distribution facilities in Hungary. Laing employs innovative technologies to create product designs that are reliable, compact, less expensive to install and operate, and easier to service in the field. The company holds a large number of registered patents in consumer, commercial and industrial markets.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Bob Hutslar, National Sales Manager Plumbing & Heating
(615) 575-7466 Ext. 112
bhutslar @ lainginc.com

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Cars for Homes™ Drives Week-long Habitat for Humanity® Home Building in the Gulf

Helping rebuild communities ravaged by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, Habitat for Humanity's Cars for Homes™ vehicle donation program is utilizing the revenues from a donated powerboat to sponsor one complete house and energy saving upgrades to others being built this week. Over a year after the hurricanes, Habitat for Humanity continues to fulfill its commitment to build simple, decent, affordable housing in the Gulf. Cars for Homes™ staff, corporate partners and volunteers from ten different states are joining with the Ginger Ford Habitat for Humanity affiliate to help build Rosario Louisa August, a widow, and her four children, a new home.

Tangipahoa Parish, LA (PRWEB) November 13, 2006 -- Helping rebuild communities ravaged by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, Habitat for Humanity's Cars for Homes™ vehicle donation program is utilizing the revenues from a donated powerboat to sponsor one complete house and energy saving upgrades to others being built by Ginger Ford Habitat for Humanity.

Cars for Homes™ staff and Habitat for Humanity (HFH) volunteers from ten different states, including corporate partners Waste Management and Charter Communications, are joining with the Ginger Ford HFH affiliate this week to begin building a home for Rosario Louisa August, a widow, and her four children. Rosario, Brittany, Alicia, Quinten and Terry have been living with family since their home was condemned after the hurricanes. Wanting to help others get into their homes, Rosario will be on site this Saturday with other future Habitat homeowner families who are working some of the sweat equity hours that help them qualify to purchase their own Habitat homes.

Over a year after the hurricanes, Habitat for Humanity continues to fulfill its commitment to build simple, decent, affordable housing in the Gulf. Through Habitat's Operation Home Delivery (OHD), Ginger Ford Habitat and twenty-three other HFH affiliates in the Gulf have received support in the form of grants, technical assistance, building materials, and volunteers. Framing packages produced by Habitat affiliates throughout the U.S. have been shipped to storm affected areas. HFH of Kansas City, Missouri, built and delivered ten framing packages that Ginger Ford HFH will turn into affordable homes this year, including the one that is being started this week.

Since 1994, Ginger Ford HFH has built 11 homes within the communities of Tangipahoa Parish and 14 homes in other countries through Habitat's Affiliate Tithe program. Blair Edwards, executive director of Ginger Ford HFH, explained the challenges of building at an accelerated pace to meet the tremendous need for affordable housing in the post-hurricane environment. "Our affiliate is increasing the number of builds from two-a-year to 12 in the next 12 months. This sounds awesome and it is; however, with the increased costs for land and delays obtaining the services of plumbers and electricians, it has been quite a challenge. OHD has provided us with resources to make things easier, but in a situation such as this, money doesn't cure all problems. With Cars for Homes and corporate sponsors like Waste Management and Charter Communications helping onsite with resources and employees, our job becomes much easier!"

On America Recycles Day, Tim Hawkins, Market Area Vice President for Waste Management of Louisiana, LLC explained his company's commitment to Habitat for Humanity and Cars for Homes™. "Waste Management has made a commitment to our customers to be responsible recyclers every day through the work we do in communities across South Louisiana and the nation. It's one thing to say that we support recycling. It's quite another to step up to the challenge. Waste Management supports the Cars for Homes program which in effect recycles vehicles into energy efficient homes. We encourage everyone to take the opportunity on Nov. 15 to do something for the environment for America Recycles Day, whether it's helping with a recycling project in your community, purchasing products made from recycled materials or simply making sure you place your aluminum, plastic and glass in your recycling bin."

Through its cable and communications networks, Charter Communications continues to generate awareness of the Habitat mission and how people can support local Habitat affiliates through car donations to Cars for Homes™. Kip Kraemer, Vice President/General Manager of Charter Communication's Louisiana operations stated, "What Habitat is doing in the Gulf, across the country and around the world is incredible, but it only happens when people make the choice to donate, volunteer and get involved locally to help families build homes and build hope in their community. As a local business serving people in their homes and workplaces, this project is a natural for Charter. We are thrilled to help Habitat for Humanity and the communities who patronize us and in which our employees live."

To help Ginger Ford HFH with land, building materials, cash or to volunteer to help build affordable homes in partnership with local families, call (985) 542-6866. To donate a car, truck, boat or RV to help Habitat for Humanity build homes in your local community, call 1-877-277-HFHI (4344) toll free or visit http://www.carsforhomes.org

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Schedule24™ Delivers Workforce Scheduling Software to the Small to Medium Enterprise

Schedule24 puts enterprise-class and affordable workforce scheduling on the desktop.

London, UK (PRWEB) November 13, 2006 -- Intellicate®, Ltd., a leading provider of employee scheduling software and services worldwide, today announced the latest versions of its product range Schedule24, with new features designed to extend and enhance the effectiveness of its all-in-one employee scheduling solution.

"This Schedule24 release is a leap forward in workforce scheduling technology," said Tim Lauriston-Mills, COO of Intellicate. "The faster scheduling information can be communicated to employees, the more efficient and responsive the businesses will be - it's that simple."
Lauriston-Mills continued "With this latest version we offer the user a whole new set of scheduling features. Our goal was to create software with all the functionality of an enterprise-class system, but without the large price tag."

Schedule24 offers many new features and enhancements, including a Microsoft Office style user interface.

"The all new interface makes navigating Schedule24 more intuitive and accessible. Plus, users now have an easier way to create schedules, access management information, and set up scheduling requirements."
Additional new features in Schedule24 include:

EasyStep Schedule Wizard - Powerful automated scheduling wizards get the manager off to a flying start. Schedules can now be generated within minutes.

Enhanced Collaboration Features - Employees from anywhere in the organization can view schedules and contact information using a web browser. This saves time and reduces costs related to publishing and distribution of schedules. Convenient access to information provides a more coordinated and efficiently deployed workforce.

Budget and Costs Monitoring - Dynamic display of working hours and complex budget costs, during the scheduling process provides an increased awareness when it is most needed. Over a short space of time, management style becomes increasingly proactive rather than reactive and more tuned to the profitability of the business.

For more information regarding Intellicate® Schedule24™ Professional ($950 U.S.) and Intellicate® Schedule24™ Standard ($162 U.S.), including purchasing information and a complete product feature list, visit www.intellicate.com">www.intellicate.com.
Lauriston-Mills concluded, "The new Schedule24 versions are another example of Intellicate's continued commitment to innovation and to providing scheduling applications that help people get value from the technology they use every day."

About Intellicate, Ltd.
Intellicate, Ltd. is a leading creator of employee scheduling software and services. Intellicate's vision is to make employee scheduling easy and more affordable. Its latest software, Schedule24, acts as the 'missing link' to tie together the heterogeneous assortment of sickness, vacation, and budgeting, and allow employees and employers to communicate with one another more easily. For more information, visit the company's website at www.intellicate.com">www.intellicate.com

Intellicate and Schedule24 are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Intellicate, Ltd. In the United Kingdom and/or other countries. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

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Business Design Corporation Announces: TouchStone Business System™ -- the On-line Operating Manual for Every Small Business

Business Design Corporation has formally released the new TouchStone On-line Business System™ for use by small business owner/operators everywhere. It is now possible to use the web environment to create a completely integrated, fully-customized, real-time "operating manual" for every small business.

Santa Rosa, CA (PRWEB) November 13, 2006 -- Business Design Corporation Announces: The TouchStone Business System™ -- the On-line Operating Manual for every small business.

Business Design Corporation has formally released the new TouchStone On-line Business System™ for use by small business owner/operators everywhere. It is now possible to use the web environment to create a completely integrated, fully-customized, real-time "operating manual" for every small business.

It has always been difficult for small business owners to systemize their businesses. They have struggled to build good working operating procedures and actually put them to work in the daily life of their business. The TouchStone Business System™, gives business owners the ability to see and build their entire business and all its parts.

Using TouchStone, owners and managers can create all the documented procedures for how to do any type of work. Every employee has an interactive job description. Click on the job description from the company's dynamic organizational chart and each of the position's task is linked directly with the work procedure that gets that task done right. Each employee now knows exactly what to do and how to get a good result at all times.

The TouchStone Business System™ is created in a Web environment so there is no software to load or manage. All that is needed is an internet connection and the company's Business System is right there, usable and accessible from any place in the world.

The TOUCHSTONE tool is well described on Business Design Corporation's new website www.BusinessDesignCorp.com. BDC is also offering a series of free business system development 'Webinars' (web-based seminars) which include a demonstration of TOUCHSTONE as it is used in the business development process. For further information about the Webinars send us an Email.

Contact Details:
Name: Michael Mills
Phone: 888-522-2325
Fax: 707-522-6251

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Sustainable Vinyl Featured At Green Building Expo

Recycled content, innovation, energy and cost savings

DENVER (PRWEB) November 13, 2006 -- Vinyl’s numerous energy-saving, environmental and health benefits are on display this week at the nation’s principal green building expo.

The three-day GreenBuild International Conference & Expo in Denver features green and sustainable products ranging from non-slip flooring made from 100 percent recycled vinyl to insulated vinyl forming systems for building foundations, energy-saving vinyl windows and roofing, and huge PVC sewer pipes made with recycled content.

Architects and designers are increasingly finding that vinyl’s infinite flexibility, durability and well-established, energy-saving qualities represent one of the most effective ways of meeting the evolving standards for green buildings, noted Vinyl Institute president Tim Burns.

An increasing number of home-building and major construction products are also now using recycled vinyl, Burns said. The Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association booth at GreenBuild features sections of sewer pipe made with post-consumer vinyl content, including recycled vinyl siding.

Oscoda Plastics of Oscoda, Mich., is showing its "Protect-All" slip-resistant, fire and water resistant specialty flooring made from 100 percent recycled vinyl. Protect-All flooring resists mildew and other bacterial growth and is non-corrosive, even when exposed to chemicals or grease.

John Rouse, national sales manager of Oscoda Plastics, said the company recycled six million pounds of post-industrial vinyl from the automotive and roofing industries last year alone to produce Protect-All flooring. The non-slip flooring is ideal, he said, for building entrances, gymnasiums, locker rooms, industrial kitchens, pool decks and automotive service garages.

Also of special interest to builders at this year’s expo is Energy Edge, the new, energy-saving vinyl insulated edge forming system for slab construction. Made by Energy Edge of Wichita, Kan., the system saves time and labor, conserves natural resources and helps buildings qualify for the Green Building Council’s LEED points, noted vice president Casey Barbour.

"We are being sought out by every aspect of the building industry because we are the first to provide a product that effectively and efficiently insulates the slab edge, completing the building envelope and meeting code," she said. Building and home owners not only enjoy significant energy savings, but a reduction in molds, mites and mildews that often build up in traditional floors.

Energy Edge was formally introduced at the World of Concrete in January of this year.

Contact:
John Brown
1-877-234-9749

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American Clay Earth Plaster Announces at USGBC New Key Distributors in the NE, SE & Gulf Coast; True-Faux Finish, Old World Qualities are Strong Draw

This USGBC, American Clay Earth Plaster -- the award-winning natural finish for interior walls and ceilings -- is proud to announce its newest key distributors, thereby expanding and firmly establishing the product’s presence in the U.S. Northeast and Southeast, and the Gulf Coast. While the products’ mold resistant properties make sense for these areas, the strongest draw was the true-faux and Old World nature of the earth plaster. American Clay will be exhibiting at the USGBC Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, Nov. 15-17, 2006, Denver, CO, Booth #1407, where they will also present continuous product demos.

Albuquerque, NM (PRWEB) November 13, 2006 -- This USGBC, American Clay Earth Plaster -- the award-winning natural finish for interior walls and ceilings -- is proud to announce its newest key distributors, thereby expanding and firmly establishing the product's presence in the U.S. Northeast and Southeast, and the Gulf Coast. While the products' mold resistant properties make sense for these areas, the strongest draw was the true-faux and Old World nature of the earth plaster. American Clay will be exhibiting at the USGBC Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, Nov. 15-17, 2006, Denver, CO, Booth #1407, where they will also present continuous product demos.

The new distributors are as follows (more information available at www.americanclay.com):
* DANA Wallboard Supply in Massachusetts is a 45-year old family-owned business that covers the Northeast and into Canada;
* Croydon Finishing in Alabama covers Georgia and the Panhandle -- they have also provided extensive plaster application services for Louis Vuitton and DKNY stores;
* Stucco Supply Co. will be distributing in the Carolinas; and
* Old World Finishes, LLC, in Baton Rouge is run by a remodeler and preservationist of 25 years, and will be supplying American Clay throughout Mississippi and Louisiana.

In addition to the easy of use and repair, large selection of colors and textures, non-toxicity, non-dusting, mold resistant properties, and, of course, the positive environmental effects, the true quality of the finish was the top reason for these distributors to sign on. "We came on board with American Clay because we feel it has potential in the Northeast high-end market," states Greg Dana, Owner of DANA Wallboard Supply. "It's an artsy type finish, it's a real faux finish, and it has a look that is unlike anything else. I also like that it's a renewable resource." American Clay has approximately 30 new, AC-trained applicators in the NE region.

Along the historically active south Gulf Coast region, especially post-Katrina and Rita, people share their concern daily with Bobby DeVillier, President and Owner of Old World Finishes, that they'll have to give up the former Old World appearance of their homes and use lime or cement plaster. That's when he pulls out American Clay and they flip. "It's the traditional architectural quality that American Clay achieves that really drew me in. It's mold-resistant potential is also important here in the wake of so much water damage, but since we pride ourselves on our historic style, it's the back-to-age-old quality of Old World-style finishes that really makes A.C. a perfect fit for us."

Carol Baumgartel, VP of Marketing and co-Founder of the company, states, "We're very excited about this expansion! With these distributors, we can now significantly offer the public and the architectural / design communities a range of sources for our products in these regions. They each have their specialty -- whether it be contractor supply, consumer supply, and/or focus on instruction. And they will all be offering training workshops."

As to American Clay's USGBC presence, the company will be providing continuous demos at their 20'x20' booth this year, says Baumgartel, "because scheduling demos, as in the past, just doesn't work. Once people come in and touch the material, they immediately want to play with it themselves or have us show them what fun, and how beautiful and easy it is."

Other American Clay news:
* American Clay will appear in Good Housekeeping's new and unique home renovation project, "Your Green House," that will set a standard for sustainable, environmentally responsible home-building. The home is on the Upper West Side of New York City, and the transformation of this brownstone to "green" will appear in the November supplement Your Good House and online at www.goodhousekeeping.com.
* In Colorado Springs, a privately-owned, 8000-sq ft French Country style home was the first Parade home to utilize the clay's "spray-on" technique developed by Founder and CEO Croft Elsaesser. Estimated time savings on the project: 30%. "The Parade Home garnered all but one award (Landscaping) in its category and everyone loved the clay," says applicator Deb Hall (Hall's Walls).
* American Clay is on display in the National Building Museum's new exhibition The Green House: New Directions in Sustainable Architecture and Design in Washington D.C.

ABOUT AMERICAN CLAY:
American Clay products -- the original Loma, the super-smooth Porcelina, and the new reclaimed shell-based Marittimo -- are applied much like a conventional plaster finish, but with none of the intrinsic problems of gypsum or cementitious plasters. It is a unique combination of clays, aggregates and natural pigments that offers builders and consumers a natural and elegant option. It is manufactured in and made of materials found in the U.S. American Clay Enterprises, Inc., is based in Albuquerque, NM, and its product is patent pending. The product and various workshops are available through their New Mexico office or through one of the growing number of retailers and distributors across the U.S. The website, www.americanclay.com, offers information on additional products, ordering, technical specifications, product application and additional resources and links.

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November 10, 2006

Stepping Out in Style—The Concrete Network Launches a New Section on Concrete Stairways

Decorative concrete stairways offer endless possibilities for creating a grand entrance. The Concrete Network's recently launched Stairs and Steps section explores the decorative options, designs, photos and more available to homeowners and builders.

Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) November 10, 2006 -A-Contractor">Find-A-Contractor service. The service provides visitors with a list of decorative concrete contractors throughout the U.S. and Canada, and is fully searchable by 22 types of decorative concrete work and 199 metropolitan areas throughout North America.

News image courtesy of Concrete Art. Attached photos courtesy of Elite-Crete.

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Sinclair to Offer Additional Real Estate at Auction

Higgenbotham Auctioneers International (HAI) announced today that their firm has been retained by Sinclair Marketing, Inc. to offer at auction 51 investment properties in nine states which include Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Utah and Wyoming. The sales will be held either on location or in centrally located ballrooms along the 6000-mile route and have been scheduled for December 1st – December 13th.

Lakeland, FL. (PRWEB) November 10, 2006 -- Higgenbotham Auctioneers International (HAI) announced today that their firm has been retained by Sinclair Marketing, Inc. to offer at auction 51 investment properties in nine states which include Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Utah and Wyoming. The sales will be held either on location or in centrally located ballrooms along the 6000-mile route and have