September 08, 2008
Core Utility Solutions Wins "Most Improved Contractor" Award
Core Utility Solutions, one of the UK's leading multi utility infrastructure companies, is celebrating after being named as Most Improved Contractor 2008 by West Lothian Council. Core won the award as part of the council's Considerate Contractors Scheme.
Glasgow, Scotland (PRWEB) September 8, 2008 -- Core Utility Solutions, one of the UK's leading multi utility infrastructure companies, is celebrating after being named as Most Improved Contractor 2008 by West Lothian Council. Core won the award as part of the council's Considerate Contractors Scheme.
The programme is designed to promote roadworks excellence and reduce inconvenience and frustration to road users and pedestrians during the installation of new gas, electricity, water and telecoms connections.
The award is testament to the hard work Core has put in over the past year to ensure that and gas, water and electricity connections as well as new telecoms supplies cause as little interruption on roads and streets as possible. The company has worked with the Council's Road Services department to consistently improve safety, value and service on its streetworks.
As part of the scheme, contractors are subject to inspections of roadworks sites throughout the county whilst carrying out gas, water and electricity utilities work. Results are reported on a monthly basis to ensure companies constantly adhere to a high standard of work. Instrumental in Core's win was its Broxburn team and engineering staff at the company's Tannochside base. Each have worked to ensure disruption is kept to a minimum and improve works on the public road network during the installation of utility supplies. The award was presented to Stuart Love and Keith Hogg from Core by Councillor Peter Johnston.
Peter Jones, UK Construction Director from Core said: "This is a fantastic achievement for Core. The award reflects our commitment to ensuring we are consistently building on our performance and achieving good results."
"Health and safety is of the utmost importance to Core, as is building on our reputation for delivering high quality gas, electricity, water and telecoms supplies."
The Considerate Contractor scheme is part of West Lothian Council's Capital Programme, set up in 2005 to ensure money invested in improving the roads in West Lothian is spent in the most cost effective way. Core has shown that it strives to be a first class supplier of residential and commercial utilities and winning this award will set a benchmark to many competitors.
About us: Core is known as one of the leading utilities companies in the UK. As a subsidiary of Scottish Power and the Iberdrola Group, Core has completed a wide range of development projects, including residential utilities, retail and industrial utilities, as well as sports stadia and leisure parks.
Core offers a wide range of bespoke utility services. Including gas, electricity, water and telecoms connections and serves an impressive client list, expertly satifisfying property developers and contractors across the UK.
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MiniCo Publishing Offers Free Webinar on RV & Boat Storage Condos
The next webinar in the Mini-Storage Messenger Self-Storage Developers' Webinar Series will focus on RV and boat storage condos, the newest trend in one of the fastest-growing niche markets in the U.S. self-storage industry. Presented by Caesar Wright, President of Mako Steel, Inc., the live webinar on September 24 will address feasibility, site layout and construction trends pertaining to the development of RV and boat storage condos. RK Kliebenstein, President of Coast-to-Coast Storage, will be a special guest presenter. The webinar will be sponsored by Mako Steel, Inc., and moderated by Poppy Behrens, Co-Publisher, MiniCo Publishing.
Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) September 8, 2008 -- It's not too late to participate in the next free webinar from MiniCo Publishing. RV and boat storage condos will be the focus of this webinar, the latest installment in the Mini-Storage Messenger Self-Storage Developers' Webinar Series. RV and boat storage is one of the fastest-growing niche markets in the U.S. self-storage industry, and condo-style storage is the newest service being offered to meet the needs of these customers.
Presented by Caesar Wright, President of Mako Steel, Inc., the live webinar on September 24 will address feasibility, site layout and construction trends pertaining to the development of RV and boat storage condos. RK Kliebenstein, President of Coast-to-Coast Storage, will be a special guest presenter. The webinar will be sponsored by Mako Steel, Inc., and moderated by Poppy Behrens, Co-Publisher, MiniCo Publishing.
The Mini-Storage Messenger Self-Storage Developers' Webinar Series offers informative monthly webinars free of charge to self-storage professionals and other individuals. For more information or to register, visit www.ministoragemessenger.com. Online registration is required for this free live event.
MiniCo Publishing, a division of MiniCo, Inc., publishes the Mini-Storage Messenger, the leading monthly trade magazine covering the global self-storage industry. Other publications include the bimonthly Self-Storage Now! magazine, the annual Self-Storage Almanac, and the annual Development Handbook.
Since 1974, Phoenix-based MiniCo, Inc. has been a self-storage leader providing superior specialty insurance programs, informative publications and valuable products and services created expressly for the self storage industry.
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GeoEye-1 Satellite Sensor Launched Successfully from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California
GeoEye-1 satellite sensor was successfully launched on Saturday, September 6, 2008 at 11:50:57 Hrs (PDT) aboard the United Launch Alliance (ULA) Delta II launch vehicle, procured from Boeing Launch Services, from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California.
Houston, Texas (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 7, 2008 -- GeoEye-1 satellite launched successfully from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. With the GeoEye-1 successful launch, GeoEye will be ready to start full commercial operations for GeoEye-1 imaging products a few months after launch. Immediately after launch there will be a 45- to 60-day engineering and calibration period.
For GeoEye-1 Satellite Sensor specifications Click Here.
Satellite Imaging Corporation customers interested in GeoEye-1 imaging products can order basic georeferenced, orthorectified image data for standard products or stereo imagery for the production of Digital Elevation Model (DEM) to support 3D terrain models for various applications including flight simulation, 3D terrain analysis and GIS projects.
GeoEye-1 will have the highest resolution of any commercial imaging system and be able to collect images with a ground resolution of 0.41-meters in the panchromatic or black and white mode. GeoEye's operating license from NOAA requires re-sampling the imagery to 0.50-meter resolution for all customers not explicitly granted a waiver by the U.S. Government. It will collect multispectral or color imagery at 1.65-meter resolution, a factor of two better than existing commercial satellites with four-band multispectral imaging capabilities (RGB and NIR) especially suitable for agriculture crop management.
GeoEye-1 is designed to have better than three-meter geospatial position accuracy, which means that customers can map natural and man-made features to within three meters of their actual locations on the surface of the Earth in reference to the WGS-84 reference system, without GPS derived ground control points . This degree of inherent accuracy will benefit customers requiring the best accuracy possible for commercial imaging, without requiring survey personnel on the ground to establish ground control points prior to Image data acquisition. By using only a couple of ground control points over large areas, sub-meter geospatial position accuracy can be obtained with orthorectification.
GeoEye-1’s optical telescope and high-speed digital processing electronics are capable of processing 700 million pixels per second. GeoEye-1’s camera allows for side-to-side extensions of the camera's 15.2 kilometer (9.44 miles) wide swath width or multiple images of the same target during a single pass to create stereo images.
GeoEye-1 satellite will complement GeoEye's current IKONOS satellite system, proven to be one of the best commercially available high resolution satellite sensors collecting mono and stereo image data in one pass. "With the addition of the GeoEye-1 satellite sensor, GeoEye's experienced Satellite Operation Management (SOM) team will have more imaging resources available to collect and deliver image data even faster than before and continue making deliveries on time." said Leopold Romeijn, President of Satellite Imaging Corporation of Houston, Texas.
The GeoEye-1 will collect imagery about 40 percent faster for panchromatic and 25 percent faster for multispectral collections. Together, the IKONOS and GeoEye-1 satellites can collect almost one million square kilometers of imagery per day. For time critical imagery, Satellite Imaging Corporation can now even faster collect and deliver image data to its ever growing customer base.
With the ability to revisit any location on the globe every three days, and at lesser resolution more frequently, GeoEye-1 will enable customers to receive imagery updates on a regular basis and is ideal for large-scale mapping projects. This capability will benefit a broad array of industries including national defense and intelligence, online mapping, state and local governments, environmental monitoring and land use management, oil and gas, mining, utilities, disaster management, insurance and others.
For more information about GeoEye-1 or IKONOS satellite imaging products and services, please contact;
Satellite Imaging Corporation
12777 Jones Road, Suite 370
Houston, TX 77070-4671
USA
Tel: (1) 832-237-2900
Website: http://www.satimagingcorp.com
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Charles Christianson Orangery Design and Build Services
This September marks the launch of the new Charles Christianson brand of luxury bespoke orangery design and build services.
(PRWEB) September 7, 2008 -- This September see's the launch of the Charles Christianson website, offering bespoke orangery design and build, also including hardwood conservatories created from only the finest timber and UPVC materials.
Charles Christianson were once known as Trentham Garden Conservatories but went under a re-branding when it was decided to offer a nationwide service rather than a localised one and specialise in the design and construction of luxury orangeries.
Now offering hardwood Orangeries and UPVC orangery design and build services throughout the UK, nationwide clients can enjoy the benefits of a Charles Christianson luxury Garden Room.
With a plethora of satisfied customers under the belt, Charles Christianson are working to becoming the UK's leading provider of high quality bespoke garden rooms, orangeries and hardwood conservatories. Starting with a nationwide launch of the new branding.
The all new Orangery UK website is now live with image galleries, online quote facility and detailed case studies for your viewing pleasure and can be found at www.orangeryuk.co.uk
You may also request a full colour glossy brochure on the new website, which can either be downloaded in PDF format to be viewed online, or you may request to have one mailed to you for the relaxed browsing of our products and services.
All Charles Christianson orangeries come complete with a full guarantee and the workforce is fully insured for total peace of mind, and can be designed to compliment both traditional building styles as well as modern and contemporary build types.
Charles Christianson offers a high quality bespoke orangery design and build service using only high quality hardwood timber and upvc, and manufactures to meet clients exacting requirements in Victorian, modern or contemporary style.
For more information please visit the orangery website - www.orangeryuk.co.uk.
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Mold Detections of Southern New Jersey's New DIY Mold Test Gaining Attention
There have been new services provided in the Philadelphia metropolitan area allowing home and business owners to do their own mold testing with the help of Mold Detection and Remediations Specialists.
Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) September 7, 2008 -- Mold Detections of Southern New Jersey's new DIY mold test and remediation service offering is getting a lot of attention. Since launching the new service a few months ago, several home and building owners in the Philadelphia, Delaware and Southern New Jersey region have used our DIY mold test services and remediation expertise to safely remove mold themselves from their properties, saving on average $2,000 per customer. Mold testing and remediation can be a risky and expensive issue, but with do it yourself testing, people and businesses get the guidance of a professional with a low price from doing it themselves.
Mold can cause a lot of damage to your health and your property. It is important to stay on top of things, whether moving in to a new building, or if anyone in your family begins showing signs of mold related illnesses. It can be very difficult and dangerous to get rid of mold when there is a problem and it is important to consult experts. Some may find it cost prohibitive to have a mold testing company come in and do these tests. Mold Detectoins of Southern New Jersey has helped to bridge the gap by providing their expertise and knowledge of the issue, but leaving the work to you, siginificantly reducing your out of pocket expense. Visit their site and learn more about what they offer. This company is contiually helping the public take care of this risky situation by increasing their services and methods to make this available to virtually anyone.
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Lockmart USA Launches Online Commercial Door Hardware Site
PopularHardware.com Provides Error-Free Selection Of Locks, Closers and Exit Devices Exclusively For Commercial Contractors, Developers, & Institutions.
Brooklyn, NY (PRWEB) September 6, 2008 -- Lockmart USA, an industry leader in locks and door hardware for real estate developers and commercial contractors, announced the launch of its new online store at www.PopularHardware.com. With PopularHardware.com, a complete line of IR Quick-Ship locks and door closers are now available in an easy-to-search format at low prices, all designed for error-free navigation and product selection.
Featuring top-quality brands of Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies such as Schlage, Von Duprin, and LCN, PopularHardware.com provides one-stop shopping for commercial contractors and developers to order the commercial hardware necessary. PopularHardware.com's wide-ranging catalog offers solutions for all types of door-exit and lock needs.
"We established PopularHardware.com so that developers and commercial contractors could find all their door lock and exit needs in one simple and easy-to-navigate site," says Henry Kay, Marketing Coordinator of Lockmart USA. "The site's functionality was designed to be intuitive while providing the most amount of options possible. Ultimately, it makes it easy to find exactly what you're looking for, no matter how specific."
PopularHardware.com's multi-tiered navigation uses a dynamically driven platform and is programmed to easily give viewers what they are looking for through a few simple clicks. First, viewers select the brand they want. Next, they select the product line, design, and finish. A list of product functions, each with its respective price, appears, along with mouseover descriptions to help viewers find exactly what they need. Finally, once a function is selected, viewers can input a quantity and calculate price -- including how much they save from the list price. This process narrows down the possibilities to determine the viewer's needs in an error-free process.
"PopularHardware.com isn't just about an immense catalog. We know that contractors and developers put a premium on finding the best price," says Kay. "Our prices are significantly lower than our competitors, and users can find out how much they're saving when they add products to their shopping cart."
PopularHardware.com also offers large quantity discounts, major credit card support (Visa, MasterCard, and American Express), and transactions verified secure by GeoTrust. Developers and commercial contractors needing additional door hardware, including hinges, door holders, and hospital latches, can also utilize convenient links to sister sites in the Lockmart USA family.
"Between PopularHardware.com, IvesHinges.com, ABHDoorHardware.com and SwingHinges.com developers, commercial contractors and institutions such as healthcare, hotels, motels, schools, and government facilities are benefiting immensely by finding just about anything they need for their doors," says Kay. "The launch of PopularHardware.com extends the reach of Lockmart USA and helps ensure its reputation of quality products, great selection, and the best prices available.
About Lockmart USA
Founded by door and hardware industry veterans, Lockmart USA operates a family of websites offering high-quality locks and door hardware at competitive prices, including bulk quantity discounts. Visit www.lockmartusa.com for more information.
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Innovative New Software Flags the End of Multilingual Workplace Training Woes
N.Ireland based software outfit, Bubble have developed a unique approach to the training of overseas workers. Following a stint in the United Arab Emirates, the team identified significant challenges in the communication of key messages to construction workers causing headaches to the site operators. In response to this and due to the relevance of the problem closer to home, Bubble developed SpeechBubble, a simple system for portraying safety messages in a multilingual format using their innovative Flick to a Flag system.
Belfast, UK (PRWEB) September 6, 2008 -- (http://www.speechbubble.ie) John Hill, Project Director of SpeechBubble said "...we set ourselves the task of promoting understanding across a wide spectrum of languages and literacy so we came up with the concept of using illustration and animation to offer visual stimulation and reinforcement. The resulting cartoon style has proved to be a breath of fresh air in a very traditional sector of the market, so we thought to ourselves, why should safety training be boring?"
Interest in the system has been received as far afield as Australia and the US and the company are considering distribution channel offers in these and other areas, in addition to alternative language support options.
The SpeechBubble developers have been delighted at the response the system has received and have already started planning topics for future releases. Also in development is an online multilingual translation portal which will allow users to submit training material to be presented in the required languages in the SpeechBubble system. The portal is expected to be of to appeal to a much wider spectrum of multilingual training needs than the topic driven products.
The simple system is just one small step in the right direction of harmonising workplace training regardless of ethnic origin or native tongues, but from the response to date, it's an overdue and welcome one.
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Dallas Replacement Windows and Energy Saving Home Improvements Featured On Dallas Remodeling Contractor Site
Texas-TLC Remodeling & Restoration, a Dallas remodeling contractor, today announced the launch of www.texas-tlc.com as an information portal for Dallas metro home owners to find information about home remodeling projects.
Irving, TX (PRWEB) September 6, 2008 -- Texas-TLC Remodeling & Restoration, a Dallas remodeling contractor, today announced the launch of www.texas-tlc.com as an information portal for Dallas metro home owners to find information about home remodeling projects. With articles being added almost every day and an online monthly newsletter of home remodeling tips the website is anticipated to quickly become Dallas's primary resource web site for home remodeling.
Future plans include educational guides on selecting a home improvement contractor, professional advice from expert home remodelers, and a question and answer forum for homeowners.
The web site will be an invaluable resource for Dallas metro area homeowners in finding accessible information to address their home remodeling needs. Information will be efficiently categorized for easy navigation.
Mario Rosales, president of Texas-TLC Remodeling & Restoration stated, "Our goal for the website is to be the best home and family resource guide for assisting all homeowners in the Dallas metro area," The depth of knowledge and resources www.texas-tlc.com offers is unparalleled."
About Texas-TLC Remodeling & Restoration - Texas TLC Remodeling and Restoration specialize in providing our clients with the highest degree of professionalism. With over 25 years in the Remodeling and Restoration business the owners teamed up to provide you with; excellent project management, unsurpassed quality of craftsmanship and unmatched client care services. For more information visit www.texas-tlc.com
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Sustainability and Safety Key Aims of HVAC Ductwork for New Liverpool Hilton
The prestigious 215 bedroom Liverpool Hilton, under construction and due to open in Summer 2009, will be supplied with HVAC ductwork by specialist contractor Senior Hargreaves. Kier Build Limited is the main contractor. Ductwork for air input and extract will ensure comfort and fire safety for guests and staff at the hotel. The contract also includes ventilation for 47 luxury apartments within the same building.
Manchester, UK (PRWEB) September 7, 2008 -- The prestigious 215 bedroom Liverpool Hilton, under construction and due to open in Summer 2009, will be supplied with HVAC ductwork by specialist contractor Senior Hargreaves. Kier Build Limited is the main contractor. Ductwork for air input and extract will ensure comfort and fire safety for guests and staff at the hotel. The contract also includes ventilation for 47 luxury apartments within the same building.
The Hilton hotel forms the final phase in the £920 million, 42 acre, Liverpool One development by Grosvenor. A striking curved building by international architects Aedas, it echoes the elegant lines of Bath's Royal Crescent. The hotel will overlook Chavasse Park, a new public open space. Lavish facilities including top class restaurants, bars, health club, meeting rooms and conference suites, will provide guests with a stay to remember.
Energy conservation is a key principle in the HVAC design. Heat recovery is therefore used on exhaust systems and rates of ventilation are closely related to occupancy and under the control of the building management system (BMS).
Heating and ventilation ductwork installation will take pace during a 43 week fit out phase. Kier Build is responsible for design, construction and management of the services fit-out with Kier's in-house M&E department. Hargreaves will supply and install backbone ductwork for air delivery and removal along with the smaller final connections.
For maximum flexibility and to give guests control, air input to bedrooms will be cooled or tempered by individual fan coil units regulated by room thermostat. This conditioned air will be delivered via a bulkhead plenum and grille into the room. Extract from bathroom pods will be via a single blade damper connection to 125mm galvanised ducts that feed into the main extract systems.
Plant rooms, some totally closed and others open to the sky, are located at mezzanine and roof level. Staff kitchens in the basement and the restaurant kitchen at ground floor level are ventilated by Hargreaves HFD kitchen extract fire duct. This is an insulated duct with access panels to permit thorough cleaning. Hargreaves standard specification stability, integrity and insulated HFD ducting is also used for smoke extract from the basement. HFD fire ducts are also used to supply the essential make-up air. The smoke extract ducts pass through the building to discharge safely at mezzanine plant room level.
The apartments are ventilated on a whole house basis with distribution via 204mm space saving plastic ductwork. These systems also have heat recovery, but are not connected to the hotel BMS. Continuous airflow is maintained at all times with facilities for occupiers to increase rates of air flow, heating and cooling as desired.
More Information
Phil Johnson, Senior Hargreaves, Tel. +44 (0)161 764 5082 Fax. +44 (0)161 762 2336
E-mail: pr @ senior-hargreaves.co.uk Web: www.hargreaves-ductwork.co.uk
Senior Hargreaves, Lord Street, Bury, Lancashire BL9 0RG, UK
High/low resolution images are on the web at www.ainsmag.co.uk/ha166/4541ha1a.htm
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Greenblock and Ashland Homes Begin Green Homebuilding in Ginn Reunion Resort
Insulated concrete form walls offer energy savings, hurricane protection
Orlando, FL (PRWEB) September 6, 2008 -- A new kind of home is taking shape in Ginn Reunion Resort, designed with energy efficiency and hurricane protection in mind.
Ashland Homes, based in Winter Park, Fla., is building a trio of two-story, 3,000 square-foot vacation residences in the luxury community using Greenblock insulated concrete form walls - foam formed concrete-filled walls that offer better insulation than traditional wood-frame or concrete-block constructed homes and can withstand hurricane-force winds.
The insulated concrete form walls can provide energy savings of up to 50 percent, are nearly sound-proof and are resistant to fire and termites. The seal-tight insulation created also offers better indoor air quality by keeping outside dirt and pollutants from working their way into a home. The materials do not support the growth of mold and mildew.
"We are quickly realizing the many additional green benefits of the Greenblock insulated concrete form walls," said Michael Nader, president of Ashland Homes. "The thermal resistance is so superior in Greenblock homes that we are working on developing a written two-year energy use guarantee for our homebuyers certifying that their cooling/heating energy use could be less than $50 per month."
While the three model homes are the first residences in Reunion to use insulated concrete form walls, Greenblock has constructed numerous structures throughout North America, including single-family residences, condominiums, towers and commercial structures during the 40 plus years the company has been in business.
"When completed, the Ashland Homes models will have all the luxury architectural details found within Reunion residences and will seamlessly blend into the community," said John Riddle, territory manager for Greenblock. "The most important detail that will set these homes apart from others in the neighborhood is their superior energy efficiency and storm resistance."
Manufactured by Greenblock Worldwide Corporation, based in Stuart, Fla., the insulated concrete forms lock together like giant Lego blocks, are reinforced with steel bars and filled with concrete. Unlike Styrofoam®, Greenblock insulated concrete form walls are environmentally-friendly, made of a recyclable foam that is free of chlorofluorocarbons which can deplete the earth's ozone layer.
The model homes, which open in Reunion's Patriots Landing neighborhood this fall, start at $499,000 and are among the most affordable environmentally-friendly homes on the market. Nearly five percent of homes being built in the U.S. today are using insulated concrete form walls, and that number is growing.
"Our primary buying market of vacation home owners, many of whom are overseas buyers, demand sustainable, energy efficient and structurally superior homes that offer comfort and peace of mind," Nader said. "We felt strongly that using Greenblock insulated concrete forms would offer a far greater value to the new home buyer than what they commonly see in the market today."
About Ashland Homes
Only a handful of home builders can stand the test of time, not for years but for generations. Ashland Homes (www.ashlandcompanies.com) has built a legacy of satisfied customers who appreciate the personal attention and the commitment to quality that a builder with local roots can offer. Among Ashland's recent completed projects is a 55-lot development in Volusia County's LPGA community offering a choice of seven models with every home located on the golf course, the water or a conservation area; The Greens at Westhaven, a combination of six gated communities located in Davenport, Florida, with 165 single-family homes; and more than 300 homes in such established communities as Bridgewater Crossing and Eagle's Ridge.
About Greenblock, Inc.
Greenblock Worldwide Corp (www.greenblock.com) is a manufacturer of Insulated Concrete Form wall systems for the residential and commercial building industries. With its roots in Europe over 40 years ago, today's Greenblock is an ICF Industry leader recognized for its outstanding design and ease of use. Over the years, a significant number of structures have been built with Greenblock, including projects that range from stem walls, basements, single and multi-story residences, apartments, condominiums, towers and even swimming pools. Government agencies, schools, commercial and light industrial companies are now recognizing the superior features of insulated concrete form-built structures and are beginning to utilize them for environmental, disaster resistance and energy conservation benefits.
About Ginn Reunion Resort
Ginn Reunion Resort (www.reunionresort.com) is a luxury golf resort in Orlando, Fla. that will feature up to 6,000 varied accommodations including single- and multi-family homes, condominiums and townhomes. Amenities include three signature golf courses, the Annika Academy, award-winning tennis, a boutique spa, a water park and state-of-the-art meeting space. Patriot's Landing is a neighborhood within Reunion featuring 187 home sites which offer single family, multi-bedroom homes with views of natural conservation areas, ponds or the Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course. Homes in this neighborhood feature distinctive two-story island styling with balconies, verandahs and gabled elevations. Ginn Reunion Resort is developed, owned and operated by Ginn Development Company, LLC, of Celebration, Fla., a privately-held resort development and management firm specializing in exclusive leisure lifestyle and vacation destination communities throughout the United States and the Caribbean.
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DwellGreen's "Greenest Building in Florida" Wins Four 2008 Aurora Awards for Excellence in High-Performance Building
A Florida home built by Sarasota's DwellGreen, Inc. has won four 2008 Aurora Awards, including one Grand Aurora, for excellence in the category of green building. This home was previously certified in June 2008 by the Florida Green Building Coalition as the highest performing green home in Florida built to date.
Sarasota, FL (PRWEB) September 5, 2008 -- A North Port, Florida house built by DwellGreen, Inc. (www.dwellgreen.com ) received four 2008 Aurora Awards (www.theauroras.com ) for excellence in high-performance green building. The house, located at 12020 DeSoto Dr. in North Port, won one Aurora and one Grand Aurora award respectively in the category of Green Construction--New Production Builder Spec Model, and one Aurora Award each for Water-wise Home and Energy Efficient Home --Detached Single-Family categories respectively.
Each year, the Aurora Awards recognize the Southeast's most outstanding builders, planners, architects, developers, designers, interior merchandisers and other housing-related professionals within a 12-state region.
"The North Port home is expected to reduce the homeowner's operating costs by 60% or more, while delivering them a fantastic Florida lifestyle," says John Lambie, president of DwellGreen, a network of experienced affiliates who specialize in high-performance green home improvement ("eco-retrofitting"), and in new home construction.
"This project is unique in that it exemplifies how building methods and technologies have changed over the last 10 years," says Drew Smith, DwellGreen partner and president of the green consulting firm Two Trails, Inc. (www.twotrails.net/) "It shows that a home can be built to achieve a high green score without spending more than it would have cost for a traditionally built home."
The award-winning DwellGreen home integrates many of the latest best-practice materials and techniques in high-performance green construction. DwellGreen network companies that provided services and materials for the house included HomeFront Homes, (www.homefronthomes.com ), McCall Engineering, Terry Osborn Architects, Calcs-Plus (www.calcs-plus.com ), MyGreenBuildings (www.mygreenbuildings.com ), Mirasol Fafco Solar (www.mirasolfafco.com ), Two Trails, Inc. (www.twotrails.net ), Whirlpool appliances, Taz Tile and Marble, Babe's Plumbing of Venice, Toto Plumbing Fixtures, Kimal Lumber, Eco-$mart Inc. (http://www.ecosmartinc.com/ ), Tom Tynes Cabinet and Finish, Mike Holsinger Landscape Consulting, J.D. Vie Landscape Consulting.
"The Home Front Homes Panelized Construction System enables this house to withstand winds more than 200 miles per hour," says Lambie, "and these panels also helped the house achieve high certification scores for energy efficiency and use of recycled materials." Lambie further increased the home's energy efficiency by using Low-E windows, solar water heating, a water-cooled air conditioning system with heat-pipe dehumidification, and by running ducts in air-conditioned space--a process made simple by the Home Front Homes panelized construction system.
The Auroras are not the only recognition this DwellGreen home has received. In June 2008, it was given the highest score by the Florida Green Building Coalition (www.floridagreenbuilding.org) for Florida Green Building certification. At a prestigious 226 points, the home officially became "The Greenest Building in Florida" built to date.
DwellGreen uses scientific analysis to measure a home's performance in a variety of key categories of structural integrity, energy efficiency and watershed balance. The results become the basis of a strategic plan for home improvement. DwellGreen analyzes and monitors the results of work to make sure the green objectives are met. "The North Port home shows how the DwellGreen strategic design process can give Florida homeowners a higher quality of life and greater peace of mind," says Lambie.
And it's a highly affordable lifestyle, as well. The DwellGreen home at 12020 De Soto in North Port is currently for sale. Choose to go "off the grid" for just under $269,000.00 (after rebates and tax credits), which includes a solar photovoltaic system option, or $239,000 without the solar photovoltaic system.
Lambie, president of DwellGreen, is the former executive director of the Florida House Institute for Sustainable Development in Sarasota.
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Certified Hurricane Specialists Announces the Introduction of Totally Clear Hurricane Shutters Capable of Withstanding 200MPH Winds
Certified Hurricane Specialists announced today that it has launched a new updated website promoting its totally clear hurricane shutters. Their clear hurricane shutters offer a major departure from current shutter options in that they are optically clear and flat; allowing the homeowner to see through them with a totally unobstructed view.
Tampa Florida (PRWEB) September 5, 2008 -- Certified Hurricane Specialists announced today that it has launched a new updated website promoting its totally clear hurricane shutters. Their clear hurricane shutters offer a major departure from current shutter options in that they are optically clear and flat; allowing the homeowner to see through them with a totally unobstructed view.
"Other clear hurricane shutters are corrugated or rippled and not entirely clear", said Barb Keslinke, President of Certified Hurricane Specialists, "ours are flat and optically clear so that they can barely be recognized as shutters from even the shortest distance. The corrugated types obstruct the homeowners' view of the outside world. Our product eliminates the feeling that the family is in a cave unable to see what's happening outside. There are individuals that feel claustrophobic when a more traditional shutter is installed on the home. There can be significant comfort in being able to see what's happening around your home in a hurricane while being securely protected by clear hurricane shutters. We offer fully installed shutters as well as do it yourself (DIY) hurricane shutter kits so that quality hurricane protection is now available to everyone. Because our hurricane shutters don't alter the look of the home they can be left up all year long or easily removed and stored. Bottom line - this is a 200 mph tested and approved product that will not only protect your home but will also reduce your energy costs and not change the look of your home at all."
Certified Hurricane Specialists and their affiliates have more than 20 years experience in the field of Hurricane Shutter protection, contracting services and general hurricane expertise. All of the CHS hurricane shutters and other hurricane products are tested and certified to the highest standards, Florida Building Code, Miami Dade, International Building Code, NAMI and the Texas State Insurance Commission. CHS offers all types of hurricane shutters including roll down aluminum shutters, bahama shutters, accordion shutters, and 4 different types of screen protection, mesh shutters, garage door protection and totally clear shutters.
Certified Hurricane Specialists offer totally clear hurricane shutters in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas. Qualified dealers are encouraged to contact CHS concerning opportunities to represent and install these optically clear hurricane shutters in their respective markets. All CHS hurricane shutters are available for both residential and commercial applications.
For more information about clear hurricane shutters visit http://www.chsone.com.
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Buckingham Group Contracting Wins Acclaimed Safety Award
Successful Construction Contractor, Buckingham Group Contracting is proud to announce it has been awarded an International Safety Award from leading training and advisory body, the British Safety Council.
(PRWEB) September 5, 2008 -- The International Safety Award is given to organisations who demonstrate good safety policies, a commitment to health and safety at the highest level, and also who endeavour to improve the safety culture within their organisation. They must detail their health and safety officers' qualifications and provide information about significant advances they have made in health and safety for the year.
The prestigious award, praised by Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, was recently presented to Buckingham Group at a ceremony and banquet at London's prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel.
Mr Brian Nimick, Chief Executive of the British Safety Council, said: "For more than 50 years, we have led the way in promoting health, safety and environmental best practice in society. In the 21st century, many organisations worldwide are now making health and safety a top priority. Through achieving an International Safety Award, Buckingham Group Contracting Ltd is helping to make our vision of a safe working environment a reality."
Prime Minister Gordon Brown added his support: "I am delighted to send my congratulations to all of those organisations being presented with an award by the British Safety Council. These awards recognise the crucial success that these organisations and their employees have achieved in their pursuit of excellence in the management of health, safety and environmental matters at an international level".
"We are extremely proud to have been recognised for our ongoing commitment to implementing and maintaining robust health and safety management systems which ensure the safety and well-being of our employees, our suppliers and customers, as well as the public", said Adrian Stammers, Company HSEQ Manager for Buckingham Group.
One of the fastest growing Main Contractors in the UK, Buckingham Group have established themselves as leading Land Regeneration, Civils, Construction and Rail Contractors, undertaking significant multi-disciplinary construction projects across a wide range of sectors.
Further information can be found at www.buckinghamgroup.co.uk
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Buckingham Group Bridges the Grand Union Canal
Named the UKs 20th largest Civils Contractor in New Civil Engineer's '2008 Contractor's File', Buckingham Group Contracting is pleased to record that it has successfully completed the placing of 12 Precast Concrete Bridge beams over the Grand Union Canal at Northampton.
Milton Keynes, UK (PRWEB) September 5, 2008 -- The 19m long beams will form the bridge deck for a new road bridge over the Grand Union Canal at Rothersthorpe located on the A43 at the 15A junction of the M1 motorway, adjacent to the Rothersthorpe Motorway Services. The new bridge is necessitated by the dualling of the single carriageway link road at this busy motorway junction.
Working alongside live road traffic, utilising a 500 tonne Liebherr Crane with 165 tonne counterweight, Buckingham installed the 12 new beams that weighed a maximum of 55 tonnes in a seven hour window at the end of July. The canal remained open to traffic during lifting operations, with boats stopped and controlled by banksmen as each individual beam was placed.
Site Agent Sian Pitchford commented 'With good weather on our side, all went according to plan and we are pleased to have completed the beam lifts early in the day. This enables us to push forward with the road and bridge construction in time for the October Completion date.'
Buckingham's overall Design and Build Contract Value is approximately £3.4m, with a 40 week programme period. The client is ProLogis Developments under a Section 278 Agreement with the Highways Agency. Carillion-URS is supervising the works on behalf of the Highways Agency.
One of the fastest growing Main Contractors in the UK, Buckingham Group have established themselves as leading Land Regeneration, Civils, Construction and Rail Contractors, undertaking significant multi-disciplinary construction projects across a wide range of sectors.
Further information can be found at www.buckinghamgroup.co.uk.
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Greenblock Unveils New Corporate Logo
New Logo Reflects Company's Longevity as well as Ongoing Commitment to Green, Sustainable Construction
Stuart, FL (PRWEB) September 5, 2008 -- Greenblock Worldwide Corporation (www.greenblock.com), a leader and pioneer in the insulated concrete form (ICF) industry, has announced the unveiling of a new corporate logo. "Greenblock has always been a great name for our company, considering the industry that we're in," said Steve Reiter, vice president of marketing for Greenblock. "Our goal for the new logo was two-fold; we wanted a more modern look that further emphasized our green building focus, and we wanted to bring attention to the fact that Greenblock has been in the ICF business for over forty years," continued Reiter.
In fact, Greenblock originated in Europe in 1967 as "Argisol". The original design, created by a Swiss engineer, set the standard for the ICF industry that slowly emerged throughout North America. That original design was not much different than it is today. A conversion from Metric to Imperial measurement, an enhanced product line and a few integral modifications to optimize job site performance, has resulted in an ICF that has an industry reputation for versatility, toughness and ease-of-use.
Structures built with insulated concrete forms are hurricane and tornado resistant, energy efficient, clean, quiet and comfortable. Because of these attributes ICFs are ideal for single and multi family residences, schools, churches, hospitals, theatres, hotels and government buildings.
For more information about Greenblock, please call us at (800) 216-1820 or visit our web site at www.greenblock.com.
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The Grove, a New Resort-like Housing Option Opens for Troy University Students
The Grove, a recently opened premier student housing community in Troy, AL offers students an amenity-rich option for college living. The apartments are fully furnished, with private bedrooms and private baths, and are leased individually with a set monthly rate that includes cable, internet and a utility allowance. This student housing model, as seen in The Grove, is changing the way students experience college living across the country.
Troy, AL (PRWEB) September 5, 2008 -- The Grove, a recently opened premier student housing community, offers students an amenity-rich option for college living. The apartments are fully furnished, with private bedrooms and private baths, and are leased individually with a set monthly rate that includes cable, internet and a utility allowance.
Eliminating the hassle of collecting rent from roommates and splitting bills, students enjoy a less stressful housing situation, allowing them to focus on their studies and take advantage of the amenities their new home offers, such as a 24-hour on-site gym, library, pool, tanning booths, and clubhouse.
This lifestyle-oriented living experience is strongly supported by the dedicated, student-focused, property management team. The staff at The Grove are trained to create an environment that is a safe, secure and fun place to live. They also coordinate events that help prepare students for a successful life after college, which may include philanthropic events, educational seminars, and other student-driven activities.
The Grove at Troy has 192 units with a total of 514 beds. To date, there are a total of 18 operating Grove locations across the nation and 12 new communities ready to start construction by 2009. Campus Crest, The Grove's parent company, is seeing a growing demand for its product. This student housing model, as seen in The Grove, is changing the way students experience college living across the country.
About The Grove
The Grove, owned and operated by Campus Crest Communities, is an innovative model for college lifestyle residences. The concept and design reflect what studies have shown appeal to the students and the markets in which they live. The combination of furnished rooms, lifestyle amenities, safety, and easy access to campus, makes the choice simple for parents and students alike. Currently there are 18 Groves in nine states with 12 new properties planned to open in 2009. For more information, please visit www.gogrove.com.
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Thomas Equipment Showcases Thomas Skid Steer Loaders at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show
Canada's Outdoor Farm Show will showcase Thomas Skid Steer Loaders, September 9th to 11th as President & CEO Petter M. Etholm says Thomas has a strong tradition of serving farmers.
Woodstock, Ontario, Canada (PRWEB) September 5, 2008 -- Thomas Equipment Inc. is demonstrating farm use of its full line of Thomas Skid Steer Loaders and attachments at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show, September 9th to 11th at Canada's Outdoor Park in Woodstock.
Petter M. Etholm, President, said, "Thomas, now celebrating its 45th Anniversary since introducing the first Hydrostatic Thomas Skid Steer Loader, was founded by the Thomas brothers, who began the company's great tradition of serving farmers."
Canada's Outdoor Farm Show, celebrating its 15th Anniversary, has nearly 700 exhibitors and total exhibit space of more than two million square feet. A show that brings technology to farmers with first hand demonstrations, its attendees have an estimated annual buying power of $2.3 billion.
Gilbert Bedard, Vice President of Global Sales, said, "The Thomas line of skid steer loaders adds value to farmers' daily use, from the nimble Thomas 85 and Thomas 105 that can turn within a barn stall, to the muscular 153 and high lift 175 and the powerful Thomas 250 that can carry 2,500 pounds with ease."
Arun Bhatnagar, Regional Business Manager, said, "Thomas meets farmers' needs with a complete range of Thomas Skid Steer Loaders, designed to meet the particular needs of any farm. Thomas skid steers move with power and agility to hoist and stack bales, dig trenches, grade ground, clear brush, carrying rocks and sod or clean up. We are proud that Thomas skid steers are often handed down one generation to the next, clearly demonstrating the long-term rugged dependability."
Thomas Skid Steer Loaders and attachments are being displayed at Lot number SM-728, near entrance 9, between the 7th and 8th Lanes South.
Thomas Equipment is online at www.thomasloaders.com, where farmers can learn more about Thomas Skid Steer Loaders.
Thomas Equipment Inc. is a unit of Osiris Corporation (OSRS), www.osiriscorp.net, which provides a variety of branded and other products to industrial markets through subsidiaries including: Thomas Equipment Inc.; Thomas Equipment Asia Co. Ltd.; Thomas Ventures, Inc., Pneutech-Rousseau, Inc. and TcomT Inc. Osiris' units manufacture and market industrial and construction equipment, distribute pneumatic and hydraulic systems and design wireless devices for the telecommunications industry, among other activities.
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Motion Announces New Offerings for its Most Rugged Tablet PCs -- Smart Card Reader and EasyConnect USB/Ethernet Module Improve the Usability and Enhance Security Options
Motion Computing®, a leader in mobile computing and wireless communications, today announced the availability of two new options that improve the usability and security of the F5 Tablet PC and C5 Mobile Clinical Assistant (MCA). The new smart card reader enables companies to improve the security of critical data by enhancing authentication processes. Additionally, the EasyConnect USB/Ethernet Module allows for easy connection to other devices or local area networks (LAN), without sacrificing the durability and protection offered by the fully sealed, protective design of the rugged tablet PCs.
Austin, TX (PRWEB) September 5, 2008 -- The optional, integrated smart card reader, manufactured by ITG OMNIKEY® supports both Windows® XP and Vista® operating systems and features an ExpressCard™ interface, a transmission speed of 12 Mbps, and the highest reading performance rate on the market today. Additionally, the EasyConnect USB/Ethernet module is lightweight, easily connects to the devices' docking connector, and features one 2.0 USB port and one 10/100 Ethernet port.
In addition to the new technology options, Motion® is announcing the new F5 Display Protection Plan (DPP). Now, in addition to the F5's industry-leading, three-year, field-ready warranty that covers damage from short drops (approx. 30 inches) and ordinary course exposure to rain and dust, customers can now purchase the DPP additional coverage which allows them to have eligible damaged displays replaced at no charge, including shipping.
"These additions will help our customers continue to improve productivity by equipping mobile workers with tablet PCs that enable them to work no matter where work takes them, whether it be the patient bedside or a construction site," said David Altounian, President and COO of Motion. "Motion continues to develop solutions that improve mobility and complement, not compromise, the rugged design that is critical to professionals that work in harsh or highly mobile environments."
A variety of features make both the C5 and F5 rugged devices able to withstand the harsh environments often associated with highly mobile workforces.
* A lightweight, magnesium alloy internal frame that delivers structural rigidity
* A rubber Elastomer overmold that adds protection against bumps and drops
* Chemical-resistant resin that is easy to clean/disinfect
* A sealed design to help protect from harsh environmental conditions such as exposure to dust and moisture
* Optional Solid State Drive (SSD) for extreme shock and vibration protection
* Shock-mounted display and hard disk drive (HDD) with DataGuard™, an accelerometer that protects data during drops or other events that could damage the hard drive
* A Motion exclusive thermal management system that protects from data loss
Motion is also announcing the Carry Sleeve, a full-cover case designed specifically for the C5 and F5 that provides a shoulder strap, hand strap and easel for an easy hands-free work environment. The Carry Sleeve is the latest addition to Motion's in-the-field productivity peripherals that expand options to more easily transport, charge and utilise the C5 and F5 while away from the office or standard docking station. Also available are the:
* Motion Mobile Dock. Offers the convenience of docking in almost any location, such as a vehicle, wall or cabinet, and features full port replication and charging capabilities
* Motion Flex Carry. An attachable, ergonomic solution that provides alternate methods for carrying the devices throughout the workday - it includes shoulder and hand straps and easily fits into the standard docking station for uninterrupted workflows
* ReadyDock. A multi-tablet storage and charging station from ATS for optimal space management and workflow improvement
The F5, the latest tablet PC from Motion, is a rugged, highly mobile PC that provides electronic clipboard functionality and is the ideal productivity tool for field workers who compute and enter data while standing or walking. Its lightweight, rugged design and integrated features provide onsite, real-time productivity in the harshest environments. Mobile professionals across construction, field sales and service, government and insurance are using the F5 because it provides all of the durability and functionality of a rugged PC without the extra weight and price associated with traditional, fully rugged devices.
"The F5 is the ideal tool for our water conservation teams that spend the majority of their time away from the office and are often required to work outside in unpredictable weather environments," said Ted Calloway, Technology Analyst for Denver Water. "The rugged, fully sealed exterior ensures that the tablet PCs will remain protected despite changing environmental conditions and the lightweight, highly mobile design with convenient tablet input helps our mobile employees be more productive while in the field."
The C5, the industry's first Mobile Clinical Assistant developed in collaboration with Intel®, is a hospital-grade device that is proven in healthcare environments. It's rugged, disinfectable design and integrated features provide improved productivity while supporting the Patient's Rights. In a series of clinician usability studies conducted with leading healthcare organisations, the C5 has proven to improve point of care documentation, enhance clinician satisfaction, reduce transcription error rates, increase clinician productivity and improve clinical documentation accuracy.
The smart card reader and the EasyConnect USB/Ethernet module are available now, and the Carry Sleeve will begin shipping in October.
For more information, visit www.motioncomputing.com.
For a list of reseller partners visit www.motioncomputing.com/buy/index.asp.
For inquiries visit www.motioncomputing.com/about/contact_international.asp.
About Motion Computing
Motion Computing is a mobile computing and wireless communications leader, combining world-class innovation and industry experience so professionals in vertical industries such as healthcare, field sales and service and government can use computing technology in new ways and places. The company's enhanced line of tablet PCs, mobile clinical assistants and accessories are designed to increase productivity for on-the-go users while providing portability, security, power and versatility. Motion combines those products with services and unique vertical market knowledge to deliver robust solutions -- platforms, peripherals, services and wireless -- customised for the needs of a particular industry. For more information, visit www.motioncomputing.com.
Motion Computing and Motion are trademarks or registered trademarks of Motion Computing, Inc, in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
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Four Companies Collaborate to Present Virtual Conference on Field Mobility in Construction
AT&T Wireless, Motion Computing, Vela Systems and Reed Construction Data to sponsor four sessions featuring Skanska USA Building, Cianbro and William A. Berry & Son on themes such as green building, BIM, efficiency and safety.
(PRWEB) September 5, 2008 -- Vela Systems, a developer of mobile field software for the AECO (Architecture-Engineering-Contractor-Owner) industry, today announced that along with AT&T Wireless, Motion Computing and Reed Construction Data it will present a four-part Webinar Series on Field Mobility in Construction. Attendees will learn how field software, tablet PCs and wireless connectivity are being used by AECO professionals to deliver significant benefits to the jobsite.
The first online session will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 1:00 p.m. EDT. Three more sessions will follow on subsequent Wednesdays at the same time.
The four sessions are:
* Sept. 10: Field Mobility as a Key Productivity Tool for Contractors - Measuring Real Results
Frank Converasano, superintendent with Skanska USA Building, will explain how his team has used a new generation of tablet-PCs, field software and wireless mobility on construction at a North Carolina Cancer Hospital. The technology has allowed Skanska to replace paper documents, save significant time, reduce costs, and lower project risk.
* Sept. 17: Green Construction and the Paperless Jobsite
Brian Watson, senior project manager for Cianbro at the DestinyUSA project in Upstate New York, will explain how field mobility has enabled a paperless jobsite on what has become a national model for green construction practices.
* Sept. 24: BIM Beyond Design: Using Building Information Models for Costing, Construction and More
Arol Wolford, president of the Construction Market Data Group at Reed Construction Data, and Josh Kanner, co-founder and vice president of Vela Systems, will detail how construction organizations have tied field data to BIM to extend it beyond design to include estimating, materials tracking and cost management.
* Oct. 1: Field Mobility and Safety Tracking - Measuring and Managing Safety
Peter Campot, CEO of William A. Berry & Son, will discuss how his firm has used field software, tablet PCs and connectivity to drive consistent measurement, verification and reporting of their award-winning safety program.
"The AECO industry is in the midst of a technological revolution that is transforming work in the field," said Tim Curran, CEO of Vela Systems. "Through the cooperative efforts of AT&T, Motion Computing and Vela Systems, the leaders presenting in these virtual conferences have been able to speed project delivery, improve safety, save money and heighten quality."
To register for any of these events, please visit http://www.velasystems.com/redir/virtualconf1
About Vela Systems
Vela Systems is The Leader in Field Software for the AECO Industry™. Vela Systems software streamlines and accelerates all field processes in construction and capital projects. By replacing their field notebooks with Vela software and Tablet PCs, Vela's customers save 5-10 hours per week per user, accelerate project delivery by two days per month, capture the true Cost of Quality™ and reduce litigation risk through standardized documentation. Vela's suite of modules includes field reports, safety inspections, work lists, punch lists, schedule updates and many other critical field activities. Industry leading architects, engineers, contractors and owners agree that Vela Systems helps them Work Faster, Collaborate Easier, and Finish Sooner™. To see how Vela's customers are improving construction delivery from Las Vegas to Dubai, please visit www.velasystems.com or call 888.VELA.SYS.
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The Grove, A New Resort-like Student Housing Option Opens in Cheney for Eastern Washington University Students
The Grove, a premier student housing community opening in mid-September, offers students an amenity-rich option for college living. The apartments are fully furnished, with private bedrooms and private baths, and are leased individually with a set monthly rate that includes cable, internet and a utility allowance. This student housing model, as seen in The Grove, is changing the way students experience college living across the country.
Cheney, WA (PRWEB) September 5, 2008 -- The Grove, a premier student housing community opening in mid-September, offers students an amenity-rich option for college living. The apartments are fully furnished, with private bedrooms and private baths, and are leased individually with a set monthly rate that includes cable, internet and a utility allowance.
Eliminating the hassle of collecting rent from roommates and splitting bills, students enjoy a less stressful housing situation, allowing them to focus on their studies and take advantage of the amenities their new home offers, such as a 24-hour on-site gym, library, pool, tanning booths, and clubhouse.
This lifestyle-oriented living experience is strongly supported by the dedicated, student-focused, property management team. The staff at The Grove are trained to create an environment that is a safe, secure and fun place to live. They also coordinate events that help prepare students for a successful life after college, which may include philanthropic events, educational seminars, and other student-driven activities.
The Grove at Cheney has 192 units with a total of 512 beds. To date, there are a total of 18 operating Grove locations across the nation and 12 new communities ready to start construction by 2009. Campus Crest, The Grove's parent company, is seeing a growing demand for its product. This student housing model, as seen in The Grove, is changing the way students experience college living across the country.
About The Grove
The Grove, owned and operated by Campus Crest Communities, is an innovative model for college lifestyle residences. The concept and design reflect what studies have shown appeal to the students and the markets in which they live. The combination of furnished rooms, lifestyle amenities, safety, and easy access to campus, makes the choice simple for parents and students alike. Currently there are 18 Groves in nine states with 12 new properties planned to open in 2009. For more information, please visit www.gogrove.com.
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September 04, 2008
Lamp Included Option Now Available With Prescolite's Architektur and Liteframe Families
Allows "one stop shopping" benefits
Greenville, S.C. (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 4, 2008 -- Prescolite is excited to announce that CFL lamps are now an option on new pricing sheets for Architektur and LiteFrame products. By streamlining this process, it is easier than ever for distributors and designers to specify lamps for a variety of architectural environments.
The lamp included option ensures compatible lamps with shipping and offers convenient "one stop shopping." Additionally, the lighting designer can be confident that the color temperature and wattage are appropriate for the project.
Prescolite, a division of Hubbell Lighting, is a major manufacturer of high performance down lighting, track lighting, and surface lighting serving commercial, industrial and residential markets. Literature, specifications and pricing information is available from Prescolite, 701 Millennium Drive, Greenville, S.C. 29607. Telephone: (864) 678-1121. Fax: (864) 678-1141. Visit Prescolite online at www.prescolite.com.
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ConcretePoolDecks.org: New Website Outlines the Many Advantages of Concrete Decks
New website, ConcretePoolDecks.org provides all-inclusive information on pool decks to help consumers get most out of their investment. The site covers design ideas, popular concrete deck surfaces, layout considerations, concrete benefits and includes numerous photos.
Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) September 4, 2008 -- Recently launched, ConcretePoolDecks.org is a comprehensive website that has been designed to inform consumers on the many advantages associated with concrete pool decks and their decorative concrete options. Covering topics from popular surfaces and location tips, to design ideas and an extensive gallery of deck photos, the site's goal is to provide specific and detailed information for today's homeowner.
According to statistics from the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals, homeowners actually spend more time on their pool decks than in the pool itself. For this reason, ConcretePoolDecks.org was developed, to show that properly designed pool decks can offer many different uses.
Installing a new pool or planning to resurface an existing pool? This site educates consumers on the proper design considerations for creating a functional pool deck. It includes five common design mistakes to avoid, six ways to enhance a deck, available design options with concrete, a photo gallery offering design ideas and more.
Highlighting concrete as the material of choice, the site also focuses on popular concrete deck surfaces and the decorative applications available, like stamping, stenciling and coloring options. Concrete offers a whole host of benefits; the site covers four unique reasons why concrete can fit into any lifestyle.
ConcretePoolDecks.org also brings together consumers and local concrete contractors by pointing to a nationwide contractor directory. Consumers can use the site to learn about concrete decks, choose photos of designs they like, and then access the directory for contact information for concrete pool deck contractors in their local area.
Photos courtesy of Concrete Impressions LLC.
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Incorporation Services Leader, BizFilings, Encourages Entrepreneurs to Gain the Benefits of Starting a Business Now
More than 80% percent of small business owners remain optimistic regarding economy, according to a recent survey.
Madison, WI (PRWEB) September 4, 2008 -- BizFilings, the leader in helping entrepreneurs incorporate a business, is encouraging entrepreneurs to take charge of their future and start a small business today, citing no reason to wait for a market upturn.
Starting a business in a down economy can lend a competitive advantage with multiple benefits such as the ability to:
* attract better talent,
* negotiate competitive pricing from key vendors, and
* break through the clutter that exists in faster economic times
While negative economic conditions always seem to find headlines, many of the troubles affecting large corporations aren't affecting most small business owners. The Business Owner's Toolkit, sponsored by BizFilings, an online resource for business owners, recently conducted a survey of more than 1,300 small business owners and found that 83 percent remain optimistic and anticipate expanding their business over the next 12 months.
Roughly 85 percent of small businesses surveyed have not experienced decreases in demand for their products or services. In fact, most small business owners, 70 percent, said they anticipate the demand for their products to increase over the next six months. Only 5 percent expect demand for their products to decrease during the same time period.
"I think of Eric Ryan, founder of Method, when I see the positive results of our small business survey," said Troy Janisch, Publisher of the Business Owners Toolkit. "He recently was quoted as saying in an Inc. article that starting a business in a recession is like vacationing in the off-season. It's a little less crowded, and everything starts going on sale."
Method is now a leading provider of eco-friendly household products to national retailers like Target, despite getting its start in 2001 after the dot com crash.
Reminded by the Chinese proverb that insists the best time to plant a tree is always 20 years ago and the second best time is right now, BizFilings is providing need-to-know information about how to start a business on its blog Time to Start Up.
If you see yourself as successful business owner 2 or 20 years from now, plant the seed today with BizFilings incorporation services. Successful entrepreneurs view every moment as an opportunity and every day they stop moving forward is an opportunity lost.
About BizFilings:
BizFilings (www.bizfilings.com) is the Internet leader in providing incorporation and related services to business owners. Bizfilings professionally forms corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), and nonprofits faster than anyone else. Its rush service makes it possible to file a corporation or LLC in as little as 24 hours.
BizFilings is a part of Wolters Kluwer, a leading multinational publisher and information services company. Wolters Kluwer has annual revenues (2007) of €3.4 billion, maintains operations in over 33 countries across Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific and employs approximately 19,500 people worldwide.
About Business Owner's Toolkit:
Business Owner's Toolkit provides total know-how for small business. The Toolkit website helps business owners start, run, and grow a successful small business by providing more than 5,000 pages of free step-by-step advice, instruction, and ready-to-use business templates. The site also offers free business webinars, business news and one-to-one advice to business owners by email. The Business Owner's Toolkit also partners with StartupNation to provide free entrepreneurial advice via a national syndicated radio show.
The Business Owner's Toolkit is a part of Wolters Kluwer, a leading multinational publisher and information services company. Wolters Kluwer has annual revenues (2007) of €3.4 billion, maintains operations in over 33 countries across Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific and employs approximately 19,500 people worldwide.
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Hy-TechRoofDrains.com Offers Convenient, Simple Way to Shop for Roof Drains Online
Hy-TechRoofDrains.com has revolutionized the commercial roofing industry by offering a convenient, simple way to shop online for roof drains and replacement parts from today's top manufacturers, including Zurn, Josam, Smith and Wade.
Cleveland, Ohio (PRWEB) September 4, 2008 -- Since its launch in 2004, Hy-TechRoofDrains.com has revolutionized the commercial roofing industry by offering a convenient, simple way to shop online for roof drains and replacement parts from today's top manufacturers, including Zurn, Josam, Smith and Wade.
Utilizing the site's new layout and added features, visitors can easily locate and purchase roof drains and replacement directly online within minutes. The site allows users to search for products by manufacturer, browse through Hy-Tech's inventory by product category, or ask the Drain Wizard.
The Drain Wizard is a proprietary application that helps users find a specific roof drain or part, even if they do not know the manufacturer or the specific model name. The Wizard guides visitors through a series of questions about the part and then locates the exact roof drain needed, no matter how old or unique.
The site is also home to the Roof Drain Experts. Visitors with questions or in need of advice can call or email the Roof Drain Experts on any industry-related topic, and receive a response within 24 hours.
"Customer service has always been a cornerstone of our business and the key to our success," said Ken Paine, president of Hy-Tech Products. "As more of our customers look to the Web to find the information and products they need, we are continuously evolving our Websites to makes sure they provide an excellent resource and help to save roofers time and money."
About Hy-Tech Products
Hy-Tech is widely recognized as the Midwest's premier supplier of commercial roofing equipment, such as heat welding, hoisting, single ply and roofing safety, as well as drains and replacement parts, and roofing hand tools. The company continuously provides innovative, new and refurbished products from the industry's top brands to commercial roofers, while delivering maximum value with the combination of quality products and unmatched service.
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New eCommerce Website Offers Eco-Friendly Products: workingwonders Makes it Easy to Adopt a Green Lifestyle
workingwonders, llc (www.workingwondersUS.com) offers a one-stop source where design-build professionals and consumers alike can quickly and easily find aesthetically pleasing eco-responsible products, knowledge and services to build out, furnish and accessorize green projects, homes and workplaces. From non-toxic paints and air-filtering systems, to bio-fuel powered fireplaces and fully installed kitchens, the eco-friendly products turn living and working environments into spaces that improve the health and well-being of families, coworkers and the planet as a whole.
Mt. Washington, MD (PRWEB) September 4, 2008 -- workingwonders, llc is proud to announce today that it has launched its new ecommerce website intended to make it easy for design-build professionals and consumers alike to build-out, furnish and accessorize living and working spaces with green products.
workingwondersUS.com features products made from materials such as organic textiles, sustainable woods, and recycled metals and glass that help customers live in ways that create health and well-being for themselves, their families and the planet as a whole. workingwonders' Founder and CEO, BethAnn Lederer, said, "The website offers a one-stop source for people looking for aesthetically pleasing eco-friendly solutions that will improve their environments--at home, at school, at work and at play."
In addition to finding a broad array of green products, website visitors also will find information and resources to increase their control over the health of their environments. For example, workingwonders researched and developed its comprehensive green guideTM, based on the company's eight goals for greening. Eight corresponding icons help visitors quickly and easily identify the green attributes of each product and judge for themselves whether a product offers the green values that mean the most to them.
Lederer said, "workingwonders' philosophy evolved out of two things: my extensive healthcare experience, in which I saw firsthand how a better environment improves physical, social, cognitive, motivational, and emotional health, and the fact that I had a difficult time finding green products for my own home and office."
"Much of the environmental information available, especially on the Internet, is fragmented, confusing, buried, or only available for a fee," explained Lederer. "I realized there was a need to create a 'one-stop shop' for products without the physical, chemical and biological pollutants that often lead to chronic health complaints, along with the support necessary to make adopting a green lifestyle easy."
workingwonders developed its eco-standards and selected its product offerings starting with indoor air quality, one of today's primary health concerns. At the same time, the company incorporated its belief that being eco-conscious doesn't have to mean choosing environment over aesthetics. "The two can, and should, go hand-in-hand," said Lederer.
"We believe that design and style are vital to our well-being and quality of life," said Lederer. "Our talented team works with designers, builders, architects and consumers to help them create modern, clean spaces that are environmentally-friendly and clutter-free. The website is living proof that it is possible to be environmentally responsible and still enjoy nurturing clean spaces filled with stylish design, texture, natural materials, and pure, clean air."
For more information, visit www.workingwondersUS.com.
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MetoKote Corporation, Leader in the Metal Finishing Industry, Announces New Strategic Account Manager Representing Their Deere and Company Business
MetoKote Corporation, Inc. is pleased to announce the recent addition of Roger Cook as Strategic Account Manager representing their Deere and Company Business.
Lima, OH (PRWEB) September 4, 2008 -- MetoKote Corporation, Inc., the industry leader in metal finishing processes, including electrocoating (e-coat), powder coating and liquid paint, is pleased to announce the recent addition of Roger Cook as Strategic Account Manager representing MetoKote's Deere and Company Business. Roger will be based in Lansing, Michigan.
Mr. Cook earned his BSME in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan.
Prior to joining MetoKote, Mr. Cook spent 9 years in an Account Manager role with Lord Corporation located in Lansing, Michigan. One of his key responsibilities with Lord was management of the company's Deere business with regards to vibration isolation products. Throughout his career, he has worked with Caterpillar as an Analysis Engineer and at General Motors as a Product Engineer.
MetoKote Corporation, headquartered in Lima, Ohio, serves over 1,000 customers in 40 facilities throughout the United States and the world. MetoKote provides environmentally sound and cost-effective coating solutions to a wide variety of industries such as: agriculture, appliance, automotive, computer, construction equipment, electrical, furniture, industrial equipment, recreational, and truck and bus.
Meeting the demands of such a diverse group of industries requires an equally diverse range of custom coating services and technologies. MetoKote offers a full range of high technology custom coating services, including electrocoating (e-coat), powder coating, liquid paint and other custom coatings. MetoKote is constantly researching and developing new protective coating applications to meet your needs.
The MetoKote "Continuous Customer Focus" is their commitment to customers. It is the ability to direct a custom coating project from the initial opportunity stage throughout the entire project cycle. Their start-to-finish capability allows complete project management of protective coating applications including: evaluation, design conception, solution recommendation, implementation, quality production and process management. Their dedication to continuous improvement in protective coating applications results in additional customer benefits and opportunities, providing expertise and leadership to meet your needs.
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Layton Truck Expands Snow Removal Offering
Layton Truck Equipment, a member of the Auto Truck Group, becomes distributor of Pro-Tech Sno Pushers.
Colorado Springs, CO (PRWEB) September 4, 2008 -- Layton Truck Equipment is now the distributor of Pro-Tech Sno Pushers for Colorado. "We're really excited about this line. The Sno Pusher fits in really well with our other product lines", said Kurt Unrein, Layton Truck Inside Sales Manager.
Pro-Tech is the industry leader in commercial sized containment plows. Sno Pusher models fit on all sizes of loaders, backhoes, skidsteers, tractors, forklifts and telehandlers and come in 48", 36" or 28" heights and sides. All Sno Pushers come standard with either a rubber cutting edge, steel trip edge or both.
A Sno Pusher can expand snow removal volume by as much as 500% over conventional blades or buckets. Conventional snow plowing either moves the snow to the left or the right (still on the property). The Sno Pusher will take several yards of snow, that are contained in front of the plow, and move it off the property. When using just a bucket, the capacity of the bucket becomes the limiting factor. Bucket capacities range in general from 1yd. to 4yd. Sno Pushers push 5yds to 38yds of snow (depending on equipment horsepower and weight) in one push.
Layton Truck Equipment, member of the Auto Truck Group, which has been Making Trucks into Tools since 1918. They offer extensive experience, knowledge, excellent service, competitive prices, and tremendous value to their customers. Auto Truck Group's five locations provide convenient access for up-fitting in the work truck industry. For more information please visit, www.laytontruck.com.
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Hurricane Gustav Disaster Relief Effort
BigSlider™ utility mover announces a discount for the month of September to help clean up the impact of Hurricane Gustav for persons living in Louisiana and Mississippi.
Houston, TX (PRWEB) September 4, 2008 -- BigSlider™ utility mover announced today a price reduction for anyone living in Mississippi or Louisiana and for those working on the hurricane clean up, relief and recovery efforts in the aftermath of hurricane Gustav. Look for www.bigslider.com/articles/hurricane-disaster-relief.html.
"We want to help people easily move heavy debris from streets and yards so the clean up effort will go as quickly as possible. We live on the Texas Gulf Coast and know how much everyone wants to get back to their own homes," said Jeri Masterson, owner. If you have a mailing address in Mississippi or Louisiana, you'll receive a $20 discount on the Professional model any time during September. Relief agencies dealing with Hurricane Gustav disaster relief and recovery efforts will receive further discounts.
BigSlider™ is ideal for moving up to 30 cu ft such as six 39-gal trash bags, heavy boxes and furniture, or moving heavy limbs and logs outdoors. Here's a story from one man who cleaned up his hurricane debris:
"We had trees downed in hurricane Rita that we'd cut up in fire wood length, and they were laying in a boggy area. I'd started carrying the 5- to 100-pound logs uphill to the trailer by hand for about 30 minutes, and my wife reminded me to use BigSlider™.
My productivity went up at least by a factor of four or more. I would dig the logs out of the mud roll them on BigSlider™, and my wife would pull them up to the trailer for me to load later.
BigSlider™ worked great in the mud and rough slope where we couldn't use a wheelbarrow or place the trailer any closer. We effectively loaded an 8 x 16 foot trailer with approximately 3 tons of fire wood…A big thanks to BigSlider™." -- SDS, Texas
BigSlider™ is a huge 2 ft by 5 ft sheet of tough, slick plastic with a big comfortable handle. It's only one-sixteenth inch thick, so you only have to tilt, roll, walk or slide your item 1/16 inch to get it started. BigSlider™ can move up to 500 lbs on concrete, and it also works great grass, sand, mud, or carpet and tile. "There are no wheels, so it can't get stuck in the mud." said Masterson.
When you're done, BigSlider™ doesn't take up storage space. "Just put it in your trunk, behind a shelf, or under the couch. It's a 3 lb tool that stores anywhere," said Masterson.
Go to the website at http://www.bigslider.com/articles/hurricane-disaster-relief.html for more information or to get your BigSlider™ at this great discount.
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Creator of World's Greenest Remodeled Home and Franchise Entrepreneurs Launch First Green Building Franchise
Creators of the World's First Remodel LEED for Homes® Platinum Certified house have launched the worlds first Green Building Franchise, Live Green Live Smart Builders® nationwide.
(PRWEB) September 4, 2008 -- The Live Green, Live Smart Builders® franchise is a concept that was born from Live Green, Live Smart Builders® President & CEO Peter Lytle's passion for sustainability and the environment and has a goal is to build 50,000 Green demonstration homes. By spending the last three years conducting primary research through the remodeling of The Sustainable House®, Lytle along with Franchise Development Group (www.fdgpartners.com) business partner Joe Keeley (Founder and President of franchise success story College Nannies & Tutors®), created the Live Green, Live Smart Builders® franchise as a way to leverage their knowledge and resources in the franchise industry as well as green construction and remodeling. "I have always had a passion for the environment and for high growth segments in business. The green movement is the biggest thing I have seen since the internet and it is not a moment too soon" says Lytle.
The Live Green, Live Smart Builders franchise has an initial franchise fee of $27,500 where franchisees receive an extensive training on green building, business, brand name, marketing materials, research and ongoing support of the network. Franchises are currently being offered on both coasts and in the Midwest. More information can be found at www.livegreenlivesmartbuilders.com.
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Donaldson® Torit® Introduces Smaller & Smarter Technology for Baghouse Dust Collection
New Torit PowerCore® dust collectors with PowerCore filter packs are the first major baghouse innovation in decades.
Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) September 3, 2008 -- Donaldson Torit solves a growing need for better filtration, reduced operational cost, and greater flexibility in baghouse dust collection with the launch of its Torit PowerCore dust collectors with PowerCore filter packs. An extension of Donaldson Company's patented PowerCore technology, well-proven in engine filtration, Torit PowerCore dust collectors are smaller and smarter than traditional baghouse technologies.
Field tested with extraordinary results in major wood, grain, cement, and plastics manufacturing operations for more than a year, full-scale Torit PowerCore collectors are now available in stand-alone and bin vent configurations. Stand-alone Torit PowerCore dust collectors are up to 50 percent smaller than traditional baghouses; bin vent models are up to 70 percent smaller than traditional technology.
"Torit PowerCore is the technical advancement that manufacturers with large and under-performing baghouse dust collectors have been waiting for," said Kristine Graham, Torit PowerCore product manager. "Through testing with our beta partners, Torit PowerCore has proven itself as a truly innovative technology that filters dust better, saves space, allows point-of-use filtration, offers easy maintenance, and addresses cost concerns."
Smaller is Smarter
PowerCore media technology is integral to the dramatic downsizing of the Torit PowerCore collector. Just seven inches tall, one PowerCore filter pack replaces six traditional eight-foot long fabric filter bags. Instead of hours or days to remove cumbersome and dirty traditional filter bags, PowerCore filter packs are removed from the clean side of the collector with one hand in minutes without using tools.
PowerCore filter packs deliver better dust filtration by combining Donaldson Torit's proven and patented Ultra-Web® surface-loading technology with a fluted-media design that allows more media in a small volume. PowerCore filter packs capture both large and small dust particles. Independent lab tests, using EPA PM 2.5 standards, show that PowerCore filter packs with Ultra-Web provide up to 78 percent fewer emissions than traditional bags - translating to cleaner plant air and greater product recovery.
The rugged fluted structure of the PowerCore filter pack extends filter life and eliminates bridging problems common for manufacturers using traditional baghouse technology on wood, fiber glass, plastic and other stringy and agglomerative materials. Unlike traditional filter bags that move when they are pulse cleaned or shaken, accelerating bag fatigue and wear, the PowerCore filter packs are stationary, which prolongs filter life. Torit PowerCore also departs from the traditional baghouse airflow pattern that directs the incoming dirty air between the long hanging filter bags, which often leads to bridging on lightweight and/or fibrous materials. Torit PowerCore is engineered to direct the dirty air straight into the bottom of the PowerCore filter pack, thereby eliminating bridging.
Smaller and Smarter = Savings
Smaller, smarter collectors and filters add up to significant savings. Less steel and oil is required to manufacture and transport collectors that are 50-70 percent smaller than traditional baghouses. With filters that don't succumb to bridging and continue to filter longer with high efficiency and minimal servicing, the cost of owning and maintaining the Torit PowerCore collectors with PowerCore filter packs provide long-term value for manufacturers.
In addition, smaller sized Torit PowerCore collectors allow new applications at the point of use and can eliminate the need for complicated duct work or a large, energy-consuming central dust collector. With greater flexibility, manufacturers can now maximize space on the plant floor while containing costs.
For more information, visit the new website: Donaldson.com/ToritPowerCore. The site features technical information, case studies with beta partners, a brochure and a technical forum to submit questions to Donaldson Torit.
About Donaldson Company, Inc.:
Donaldson Torit is the brand name under which Donaldson's industrial filtration products are sold. Donaldson Company, Inc. is a leading worldwide provider of air and liquid filtration systems and replacement parts that improve people's lives, enhance our Customers' equipment performance, and protect our environment. We are a technology-driven company committed to satisfying our Customers' needs for diesel engine equipment and industrial filtration solutions through innovative research and development, superior technology, and global presence. Our almost 13,000 employees contribute to the company's success by supporting our Customers at more than 100 sales, manufacturing, and distribution locations around the world. Donaldson is a member of the S&P MidCap 400 and Russell 1000 indices, and our shares trade on the NYSE under the symbol DCI. Additional information is available at www.donaldson.com.
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Functional Products & Remodeling Trends Will Spur Growth in Home Furnishings, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Innovative ideas, lifestyle trends, remodeling, discretionary income and ongoing cycle of home maintenance will offer a solid base for continued demand of home furnishings amid a slower housing construction industry. Increase in number of households influenced the demand for myriad home furnishings products, while television programs and magazines have rekindle interest in home decorating.
San Jose, CA (PRWEB) September 3, 2008 -- Heightened interest of homeowners towards quality, comfort and decorative products is key to growth in demand for home furnishings. Noteworthy factors influencing the home furnishing industry include changes in economy, lifestyle trends, discretionary income, increase in new residential and non-residential construction and robust growth in home renovations. Remodeling activity will continue to fuel home furnishings market, driven in part by the popularity of home makeover shows. Changing trends in home decor and roll out of decor-oriented products such as designer wall coverings, architectural paints, accent furniture and lighting will promote sales lifts. In addition, consumer lifestyle trends such as 'cocooning' and 'outdoor living' will support gains as homeowners continue to trade up to improved products.
Ceramic tiles market is hugely dependent on the trends in construction industry. Considerable demand of ceramic tiles in kitchen and bath remodeling sectors had been offset by slowdown in sectors such as retail, single-family residential and hotels. The ceramic tiles market is also being helped by home buying trends that are directly translating into sales for premium wall and floor ceramic tiles.
Fuelled by continuous rise in consumer preferences towards ceramic tile, hardwood, and laminate flooring, demand for area rugs is continuously increasing. Furthermore, availability of rugs in various colors and patterns, increased demand for area rugs, especially in homes decorated in neutral tones. Of late, demand for rugs containing new adventurous and traditional patterns, abstract and geometric designs in dusky background, and whimsical patterns, is steadily increasing. In the capital-intensive and matured market scenario for rugs and carpets, consolidation paves way to increment the market share. Backward Integration is another key factor for cost savings.
Three major channels - electronic media including Television and Internet, magazines, and store displays are important in influencing the product choices of consumers. Retailers are increasingly targeting female customers as they represent the major demographic segment for home improvement products. Manufacturers operating in the DIY segment are also coming up with power tools that are small and light, targeting women.
The report titled "Home Furnishings: A Global Outlook" provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. The report offers a bird's eye view of the home furnishing industry, the fundamentals underlying the industry's behavior, and actionable insights into select categories of home improvement products i.e. Ceramic Tiles, Architectural Coatings, Rugs and Carpets, and Wall Coverings, among others. Annotated with 39 information rich tables, the US market is extensively investigated with discussion in this section elaborated with data tables which capture retailing statistics, consumer spending, product sales in each identified segment, sales of leading retailers, and advertising spending/trends, among others parameters. Other markets briefly abstracted to offer the reader a prelude to regional level dynamics include Canada, Japan, Europe, France, Germany, and Italy, among others. Also included is an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses, and contact details of 957 companies worldwide.
For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Home_Furnishings_Industry_Market_Report.asp
About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.:
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs more than 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of more than 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.
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All-Spec Announces Huge Cooper Tools Blowout Sale
While supplies last, All-Spec Industries is selling brand name, quality hand tools such as wrenches, pliers and hammers at drastically reduced prices.
Wilmington, NC (PRWEB) September 3, 2008 -- All-Spec Industries, a leading online distributor for tools, static control products, test and measurement equipment and more is pleased to announce select Cooper Tools hand tools priced at least 40% below the manufacturer's list price.
Many of Cooper's popular hand tools are included in the Cooper Tools tool sale. The durable Crescent RapidSlide adjustable wrench set includes a 6" wrench and a 10" wrench; this set is listed at over $34 but on sale for $17.40. Crescent's tongue and groove pliers set is priced at $12.41 and Plumb hammers are less than $9. Other items included in the sale are both left and right cutting Wiss snips, Lufkin tape measure, H.K. Porter cable cutter and a Nicholson hacksaw blade set that fits most hacksaws.
Large volumes of these tools by brands such as Crescent, Lufkin, Wiss and Plumb have been brought in. Stock up and save while supplies last; the low prices will disappear when the tools sell out.
For more information on the Cooper Tools blowout sale contact Customer Service or visit www.all-spec.com.
Established in 1988, All-Spec Industries carries ESD materials, electronic manufacturing tools, soldering stations and irons, and telecom, field service, and test & measurement equipment. All-Spec Industries normally ships 97% of all in-house stock orders received each day. In some cases, the product will ship directly from the manufacturer or one of our other off-site warehouses.
Contact:
Customer Service
All-Spec Industries
1-800-537-0351
www.all-spec.com
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InvitingHome.com Launches Decor Blog to Inspire Homeowners
The new InvitingHome.com Blog offers countless home decor ideas and opinions designed to help homeowners unleash their creativity.
Waltham, MA (PRWEB) September 3, 2008 -- InvitingHome.com -- the authority on home decor and architectural products -- has debuted its Home Decor Blog.
The InvitingHome.com Blog provides useful guidance on choosing everything from wood corbels to beautiful crown moldings. Designer-written blog entries are complemented by comments posted by visitors to the site.
"One of our primary goals at InvitingHome.com is to educate consumers on the various possibilities for making their home more beautiful," said interior designer Julia Delaney. "Our blog allows homeowners to learn more about home decoration and even to gain valuable insight from fellow homeowners."
In addition to wood corbels and crown moldings, the InvitingHome.com Blog has sections on the kitchen, home decor, lighting, ceiling decor and green design. The latest entries cover interesting topics such as adding the right finishing touches to the kitchen, the role of lighting fixtures in home design and the lack of regard shown for ceiling design.
Blog entries are being added all the time, and site visitors are encouraged to weigh in with their views and accounts of past experiences.
"We believe everyone has their creative side and fantasies that they have not tapped in to," added Delaney. "We're here to give you everything you need to unleash that creativity. After you finish your room, you should feel that it reflects your personality and your ideas -- and that you got exactly what you need and want. There's no need for you to settle."
For more information on wood corbels, crown moldings and other home furnishings and architectural products, please go to www.InvitingHome.com. You may also visit the new Inviting Home showroom at 318 Bear Hill Rd., Ste. 7 in Waltham, Mass.
About InvitingHome.com
InvitingHome.com is committed to providing exquisitely designed, handcrafted home furnishings and architectural products along with unique decorative elements, all manufactured to the highest quality standards. Their extensive selection of architectural accents and home improvement additions allow interior designers, decorators, builders, and homeowners to create the home decor of their dreams.
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Case Study: Clark Construction Expedites Nationals Park Punchlist with LATISTA, Finishing New Ballpark in Record Time
Clark Construction Group, LLC used Latista field management software and Motion Computing tablet PCs to facilitate the quality assurance phase of the construction of the Washington Nationals baseball stadium. Latista and Motion have published a case study detailing their part in the Nationals Park project.
Washington, DC (PRWEB) September 3, 2008 -- Latista Technologies and Motion Computing announced the successful application of LATISTA Field mobile software by Clark Construction Group, LLC in the construction of the Washington Nationals Major League Baseball stadium in Washington, DC. The process and results of the collaboration are also available in a detailed case study authored by Latista and Motion.
The Nationals Park project was a $611 million joint venture between Clark Construction Group, LLC, Hunt Construction Group and The Smoot Construction Company. Twenty HOK architects and 15 engineers from Clark/Hunt/Smoot used the LATISTA Field software and Motion LE1700 tablet PCs to collect tens of thousands of punchlist items in four weeks and automatically generate defect notices for more than 100 subcontractors. The automated processes and information synchronization allowed Clark to reduce office staff, eliminate paperwork and decrease inspection times, thus reducing costs in each of these areas. Constructing a ballpark of this size would generally take 36 months, but Clark/Hunt/Smoot was able to build Nationals Park in only 23 months, earning LEED certification and several project awards in the process.
"LATISTA definitely saved us time," said Clark Project Executive Matt Haas. "I really think this is the way to go as tablets get smaller, lighter and more durable."
Latista Executive Vice President Chris Ramsey also acknowledged the success of the ballpark project: "We are proud of our efforts with Clark/Hunt/Smoot in managing a very large volume of punch-list issues. LATISTA Field is truly scalable to any size project and can meet any challenge presented by the construction industry for managing quality assurance, field reporting, commissioning and punch lists."
For more information on the Nationals Park project and Clark's use of LATISTA-equipped Motion PCs, the case study is available through Latista's website at www.latista.com.
About Clark Construction:
More than a century old, Clark Construction Group, LLC, is one of the United States' most experienced construction service providers, with more than $4 billion in annual revenue and projects throughout the country. From small interior renovations to architectural landmarks, Clark supports its projects with teams of highly-trained construction professionals to ensure that the entire construction process runs smoothly.
About Motion Computing:
Motion Computing, headquartered in Austin, Texas, produces slate tablet PCs for mobile professionals in industries including healthcare, government, and field force automation. Motion is a mobile computing and wireless communications leader, combining world-class innovation and industry experience so individuals can use computing technology in new ways and places.
About Latista Technologies:
Latista has been a leader in mobile and web-based field management software and services since its founding in Reston, Virginia, in 2001. Its software is used by top 200 contractors and top 50 owners worldwide to reduce project costs and risks by eliminating redundancy, enhancing collaboration among project participants, and allowing more thorough analysis of project performance.
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DuPont Building Innovations Announces Price Increases
DuPont Building Innovations announces price increases up to 15 percent in the United States, effective Sept.30, or as contracts permit, for DuPont™ Weatherization Systems products. Due to the accelerating price increases of oil-based feedstocks and energy, raw materials continue to be subject to significant cost increases.
Wilmington, DE (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 3, 2008 -– DuPont Building Innovations announces price increases up to 15 percent in the United States, effective Sept.30, or as contracts permit, for DuPont™ Weatherization Systems products. Due to the accelerating price increases of oil-based feedstocks and energy, raw materials continue to be subject to significant cost increases.
“DuPont Building Innovations is taking these actions in response to a step-change increase in raw material, energy and transportation costs,” said Todd Apple, DuPont Building Innovations director for the Americas. “We have worked to insulate our customers from these inflationary cost pressures by absorbing the cost increases, driving efficiencies in our processes, and by cutting costs. However, given the magnitude of the realized cost increases, DuPont is no longer able to fully absorb or otherwise address these higher costs.”
DuPont is a science-based products and services company. Founded in 1802, DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more than 70 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative products and services for markets including agriculture and food; building and construction; communications; and transportation.
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Policy Forum in U.S. Capitol to Highlight Importance of Energy Efficiency in Buildings
Houston, TX (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 3, 2008 -- With a growing emphasis on energy conservation within the federal government, the built environment represents a sector with significant opportunities to reduce the nation's energy consumption. The National Academies of Sciences' Federal Facilities Council, in conjunction with the International Facility Management Association, will host a joint policy forum in Washington, D.C., Sept. 11, 2008, to focus on efficient energy use in buildings.
The third annual Public Policy Forum will present legislators with emerging issues and best practices relating to sustainability in facility management. The forum will offer a variety of individual presentations, with topics of discussion including energy efficient solutions for the built environment, the regulation of greenhouse gas emissions from commercial buildings and the challenges related to creating and supporting sustainable initiatives.
"This event presents a unique opportunity to facilitate dialogue between public and private sector leaders about sustainability in the built environment and to discuss legislative and policy trends," said IFMA Director of Government Relations Jeffrey Johnson. "This year's forum will address the driving forces behind recent energy legislation and energy efficiency requirements while attempting to evaluate the intentions of Congress and the administration in meeting these requirements."
Numerous federal officials have been invited to speak at the forum, including House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Sen. Barbara Boxer, Sen. Jeff Bingaman, Sen. Byron Dorgan, Rep. Bob Brady, Rep. Edward Markey, Rep. Jay Inslee and Rep. Dennis Rehberg. Other government and private sector speakers slated to attend are Donna McIntire of the State Department, Joe Grabowski of the Ferreira Group and representatives from IFMA.
The Public Policy Forum will be held in room HC-5 of the U.S. Capitol from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11. Facility professionals and members of the general public are invited to attend.
The forum has been coordinated with the second annual Facilities Management Workshop, a joint venture between IFMA, the FFC and the Society of American Military Engineers. Held Sept. 9-10 at the Washington Marriott in downtown Washington, D.C., the workshop will focus on issues facing senior facility managers in the public sector as well as the latest industry trends and best practices. For more information on the Facilities Management Workshop, click here.
IFMA is the world's largest and most widely recognized international association for professional facility managers, supporting more than 19,000 members in 60 countries. The association's members, represented in 125 chapters and 15 councils worldwide, manage more than 37 billion square feet of property and annually purchase more than US$100 billion in products and services. Formed in 1980, IFMA certifies facility managers, conducts research, provides educational programs, recognizes facility management certificate programs and produces World Workplace, the world's largest facility management conference and exposition. For more information, visit the IFMA press room or www.ifma.org.
Contact:
George Deutsch
713-623-4362
communications@ifma.org
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Speedheat's Eco-Friendly Generation4 Electric Radiant Floor Heating Systems on Display at Joint NARI and NKBA Expo September 17 in Atlanta
The Atlanta chapters of NKBA and NARI are hosting a joint event to showcase the latest and greatest advancements in residential building products, Earth-friendly innovations and related services. Targeted to design professionals, residential builders and remodeling companies, the expo features many unique products and services including Generation4™ electric radiant floor heating by Speedheat®.
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) September 3, 2008 -- The Atlanta chapters of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) and the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) are hosting a joint table top expo on September 17 from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the Metropolitan Club located at 5895 Windward Parkway in Alpharetta, GA. This premiere industry event will provide residential designers, builders and remodelers with a one-stop opportunity to learn about the latest products and services offered by local companies. The event will also feature networking, raffles, prizes and gourmet food. Among the many unique products on display, Speedheat's Generation4™ electric radiant floor heating systems will be featured. Speedheat® is also providing a RugBuddy™ -- the world's only UL listed plug-'n-warm electric radiant heating mat for use under area rugs -- as a prize for the drawing.
"As active members of both the local NKBA and NARI chapters, we are eager to show our support for these fine organizations and continue educating professionals on how Speedheat can enhance green building initiatives," says Peter Newman, President of Speedheat US. "Local shows, such as this, offer a great opportunity for companies to find partners who will fully service and support them. With floor warming becoming an increasingly popular upgrade, many local remodeling and design professionals are excited to find an Atlanta resource that provides top-quality products AND optional installation services."
About the sponsoring organizations: NARI Atlanta is a professional association for remodelers. In addition to providing education to their members, NARI Atlanta serves as a homeowner's resource for finding quality contractors, design-build firms, suppliers and other related professionals in the Greater Atlanta area. For more information, please visit www.nariatlanta.org. The Georgia Chapter of NKBA is a non-profit trade association in the kitchen and bath industry that provides resources for consumers and professionals. For more information, please visit www.nkbaga.org.
Additional Information about Speedheat®:
Speedheat offers electric radiant heating solutions that can be installed under virtually any flooring material including: carpet, ceramic tile, stone, floating wood, laminates, vinyl and more. Speedheat's Generation4™ systems are easy to install in a single room or throughout an entire house. Speedheat offers the ultimate in flexibility, control and comfort. Generation4™ products include: TileWarm™ - WoodBeWarmer™ - CarpetMate™ and ShowerWarm™.
Another unique "zone heating" option is RugBuddy™ -- the only UL-listed heating mat in the world, approved for use under area rugs. It is an ideal solution when installing fixed electric radiant floor heating is not an option. Like an electric blanket for the floor, RugBuddy™ turns regular area rugs into invisible space heaters and is an ideal solution for warming cold spots in any room of the home or office.
Speedheat® Advantages:
The idea behind electric radiant floor heating is really quite simple -- by installing a heating element under the flooring material, heat naturally radiates from the ground up and provides unparalleled gentle comfort. While the concept behind Speedheat's patented Generation4™ (G4) heating system is easy to comprehend, the advanced technology behind their products offers many distinct advantages and sets them apart in the industry.
"Because Speedheat's Generation4™ heating element is optimally engineered to be 'in touch' with floor finishes, it warms floors faster than any other systems and at lower, safer temperatures," explains Pieter Jansens, Chairman of Speedheat International. "Our G4 element improves comfort, health and safety. It also protects sensitive flooring and slashes energy consumption. Furthermore, only Speedheat is fully customized to meet the specific needs of each application."
Backed by the Industry's Best Safety and Satisfaction Guarantees:
Only Speedheat's G4™ systems feature the patented PTCSelfControl™ flexible heating element that is the thinnest in the industry at less than 1/16" in diameter. The self-regulating element prevents overheating, and the multi-stranded core is protected with a tough Tefzel® outer sheath to resist abrasion and aging. All Speedheat® products have undergone rigorous testing, including complete submersion in water while energized. All systems feature a full-surround ground screen that is an effective EMR, EMI and RFI shield, and GFCI protection provides absolute electrical safety. Speedheat's products are all UL-listed and National Electric Code (NEC) compliant.
Recent Recognition in USA:
Speedheat® was featured in two of the 2008 Southern Living Idea Houses -- the Taylor Creek Idea House (Oxford, MS) and the Verona Park Idea House (Ft. Worth, TX) and was recognized in the resource guide under the special thanks section as a key contributor. Speedheat was also showcased in the 2007 Christmas House, a show home benefiting the Alliance Children's Theatre in Atlanta. Additionally, Speedheat was selected for Lochstone Manor, the $7.25 million 2007 Roswell Woman's Club Showcase Home and included in both the "New" and "Renew" Showcase Homes at the Southern Building Show in 2006. Metropolitan Home magazine featured RugBuddy™ in their May 2006 Design 100 list. RugBuddy™ was also named as one of the "35 Best Home Products" in the February 2006 issue of Mountain Living. Speedheat® was also featured in This Old House Magazine's "20 of the Year's Coolest Tools, Gizmos and Gadgets" list. Speedheat® has also been featured in such publications/shows as: Southern Living, House DIY (formerly do!), Atlanta Home Improvement, Points North, Living in Atlanta, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Chicago Tribune, HGTV, FloorRadio, FloorDaily, Rug Insider and the Ask Andrea™ nationally-syndicated home improvement radio show.
Additional Information:
Speedheat US is located at 120 Arnold Mill Park, Suite 100, Woodstock, GA 30188. For more information please call 1-888-WARM-FLOOR (1-888-927-6356), or fax 1-888-927-6357 or visit www.speedheat.us.
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Sales Activity Analysis Added to BuyDesign® 6.0 Guided Selling and Configuration Suite from TDCI
BuyDesign 6.0 Also Delivers Enhancements to Product Configurator, Quoting & Ordering, and Distributed System Management
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) September 3, 2008 -- TDCI, Inc. (TDCI), the leading provider of configurator-based software solutions, announced today immediate availability of BuyDesign Insights, a new sales activity analysis application, along with Release 6.0 of the BuyDesign guided selling and configuration solution suite. BuyDesign Insights extends the BuyDesign suite to provide sales management with visibility and analysis of quoting and ordering activity across all indirect and direct sales channels. In addition to BuyDesign Insights, BuyDesign 6.0 delivers a number productivity and performance enhancements to the product configurator, quoting & ordering, and distributed system management components of the suite.
BuyDesign is a comprehensive guided selling and configuration solution developed to streamline the sales process for customized products. BuyDesign helps companies that manufacture products with a wide range of features, options, and dimensions increase sales by becoming 'easy to do business with' while at the same time helping them reduce order processing time, cost, and errors.
"With BuyDesign Insights, sales managers and other executives now have the ability to track and analyze all stages of the sales process from quote to order - even for dealers and distributors," said Dan DeMuth, TDCI President. "This greatly extends the manufacturer's visibility of the pipeline since they typically have not had access to indirect channel activity until an order is placed. This increased visibility helps manufacturers improve dealer collaboration, sales forecasting, and production planning."
In addition to basic information about quotes and orders such as product, quantity, and price, BuyDesign Insights also captures details about product configurations, including specific features, options, and dimensions. This information provides added insight for manufacturing planning as well as the basis for analysis of option selection trends and the impact of pricing and promotion programs.
Also available for immediate delivery, BuyDesign 6.0 includes a wide range of enhancements to improve the ease-of-use, implementation flexibility, and performance of BuyDesign. Enhanced components include BuyDesign Configurator, BuyDesign Channel Sales quoting and ordering, and BuyDesign InTouch distributed system management. For more about the BuyDesign guided selling and configuration suite, including the new BuyDesign Insights component, visit www.tdci.com/buydesign.
About TDCI and BuyDesign
TDCI (www.tdci.com) specializes in helping manufacturers and their distributors streamline the buying process for customized products. TDCI's BuyDesign® software is a comprehensive web-based guided selling and configuration solution developed to help companies increase sales by becoming 'easy to do business with' while improving profitability by reducing order processing time, cost, and errors. Built using a powerful product configurator, BuyDesign provides modular applications for guided product selection and configuration, product visualization, quoting and ordering, drawing and data generation, consumer interest creation, intelligent product catalogs and more.
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Explosion Proof Paint Spray Booth Lights Round Out OSHA Compliant Lights for Magnalight.com
Larson electronics (Magnalight.com) is expanding their inventory of explosion proof lights to meet the needs of paint spray booth operators and others who are required to follow OSHA guidelines.
Dallas, TX (PRWEB) September 2, 2008 -- Explosion proof lights go by many names, including hazardous location lights (or hazlo lights), confined space lights, class lights or intrinsically safe lights. Regardless of the term used, these lights are made from non-sparking materials and put off nominal heat. Typically, these lights are made from heavy duty materials, including heavy gauge housings, aluminum brackets and extra thick lenses. The cords associated with these lights are typically SOOW rated and are resistant to chemicals, abrasives and water.
Finally, the plugs may be rated for explosion proof environments as well, although most operators will connect their lights to the power source outside the hazardous location area. Operators in the petrochemical industry, oilfields, manufacturing plants, ship yards, paint spray booths, grain storage areas and fuel tanks seek out explosion proof lights in order to meet OSHA specifications and protect their employees from potential explosions related to the ignition of flammable vapors and/or dust particles.
Magnalight.com recently added more items to its explosion proof lights range, including handheld fluorescent lights, surface mounted fluorescent lights for paint spray booths, handheld HID lights for inspecting tanks and vessels and explosion proof headlights for hands free operation. Combined with it's existing range of quad pod mount and cart mount explosion proof light fixtures, like the 23-7/8 diameter, 400 watt metal halide, tank cleaning cart light, Larson Electronics' online presence is rapidly becoming a one stop shop of the manufacturers, environmental companies, oilfield, paint spray booths and oil rig operators around the world.
"We are looking to create a range of explosion proof lighting solutions that address the needs of almost any manufacturer, oilfield operators, environmental companies and paint spray booth operators, said Rob Bresnahan, President of Larson Electronics.
"We have small explosion proof lights that are rechargeable, 12 volt and 120 volt hand lamps, explosion proof string lights, cart based tank lights for man way entry and a whole host of explosion proof fluorescent lights that are UL rated Class 1, Division 1 for Groups C and D. Many of these products are also UL rated Class II, Division 1 for Groups F and G for various dusts, such as those found in grain mills of sugar plants. We understand our customer's applications and offer a wide range of cost effective, industrial grade explosion proof lights and intrinsically safe lighting products to help our customers safely complete their work. We even added explosion proof ventilator fans and ground fault boxes to our line to service our customer's needs for the entire project, whether they are sandblasting and painting a ship or a fuel tank. More importantly, we recognize the need for immediate response, and we inventory everything we sell on Magnalight.com for same day shipping. More often than not, we are shipping our explosion proof lights via same day or overnight service all over the United States," concluded Rob.
You can learn more about Larson Electronics (Magnalight.com) and their wide range of UL rated, explosion proof lights and related products, including remote control lights at www.magnalight.com or by calling 1-800-369-6671.
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Investors Wary the Philippines is Backtracking on Energy-Sector Reforms
There are signs the Philippines may be backtracking on energy reforms following record increases in oil prices. Investor concern is increasing just as the Philippines faces a potential shortfall in generating capacity.
Manila, Philippines (PRWEB) September 2, 2008 -- Investors in the Philippines' energy sector drove a 270% increase in committed investment in the first half of 2008, but are increasingly wary that the Philippines is backtracking on committed reforms.
Speaking before members of the American Chamber of Commerce recently, Philippines Department of Trade & Industry Undersecretary Elmer Hernandez said investment in the energy sector was primarily responsible for a 270% increase in committed foreign investment in the first six months of 2008 as efforts to privatize the sector accelerated. In recent months, however, investor sentiment has cooled.
Analysts and investors say one reason is that government is using its remaining generation assets to subsidize generation rates, making it impossible for them to compete profitably.
According to Global Source economists Romeo Bernardo and Marie-Christine Tang, the Energy Regulatory Commission -- which regulates power rates -- has mandated reduced generation rates for the state-owned National Power Corporation (NPC) that are P0.41 below cost. Ernie Pantangco, president of the Philippine Independent Power Producers Association which represents investors in the industry, said in a statement that government is effectively dictating unprofitable rates for investors who have purchased NPC assets or are planning to build new generating capacity.
The Philippines began privatizing electricity generation in 2001 with the passage of the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA), whose ultimate objective was to lower the cost of power by fostering private-sector competition. Although EPIRA was widely praised at the time as a visionary reform effort that other countries should emulate, the Philippine government began selling generation assets in earnest only in 2007.
Once 70% of NPC assets and existing contracts with Independent Power Producers (IPP) have been privatized, industry and consumers will have the right to choose who they buy electricity from. Originally, the 70% threshold was expected to be met in 2004. Although delayed, the Philippines is finally close to meeting the assets threshold after selling close to $3 billion in NPC generating capacity, mostly in 2007 and the first three months of this year.
However, none of the NPC-IPP contracts have been sold. According to Pantangco, the government hasn't decided how it should go about privatizing the contracts. In the meantime, a consortium led by Suez Energy has delayed remitting a 40% down payment on its winning $787 million bid for the 600 MW Calaca coal-fired plant which was due August 4. The winning bid was announced in October 2007.
Pantangco said government has so far failed to fulfill the requirements for turnover of the plant. "On the other hand Suez and its creditors are also likely concerned that the investment won't provide a return to investors if government continues to sell electricity below cost," he said.
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Economic Stimulus Act Provides Big Benefits to Construction Companies
Detailed guidelines published by Construction Partner outline tax incentives for construction software and equipment purchases made in 2008.
Roseville, CA (PRWEB) September 2, 2008 -- Construction Partner, a leading developer of integrated accounting, job costing and estimating software solutions for the construction industry, today announced that it has published important guidelines for construction companies on how to take advantage of the 2008 Economic Stimulus Act for businesses. The guidelines, which are available for download at www.ConstructionPartner.com, detail the depreciation benefits available to contractors for asset purchases, such as construction software, made in the 2008 tax year.
Although a great deal of media attention has been given to the 2008 Economic Stimulus Act and how it benefits individual taxpayers, less information has been shared about the tax incentives that this law delivers to businesses. For construction companies, there are some very useful provisions within the Act, primarily around depreciation deductions for new construction software, and equipment purchases.
To develop the guidelines, Construction Partner talked with Kevin Thurman, a Tax Manager CPA with ThomasYork, LLP, a California-based CPA firm that specializes in construction. According to Thurman, there are two parts to the Stimulus Act's deprecation features. Part one involves revisions to Section 179, a longstanding tax law that allows businesses to deduct a specified amount of equipment purchases each year. Part two involves bonus depreciation on asset purchases made in 2008.
Special Software Depreciation
Although software purchases are typically depreciated over three years, the 2008 tax provisions make this an especially good year for companies to upgrade their construction accounting software, especially if they've been struggling with the lack of functionality in generic software. In most cases, contractors will get a 100 percent tax deduction in 2008 for software purchases and hardware upgrades.
"For companies that have delayed a new construction accounting software purchase for one reason or another," said Construction Partner President, Russ Roy, "there's never been a better time, from a tax perspective, to move forward with that purchase. We're pleased to publish these guidelines to help contractors understand how to leverage the unprecedented tax incentives."
Time is running out to take advantage of the 2008 Economic Stimulus Act provisions; purchases must be made by December 31, 2008 to qualify for the maximum depreciation allowances.
To download the guidelines in their entirety, visit the Construction Partner Web site.
About Construction Partner:
Construction Partner is a powerful, fully integrated suite of accounting, job costing and estimating software solutions that simplify complex processes and automate repetitive tasks. A flexible, user-friendly system, Construction Partner is built for commercial, industrial, public works and residential contractors of all sizes and specialties that have outgrown generic accounting software, need to eliminate spreadsheets or are unhappy with their current solution.
A complete, affordably-priced package, Construction Partner includes accounting, job costing, estimating, equipment management, service billing, purchasing, inventory, certified payroll and labor compliance functionality. Each package also includes services such as installation, data conversion and on-site training. Construction Partner has been servicing the construction industry for more than 20 years. Thousands of construction professionals across the U.S. use Construction Partner to increase efficiencies and grow profitable companies. For more information, contact Amber Robbins: 800-395-7474.
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FLIR's New Best-in-Class i-Series Thermal Imagers Deliver Compelling Results
FLIR launches the all-new, class-leading i-Series thermal imaging cameras. The affordable 3-camera range--the i40, i50, and i60--offers stand-out infrared diagnostic capabilities designed to help in-house plant maintenance, electrical and HVAC technicians, building inspectors, and pro thermographers alike find problems faster and more easily.
Waltham, MA (PRWEB) September 2, 2008 -- FLIR Systems launches the all-new, class-leading FLIR i-Series thermal imaging cameras. The affordable three-camera FLIR i-Series range -- the i40, i50, and i60 -- offers stand-out infrared diagnostic capabilities designed to help in-house plant maintenance/MRO, electrical and HVAC technicians, building inspectors, and pro thermographers alike find problems faster and more easily. Leveraging FLIR's global leadership in infrared technology, the i-Series introduces numerous features found in more expensive cameras:
* Available FUSION scalable picture-in-picture allows the user to precisely blend an IR image with a visual reference image on a large 3.5" color LCD for easier diagnostics and more compelling reports.
* The built-in visual camera offers up to 2.3 megapixel resolution for amazingly rich details coupled with a built-in illuminator lamp to ensure quality images even in poorly-lit sites.
* 2% / 100mk (0.1C) thermal sensitivity delivers accurate and conclusive findings
* Infrared detectors ranging from 14,400 to 32,400 pixels lead the class in IR resolution
* 5-hour Li-Ion battery swaps easily on the field, so you never have to stop to recharge
* Lightweight, 1.3 pound, ergonomic grip design makes all-day, one-handed, "point and shoot" operation easier than ever.
For identifying electrical, mechanical, or building envelope issues, the FLIR i-Series cameras pay for themselves by revealing problems such as a faulty motor or bearing, before a failure or expensive tear-down. Finding an infrared camera for your in-house facility predictive maintenance program that's easy on your crew's budget and armed with class-leading capabilities just got easier. FLIR i-Series thermal imagers are available at local distributors through Extech Instruments, a FLIR company.
Equipped with everything you need for a rolling start
* 1GB micro SD Card (stores up to 1,000 radiometric JPEGs that require no special software for viewing and can be easily emailed or placed in Word docs without loss of temperature data)
* Swappable 5-hour Li-Ion rechargeable battery
* Power supply
* QuickReport software with USB cable
* Lens cap, hand strap, and heavy duty case
For more product information, data sheets, and interactive product video, visit www.extech.com/iseries
About FLIR Systems:
FLIR Systems, Inc. is a world leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of thermal imaging and stabilized camera systems for a wide variety of thermography and imaging applications including condition monitoring, research and development, manufacturing process control, airborne observation and broadcast, search and rescue, drug interdiction, surveillance and reconnaissance, navigation safety, border and maritime patrol, environmental monitoring and ground-based security.
For more information, to request hi-res images, or to interview a product or subject matter expert, contact:
Andre Rebelo
Global PR and MarCom Manager
Extech Instruments, a FLIR Company
+1.781.434.3901, andre ( dot ) rebelo ( at ) extech ( dot ) com
Related Quotes:
"Finding an infrared camera for in-house predictive maintenance that's easy on your budget and armed with class-leading capabilities just got easier." "Leveraging FLIR's global leadership in infrared technology, the i-Series introduces numerous features found in more expensive cameras." "32,400 pixels lead the class in IR resolution" "FLIR i-Series thermal imagers are available at local distributors through Extech Instruments, a FLIR company."
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Syncon Homes First and Only Release of 1 Acre Lots in Minden, Nevada!!
For the first time, Syncon Homes is offering 1 acre home sites for sale at Skyline Ranch. These finished lots are located in the beautiful city of Minden, Nevada with incredible views of Tahoe and the Sierras. Come build your dream home!
Minden, Nevada (PRWEB) September 1, 2008 -- For the first time, Syncon Homes is offering 1 acre home sites for sale at Skyline Ranch. Located in the beautiful city of Minden, Nevada this new home community strikes a perfect balance between the panoramic views of Jobs Peak and the Carson Valley. Situated above the valley between Carson City and Minden, these 1 acre lots offer the privacy and views you have been looking for. Skyline Ranch residents can take an evening stroll through the neighborhood enjoying the lights of the valley, or take a day hike and roam through acres of near-by federal land.
The finished lots being offered at Skyline Ranch range in size from 1 acre to over 1.5 acres and are ready to build on. Wake up to incredible views of the snow capped Sierras, while being only minutes from the amenities of the Carson Valley. From the views and large lot sizes, to the local amenities and strong sense of community, Skyline Ranch offers everything you want in your new home community. "This is the first time that Syncon Homes has offered finished lots for sale to individual buyers in Northern Nevada. We have created an incredible opportunity for anyone looking to build their dream home in the Carson Valley. Thus far, the response from the public has been overwhelmingly positive," said Zach Streight, Director of Marketing for Syncon Homes. Pricing for these finished lots at Skyline Ranch starts in the high $100,000's.
To visit Skyline Ranch by Syncon Homes from US Hwy 395, turn East on Johnson Lane. Turn left on East Valley Road and finally turn right on Chiquita Drive. Our Sales Office is located at the corner of Chiquita and Terra Court.
To take advantage of this rare opportunity or for more information on Skyline Ranch by Syncon Homes, please call Dan Gearhart or Fran Halverson at (775) 267-1396 or visit the Syncon Homes website at Syncon Homes Community Page.
Built upon three generations of homebuilding expertise, Syncon Homes is a company that prides itself on building superior homes. Syncon Homes was just the 7th Builder in the nation to have all divisions recognized as Quality Certified by the National Association of Home Builders. Syncon Homes has communities throughout Northern Nevada and California.
Contact:
Zach Streight
Director of Marketing
Syncon Homes
775-781-9762
Syncon Homes Web Page
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Granite Commercial Management to Attend the 11th Annual CMBA Western States Commercial Real Estate Finance Conference
Granite Commercial Management (GCM) will attend and host an exhibit booth at the 11th Annual CMBA Western States Commercial Real Estate Finance Conference at the Wynn Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada on September 14-16, 2008.
Denver, CO (PRWEB) September 1, 2008 -- Granite Commercial Management (GCM) will attend and host an exhibit booth at the 11th Annual CMBA Western States Commercial Real Estate Finance Conference at the Wynn Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada on September 14-16, 2008.
Granite Commercial Management offers a full suite of construction risk mitigation services, including contractor acceptance, project review and recommendation, national inspector network, statutory compliance in mechanics' lien laws, funds administration management, final disbursement documentation, reporting and reconciliation, and completion guarantee.
For more information on GCM, visit www.granitecm.com or send an email to sales @ granitecm.com.
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Tygar Manufacturing, LLC Announces the Establishment of the First TYGAR Decorative Curbing Equipment Distributor in Spain
The Spanish company will supply local contractors with Tygar's industry leading decorative curbing equipment, curbing products and additives, as well as provide training and support.
(PRWEB) August 31, 2008 -- Tygar Manufacturing™, LLC, the leading manufacturer of turnkey decorative curbing equipment for the landscape curbing industry, announces a new distribution relationship with Alicantina De Cortes ("Alicantina"), a leading provider of concrete construction services in Spain. With years of experience in the construction market, Alicantina is well qualified to represent Tygar in select markets, both commercial and residential, throughout Spain and Portugal. The Spanish company will supply local contractors with Tygar's industry leading decorative curbing equipment, curbing products and additives, as well as provide training and support.
Both companies have committed to sending representatives across the Atlantic to help support, train, and supply the proper expertise to launch the relationship. Just this month, Tygar has delivered the first container full of Bengal TG1000 Curb Machines and other curbing equipment to Alicantina's location in Spain.
While Tygar has sold into Europe for years, this new relationship marks the first of its kind on the European continent, and it exemplifies Tygar's continuing international expansion. In the past year, Tygar grew its decorative curbing business in a number of foreign markets, including South Africa, Greece, Australia, Mexico, France, the UK, several Caribbean countries, and the Middle East. In addition, the company's business more than doubled in Canada and new systems were shipped to Puerto Rico and nearly all 50 states in the US. Visit tygarmfg.com/international.asp for more information on TYGAR's international expansion.
Tygar Manufacturing, Complete Decorative Curbing Equipment Packages
Tygar provides the most complete turnkey landscape curbing equipment solutions for contractors who wish to enter the highly profitable business of decorative curbing. All of our equipment packages include the Bengal TG1000 Curb Machine, the SC2000 Sabertooth Sod Cutter, a custom curbing trailer with attached concrete mixer, complete training & support, and all the necessary accessories to get started. Call us at (888) EZ-TYGAR or visit tygarmfg.com to request a complete information package and DVD on the curbing business.
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eReplacementparts.com Released the First Tool Repair Forum of its Kind
eReplacementparts.com has released the first ever tool repair specific forum. It is designed to become an online community for tool enthusiasts and anyone looking for tool repair answers.
Sandy, UT (PRWEB) August 30, 2008 -- eReplacementparts.com just announced the release of their new tools forum. Tool enthusiasts now have a place to go where they can share their excitement, learn new techniques and get their questions answered. This is really the first forum of its kind. There are quite a few do-it yourself forums, hardware forums and woodworking forum but this is the first forum to focus solely on tool repair.
Co Founder, Dave Fairbanks, described it this way, "We want it to be a place where you can ask questions about power tools, and anything related to power tool repair…Power tool users run into very specific problems (when it comes to repair) - as the forum grows we hope that tool users everywhere can share their expertise if they have run into the same problem."
eReplacement parts plans to moderate the forum and highlight the questions that are asked most often so that it eases you in your search for your answer. It can be difficult to know what parts t order out of the hundreds of possibilities, this forum is designed to help ensure you get the part you need.
One of their biggest goals they say is to create an online community that discovers the answers together. eReplacements.com is striving to become the most comprehensive repair site of its kind. This new forum is a big step in the right direction.
About the Company:
eReplacementparts.com is one of the top repair sites in the industry leading in brands such as Makita parts and DeWalt parts. The release of their new tool repair forum is pushing them even farther ahead of the pack when it comes to tool repair.
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Leading Retail Services Provider has Team to Expedite Services for Multi-Store Repairs after Natural Disaster
DAVACO is prepared to respond to retailers' in-store needs following natural disasters, like Hurricane Gustav, and other significant events that impact multiple retail stores within a region. DAVACO's comprehensive range of services can be expedited and execution teams quickly deployed to restore operations in damaged stores.
Dallas, Texas (PRWEB) August 30, 2008 -- DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that the company is prepared to respond to retailers' in-store needs following natural disasters and other significant events that impact multiple retail stores within a region. With a nationwide presence of over 700 W-2 employees, DAVACO's comprehensive range of services can be expedited and execution teams quickly deployed to restore operations in damaged stores with efficiency and speed-to-market.
"In light of Hurricane Gustav's pending landfall, we want to make sure that our retail partners know that we are here to assist in the unfortunate event that damage does occur to their stores," said Rick Davis, CEO, DAVACO. "Obviously, our thoughts and prayers are with those communities and the safety of their people. But, we also want to be there to help our clients get back to business quickly, so that they can continue to service those areas."
DAVACO specializes in the management and execution of high-volume rollouts, resets, retrofits, remodels, merchandising, shop-in-shops, fixture/graphics installations, in-store surveys and associated logistics/consolidation. For special projects like disasters, the company is able to customize programs and coordinate multiple resources to develop a quick and smooth implementation to meet the specific needs of each individual store. In addition, DAVACO's team of associates is accustomed to executing programs in open-store environments, with minimal disruption to the stores' employees or customers, so most work can be completed during open-store hours utilizing a multi-phased approach.
"DAVACO can manage the entire process, while remaining sensitive to the unique circumstances and the sense of urgency in completing these programs," said Davis. "Unplanned situations like hurricanes or other natural disasters can put a lot of pressure and additional workload on an already busy team, especially with the holidays approaching. DAVACO is a trusted resource that will work with its clients to ease the process."
In addition, DAVACO's proprietary, web-based technology further supports the execution of these programs by providing real-time updates, instant photos, alerts, specialized reporting and task management.
For more information on DAVACO's special projects, like disaster restoration programs, contact DAVACO at 214.373.4700.
About DAVACO Inc.
DAVACO, the national leading provider of retail services, specializes in the quality management and execution of high-volume rollouts, retrofits, resets, in-store merchandising, shop-in-shops and associated logistics and consolidation. DAVACO offers a comprehensive range of services that helps retailers maximize brand presence and profitability at retail. Services include: ▪ Rollouts, retrofits, resets and remodels ▪ Fixture and graphics installations ▪ Project services ▪ Project management ▪ Hard- and soft-line merchandising ▪ Site and marketing surveys ▪ Logistics and consolidation ▪ Design services ▪ Special initiatives. Founded in 1990, the company is based in Dallas, Texas, with over 700 employees across the country. For more information, visit www.davacoinc.com.
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Group 70 Foundation Gives $100,000+ To Local Charities
Group 70 Foundation has awarded a total of $107,230 to 21 local community organizations, continuing the employee-created foundation's tradition of giving back to the community.
Honolulu, HI (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 29, 2008 -- Group 70 Foundation has awarded a total of $107,230 to 21 local community organizations, continuing the employee-created foundation's tradition of giving back to the community.
Group 70 Foundation was established in 2002 by the individual employees of Group 70 International, Inc., a Hawai'i-based firm specializing in sustainable development, architecture, planning and environmental services, interior design, and assets management. For the past six years, the foundation has provided grants to non-profit organizations whose missions focus on sustainability in the State of Hawai'i through design, education, culture, environmental sustainability and community development. Funds are administered by the Hawai'i Community Foundation.
"The Group 70 Foundation Fund is a donor-advised fund at Hawaii Community Foundation. It is unique because it is funded by employee contributions so management steps back and employees select the organizations," said Amy Luersen, director of philanthropic services for Hawai'i Community Foundation. "Many of the employee-donors even end up volunteering for the recipients. I'd like to thank Group 70 for its innovative approach to giving back to the community."
"Group 70 Foundation is unique because management steps back and employees run the program," said Amy Luersen, director of philanthropic services for Hawai'i Community Foundation. "Many of the employee-donors even end up volunteering for the recipients. I'd like to thank Group 70 for its innovative approach to giving back to the community."
Cami Kloster, a planner at Group 70 International and employee-donor, said: "When we formed Group 70 Foundation, we collectively wished to demonstrate our commitment to building better communities in Hawai'i beyond our professional services. Our priority is to give back to Hawai'i, our home. The foundation is a testimony to our shared values of generosity, civic duty, service and philosophy. We are pleased to once again have such a worthy group of recipients, each of whom contributes to a sustainable Hawai'i in their own way."
Gladys Quinto, another Group 70 employee-donor, said: "I feel very fortunate to be part of an organization that gives so much back to the community. I especially appreciate it because of organizations like the Y, after school art programs and community centers that had helped keep me out of trouble and encouraged me in the right direction. I've always imagined that one day I'd set up some sort of a trust or scholarship program to give back; however, since I'm not in a position to do so right now, I am happy that I have the Group 70 Foundation to help me fulfill some of that dream."
The foundation made formal presentations to the 2008 grant recipients at an awards reception held July 8 at Group 70 International's office in downtown Honolulu. The following recipients each received between $2,000 and $8,000 in grant monies:
* American Red Cross - Hawai'i Chapter
* Butterfly Society of Hawai'i
* Cooper Center Council
* Family Promise of Hawai'i
* Friends of Waipahu Cultural Garden Park
* Hawai'i Geographic Information
* Hawai'i Nature Center
* Hawai'i Sustainable Education Initiative
* Honolulu Academy of Arts
* Kai Makana, Inc.
* Kaua'i Planning and Action Alliance
* The Kohala Center, Inc.
* Kona Association for Retarded Citizens
* Na Maka Walu, Inc.
* National Tropical Botanical Garden
* The Nature Conservancy of Hawai'i
* North Kohala Community Resource Center
* Palama Settlement
* Re-use Hawai'i
* Storybook Theater of Hawai'i
* YWCA of O'ahu
Donations to the Group 70 Foundation Fund are primarily distributed through a grant-making process in which proposals are requested from community organizations. Group 70 International employee donors review the proposals, make selections and celebrate with the awardees. The grant-making process provides a direct way for employees to participate in the selection of awardees and, through the process, learn more about community activities. For more information, visit www.group70foundation.com.
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Samco Machinery Launches Spanish Website Offering Rollforming Solutions South of the Border
Samco Machinery proudly launches their Spanish website to make the rollforming process easier for customers south of the border. With instructional pages, the Samco Spanish website offers useful information about all types of projects for their customers in Mexico and Colombia.
Toronto, ON (PRWEB) August 29, 2008 -- Samco Machinery proudly launches their Spanish website to make the rollforming process easier for customers south of the border. With instructional pages, the Samco Spanish website offers useful information about all types of projects for their customers in Mexico and Colombia.
Steel framing is popular for residential, industrial and commercial construction. Steel studs are stronger than wood studs because they withstand the elements of all types of climates. With 30 engineers on staff and over 35 years experience Samco manufactures uncoilers, decoilers, rollform dies and rollforming presses for the construction industry, automotive industry and other customized industries.
Samco's educational Spanish website is the perfect place to learn about manufacturing. Informative instructional web pages guide Spanish clients through the rollforming process to boost business efficiency. Steel studs and framing make construction projects more durable because of resistance to weather, vermin, earthquakes, termite and tornadoes. Working with steel requires unique skills and tools. Samco's website provides complete information about rollforming and how to get started.
Joseph P. Repovs, Chairman and CEO of Samco Machinery, states, "Since 1972, Samco Machinery had the vision to be the world's leading rollforming systems manufacturer. At Samco, we service a multitude of industries. Any profile that needs metal bending is a project we want to assist with. We are a custom metal forming equipment supplier. Waiting for the world to come to us was not an option...we had to go out to the world." Samco is breaking into the market south of the border with their new Spanish website.
Besides launching their Spanish website, Samco recently enjoyed two overseas ventures. Samco worked with Tata Motors, maker of the NANO car in India, and Formia Tech Oy, a Finnish company. These international ventures prove Samco is holding true to their vision to position themselves globally as a leader in the machine industry.
Samco believes in the globalization philosophy. Countries need to be in the global economy to compete. As other companies in Canada struggle, Samco is expanding to various global markets. The Samco rollforming presses and other products successfully compete worldwide because of their superior qualify and outstanding customer service, including instructional website pages in Spanish.
For more information about Samco Machinery and the rollforming process in Spanish, visit www.samco-machinery.com/esp/ or call direct at 416-285-0619.
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Bridgeborn Announces Formation of Subsidiary Company, TriLink Systems
TriLink to serve the International Power and Energy Marketplace with focus on Nuclear as well as Alternative and Renewable Energy Systems
Virginia Beach, VA (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 29, 2008 -- Bridgeborn, a leading systems design, engineering and integration company, today announced the formation of a subsidiary, TriLink Systems. Based in Millersville, Maryland, TriLink Systems is led by two industry veterans in the Power and Energy marketplace - Bob Kershner, CEO and Hal Paris, President. Together, Mr. Kershner and Mr. Paris have over 60+ years experience supporting customers in the International Marketplace including the Middle East, North Africa, the United States, as well as Eastern Bloc countries and the former Soviet Union.
"We're pleased to have formalized this relationship to create TriLink Systems with Mr. Kershner and Mr. Paris. As we look at the global demand for power and energy paired with grass roots movements towards alternative and renewable energy sources, we believe that this is a strategic decision that positions Bridgeborn and TriLink for both near and long term success," said Tim Ambrosino, Bridgeborn CEO. "This relationship with TriLink will also allow Bridgeborn to grow our international business and increase the user base of Bridgeworks Powered Solutions. Through existing customers such as Johnson and Johnson, USAID and the Emirates Simulation Academy, Bridgeborn solutions have already been deployed to over 35 countries."
"The projected growth in the international Power and Energy marketplace speaks to the tremendous opportunity and need to infuse new solutions to contemporary problems. By creating this relationship with Bridgeborn, TriLink can call upon Bridgeborn for high end IT services and solutions in support of our growing customer base," said Bob Kershner, TriLink CEO. "Additionally, Bridgeborn's unique data visualization capabilities and proven solutions such as their Training Delivery Platform address the education needs in this marketplace as the aging workforce begins to retire. Both Hal and I are pleased to be part of the Bridgeborn family and are confident that this relationship will be very successful for years to come."
About Bridgeborn
Bridgeborn is a systems design, engineering and integration company that delivers innovative IT Solutions to the Federal Government and Commercial markets. Clients include DHS, DOJ, JFCOM, USAID, and US ARMY.
Bridgeborn is a privately held company headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA with offices in Arlington, VA, Annapolis, MD and Savannah, GA. For more information, go to www.bridgeborn.com or call us at 757.437.5000
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Max Equity Offers Help For All Residential Mortgage Holders In order to Receive Top Dollars For Their Property Investments
Max Equity Contractor's Buying/Marketing Group L.L.C. today announced that they will offer a service that will "Maximize Home Owner's Equity" and give owners/mortgage holders a prov-en method of selling residential property at the highest market price. Robert Sayre, President of Max Equity, a re modeler and Real Estate Broker, stated that today more than ever it is essential to have all residential property in the best possible "Show Condition" in order to compete in this very competitive "buyers market".
Chesterfield, MO (PRWEB) August 29, 2008 -- Max Equity Contractor's Buying/Marketing Group L.L.C. today announced that they will offer a service that will "Maximize Home Owner's Equity" and give owners/mortgage holders a prov-en method of selling residential property at the highest market price.
Robert Sayre, President of Max Equity, a re-modeler and Real Estate Broker, stated that today more than ever it is essential to have all residential property in the best possible "Show Condition" in order to compete in this very competitive "buyers market".
Although residential home prices continue to fall and the tight credit market in making it even more difficult for buyers to purchase an existing home, these conditions create an excellent profit opportunity for Max Equity's select group of qualified contractors throughout the United States. (A "qualified contractor" is one that has the proper insurance and must be willing to give free estimates to mortgage holders of distressed properties who are interested in obtaining the "maximum retail value" for their property.)
Max Equity L.L.C. will be contacting all Federal Intuitions, Banks, Real Estate Companies and Investment Companies promoting our "6 Reasons To Contact Us"
Interested qualified contractors will be required to only recommend improvements that will return $2.00 for each $1.00 invested in remodeling.
Following are Max Equity's 6 Prov-en Reasons to use their services in order to receive the highest market value when selling any residential home:
1. Over half of your potential buyers will eliminate your home if it doesn't agree with their taste. (Painting with neutral colors will give you the greatest return on your remodeling investment.)
2. Buyers usually think repairs/updating will cost several times more than they actually do. (New counter-tops, new kitchen floor and painting the kitchen cabinets could eliminate a $30,000 negative and only cost several thousand dollars.)
3. Buyers don't want the mess or hassle of decorating/repairs after moving in.
4. Buyers usually don't have any money left after closing for decorating/repairs.
5. Max Equity's President is a Real Estate Broker who is able to understand what is necessary to close on a property although he doesn't engage in brokerage.
6. Max Equity's over 1000 independent contractors that carry workers compensation and liability insurance for your protection.
For additional information, contact:
Robert W. Sayre, President
Max Equity Contractor's Buying/Marketing Group L.L.C
E-mail: bob.sayre@maxequity.com
Phone: 866-532-9337
Fax: 877-537-4953
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Trade Price Conservatories Flourishing In Wake Of Credit Crunch
Trade Price Conservatories post strong growth in contrast to the troubled UK property market, with people choosing to improve their homes rather than move.
Bournemouth, Dorset (PRWEB) August 29, 2008 -- The property market in the UK may be in freefall at the moment but cash-strapped Britons are instead spend money on improving their homes rather than moving, resulting in Trade Price Conservatories posting very strong growth figures for 2008 so far.
In a time when household bills such as food, gas and electricity are soaring; 84% of Britons are consciously trying to save money according to a survey by Halifax Home Insurance, the same survey found that one in seven are even considering joint trips to the supermarket to save on fuel costs.
These factors have played into the hand of home improvement companies such as Trade Price Conservatories who are seeing customers choose to spend their savings adding value to their homes rather than opting to sell and move in a property market slump.
Owner Karl Muspratt commented: "I'm absolutely delighted with our growth this year which is in complete contrast to the general property market trend, which is in serious trouble right now. Our customers are choosing to improve their homes to achieve a higher property value for when the market stabilises and starts to recover, and adding a conservatory is a great way to do this"
Trade Price Conservatories are a leading supplier of DIY conservatories nationwide in the UK. To see their range of conservatories including the 0% finance range, see the company website at http://www.tradepriceconservatories.com
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PowerGrip High-Performance Flooring Adhesives Announced by Formulators
Formulators has introduced nine PowerGrip High-Performance Flooring Adhesives for VCT, sheet vinyl, rubber, wood, bamboo, quartz, linoleum, carpet tile and sports flooring. PowerGrip adhesives provide up to twice the moisture-resistance of conventional flooring adhesives and come with extensive 10 year warranties. Each PowerGrip flooring adhesive is custom-formulated to bond with a specific flooring material, forming an exceptionally strong, moisture-resistant bond. PowerGrip adhesives dry quickly and allow for same day installation. PowerGrip provides a ten-year warranted moisture resistance to eight pounds moisture-vapor-emissions-rate (MVER) at a cost of 16 cents per square foot for water-based chemistry and 26 cents per square foot for moisture-cure.
Santa Ana, CA (PRWEB) August 29, 2008 -- Formulators has introduced a line of nine PowerGrip High-Performance Flooring Adhesives for VCT, sheet vinyl, rubber, wood, bamboo, quartz, linoleum, carpet tile and sports flooring. PowerGrip adhesives provide up to twice the moisture-resistance of conventional flooring adhesives and come with extensive 10 year warranties. Each PowerGrip flooring adhesive is custom-formulated to bond with a specific flooring material, forming an exceptionally strong, moisture-resistant bond. PowerGrip adhesives dry quickly and allow for same day installation.
PowerGrip provides a ten-year warranted moisture resistance to eight pounds moisture-vapor-emissions-rate (MVER) at a cost of 16 cents per square foot for water-based chemistry and 26 cents per square foot for moisture-cure. This compares to approximately three pounds MVER commonly warranted by flooring manufacturers for their own, recommended or off-the-shelf adhesives. PowerGrip's benefits are realized when readings of four to six pounds MVER occur, most commonly in concrete slabs. PowerGrip provides better warranted protection for about the same price per square foot as for conventional flooring adhesives.
PowerGrip adhesives are warranted up to eight pounds MVER per thousand square feet per 24 hours at pH 10 and 85 per cent insitu relative humidity for 10 years per ASTM F1869, F710 and F2170 standards. They resist microbial growth, are free of VOCs, exhibit bond strengths up to 300 per cent stronger than similar products, and have been proven effective on over two million square feet of test installations. PowerGrip adhesives have been third-party certified for the Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS), FloorScore and LEED credits for low-emitting materials.
PowerGrip adhesives are designed to be used over clean, mechanically-prepared concrete surfaces. For applications requiring MVER resistance above eight pounds, Formulators offers its Hydro-Seal moisture-mitigation system of specially-formulated primers, adhesives and membrane components that, depending on their combination and similar to Sealflex, can achieve up to 12 pounds MVER resistance.
PowerGrip Flooring Adhesives are manufactured and distributed by Formulators, Inc., 1790 South Boyd Street, Santa Ana, CA 92705, 714-429-9804, www.formulatorsonline.com.
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Regency Lighting Awarded "Vendor of the Year" from Hub Distributing
Hub Distributing and Anchor Blue name Regency Lighting their "Vendor of the Year" for successfully partnering on design and new construction of their stores.
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) August 28, 2008 -- At the Anchor Blue Retail Group Partnership Conference in Industry Hills, California, Scott Rosner, CFO of Anchor Blue, awarded Rick Weber, Sr. Director of National Accounts, and his support staff at Regency Lighting with the "2008 Vendor of the Year" award for successfully partnering with them on the design and new construction of their stores.
As Anchor Blue Retail Group experienced many dynamic changes over the past year, Regency Lighting played a critical roll in the delivery and project management of the 2007 new store roll out, providing exceptional logistical and technical support. Regency's national new construction team was able to meet all of the demands of Anchor Blue's aggressive roll out schedule. Regency Lighting focused on Anchor Blue's design intent and brand identity while paying close attention to key issues of budget, energy codes, environmental impact, and maintenance, resulting in a successful 2007-2008 partnership.
Anchor Blue Retail Group anticipates having another exciting year in 2009, and Regency Lighting is proud to be a part of this dynamic Retailer's future.
Regency Lighting offers full category expertise in lighting related products and services. Regency partners with companies in their design, development, and execution of solutions for new store construction, lighting retrofits, scheduled and on call maintenance, fulfillment of replacement lamp orders, and disposal of hazardous lamp wastes.
They are headquartered in Van Nuys, CA and have six (6) distribution facilities strategically located throughout the US. See www.regencylighting.com.
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Schools Rapidly Turning Green Across America
Smart New Designs Boost Learning, Cut School Energy Bills and Provide Better Indoor Environments for Students and Teachers
Washington, D.C. (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 28, 2008 -- Tens of thousands of students across the country will go back to school this fall to find their halls and classrooms turning green – as in environmentally sound and healthy, energy efficient and high performing. Hundreds of thousands of additional students are poised to attend environmentally designed schools within the next few years, according to the U.S. Green Building Council.
As the school year begins, nearly 1,000 school buildings will have met or are seeking LEED certification, with applications growing at a rate of more than one per day. The total number of square feet of LEED certified and registered school space will exceed 100 million square feet as the school year gets underway, according to new figures released today by USGBC.
LEED certification provides parents, teachers and communities with a “report card” for school buildings – verifying that a school was built to meet the highest level of energy and environmental performance. Through July, more than eight million square feet of school space are certified LEED while another 90 million square feet of projects are registered with USGBC. Registered status applies to projects before they are completed and applications are finalized.
“Schools across the country are going green,” said Rachel Gutter, education sector senior manager for USGBC. The non-profit Council administers the LEED Green Building Rating System for schools as well as for homes, affordable housing, offices, hospitals and other buildings nationwide. “Green schools save operating costs for the district, create a better workplace for teachers, provide a healthier learning environment for students, and support a more sustainable community. Every school in America needs to be green, and increasingly our school boards, teachers, PTAs and students are demanding it.”
Public or private schools in 50 states have turned to the LEED for Schools program for new or renovated buildings, as educators and school leaders increasingly see environmental building as a way to improve air quality for students, teachers and communities while also cutting energy and water costs. Maryland, Hawaii, New Jersey, Illinois, Florida, Ohio, Washington, Connecticut and the District of Columbia already require new schools be built green; California and Pennsylvania offer strong incentives to follow environmental specifications.
Case study analysis of completed LEED certified schools show the facilities use 33 percent less energy, saving 32 percent more water and reducing solid waste by 74 percent, compared to traditional school buildings.
On average, green schools save $100,000 per year, enough to hire two new teachers, buy 200 new computers or purchase 5,000 new textbooks, according to the report “Greening America’s Schools: Costs & Benefits” by Gregory Kats of Capital E, a national clean energy technology and green building firm. Another study in North Carolina by Heschong Mahone found that students in classrooms with the most daylight had consistently higher test scores by 7-18 percent.
And green schools’ carefully planned acoustics and abundant daylight make it easier and more comfortable for students to learn and for teachers to teach. According to case studies profiled in “Greening America’s Schools,” cleaner indoor air cuts down sick days for students and teachers alike, as green schools commonly report reductions in teacher absenteeism and teacher turnover.
Green schools even provide a wealth of hands-on learning opportunities, where the school itself becomes an interactive teaching tool.
“Twenty percent of America goes to school every day,” said Michelle Moore, USGBC senior vice president. “There is no better or more important place for us to demonstrate as a society that we can have a more sustainable future.”
Green schools are popping up everywhere from urban America to rural areas, in both private and public schools. Among the examples:
* Ohio now requires all new schools and major renovations to earn LEED certification, with 250 green school projects slated to begin in the next two years.
* All new schools in Chicago will be built green, like the Tarkington School of Excellence, where sixth grader Christian Torres doesn’t need an inhaler any longer - at his old school, he used it several times a day.
* Increasing numbers of school districts and private schools are committing to building new facilities and retrofitting existing ones following the LEED for Schools rating system. Districts from Charlotte County, Florida, to Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Anchorage, Alaska, are taking part.
* New Orleans is rebuilding public schools green following the disaster of Hurricane Katrina. As Greensburg, Kansas works to recover from the devastating May 2007 tornado, every new building in the town, including the schools, will be built following LEED guidelines.
Complete lists of schools meeting or registered for LEED certification can be found at http://www.buildgreenschools.org/leed/whos_going_green.html
About the U.S. Green Building Council:
The U.S. Green Building Council is a nonprofit membership organization whose vision is a sustainable built environment within a generation. Its membership includes corporations, builders, universities, government agencies, and other nonprofit organizations. Since USGBC’s founding in 1993, the Council has grown to more than 17,000 member companies and organizations, a comprehensive family of LEED® green building certification systems, an expansive educational offering, the industry’s popular Greenbuild International Conference and Expo (www.greenbuildexpo.org), and a network of 78 local chapters, affiliates and organizing groups.
For more information, visit www.usgbc.org.
About the LEED for Schools Rating System:
The LEED for Schools Rating System recognizes the unique nature of the design and construction of K-12 schools. Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, LEED for Schools is the recognized certification program for green schools, with third-party reviews to ensure schools are healthy for students, comfortable for teachers and cost-effective.
By addressing the uniqueness of school spaces and children’s health issues, LEED provides a comprehensive tool for schools that wish to build green with measurable results. The certification system addresses issues such as classroom acoustics, daylight and views, mold prevention, and environmental site assessment.
For more information, visit www.BuildGreenSchools.org.
Ashley Katz
202.742.3738
akatz @ usgbc.org
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Granite Loan Management Develops a New Legal Department
Granite is pleased to announce the addition of a legal department to the company.
Denver, CO (PRWEB) August 28, 2008 -- Granite is pleased to announce the addition of a legal department to the company. This department is designed to further enhance the products and services provided to our valued customers. In addition to reviewing contracts and handling a variety of legal and compliance issues, the legal department will be working with Granite's various departments to ensure Granite minimizes legal risk to our customers and provides legal protection to our company.
The legal department is comprised of Will DePuy, the newly appointed General Counsel of Granite and its affiliated companies. Will comes to Granite with more than 15 years of corporate legal experience which includes working for an international entrepreneurial company and for a commercial weather service provider. During the last five years, Will was General Counsel for a nationwide construction servicing and fund control company. Will is a graduate of the Sturm College of Law at the University of Denver and received a Bachelor's of Science degree in Business Administration from Arizona State University.
Will's right hand person and paralegal is Vicki Krengel. Vicki has been a paralegal for 18 years and comes to Granite from the Denver office of Patton Boggs LLP where she spent the last 15 years as a member of their Administrative/Regulatory Practice Group. At Patton Boggs she spent a great deal of time conducting factual and statutory research primarily in relation to environmental cleanups and toxic substances. Vicki also served on the Denver office's Environmental Management and Pro Bono Committees and the Hate/Violence Task Force of the Colorado Lawyers Committee.
The legal department will provide legal guidance and assist in helping protect Granite and our customers. For more information on Granite Loan Management, visit www.graniteloan.com or send an email to sales @ graniteloan.com.
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RFID Journal Announces RFID Journal LIVE! Middle East
TagStone will be the Cornerstone Sponsor for this first annual event, to be held Jan. 5-7, 2009, at the Intercontinental Hotel in Dubai.
New York, NY (PRWEB) August 28, 2008 -- RFID Journal, the world's leading media and events company covering radio frequency identification (RFID), has announced that it will host RFID Journal LIVE! Middle East, Jan. 5-7, 2009, at the Intercontinental Hotel in Dubai. TagStone, a leading business services firm that creates business intelligence with RFID and other wireless technologies, will be the event's Cornerstone Sponsor.
"RFID Journal has a large global audience, and we are thrilled that we are able to bring the world's premiere RFID conference and exhibition to the Middle East, where there is a clear interest in RFID technologies," said Mark Roberti, founder and editor of RFID Journal. "Adoption is growing around the world and we want to help educate those in the Middle East that want to use RFID to improve the way they do business."
The conference program will focus on how all types of RFID technologies--active, Wi-Fi, passive UHF, passive HF and more--can be used to improve operations in the construction, oil and gas and logistics sectors. Like all RFID Journal events, LIVE! Middle East will feature leading end users objectively explaining how they are using RFID to enhance efficiencies and streamline business processes.
"The Middle East has a very robust economy and a business climate that is quite innovative," said Mike Meranda, CEO of TagStone. "We believe that wireless technologies like RFID have huge potential across the GCC, and TagStone is extremely pleased to be the Cornerstone sponsor of RFID Journal LIVE! Middle East. RFID Journal is the worldwide authority on this industry, and they have a well-deserved reputation for providing the best educational content and the best technology trade shows anywhere."
In addition, the event will feature technology exhibits and demonstrations by the leading RFID companies worldwide. To become an exhibitor, contact sales@rfidjournal.com.
"This really is a unique opportunity for companies across the Middle East to learn about how RFID can be used in their operation," said Roberti, "and to meet the vendors that can help them deploy a successful solution."
For more information about RFID Journal events, visit www.rfidjournalevents.com.
About RFID Journal:
RFID Journal is the leading source of news and in-depth information about radio frequency identification (RFID) and its many business applications. Business executives and implementers depend on RFID Journal for up-to-the-minute RFID news, in-depth case studies, best practices, strategic insights and information about vendor solutions. This has made RFID Journal the most relied-upon and respected RFID information resource, serving the largest audience of RFID decision-makers worldwide--in print, online and at face-to-face events. For more information, visit www.rfidjournal.com.
About TagStone:
TagStone is a leading technology services firm that helps businesses solve problems, connect with trading partners, and optimize critical business processes with wireless technology, including RFID, GPS, RTLS, networking and data exchange. Based in Dubai, TagStone brings to bear global best in class wireless technology with local expertise and support throughout the GCC to enable client firms to create, interpret, and share data for improved business controls and decision-making. For more information, visit www.tagstone.com.
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Free Webinar: A Comprehensive Blueprint for In-Building Wireless Case Study: Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas
In a complimentary live Xtalks.com webinar, InnerWireless Presents "The Competitive Advantage in Healthcare Construction: Providing Your Clients With a Comprehensive Blueprint For In-building Wireless" on September 4, 2008 Complimentary Registration here: http://xtalks.com/events/registration/xto280innerwireless/reg1.html
Toronto, ON (PRWEB) August 28, 2008 -- Xtalks.com and InnerWireless announce a complimentary case study webinar intended for the healthcare and new hospital construction industry, specifically within the following fields:
· Healthcare/Hospital Construction firms/Developers
· Healthcare/Hospital Technology Consultants (those who advise new hospital and hospital renovation clients and their builders on what wireless/IT decisions to make)
· Healthcare IT decision-makers, those who would have input on the wireless/IT portions of the construction/renovation process
· Presidents/CEOs of new construction hospitals or hospitals renovation projects
Complimentary Registration here: http://xtalks.com/events/registration/xto280innerwireless/reg1.html
Thursday, September 4th, 2008, 1:00 - 3:00pm EDT
The Competitive Advantage in Healthcare Construction:
Providing Your Clients With a Comprehensive Blueprint For In-building Wireless
SPEAKERS FOR THIS EVENT: Bill Holman, Senior Vice President, Sales, InnerWireless, Inc.
--> Steve Tobin, Analyst, Frost & Sullivan
--> Kathi Cox, Manager, Information Services, Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas
Providing Your Clients With a Comprehensive Blueprint For In-building Wireless
With in-hospital wireless promising everything from improved patient outcomes and productivity to cost containment and customer satisfaction, an extensible wireless solution is critical to the success of your client's new healthcare facility. The ability to provide guaranteed hospital-wide coverage of cellular/PCS and Wi-Fi services is just one of the many benefits a customer gains with an in-building wireless solution. A state-of-the-art broadband wireless platform, turnkey design and professional installation teams are just a few of the value-added services that make InnerWireless the ideal in-building wireless solution for renovation projects and new hospital construction.
In this session:
- Learn about the importance of in-building wireless, firsthand, from hospitals that have successfully implemented and deployed the InnerWireless solution during their construction phase.
- Understand why wireless infrastructure planning is an essential part of the construction process.
- Know the value that your customers will gain from developing a managed wireless environment before they even get the keys to the building.
- Distinguish your offering with the knowledge to offer the very latest technology for in-building wireless communication.
Complimentary Registration here: http://xtalks.com/events/registration/xto280innerwireless/reg1.html
About InnerWireless:
InnerWireless enables today's mobile workforce with the ubiquitous in-building delivery of Wireless Wide Area Network and WLAN (Wi-Fi) for voice, data, video, location and other wireless services - guaranteed. Designed expressly for mission- and life-critical wireless applications, the HorizonTM Converged Wireless Platform is the only solution that guarantees both wireless coverage and signal strength. Horizon also offers innovative capacity solutions, such as a next-generation WLAN design for optimizing Wi-Fi quality of service levels. An industry-leading warranty, low TCO and energy-conserving GREEN design make Horizon ideal for the cost-conscious enterprise. In addition, InnerWireless offers the PanGo™ Unified Asset Visibility platform to aggregate and synthesize data from a variety of RTLS, RFID and sensor sources. Asset identity, location and status information can be integrated with enterprise applications to deliver a cost-optimized, future-oriented solution for location-enabling the extended enterprise. For more information about InnerWireless, visit www.innerwireless.com.
About Xtalks.com:
Xtalks brings industry experts to executives' desktops around the world in a web-based information network that provides insight into breaking business issues through interactive digital web conferences. Xtalks web conferences allow anyone with interest in a particular topic to participate in a web meeting by synchronizing their desktop computer and phone alongside industry experts. Xtalks is part of The Honeycomb Worldwide Group of Companies.
Honeycomb Worldwide creates peer-to-peer business-oriented social networking communities, connecting senior level executives by delivering content through new and established media channels. www.honeycombworldwide.com
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For more information on this conference or Xtalks in general, or to enquire about speaking opportunities or sponsoring future events, visit www.Xtalks.com or contact Caullyn D. Godfrey at 416-977-6555 x 374.
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Ronald L. Thomas Former Director of Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission Among Panelists Announced for Economic & Land Development Forum
Jaeckle Fleischmann & Mugel, LLP and the University of Buffalo School of Architecture and Planning's Urban Design Project are pleased to announce the panelists for the Western New York Economic and Land Development Forum scheduled the morning of Thursday, October 2, 2008 at the Adam's Mark Hotel.
Buffalo, NY (PRWEB) August 28, 2008 -- Jaeckle Fleischmann & Mugel, LLP and the University of Buffalo School of Architecture and Planning's Urban Design Project are pleased to announce the panelists for the Western New York Economic and Land Development Forum scheduled the morning of Thursday, October 2, 2008 at the Adam's Mark Hotel.
The opening breakfast will include a panel session entitled "Growth and Development-A Regional Perspective", facilitated by Robert Shibley, Director of The Urban Design Project and Professor of Architecture and Planning at the University of Buffalo. Well-known lecturer and writer Ronald L. Thomas, the former Executive Director of the Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission, is among the panelists for the opening session.
Thomas has played a major role in the development of national programs that have become mainstays of local planning. He most recently led the development of a comprehensive Smart-Growth oriented framework plan in partnership with the Chicago region's six counties and 270 municipalities, as well as countless civic and business leadership organizations. His "Common Ground" initiative produced the "Regional 2040 Framework Plan", which has become a national model for community-based regional planning, utilizing leading edge computer and communication technology to guide smarter, more sustainable growth. The plan was named "Plan of the Year" in 2006 by the American Planners Association.
Local representatives joining Mr. Thomas include Brian Reilly, Commissioner of Economic Development, Permit and Inspection Services for the City of Buffalo; William M. Murray, Esq., Deputy Commissioner of Planning & Environmental Compliance for the County of Erie; and Dennis M. Penman, Executive Vice President of M.J. Peterson Development Company.
The half-day forum is designed to bring together developers, real estate, municipal and economic development professionals to discuss recent trends and issues related to the state of development in Western New York. For more information or to register visit www.jaeckle.com.
Panelists for concurrent breakout sessions are as follows:
Session 1 A: Going Green-The Leed Certification Process:
* Timothy Vaeth, Development Project Manager, Ciminelli Development Company, Inc.
* Linda Thomas, LEED, AP, Ecology & Environment
* Roxanne Button, Architect, Architectural Resources
* Dennis Gorski, SVP Government Programs, HealthNow WNY, Inc.
Session 1 B: So You Want to Locate Your Business in WNY:
* Paul Ciminelli, President & CEO, Ciminelli Development Company, Inc.
* Thomas Kucharski, President & CEO, Buffalo Niagara Enterprises
* Brian Sampson, Acting Regional Director, Empire State Development
* Samuel Ferraro, Commissioner, Niagara County Economic Development
Session 2 A: NYS Brownfields Tax Credit Revisions & BOAs:
* Mark Reid, Consultant to City of Buffalo, Urban Design Strategies
* Elaine Miller, Division of Coastal Resources, NYS Department of State
* Daniel Riker, Consultant to City of Niagara Falls, TVGA Consultants
* Ken Swanekamp, Department of Environmental Planning, County of Erie
Session 2 B: Greenway Development Update:
* Robert Kresse, Chairman, Niagara River Greenway Commission
* Hon. Paul Dyster, Mayor, City of Niagara Falls
* David Colligan, Chairman, Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy
* Jordan Levy, Chairman, Erie Canal Harbor Corporation
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TENSOR Double-Action Hinge from DORMA Glas Offers Modern Design and Reliability
DORMA Glas now offers TENSOR, a stylish double-action hinge for glass doors. The device returns the door to closed position by the action of the hinges alone, without the use of a recessed floor or overhead closer, which is sometimes not an option due to environmental restrictions. It is perfect for interior applications like professional offices and art galleries, or anywhere else where minimal, modern design is desired. The TENSOR hinges are available for installation directly to the masonry or frame and is also available for installation to a fixed glass side panel.
Millersville, MD (PRWEB) August 28, 2008 -- DORMA Glas (www.dorm-usa.com) now offers TENSOR, a stylish double-action hinge for glass doors. The device returns the door to closed position by the action of the hinges alone, without the use of a recessed floor or overhead closer, which is sometimes not an option due to environmental restrictions. It is perfect for interior applications like professional offices and art galleries, or anywhere else where minimal, modern design is desired. The TENSOR hinges are available for installation directly to the masonry or frame and is also available for installation to a fixed glass side panel.
The hinge offers a slightly convex, radiused form, reminiscent of the award-winning ARCOS design by DORMA. It features an inlay which serves as a mechanical stop for the hinge, protecting the surface of the fixed hinge section from damage when the door is opened to 90 degrees.
TENSOR includes a fast and easy zero position adjustment for alignment of a single door, or pair of doors. At 90 degrees, the TENSOR system holds the door firmly and securely in position. Once pushed in the closing direction, the spring mechanism of the TENSOR fitting takes over, operating from an angle of 80 degrees.
TENSOR is available for single- and double- leaf doors for 3/8" (10 mm) or 1/2" (12 mm) glass and can accommodate a maximum weight of 143 lbs (65 kg). TENSOR has been third-party verified to 500,000 operating cycles, the only double acting hinge on the market to do so.
For more information or a product brochure, call DORMA Glas at 1-800-451-0649 or visit www.dorma-usa.com.
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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VISTA Formally Endorses Building Information Modeling (BIM) Standard -- BIMStorm™ Sponsorship Solidifies Commitment to Building Life-Cycle Collaboration
VISTA Technology Services, Inc. (VISTA) announced that it will sponsor BIMstorm™ Alexandria, Federal Friendly Zones™ this coming Fall 2008. This formal collaboration brings facility planners, architects and builders together in an exchange that promotes information integrity for the built environment. It supports the Federal facilities community in taking a world-leading role in sustainability.
Herndon, VA (PRWEB) August 28, 2008 -- VISTA Technology Services, Inc. (VISTA) announced today that it will become a cosponsor of BIMStorms™. This formal collaboration brings facility planners, architects and builders together in an exchange that promotes information integrity for the built environment. VISTA will sponsor BIMstorm™ Alexandria, Federal Friendly Zones™ this coming Fall 2008.
"Even though our business works further into the life-cycle management process than design and construction, it is critically important that we endorse evolving sustainability standards like BIM and LEED," said VISTA President and Chief Executive Officer David Baxa. "Our bottom line is that it's the right thing to do for our customers, our profession and for our society. We see BIMStorm™ sponsorship as taking one more step towards greater social responsibility as a business."
BIMstorm™ origins date back to the mid-90s when the architecture firm ONUMA was using BIM in ways that focused on the "i" or information piece of Buidling Information Modeling. This emphasis on data allowed worldwide collaboration for ONUMA and its project teams. The process and tools continued to evolve within ONUMA throughout the 90s. At the time, it was common practice for client deliverables to come in form of traditional CAD files or hard copy documents, but not the data itself. Forward-looking clients recognized the value of the underpinning data, and ONUMA gradually started integrating it more closely with projects and engaging the project teams in advanced use of the "i" in BIM.
"BIMStorm™ is a logical progression from these beginnings," according to Baxa. "When ONUMA partnered with the buildingSMART alliance at the National Institute of Building Sciences to create BIMStorm™, the energy and visibility created across the facility professions was significant. It supported the Federal facilities community in taking a world-leading role in sustainability."
VISTA's sponsorship of BIMStorm™ Alexandria, Federal Friendly Zones™ is supporting the transformation of the industry. Many Federal organizations already endorse BIM including the Coast Guard, Smithsonian Institution, General Services Administration, Department of Homeland Security and others. More BIM-compliant buildings in the Federal inventory will reduce the cost of implementing portfolio management and sustainability programs.
"One of our greatest challenges in asset management lies in capturing and sustaining information about buildings that have existed for some time," commented David Baker, VISTA's National Director for Asset Management Solutions. "Anything that our industry can do to reduce data-capture effort and cost will directly make improved life-cycle asset management more obtainable. To that end, BIM data gives life-cycle managers a significant boost forward."
VISTA's core business in facilities asset planning and management will directly benefit from the BIMSmart™ initiative. BIM data is typically created during a building's design and construction phases at the front-end of the life-cycle, when the cost is virtually zero. Bringing an entire portfolio up to BIM standards will be a landmark for life-cycle asset planning and management.
About VISTA:
VISTA is the leader in decision support analytics and technology-based solutions for government real property. Government executives use VISTA for information technology, management consulting, decision support systems and services. Our focus on real property helps our clients gain the greatest value from money they spend on buildings, land and infrastructure.
VISTA's services and solutions help collect and analyze massive volumes of data. The result is high quality financial performance information that makes it easier to plan and implement effective policy, management, resource stewardship, and budget choices.
In short - VISTA builds better decision support. We help customers evolve best practices, consistent reporting and performance measures, all related to the best use of assets while managing costs. For more than 20 years, VISTA's solutions have helped government run better - cutting costs, eliminating waste and improving performance. To learn more, visit www.vistatsi.com.
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Chief® Showcases Installer-Inspired FUSION™ Series Fixed and Tilt Mounts at CEDIA 2008
Take control of your install with the all-new FUSION, engineered to solve common installation problems for the professional installer.
Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) August 27, 2008 -- www.chiefmfg.com - Chief's new FUSION universal mounting system provides the most progressive collection of features available today, focusing on usability and speed of installation. The new low-profile design, available in fixed or tilt models for 26"-75" TVs, was engineered to solve the most common installation problems for the professional installer and free up valuable time.
To develop the FUSION Series, Chief began by conducting valuable field research. The Chief product development team joined professional installers onsite, to observe specific challenges they are faced with when mounting flat panel TVs. These challenges, ranging from inconvenient stud location to perfect leveling of the flat panel, directly influenced the design of FUSION.
Represented by the 4 C's, features of the FUSION Series work to perfect flat panel wall mount installations. The 4 C's of FUSION include:
1. Centerless™ Lateral Shift allows perfect centering of a flat panel TV, offering up to 16" of post-installation adjustment (8" left or right of uprights), to offset the mount from studs.
2. ControlZone™ Leveling provides fail-proof mounting. Make all needed adjustments after the mount is on the wall, including overall mount height and leveling.
3. Centris™ Low-Profile Tilt provides effortless, fingertip tilting without tools while remaining less than 2" deep.
4. Click-Connect™ features an audible click when the screen safely engages with the mount. For easy cable access, use the built-in cable that temporarily positions screen away from the wall.
Customizable for any application, FUSION offers integrated accessories, including a glass component shelf, side speaker and center channel speaker adapters that are automatically leveled with the mount.
Simplifying the mounting process and decreasing installation time, the new FUSION Series presents a fully integrated solution to answer common problems faced by installers.
For more information, visit Chief at CEDIA Booth #1014.
About Chief
Chief Manufacturing is a division of Milestone AV Technologies, a Duchossois Group Company, and has more than 30 years of proven product and service excellence. Committed to responding to industry needs in the Pro AV, Residential and Office markets, Chief offers a complete line of mounts, lifts and accessories for flat panel displays and projectors.
Chief continues to design innovative mounting solutions that complement the technology they support. With multiple product awards and patented designs, Chief provides unique mount features, and is recognized for delivering not only quality products, but knowledgeable, helpful customer service.
U.S. and Europe sales offices support a global network spanning the Americas, Europe, the Pacific Rim and beyond. Chief distribution centers are located in Minnesota and the Netherlands. www.chiefmfg.com.
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Free "New to House Plans?" Report Offered by Leading House Plans Website
HomeDesignCentral.com offers limited-time download of popular "New to House Plans?" special report. In the report, readers will learn how to save thousands on their new house plans…
Baton Rouge, LA (Bluehost/PRWEB ) August 27, 2008 -- Due to popular demand for simple and easy-to-follow steps on how to find affordable and easy-to-build house floor plans, the "New to House Plans?" Special Report was released today by Home Design Central.com.
"We are very fortunate to be able to talk with many different individuals and families, on a weekly basis, about what they're looking for in their new house plans. One concern that seems to be a constant, is that they are confused about how the house plans process works, and aren't really sure how to proceed", noted Jill Phillips of HomeDesignCentral.com.
"We know that the process can be confusing, and that's why we developed the "New to House Plans?" special report. Its ONLY purpose is to educate new house plan shoppers about the entire process and what affordable options are available to them."
In this special report, consumers can learn everything about how the "house plans shopping" process works, including:
* What are the different house plan options I have, and what are the advantages / disadvantages of each?
* What are the differences between "Stock" Home Plans vs "Custom" House Plans?
* What do I need to know about my house plans when going to local building officials to obtain permits?
* What are the most-popular house plan features being included in new homes?
* What are the different types of home foundations, what are the characteristics of each, and which one is right for you?
* What if I need changes to the house plans? How does the floorplan modification process work and how much does it cost?
* What are the different types of plan packages that are available and which one is right for your specific needs?
* And finally, "What to do Next"? An easy-to-follow roadmap to getting the exact house plan you want, at a fraction of the price of a custom set of house plans…
"Hopefully, this comprehensive report will help people who are beginning the house plan search process to better understand what options they have, from the outset. Additionally, if anyone should have additional questions about stock house plans, thats not covered in the report, our team at HomeDesignCentral.com is always happy to answer those, noted Jill Phillips.
You can access the Limited-Time, Free Special Report at:
http://www.HomeDesignCentral.com/freereport
For additional information on the house plans available on Home Design Central.com website, contact Jill Phillips or visit www.HomeDesignCentral.com.
About HomeDesignCentral.com:
Home Design Central.com is the premier stock house plans broker on the Internet, offering a searchable database of thousands of the most-popular house floor plans, home plans, dream houses, and blueprints from the nation's leading building designers and architects.
To learn more, visit www.HomeDesignCentral.com today, and join our "House Plan News" mailing list to receive a special subscriber-only offers and money-saving tips on building your new home…
Press Contact:
Jill Phillips
Home Design Central.com
phone: 1-800-734-0829
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Housing Slump Creates Boom for Tax Lien Investors, Says BuyTaxLiens.com Owner
Online sales of tax lien properties, also known as tax lien certificates, are taking off says Denny Mitchell, owner of BuyTaxLiens.com. His tax lien auction website specializes in providing a free daily list of tax lien properties resulting from government tax lien foreclosures and has been growing at a break neck pace recently thanks to the distressed housing market fueling a new nationwide boom in online tax lien investing.
West Palm Beach, FL (PRWEB) August 27, 2008 -- Denny Mitchell, a commercial real estate developer with an active interest in investing in tax lien certificates, has turned his part time hobby into a wildly successful web community for new tax lien investors. In April of 2008, Mr Mitchell launched BuyTaxLiens.com thinking it would be a simple site for he and his friends to keep tabs on new tax sales online, but to his surprise the site took on a life of its own generating a rapidly growing list of loyal subscribers. This has spurred him to add features like free daily email alerts announcing new tax lien sales and periodic free video tutorials on tax lien investing driven by questions from his email list subscribers.
Although not often discussed in mainstream media, the underground world of investing in tax liens and tax deeds is nothing new. Wealthy family trusts and large institutions have been buying large portfolios of tax certificates across state lines for many years, essentially using them as a safe harbor in volatile economic times.
In 2009, it is projected that at least 29 states will be facing combined budget shortfalls of $48 billion. This in part due to the effect of delinquent property taxes squeezing local governments for cash as the fallout continues from the housing bust according to The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, a Washington DC think tank. What this means for real estate investors is that for the foreseeable future there will continue to be plenty of tax liens available to purchase on properties throughout the country.
For those unfamiliar with buying tax liens...essentially when a property owner doesn't pay their property taxes for a given year, the local government must raise the cash another way to keep basic municipal services running like police, fire, and schools, to name a few. In order to do this they have public tax sales to sell notes known as tax lien certificates. Each state varies on how these sales are conducted and what level of return is paid. For example, Florida tax certificates offer returns as high as 18% per annum with 1st position lien rights even in front of the 1st mortgage of a bank, plus, the tax certificate holder inherits almost government like powers including the right to foreclose on the property in two years if not repaid. Texas offers returns on tax deeds as high as 50%! To learn more about tax lien investing sign up for free email alerts and video tutorials by visiting: http://www.buytaxliens.com
Like most industries, the web has been changing how investors find tax lien certificates online so its no surprise that there have been many paid sites popping up to serve this hot new online investment sector. By using the internet, many investors can now shop for tax deals anywhere in the country and find tax lien certificates on every property type including residential, retail, office, industrial properties and of course raw land. Shopping online also takes the pressure off by allowing more time and tools for due diligence and price comparisons.
"I encourage investors new to tax lien investing to first just watch live sales for a while and study the deals before buying anything - similar to virtual stock trading. Once they are ready to make their first purchase, begin with a very small tax certificate, say under $200-$300. After they do a few small deals successfully and get comfortable with the process, then start increasing the size of their deals along with the number of cities and property types in their portfolio. The best thing about our site is that unlike most sites, visitors can actually watch live auctions for free for as long as they like to get familiar with the process and even watch tutorials without buying anything. We have partnered with a few very well known online players to deliver a list of new tax sales to our subscribers everyday in a secure online shopping environment." Said Denny Mitchell, owner of BuyTaxLiens.com.
Considering the low cash basis required to get started and steady cash-on-cash returns, coupled with the quasi governmental powers associated with this type of lien ownership, tax liens are the new hot investment of choice.
For additional information on how to invest in tax lien properties, visit http://www.buytaxliens.com and sign up for the free daily tax sale alerts and newsletter at the top of the page, or check out their videos on YouTube.
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Solar Innovations, Inc. Introduces Ideas for Passive Greenhouse Environments
Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial greenhouses; conservatories; sunroom; and folding, tilting, and sliding glass doors, walls, windows, and screens, introduces ideas for passive energy greenhouse environments.
Myerstown, PA (PRWEB) August 27, 2008 -- Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial greenhouses; conservatories; sunroom; and folding, tilting, and sliding glass doors, walls, windows, and screens, introduces ideas for passive energy greenhouse environments.
It is important to consider geographic location and orientation relative to existing structures when designing passive greenhouse enclosures. Maintaining ideal amounts of sun exposure while minimizing heating and cooling energy requirements can be achieved with proper location planning and the inclusion of the correct greenhouse accessories.
There are many options which customers may choose to incorporate into their greenhouse in order to improve energy efficiency. Everything from high performance glazing to low energy fans can be selected to meet a customer's personal needs and energy requirements. Natural ventilation patterns provided by skylights, ridge vents, and eave vents are the ideal place to begin. Ridge vents and eave vents opened simultaneously create circular air flow, naturally cooling the structure and creating a healthier environment by removing stagnant air.
Beyond simply ventilating the structure, glass choice and shading options can work in tandem to create an energy efficient, controlled environment. The type of glass chosen will play an important role in maintaining the greenhouse's temperature by either reflecting sunlight to keep solar heat out, keeping heat in, allowing heat to escape, or allowing additional sunlight to enter the structure and create a more temperate atmosphere. Selecting the appropriate glass type depends on several factors: the purpose of the greenhouse, the geographic location of the greenhouse, and the directional orientation of the greenhouse relative to the sun. To improve efficiency, more than one type of glass can be utilized in the structure to meet the specific needs of the greenhouse. Interior and exterior shades are available in both fixed and operable options to help control the temperature in the greenhouse by blocking some of the sunlight. They are also helpful for shading areas of the greenhouse that require less sunlight than others.
Depending on orientation, sun exposure, and accessory configuration, use of the sun to heat flooring or rear walls can work in conjunction with low energy fans to move the radiant heat throughout the greenhouse and into adjoining structures. Large water tanks stored inside the structure can also be used as a radiant heat source as they will store the solar heat and release it as the air temperature drops.
The Solar Innovations, Inc. team designs each structure for the specific application of each greenhouse. Customers who desire a functional http://www.solarinnovations.com/residential/greenhouses/[greenhouse with living space can be accommodated by a conservatory greenhouse from Solar Innovations, Inc. These functional structures take the best of two worlds, living space and growing space, and combine them to create a relaxing, harmonious environment. With effective planning and goal setting, we provide exquisite, livable growing space. Our thermally enhanced systems can integrate nearly any accessory including windows, doors, and skylights. The perfect blend of passive solar and useable space can be achieved with proper planning. Contact Solar Innovations today at skylight@solarinnovations.com or call 800-618-0669 for information on passive energy greenhouse enclosure.
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Worlds First Totally Safe Glow Paint Is Launched In The UK
The first certified VOC Free, Child-Safe, Eco-Friendly Glow In The Dark Paint is to be launched this week in the UK. After more than 12 months of research and development a true 100% VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) FREE Glow Paint will be available. Meeting stringent EU Toy Safety Regulations the new paint contains none of the harmful VOC's found in most paints and which contribute greatly to low-level pollution and health & safety issues.
Rossendale, Lancashire, UK (PRWEB) August 27, 2008 -- This week sees the UK launch of Superstarz (www.glowpaint.net), a ground-breaking new Glow in the Dark paint from interior decorating specialists Superstars Ceilings working in conjunction with Starz Ceilings. The paint is a world-first in terms of safety and following rigorous testing has been deemed 100% safe for use by both adults and children alike. Taking more than a year to develop Superstarz Glow in the Dark paints are seen as a major step forward in Glow Paint technology.
Most paints, including Glow Paints contain Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's), particularly formaldehyde and lead, which are harmful to everyone. They can be extremely damaging to personal health and the environment and paint ranks as one of the top contributors of this type of pollution. There is extreme concern over the high levels of VOC's that we are exposed to whilst using paints.
Superstarz paint has zero VOC's and has been developed by a leading scientist whose life's work has focused on Glow in the Dark technology. Now for the first time ever a Glow in the Dark paint is available that is totally safe and free of any formaldehyde and lead. Important to note is that the new Superstarz paint is fully compliant to EU toy safety regulations EN71 part 3. The paint is also beneficial to asthmatics and sufferers of allergies.
The launch comes just days after the department store Harrods was forced to recall hundreds of toys after tests found potentially harmful levels of formaldehyde, just one of an increasing number of chemicals and lead compounds being found in products causing them to be removed from the market.
The search for a 100% VOC Free, Child-Friendly Glow in the Dark paint was deemed necessary as Superstars Ceilings (www.superstarsceilings.info) use Glow paints to transform children's bedroom ceilings into truly amazing out-of-this-world cosmic night sky murals. These murals remain invisible during the daytime. The paint is then charged by daylight, UV or artificial light and at night the paints glow for up to 12 hours and the ceilings come to life. Mark Watts from Superstars Ceilings says "As our work involves using Glow In The Dark paints on a daily basis in children's rooms it was important to find a totally safe paint that would not have adverse effects on us during the application stage and also to the child using the room once each job was completed. With the introduction of our new Superstarz range of paints we now have that peace of mind."
Ceilings painted with Superstarz paint have been proven to help children sleep. " I am delighted now that Benjamin sleeps not only with the light off but also with his door shut. This is something I thought we would never achieve, but now he can't wait to see his ceiling," said one happy parent.
Superstarz glow paint is now on general sale and comes in four colours: blue, violet, green and aqua and a 60ml pot costs just £15.99 (including postage and packing).
For further information on this exciting breakthrough in paint technology visit the Superstarz website at http://www.glowpaint.net/
Media Contact - Mark Watts @ http://www.glowpaint.net/
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Landscape Garden Artist Scott Cohen Takes Top Award for Pool and Spa Design
Acclaimed landscape garden artisan Scott Cohen was recently presented with a 2008 Masters of Design Award from Pool and Spa News for a Calabasas, CA backyard design. This is the second time Cohen and his Los Angeles-based outdoor design and construction firm, The Green Scene, have been selected for this top honor.
Canoga Park, CA (PRWEB) August 27, 2008 -- Acclaimed landscape garden artisan Scott Cohen was recently presented with a 2008 Masters of Design Award from Pool and Spa News. This is the second time Cohen and his Los Angeles-based outdoor design and construction firm, The Green Scene, have been selected for this top honor.
The Masters of Design Award recognizes spectacular pool and spa projects that push the boundary of great design. This time Cohen was selected for his work on an exceptional backyard for a Calabasas, California residence.
"I designed and built every aspect of this project including the patio covers, fireplace and decorative iron pavilion. This project tapped into everything I've learned how to do over the past 20 years and required every bit of creativity that I could muster for a project," says Cohen. "I am honored to receive the Masters of Design Award for this backyard resort. My entire team is excited to receive the recognition from our peers and the accolades that come with this coveted award."
The award-winning yard features a sweeping poolscape that takes full advantage of the property's rolling hillside views while showing off the home's elegant Tuscan-inspired architecture. To create this European style retreat, Cohen combined rustic hardscape materials with elegant old-world detailing, including a patio pavilion arrayed with intricate iron scrollwork. The fan-shaped, vanishing edge pool pristinely reflects the arches, columns, and ironwork of the home and yard. Its dramatic shape creates a focal point that draws the viewer's eye toward the center of the house.
During his twenty plus year career, Cohen's innovative work has garnered numerous other awards and has attracted national media attention. In March of this year, Cohen swept the annual Western Pool and Spa Show Design Contest with a total of seven awards in five categories, including first place in the top three categories.
His outdoor creations are frequently featured on Home and Garden Television. This project and many others are featured on a new HGTV show, Get Out, Way Out, and his work has been showcased in a number of other HGTV programs, including Sizzling Outdoor Kitchens, Big Splash, Landscaper's Challenge and Designing for the Sexes.
Cohen provides outdoor design consultation for clients throughout Southern California and by phone nationwide. Many of Cohen's designs are also available through Fetch-A-Sketch (www.fetchasketch.com), an online resource for ready-to-use perspective drawings and construction plans.
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Seven Life Saving Tips Every Person Using A Fall Protection Safety Harnesses Should Know from SnugHarness.com
Online video is the primary way to inform SnugHarness.com customers of the best safety practices in fall protection -- how to go from sorry to safe before going up on the roof, tower, or jobsite. It is the most entertaining and informative way to explain how safety fall equipment works for all who want to follow laws and requirements to protect employees.
(Vocus/PRWEB ) August 27, 2008 -- A new fun video called “Inspecting Your Harness” is now online to help make those safety recommendations more livelier when discussing OSHA safety standards. The SnugHarness.com video lists seven areas to check on your Fall Protection Harness:
1. Check your webbing on your harness every time your wear it.
2. Check the D-ring for sharp edges that might cut the webbing
3. Check the buckle connections for sharp edges
4. Check the grommets on the tongue buckle for stress
5. Make sure the mating buckles are in good working order
6. Check out the quick connect buckles
7. Retire your harness every five years whether you wear it daily or not.
The staff believes that they can have fun with videos when providing serious Fall Protection Safety Gear to save your life. It just might help get your workers to wear the equipment that will protect them while on the job and on the roof. This new video is the 5th in the series of SnugHarness.com How-To videos for Fall Protection.
SnugHarness.com takes the time to group all the hard-to-find fall equipment safety products in one place. You can find the best tools, roof anchors, safety harnesses, and protective gear to make your life on the roof a whole lot safer.
Located in the heart of Wisconsin…. where a good days work is valued, the SnugHarness.com staff of experts never fall from the task. The staff delivers straight talk on what works best for you and then ships it fast. They want to keep you snug and safe.
If you’d like more information about this topic, or to schedule and interview with John Charles Steinmuller please contact us at SnugHarness.com 608-838-3300 a Division of Safety Plus Products Inc, 4123 Terminal Drive Suite 210, McFarland, WI 53558
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Arthur Rutenberg Homes' Sales Exceed $7 million In June
The numbers buck the trend in Sarasota and Bradenton.
Sarasota, FL (PRWEB) August 27, 2008 -- As most builders in West Florida see their sales numbers plummet, M. Pete McNabb Inc., an independent franchise of Arthur Rutenberg Homes, is experiencing a boom in trade. At more than $7 million, reports show that in June, Arthur Rutenberg Homes for sale in Florida, specifically in Sarasota and Manatee counties are more than double what they have been averaging for the past two years.
Pete McNabb, franchise owner, acknowledges that many custom home builders in Tampa and other cities in the area are struggling at the moment, but says the trend is not affecting his business. "June's sales volume is the best we've posted since September 2005."
The growth of sales for M. Pete McNabb is attributed to many factors unique to this builder and the Sarasota and Manatee county market. Derek Nelson, president of M. Pete McNabb, however, points to the quality of homes the company constructs as the biggest factor driving the franchise's outstanding sales.
"The Arthur Rutenberg designs function better than any of the designs I have seen," Nelson said. "That coupled with our meticulous attention to detail has attributed to our success."
M. Pete McNabb Inc. has been building Arthur Rutenberg Homes since 1987. Since it began its affiliation with Arthur Rutenberg the Florida home builder has received numerous accolades from the company. It has received the coveted Builder of the Year award a record six times and has won the Gold Cup twice. The Gold Cup is presented to the franchise that delivers on critical success factors defined by customers, including courtesy of staff, service promptness, quality control and more.
"Arthur Rutenberg builders are known for their great customer service, so to win the Gold Cup twice was truly an honor," said Nelson. "Our entire staff makes it their goal to exceed our homeowners' expectations, step way out ahead of the competition, and to uphold the high standards set by Arthur Rutenberg himself more than 55 years ago."
For more information about Arthur Rutenberg Homes or M. Pete McNabb Inc., contact Tessa Madasz, vice president of sales, at (727) 536-5900, Ext. 231.
About Arthur Rutenberg Homes
Arthur Rutenberg Homes is the largest family of luxury-home builders in America. It was recently named the nation's fastest growing homebuilding company by Professional Builder magazine. The company's independently operated and owned franchises are located in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina. Established in 1953, the company offers more than 80 award-winning architectural plans for luxury homes.
About M Pete McNabb Inc.
Established in 1987, M. Pete McNabb Inc. offers five fully furnished model homes for viewing in the communities of La Cantera at Lakewood Ranch, Legends Bay at IMG Academies, Winding River in Bradenton and Riviera Dunes in Palmetto. Potential homeowners are also encouraged to visit M. Pete McNabb's administrative offices and Arthur Rutenberg Homes' Interior Design Center located on Town Center Parkway in Lakewood Ranch, where homeowners can make all of their color selections in one convenient location including furniture and artwork.
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Asite and OpSource Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Software-as-a-Service Platform for the International Construction Industry
Scalability and Global Reach Key to Meeting Needs of the UK’s Leading SaaS Provider for Construction IT
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) August 27, 2008 -- OpSource™, the leader in Web operations, today announced a strategic partnership with Asite Solutions, the provider of the leading global Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform for the construction industry. Asite will use OpSource On-Demand™ to support the delivery of their SaaS platform to an increasingly global audience. Asite joins a growing list of international companies selecting OpSource as their Web operations provider.
Asite delivers flexible construction IT solutions, including tools for collaboration, trading and sourcing for use by construction companies at every point in the supply chain. With its customers requiring an increasing amount of data storage, and with the company expanding geographically in Asia, the Middle East, Africa and the USA, Asite needed a company that could manage and provide dynamic scalability for its SaaS infrastructure. Asite selected OpSource for the scalability, reliability and 100 percent uptime necessary to deploy the company’s SaaS application to its growing customer base.
Nathan Doughty, COO of Asite, said, “Our relationship with OpSource pairs like-minded companies seeking to push the boundaries of innovation for SaaS application delivery and cloud computing, or ‘hardware-as-a-service’ infrastructure delivery. By partnering with OpSource, we can rapidly expand our SaaS platform to meet our global demand and focus more than ever on delivering innovation and the best possible customer experience.”
Treb Ryan, CEO of OpSource, said, “Asite was developing SaaS solutions even before they were being called SaaS. Selecting OpSource On-Demand will enable them to meet the demands of their client base as it grows – both geographically and in terms of the amount of data they work with – while also providing intercontinental redundancy and disaster recovery. We’re honored to have earned Asite’s trust as its Web operations provider.”
About OpSource On-Demand
A comprehensive, award-winning Web operations solution, OpSource On-Demand enables Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and Web companies to quickly and securely deliver their applications and services over the Web to consumers and businesses alike. Going far beyond full-featured managed hosting, it includes the application management, compliance and business services that are necessary for on-demand business success. OpSource On-Demand includes:
Technical Operations
* Best-in-class, scalable software, hardware and network infrastructure
* World-class data center facilities
* Redundant carrier class load balancing architecture
* In-depth 24x7 monitoring, security, and management procedures backed by SAS-70 Type II audits
* Built-in high availability solutions from simple clustering to wide-area Disaster Recovery Application Operations
Application Operations
* Data management
* Performance management, including multipoint user-experience monitoring
* Application Roll Out and Change Management
* Application optimization
* Compliant infrastructure, processes and procedures including: SAS 70 Type II audited, HIPAA and PCI DSS compliance and salesforce.com and WebEx certifications
Business Operations
* OpSource Billing™ - An end-to-end subscription management, metering and payment stand-alone solution, or as part of OpSource On-Demand
* OpSource Connect™ - A Web services infrastructure and integration toolset, for application integration in the "Cloud" and behind the corporate fire-wall
* OpSource End-User Support™ - 24x7 customer branded end-user support
* OpSource Analytics™ - A real-time application and customer usage information, and health of business analysis and reporting tool
About OpSource
OpSource™ delivers Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and Web applications for on-demand companies, with hundreds of applications, millions of users and billions of transactions supported daily. OpSource On-Demand™, the leading Web operations solution, is defining how Web-based software is delivered. By choosing OpSource as their Web application delivery partner, companies are freed from investing in and managing the complex and costly infrastructure and services necessary to deliver applications over the Web. They can instead focus their resources on developing, marketing and selling their applications and services. Further, by using OpSource Connect™ companies can leverage Web services such as OpSource Billing™, OpSource Analytics™ and OpSource End-User Support™ and integrate their applications with other SaaS applications over the Internet as well as with enterprise applications behind the corporate firewall. OpSource On-Demand is suitable for companies at any stage of growth, with any type of on-demand application. OpSource is the only company to offer Success-Based PricingSM, a unit-based pricing model that allows businesses to begin with a modest minimum commitment and scale expenses as revenues increase.
Headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, OpSource has Web application delivery centers in Virginia, London and Bangalore. For more information about OpSource, visit www.opsource.net.
OpSource, OpSource On-Demand and the OpSource logo are trademarks of OpSource, Inc. Success-Based Pricing is a service mark of OpSource, Inc. All other trademarks and company names mentioned are protected by their respective owners.
About Asite ABOS
Asite is a global leader in Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions for the construction and property industries, offering proven web-based software for sourcing, tendering, design collaboration, 3D and BIM Modelling, 3D Simulation, catalogue hosting and procurement.
Asite delivers their platform to more than 40,000 users supporting project delivery in every continent of the world. Asite is and continues to be the only SaaS vendor approved by the UK government via an OGC Framework agreement classified by the National Audit Office in the Top 10 frameworks for delivering real value to UK government.
Asite recently demonstrated its innovative technology by hosting the first ever Build London Live virtual design event using Asite’s cBIM technology to deliver real time online collaboration via the internet around building information models. More than 350 participants from teams representing four continents competed in a two day virtual design competition focusing on the virtual redevelopment of an East London waterside site.
Asite’s head office is in the City of London. For more information about the suite of services provided by Asite and for more information about the Asite Build London Live event, visit our website: www.asite.com.
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Will California Employers Ever Get the Breaks They Deserve?
Employer Defense Attorney, Clifton Smith, comments on the continuing saga of meal period-rest period litigation in California.
Oceanside, CA (PRWEB) August 27, 2008 -- Employer Defense Attorney, Clifton Smith, comments on the continuing saga of meal period-rest period litigation in California.
In California, an employer's duty to provide meal periods and rest periods to its employees has generated significant litigation as well as legal controversy. Recently, both the Federal Courts and California's Appellate Courts have addressed the issue with dramatically different results. This issue now awaits potential review by the California Supreme Court.
In general, California requires employers to provide at least one thirty minute meal period to all employees who work at least five hours each day, with a ten minute rest period provided in the middle of each four hour work period. California Labor Code § 226.7 requires an employer to pay an extra hour of penalty pay to an employee if the employer fails to provide a meal period or rest period, as mandated by an applicable Order of the Industrial Welfare Commission. "For any employer who fails to provide a meal period or rest period as required in California, the financial exposure can be significant," states attorney Smith.
Incredibly, one California Appellate Court asserted that the term, "provide," means that California employers must ensure that employees are actually relieved of all duties for meal and rest periods. (Cicairos v. Summit Logistics, Inc. (2006) 133 Cal.App.4th 949; 35 Cal.Rptr.3d. 243). "This Court would have an employer accept the onerous responsibility of making certain that each and every employee actually takes the complete rest period or meal period, regardless of the number of employees, or where such employees might be physically located, and despite off-site, work responsibilities (e.g.-transportation-delivery) that might make such oversight impossible. It is an impossible standard for an employer to satisfy. It would encourage employees to game the system for financial rewards," claims attorney Smith.
Federal District Courts, as well as a much publicized ruling by a California Appellate Court in the "Brinker" case, take the opposite position. These courts state that while employers cannot impede, discourage or dissuade employees from taking mandated meal or rest periods, they need only provide the opportunity for these breaks, not actually ensure that these meal periods and rest periods are taken.
In White v. Starbucks Corp. (N.D. Cal. 2007) 497 F.Supp.2d 1080, a Federal District Court, for the Northern District of California, held that an employer must offer meal periods, but is not required to ensure that employees are actually taking these breaks. In Brown v. Federal Express Corp. (C.D. Cal, Feb. 26, 2008) 2008 US District Lexus 17125: WL 906517, another Federal District Court, for the Central District of California, agreed with the Northern District Court's reasoning in White. In the case of Kenny v. Supercuts, Inc. (N.D. Cal. June 2, 2008)) US District Lexus 43070, the District Court, for the Northern District of California, concluded that an employer is not required to schedule breaks, nor ensure that such breaks are taken, nor even ensure that employees take a full meal period. "These Federal District Court judges decided that an employer is only required to provide the opportunity to take such breaks. But then it is the employees' responsibility to ensure that such breaks are taken," observes attorney Smith.
Finally, a California Appellate Court, for the Fourth Appellate District, arrived at the same conclusion. In Brinker Restaurant Corporation, et al v. Superior Court (July 2, 2008) D049331, the Appellate Court concluded that employers cannot impede, discourage or dissuade employees from taking rest periods or meal periods, but they need only provide, not ensure, that such meal periods and rest periods are taken. "The Brinker Court even offered flexibility to employers on the timing of such breaks," noted Mr. Smith. "This Court stated that rest periods need only be authorized every four hours and need not be taken in the middle of each work period, where doing so would be impractical. It also construed the statutory language of the California Labor Code to permit employers to offer a meal period anytime within the five hour, work period window." "This Appellate Court's ruling in the Brinker case is the polar opposite of the Appellate Court's position in Cicairos. The two positions cannot be reconciled," concludes Attorney Smith.
"The reasoning and decisions of the Appellate Court in Brinker, as well as the decisions of the Federal District Courts, offer a rational interpretation and application of California law, ensuring greater employer compliance with the duty to provide meal periods and rest periods to employees. These decisions shift responsibility for taking breaks to the employees, where such responsibility should be placed," states Attorney Smith. It is possible that the California Supreme Court may grant review of the Court's ruling in Brinker. Absent intervention by the California Supreme Court, the shifting legal standards and the ultimate question of employer liability for failing to "provide" meal periods and rest periods will remain.
CE Smith Law Firm is the small employer's resource in California, educating and empowering its clients to effectively manage their employees, ensuring that its clients remain labor law compliant, and serving as its clients' advocate, to advance and protect their interests.
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Strategies for Success in Construction Lending Seminar is a "Meaningful Meeting," Proceeds Benefiting Habitat for Humanity
Granite Loan Management's 10th annual Strategies for Success in Construction Lending (SSCL) Seminar is a "Meaningful Meeting" with 10% of the total room revenue to be donated equally to Habitat for Humanity and to causes supported by Community Footprints, a social responsibility program sponsored by The Ritz-Carlton.
Denver, CO (PRWEB) August 27, 2008 -- Granite Loan Management's 10th annual Strategies for Success in Construction Lending (SSCL) Seminar is a "Meaningful Meeting" with 10% of the total room revenue to be donated equally to Habitat for Humanity and to causes supported by Community Footprints, a social responsibility program sponsored by The Ritz-Carlton.
Donations will be made directly by The Ritz-Carlton to Habitat for Humanity and to the Community Footprints Fund that benefits hunger and poverty relief, education and development for disadvantaged youth, and environmental conservation.
The SSCL Seminar will be held December 2-4, 2008 at The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans in New Orleans, Louisiana. Built on a decade of strong industry support, the SSCL Seminar is the premiere construction lending event attracting attendees from across the country.
For more information, visit www.ssclseminar.com. To receive event updates and Granite Loan Management's Construction Lending News quarterly periodical, contact us at SSCL @ graniteloan.com or call 866.710.4087.
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American Clay Earth Plaster Appoints Peggy Cunningham as Sales Team Leader, National & Regional; Open House Sept. 4th
American Clay Enterprises Inc. is proud to announce the appointment of Peggy Cunningham as Sales Team Manager. Cunningham will be responsible for facilitating the regional and national availability and application of American Clay's earth friendly, natural wall plaster finishes - both interior, and the upcoming exterior launch. Cunningham will work with channels throughout her region to develop specification of American Clay's products. American Clay is hosting an open house on September 4th, from 3:00-7:00pm, to celebrate one year in the company's facility that more than quadrupled its previous production space, and allowed for corporate offices, and designated rooms for Research & Development and for workshops.
Albuquerque, NM (PRWEB) August 27, 2008 -- American Clay Enterprises Inc. is proud to announce the appointment of Peggy Cunningham as Sales Team Manager. Cunningham will be responsible for facilitating the regional and national availability and application of American Clay's earth friendly, natural wall plaster finishes - both interior, and the upcoming exterior launch. Cunningham will work with channels throughout her region to develop specification of American Clay's products.
Cunningham will be available to dealers, distributors and wholesalers to assist in the growth of their American Clay sales. In addition, she will assist other team members with presentations to architects, interior designers, developers, builders, remodelers, contractors, design build firms and owners to discuss the features and benefits of the various products and to help determine which finish system best fits a project(s).
"Peggy is a breath of fresh air! Her professionalism and tenacity promises to bring a new charge to this exciting line of products," states Carol Baumgartel, VP of Marketing for the company. CEO and Founder Croft Elsaesser adds, "I look forward to working with someone who is eager to get into the trenches to promote and learn the product. Her experience with sales and the 'green approach' is a great asset."
Cunningham grew up, as she says, in a "construction family" and has been involved in the green arena especially the last several years, implementing "green cleaning" programs in schools, hospitals, casinos and office buildings. She has a proven sales track record as a "Top Producer" in a variety of fields, which created strong connections in hospitality, government sector, casinos, and healthcare. She won a national award from Lifetime Television for a local domestic violence information campaign among other accomplishments during her time in radio and television.
"I'm eager to bring my skills and network to a product I feel passionately about," states Cunningham. "When I found American Clay, it met all my criteria for the perfect job: a green product that's fun to sell, a company with great energy, a staff that's both enthusiastic and professional, and an opportunity to grow. As a sales person you rarely get a chance to make a difference - I can with American Clay."
American Clay launched their commercial single-coat Enjarre plaster in Spring 2008, and offers three original interior custom finishes, with 43 standard (and custom matching) colors, and unlimited textures. Their products are available in 45 states as well as Canada, Japan, New Zealand and Antigua.
OPEN HOUSE
On September 4th, from 3:00-7:00pm, American Clay is hosting an open house to celebrate one year in the company's facility that more than quadrupled its previous production space, and allowed for corporate offices, and designated rooms for Research & Development and for workshops, which are consistently held throughout the year. Staff will be on hand - including the newest member, Peggy Cunningham - to answer any questions or help with demonstrations and tours. The corporate offices themselves display a variety of American Clay plaster applications, including a thickly layered, finger-designed wall, multiple stencil examples, and samples of most all the standard colors in the conference room.
Location: 8724 Alameda Park Dr. NE, Ste. F, Albuquerque, NM 87113, 866-404-1634. Food and drinks will be provided.
Since the move, American Clay has had quite a good year:
* Introduction of its commercial product, ENJARRE
* Hosted Albuquerque Mayer Martin Chavez' press conference announcing the City's new task forces on 'green' city investments and purchasing
* New Mexico Community Capital, the state's sole double bottom-line investment organization, announced an investment in American Clay to accelerate the fast-growing company
* Been noted as a "Fastest Growing Public Company in NM" by New Mexico Business Weekly
* TV appearances on ABC-TV's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition"; Planet Green's "Alter Eco"; HGTV shows "Living with Ed", "Greenovate" and "Designed to Sell"; E! Entt.'s "Green That House"; and Daisy Fuentes-hosted "EcoZone"
* Garnered print press in Popular Mechanics, Commercial Building Products, Sources + Design, Contract Magazine, Architectural Products, Walls & Ceilings, Eco-Structure, Natrual Home, GreenBuilder, Metropolitan Home, Sunset, Domino, BobVila.com, Sprig.com, HGTVpro.com, etc.
* Participated in top trade shows, Greenbuild, Dwell on Design, AltBuild Expo, and multiple speaking engagements across the U.S.
ABOUT AMERICAN CLAY ENTERPRISES, LLC:
American Clay produces award-winning, all-natural interior wall finishing products. Their Earth Plasters and the new commercial ENJARRE single coat plaster are a unique combination of clays, aggregates and natural pigments that offer builders and consumers a natural and elegant option. There is no off-gassing nor inherent waste on-site. Moreover, the plasters contain zero VOCs, are non-flammable, are mold resisting (without toxic fungicides), absorb odors, provide temperature and humidity buffering, repair/clean easily and come in recyclable packaging. American Clay is uniquely manufactured in and made of materials found in the U.S. American Clay Enterprises, Inc., is based in Albuquerque, NM, and its products are 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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Sanuvox Offers Ultraviolet Lamps to Clean Indoor Air
Ultraviolet Lamps Clean Air Handling System, Creating a Greener Building and Energy Savings.
(PRWEB) August 27, 2008 -- Sanuvox Technologies Inc. (Quebec, Canada) is now offering Ultraviolet (UV) CoilCleaners that kill germs and other bacteria in air handling and ventilation systems, thus eliminating the sick building syndrome. The UV CoilCleaners shine on the coil 24/7, destroying bacteria, viruses, mold, chemicals and its associated odors. The company utilizes ultraviolet technology to destroy biological and chemical contaminants - often related to indoor air conditioning systems. The ultraviolet wavelengths destroy these contaminants by changing the molecular structure of the contaminants through DNA sterilization and oxidation.
Sanuvox Technologies' experience and understanding has lead to a line of multi-patented residential & commercial purifiers that cannot be matched in quality and performance. The Lancet Medical Journal published the findings of McGill University scientists in which shining ultraviolet lamps manufactured by Sanuvox Technologies on indoor air conditioning coils, reduced overall sickness by 20 percent, reduced respiratory symptoms by 40 percent and resulted in a 99 percent reduction of microbial and endotoxin concentrations on irradiated surfaces within the ventilation system.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. National Homeland Security Research Center (NHSRC) reported positive results after testing Sanuvox's UV Bio-Wall Air Purifier. Installed into a ventilation system, the Sanuvox air purifier achieved a more than 99 percent destruction of two dangerous strains of a bacterium and a virus and 93 percent destruction of a certain bacterial spore.
The newly released 2008 ASHRAE Hand Book now has a chapter on UV Lamp Systems which goes on to detail the different applications UV systems can be used in.
These innovative technologies qualify for LEED certification by the U.S. Green Building Council. Such certification demonstrates that the building project meets the highest green building and performance measures.
The indoor air conditioning coil's height, width and thickness is measured. By inputting all of this information into a Sanuvox computer program, they are able to determine the number of UV Coil Clean units that would be required for the system as well as the owner's return on investment. Customers can save up to $10,000 in coil-cleaning costs, and then there are the energy savings.
For more information contact Aaron Engel at Sanuvox Technologies Inc, 146 Barr St., Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada, H4T 1Y4; visit http://www.sanuvox.com/, call 1-888-726-8869, or email aengel @ sanuvox.com
By Michael Maynard
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Greenblock ICF Wall Systems…Hurricane Protection Along the Gulf Coast
Insulated Concrete Form wall systems ideal for safe, strong and energy efficient residential and commercial construction.
Mobile, AL (PRWEB) August 27, 2008 -- Greenblock Worldwide Corporation (www.greenblock.com), a leader and pioneer in the insulated concrete form (ICF) industry, has announced that they have begun marketing their ICF products and installation services throughout the Southeastern Gulf States. With their roots in Europe, Greenblock has been promoting the use of their ICFs as a disaster resistant, energy efficient alternative to stick frame and concrete block construction for the last forty years.
"The benefits of ICF construction here along the Gulf Coast are many," says Herb Murphy, new Alabama-based Territory Manager for Greenblock. "ICF walls create structures that can withstand hurricane and tornado force winds. And the high R-value of the walls will save home and building owners a considerable amount of money on their energy bills. Bottom line is ICFs are a better way to build in this area and I'm looking forward to introducing Greenblock to the building community here," continued Murphy.
Insulated concrete forms are a 'stay-in-place' insulated wall forming system made of three primary components; high R-value expanded polystyrene foam, rigid plastic ties and steel-reinforced poured concrete. The use of ICF's began more than a half century ago and is continuing to gain popularity throughout the construction industry - especially now because of their disaster resistant, energy efficient and sustainable attributes.
The bulk of a building's environmental footprint is caused by the energy consumed in the heating and cooling of the structure over its lifetime. The high performance thermal envelope provided by Greenblock ICF construction can offer significant contribution towards reducing the energy consumption needed to control the interior climate of the structure. Additionally, the lack of air infiltration and the resistance to moisture through the exterior walls eliminates the growth of mold and pests penetration thus creating a healthy indoor environment for occupants.
Projects seeking a green certification from the United States Green Building Council, NAHB or Green Building Initiative, benefit from involving Greenblock ICFs with their project. Greenblock insulated concrete forms are:
* Energy Efficient
The expandable polystyrene foam in a Greenblock wall provides a consistent R-24 Thermal Resistance over the life of the product. Coupled with the thermal mass characteristics of concrete, as well as the lack of air infiltration in an ICF wall, the Greenblock system provides a wall comparable to that of an R-50 wood-framed or CMU wall. ICF structures are up to 70% cheaper to heat and 50% cheaper to cool than traditional wood frame or concrete block construction.
* Sound Resistant
Structures using Greenblock achieve documented levels of STC (Sound Transmission Classifications) 50 (inaudible) or higher. Wood frame and CMU structures are typically rated an average STC 25, meaning people inside of the structure can hear and understand voices outside the structure. Outside noise such as traffic, airplanes, construction and even lawnmowers and leaf blowers are greatly reduced, making the structure a quiet, peaceful sanctuary.
* Strong and Safe
Greenblock structures are much stronger than traditional building methods and materials. They provide exceptional protection from severe forces of nature, such as hurricanes and tornados. Greenblock foundation walls resist cracking and buckling up to five times better than concrete block walls. Greenblock walls are built with steel-reinforced concrete and fire-resisting expanded polystyrene foam, and they have a 2 to 4 hour fire rating depending on which product is used. ICF structures also improve indoor air quality by eliminating the holes and crevices that can trap moisture and foster mold and mildew growth.
* Environmentally Friendly
The decision to construct with Greenblock ICFs is an environmentally responsible choice. Buildings constructed with ICFs significantly reduce the negative impact on the environment through sustainable site-planning, energy-efficiency, lower HVAC requirements and improved indoor air quality.(Builders can earn up to 20 LEED points). Greenblock ICFs are non-toxic; using no CFCs, HCFCs or formaldehydes, the absence of "off-gassing" eliminates the possibility of air pollution or ozone depletion.
About Greenblock, Inc.:
Greenblock's (www.greenblock.com) roots originated in Europe over 30 years ago and moved to the United States and Canada in the late 1980's. With several integral modifications from the time of its inception, today's Greenblock continues to be the superior choice for high efficiency wall systems, noted for outstanding design and ease of use. Over the years, a significant number of structures have been built with Greenblock. Projects that range from stem walls, basements, single and multi-story residences, apartments, condominiums, schools, hospitals, hotels, towers and even swimming pools. Government agencies and utility companies are now recognizing the superior features of insulated form-built structures and are beginning to recommend its use for environmental and energy conservation benefits.
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NYC Construction/Remodeling Firm MyHome LLC Warns Consumers About Granite Radiation Exposure
NYC construction company, MyHome LLC warns of the radon dangers in certain granite countertops and offers safe and sustainable solutions for homeowners wanting to reduce the health risks associated with this material.
New York, NY (PRWEB) August 27, 2008 -- MyHome LLC (http://myhomeus.com), the full service NYC construction and renovation company, announced today its new initiative to educate homeowners about the possible risks associated with granite countertops for NYC kitchens and bathrooms. As part of their campaign, MyHome will also be spreading awareness of safe alternatives that minimize the health concerns associated with granite, such as the possible risk of lung cancer caused by radioactive gases like radon.
"Some granite countertops, particularly those mined from quarries in South America and Africa, emit possibly dangerous levels of radon and radiation," says MyHome President Mayan Metzler. "And given the way granite has skyrocketed in popularity in recent years, there could be thousands of people in the tri-state area being exposed to cancer-causing radiation within their own homes every day. While it is unlikely that all of these granite pieces are emitting dangerous levels of radiation--we feel like homeowners should decide for themselves whether or not to take risks they can easily avoid."
Radiation exposure, is, of course, a fact of daily life: background radiation from outer space, the earth itself, X-rays and certain types of appliances like smoke detectors all contribute to daily exposure. But excess radiation levels can lead to lung cancer. In fact, the Environmental Protection Agency suggests you test your home for radon gas using a DIY kit or a reliable contractor; if levels are in excess of 4 picocuries per liter of air, the government organization suggests you take action to reduce your exposure.
Not all varieties of granite are hazardous. The only way to tell whether the stones you've chosen for your home are contaminated is to have them tested--preferably before you purchase and install the slabs. This process can add extra charges to your home improvement costs and delay construction should the slabs prove to be contaminated and need to be replaced.
"Why take the chance when there are many attractive--and safe--alternatives that are also made of sustainable, eco-friendly materials?" asks MyHome CEO Yoel Piotraut. "With all of the other environmental dangers facing the world today, I think most homeowners would feel satisfied minimizing any variables that might affect their overall health."
Further, there are many attractive alternatives for homeowners seeking anything from luxury to budget countertops. Concrete, engineered stone, and solid surfaces, such as Caesarstone offer both safety and durability. In addition, wood or butcher's block (including sustainable bamboo), stainless steel, glass, recycled glass counters such as Ice Stone and Richlite, ceramic tile, and copper can also give homeowners some piece of mind.
"For those homeowners looking to reduce their carbon footprint, green products like IceStone, Richlite, Caesarstone, and bamboo, are also derived from sustainable materials that actually help reduce some of atmospheric toxins created by mass production," says Metzler. "In fact, we created the MyHome Green section of our website (http://myhomeus.com) to help clients find a full range of green products, such as low-VOC paints and others, that further reduce the chances of air contamination."
"It's imperative that homeowners become more aware of the products they take into their homes," adds Piotraut. "While picking a kitchen countertop might not seem like a life and death decision at the time, not knowing where it comes from and how it is made can be problematic--especially since consumers spend years, if not decades--with the products they bring into their lives."
For more information about how you can get your granite countertops tested for rayon or advice about which countertop alternative is right for your home, call MyHome at 800-730-0148 or visit them online at http://www.myhomeus.com.
About MyHome
MyHome is a full-service home improvement provider focused on client relations with showrooms in Manhattan, Westchester, & New Jersey. A corporate leader in delivering world-class service for the past ten years, MyHome specializes in designing, managing, building, and coordinating every part of your building project. With recent media coverage from Forbes.com to NBC's "The Today Show" MyHome's development projects are getting noticed nationwide. For more information please visit to http://www.myhomeus.com.
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RidgeLogic Enters Partnership With AccuWeather.com®
Companies to Work Together to Provide Real-Time Access of Weather and News for Digital Signage Displays.
Buffalo, NY (PRWEB) August 26, 2008 -- RidgeLogic Development, a developer of digital signage software for single locations, has signed an agreement with AccuWeather.com, the World's Weather Authority®, to distribute real-time weather and news feeds to users of their SceneStudio digital signage software application.
AccuWeather.com offers highly localized, accurate, reliable, and quality-controlled weather forecasts for more than 2.7 million locations worldwide. Featuring animated Doppler radars, eye-catching videos and timely news, sports and unique health indices, AccuWeather.com content fits all popular display platforms, screen formats and delivery methods.
Using SceneStudio, real-time weather, news and health content from AccuWeather.com can be displayed in user-defined regions of an output display. "Adding weather, news and health content is a great practice because it increases the probability of getting your core message noticed by the intended audience," says Jack Boyczuk, President of RidgeLogic. "AccuWeather.com is also a brand people trust and respect and they provide visually appealing content that's optimized for use with digital signage."
"We're very pleased to be working with RidgeLogic because they are building a presence in a segment of the digital signage industry that offers room for enormous continued growth," says Scott Homan, Senior Meteorologist and Director of Out-of-Home Media at AccuWeather. "Lobby signage solutions for small and medium businesses represent a major opportunity and we look forward to helping RidgeLogic build their business in this market segment as the industry matures."
About RidgeLogic
RidgeLogic Development provides digital signage software applications, content design and programming services to meet the specific needs of end users, resellers and OEM partners. RidgeLogic is committed to allowing its consumers to utilize non-technical personnel to create or edit content and schedule it for playback, resulting in a digital signage solution that stays fresh and relevant.
For more information on RidgeLogic Development visit: http://www.RidgeLogic.com.
About AccuWeather, Inc. and AccuWeather.com
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Callis Communications Named to Inc. 5000's List of Fastest Growing Companies
Gulf Coast area VOIP Provider Ranked 32nd of Top 100 Telecommunications Companies.
Mobile, AL (PRWEB) August 26, 2008 -- Callis Communications, a leading regional provider of hosted telephony and managed Voice-over-IP (VoIP) services for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), was included in the 2008 Inc. 5000 List of fastest growing private companies. The company also was recognized as #32 among Telecommunications Companies.
The Inc. 5000 is an expansion of the Inc. 500, which Inc. introduced in 1982. The Inc. 5000 includes the Inc. 500 but digs deeper to offer the most comprehensive look ever at the entrepreneurial engine driving the U.S.
"We've grown over 300% in the last 3 years and have a 99% customer retention rate," said Dean Parker president and CEO of Callis. "We are proud to be recognized by Inc., and will carry this momentum forward as we expand into Florida and Mississippi." See the Inc. 5000 Callis summary here.
Callis's growth is gathering national attention. Recently, TelephonyOnline, TMCnet, and Smallbiztechnology.com highlighted Callis' "green" solutions with their stories about White-Spunner Construction's use of Callis' 802.3af technology to power all phones from a central source to reduce power consumption by 50%. To get the whole story, go here for the Telephony article, here for TMC.net, or here for the Smallbiztechnology, coverage.
About Callis:
Callis Communications, based in Mobile, Alabama, is a leading facilities-based Competitive Local Exchange Carrier and ISP providing hosted IP solutions to small and medium-sized companies in key southeast business markets. Its Voicepath suite of fully-managed IP applications includes hosted PBX, local and long distance service, data backup, server collocation, and domain/email/website hosting, all backed by a highly-reliable, redundant network and its innovative 5-1-1 service for 24x7 customer support. For additional information, visit www.mycallis.com or call 251-662-8300.
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Cahaba Media Group Honored by Inc. Magazine as One of America's Fastest Growing Private Companies
Cahaba Media Group ranks No. 2,977 on the 2008 Inc. 5000 with a three-year sales growth of 120 percent.
New York, NY (PRWEB) August 26, 2008 -- Inc. has ranked Cahaba Media Group No. 2,977 on its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in the country. The list is the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy - America's independent-minded entrepreneurs. Cahaba Media Group ranked No. 41 among companies in the media industry and third among magazine publishers.
"I'm really thrilled and proud of our team for achieving this honor," says Cahaba Media Group President and Founder Wally Evans. "Our goal is to have the best publishing company in the Southeast, and this recognition proves that our formula of combining solid core values and an entrepreneurial spirit with the best people and a great business model works."
In 2002, Evans sought to start a small business with strong values and a relaxed company culture before he knew exactly what the business would be. "If you have the right values, people and processes in place and you understand how to read an income statement and balance sheet, you can manage just about any business," he says.
Cahaba Media Group is honored for the second straight year on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list. With offices in Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, the company publishes trade magazines, websites, e-newsletters and other media for the industrial and construction markets.
Cahaba Media Group's titles, Pumps & Systems and Construction Business Owner, serve fast-growing industries - specifically water, oil and gas, power transmission, chemicals and construction.
Pumps & Systems (www.pump-zone.com), "The Magazine for Pump Users Worldwide," is the voice of the pump and rotating equipment industry. It delivers relevant industry news coverage and powerful technical information to more than 40,500 BPA-qualified managers, engineers, operators and maintenance professionals worldwide. Pumps & Systems is read in 113 countries, reaching six continents.
Launched August 2004, Construction Business Owner (www.constructionbusinessowner.com) is "The Business Management Magazine for Contractors." From its inception, it was designed to be a different kind of construction magazine, filling a need in the construction industry for the kind of business management knowledge that is of real value to the owners of small to midsized construction companies. With a BPA-qualified circulation of more than 40,000 construction company owners, presidents and managers, Construction Business Owner provides a type of real-world business management education that is not found in other construction magazines and is designed to help owners and managers of small construction companies run their businesses better.
About Inc. 5000
The 5,000 companies that made the list reported aggregate revenue of $185 billion and median three-year growth of 147 percent. Most important, the 2008 Inc. 5000 companies were engines of job growth, having created more than 826,033 jobs since those companies were founded. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and a list of the fastest-growing companies that can be sorted by industry and region can be found at www.inc5000.com.
The 2008 Inc. 5000 list measures revenue growth from 2004 through 2007. To qualify, companies must be U.S.-based and privately held, for profit, independent - not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies - as of December 31, 2007, and have had at least $200,000 in revenue in 2004, and $2 million in 2007.
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Cleveland Industrial Capital LLC, Affiliate of Commercial and Industrial Real Estate Investment Firm, Cohen Asset Management Inc. Completes Sales of Industrial Property
Cleveland Industrial Capital LLC, an affiliate of commercial and industrial real estate investment firm Cohen Asset Management, Inc., closed on the sale of 30901 Carter Street, an approximate 88,000 square-foot industrial building located in Solon, Ohio on July 25, 2008.
Solon, Ohio (PRWEB) August 26, 2008 -- Cleveland Industrial Capital LLC, an affiliate of commercial and industrial real estate investment firm Cohen Asset Management, Inc., closed on the sale of 30901 Carter Street, an approximate 88,000 square-foot industrial building located in Solon, Ohio, roughly 18 miles southeast of Cleveland on July 25, 2008. This asset was acquired in November 1998 as one of 15 properties purchased by American Industrial Capital LLC during the years of 1997 - 2007.
The multi-tenant single-story warehouse distribution facility is situated on approximately 5.43 acres. Commercial and industrial real estate investment firm Cohen Asset Management, Inc. elected to sell this asset as Cleveland is no longer a Target Market in which the company is focusing its efforts. The disposition represents the final asset within the syndicated holdings of American Industrial Capital LLC, an entity the company intends to close out in 2008.
About Cohen™
Cohen Asset Management, Inc.,("CAM"), is a private commercial and industrial real estate investment firm. The firm's relationships extend to high net worth individuals, institutional investors and domestic business entities. Commercial and industrial real estate investment firm Cohen Asset Management, Inc. is an active operator and investor of real estate assets and has a well-established reputation as a value-added investor focusing on commercial and industrial real estate opportunities that are inefficiently priced due to a variety of circumstances such as vacancies, rollover risk, sub-optimal management, inefficient current use, deferred maintenance, long-term undervalued leases or other unfavorable property and market conditions.
Forward looking Statement
Except for the historical facts, the statements in this press release regarding CAM's business activities are forward-looking statements based on the beliefs of, assumptions made by, and information currently available to us about known and unknown risks, trends, uncertainties and factors that are beyond our control or ability to predict. Although we believe that our assumptions are reasonable, they are not guarantees of future performance and some will inevitably prove to be incorrect. As a result, our actual future results can be expected to differ from our expectations, and those differences may be material. Accordingly, investors should use caution in relying on past forward-looking statements to anticipate future results or trends. Except as required by law, we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements.
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U.S. CAD™ Participates in Third Annual Honolulu Canstruction® Event to Raise Canned Goods for Hawaii Foodbank
Aiea Team creates 'green design' structure using tuna cans and same Autodesk® Software that designs real buildings.
Honolulu, HI (PRWEB) August 26, 2008 -- U.S. CAD, Hawaii and the Western U.S.'s largest provider of computer-aided design (CAD) services and products, participated in the Third Annual Honolulu Canstruction® Design/Build Competition to raise canned goods for the Hawaii Food Bank on Saturday, Aug. 23, at the Pearlridge Center, Uptown. A national community service program created by the Society for Design Administration on behalf of the design and construction industry, Canstruction is presented in Hawaii by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), Honolulu Chapter with additional local sponsorship. Each year, the event raises some 40,000 pounds of canned goods for Hawaii's hungry.
"With its goal of ending hunger 'one can at a time,' Canstruction is a terrific way for U.S. CAD, along with other area design and construction organizations, to help raise public awareness for Hawaii's hungry and generate a significant amount of canned food donations - all while doing what we do best: designing and building," said Yoshi Honda, U.S. CAD Director of Operations for Hawaii. "Saturday's 'competition' was a lot of fun, and our choice to build the U.S. CAD 'Sustainable by Design' logo using cans of tuna had special significance, since sustainable or 'green' design and tuna fish are both vital to the Aloha state."
Competing in shifts, the team from U.S. CAD's Aiea office created a six-foot-high, seven-foot-wide structure of the company's "Sustainable by Design" logo using some 4,000 cans of tuna (four different types) and 600 bottles of water. Earlier this week, several of the U.S. CAD team members joined colleagues from another company, Next Design, for a live, pre-Canstruction demonstration on the KGMB Morning Show.
The software used to create the prototype and detail drawings for U.S. CAD's structure included Autodesk Inventor 2009, AutoCAD® 2009 and Autodesk 3ds MAX Design 2009 - all of which are used in the building design industry, and all of which U.S. CAD provides to its customers.
As Hawaii's only authorized Autodesk® solutions reseller, U.S. CAD knows a thing or two about sustainable design and building. Formerly Pacific CADD Services in Hawaii, U.S. CAD provides computer-aided design services, training and products, including the latest Autodesk technologies, to Hawaii's growing civil, mechanical and architectural design, building-engineering and geospatial industries, as well as government agencies.
About Canstruction:
According to the AIA Honolulu Chapter website, "Canstruction combines the competitive spirit of a design/build competition with a unique way to help feed hungry people. Competing teams, led by architects and engineers, showcase their talents by designing giant sculptures made entirely out of canned foods."
The canned-food structures are limited to a footprint of eight feet by eight feet, as well as a height of eight feet. Structurally self-supporting, the only materials allowed 1/4-inch leveling, cardboard, tape, rubber bands, wire and the donated food itself.
Awards determined by a jury of prominent island architects, public servants and other community members are presented in categories including Jurors' Favorite, Structural Ingenuity, Best Use of Labels and Best Meal. The public also can vote, with one donated can of food equaling one vote. The structure that receives the most public votes during the two-week exhibition of the structures (which runs through Sept. 7) will receive the People's Choice Award. At the end of the exhibition, all of the food used in the structures, as well as the public's canned food "votes," will be donated to the Hawaii Foodbank. Members of the public are encouraged to visit the exhibition at the Pearlridge Center, Uptown and vote their conscience.
About U.S. CAD:
Based in Costa Mesa, Calif., with offices in Aiea, Hawaii, U.S. CAD, Inc. (formerly Pacific CADD Services in Hawaii) has grown to be the largest Autodesk reseller in Hawaii and the Western U.S., with more than 65 employees supporting customers in the full spectrum of Autodesk technologies. U.S. CAD employs nearly 30 Technical Specialists and adds an additional 25 Autodesk Consultants through its strategic partner K-TEK Solutions, based in Northern California. With this technical bench strength of over 50 individuals, U.S. CAD's expertise is sought after by an impressive array of companies who value U.S. CAD's unique mix of technology implementation, project assessment, process consulting, knowledge assessment, project mentoring, flexible training options, and technical support services. U.S. CAD has grown rapidly due, in part, to its commitment to respecting the needs of its business partners and honestly communicating how complex technologies are successfully implemented, and to delivering solutions with the highest level of integrity.
To find out what makes U.S. CAD unique and all the ways it helps its customers "Achieve More!" go to http://www.uscad.com.
U.S. CAD is a trademark of U.S. CAD, Inc. Autodesk and the Autodesk logo are registered trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., in the USA and/or other countries. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders.
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The Villages Resident Survey Reveals Increased Need for Gyms for Active Adults
Resident Survey Highlights Active, Lifestyle, Opportunity for Gyms, Health Clubs to Expand
THE VILLAGES, Fla. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) August 26, 2008 -- The Villages, the largest single site residential development in the U.S., released results of the annual resident survey illustrating shifting fitness and health trends among local baby boomer and active adults. The survey reveals more than 60 percent of residents exercise and play sports more than once a week. As a result, regular exercise has become a quality-of-life issue for residents as they have more time to indulge in their own fitness passions and have adopted exercise as part of their lifestyle.
"Boomers were the first generation that grew up exercising at gyms, and the first that expects, indeed demands, that they be able to exercise into their 70's and 80’s. Boomers are changing the notion of traditional retirement and physical fitness,” said John M. Crossman, CCIM, president of Crossman & Company and retail spokesperson for The Villages. “Our residents are blowing away the myth about how active retirees are and it’s not simply a walk around the park, it’s joining teams and competing.”
Baby boomers are the fastest-growing segment of the fitness population today. The increase has been the defining change in the fitness industry over the past 15 years. Gym owners, equipment developers and business professionals concerned with profitability in the fitness industry, should be doing everything they can to attract the baby boom generation.
Results are based on the responses of more than 11,000 survey participants, collected in March 2008. They reflect the demographic and geographic distribution of the development’s adult population.
About The Villages/Crossman & Company
Crossman & Company handles the retail leasing for The Villages, FL including the town centers of “Lake Sumter Landing”, “Spanish Springs”, plus the “Buffalo Ridge” and “Antrim Dells” shopping centers. The Villages is the largest single-site mixed-use real estate development in the U.S. and currently home to major retail and restaurant tenants including: Publix, Fresh Market, Wal-Mart, McDonald’s, Barnes & Noble, Belk, Bealls, Bonefish Grill, Panera Bread, Starbucks, Sweet Bay, TGI Friday’s, Chico’s, Ruby Tuesday’s, Target, Outback, Carrabas, Bass, Izod, JoS. A. Bank and Red Lobster.
For more information please visit www.thevillagescommercialproperty.com, or call 352-753-6654.
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Study Finds Most Online Home Seekers Searching Through Incomplete and Inaccurate Listings
Representative, Three-Market Survey Shows Popular Real Estate Search Engines Don't List Many Homes Available for Sale, With Comprehensiveness as Low as Eight Percent
SAN FRANCISCO (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) August 26, 2008 -- A real estate industry study released today shows that most popular consumer real estate search engines, including Trulia, Zillow, Google and Yahoo!, offer home seekers only a small fraction of the homes actually available on the market - and that many of the listings are inaccurate or out of date. Real estate searches on these popular sites in three sample markets -- Miami, Dallas and San Diego -- failed to provide users with as much as 92 percent of available listings in their home searches.
The study, commissioned by Roost.com and conducted by the WAV Group, points out the stark contrasts between different online property search methods available today and concluded that the most accurate source of listing information is the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS). The WAV Group specifically researched how popular consumer real estate search sites including Trulia, Google and Yahoo!, among others -- which aggregate listings from a variety of third-party sources -- stack up to sites like Roost.com, which are enabled by the MLS. The MLS is the real estate industry standard database for sharing information on local homes for sale and is available only to licensed real estate agents and brokers; all the listings on the MLS are derived from local agents and brokers. To serve the needs of agents wishing to make MLS property search available to consumers, MLS boards nationwide have deployed a standard called Internet Data Exchange, or IDX.
The three cities were chosen as the best sample markets to test the IDX model versus aggregator models. Roost.com, through unique relationships with real estate brokers and local MLS boards, can also offer IDX data to consumers across the nation. In fact, Roost is the only search engine online today that offers consumers access to all MLS data in covered markets as well as for sale by owner and new construction listings.
Top-line findings in the detailed study showed some aggregator sites with accuracy rates as low as eight percent. In Dallas, for instance, Google fared the best among the aggregators for listing accuracy by displaying 56 out of 81 possible listings, or 69 percent accuracy. In San Diego, Yahoo! was missing 70 out of the 76 listings found in the MLS, or listing accuracy of just eight percent. Trulia and Zillow also had mixed results from city to city. In Dallas and Miami, they both displayed about 50 percent of the listings.
By contrast, researchers established that searchable housing information on IDX-powered broker websites, like Roost.com, is the most accurate public home search available - usually 96 percent to 98 percent accurate. The small percentage of differences occurs because IDX data is typically refreshed once a day. Any home that gets sold, newly listed, expired, or has had a price change gets updated within 24 hours.
In each market, “accuracy” was defined as a percentage of listings on a site that matched the MLS.
“This study is important because it shows that many people looking for their dream home have had much of their time wasted on having to search through screen after screen of bad data. It really is a case of buyer beware,” said Alex Chang, CEO of Roost. “Roost.com users, on the other hand, can be confident that they're seeing the best, most up-to-date listings available. It's very simple - access to accurate data arms you with the information you need for the biggest purchase you'll ever make. When you're ready to take that first step toward buying a home, we're now more confident than ever that Roost.com is the site to trust.”
ABOUT THE STUDY
The study evaluated real estate listings for single family homes in three cities, Dallas, Miami and San Diego, and compared three methods of acquiring property search information: results provided by local Realtors; information from Internet Data Exchange-powered MLS Web sites; and listings from advertising-driven Web sites including Trulia, Google, Yahoo! and others.
Data was normalized across all the subject sites to provide an “apples to apples” comparison. The search criteria for all sites were identical: single family residential homes for sale and homes with exactly three bedrooms and exactly two bathrooms. The search was performed on each site on the same day and in as short amount of time as possible, closely mirroring typical consumer behavior. Price points for home searches were identical across all sites as well: Dallas, $250,000-300,000; Miami: $450,000-500,000; and San Diego, $300,000-350,000. These criteria were selected to narrow the study to a statistically significant and manageable sampling of homes for sale within each market. At the time of the study, there were more than 35,000 homes for sale in the sample cities.
“We were careful to tease apart the data, to be sure we were making an apples-to-apples comparison of the listings in these markets,” said Victor Lund, founding partner of WAV Group. “The data here clearly show, as they did in a national study we conducted earlier this year, that a site based on information from a local MLS will give consumers a more accurate picture of what's available in a local market. In comparison to IDX-powered Web sites like Roost or the MLS listings in Dallas, Miami or San Diego, sites like Google, Yahoo!, Trulia and Zillow are still struggling to collect a comparable, comprehensive data set of accurate listings.”
HOW ROOST WORKS
Roost is a blazing-fast search engine that sits atop a network of IDX, or Internet Data Exchange, sites. IDX is the national data sharing standard among all real estate brokers. Most popular real estate search sites are listing aggregators, and unlike IDX sites powered by the MLS, these sites get their listings for properties for sale from a variety of sources including brokers, magazine publishers, newspapers, other software companies, and sometimes, even each other. The result is often inaccurate and incomplete data, leading to frustration for home buyers. With Roost, users can create custom search profiles with simple filtering controls to sort by price range, square footage, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, neighborhood, school district, new or resale properties and more - even which homes have granite countertops or pools.
Additionally, Roost's platform and traffic-sharing approach with brokers helps agents form new connections with potential clients, serving as an important ally for real estate agents struggling to stay afloat in one of the most difficult housing markets in history.
Roost recently announced the launch of its service in San Francisco, Seattle and New England and earned the Innovator Award for Most Innovative Technology from Inman News, the leading source of independent real estate news and opinion for the industry.
About Roost, Inc.
Roost is an innovative online real estate platform that combines a network of individual real estate broker Web sites with a comprehensive search engine. Roost offers new search technology, an intuitive, visual interface and the most comprehensive property listings to help users find all homes for sale and find them fast. The company works collaboratively with Multiple Listing Service (MLS) boards and real estate brokers in each region to provide up-to-date, accurate data. Roost.com currently lists homes and condos for sale in thousands of other markets across the nation including Chicago, Phoenix, Houston, Miami, Atlanta, Boston, St. Louis, Denver, Philadelphia, Portland, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Texas, Virginia, and more, ensuring the results for each local search are complete. Roost was awarded the 2008 Innovator Award for Most Innovative Technology from Inman News, the leading source of independent real estate news and opinion for the industry. Founded in 2007, Roost.com is based in San Francisco, Calif. To start your home search, visit http://www.roost.com.
EDITORS NOTE: For a copy of the WAV Group study, please contact Elizabeth Govea at (415) 694-6718. A downloadable graphic of listing accuracy by market is available at: http://blog.roost.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/online-accuracy-miami -dallas-san-diego.jpg (Due to its length, this URL may need to be copied/pasted into your Internet browser's address field. Remove the extra space if one exists.)
Release Summary:
A real estate industry study released today shows that most popular consumer real estate search engines, including Trulia, Zillow, Google and Yahoo!, offer home seekers only a small fraction of the homes actually available on the market - and that many of the listings are inaccurate or out of date. Real estate searches on these popular sites in three sample markets -- Miami, Dallas and San Diego -- failed to provide users with as much as 92 percent of available listings in their home searches.
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Smarter Security Systems Releases Next-Generation Mobile Surveillance System
SmarterSentry™ is even more secure and rugged.
Austin, TX (PRWEB) August 26, 2008 -- Smarter Security Systems, provider of intelligent entrance control and outdoor security solutions, today announced the release of its second-generation SmarterSentry mobile surveillance system. The changes made enhance the video coverage and increase ruggedness to improve security at remote or temporary locations. The first of the new units is shipping to a customer this week.
"SmarterSentry uniquely addresses the needs many organizations have for surveillance to protect either mobile or remote outdoor assets," said Mark Ellsworth, Vice President of Sales for Smarter Security Systems. "With the powerful cameras, the on-board SmarterDVR™ delivering real-time video and threat assessment, and a highly reliable, 30-day power supply based on propane, SmarterSentry is a compelling mobile solution to organizations not willing or able to invest fixed security resources at a location."
Many changes were made to SmarterSentry to enhance its surveillance capabilities. The mast height was extended to 33 feet, putting the Pan/Tilt/Zoom (PTZ) cameras about 35 feet off the ground. Instead of one PTZ camera, there are now two mounted atop this mast (to go along with two fixed cameras lower on the mast), and the improved cameras have a 27x optical/12x digital zoom and an active infrared range of 300 feet for night vision. These changes enable the PTZ cameras to see greater detail at much longer distances. For stability of the camera images at this height, four guy wires were added that connect the top of the mast to four outriggers on each corner of the trailer.
The SmarterDVR is now secured by two locks in a steel cabinet and is mounted atop vibration isolators to protect the computer while SmarterSentry is being towed. A lockable cabinet was added to the trailer to enable secure storage of the cameras and other equipment when not in use. The new trailer body is completely made of heavy-guage steel with welded construction for long-term durability. With the option for a re-moveable trailer hitch and a new spare tire, SmarterSentry is more secure when parked and more safe when traveling down the road.
SmarterSentry is ideal for law enforcement and border patrol efforts where areas without power or easy internet connections need to be watched for often short periods of time. This might include large outdoor events, disaster sites, or public investigation work. Industries with expensive equipment at risk outdoors for short-term operations, such as construction and oil and gas, would also benefit from the protection of SmarterSentry. For more information, please visit http://www.smartersecurity.com/outdoor/smartersentry/index.html
About Smarter Security Systems, Ltd.:
Smarter Security Systems provides extremely intelligent entrance control and outdoor security products to help organizations protect their people and assets in a world of increasing threats. Since 1992, Smarter Security has offered Fastlane turnstiles, the most elegant and intelligent optical turnstiles available, which protect thousands of commercial and governmental lobbies on 6 continents. Smarter Security's comprehensive line of outdoor security products consists of remote surveillance and perimeter protection solutions, including SmarterSentry, a complete mobile surveillance system. For more information, please visit www.smartersecurity.com.
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Jancik Arts International Unveils Innovative Art Glass Technique at HD Boutique Show in Miami
Faux Casted Glass Radiates Contemporary Feel, at Affordable Cost ~ Jancik Arts International (JAI), creators of award-winning stained glass ceiling domes for the hospitality industry, will introduce a new technique in glass art at the HD Boutique Expo & Conference in Miami Beach, September 17 and 18, 2008. Faux casted glass offers an ultra contemporary look, requires minimal lighting and costs less than authentic casted glass with a shorter production time.
Atlanta, GA and Ocala, FL (PRWEB) August 25, 2008 -- Jancik Arts International (JAI), creators of award-winning stained glass ceiling domes for the hospitality industry, will introduce a new technique in glass art at the HD Boutique Expo & Conference in Miami Beach, September 17 and 18, 2008. Faux casted glass offers an ultra contemporary look, requires minimal lighting and costs less than authentic casted glass with a shorter production time.
During the show, JAI will give away a 12" x 18" x 1/2" thick starfire crystal glass panel in a prize drawing. Stop by the JAI booth #535 to see samples of this brilliant new application and to register for the prize.
JAI is among the first company to introduce faux casted glass to the market. "I am really excited about offering faux casted glass to our clients," said JAI Chief Designer, Angelique Jackson. "The process is very unique - It has a relief feel to it and the design can be as intricate or as simple as you desire. The design is literally brought to life by using edged lighting, which causes the design to radiate from within."
Faux casted glass is perfect for interior spaces, divider screens and booth dividers in lobbies and restaurants and other low lit areas requiring just the right touch of glass. Designs can be custom crafted to meet the requirements of the interior environment.
In addition to faux casted glass, JAI will showcase their stained glass ceiling domes, for which they are best known. JAI's award-winning domes grace the atriums of 20 luxury cruise ships, the most recent being The Ruby, which sets sail in October. JAI domes are also found in private residences and commercial environments across the globe.
To view some of JAI's world class creations: http://jancikarts.com/promo_cd/promo_slide.html
In the booth, show attendees can view a small scale model of one of JAI's masterful ceiling domes created for the Rafiee residence. This exquisite dome is reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright work. JAI will also have a small scale 18-inch curved panel to demonstrate authentic stained glass in the booth.
About Jancik Arts International (JAI), Inc.
Since 1978, Jancik Arts International, Inc. (JAI) has emerged as a leader in custom design, production, and installation of interior vertical glass and stained glass dome structures for world-renowned travel, leisure and residential environments.
JAI custom designs range from contemporary to classic and include ceiling domes, vertical flat glass and magnificent chandeliers. Each design is one of a kind and registered with the Library of Congress.
To view some of JAI's world class creations: http://jancikarts.com/promo_cd/promo_slide.html
Jancik Arts has designed and produced amazing pieces of stained glass artwork for luxury properties in both commercial and high-end residential environments, particularly for the travel/hospitality and leisure/entertainment industries. Clients include: Epcot Center, Disney World (Orlando, Fla.); Princess Cruises (Italy, France and Japan); Royal Caribbean Cruise Line (Portugal); Mormon Temple, Latter-Day Saints (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and Orlando, Fla.); U.S. Post Office (El Paso, Texas); Floridian Golf Course (Stuart, Fla.), among others.
Jancik Arts earned the International Award for Women in Design and the Design Journal's Platinum Award for Design Excellence. The company has been featured in publications such as Architectural Digest, Southern Living, and Glass Craftsman. JAI is a member of NEWH (Network of Executive Women in the Hospitality Industry) and SGAA (Stained Glass Association of America).
For more information, please visit the website at www.jancikarts.com or call 1-800-254-1593.
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LifeStyle Builders & Developers Hires Karen Britt as a New Sales Consultant at Crimson Crest in Chesterfield County
LifeStyle Builders and Developers, Inc. is proud to announce the hiring of Karen Britt with Market Square Realty, LLC as Sales Consultant in Crimson Crest, a new home community in Chesterfield County, a suburb of Richmond Virginia, from the low $300's.
Richmond, VA (PRWEB) August 25, 2008 -- LifeStyle Builders and Developers, Inc. is proud to announce the hiring of Karen Britt with Market Square Realty, LLC as Sales Consultant in Crimson Crest, a new home community in Chesterfield County from the low $300's.
"We are lucky to have someone of Karen's background and expertise on board," said Ed Melton, sales manager of LifeStyle Builders. "Karen is a perfect fit for the community, and exemplifies the company's high standards of professionalism and dedication to customer service."
Ms. Britt has been a REALTOR® for seven years, with extensive experience in new home sales as well as resale properties. She specializes in working with military families relocating to and out of the Richmond market. Ms. Britt currently lives in the Chester area with her family and two dogs. She is an active member of the Richmond REALTOR® Association and the Homebuilders Association of Richmond.
Crimson Crest is a new home community located in Chesterfield County. Ideally located off Woodpecker Road, Crimson Crest offers the much sought-after ideal of living in the country with the added value of being close to all of the conveniences of the city. The neighborhood has just 46 homesites, each 1-2 acres and heavily wooded, large enough to create a sense of privacy and personal space for your family while still maintaining a sense of community and camaraderie among neighbors. Additionally, over one third of the homesites border the banks of the gently rolling, serene Franks Branch and Swift Creek.
While the Crimson Crest lifestyle may be reminiscent of another era, all of the conveniences needed by a 21st century family are close by. Major roads such as I-95 and Route 288 are easily accessible and put everything you need at your fingertips. There are several excellent golf courses nearby and Lake Chesdin is within a 10 minute drive. Southpark Mall and Old Towne Historic Petersburg are close at hand with an abundance of shopping and dining possibilities. And Fort Lee military base is only 10 miles from Crimson Crest, making it an ideal neighborhood for military families relocating to Richmond. Children attend Chesterfield County public schools, including the new Matoaca High.
LifeStyle Builders is currently offering 14 different floor plans in Crimson Crest, with prices starting at $328,950. These homes range from 2010 to over 3575 square feet, feature 3 to 5 bedrooms, open designs, expandable living spaces with finishable third floors and basements, and some first floor owner's suites. Once a buyer has selected their preferred floor plan and homesite, the next step is a trip to LifeStyle's 2600 square foot Design Studio, where a professional Design Consultant will guide the homebuyer through the personalization process as they choose from hundreds of interior and exterior selections to create the home of their dreams. State-of-the-art displays and vignettes feature the latest design trends in cabinetry, flooring, lighting, faucets and finishes.
Model hours at Crimson Crest are Monday through Saturday 11:00am to 6:00pm, and Sunday 1:00pm to 6:00pm. Directions are: From Route 288, exit onto Route 10 East, turn right on Lewis Road, right on Bradley Bridge Road, left on Woodpecker Road, and Crimson Crest is on the left. From I-95, take exit 54 for Temple Ave/Colonial Heights, turn left on Temple Avenue, right on Boulevard (Rt.301/1), left on Lakeview Road, right on Woodpecker Road, and Crimson Crest is on the right. For more information about Crimson Crest or to set up an appointment, please call Karen Britt at (804) 590-1155 or (804) 283-1192.
A Richmond-based and locally-owned company since 1990, LifeStyle Builders and Developers offers an extensive portfolio of award-winning homes with distinctive elevations and innovative designs. LifeStyle Builders is currently building in 10 neighborhoods throughout the Richmond area. For more information about LifeStyle Builders, please visit www.lifestylebuilders.com or call (804) 639-9440.
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SSCL Seminar Will Give Back to New Orleans with a "Big Hearts in the Big Easy" Day of Giving
Granite Loan Management's 10th annual Strategies for Success in Construction Lending (SSCL) Seminar will offer attendees the chance to give back to New Orleans with a "Big Hearts in the Big Easy" service day.
Denver, CO (PRWEB) August 26, 2008 -- Granite Loan Management's 10th annual Strategies for Success in Construction Lending (SSCL) Seminar will offer attendees the chance to give back to New Orleans with a "Big Hearts in the Big Easy" service day. This will take place on opening day of the SSCL seminar, held December 2-4, 2008 at The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans in New Orleans, Louisiana.
SSCL attendees may join in a guided tour "The Rebuilding of New Orleans (A Special Look at New Orleans: Recovery, Restore & Renew)." This tour of the city below sea level will educate participants about New Orleans' rich history, stately architecture and historic areas that are undergoing significant renovation and conservation.
Attendees may put on a hard hat and lend a hand in a full-day Habitat for Humanity Build. SSCL Volunteers will build houses in partnership with the community, volunteers and homeowner families, whereby families are empowered to transform their own lives. With the help and support of volunteers, Habitat for Humanity is working to eliminate poverty housing in the New Orleans area while serving as a catalyst to make decent shelter a matter of action.
The "Big Hearts in the Big Easy" events will support the ongoing needs of the New Orleans community and be a preview to the work accomplished by Keynote Speaker, Lt. General Russel L. Honore, Ret., Commander of Joint Task Force Katrina.
The SSCL Seminar is taking part in The Ritz-Carlton's "Meaningful Meetings" program with 10% of all room proceeds to be donated to Habitat for Humanity and other local charities.
For more information, visit www.ssclseminar.com. To receive event updates and Granite Loan Management's Construction Lending News quarterly periodical, contact us at SSCL @ graniteloan.com or call 866.710.4087.
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Sponsorships Available for the 10th Annual Strategies for Success in Construction Lending Seminar at www.SSCLseminar.com
Registrations for sponsorships and exhibitor space is being accepted for the 10th anniversary event of the Strategies for Success in Construction Lending (SSCL) Seminar.
Denver, CO (PRWEB) August 25, 2008 -- Registrations for sponsorships and exhibitor space is being accepted for the 10th anniversary event of the Strategies for Success in Construction Lending (SSCL) Seminar. Hosted by the Granite Companies, the SSCL seminar will be held December 2-4, 2008 at The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The SSCL is the only event of its kind and is the most prominent event in the construction lending industry. A highly visible opportunity, sponsorship at SSCL is a cost-effective way to place your company's name in from of more than 100 key decision-makers in construction lending from across the country. Attendees typically include residential construction lenders, commercial construction lenders, commercial bankers, special servicers, loan workout specialists, title providers, attorneys (mechanics' lien laws) and construction inspections providers.
Four sponsorship levels are offered, including bronze, silver, gold and platinum. Benefits include event registrations, tables in the exhibit gallery, pre-seminar attendee lists, podium acknowledgement and company mentions on signs, websites and printed materials. Platinum sponsors currently include The National Association of Residential Construction Lenders (NARCL) and National Mortgage News.
For more information visit www.ssclseminar.com. To receive event updates and our Construction Lending News quarterly periodical, contact us at SSCL @ graniteloan.com or call 866.710.4087.
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Online Registration Available for the 10th Annual Strategies for Success in Construction Lending Seminar at SSCLseminar.com
The 10th anniversary event of the Strategies for Success in Construction Lending (SSCL) Seminar is now accepting attendee registrations.
Denver, Colorado (PRWEB) August 24, 2008 -- The 10th anniversary event of the Strategies for Success in Construction Lending (SSCL) Seminar is now accepting attendee registrations. The SSCL conference will be held December 2-4, 2008 at The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Presented by the Granite Companies, this year's event will run in two simultaneous tracks for both residential and commercial industries. Offering a true showcase of the ever-changing world of construction lending, attendees may take advantage of all sessions by sending representatives to participate in each of the lectures and open forum segments.
This educational conference covers core issues facing the construction lending industry, including such topics as regulatory changes, industry best practices, SBA regulations, secondary market outlook, managing distressed assets, economic updates, and legal issues.
For a limited time, attendees will receive early bird pricing of $795 for lenders and $1,995 for vendors. Online registration is available at www.SSCLseminar.com along with hotel and transportation information. The Early Bird Special and exclusive hotel rates expire November 5, 2008. Registration fee includes full program, breakfast and lunch each day, and networking receptions. Spouse and guest tickets are only $150 and provide entry into both receptions and pre-conference voluntour events.
Sponsorships are also available. Platinum sponsors currently include The National Association of Residential Construction Lenders (NARCL) and National Mortgage News.
For more information and to register online, visit www.SSCLseminar.com. To receive event updates and our Construction Lending News quarterly periodical, contact us at SSCL@graniteloan.com or call 866.710.4087.
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California Pool Builder Transforms Remodel Design Team to Supply New Demand
As more homeowners decide to stay in their homes and renovate rather than upgrade and relocate, Swan Pools is putting together a stronger remodel design team to meet the demand.
Lake Forest, CA (PRWEB) August 24, 2008 -- Swan Pools, a leading swimming pool builder and backyard designer in California, is changing the structure of their remodel design team. With this changing trend in home ownership, California swimming pool builders are modifying their resources to evolve with the times.
It is common knowledge that business cycles exist and there are shifts in the marketplace. The current shift in California, however, has happened fast. California's building market has changed and new construction has seen a drastic decline in the year to date. Today's marketplace is flooded with existing backyards and outdated California swimming pools. And with today's market conditions, people are not moving or relocating. Instead, they are staying where they are and renovating with the help of a swimming pool builder.
Looking to supply this new demand, the Swan Pools team of swimming pools builders has reallocated their resources and prepared a robust, remodel design team capable of modernizing, updating, and changing the entire backyard experience. From material upgrades to major structural rebuilds, Swan Pools can add spas to existing pools, artificial rock grottos and waterslides, fire rings, barbeques, fireplaces and complete landscapes. With today's advancements in sanitation systems, remote controls, and energy efficient equipment sets, it is a very exciting time for existing pool owners looking to renovate and enjoy the current business cycle with an updated backyard; ready for the upswing in housing prices.
For more information or to hire a California swimming pool remodel specialist, visit www.swanpools.com.
About Swan Pools:
For more than 50 years, Swan Pools has been creating outdoor family environments that are built to last a lifetime.
Swan Pools was incorporated in 1954 and as a California swimming pool builder has built one of the longest and most dependable track records in the pool and spa industry. Not many swimming pool companies claim to have built 50,000 pools in California. The value to the consumer is the immeasurable confidence that their customers have in not only the construction process but also the ongoing future relationship that exists as long as they own their pool.
Through the generations, lifestyles have changed and so has today's swimming pool. To stay on the cutting edge of this changing technology, Swan Pools is constantly developing new design techniques and installation procedures that must pass specific quality control standards. This ensures that each new product or material that a consumer may want will stand the test of time. They build pools, not just for today, but for tomorrow.
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Graphics Consulting Firm Launched to Increase Profitability for A/E/C Companies
Newly launched, Guiding Graphics is the first and only graphics consulting firm to cater specifically to architects, engineers, construction industries and their allied professions.
New York, NY (PRWEB) August 23, 2008 -- Newly launched, Guiding Graphics (www.guidinggraphics.com) is the first and only graphics consulting firm to cater specifically to architects, engineers, construction industries and their allied professions.
"A firm's image should be represented at the highest quality possible," said Shallon Gammon, President and CEO of Guiding Graphics. "Good graphic design is absolutely essential to powerful client presentations and deliverables." A/E/C companies may not be aware of the full potential a graphic design professional can offer. Visual presentations, said Gammon, need to fully communicate the company's capabilities to clients.
Guiding Graphics offers services to help architects, engineers, contractors, planners, landscape architects and interior designers assess their graphic design needs and develop an internal graphics team. Guiding Graphics hires and trains graphic designers using the industry terminology so that they can adapt and apply their design skills effectively, said Gammon.
"An exceptional graphic presentation is essential in portraying the quality of our firm, the client, the project, and the opportunity," said Howard Kozloff, Director of Operations at Hart Howerton, an international planning and design firm, for whom Gammon established an internal graphic design department eight years ago. "A large part of our business involves visual representation to convey ideas to our clients. In some cases, clients are not accustomed to thinking visually," said Kozloff. "We need to overcome this so that our ideas are not lost in translation."
Having its own team of graphic designers has increased Hart Howerton's business, client relations and profits. The firm regularly receives and fulfills additional client requests for graphic design items such as logos and marketing books. An internal graphic designer produces quality, powerful and consistent presentations which continue to please clients and advance Hart Howerton's respected image in the market place.
"The potential impact of hiring a graphic designer would be a more streamlined production of deliverables, increased profits and, most importantly, satisfied clients," said Gammon.
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SSC Founder Commemorated in Popular New Book GUTS-IMAGINATION-VISION: Conversations with INNOVATORS-CHANGEMAKERS
Marcia Veidmark, President/Founder of Specialized Services Co.(SSC), a family owned and operated successful trenchless boring & drilling company in Arizona, was commemorated in a newly released book by Shirley G. Schmitz, called GUTS-IMAGINATION-VISION: Conversations with INNOVATORS-CHANGEMAKERS. Schmitz, who's own illustrious career began in an era when women were an anomaly in business, is the founder Shirley G. Schmitz Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit corporation that provides educational scholarships and training to college students.
Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) August 23, 2008 -- Marcia Veidmark, President/Founder of Specialized Services Co.(SSC), a family owned and operated successful trenchless boring & drilling company in Arizona, was commemorated in a newly released book by Shirley G. Schmitz, called GUTS-IMAGINATION-VISION: Conversations with INNOVATORS-CHANGEMAKERS. Schmitz, who's own illustrious career began in an era when women were an anomaly in business, is the founder Shirley G. Schmitz Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit corporation that provides educational scholarships and training to college students.
"GUTS-IMAGINATION-VISION" invites readers to peer into the hearts and souls of 11 extremely different but equally intriguing entrepreneurs, including Marcia Veidmark and her three sons. It provides proof that pioneers, adventurers, and creators of commerce and economic value are alive, well, and opening up new territories every day. And throughout every beautifully designed full color page the featured entrepreneurs bravely and willingly expose both their highly cherished successes AND failures with the goal of helping others.
Just like Marcia Veidmark, none of the Changemakers included in the book just 'happened' into their success. No luck here! They all made it happen through strong enduring vision. The world they influence is, and continues to be, a better place because their visions are put into actions. Their guts and imagination propelled by great infusions of faith, persistence and generosity in sharing their talents makes it hard to think about a world without them... and thousands like them. Their impact is huge locally, nationally and internationally. They represent the monumental potential of entrepreneurs who start, build and grow -- the millions more in the world and the future tidal wave of change that only Innovators and Changemakers can bring.
Individuals of all genders, ages, and interests should own, read, enjoy and benefit from this book. GUTS-IMAGINATION-VISION: Conversations With Innovators-Changemakers by Shirley G. Schmitz
is a beautiful, full color, 243 page hard-cover book and is available as of August 21, 2008 on amazon.com. ISBN-10: 0976354039/ISBN-13: 978-0976354031.
For more information about Marcia Veidmark and her successful small business and fascinating life experiences visit www.sscboring.com. For more information about the book and its author visit www.gutsimaginationvision.com.
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Balli Steel Reports 100 per cent PA Rise in Global Steel Prices
Balli Steel has announced that the construction boom is driving steel prices in emerging markets, according to the latest Quarterly Market Report 2008 on global steel prices and trends.
(PRWEB) August 23, 2008 -- Balli Steel has reported that in the last 12 months, global steel prices have increased by 100% and now range from around $1,000 to $1,500 per tonne. The company highlights that global annualised steel production has reached a record 1.4 billion tonnes, up from 800 million tonnes in 2000.
Balli Steel (http://www.balli.co.uk/Activities/Balli_Steel.asp ) indicated that global steel trading (http://www.balli.co.uk/Activities/Balli_Steel/Products.asp ) demand is for two types of steel products: construction steel - beams, bars and mesh, used for infrastructure projects, offices, housing and leisure facilities - and industrial steel - used for manufacturing items such as automobiles, ships and pipes. The company revealed that the construction activity in emerging markets including China, the Middle East and Brazil, has been driving the price of steel over the past few years.
Balli Steel calculates that there will be continued buoyancy and capacity constraints for steel in the oil, shipbuilding and gas industries. They also highlighted the tremendous growth opportunities in emerging markets which now account for over 75% of global steel consumption.
China now dominates the world's steel market, accounting for 45% of global steel consumption, up from just 30% 10 years ago. China has also emerged as a leading steel producer, with steel production expected to reach 550 million tonnes in 2008, up from approximately 200 million in 2000.
Balli Steel stressed that the Middle East is a strong market for the steel industry, with the market growing at a rate of 3.2% per annum, one of the fastest in the world.
In 2001 construction steel in the Middle East was priced at just $200 per tonne, but in 2008 it has peaked at $1,550 per tonne. The majority of the demand is for construction steel, required to help build the property mega projects such as The Palm Jumeriah, the Burj Dubai and Dubai Marina.
In the first half of 2008, Balli Steel supplied almost 1 million tonnes of steel to the Middle East. Since developers have now priced steel and other construction commodity prices into their forward development plans, the company does not anticipate further cost pressures, enabling Balli to anticipate a continuing healthy demand for steel until 2012 due the construction boom in the region.
Balli Steel believes that whilst the Dubai property market has grown significantly and emerged well ahead of other property markets in the region, the next 5 years will see the rapid growth of new property markets in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi.
The company highlighted that Saudi Arabia has not commenced construction on any of its major masterplan projects, which will add some 5 million tonnes per annum to the country's steel requirement.
India is predicted to be one of the world's fastest growing economies and producers of steel over the next 7 years, currently accounting for 50 million tonnes of steel, and Balli Steel calculates that this will double by 2015, driven by a huge demand for industrial steel.
Europe, which accounts for some 17% of global steel consumption, has been growing at a steady rate of 2% per annum. The steel markets in the southern European states are driven by a demand for construction steel, whilst the northern European countries are dominated by a demand for industrial steel products.
Notes for Editors:
Balli Group (http://www.balli.co.uk/Services.asp ), is a large private, multi-national corporation, headquartered in London, but with offices in Dubai and other key business hubs around the world.
Balli (http://www.balli.co.uk/ ) was established in 1982 and operates a number of affiliated companies specialising in commodity trading, industrial, real estate and private equity with operations in over 20 countries. Together with its affiliated companies, Balli employs over 2,000 people worldwide.
Balli Steel is the company's principal operating subsidiary, and is one of the largest independent steel traders (http://www.balli.co.uk/Activities/Balli_Steel/Markets_segments.asp ) in the world. Balli Steel provides raw materials and steel to a number of market segments.
For further information on Balli Steel contact:
Alex Lawrie
PR Contact
Balli c/o
7 Hertford Street
Mayfair
London
W1J 7RH
020 7886 0304
www.balli.co.uk
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The Pineapple Corporation Introduces Bellissimo, Toughtful New Floor Plans at Palermo
The Pineapple Corporation has released three new floor plans to complement their Bellissimo Collection.
Jacksonville, FL (PRWEB) August 23, 2008 -- The Pineapple Corporation announces a new collection of floor plans representing The Bellissimo Collection, the company's latest offering of semi-custom homes in Florida designs priced from the mid-$400,000s at Palermo.
"The Bellissimo Collection homes are similar to and compatible with our Primo and Magnifico architecture that defines Palermo," said The Pineapple Corporation's Spencer T. Calvert. "This is a wonderful opportunity for homebuyers to enjoy a beautiful semi-custom home by The Pineapple Corporation that is attractively priced."
The Pineapple Corporation is offering three new thoughtful http://www.thepineapplecorp.com/availCustom.htm floor plans that reflect distinctive architectural design and European influences. The semi-custom home plans range in size from 2,200 square feet to 2,700 square feet. Bellissimo homes offer tile roofs and multiple European-style elevation choices, including Coastal Mediterranean, Country French and Tuscan styles.
The Bellissimo Collection homes will offer courtyard concept designs, European architectural details and many of the outstanding quality features that have made the company's other homes at Palermo so appealing. Bellissimo homes will reflect superior architectural flow and function and include handsome tile flooring, generous trim packages with base and crown moulding, GE appliances and designer cabinetry. The Pineapple Corporation also offers buyers several architectural options to modify their home's floor plan to best suit their lifestyle.
The company's European village-style community is located on Hodges Boulevard between J. Turner Butler and Beach boulevards. When complete, Palermo will feature 133 masterfully crafted semi-custom courtyard homes from The Pineapple Corporation's three distinct product lines - The Magnifico Collection, The Primo Collection and The Bellissimo Collection.
Palermo offers residents an intimate setting and distinctive community amenities, including a recreational facility with multi-purpose rooms, fitness facility, swimming pool and pavilion for grilling. To enhance the community's wonderful setting and lifestyle, The Pineapple Corporation also offers homebuyers the opportunity to purchase a social membership at the prestigious Glen Kernan Golf & Country Club, which boasts a traditional 18-hole championship golf course and an elegant clubhouse as well as a community sports complex with a Junior Olympic swimming pool, eight lighted Har-Tru clay tennis courts and a fully staffed state-of-the-art fitness center. Homebuyers may upgrade to a full golf membership at Glen Kernan Golf & Country Club if desired.
To learn more, visit The Pineapple Corporation's models at Palermo, which is located on Hodges Boulevard south of Beach Boulevard in Jacksonville. The models are open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call (904) 223-8793 or visit www.thepineapplecorp.com.
The Pineapple Corporation is one of the premier builders of luxury custom homes and semi-custom homes in Northeast Florida. Elegance, superior quality and building excellence create the foundation for the company's award-winning designs. The Pineapple Corporation's new homes are showcased in the area's most exclusive neighborhoods including Palermo, Villini at Glen Kernan and Glen Kernan Golf and Country Club. The company's custom home division builds magnificent residences throughout the area, including oceanfront and riverfront homes.
For more information, visit http://www.thepineapplecorp.com/.
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Moore Design Group Recognized with two Legacy of Design Awards
Moore Design Group is proud to be recognized as a dual award winner in the 2008 Legacy of Design Awards, which was announced at a celebratory event in Dallas, Texas on the evening of Friday, August 15th.
Dallas/Fort Worth, TX (PRWEB) August 23, 2008 -- Moore Design Group is proud to be recognized as a dual award winner in the 2008 Legacy of Design Awards, which was announced at a celebratory event in Dallas, Texas on the evening of Friday, August 15th. Legacy of Design is the annual competition recognizing the finest interior design achievements within the Texas Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID.org). This year's competition consisted of 38 categories and attracted a record number of entries from the Chapter's 1,100+ members. Moore Design Group is pleased to have received the following two honors:
Multifamily - First Place
Icon in the Gulch*
Nashville, Tennessee
Developer: Bristol Development Group, Marketstreet Equities Co.
*This project has also been recognized by:
NAHB Pillars of the Industry Awards
2008 Best Leasing or Sales Center - Finalist
(one of four finalist entries)
ASID Dallas Design Community DesignOvation
2008 Kitchen under $50,000 - Honorable Mention
Singular Space (Commercial) - First Place
Velocity in the Gulch**
Nashville, Tennessee
Developer: Bristol Development Group, Marketstreet Equities Co.
**This project has also been recognized by:
NAHB Pillars of the Industry Awards
2008 Best Leasing or Sales Center - Finalist
(one of four finalist entries)
ASID Dallas Design Community DesignOvation
2008 Corporate Multifamily - Honorable Mention
About Moore Design Group
Established in 1991, Dallas-based Moore Design Group has proven itself to be one of the leading designers of multifamily living communities in North America. With close to 17 years' worth of experience focusing on multifamily installations and commercial design, owner Stephanie Moore Hager, Allied Member ASID, and her award-winning team offer a level of excellence that exceeds the most rigorous standards within the industry. Other current projects underway include: State Thomas Apartment Homes - Dallas, TX (CWS Capital Partners); Villages of Overlook - Ft. Worth, TX (Hillwood Development); The Solara - Orlando, FL (Bristol Development); Museum Place - Fort Worth, TX (JaGee Holdings / TLC Urban). Additional information about the firm - including a list of projects, awards, media coverage, and team bios - is available at www.mooredesigngroup.net.
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VanNoppen Marketing Now Offers Affordable Aerial Photography Services and Design
Morganton, NC-based marketing and advertising agency, VanNoppen Marketing, offers aerial photography services to realtors, property developers, municipalities, industrial developers and those interested in sight seeing or obtaining unique photographs of homes and places. Using firm's graphic arts talent, clients can customize photographs to suit a variety of needs. This new service combines the firm's graphic design and photography talents to create exciting and compelling marketing messages.
Morganton, NC (PRWEB) August 23, 2008 -- Nothing sells real estate like a view, a bird's eye view particularly.
Aerial photography is unparalleled in its ability convey the strategic design of a golf course, the expanse of a ball field complex, the accessibility to an industrial park and the unique topographic features of a large piece of real estate.
At the growing request of clients, the Morganton-based creative agency, VanNoppen Marketing (www.vannoppenmarketing.com), recently began offering turnkey, affordable and timely aerial photography of residential developments, landmark buildings, events, homes and scenic vistas throughout western and central North Carolina, northern South Carolina and southern Virginia.
Already adept at creating powerful marketing collateral and Internet sites, the addition of aerial photography is a natural extension of the visual tools that the firm already employs and that are required to successfully tell a story, said company president Allen VanNoppen.
"No one in our region has the skill set or equipment to create powerful, compelling aerial imagery in short order and at a price point that is affordable enough for smaller business and communities," he said. "We frequently were asked by clients if we knew someone who could take an aerial picture. And while making arrangements we learned that more often than not the resulting contracts were prohibitively expensive and scheduling problems - weather delays or personnel conflicts - were commonplace.
"The process just wasn't as reliable as we like. So we dusted off our wings and started doing it ourselves," he said
VanNoppen has held his FAA pilot's license since 1976. Pam Walker, the company's managing director, is an accomplished photographer with years of published work. The firm's team of graphic designers and Internet architects can quickly convert photographs into interactive, multi-layered images that are easily integrated into marketing and advertising tools and strategies.
The aerial photograph business can be very precise and some clients have required pictures planned down to the exact coordinates at a certain time of day and in certain weather conditions, VanNoppen said.
"Creating maps requires a level of precision similar to landing the airplane," VanNoppen said.
Using a high-wing Cessna with a specialized window designed to accommodate high resolution, stabilized cameras needed for functional aerial photography, VanNoppen began recording images for clients in March. Current aerial photography clients include land developers, real estate brokers, commercial firms and recreational businesses.
"Our plane is based locally," VanNoppen said. "And since I'm the pilot and Pam is the photographer we can respond very quickly. Then we bring the images back to our offices and create powerful visual marketing tools.
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Leading Concrete Stain Manufacturer, Concrete Camouflage® Listed For Sale
With the explosive growth of concrete stain, it's hard to imagine why anyone would place Concrete Camouflage®, for sale on the open market. Especially providing they seem to hold one of the top spots in an industry that is today one of the best flooring solutions available. You have to ask yourself, Could this be Your Lucky day? Or just another article? Let's see.
Dallas, TX (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Concrete Camouflage®, in a surprising move, has been recently placed for sale on the open market, being listed with Scot Jones of The Jones Group. A prominent specialists in Business Mergers and Acquisitions, located in the Dallas, Texas area. Even more surprising is the listing price which seems to be a giveaway by today's standards at only $1.2 million. That's U.S. dollars, not even Euros.
After becoming a staple, leader, and authority within the concrete stain industry, it certainly has some scratching their heads and wondering why sell at a time when Concrete Camouflage® is seemingly ready to burst with growth? When you visit Mr. Jones website listing of the offering and company details, found at www.JonesCorporate.com, it says only that the Concrete Camouflage® offering for sale, is because it is not the owners core business.
Ok, that's fair enough, but it also says in not so many words, that this particular business is essentially at a point in it's growth, and it further indicates that Concrete Camouflage® has such a following, that it may very well be sitting within it's industry in a place few ever see, the beginning of greatness. If so, that would be like have being able to have gotten in, at the very take off, of companies like Coca Cola®, Kleenex®, or Sherwin Williams®.
As it turns out that is the very reason for the offering. Concrete Camouflage® has evidently grown to a point of, and reached a place in it's evolution, that with the owners other businesses and current projects of interest, they are ready to pass Concrete Camouflage® on to it's new owners, so that they can take it to it's much earned, deserved, and what looks to be an easily achievable pinnacle. Which is the reason given for Concrete Camouflage®, having been listed with Mr. Jones.
So what is Concrete Stain anyway and why would it make Concrete Camouflage® such a great investment? Concrete stain which was found primarily in commercial applications at first, soon went residential as well. Now found in many homes and businesses and gaining in popularity, concrete stain has become today's alternative to traditional flooring.
Being used both indoors and outdoors it was once available only to contractor's, yet the increased demand for concrete stain from the do it yourself population quickly brought the product into the mainstream, and Concrete Camouflage® looks to be positioned to ride the leading edge of this tremendous wave.
What fuels this demand for concrete stain? Simply said, the beauty of it, the ease of use, and likely most of all the rather significant cost savings over other types of flooring, along with the allergy friendliness, low maintenance, and much more.
Chances are you or someone you know has or will have stained concrete somewhere around your home and/or business. Chances are Concrete Camouflage is or will be the products it's stained with. Or as they would prefer to say, You've "Camouflaged Your Concrete!" TM.
So there you have it. The only question now is, who will be the next owners. Though it seems likely to be gobbled up by some big fish competitor, who knows, if you have an extra million or so it could be you. Though you may want to hurry as this rare investment opportunity doesn't seem very likely to last long.
For more information on Concrete Camouflage®, you can visit their website at ConcreteCamouflage Concrete Stain and Supplies Though to make inquiries in regards to the sale of Concrete Camouflage®, or to request further information in regards to such, Please contact Mr. Scot Jones via The Jones Group or at 1 888 808 5071.
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£1400 Windfall for Safestyle UK Energy Saving Customer
Safestyle announced the winner of the August draw of its Diamond Club.
(PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Gloria Brennan of Peacehaven in East Sussex has become the latest winner of Safestyle UK's Diamond Account Club quarterly prize draw, having her entire £1408 account balance for installation of Safestyle's energy-saving double glazing paid off in full.
Gloria became only the third ever winner of The Safestyle Diamond Account Club which was started in November 2007 to provide added benefits to people who purchase their windows and doors on Safestyle UK's flexible finance package. This includes a quarterly prize draw with the winners qualifying to have their entire outstanding payment balance paid off in full.
The draw took place earlier this week with Mrs Brennan emerging as the lucky winner -- having a balance of £1408 being written off by the nation's leading energy saving windows and doors retailer, Safestyle UK themselves.
A delighted Gloria commented "This was a wonderful treat and I am sincerely grateful. I have been extremely pleased with both new porch and lobby doors and window. Safestyle have been a pleasure to deal with ... This win is the icing on top of the cake".
The Diamond Account Club qualifies members to automatic entry into the prize draw which also incorporates partner companies providing customers with the opportunity to gain fantastic discounts on various goods from holidays to new window blinds.
Mani Bhatoa, Head of Safestyle UK marketing, commented: "The Diamond Account scheme is designed to enable us to offer our customers a little bit more than the norm. It also helps us ensure that double glazing remains highly affordable, giving everyone the chance to combat ever increasing energy bills." "The prize draw aspect is a fantastic additional bonus and we're all very proud of how the scheme is making a positive difference for our customers", he added.
The next Diamond Account Club prize draw will be taking place in November 2008.
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New Website, Concrete-Floors.org, Educates about Concrete Flooring Options
Concrete-Floors.org gives consumers comprehensive information about designing and incorporating concrete flooring in their homes or businesses. The site includes design tips, numerous photos, cost and maintenance information, and common questions about concrete floors.
Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Designed to provide specific and detailed information, Concrete-Floors.org is a new website aimed at educating consumers all about concrete flooring options. The site addresses every imaginable question about concrete floors, such as 'Are concrete floors cold?' 'Are concrete floors loud?' and 'How much do concrete floors cost?'
Concrete-Floors.org also guides consumers through the design process and describes various finishing options for concrete floors, coloring ideas, and more. It includes a comprehensive photo gallery offering design ideas for concrete floors used in kitchens, family rooms, commercial and retail locations, and restaurants.
In addition, the site explains the eco-benefits of concrete floors. Recognized by design and building communities for its health and environmental benefits, concrete floors are a unique flooring material that help reduce allergens, incorporate recycled products, work great with passive solar designs, and are one of the most durable flooring options.
Concrete-Floors.org also brings together consumers and local concrete contractors by pointing to a nationwide contractor directory. Consumers can use the site to learn about concrete floors, choose photos of designs they like, and then access the directory for contact information for concrete flooring contractors in their local area.
Photos courtesy of Image-N-Concrete Designs.
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Creative Environments Design & Landscape Expands Pool Design and Remodeling Services in Arizona
Phoenix based Creative Environments Design & Landscape announced today that it has significantly expanded its swimming pool and spa design and construction department. Creative Environments has been designing and installing award winning swimming pools and spas for decades. This move allows Creative Environments to offer a more expansive and comprehensive swimming pool design and remodeling service offering.
Chandler, AZ (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Phoenix, AZ based Creative Environments Design & Landscape announced today that it has significantly expanded its swimming pool and spa design and construction department. Creative Environments has been designing and installing award winning swimming pools and spas for decades. This move allows Creative Environments to offer a more expansive and comprehensive swimming pool design and remodeling service offering.
"We've been building the outdoor environments of our clients' dreams for more than 50 years," said John Waters, Co-Owner of Creative Environments. "Captivating water features, streams, lakes and pools have always been a part of that. This move simply allows us to continue to build the most integrated outdoor living spaces."
In Phoenix, swimming pools, hot tubs and spas are an integral part of most custom landscape designs. Creative Environments designers apply the same award winning vision they have for the landscape to the pool design or re-design to create the most relaxing, enjoyable outdoor living spaces possible.
To learn more about Creative Environments custom pool design and installation services call 480-458-4100 or visit CreativeEnvironments.com for a custom quote.
About Creative Environments:
Creative Environments Design & Landscape, an industry leader since 1950, is the largest and most respected Arizona landscape construction and design company. We continue to win local and national landscaping and pool design and remodel awards from industry peers, as well as receive the honor of #1 Landscape Design / Build Company, as voted by the residents of the Phoenix-metro area.
Although unique and functional design is our passion, outstanding customer service is our number one priority. Our talented Pool Design and Construction Consultants will listen to you and then they will use their expertise to develop an integrated and architectural-quality pool design plan that will create the outdoor living space of your dreams.
With our specialized construction crews and a fully-staffed customer care department, you can rest assured that your pool and your entire outdoor living environment will be installed correctly and on time.
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Plyboo® passes California's Section 01350 emissions tests
Smith & Fong's flagship product range meets criteria for toughest VOC standards
San Francisco, Calif. - Smith & Fong Co., manufacturer of Plyboo® bamboo architectural plywood and flooring, today announced that the company's Plyboo bamboo plywood products have passed emissions testing under the criteria of California Section 01350, the most stringent volatile organic compound (VOC)-emissions standards in North America.
Smith & Fong's entire product line already meets the California Air Resource Board (CARB)'s Phase I and Phase II regulations for formaldehyde emissions that were passed in 2007. And many of the company's products are 100-percent urea formaldehyde-free, contributing Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) points under EQ 4.4.: No Added Urea Formaldehyde.
Smith & Fong decided to test its products under Section 01350 as it strives to set a new benchmark for clean building products. Section 01350 tests for formaldehyde and more than 60 other VOCs known to be present in the manufacture of composite wood products.
"We're very excited to have passed Section 01350," Smith & Fong founder and president Dan Smith said. "The requirements for Section 01350 are written into California's Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS) indoor air quality program as well as LEED NC (new construction) and LEED CI (commercial interiors). But environmental health, whether indoor or outdoor, has always been a key component of our business strategy; so the validation is our reward."
In late-2007 Smith & Fong announced plans to convert its manufacturing facilities to urea formaldehyde-free processes, and in early 2008 the company secured FSC certification for its bamboo resource--the very first FSC certification to be issued for a non-wood product.
Founded in 1989 and headquartered in San Francisco, Smith & Fong Co. was the first U.S. company to manufacture bamboo flooring in China for sale in North America, offering its initial product under the brand name Plyboo® in 1993. In 1996 the firm began producing bamboo plywood, followed by coconut palm flooring and plywood products in 2000. Smith & Fong is committed to sustainability through innovation. For information call 866-835-9859 or visit http://plyboo.com.
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Davis Timber Frame Company Brings BioBased® Insulation to New England Region
Soy-Based spray foam insulation helps homeowners save money on heating and cooling costs while leaving a green footprint! BioBased® Insulation can help save building and homeowners up to 50% on heating and cooling costs when used with other responsible building products.
Claremont, NH (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Davis Timber Frame Company, a national timber frame and post and beam company with over 21 years of home design, building, and commercial experience has become a BioBased® Insulation Certified Dealer servicing the greater New England region.
In 2003 BioBased® Insulation introduced the first bio-based and water-blown spray foam insulation to be ICC-rated (ESR 1383). The company has continued to develop new and more sustainable insulation products that incorporate natural, renewable ingredients, such as Agrol® - a 96% pure bio-polyol - to replace a portion of the petroleum that's found in traditional spray foam insulations. BioBased® Insulation products are only available from a network of installers who have been trained in not only spray foam application but also building science.
"As a respected timber frame company, we've always taken pride in the quality and energy efficiency of our products," states Reid Greenberg, Director of Marketing at Davis Timber Frame Company. "By becoming a BioBased® Insulation Certified Dealer, we can now offer an energy-efficient and environmentally responsible insulation alternative for our customers and network of builders."
BioBased® Insulation's family of products are installed as a liquid that quickly expands, filling every crack and void and creating a sealed thermal envelope that drastically reduces air infiltration. When used with other responsible building products, homeowners can realize a savings of 40 to 50 percent on their heating and cooling bills. Because it utilizes an annually renewable resource, the polyurethane insulation also supports farmers and reduces our dependence on foreign oil.
BioBased® Insulation's current products include BioBased® 501, a .5 lb, open-cell spray foam; and BioBased® 1701, a closed-cell, 1.7 lb spray foam. Both products use water instead of ozone-depleting chemicals as the blowing agent during application. BioBased® 1701 is the first spray foam insulation to earn the stringent GREENGUARD and GREENGUARD for Children and SchoolsTM certifications for indoor air quality.
BioBased® Insulation has been recognized with national awards for its innovation and environmentally conscious approach. BioBased® 501 Insulation was named the 2003 Outstanding Green Product of the Year at the National Green Building Conference in Baltimore and was named one of 2003's Top 10 Green Products by the U.S. Green Building Council. Both products have been named one of the Top 100 Products by Building Products magazines.
The products also have generated buzz with national media outlets. HGTV's "Living with Ed" and DIY Network's "Cool Tool", CBS' "The Early Show," "Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford," "Bob Villa," Chicago Tribune, San Francisco Chronicle, Dallas Morning News, and other national news media have spotlighted BioBased® Insulation for its unique health, comfort and energy-efficient qualities.
For more information about BioBased® Insulation, to get an estimate for your next job, or obtain detailed floor plans on timber frames and post and beam barn homes, contact Davis Timber Frame Company or visit their Web site, www.davisframe.com.
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GeoStructures Ranked Among Fastest-Growing Private Companies
GeoStructures named by Inc. as fast-growth company in engineering and construction
Purcellville, VA (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Inc. magazine today listed GeoStructures at No. 2,581 in its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in the country. The recognition is due to company's three-year revenue increase of 141 percent, which was attributed to both an acquisition and organic growth.
Leading the growth was the company's signature Geopier® product, followed by Impact Piers® and Rapid Impact Compaction (RIC), all of which reinforce or stiffen the soil to increase bearing capacity and control settlement for low- to mid-rise structures. Growth has also been fueled by its design-build activities in the transportation sector, ranging from design/supply and construction of mechanically stabilized earth retaining walls, sound walls on permanent tied-back walls, and temporary shoring for excavation support.
"While it is gratifying to be acknowledged as a growing company, our focus has been on smart growth the last few years, so we have added people and products that are creating long-term value," says Michael Cowell, P.E., president of GeoStructures. "Growth for us will continue to be a by-product of offering our customers the products and services they need for their construction and transportation projects."
Comments Inc. 5000 Project Manager Jim Mellon, "Our second annual Inc. 5000 continues the most ambitious project in business journalism. The Inc. 5000 gives an unrivalled portrait of young, underreported companies across all industries doing fascinating things with cutting-edge business models, as well as older companies still showing impressive growth."
The 5000 companies that made the list reported aggregate revenue of $185 billion and median three-year growth of 147 percent. The 2008 Inc. 5000 companies were engines of job growth, having created more than 826,033 jobs since those companies were founded. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and a list of the fastest-growing companies that can be sorted by industry and region can be found at Inc. 5000.
Hottest Regions for Fastest-Growing Companies
The New York metro area tops the Inc. 5000 list with the most companies of any city with 355. Washington, D.C. comes in a close second with 300 companies on the list; Los Angeles comes in third with 244 companies, and Atlanta (194 companies) and Chicago (189 companies) round out the top five. Interestingly, only 62 companies on the Inc. 5000 are not based in metropolitan areas.
Grand Rapids, Mich. leads the list with the highest median revenue of any metro area ($26.2 million, 16 companies), followed by San Antonio, Texas ($21.3 million, 25 companies), Baton Rouge, La. ($18.8 million, 14 companies), Houston ($17.1 million, 97 companies), and Kansas City, Mo.-Kan. ($16.5 million, 39 companies).
Methodology
The 2008 Inc. 5000 list measures revenue growth from 2004 through 2007. To qualify, companies must be U.S.-based and privately held, for profit, independent - not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies - as of December 31, 2007, and have had at least $200,000 in revenue in 2004, and $2 million in 2007. Companies can apply for next year's Inc. 5000 by registering with "IncBizNet, Business Network for Private Companies," at IncBiz.
About GeoStructures
GeoStructures (http://www.geostructures.com) is the Mid-Atlantic's largest design-build contractor for the combination of foundation support, engineered earth structures and sound walls for transportation and commercial construction projects. By delivering the most appropriate engineered solution, the company enables rapid scheduling for year-round construction.
About Inc.com
Inc.com, the daily resource for entrepreneurs, delivers how-to guides, advice, tools, breaking news, and rich multi-media to help business owners and CEOs start, run, and grow their businesses. Inc.com offers dynamic marketing solutions to help advertisers effectively reach Inc.com's audience of business leaders. Visit http://www.inc.com.
About Inc. 500 / Inc. 5000 Conference
Each year, Inc. magazine and Inc.com celebrate the remarkable achievements of today's entrepreneurial superstars -- the privately held small businesses that drive our economy. The Inc. 500|Inc. 5000 Conference brings together members of the Inc. 5000 community--both a new class of Inc. 5000 honorees and the list's alumni--for three days of powerful networking, inspired learning, and momentous celebration. For the first time ever, this powerful networking event is open to all. Please join us September 18-20, 2008 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in Washington, D.C. For more information or to register, visit http://www.Inc500Conference.com or call 877-211-0489.
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6 Advantages of a Vernay Supravalve®
The Supravalve® has been a mainstay of the Vernay Medical check valve line-up for over 20 years, and is still one of the most preferred assembled check valves used in the medical industry. Here are 6 advantages of a Vernay Supravalve®.
Yellow Springs, Ohio (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 22, 2008 -- The Supravalve® has been a mainstay of the Vernay Medical check valves line-up for over 20 years. But did you know the Supravalve® has 6 advantages compared to other check valves in the medical industry?
Here are 6 advantages of a Vernay Supravalve®:
1. Highly reliable in critical applications where drugs, blood or other fluid media, require the dosing to be precisely checked with care. More specifically the Supravalve® is used in medical fields such as:
• Drug Delivery
• Blood Oxygenators
• Blood Handling
• Wound Drainage applications
• Infusion sets
2. 100% functionally tested for forward flow, reverse leakage and weld integrity.
3. Assembled in a Class 10,000 clean environment to ensure the safety of the patient.
4. Non-position sensitive.
5. Provides a non-torturous flow path with low pressure losses at both medium and high flow rates. Having a non-torturous flow-path assures the valve is optimized for applications where Haemolysis is a concern.
6. Available in a multitude of fitments and material selections that can readily be sterilized using Gamma, ETO or High temperature Sterilization methods.
At the heart of the Supravalve® is a duckbill check valve, a technology patented by Vernay many years ago. The silicone duckbill check valve is assembled into mating plastic components, using a state of the art automated assembly process. All configurations of the Supravalve® Check Valve are USP Class VI compliant.
Vernay Laboratories designs and manufactures precision molded elastomeric materials. Primary area of expertise is in the design and manufacture of elastomeric check valves for fluid control applications. Standard product lines include a variety of check valve designs both fully Elastomeric and molded onto metal or plastic.
For further information on the Vernay Supravalve® product line, please call 1-866-Vernay-1 or visit our website at www.vernay.com
About Vernay
Vernay Laboratories is proud to provide precision-engineered fluid control rubber components and assemblies to companies around the world. Vernay serves the Automotive, Medical, Office Products, Small Appliances, Small Engine, White Goods, and Specialty markets. Using our expertise in the creation of manufacturing processes, quality & environmental standards and new cutting-edge elastomeric materials, we design check valves and other fluid control rubber products that offer advanced solutions to your complex engineering problems.
Links:
http://www.vernay.com/ProductCategories/Duckbills.html
http://www.vernay.com/ProductCategories/CheckValves.html
http://www.vernay.com/Technologies/Material.html
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Latista Joins Autodesk Developer Network
Construction software and systems provider Latista joined the Autodesk Developers Network. Integrating Autodesk's building information modeling (BIM) capabilities with LATISTA Field software will benefit Latista clients.
Reston, Va. (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Autodesk, the company that led the construction industry into the computer age with AutoCAD software in 1982, has accepted Latista Technologies into the prestigious Autodesk Developer Network (ADN).
Autodesk is best known recently for advancing building information modeling technology or BIM, which Latista incorporates into its LATISTA Field construction management software. BIM is a comprehensive digital form of construction modeling that combines 3D electronic plans with related associated information like specifications, estimating data and more specialized information on things like acoustics, lighting and fire resistance. BIM models can be easily examined, manipulated and edited throughout the design and build process, and any changes will be carried through to all parts of the model, reducing chances for transcription errors and oversight.
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Case Study: Brasfield & Gorrie perfect Atlanta's Midtown Mile with Latista Construction Software
Construction software and systems supplier Latista and Brasfield & Gorrie general contractors announced a successful collaboration on 1010 Midtown, a 35-story condo and retail project in the heart of downtown Atlanta. Brasfield & Gorrie will use Latista field management software on upcoming projects as well.
Reston, Va. (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Software and services provider Latista and the United States' 32nd largest contractor and 16th largest general builder, Brasfield & Gorrie, reported a successful collaboration on Atlanta's 1010 Midtown luxury condominium project. Brasfield & Gorrie used LATISTA Field web-based, mobile software to improve the efficiency of its quality assurance and deficiency correction procedures. The details of the project can be found in a case study available on Latista's website.
Brasfield & Gorrie's 1010 Midtown project is a $159 million, 35-story condominium in downtown Atlanta. With 30,000 sq. ft. of retail space and an 820-space parking garage attached, the building forms phase one of a three-phase plan to create for Atlanta an upscale living, shopping and entertainment district that rivals Chicago's Magnificent Mile and New York City's Madison Avenue.
LATISTA Field software and mobile tablet PCs enabled architects, engineers and managers to access plans on the job site, document deficiencies, and easily synchronize information with subcontractors and other third parties. The system shortened subcontractor issue identification-to-resolution cycles from several days to less than 24 hours, enabling the project team to meet its goals of improved quality and faster completion.
Brasfield & Gorrie liked the Latista system so much that they are deploying it on future projects. Steve Gilbert, Brasfield & Gorrie Corporate Operations IT Manager, said, "It's so easy to organize issues in LATISTA--it's effortless--and getting reports out to subcontractors is so much quicker that you get a better return."
Latista Executive Vice President Chris Ramsey praised Brasfield & Gorrie for deciding to automate their quality assurance processes. "Brasfield & Gorrie is truly at the forefront in the areas of quality management and construction technology," said Ramsey. "As a leader in the construction industry, Latista is proud to welcome Brasfield & Gorrie as a customer."
For more information on the 1010 Midtown project and Brasfield & Gorrie's use of LATISTA Field software, a case study is available through Latista's website under the case studies section.
About Latista
Latista has been a leader in mobile and web-based field management software and services since its founding in Reston, Virginia, in 2001. Its software is used by top 200 contractors and top 50 owners worldwide to reduce project costs and risks by eliminating redundancy, enhancing collaboration among project participants, and allowing more thorough analysis of project performance.
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Granite Construction Inspections Names Richard Purnell of Pomona Park, FL as Inspector of the Quarter
Granite Construction Inspections (GCI), a national construction inspection company, is proud to announce the Inspector of the Quarter for the 2nd Quarter of 2008.
Denver, Colorado (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Granite Construction Inspections (GCI), a national construction inspection company, is proud to announce the Inspector of the Quarter for the 2nd Quarter of 2008. Dick Purnell of Pomona Park, Florida has won "Outstanding in the Field" for his hard work and dedication to GCI. Mr. Purnell's extensive background in residential and commercial construction has made him an industry expert.
Each quarter, GCI selects an exemplary inspector to receive the honor of Inspector of the Quarter. For more information about GCI's inspection services visit www.gcinspects.com or send an email to info@gcinspects.com.
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Housing Project Draws Generous Hands, Good Times for Employees of ReliableRemodeler.com
A Saturday of volunteering for Habitat for Humanity proves a good hearted challenge for ReliableRemodeler.com employees willing to get hands on.
Portland, Ore. (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- ReliableRemodeler.com, http://www.reliableremodeler.com/, a nationwide home improvement and remodeling contractor matching service called on some brave employee volunteers to step up for a good cause in the industry. Habitat for Humanity, an international nonprofit organization dedicated to providing affordable housing to families in need, spearheads community volunteer projects across the country and the world. It relies on its volunteers to build over 250,000 homes each year, http://www.wwhfh.org/.
The morning of August 2, 2008 six ReliableRemodeler.com employees gathered at the local build site show their support and lend a hand on five homes in progress at the Lawson Place Habitat site in Aloha, Oregon. ReliableRemodeler.com employees Gregg Hicks, Wade Corbin, Bernie Russnogle, Gina Trella, Paige Thomas, and Mary Sweigert honored their commitment to the project, "It's a fun chance to come out for the community," Communications Specialist Paige Thomas said, "especially with the support of our colleagues and our company."
Joining home building professionals and the soon-to-be homeowners, ReliableRemodeler.com employees leveled driveways, hauled lumber, built scaffolding and attached siding. While skill levels ranged from the proficient hammer swingers and scaffold scalers to construction novices, there were areas for everyone to participate. Helpful professionals were on site to provide the necessary guidance.
After an early Saturday morning and a hard day's work, volunteers were ready for rest and water. "We're really glad to have this opportunity," said Director of Business Development Gregg Hicks, "its been a long time in the works and I think we were all excited to be able to get our hands dirty helping out."
About ReliableRemodeler.com:
ReliableRemodeler.com is a leading nationwide home improvement contractor matching service working to bring together homeowners and contractors. To date, the company has matched over 730,000 homeowners with home improvement projects to quality, local contractors. Besides homeowners, the company targets over 1.2 million home improvement and remodeling contractors in the United States, providing them access to quality home improvement leads using proprietary matching technologies.
Both homeowners looking to start a home improvement project, or contractors who want to start receiving qualified leads, can visit our website, ReliableRemodeler.com. http://www.reliableremodeler.com/
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Top University Implements New Multi-Media Emergency Notification System
LED Displays from Inova Solutions supplement emergency communication plan.
Charlottesville, VA (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 21, 2008 -- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, known as Virginia Tech, has selected Virginia-based Inova Solutions as part of its emergency mass notification system. This month, university officials will implement over 200 of Inova's durable and highly visible OnAlert™ displays as a means to instantly communicate vital information to large groups of students, staff and faculty in public areas.
Virginia Tech's initial project includes 220 OnAlert displays for mass notification in classrooms and common areas. When no emergency message is needed, the displays show accurate time and date to ensure synchronized school operations. The displays are powered by existing network connections using standard Power over Ethernet (POE) technology. Centrally networked, the comprehensive system is easy to install, manage and send emergency messages as needed.
"OnAlert is a simple, secure way for authorized school officials to issue emergency alerts," said Gerry Gorman, Vice President at Inova Solutions. "The wall-mounted LED displays are visible from over 100 feet, inexpensive to install and easy to operate."
Learn more about mass notification systems at http://www.inovasolutions.com/mass-notification/
State Requires Schools to Have Emergency Plan by January 2009
The Commonwealth of Virginia recently passed legislation requiring colleges and universities to establish comprehensive, prompt and reliable first-warning and notification plans by January 1, 2009.
Tips for Choosing Emergency Mass Notification Systems
For schools considering mass notification systems, here are a few considerations:
1. Use multiple technologies to deliver emergency messages, such as Visual Messaging, SMS/Text, Email and Public Address. This multi-tiered approach allows for communication overlap in the event of weak cell phone coverage or limited reach of other systems. Read about this comprehensive communication strategy in Inova Solutions' free position paper, A Holistic Approach to Mass Notification, available for download here.
2. Coordinate public address and visual messaging systems for optimal reach, especially for large congregation spaces like student unions, cafeterias and lecture halls to minimize the impact of noise often accompanying a crisis and support the disabled population as required under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
3. For visual displays, LED screens deliver crisp, clear messages to large areas.
a. LEDs are brighter than LCD screens and can be read easily at more than 100 feet, even through smoke and dust. (LCDs have up to 20-foot viewing range and limited viewing angle.)
b. LED displays are durable, with an expected life of 10 years (three times that of LCDs)
c. LED displays consume far less power than LCDs. Ethernet-powered displays can use redundant network power to survive outages.
About Inova Solutions
Founded in 1984, Inova Solutions is a global provider of real-time visual communications helping call centers, public transit systems, schools, manufacturers and others instantly communicate vital information. Visit www.inovasolutions.com.
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Granite Loan Management to Sponsor Inaugural FirstBank Golf Tournament and Benefit Special Olympics Colorado
Granite Loan Management, a national construction risk mitigation company, is proud to announce their sponsorship of the FirstBank Golf Tournament at The Golf Club at Bear Dance located at 6630 Bear Dance Road in Larkspur, Colorado.
Denver, Colorado (PRWEB) August 21, 2008 -- Granite Loan Management, a national construction risk mitigation company, is proud to announce their sponsorship of the FirstBank Golf Tournament at The Golf Club at Bear Dance located at 6630 Bear Dance Road in Larkspur, Colorado.
The event will benefit Special Olympics Colorado and assist with their mission to provide year-round training and sponsor more than 80 competitions at the area and state level in 20 sports for 8,500 athletes statewide.
For more information about Granite Loan Management, visit www.graniteloan.com or send an email to sales @ graniteloan.com.
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Green Building Consultant to Keynote Back-to-Back Conferences in Los Angeles and Phoenix
On two consecutive days, green building industry leader, Jerry Yudelson, will deliver keynotes at two important green building conferences.
Tucson, AZ (PRWEB) August 21, 2008 -- The green building consulting firm Yudelson Associates announced today that its founder and principal, Jerry Yudelson, will be the featured as a green building speaker at two important early September green building industry conferences.
On September 3, 2008 at 3:30 pm, at the Phoenix Convention Center (West Building, 3rd Floor), Mr. Yudelson will keynote a special event hosted by the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) and the Arizona Association for Economic Development, along with the Arizona chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council, and Green Summit. This presentation is called "Building the Green Business Case." Following Jerry's presentation, solar and green building experts will discuss trends and the adoption of sustainable practices that will shape the competitiveness of the Greater Phoenix region. This invitation-only event will include GPEC investors and communities, as well as local mayors, city council members, city managers and development services directors.
Event organizer Rebecca Robinson of GPEC said, "Jerry Yudelson has been a national leader in advancing the business case for green building and green development. We hope that our audience will leave with the conviction that green building is good business and something they should be promoting."
The very next day, on September 4, at 9:00 am at the Los Angeles Convention Center (West Building, Room 515B), Mr. Yudelson will keynote the inaugural Green Action Summit, hosted by Atlanta-based conference promoter, The Data Bridge. Mr. Yudelson's presentation, "The Business Case for Zero Net Energy Buildings" will bring the more than 200 attendees up to date on the rapidly emerging consensus about the importance of zero carbon emission buildings.
Kelly Olcott, president of The Data Bridge, said, "Having a keynote speaker of Jerry's caliber highlights the importance of taking action on the green building imperative. We think this conference will greatly accelerate the green building movement in Southern California."
About Yudelson Associates"
Yudelson Associates is a leading national and international green building consulting firm. The founder, Jerry Yudelson, is widely acknowledged as one of the nation's leading experts on green building and green development. He is the author of eight green building books and serves as Research Scholar for Real Estate Sustainability for the International Council of Shopping Centers, a 70,000-member international trade organization. He is a frequent keynote speaker at industry and professional conferences and chairs the industry's largest annual show, Greenbuild.
For more information on Yudelson Associates, go to http://www.greenbuildconsult.com.
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Data-Basics announces 2008 User's Group Meeting for SAM Pro Enterprise Customers
Meeting will take place September 7-9, 2008 in Cleveland, Ohio.
Cleveland, OH (PRWEB) August 21, 2008 -- Data-Basics, a leading provider of service management software to the HVAC industry, will be hosting the 2008 User's Group Meeting to help their clients get more out of their SAM Pro Enterprise software. Registration can be done by calling 1-800-837-7574 or by visiting www.databasics.com. All registrations are due by August 29, 2008.
The two-day seminar will take place September 7-9 at the Doubletree in Cleveland the event is open to all companies that use, or have interest in upgrading to, SAM Pro Enterprise. The sessions will cover a variety of topics, including:
* How to get more out of your SAM Pro software utilizing best practices
* How to increase productivity through mobile computing
* Understanding and using the new features in SAM Pro
In addition to these topics, attendees will benefit from the opportunity to exchange knowledge with and network with users in industries that include service and construction, equipment sales and service, facilities maintenance management and national accounts. Also, the event features round table sessions where attendees can interact and discuss the lessons, and make and receive recommendations on getting the most out of the product.
"Last year's meeting was a resounding success, and our largest ever," said Arthur Divell, CEO, Data-Basics. "We feel that this year will provide an even greater learning and networking experience for those that attend."
About Data-Basics:
As a software provider for more than 30 years, Data-Basics has helped hundreds of service, construction and facilities firms streamline and improve their business through technology. The company's software is in use across North America at a variety of businesses, which has provided the company with experience in a wide range of industries and disciplines.
With more than 30 years of experience, Data-Basics provides field service software, work order software, dispatching, and service management software solutions to automate the field service, accounting, service dispatching, and more for service contractors, facilities maintenance and similar industries.
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Georgia Real Estate Auction Rapidly Approaching for 173+/- Acres for Georgia Land Auction in Toombs County, Georgia
Georgia Land Auction will be hosted by United Country Certified Real Estate, a Georgia Real Estate Auction and Brokerage Company
(PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- This upcoming Georgia Real Estate Auction and Georgia Land Auction will be conducted by Myers Jackson, Georgia real estate auctioneer and broker, onsite at Hillsboro Road in Lyons, Georgia on Saturday, September 13th at 10:00a.m. This real estate auction event will provide an excellent opportunity for interested parties to attend the live sale, bid and win their own piece of Georgia Land for sale. Pre-registration, online bidding and a full list of details on this Georgia real estate auction are highlighted at the company's website.
The 173 +/- total acres of property in this Georgia land auction will be offered divided in 11 tracts. This Georgia real estate auction will be selling using the high bidder's choice real estate auction method of sale. High bidder's choice describes the option given to the highest bidder to choose a certain tract or group of tracts being offered at auction. The eleven tracts of central Georgia Real Estate being offered can either be purchased as individual tracts or as a combination of tracts, whichever the high bidder prefers. Once the first round of bidding has finished and the high bidder has made his/her selection of tracts, the next round of bidding begins. The high bidder in the second round will win the right to choose from the remaining tracts. The Georgia real estate auction will continue in this manner until winning bidders each select the tract of their choice. Offering the property divided and by high bidder's choice will provide a tremendous advantage to prospective purchasers by allowing them the opportunity to pick the very best of this Georgia land for sale.
"This Georgia Land Auction will be offered divided high bidders choice, and the high bidder will have the chance to take all 11 tracts on the first round of bidding," says Myers Jackson, CAI, AARE, CES, ATS and Real Estate Auctioneer in Georgia and Florida. "These types of real estate auctions generally produce a market price that is acceptable to the sellers. Market conditions are set by a well qualified buying public after an aggressive marketing process."
The central Georgia real estate offered in this Georgia land auction is located just 4.2 miles from US 1 in Lyons between US Hwy 280 and GA Hwy 178. With easy access to home sites, you can create a rural homestead and transform your country home dreams into reality with the enthusiasm and inspiration of a private and peaceful setting. The Georgia land for sale in this real estate auction offers an abundance of opportunities such as; hunting, a timber investment, or just a Georgia country home lifestyle. When this parcel of real estate is offered on September 13, bidders will have the opportunity to submit their highest and best bids. Contracts will be written and closings will occur approximately 45 days following the auction.
"United Country has brought buyers and sellers of real estate together since 1925. Our marketing tools are second to none and our unwavering mission to reach the buying public has produced a buyer database currently totaling more than 300,000 buyers interested in purchasing property," said Shawn Terrell, CAI, AARE, and Vice-President of United Country Auction Services. "Our clients select United Country Auction Services due to our ability to deliver accelerated results. Time and time again, they are extremely impressed with our company's marketing process and the professional experience of the team. This marketing power will help Certified Real Estate attract maximum participation -- and an ideal outcome for seller and buyers -- at this Georgia land auction."
Established in 1925, United Country is the partner of choice for marketing land, commercial and residential properties, luxury property and asset sales across the country. With performance excellence recognized by the Wall Street Journal as one of the top 1% performers, our marketing program is second to none.
Event news and details of this Georgia Land Auction are available on the internet. Contact the real estate auctioneer for any questions on the upcoming Georgia Real Estate Auction for central Georgia land for sale by calling direct at 229-726-0065 or email Myers(at)CertifiedAuctionMail.com.
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Customers Set to Benefit From Extra Carriages
First Capital Connect customers are set to benefit from new carriages, longer and more frequent trains as well as a greater choice of destinations due to changes to franchise agreements agreed between the Department for Transport.
London, UK (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- First Capital Connect customers are set to benefit from new carriages, longer and more frequent trains as well as a greater choice of destinations due to changes to franchise agreements agreed between the Department for Transport.
The changes are a key milestone in the wider £5.5bn Thameslink modernisation programme and mean that passengers will see:
- Increased frequency - the number of trains running through central London on the Thameslink route will increase from 8 up to 15 per hour during peak hours from 1 March 2009;
- New trains - 92 new class 377 carriages - worth around £100m - are on order, which will be deployed on First Capital Connect services between Bedford, London and Brighton and Southeastern services between St Pancras International and Bromley South, Orpington and other Kent stations from March 2009;
- Extra seats on First Capital Connect - the introduction of additional class 319 carriages will boost more peak services to 8-car length on the First Capital Connect Thameslink route. With the class 377 and class 319 carriages, there will be an additional 1150 seats in the morning peak and 2080 seats in the evening peak on First Capital Connect services from March 2009.
- More direct journeys - from March 2009, some Southeastern services will join First Capital Connect Thameslink route services, meaning passengers can travel between Sevenoaks, St Pancras International and stations in north London without changing trains.
Rail Minister Tom Harris MP said:"We are committed to improving the travelling experience for passengers on one of the country's busiest rail routes. That's why we have secured a range of improvements, from more frequent train services, to newer trains and more seats that Thameslink passengers will benefit from for years to come."
"The changes we are making are part of the £5.5bn Thameslink programme, which will deliver a dramatic increase in capacity for passengers in London and the South East."
Notes to Editor
1. The franchise changes are part of the wider Thameslink modernisation programme. The £5.5bn Thameslink modernisation programme will transform the Thameslink network by 2015. The programme will deliver:
- Up to 50 per cent longer trains across the current Thameslink route;
- New direct services from the southern Home Counties to destinations on the Thameslink and Great Northern routes;
- A dramatic increase in capacity, with up to 12 carriage trains running up to 24 times an hour through central London by 2015;
- New trains across the Thameslink route - there will be an entirely new fleet of trains by 2015, with extra carriages providing around 14,500 extra seats each day for passengers;
- Three London mainline stations, Blackfriars, Farringdon and London Bridge stations, will be improved, giving the stations the capacity to handle more passengers and easing bottlenecks.
- Blackfriars station will become the first station to span the Thames and by the end of 2011 the station will be able to handle 12 car trains for the first time.
- Platform extensions at 50 stations outside central London, including stations along the Bedford line.
First Capital Connect's extra class 319 carriages form part of FCC's current franchise agreement.
- Visit firstcapitalconnect.co.uk for information or to book a train to St Pancras or any of our other desitinations.
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Rodman Construction Inc. engages Crossroads Partner Inc., to implement Microsoft Dynamics AX for Construction and Equipment Management
Crossroads Partner, Inc. announces it has entered into an agreement with Rodman Construction, Inc. to establish an Equipment Management and Construction enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution based on Microsoft Dynamics AX.
(PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- Crossroads Partner, Inc. announces it has entered into an agreement with Rodman Construction, Inc. to establish an Equipment Management and Construction enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution based on Microsoft Dynamics AX.
"This agreement further strengthens our commitment to the Construction and Heavy Equipment sector and extends our growth into the southwest region of the U.S.," said Einar Ulfsson, Chairman and Co-Founder of Crossroads Partner. "Having a Construction Industry leader, like Rodman, choose our vertical solution over the competition is a fantastic payoff for all the hard work invested in creating this world class solution. Rodman senior executives have significant experience with other ERP solutions and were committed to finding the right partner. For that reason, we are extremely proud Rodman chose Crossroads."
The Rodman project is focused on defining and updating standard business processes to support the implementation of a world class ERP system to manage operations from end to end due to continued growth. To do this, Rodman chose Crossroads Partner to implement Dynamics AX 2009 and the Annata IDMS heavy equipment management tool.
As part of the business process update, Crossroads will develop specific construction functionality called Crossroads Partner Construction (CPC) for AX, which consists of Fleet Management, Construction AIA Billing, Microsoft Project Server, Microsoft Performance Point Business Intelligence and Microsoft Mobile Handheld system with GPS location. Rodman will integrate Microsoft SharePoint into the Dynamics AX solution providing user collaboration for 2000 Rodman users.
Central to Rodman's selection of Crossroads Partner was their expertise with Annata IDMS. The Heavy Equipment Management capability of Annata IDMS, developed exclusively for the Heavy Equipment and Automotive industry, is certified by Microsoft, and provides deep equipment management, warranty and service capabilities which are necessary to control equipment costs.
Craig Porter, Chairman, Rodman LLC, said, "When Crossroads sent us the solution certification, we knew we had chosen the right solution; IDMS."
About Crossroads Partner:
Crossroads Partner delivers software, consulting and technology implementation services to mid-market and enterprise level companies that are striving for business process improvements and increased efficiency for their organization. As a leading provider of business management solutions Crossroads Partner has built our business around empowering our clients. By representing the leading Business Management solutions from multiple vendors including Microsoft Dynamics and SAP we are uniquely positioned to provide objective software selection consulting services. Crossroads Partner stands behind our expertise with an industry leading Software Selection Guarantee.
About Rodman Construction:
Rodman Construction Co., was established in 1990, and based in the Dallas / Fort Worth Area with offices in Austin and San Antonio, maintains a corporate commitment to quality workmanship, cost efficiency, and exceeding their clients' expectations. These commitments are the basis of continued growth for Rodman Construction with 1200 employees and over 425 pieces of heavy equipment.
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Villa Family Sells 1-Million Square-Foot Mixed Use Commercial Real Estate Portfolio in the Garden State
Existing Condition Drawings by VECS Group Facilitate One of the Largest Real Estate Transactions of 2008 in the Tri-State Area
Morris Plains, New Jersey (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- V.E.C.S. Group LLC (VECS)
It was reported earlier this summer that a very talented brokerage team from Newmark Knight Frank sold the Villa families Clark, NJ portfolio of over 1-million square-feet office, flex, retail and industrial real estate despite the current credit crunch in the Northeast real estate sector.
The team headed by Managing Director Richard Mirliss, successfully sold the 22 buildings on 70 prime New Jersey acres just 25 miles west of New York City to the Feil Organization. Both companies relied heavily on CAD drawings produced by V.E.C.S. Group LLC (Verified Existing Conditions Services Group) in order to bring the deal to a close.
The Portfolio is comprised of production facilities, offices and retail outlets for major corporations including L'Oreal, ShopRite, A&P, Bally's and Rite Aid. Over the years the footprint of each building was altered in order to accommodate the business activities of these high profile tenants rendering the as-built drawings useless.
"We used our mobile CAD units and state of the art laser measuring devices in order to deliver accurate finished drawings to Newmark Knight Frank in just a few days" says Jason Caravello, CEO of the VECS Group. "I am pleased that VECS was able to provide both the buyer and the seller with the accurate information that they both needed to close such a large and complicated transaction", Caravello goes on to say.
In the past it could take months for a seller to acquire existing condition drawings a task that VECS, in many cases can turn around in just 24 hours. The advent of the latest CAD software combined with state of the art laser measuring devices has enabled companies like VECS to quitley expedite and simplify the commercial real estate process. Transactions large and small need accurate drawings to protect both the seller and the buyer.
"This has to be one of the largest transactions to take place in the tri-state area so far this year" said Richard Mirliss. The portfolio was listed with an asking price of $100 million, but the final purchase price remains undisclosed.
To learn more about this innovative company and their state of the art technology visit http://www.VECSgroup.com
About V.E.C.S. Group LLC.:
Specializes in existing conditions surveys, as-built surveys, computer aided design CAD and computer aided facilities management CAFM. Our team produces high quality measured drawings for architects, engineers, building owners, developers, and facility managers. www.VECSGroup.com
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Nystrom Building Products Acquires Arden Architectural Specialties: 80 Years of Combined Business Expected to Generate Sustainable Growth, new Product Lines
Nystrom Building Products, Brooklyn Park MN, announces the acquisition of Arden Architectural Specialties, Inc., New Brighton MN, effective immediately. Nystrom Building Products is the world's leading direct-to-site provider of complementary building products for the commercial construction industry. Nystrom and Arden Architectural offer complementary lines of products serving the same markets.Nystrom has experienced consistent growth in both domestic and international markets, more than doubling revenues over the past five years. The addition of Arden Architectural is expected to boost growth by another 15%-20%, while expanding the company's overall market reach.
Minneaplois (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- Nystrom Building Products, Brooklyn Park MN, announces the acquisition of Arden Architectural Specialties, Inc., New Brighton MN, effective immediately.
Nystrom Building Products is the world's leading direct-to-site provider of complementary building products for the commercial construction industry. Nystrom and Arden Architectural offer complementary lines of products serving the same markets.
Nystrom has experienced consistent growth in both domestic and international markets, more than doubling revenues over the past five years. The addition of Arden Architectural is expected to boost growth by another 15%-20%, while expanding the company's overall market reach.
Nystrom CEO Scott Sustacek describes the acquisition as a good fit in terms of both culture and business objectives.
"Employees at both organizations describe themselves as focused on the customer," Sustacek said. "Nystrom is about quality products, responsiveness and flexibility with our customers. We routinely adapt our products and processes to fit with the way they do business. This acquisition is very much in line with that philosophy and strategy. We look forward to realizing the many synergies that will benefit both our customers and our combined workforce."
According to Arden Architectural founder and president Fred Berndt, "Our employees and customers helped us build this business from scratch, so we've been committed to finding a transition strategy that would honor their efforts and ensure the continued growth of the business. After many discussions over a number of months, we're confident that Nystrom offers the complementary products, expertise and values necessary for us to achieve our objectives."
Nystrom will continue to offer Arden Architectural products and services under the Arden Architectural brand through its network of manufacturers reps. Nystrom's direct sales force will assume responsibility for sales and service in areas not currently serviced by Arden Architectural representatives.
About Nystrom Building Products (www.nystrom.com)
Sixty-year-old Nystrom Building Products, which sells direct to commercial contractors, provides a wide range of products, from architectural louvers to expansion joint covers to fire extinguisher cabinets, for major construction projects on five continents.
Nystrom has become an active participant in "building information modeling," which brings together architects, builders and manufacturers to create detailed, shared working models of both the building and the construction process before a shovel of dirt has been moved. The result is a faster, more efficient building process using "just in time" principles first developed in manufacturing and retail applications.
About Arden Architectural
Twenty-year-old Arden Architectural works closely with architects, engineers and interior designers to design and specify components such as entrance systems, wall protection and stair nosings for use in commercial and institutional building projects.
As an active member of the US Green Building Council and its regional chapter, Arden Architectural has made a significant commitment to achieving sustainability in both its products and its operations.
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Optima Leads the Way for Greener Construction in the Partitioning Industry
As the warnings keep on coming about the state of our planet, Optima, the UK's market leading partitioning specialist has vowed to completely cut waste to landfill out of their operations through recycling by 2010.
London, UK (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- Optima, the UK's leading supplier of commercial partitioning systems is paving the way to greener construction by promising to eliminate all waste to landfill from their operations by 2010.
Optima, (whose past projects have included supplying partitioning and glass walls for clients at the Gherkin), plan to achieve this by using only materials that can be dismantled and recycled when they are no longer required.
Managing Director, Nigel Westray said, "We are examining every aspect of the supply chain to see where improvements can be made and are pleased to say that we have reduced our carbon emissions by 5% since the start of the year."
Optima's revolutionary partitioning solutions have been made from 98% recycled materials since the beginning of this year, now Optima wish to go a step further, ensuring each of its products can be fully recycled, eliminating waste to landfill and dramatically reducing the impact Optima's activities have on the environment.
Westray adds, "Our products are installed in the offices of some of the most prestigious companies in the UK, companies who are totally committed to Environmental management, and it is only right that we meet or exceed their standards of environmental best practice".
Optima's environmentally ethical practices recently earned the company ISO14001 accreditation for its Environmental Management System and the company has also drawn up plans to make further emissions reductions across all sectors.
To find out more about Optima's superior and eco friendly office partions products and services please visit: http://www.optimasystems.com/glass-wall-sustainable.php
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FIT Residencial Implementing Lombardi Business Process Management (BPM) Solution
Brazilian homebuilder using Teamworks BPM Suite for real estate acquisition and management processes.
Austin, Texas and São Paulo, Brazil (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- Lombardi, a leader in business process management (BPM), has announced today that FIT Residencial, a homebuilder based in São Paulo, Brazil, is implementing its award-winning Teamworks® BPM software suite to support the company's mission-critical real estate acquisition and management processes. FIT Residencial is a fully owned company subsidiary of Gafisa (NYSE: GFA) one of Brazil's leading diversified national homebuilders.
"We selected Teamworks because our company is growing very fast and we needed a BPM platform to ensure that our processes can keep up with our growth -- both today and in the future," said Fábio Urushibata, IT Manager at FIT Residencial. "We were especially impressed with the product's analysis and monitoring features that provides our managers with easy-to-use dashboards that give them a transparent view of the business at any time they need it."
WG Systems, Lombardi's reseller in Brazil, is assisting FIT Residencial with the design, delivery and support of the new processes in Teamworks.
Initially, FIT Residencial is using Teamworks to automate and manage two core processes. The first process is used to identify opportunities and subsequently acquire land as inventory that FIT Residencial uses to develop its new buildings. The second process -- "Incorporation" - takes a piece of land that is already in the FIT Residencial land bank, and deals with managing all of the legal, financial and commercial steps required before a building or collection of buildings can be released into the general real estate market for sale. This process is very intensive due to the complex legal environment within Brazil and includes many activities.
"Teamworks offers FIT Residencial a BPM platform that manages their critical land development and management processes today, as well as scales with them as their business grows," said Marcelo Rosenburg, partner of WG Systems. "The combination of Lombardi's leading BPM product coupled with our extensive sales, marketing and professional services expertise is delivering huge benefits for Brazilian customers as they focus on their process improvement efforts."
FIT Residencial process activities that are being managed by Teamworks include their land identification, financial viability study, project planning, licenses acquisition, financing, and presales preparation.
"Lombardi is proud to be the BPM technology for FIT Residencial's real estate management processes," said Phil Gilbert, president of Lombardi. "Our partnership with WG Systems, coupled with the strength of our BPM solutions, is clearly playing a critical role in helping leading Brazilian companies manage, scale and improve their core business processes."
About FIT Residencial:
FIT Residencial is a fully owned company by Gafisa, one of the leading companies in ranking of Brazil's largest builders and incorporators. As a startup launched in March of 2007, Fit Residencial is targeting the affordable entry level and mid low housing market and has already launched 10 developments comprising 2,459 units (Gafisa's stake) and a potential sales value of R$263 million in the states of São Paulo, Bahia, Maranhão, Goiania and Pará and amassed a land bank of R$973 million in potential sales value. The first development is scheduled to be delivered within the business segment's projected in 16-18 months. With the corporate infrastructure now largely in place, Fit is poised to rapidly build profitable, scalable developments as it grows across the country.
About WG Systems:
WG Systems is a leading IT company, based in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and has been distributing, designing and implementing business solutions with innovative information technology since 2000. The company has a diversified portfolio of products, services and customers. WG Systems clients include well known global and Brazilian companies such as Petrobras, Pfizer, NET Servicos, Unibanco and Pernambucanas. For more information, visit www.wgsystems.com.br
About Lombardi
Lombardi is a leader in business process management (BPM). We offer award-winning BPM technology and services to help our customers, partners and government agencies around the world succeed with their process improvement initiatives.
Lombardi is behind some of the largest, most successful BPM implementations in the world. Our customers include Allianz Group, Aflac, Banco Espirito Santo, Barclays Global Investors, Dell, El Paso Energy, FETAC, Financial Services Authority, Ford Motor Company, Hasbro, ING Direct, Intel, Maritz Travel, National Bank of Canada, National Institute of Health, Safety-Kleen, T-Mobile, UCLH, Wells Fargo Financial, Xbridge and numerous governmental agencies. For more information, visit www.lombardi.com.
Lombardi, Teamworks are registered trademarks and Teamworks Process Optimizer, Teamworks Portal, Teamworks for Office, Teamworks for SharePoint, Teamworks for Organization Management and Lombardi Blueprint are trademarks of Lombardi Software, Inc. All other company/product names and service marks may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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University of Mobile Taps Callis Communications for Hosted VoIP and Wireless Internet
Additional Deployment for St. Andrew's Episcopal School Extends Geographic Service Reach, Green IT Strategy and Educational Market Momentum
Mobile, AL (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- Callis Communications, a leading regional provider of hosted telephony and managed Voice-over-IP (VoIP) services for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), today announced the latest two deployments of its Voicepath solution for the University of Mobile and St. Andrew's Episcopal School. The new customers mark the company's deepening penetration of the educational market, along with the expansion of its evolving green strategy and service area to new metropolitan markets in Mississippi.
Having outgrown their aging PBX system and in need of a system that could add phone extensions, the University of Mobile chose Callis Voicepath, an integrated suite of next-generation, fully-managed IP services, to power 750 phones at its 20- building campus in Mobile, Ala. Callis has also added wireless Internet to every dorm room at the school, which has nearly 1,600 students.
"The University had limited staff, which we were able to augment during the rollout," said Dean Parker president and CEO of Callis. "We built an IP telephony infrastructure that helps them stay competitive in providing amenities to current and prospective students, while reducing their up-front costs."
Mark Foley, president of the University of Mobile, said, "We chose Callis for two reasons: first, their ability to design a solution based on our needs and, second, their dedication to an unmatched level of customer service. We couldn't be more pleased about our partnership with Callis."
In need of reliable voice and data services at a lower, more predictable cost, St. Andrew's Episcopal School also selected Voicepath for its two K-12 campuses in Jackson and Ridgeland, Miss. The solution also provides a reliable broadcast system for emergency alerts during threatening weather or other crisis situations via loudspeakers in common areas and classroom phones.
The implementation follows the successful model recently established by Callis with White-Spunner Construction in Mobile, Ala., to help its customers achieve environmental-friendly energy efficiency. This approach involves deploying phones throughout customer sites powered by a central source, rather than plugging each phone into individual power outlets. Two redundant common switches with one power source enable the phone network, data network and power supply to run over the same wires.
In addition, Voicepath is provisioned on one common telephone switch that feeds to a private network that runs back to Callis's network operations center , eliminating the need for a traditional system that can pull 20 to 30 amps of power on its own. As a result, St. Andrew's has a green solution that reduces its energy consumption by at least 50 percent over alternative offerings.
About Callis:
Callis Communications, based in Mobile, Alabama, is a leading facilities-based Competitive Local Exchange Carrier and ISP providing hosted IP solutions to small and medium-sized companies in key southeast business markets. Callis has been recognized as an Inc. 5000 company, with an annual growth rate of nearly 500 percent and customer retention rate of 99.99 percent. Its Voicepath suite of fully-managed IP applications includes hosted PBX, local and long distance service, data backup, server collocation, and domain/email/website hosting, all backed by a highly-reliable, redundant network and its innovative 5-1-1 service for 24x7 customer support. For additional information, visit www.mycallis.com or call 251-662-8300.
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NAIOP Awards Aardex 2008 National "Green Development Award"
Innovative Colorado real estate developer, Aardex, wins National NAIOP Green Development of the Year Award. Its building, the Signature Centre, continues to command national attention for its focus on worker health and productivity.
Golden, CO (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- Aardex LLC, a full service design, development and construction firm, has been named "Green Developer of the Year" by the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties, the nation's leading organization representing the interests of commercial real estate executives engaged in industrial, office and mixed-use development.
The company was honored for its "Signature Centre" building, Colorado's first commercial LEED Platinum office structure.
"This project continues to symbolize the innovation, creativity and sustainable approach that our members are utilizing to develop model properties," said NAIOP President Thomas J. Bisacquino.
"The value of this building can be summed up in two words, air and light," said Ben Weeks, Aardex principal in charge of the project. "Worker productivity soars when the individual can control his or her own thermal comfort in the presence of abundant natural light."
"And, when that happens, the entire paradigm of commercial real estate changes," added Rick Butler, Aardex founder and CEO. "If a building can contribute just a 5% increase in worker productivity, that increase goes a long way toward the building actually paying for itself."
The Signature Centre, a five story structure, features underfloor air throughout the 186,000sf building with individual temperature and ventilation controls. Daylight harvesting via interior and exterior light shelving, state-of-the-art glass and individual lighting showcase the many features promoting productivity and creativity in this state-of-the-art workplace.
Applicants were judged on a number of criteria, including sustainable sites, indoor environmental quality, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, economic viability and other sustainable attributes. Entries for the award were reviewed by industry leaders, including members of the U.S. Green Building Council and its affiliate, the Green Building Alliance.
NAIOP created the Green Building Award in 2005 to recognize the growing number of firms engaged in green development. NAIOP and its member companies are committed to developing model properties adhering to the highest standards in the industry and believe that socially conscious development is essential to the economic vitality of the industry and the nation.
The award will be presented to Aardex during a special ceremony sponsored by Liberty Property Trust and Swinerton Inc. on Tuesday, October 21, at NAIOP's development '08: the annual meeting for commercial real estate, in Las Vegas.
About Aardex LLC: Founded in 1983, Aardex LLC is a development, design, construction and property services firm based in Denver. A recognized leader in build-to-suit, Aardex authored User Effective® Buildings in 2004, a methodology that champions worker productivity in the workplace. The company is committed to reflecting the highest standards in sustainability in all of its business lines - office, healthcare, hospitality and mixed use. Learn more at www.aardex.com
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Michelle Kaufmann, Leading Green Architect and Lifestyle Expert, Completes 30 Homes, Sees Business Triple Over Past Year
Michelle Kaufmann makes it easier to go green by prepackaging green solutions for homebuyers and developers seeking energy, water, and cost efficient homes, and healthy environments. As demand for green housing rises, two major museum exhibits--Smart Home and Home Delivery--highlight the promise of modular building.
Oakland, CA (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- Demand for green homes is on the rise according to Michelle Kaufmann, award-winning green architect and sustainable living expert, who has seen her architecture business triple over the past year. Michelle Kaufmann Companies, http://www.mkd-arc.com/, which recently completed its thirtieth (30th) home, focuses on making beautiful, thoughtful design accessible to more people by employing prefabricated modular building practices and prepackaging green solutions.
"Despite the 'doom-and-gloom' housing market, we've never been busier," said Michelle Kaufmann, founder and chairwoman of Michelle Kaufmann Companies. "There's an enormous demand from homebuyers, who want beautiful homes and healthy environments as well as the lower energy bills that come along with our homes."
With two major museum exhibits focused on prefabricated building--New York Museum of Modern Art's (MOMA) Home Delivery: Fabricating the Modern Dwelling and Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry's Smart Home: Green and Wired, which features Michelle Kaufmann's mkSolaire™--interest in green prefab building is at an all-time high.
"People are actually living in our homes, so for us green, modular design isn't a concept, it's a reality," explained Michelle. "Our company has built more homes for clients than any other firm in the modern modular architecture world--with hundreds more in the pipeline. We're thrilled that our company is well on its way to delivering thoughtful, sustainable design to the masses."
By reducing resource consumption, waste, costs, and building time by up to 50%-75% over conventional building methods, Michelle Kaufmann's prefabricated, modular building techniques deliver benefits to individual homebuyers as well as builders/developers, who are interested in building green multi-family and community developments.
When designing any space, Michelle Kaufmann creates sustainable structures based on 5 EcoPrinciples: smart design, eco materials, energy efficiency, water conservation, and healthy environment.
Michelle Kaufmann offers six modular configurations--Glidehouse™, Sunset® BreezehouseTM, Sidebreeze™, mkLotusTM, mkLoftTM, and mkSolaire™--as well as custom homes and larger multi-family and community developments.
Michelle Kaufmann offers six modular configurations--Glidehouse™, Sunset® BreezehouseTM, Sidebreeze™, mkLotusTM, mkLoftTM, and mkSolaire™--as well as custom homes and larger multi-family and community developments.
Ms. Kaufmann unveiled the first mkSolaire™ home as part of the original Museum of Science and Industry exhibit Smart Home: Green + Wired, Powered by ComEd and Warmed by Peoples Gas. The exhibit opened in Chicago May 8, 2008 and will run through January 4, 2009.
About Michelle Kaufmann Companies
Michelle Kaufmann (AIA, LEED® AP) is a tireless advocate and knowledgeable source for eco-conscious living. Michelle founded Michelle Kaufmann Companies with the mission to make it easier for people to build green and live a more sustainable lifestyle. To that end, Michelle Kaufmann leads a full service design/build architectural firm that uses off-site modular technology and prepackaged green solutions as the means to create beautiful, eco-friendly homes and multi-family develoments. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Oakland, CA, the company expanded to run its own factory delivering homes for clients on the West Coast. Michelle Kaufmann Companies also works with key factory partners to handle increasing volume and expanded territories.
Interested in connecting with people beyond traditional architecture, Michelle has launched a collection of lifestyle media properties, products, and events designed to inspire individuals, families, and communities to create and enjoy sustainable lifestyles.
Visit Michelle's blog at www.blog.michellekaufmann.com.
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Missouri One Call Offers Free On-line Excavator Safety Training Through Diggingsafely.com
Missouri is the first state to offer free on-line excavation safety training in collaboration with www.diggingsafely.com. The custom built course for utility and other excavation personnel went on-line August 15, 2008 at www.mo1call.com, the official Missouri One Call System, Inc., (MOCS) website. All excavators, utilities and homeowners are encouraged to go to the Missouri site before any underground construction begins.
Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- Missouri is the first state to offer free on-line excavation safety training in collaboration with Diggingsafely.com. The custom built course for utility and other excavation personnel went on-line August 15, 2008 at www.mo1call.com, the official Missouri One Call System, Inc., (MOCS) website. All excavators, utilities and homeowners are encouraged to go to the Missouri site before any underground construction begins.
"We wanted to add the on-line option to our regular classroom sessions," explained William E. Dexheimer, Field Manager for MOCS, "excavators can complete the training at their convenience and we can score the results and keep a record of completion. The team at Midwest ENERGY Association combined our requirements with their Diggingsafely.com national excavation safety service and produced a unique Missouri course. The collaboration has been excellent. We especially like the ability to update the course and adjust it to insure learning is effective."
"Even though Missouri state law requires everyone to call us at 1-800-DIG-RITE or call the national 811 number, we must constantly encourage people to make the call or go to our website to request that underground utilities are marked prior to excavation," continued Dexheimer, "with the new course, there is even more enticement to go to our website. Damage to underground utility lines not only is costly and inconveniences customers, it can also be dangerous for excavation employees."
Midwest ENERGY Association, the national leader in providing on-line training for utility industry field employees used its experience in creating over 200 on-line courses to create the free Diggingsafely.com site where anyone interested in excavation safety can learn.
"We built the primary course at the Diggingsafely.com site," said Patrick Van Beek, President of the Midwest Energy Association, "based on the underground damage prevention best practices of the Common Ground Alliance, a national coalition of electric, gas, water, cable, telecommunications, and rail companies. Don Szambelan, our Chief Learning Officer and his team then offered to customize the course on a state by state basis. Missouri was the first to step up. They wanted Missouri specific information on regulations and procedures as well as excavation safety training. Other state one call systems are interested and we look forward to working with them. Damage prevention is in everyone's interest."
For more information go to:
www.mo1call.com or contact William E. Dexheimer at 573-635-1818
www.diggingsafely.com or contact Larry Murray at 651-289-9600 x101
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GOLFAX, LTD. & US GOLF COMPANY Division Acquires CLASSIC GREENS & 888-4EZ-LAWN'S Green-Friendly Synthetic Turf Franchise
GOLFAX, LTD. officially announces the acquisition and launch of the US GOLF COMPANY and its exclusive CLASSIC GREENS (TM) & 888-4EZ-LAWN'S (TM) synthetic turf and custom yard landscaping regional franchise business.
Highlands Ranch, CO (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- GOLFAX, LTD. (Stock Symbol: GLFX) officially announces the acquisition and launch of the US GOLF COMPANY and its exclusive CLASSIC GREENS (TM) & 888-4EZ-LAWN'S (TM) synthetic turf and custom yard landscaping regional franchise business.
US Golf Company - On December 15, 2007, GOLFAX, LTD., a former golf scorecard printing and faxing company originally started in 1985, changed management and acquired the full rights and assets of the 'US GOLF COMPANY' (TM), a specialty golf product and custom yard landscaping company. GOLFAX intends to operate and expand the US GOLF COMPANY specialty golf products business and custom yard landscaping network in Colorado, Arizona, Las Vegas, and regionally throughout the Southwest and United States.
On June 18th, 2008, GOLFAX, LTD, acquired the full rights & trademarks to CLASSICGREENS.com and 1-888-4EZ-LAWN's Toll-Free Phone Number to market its exclusive franchise brand of synthetic putting greens and artificial lawns. Also on June 18th, 2008, Golfax acquired a minority equity position in the AZDesignBuild.com Group, which is the exclusive Arizona regional franchisee contractor of Classic Greens & 888-4EZ-LAWNS synthetic turf lawns.
GOLFAX intends to expand its regional synthetic turf franchise and referral network through-out the United States via the new USA Design Build & US Custom Yards contractor networks, featuring CLASSIC GREENS & 888-4EZ-LAWN's product lines.
Visit www.AZCustomYards.com for more landscaping ideas and information. AZ Custom Yards can provide full 3-D design and architecture service for special building projects. We design and build full back-yards, water features, barbecues, pools and sport courts, and offer complete general contractor construction services. We sell and install green-friendly synthetic lawns and putting greens and xeriscaped (low water, low maintenance) landscapes.
US GOLF COMPANY is also pleased to announce the launch of its US GOLF MAGAZINE & ONLINE CATALOG and the release of its limited edition BLACK SAND WEDGE (TM) golf sand wedge, a cutting edge golf club technology including milled face and low-torque shaft. Visit www.BlackSandWedge.com for more information on this specialty golf wedge, and please visit www.USGolfMag.com for the feature new online US Golf publication.
About Golfax
GOLFAX, LTD. (Stock Symbol: GLFX) is a public golf company featuring US Golf Company & US Golf Magazine, and Classic Greens & 1-888-4EZ-LAWNS. GLFX intends to expand its green-friendly landscape marketing and installation business regionally with additional contractor providers, and to expand its specialty golf product sales and green-technology acquisitions business.
To Order Golf Products or find out more about Custom Synthetic Turf Yards, please visit www.ClassicGreens.com & www.AZCustomYards.com or call: Arizona Local # 480-588-1908 for a free in home estimate and quote.
For Golfax Corporate or GLFX Share-Holder Information, call toll-free # 1-866-993-5050 or visit www.Golfax.Org
GOLFAX, LTD. (Stock Symbol: GLFX) / US GOLF COMPANY / AZ CUSTOM YARDS / CLASSIC GREENS
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FindAnyFloor.com Leading the Way in Website Accessibility
Section 508 Compliance Opens the Door for All Users
Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) August 19, 2008 -- FindAnyFloor.com, "The Web's flooring authority," has taken another big progressive step. By year's end, FindAnyFloor.com and its partner sites - Pro.FindAnyFloor.com and Green.FindAnyFloor.com - will be Section 508 compliant.
508 compliance means these sites will be fully accessible by people with disabilities. While federal agencies are required to be 508 compliant by law, the private sector has not been quick to follow suit. FindAnyFloor.com founder and CEO Damien Patton recognized the real need for 508 compliance for his latest venture.
"As an organization we have chosen to embrace an environment of accessibility despite the additional time and expense involved," said Patton. "Our goal is to make sure that our flooring information is available to everyone."
Making the Internet Section 508 compliant will open up a wealth of information to the approximately 60 million people in the U.S. alone who have some form of disability. FindAnyFloor.com provides consumers with a one-stop reference resource on various flooring types, such as bamboo, carpet, cork, hardwood, stone, vinyl and more. In addition, site visitors will be able to access floor buying and installation guides, a glossary of flooring terms, an "Ask The Expert" function and an exhaustive "Find It Locally" tool. With the latter, users can find over 60,000 flooring retailers, installers and cleaners - all conveniently listed and flagged on a Google map - just by entering their zip code.
Some of the Section 508 features that the trio of sites will feature include coding for the use of assisted devices, no excessive use of Flash visuals, and closed captions on all videos with sound. For more information about the sites' accessibility features visit http://www.FindAnyFloor.com/accessibility.xhtml
About FindAnyFloor.com: FindAnyFloor.com is striving to be the world's largest floor covering information site and social community. The site is a free resource for consumers as well as flooring professionals on all subjects related to flooring. The site also provides interactive tools for the flooring do-it-yourselfer and professional alike. FindAnyFloor.com is proud to be working towards becoming Section 508 compliant and a fully accessible site for all visitors.
About Damien Patton: Damien successfully created Pacific Imports International, a large floor covering distributor that he sold in 2007. The company maintained offices in Asia and the United States and became a premier distributor and retailer of bamboo and hardwood flooring. Damien is the Founder and CEO of FindAnyFloor.com, the end result of his vision to have the largest and most accessible floor covering resource and social community on the Web.
Contact:
Shannon Lang
FindAnyFloor.com Press Room
Ph: 702-242-9663
www.FindAnyFloor.com
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InventHelp Client Invents "Help Up There" - A Helpful Ladder Accessory Invention
InventHelp® is attempting to submit the invention to companies for review.
Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- InventHelp®, America's largest inventor service company, announces that one of its clients, an inventor from Bosque Farms, N.M., has designed a ladder-mounted storage unit for tools and supplies. This invention is patented and a prototype is available.
The "Help Up There" would ensure tools and supplies are readily available, which would enhance convenience for the user. The invention could prevent the user from dropping tools and supplies, which could eliminate associated messes or injuries. The accessory would ensure that tools and supplies do not obstruct the steps of the ladder. Ideal for construction workers and do-it-yourselfers, the Help Up There would feature a stable and easy-to-use design.
The Help Up There would consist of a unit that would feature a vertically oriented, trapezoidal framework, which would be producible from plastic, aluminum or wood. The unit would feature storage space for a pan containing sheetrock mud as well as recessed bins for the storage of screws and nails. The bottom of the unit would feature a hole or holster for the storage of a cordless drill. The top rear of the unit would feature a bracket to allow it to hang from the top of a ladder. A user would place necessary supplies in the storage compartments and hang the unit from the ladder.
InventHelp® is attempting to submit the invention to companies for review. If substantial interest is expressed, the company will attempt to negotiate for a sale or royalties for the inventor. For more information, telephone Dept. 04-TKG-4585 at (800) 851-6030. Learn more about InventHelp® and their Invention Submission services at http://www.inventhelp.com.
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New Orleans-based South Coast Solar Is Tapped by Brad Pitt's "Make It Right" to Be Solar Energy Provider for Foundation's Homes
South Coast Solar awarded contract after competing in nationwide RFP; Local solar energy company to provide solar panels and installation services for the first Make It Right homes in Lower 9th Ward.
New Orleans, LA (PRWEB) August 19, 2008 -- Today, executives with New Orleans-based South Coast Solar, Louisiana's leading provider of solar electric panels, solar hot water heaters, and solar pool heating products announced that the Company has been chosen to be the solar energy provider and consultant for the first Make It Right homes under construction in the Lower 9th Ward.
"We are proud to have been selected by Make It Right New Orleans for this important residential project in New Orleans. As lifelong residents of the city, my partners and I are committed to rebuilding New Orleans greener and more energy-efficient than before Hurricane Katrina. The utilization of solar power for these homes will enable these returning homeowners to live in more environmentally responsible homes that use less energy, which for the homeowners will translate into significantly lower energy bills," says Troy Von Otnott, President of South Coast Solar.
In addition to meeting the qualifications of the RFP, South Coast Solar meets Make It Right's objective of utilizing as many local resources as possible. South Coast Solar will design and install the rooftop solar energy systems for these Make It Right homes. Solar energy design has commenced on the first six homes, some of which are expected to be completed by August 29, 2008, the third anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Installation of each solar energy system takes only one day.
About South Coast Solar:
South Coast Solar, headquartered in New Orleans, LA, is Louisiana's leading solar energy company specializing in both renewable energy systems and energy efficiency products and services. The company provides design and installation of solar energy systems for residences, multi-family apartments, hotels, restaurants and commercial businesses. SCS provides solar electric panels, solar hot water heater systems and solar pool heating products. The company represents the top solar product manufacturers in the world including SunPower, Schuco, Enerworks and Heliocol. SCS is the only authorized dealer of SunPower in Louisiana. SunPower designs, manufactures and delivers the highest-efficiency solar electric technology worldwide. For more information on the company, visit www.southcoastsolar.com.
About Make It Right:
Make It Right's mission is built upon catalyzing redevelopment of the Lower 9th Ward by building a neighborhood of safe and healthy homes that incorporate modern, high-quality design and construction while preserving the spirit of the community's culture. Make It Right is committed to building 150 houses in the Lower 9th Ward; ensuring a green, affordable, sustainable, and replicable community to serve as a model for further rebuilding; including the Lower 9th Ward community as an integral part of the process; and a finance plan that ensures that residents who wish to return to the Lower 9th Ward can do so without further financial hardship. For more information on Make It Right visit, www.makeitrightnola.org.
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Wet Design Realizes Success with Afterburner's Flawless Execution Methodology
Wet Design, creator of spectacular water features and perhaps best known for its 9-acre lake of animated fountains at the Bellagio, Las Vegas, has long practiced and espoused the benefits of lean manufacturing. In seeking to apply the same efficiency to all aspects of its business processes, Wet Design has partnered with Afterburner, Inc. with a commitment to support an ongoing program designed to educate employees in the principles and techniques of Flawless ExecutionSM.
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) August 19, 2008 -- Wet Design, creator of spectacular water features and perhaps best known for its 9-acre lake of animated fountains at the Bellagio, Las Vegas, has long practiced and espoused the benefits of lean manufacturing. In seeking to apply the same efficiency to all aspects of its business processes, Wet Design has partnered with Afterburner, Inc. with a commitment to support an ongoing program designed to educate employees in the principles and techniques of Flawless ExecutionSM.
It has been said that Wet Design's CEO, Mark Fuller, has a talent for unconventional thinking. It was, therefore, not surprising that after reading Flawless Execution by James D. Murphy, founder & CEO of Afterburner, Inc., Mr. Fuller asked his team to read the book and then investigate. Afterburner's project leader, Jim 'Boots' Demarest, was then invited to share the Flawless Execution methodology with the Wet Design team. The methodology, born from fighter aviation, is a continuous improvement process that incorporates four steps: Plan-Brief-Execute-Debrief.
According to Harvey Goldstein, V.P. Marketing for Wet Design, one of the appeals of Flawless Execution is that it is "universally applicable and makes sense because it has been real world tested." Despite his initial concerns that the military aspects of the program would prove too counter-cultural to Wet Design's creative/entertainment-based philosophy, Mr. Goldstein said that within a month team members began to see how easy it was to adopt. Before anyone realized it, the Plan-Brief-Execute-Debrief methodology took root in the daily routines of people in the company and execution began to improve.
Jason Hall, V.P. of Achieving Excellence and Manufacturing at Wet Design, was truly impressed by the way Jim 'Boots' Bemarest "came in, became one of us, fit in, dug in, and understood our business enough to help us get more aligned with our goals. He taught us how to discipline ourselves and have the accountabilities built into the plans."
Mr. Hall's "Kaisan" (from the Japanese meaning "change for the better") training taught him how to get production up to speed but not how to manage production, hold people accountable, or organize and plan. By incorporating the Flawless Execution process into the Kaisan, he has been able to change the management of the line assembly area. The team now plans, briefs team leads, incorporates changes and executes, then debriefs at the end of the shift. It used to take 18 hours to build 10 "fire shooters". The same number is now achieved in just 8 hours. "The Afterburner methodology helps us react quickly to the abnormalities of manufacturing that occur on a daily basis… unchecked, the abnormalities throw everything into an emergency mode which turns into one big avalanche and then you just can't plan and execute."
About Afterburner
Afterburner, Inc. is an international management training company that teaches the techniques of Flawless Execution and peak performance, born in the high-reliability environment of fighter aviation, to the world's top corporations through keynote speaking, corporate teambuilding events, seminar workshops and leadership development. Afterburner has trained the sales teams and top executives of more than 100 of the Fortune 500 companies. Inc. magazine has named Afterburner to its prestigious Inc. 500 LIST twice. Over the past two years the company has expanded its operations to Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom. For additional information, please contact Afterburner at (800) 261-2912.
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ClickSafety Passes 2 Million Courses Milestone, Announces Winner
ClickSafety.com, Inc., the market leader in online construction safety training solutions, surpassed the two-million-courses-delivered mark on August 1, 2008.
Alamo, CA (PRWEB) August 19, 2008 –- ClickSafety.com, Inc., the market leader in online construction safety training solutions, surpassed the two-million-courses-delivered mark on August 1, 2008. The company announced the sale of its one millionth course in March 2007.
“Reaching this milestone is exciting for the entire team,” said Eric King, CEO of ClickSafety. “Each of our clients played a role in helping us achieve this goal, and we hope they’ll join us in our journey to three million.”
ClickSafety celebrated the milestone by giving away a 46” Sharp LCD flat panel TV to user Curt Carlsen; general superintendent for Perini Building Company, Inc. Carlsen completed the two-millionth course in Reno, NV as part of a company-wide training program.
“Safety is the most important aspect of any job,” said Carlsen. “Our goal at Perini is to ensure that each of our staff and subcontractors undergoes proper safety training. Proper training and awareness of our surroundings is what sets Perini apart from the others."
Perini recently partnered with ClickSafety to take advantage of ClickSafety’s construction-focused content and extensive online training library.
About ClickSafety.com, Inc.
ClickSafety.com (www.clicksafety.com) is an award winning online safety management application designed by and for safety training professionals. ClickSafety.com, Inc., located in Alamo, Calif., provides Web-based learning and documentation solutions that help organizations execute their safety training objectives. Over the past nine years, ClickSafety’s e-learning solutions have been deployed in over 6,100 organizations worldwide. Corporations have come to rely on the scalability, security and flexibility of ClickSafety’s solutions to increase productivity and reduce operating expense.
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Turner Construction Attains Safety Milestone
Top General Contractor Accumulates Over Five Million Safety Observations
San Carlos, Calif. (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 19, 2008 -- Turner Construction Company has amassed more than five million safety observations using the DBO2 SafetyNet system, which was first implemented in November 2004. This safety milestone was commemorated at the 50 Connell Project in Berkeley Heights, NJ--where the five millionth observation was recorded--on August 5, 2008.
DBO2's leading product, SafetyNet, helps companies at risk for catastrophic loss to track and measure the leading indicators in their safety systems--and to evaluate how effective, affordable and sustainable these systems are on an ongoing basis.
"DBO2 SafetyNet has generated a wealth of information on safety performance and trending--both for Turner and our subcontractors," says Cindy DePrater, Vice President and Corporate Director of Safety and Loss Control. "With DBO2, we have the ability to tie together 45 of our business units across the nation and to track subcontractor progress in implementing Turner's safety program and our requirements above and beyond OSHA. We have approximately 6000 ongoing projects at any one time and 280 full-time safety professionals who have a lot of ground to cover. DBO2 allows those safety professionals to really hone in on the subcontractors to create and raise awareness of our safety requirements and Building L.I.F.E. (Living Injury Free Everyday). The instant reporting that SafetyNet offers enables us to make the right decisions at the field and operational levels."
Safety Superintendent Richard Korner recorded the five millionth observation in the SafetyNet system and was informed by his project executive of the news. "It felt like I hit the lottery, that I was at the right place at the right time," he says. "But as I thought some more about it, I believed it could truly have happened to any one of us, in the course of walking our jobs and doing our best to keep each other out of harm's way."
Korner has been a SafetyNet user since January 2006. Since then, he has witnessed a rapid growth in overall usage and top-down involvement. "Over the last five years, it's just amazing how SafetyNet has caught on. I know that the project executives meet on a regular basis to discuss observations, who's making them, and which jobs are doing better than others. This information that we collect is something that's carried all the way up to the top and trickles back down."
Looking ahead, DePrater expects the next significant milestone to be deeper, more meaningful engagement with the system. "The five million observation milestone signifies engagement in the DBO2 SafetyNet system by everyone in our company," she says. "Next, we will focus on what people do with those nuggets of insight in order to continue to raise the bar on safety and loss prevention, not only for Turner but the industry as a whole. We're on the right track with improving the use of the system and extracting meaningful data that we can use for positive change."
Barry Nelson is CEO of DBO2 and is inspired by Turner's results. "Our entire team salutes Turner's commitment to using leading indicators to drive improved organizational, financial and safety performance. The dramatic and sustained positive results that Turner has derived from using both leading and lagging indicators provides a glimpse at the new standard for risk and safety management," he says.
About Design Build Own Operate Inc. (DBO2):
DBO2, located in San Carlos, CA, was founded in October 2001 and has emerged as a leader in measuring human error and its consequence in the workplace. DBO2 is a wholly owned subsidiary of Industrial Scientific Corporation, sharing a joint vision of "preserving human life on, above and below the earth." With more than 43 million observations, DBO2 has amassed the largest repository of workplace behaviors and conditions in the world. DBO2's SafetyNet, QualityNet and ProductivityNet software services are currently used on a daily basis at more than 7,000 worksites for some of the world's largest companies.
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As Food Prices Continue to Soar, American Families Can Rely on Their Freezers for Cost-Effective Meal Planning
New Frigidaire® Freezer Features Make it Easier to Stockpile Sale Items and Store Leftovers
AUGUSTA, Ga. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) August 19, 2008 -- With food prices increasing at the fastest pace in 17 years, more American families are preparing meals at home, using up leftovers and stocking up on sale food items. In fact, greater than half of financially challenged adults say they are utilizing all three of these meal-planning strategies more than they were one year ago1, which means, they're probably relying on their freezers for food solutions.
Just as freezers are becoming more important to American families than ever before, Frigidaire is introducing a new line of upright freezers with organizational that answer the demand for convenient, yet stylish kitchen appliances – perfect for the on-the-go mom or home entertainer. Take, for instance, this mother of five who relies on her freezer to help stockpile sale items that satisfy her large brood.
"I watch the inserts in my newspaper's weekly food section for the best deals. Sometimes I stock up on frozen pizzas, which slide nicely into the new Frigidaire Pizza Shelf where they can easily be accessed or surveyed for the next shopping trip," said Laura Dellutri, also known as The Healthy Housekeeper™. "Or, maybe lean ground beef catches my eye in the circular, and I spend the morning after my shopping trip seasoning, sautéing and storing enough for two month's worth of taco nights – my kids' favorite. After all, a properly organized freezer can save both money and time." Dellutri also offers imperative ice box information, including tips and recipes on Frigidaire.com.
Dellutri isn't the only mom looking to cut corners along with cost. Convenience is important as Americans are spending less time at home, leaving less time to plan dinner. In fact, according to an AC Nielsen survey, 60 percent of 18 to 44-year-olds say they are so busy during the day that making dinner needs to be easy – another way that the new Frigidaire upright freezer features can help.
FRIGIDAIRE FREEZER FEATURES
The days of opening the freezer door and wincing when meat falls on a toe, or having a bulky appliance that looks like it belongs in the basement are over. New Frigidaire upright freezers have been re-engineered from the inside out, with some of the most advanced features on the market that allow for organization and style:
* Precision Set Controls™ and Alarm: On the exterior of the front door, Precision-Set controls provide digital temperature readout as well as alarm settings for power loss and door ajar situations so food safety can be determined at a glance. Should a power loss occur, a high-temperature duration alarm informs how long (past one hour) the freezer has maintained a temperature in excess of 23 degrees Fahrenheit.
* Soft Freeze Zone: This bin remains warmer than the freezer interior for convenient storage of soft-freeze items, such as ice cream, and also helps guard against ice crystals. Say goodbye to bent spoons!
* Pizza Shelf: Store and access several pizzas easily, while leaving room for the storage shelf/area below.
* Adjustable Shelf Bookend Organizers: Snap-on adjustable shelf organizer keeps boxes of favorite frozen items upright and within reach. Book-end shelf organizers maximize storage area by stowing frozen, boxed foods upright.
* Fully Extendable Sliding Baskets: Convenient sliding baskets provide for quick and easy access. No more digging through bags of frozen vegetables to find the perfect side dish. Lower baskets can now be smoothly drawn out to show their contents while remaining firmly attached to the inner cabinet via secured guides.
* Store-More™ Tilt-Out Wire Door Bins: The tilt-out wire bin construction stores small packages and optimizes visibility while the tilt-out feature provides easy access.
THINK OUTSIDE OF THE ICE BOX
When it comes to kitchen appliances, style is just as important as convenience, as parties tend to end up in the kitchen. “The new Gallery Series uprights answer the consumer need for organization, while being the appliance that hosts will want to show off during a dinner party,” said Marty O’Gorman, Vice President and General Manager of Freezers for Frigidaire. “The new upright freezers feature Adjustable Shelf Bookend Organizers that maximize storage and make food easy to see at a glance, while also exhibiting elegance with the new curved door design.”
In addition to purchase price (the new freezers range in price from $399 to $799), O'Gorman recommends considering style, food safety, convenience and economy. A complete freezer buying guide can be found at Frigidaire.com.
About Frigidaire
Since 1918, families have made Frigidaire a trusted name in home appliances. The brand heritage is rich with quality products and lifestyle-improving innovations. Today, more than ever, Frigidaire provides the pioneering features of tomorrow with an emphasis on quality, trust and service. Visit www.frigidaire.com for more information on Frigidaire products or to download high-resolution product photos.
1 NPD Report "How Do Economically Challenging Times Affect In-Home Meal Strategies," April 9, 2008
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High Energy Costs Predicted to Increase Further Through 2008
Energy-saving tips to cool down without heating up the budget.
Independence, OH (PRWEB) August 18, 2008 -- The United States Department of Energy's Energy Information Administration (EIA) estimates the average family will spend $2,350 on energy at home and $3,950 on gas for cars or trucks, totaling $6,300 per household in 2008. With rising gas prices, higher utilities and overall energy costs at an all-time high, Americans are struggling to manage their budgets.
"People typically only think of a home inspection when they are either buying or selling," states Kylene Golubski, VP Business Planning & Development for Inspect-It Property Inspection. "We can also help homeowners protect their home investment on an ongoing basis and potentially help decrease energy bills through annual maintenance inspections and home energy audits. You go to the doctor for a check-up, get tune-ups for your car, but what are you doing to maintain your largest investment? The old adage applies: 'An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.'"
Common energy and non-energy related defects discovered in a maintenance inspection include: compromised roof surfaces; improper ventilation; faulty electrical wiring; inadequate heating and cooling capacity for the structure; and substandard windows.
"Maintenance inspections give the homeowners the information they need to make smart investments," stated Golubski. The average person doesn't have the trained eye to identify these issues resulting in prolonged home inefficiency, or significant damage when the system or component actually fails."
The Alliance to Save Energy recommends homeowners take the following measures to help reduce energy costs:
1. Cook with your microwave. It uses 2/3 less energy than your stove.
2. Use your dishwasher (wait for a full load). It uses less water than washing dishes by hand.
3. Keep your fridge full. It keeps it from warming up too fast when the door is open.
4. Turn up your thermostat, and turn off the AC when you aren't home. You save 1-3% per degree for each degree the thermostat is set above 72 degrees.
5. Use cold or warm water when washing clothes, and always rinse in cold water.
6. Line dry clothes whenever possible, but only run the dryer with full loads.
7. Turn off appliances, lights and equipment when not in use.
8. Unplug electronic devices when not in use, as many use electricity even when switched off.
9. Replace AC filters monthly.
10. Weather strip, seal and caulk leaky doors and windows.
11. Use fans instead of AC units. They use less energy.
12. Replace old appliances with new and more energy efficient appliances.
Inspect-It 1st® is a rapidly growing franchise system of home inspectors offering property inspections for homeowners and business owners, and is a subsidiary of Merrymeeting, Inc. (MMI), a Cleveland-based investment firm specializing in the acquisition and development of franchise brands. Each franchise is independently owned and operated. MMI currently operates seven franchise systems with more than 1,700 franchised locations worldwide. To learn more, please visit www.inspectit1st.com or www.merrymtg.com.
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Safeguard Self Storage to Open New Self Storage Facility in Ebbets Field, NY
Safeguard Self Storage expands its presence in the New York self storage market with the opening of its newest location in Ebbets Field. This self storage facility offers the Ebbets Field community 707 storage units in a variety of sizes, with modern security features and many amenities.
Atlanta (PRWEB) August 18, 2008 -- Safeguard Self Storage, a premium provider of self storage solutions, recently opened its fifteenth operating location in the New York self storage market. This self storage facility, conveniently located at 115 Empire Boulevard in Ebbets Field, will help supplement this community's growing demand for high-quality storage units and self storage space.
Safeguard has an established presence in the metro New York and New Jersey areas, currently with more than 20 locations in these two states. As is typical of Safeguard's many locations, the Ebbets Field self storage facility is designed with security, convenience and customer service in mind. Amenities at this location include: Climate-controlled units (fully heated and air conditioned), a covered loading area, computer-controlled recorded access to the building, video recorded surveillance of the property, and individual door alarms on each unit.
"The Ebbets Field location, like all of our New York facilities, is designed to provide an exceptional customer experience. From its premium security features to the many amenities that make renting with us an easy storage option, this facility illustrates why Safeguard is a leader in the New York self storage market," explains Divisional Vice President Ken Finlay.
"Something that makes Safeguard unique is the relationships that we develop with our customers--they are very important to us," says Regional Vice President Andrew Khan. "We look forward to getting to know and serve the residents and business people of Ebbets Field. It's a great community and we're proud to be part of it."
Ebbets Field, NY Location:
Safeguard opened the Ebbets Field NY self storage location on August 8, 2008, with more than 100 pre-rentals. This facility has 707 storage units with a variety of unit sizes currently available. The Ebbets Field facility is led by Manager Keisha Richardson and Assistant Manager Gloria Alexander.
For more details, please call (516) 403-8549 or visit our website at safeguardit.com where you can reserve a self storage unit online.
About Safeguard Self Storage:
Safeguard was founded in New Orleans in 1989. As an industry leader, its brand hinges on high-quality, conveniently located facilities that feature innovative design, modern security and plentiful amenities. The company has over 70 self storage facility locations in FL, GA, IL, LA, NJ, NY, PA and VA. Headquartered in Atlanta, Safeguard defines success by meeting the expectations of its investors, customers and colleagues. Safeguard is a privately held company with a financial partnership with Morgan Stanley.
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EZ Screen Celebrates 12 Years of Topsoil Screeners
Argus Industrial Company, a manufacturer of EZ Screen portable dirt screeners, recently marked 12 years in business.
Pontiac, MI (PRWEB) August 18, 2008 -- For well over a decade, EZ Screen portable topsoil screeners have provided affordable alternatives for small and mid-size businesses. Now Argus Industrial Company has reached a new milestone: the manufacturers of the EZ Screen line recently celebrated their 12th anniversary.
"We're pleased to be able to continue offering our customers the same quality and value now as we did 12 years ago," said Al Skoropa, owner of the Argus Industrial Company. "We have expanded the EZ Screen line over the years, so now customers can choose between multiple machines to make sure they get something that meets their needs."
Argus Industrial started 12 years ago with the EZ Screen 1000, a portable topsoil screener that was specifically geared toward the smaller businesses. The line has grown to include six other portable screening products, ranging in size from small job screeners to heavy-duty machines. All of the EZ Screen dirt screeners are considerably more affordable than the other machines on the market.
"We originally designed the EZ Screen 1000 to fill a very specific niche," said Skoropa. "There were plenty of large screeners on the market at the time, ranging from $75,000 to several hundreds of thousands of dollars, but there was nothing to meet the needs of the small landscaper or contractor."
Argus Industrial's topsoil screeners are unique not only because of their affordability, but also because of their patented kinetic drive system. Instead of wasting the kinetic energy produced by the screening process, the EZ Screen machines harness this power and recycle it back into the machine. The result is a highly efficient machine that accomplishes more, and on less horsepower, than the competition.
"EZ Screen topsoil screeners are used in places all around the world," Skoropa said. "They do many different things, from screening sand and dirt for golf courses in the Caribbean, to screening in gold mines in Siberia."
For more information about Argus Industrial Company and their EZ Screen line of screeners and dirt screening plants, please visit their website or call 248-745-5828.
About EZ-Screen and Argus Industrial Company:
After 12 years of making topsoil screeners, Argus Industrial Company's EZ Screen line has become well known for its affordability and efficiency. A variety of models ensures that there is always an EZ Screen that is well suited for the job. In addition, EZ Screen's patented kinetic drive system maximizes the machine's efficiency, doing more with less horsepower. For more information about EZ Screen and the Argus Industrial Company, please visit http://www.ez-screen.com.
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Boxwood Partners Advises on the Sale of NMR and SealTech to Reinforced Plastic Systems, a Portfolio Company of Southfield Capital Advisors
Based in Mobile, Alabama, NMR is a leading manufacturer and innovator of engineered, custom-fabricated composite products including a broad range of flexible reinforced plastic and dual laminate piping and fittings, heavy ducting, and engineered composite panel products used in a variety of industrial applications.
Richmond, VA (PRWEB) August 19, 2008 -- Boxwood Partners, LLC is pleased to announce the strategic sale of Non Metallic Resources, Inc. (NMR) and SealTech, Inc. to Southfield RPS Holdings, Inc., d/b/a Reinforced Plastic Systems (RPS), a portfolio company of Southfield Capital Advisors. Boxwood Partners acted as the exclusive advisor to both NMR and SealTech with respect to the transaction. Terms were not disclosed.
Based in Mobile, Alabama, NMR is a leading manufacturer and innovator of engineered, custom-fabricated composite products including a broad range of flexible reinforced plastic and dual laminate piping and fittings, heavy ducting, and engineered composite panel products used in a variety of industrial applications. SealTech, a distinct company with common ownership with NMR, provides comprehensive field installation, maintenance, and repair services. The companies together provide turnkey, design-to-installation solutions for an international customer base that includes leading corporations in the power generation, chemical processing, pulp and paper, and mining markets, as well as the major engineering, construction services firms that serve these markets.
John Webster, the founder of NMR and SealTech, said "Both NMR and SealTech are great fits with RPS given their innovative products, engineering capabilities, installation and repair services, customer base, and most importantly their people. The NMR/Sealtech team looks forward to working together with RPS and Southfield to capitalize on the many exciting opportunities within the U.S. and internationally." Regarding Boxwood Partners, Webster added, "Boxwood was very knowledgeable, professional, and easy to work with - they really helped us achieve our goals and get this deal done."
About Reinforced Plastic Systems
Founded in 1956, Reinforced Plastic Systems provides custom corrosion-resistant composite products and related design, installation, and maintenance services primarily to the power, pollution control, chemical, pulp and paper, steel, mineral processing, and water/waste treatment industries. The company is headquartered in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia and operates eight facilities throughout the United States and Canada. RPS was acquired by Southfield Capital Advisors in January 2008.
About Southfield Capital Advisors
Southfield Capital Advisors is an operationally driven private investment firm focused on buying and building premier lower middle-market businesses in partnership with management. Founded in 2005, Southfield Capital provides equity for majority recapitalizations and management-led buy-outs of privately owned businesses and divisions of public companies. The firm manages $150 million in capital and seeks investments in companies generating $5-15 million of EBITDA based in North America with compelling business models, exceptional management teams, and attractive growth and profitability trends. Southfield Capital is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, with additional offices in Louisville, Kentucky and Alexandria, Virginia. For more information, visit www.southfieldcapital.com.
About Boxwood Partners
Boxwood Partners, LLC (www.boxwoodpartnersllc.com), together with its affiliate Boxwood Capital Partners, is an integrated mid-market investment banking and private investment management firm based in Richmond, Virginia. Boxwood Partners combines a unique blend of senior-level transaction advisory, business operating experience, and proven process execution skills to give its clients a distinct advantage in the market. The firm's extensive relationships within the global capital and buyer communities (including U.S. and international private equity groups, corporations, hedge funds, and lenders) and other important transaction-related service providers such as consultants, attorneys, and accountants ensure that the firm's clients receive the attention and service they deserve.
Contact: Bobby Morris
Phone: 804.343.3442
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Recycled and Radon Free: Trend Q for Healthy Counters
Trend Q is an engineered agglomerate surface material with up to 72% post consumer recycled content. Manufactured in the USA, it can be installed over any existing surface. Trend Q comes in 49 luscious colors and many different sizes from 12" tiles to custom slabs.
Miami, FL (PRWEB) August 16, 2008 -- Trend Q is the new recycled stone agglomerate material that is scratch, heat, stain, water resistant and radon-free. Inspired by the beauty found in nature the 49 colors are evocative of organic hues ranging from the robin's egg blue, to stalks of wheat and mustard blossoms. Trend Q contains up to 72% post consumer recycled content integrated with glass from recycled beer, gin, and water bottles, copper infused Aventurina and mother of pearl to add sparkle and depth. Trend Q, available from 12" tiles to custom size panels, works on any surface including floors, counter tops, walls, staircases, even furniture. The flexible ¼" thin material makes it a perfect choice for remodeling, as it can be installed over existing surfaces making demolition and waste obsolete. Manufactured in the United States, Trend Q is designed to offer an ecologically conscious product, strong enough for any surface application for both residential and commercial use with the critical characteristics necessary to contribute to LEED certification. For more information about Trend Q please call #1.866.508.7363 or visit www.trendgroup-usa.com
TREND USA offers customized glass mosaic and agglomerates, which combine the tradition of sensual Italian beauty with American innovation. Together with provocative international artists we push the boundaries of technology to design materials and patterns that are vivid, luxurious, modern. We embrace challenges with a passionate commitment to develop solutions. The alchemy of glass, quartzite, granite and gold create alluring surfaces that inspire trends while honoring our Italian heritage.
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Green Building Best Practices 2008 is Almost Over
The fourth and final audio conference session is still open for registration. Don't miss out on this lively discussion by sustainability experts about the legal risks that accompany green building practices.
Bethesda, MD (PRWEB) August 15, 2008 -- The first ever Green Building Best Practices program has met with great success. Hundreds of building industry professionals from around the world have already participated in this educational series sponsored by WPL Publishing. The fourth and final session is expected to be no different.
The final session, on Aug. 20, will focus on legal risks and considerations of green building. WPL Publishing has gathered experienced attorneys and LEED-certified consultants to explain concerns and strategies for navigating the green building world. Highlights of the upcoming conference including present and emerging risks, third-party certification and governing law. A 10 to 15 minute interactive question period at the end of the presentation will allow participants to address specific concerns and questions. Contact information for the presenters will also be provided.
The first session opened the series with a discussion on design considerations. Representatives from CTG Energetics and Forest City Developers explained specific design issues that help maximize a building's performance and LEED points. Presenters emphasized the point that by investing in a building's design and engineering, an owner can save on costs throughout the lifecycle of the building.
Session two covered the construction phase, highlighting tips, techniques and concerns. LEED-Accredited Professionals from Clark Construction Group and Primera Engineers discussed how construction goals are just as important as design goals to achieve maximum building performance and certification. The presenters set up a simple framework for implementing good construction practices.
Building commissioning is the process of ensuring that all of a building's systems are designed, installed and working to fulfill an owner's needs efficiently. In the third session, LEED-APs from CTG Energetics and EMC Engineers explained the new requirement in LEED for New Construction. The presenters discussed how to best implement commissioning in new construction and existing buildings.
It is not too late to register for the last session and order CDs of the entire Green Building Best Practices 2008 series. The CD set comprises recordings and presentation materials for all four sessions, giving you best practices advice at your fingertips when you need it. The flexibility of our registration allows you to pick and choose which elements of the series are right for you. Registration and orders can be placed at www.greenbuildinginsider.com.
Green Building Insider (www.greenbuildinginsider.com) is a publication of WPL Publishing Co. Inc. and focuses on issues and news in the green building industry. In addition WPL Publishing produces two other construction-related newsletters, Construction Project Controls and BIM Report (www.projectcontrols.com) and Construction Claims Advisor (www.constructionclaims.com). Owner and publisher Paul Levin has published, written and contributed to numerous magazines and newsletters including ENR, ABC Today and Constructor. For more information about WPL Publishing and its newsletters, please visit www.projectcontrols.com. Queries may also be sent to editor@wpl.net or 301-983-4367 (fax).
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MasterWoodCarvers Offers Exclusive Range of Stair Parts, Surrounds & Onlays
MasterWoodCarvers.com announces the sale of an exquisite range of Fireplace Mantles, Stair Parts such as Newels and Balusters, Surrounds and Onlays. Custom Carving Service is also offered.
Port Washington, NY (PRWEB) August 15, 2008 -- MasterWoodCarvers.com, a leading online store for hand carved hard wood products presents a unique range of Stair parts, Fireplace mantles, Surrounds and Onlays.
The virtual store designed by Bizatomic provides a wide variety of hand carved wood products including corbels, mantles, capitals, architectural posts, moldings, columns, stair parts such as Newels and Balusters, etc. Master Wood Carvers is an LLC that deals in exquisitely designed hand carved wood products crafted by 4th generation skilled carvers.
According to Mr. Alan Firestone, owner of Master Wood Carvers, "We sell state-of-the-art hand carved wood products made from Maple, Oak and Cherry. We also offer a Custom Carving Service, in which we provide special sizes and special woods such as Alder, Mahogany, Red Oak, Rubberwood, American Maple, American Cherry and White Oak. We have also worked for internationally known clients and our work can be found in many palatial homes around the world. Our classically designed wood products are based on Greek and Roman art-work. Another specialty of our carvers is that they handle both classical as well as contemporary designs with equal expertise. Hence, our hard wood products have both ancient and modern influence".
The company has now unveiled an exclusive range of stair parts such as Newels and Balusters, Classically designed Fireplace Mantles, Surrounds and Onlays. Newels and Balusters are available in two different sizes and two different motifs which can fit into any architectural design. Newels and Balusters are available in Maple, Oak and Cherry.
Carved wood Onlays can be used on fireplace mantles, mirrors, cabinets, picture frame etc. Fireplace Mantles offered by Master Wood Carvers are designed with classical style and have been inspired by old world mantles found in many palaces in Europe. Surrounds, such as corbels, are available in modern as well as Greek and Roman designs at the Master Wood Carvers website.
Mr. Firestone also said, 'All our hard wood products come with a one year guarantee. Fireplace mantles, stair parts (newels and baluster), onlays, surrounds etc. are carved out of kiln dried hard wood so that even the least amount of moisture is not able to deteriorate the wood product. We do not offer banisters along with newels and balusters as they are long in length and can be damaged if shipped. We recommend that the customer buy the banister from a local millwork dealer".
"The beautifully designed newels and balusters, mantles, etc. will definitely give your homes the elegance and glamour of palatial homes. The intricate hand carved newels and balusters can make your entrances grand and fancy. These decorous products are exceedingly functional and useful", quipped, Mr. Alan.
Other products available at MasterWoodCarvers.com are corbels, posts, capitals, moldings, columns, etc. Price range of these hard wood hand carved wood products is reasonable and affordable. In order to avail the custom carving service, simply fill out the 'Contact us' form present at the website.
About MasterWoodCarvers.com
An online store for hand carved wood products and supplies, such as corbels, posts, capitals, columns, balusters, mantles, etc. The virtual store is an extension of Master Wood Carvers, an LLC. Wood products available on the website are hand crafted by 4th generation old skilled carvers with over 40 years of experience in the wood industry. Kiln dried hardwoods, Maple, Oak and Cherry are primarily used for crafting hand carved wood products. Currently over 500 carvers are working for the LLC. Custom designing and custom carving services are also offered.
For more information, contact
Alan Firestone
Master Wood Carvers LLC
Port Washington, NY 11050
Phone: 516 767 7444
http://www.masterwoodcarvers.com
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Grandwood Securities Represents Southern Aggregates in Strategic Sale to Vantacore Partners LP
Grandwood Securities LLC initiated transaction and advised Southern Aggregates LLC, an important aggregate supplier to Baton Rouge and Lafayette, LA, in a strategic sale to VantaCore Partners LP of New York.
New York, NY (PRWEB) August 15, 2008 -- Grandwood Securities LLC ("Grandwood") announces that it advised Southern Aggregates LLC ("Southern"), an important aggregate supplier to Baton Rouge and Lafayette, LA in a strategic sale to VantaCore Partners LP of New York ("VantaCore"). Grandwood initiated the transaction. Marc Dyess, who formed Southern in 2001 in conjunction with other members of Southern, following a 30-year career with Texas Industries, Inc. and Meridian Aggregates Company, will join VantaCore as Southern's General Manager.
"We are very happy about the transaction and we look forward to working together with the VantaCore team," said Marc Dyess. "We are very pleased with the efforts of Grandwood in initiating the transaction and executing the process in conjunction with Southern's other advisors. I feel they consistently worked extremely hard and went the extra step through difficult markets to achieve the best results for Southern and its owners."
We are excited about the acquisition of Southern for several reasons," said Colin Oerton, Chief Executive Officer of VantaCore. "Firstly, Southern has extensive reserves and is an important aggregate supplier to Baton Rouge and Lafayette, two of the largest cities in Louisiana. Second, Marc Dyess, with his extensive aggregate experience and Louisiana market knowledge will add significant depth to the VantaCore team. His strategy of finding, developing and marketing sand and gravel reserves has resulted in strong growth in sales and profits at Southern. Third, this acquisition extends VantaCore's geographic reach from our existing operations in Tennessee while continuing to validate our growth strategy."
$66.9 million in equity and debt financing was provided to partially finance the acquisition, to refinance existing debt at VantaCore and for general working capital purposes. $29.9 million in equity consisting of common units was provided by Kayne Anderson Energy Development Company (NYSE:KED) and Tortoise Capital Resource Corporation (NYSE:TTO). $37.0 million in first and second lien debt financing was provided by Wells Fargo Foothill, part of Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC), and Gladstone Capital Corporation (NASDAQ: GLAD).
About VantaCore Partners LP:
VantaCore is a non-traded, private limited partnership focused on acquiring competitively advantaged aggregate businesses in the domestic U.S. market. Its operations consist of an integrated limestone quarry (with permitted surface reserves in excess of 40 million tons) and dock facility, two asphalt plants and a commercial asphalt lay down business located in Clarksville, Tennessee. VantaCore's interest in retaining local company management, its financial structuring flexibility and seller sensitivity, facilitated the Partnership's ability to make this purchase and management expects that this will enable VantaCore to grow through acquisitions in the future.
About Grandwood Securities LLC:
Grandwood Securities LLC is an independent investment banking firm based in New York City serving the strategic needs of middle market companies. Visit Grandwood at www.grandwoodsecurities.com.
Contact:
Mylan Dawson
Grandwood Securities LLC
212-684-6300 ext 928
www.grandwoodsecurites.com
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Trading Depot Launches Grohe Bathroom Showers and Taps Range
Trading Depot has launched a new brassware and taps section to its on-line web site - initially featuring the Grohe range of luxury taps and showers mixers.
Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire (PRWEB) August 15, 2008 --
Trading Depot has launched a new brassware and taps section to its on-line web site - initially featuring the Grohe range of luxury taps and showers mixers.
The range of Grohe taps is one of the most prestigious ranges available in the UK tap / brassware market and Trading Depot is delighted to have these available as the first range on their trading web site.
Grohe has an extensive range of bathroom taps featuring everything a bathroom needs from basin mixers to some of the most advanced shower systems. The Grohe manufacturing quality is also amongst the best available on the market with all products guaranteed for a period of 5 years for manufacturing related defects.
Trading Depot has initially listed the most popular ranges and products on its buy on-line web site, with a view to having a complete selection available shortly afterwards. The selected ranges and products cover a broad range of styles and suitable for low or high pressure systems.
Mat Miller, General Manager of Trading Depot said "The Grohe range is a beautifully designed range and we are delighted to be promoting it to our new and existing customers. The attention to detail and quality of the product is why we have decided to promote it as our first range of taps on our web site"
The Grohe showers will be complimenting the existing range of Aqualisa showers which have proven to be a very popular product line. Mat added "since we launched in March, Aqualisa showers have been an extremely popular range on our web site. We are now looking forward to the Grohe range being as popular with their unique technology such as Grohe DreamSpray ®, Grohe StarLight ® and Grohe SilkMove ® being valued by our customers"
Mat went on to say "We are looking forward to launching many more new products and ranges over the course of the next 18 months. We have thoroughly enjoyed the first few months of trading and have been very surprised at the level of interest in our existing products. We have backed the product range up with an excellent level of service which will be continued with the Grohe products despatched within 2-3 working days and the majority will be shipped with free delivery."
Commenting further on the product range, Mat said "The addition of the Grohe range to the web site has given it a more balanced feel and means we now have over 10,000 products to buy on-line. This will be further expanded when the new garden maintenance, hand tool and work wear sections are released".
For more information, visit http://www.tradingdepot.co.uk.
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Two Greater Philadelphia Area Businesses Team Up to Take Leadership Role in American Energy Independence
A top Philadelphia area Real Estate Agency and a Green Architect have united in their commitment to empower American homeowners to take action…all while regional and national elected officials and corporate decision makers flush out energy policies and plans.
Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) August 15, 2008 -- FACT 1: According to the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies, American adults spent $226 Billion on 'green' goods per year at the turn of the millennium. Sales of eco friendly products are growing at over 20% a year. The Home Remodeling industry accounts for over $240 Billion annually.
FACT 2: According to the US Department of Energy, over 40% of America's energy consumption and green house gases come from homes and buildings.
CONCLUSION: Every home presents an opportunity to reduce our dependence on overseas oil and help save the environment.
A top Philadelphia area Real Estate Agency and a Green Architect have united in their commitment to empower American homeowners to take action…all while regional and national elected officials and corporate decision makers flush out energy policies and plans.
David L. Bershad, President - RE/MAX Executive Realty, says, "RE/MAX Executive Realty recognizes the importance of energy efficiency for today's and tomorrow's homeowners. Our agents strive to fulfill our obligation to our clients and to the communities by learning as much as possible about GREEN homes. By partnering with GREENandSAVE.com, our agents are now armed with the ability to guide our buyers, sellers, and past clients towards making their properties more efficient. Homeowners can start small and learn about the payback time on light bulbs and programmable thermostats, or contact us to arrange for complete home energy evaluations at a discounted rate from the team of GREENandSAVE consultants. We are proud to take this first step towards the future, and we are excited to start providing these value added services to the public."
Charlie Szoradi, CEO - GREENandSAVE.com, says, "David Bershad's enthusiasm to go GREEN for his whole team of real estate agents has served as a true benchmark. In almost every state across America, we have individual agents in our directory and members of our Registered Agents Program. However, RE/MAX Executive Realty is the first broker in the region and in the country to make the commitment to empower all of their agents to use next generation green home information to save homeowners money and the environment. Now, over 50 agents in the lower and upper Philadelphia Main Line, who collectively connect to thousands of homeowners each year, have the marketing resources and Green Home Performance Guides to change the way that we think about our homes. Philadelphia is the home of American Independence and this benchmark brings us a little bit closer to making our Philadelphia region home to America's new energy independence."
About GREENandSAVE.com:
GREENandSAVE is a pioneer in the green movement. The company's founder Charlie Szoradi wrote his Masters of Architecture thesis in Green Design over 15 years ago at the University of Pennsylvania, and in the spring of 2008, Charlie was selected as the cover story profile of Inventors Digest Magazine. His energy independent home and the GREENandSAVE.com website have been featured in magazines ranging from Solution at Home to Metropolitan Home. Major online resources and the 150 year old institution, the American Institute of Architects, link in to GREENandSAVE.com as a top resource for their site visitors. Clear Channel Radio's Great Green Home Show also picked GREENandSAVE.com as "The BEST user-friendly site for Homeowners."
When it comes to energy and environmental advantages, the information and Return On Investment (ROI) calculations on GREENandSAVE.com are based on comprehensive research over the past four years and a combination of reports from the U.S. Department of Energy, (DOE) the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), ENERGY STAR® for Homes Program, US Green Building Council's LEED for Homes Program, American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), International Energy Conservation Code, PLUS information directly from Foundation and University Studies, Architects, Manufacturer Specifications, Distributors, seasoned Builders and Installers, and Homeowners with actual Performance Feedback. The content is typically based on a single family house with average utility demands for a family of four. The overall content online is intended to serve as a guide to help homeowners make decisions and see the hierarchy of performance and payback.
Each topic page includes the photographs, descriptions, ROI modeling, and a 'TAKE ACTION' section with information on the top rated products, links to Grants, Tax Credits, and Qualified Installers by zip code. Plus, homeowners can review the research and link directly in to the top rated places to make a purchase if they want to get started saving money and the environment.
About RE/MAX Executive Realty - www.ExecutiveRealty.com
RE/MAX Executive Realty has two offices conveniently located in Bryn Mawr and Wayne, serving Philadelphia's Main Line and beyond for 20 years. One stop shopping with Mortgage, Title and Homeowners Insurance allow clients to streamline their real estate transaction with one company.
Whether buying or selling residential real estate, RE/MAX Executive agents have the experience you need to have a successful transaction. As a group, RE/MAX Associates lead agents of competing companies in experience, education and production. They average more than 13 years of real estate experience and, across the network and hold a higher number of professional designations than agents of any single competitor. The average RE/MAX Associate out-produces competing agents three to one.
Carol McMichael, Broker - Owner founded the company in 1989 and continues to lead the company towards better customer service and market share. President David Bershad ensures that RE/MAX Executive is on the cutting edge of real estate trends and technology enabling agents to provide the best service available in the real estate industry.
RE/MAX has a true global presence with the name and balloon logo recognized all over the world and has the most visited real estate company website remax.com. With over 100,000 agents in over 62 countries, you can be sure you home is getting the exposure and marketing it deserves.
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Leopardo Construction Highlights 10 Solutions for Building Smarter, Offsetting Rising Construction Material Prices
In a recent white paper titled "Smart Construction," Leopardo Construction, one of the nation's premier construction companies and a recognized leader in sustainable building practices, highlights 10 economical building solutions for offsetting the skyrocketing material prices and realigning construction budgets with original expectations.
Hoffman Estates, Illinois (PRWEB) August 15, 2008 -- The perfect storm of soaring fuel costs and intensified global demand has caused major volatility and rapid escalations of construction material costs. Despite these obstacles, experienced builders have a variety of solutions for offsetting the escalating material costs and still developing new facilities for growth and expansion. In a recent white paper titled "Smart Construction," Leopardo Construction, one of the nation's premier construction companies and a recognized leader in sustainable building practices, highlights 10 economical building solutions for offsetting the skyrocketing material prices and realigning construction budgets with original expectations.
Since January 2004, the price per gallon of gasoline at the pump has risen 167 percent and diesel fuel has jumped 252 percent. The cost of fuel has a tremendous impact on petroleum-based materials such as plastic, asphalt, rubber, PVC, insulation and roofing shingles. The price of asphalt, for instance, increased 47 percent in the last 12 months. Beyond petroleum byproducts, every single construction material requires manufacturing and transportation - sometimes across thousands of miles - which consume fuel.
According to the Leopardo white paper, while fuel prices may eventually come back down, any signs of material price stabilization are in question for the foreseeable future because of the plummeting value of the U.S. dollar and massive global demand.
The 10 economical construction solutions Leopardo covers in its 16-page white paper include:
1. Avoiding scope creep and building lighter
2. Purchasing materials smarter and in bulk
3. Knowing where the construction dollars are spent
4. Changing the palette of materials
5. Building green and reaping the benefits
6. Integrating more revenue-generating space and features
7. Leveraging the contractor as a development partner
8. Bringing the builder onboard early or exploring the design-build delivery method
9. Fast tracking the project
10. Building smart, energy producing or self-powered projects
As the paper concludes, smart contractors truly understand that the term "saving" goes well beyond dollars and cents. They work hard to counsel clients on price escalations, material demands, supply shortages, alternative methods of construction, lifetime costs, efficiencies and impact on the environment. With a sophisticated builder onboard early, companies will have countless solutions for offsetting the rising material prices. For the complete 16-page paper, including in-depth solutions and examples, please visit http://www.leopardo.com.
Media Contact
Todd Andrlik
Leopardo Construction
847.783.3950 office
630.302.8633 cell
tandrlik @ leopardo.com
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Local Las Vegas Businessman Goes from NASCAR Pit Crew to Internet Tech Frontier
Forward-Thinking Entrepreneur Unveils FindAnyFloor.com
Las Vegas (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- Businessman Damien Patton is the classic American success story. From humble beginnings in L.A., he has risen to the heights of success in business. Throw in tours of duty with the U.S. Navy in Desert Storm and Somalia; working as a top pit crew professional on the NASCAR circuit; and graduating magna cum laude from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a B.S. in Finance despite not finishing high school, and you get the picture.
''I'm a very competitive person,'' said Patton. "I always want to be the best I can be and I pride myself on learning from my mistakes."
A high-energy, Type A individual, Patton likes his challenges thick and fast. It's hardly surprising, then, that at one time he also served as a Crime Scene Investigator while working full time in a management role for a technology company. Once he moved into the entrepreneurial world, Patton created and managed Pacific Imports International (PII), a premier flooring operation in Honolulu, Hawaii. PII started as a distributor and retailer of hardwood and bamboo flooring and expanded its footprint into a contract manufacturer with offices in Las Vegas, Hawaii and China.
After years of hearing flooring customers comment about the lack of consistent and detailed flooring information available on the Internet, he decided to create what the customer thought was missing and FindAnyFloor.com was born.
A man of both charity and compassion, Patton brings these qualities to his work. He also has a concern for the environment that has led him to develop Green.FindAnyFloor.com. Not forgetting industry professionals, Patton also started Pro.FindAnyFloor.com, as he wanted somewhere for retailers, installers and floor cleaners to socialize other than a few times a year at tradeshows. And from the outset, he was determined that all his sites will be Section 508 accessible.
"Section 508 is part of the federal Rehabilitation Act and was put in place so that technology in all government agencies would be accessible to people with disabilities," said Patton. "We want to take a lead role in the private sector and try to spread the idea. Our goal is to get other commercial websites to realize there are millions of people who need a 508 level of access, and follow suit."
As the audience for his sites grow and his ideas gain popularity, Patton constantly looks to the future.
''We have a lot of plans,'' said Patton. "Besides our innovative ideas in covering and serving the flooring industry, we want to expand into green building information - not just green flooring. We want to take the technology and ideas we implement and move into other industries, always with an emphasis on accessibility."
With FindAnyFloor.com and its partner sites, Damien Patton has embraced a new challenge. It is one in which he sees the Internet as a powerful tool for the environment, and a basic right of the millions of people with disabilities.
About FindAnyFloor.com: FindAnyFloor.com is striving to be the world's largest floor covering information site and social community. The site is a free resource for consumers as well as flooring professionals on all subjects related to flooring. The site also provides interactive tools for the flooring do-it-yourselfer and professional alike. FindAnyFloor.com is proud to be working towards becoming Section 508 compliant and a fully accessible site for all visitors.
About Damien Patton: Damien successfully created Pacific Imports International, a large floor covering distributor that he sold in 2007. The company maintained offices in Asia and the United States and became a premier distributor and retailer of bamboo and hardwood flooring. Damien is the Founder and CEO of FindAnyFloor.com, the end result of his vision to have the largest and most accessible floor covering resource and social community on the Web.
Contact:
Damien Patton
Founder and CEO
Ph: 702-242-9663
www.FindAnyFloor.com
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Disaster Mitigation and Jobs Creation Act of 2009: Saving Money, Creating Jobs
Dr. Stephen Blythe, a Family Physician in Florida, although only a candidate for congress at this time, has a simple legislative proposal that will create tens of thousands of jobs, if not more, lessen damages during natural disasters, and save money on insurance at the same time.
Melbourne, FL (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- Dr. Stephen Blythe, a Family Physician in Florida, although only a candidate for congress at this time, has a simple legislative proposal that will create tens of thousands of jobs, if not more, lessen damages during natural disasters, and save money on insurance at the same time.
"It's great when one single government program can address three major national problems" says Dr. Steve Blythe.
Blythe, a Melbourne Family Physician who is running for congress to represent Florida's 15th District on "the Space Coast", understands the strength of hurricanes after witnessing several up close and personal four years ago. "We were lucky" he says, "that we only had 115 miles-per-hour winds. Trees were down, power lines were down, and a lot of minimal to moderate roof damage was suffered, but we weren't wiped out like the Gulf Coast during Katrina." But like much of the country, Blythe's district has now been hit hard by te housing slump and layoffs in the construction industry. The economic slowdown is complicated here by huge increases in homeowner's insurance rates, with many homeowners paying $10,000 per year or more for insurance with $10,000 deductibles.
"The problem of job loss, expensive insurance and natural disasters is affecting many areas of our country," notes Blythe. "When I am elected to congress, the first bill I will introduce will be the Disaster Mitigation and Jobs Creation Act. This bill will establish a low-interest loan program to help homeowners in areas prone to floods, hurricanes, and wildfires harden their homes to these hazards. In coastal areas this will include hardening the roofs and replacing windows with hurricane-resistant windows capable of withstanding winds of 150 MPH." He points out that this will not only put construction workers back to work, it will lower insurance rates and lessen damages the next time a hurricane hits.
Likewise those in flood-prone areas could receive help raising their homes or even relocating their homes, and those in areas prone to wildfires could receive assistance with replacing roofing and siding materials as well as windows with fire-resistant ones. Blythe also notes that most windows are made regionally within the United States.
"Unlike many government projects," notes Blythe, "this one can help many Americans - even taxpayers who end up paying for disaster relief - as well as provide positive effects on the economy by putting hundreds of thousands of Americans back to work!"
Other issues for Dr. Blythe in his campaign include the 47 million Americans who lack health insurance. "I am in favor of a national health program that guarantees that NO American is denied needed care. The disparity in our health care system is looking more like that in a third-world country every day," says Blythe, who has provided medical care in a number of underdeveloped countries. "While we work towards a national health system I have plans to fix some of the blatant problems that make our system unaffordable for so many."
Blythe faces a primary election on August 26th followed by the general election in November.
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Online Land Auction Across Three States Gathers Momentum as Bid Deadline Nears
This is not your ordinary auction. No hotel ballroom or convention center - just the Internet. Nearly 7,000 acres of land in the southeastern United States is being offered in an Online Auction making it easier for buyers to conduct their due diligence and purchase properties.
Newport Beach, CA (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- With about six weeks until the bid deadline, the online auction (www.LFC.com/726R4) of fourteen land parcels, stretched across Mississippi, Alabama and Florida, continues to attract considerable interest from buyers.
The properties totaling more than 7,000 acres comprise of nine parcels located in northern Mississippi; one parcel outside Tuscaloosa, Alabama; and four parcels in Dixie County, Florida.
ALABAMA:
±474 acres in Fayette County
FLORIDA
±480 acres, ±1609 acres, ±1662 acres, ±3364 acres in Dixie County
MISSISSIPPI:
±43 acres, ±80 acres, and ±480 acres in Pontotoc County
±103 acres and ±151 acres in Benton County
±140 acres and ±154 acres in Lafayette County
±588 in Marshall County
±78 in Yalobusha County
Many of the properties once served as tree farms and still retain harvestable timber and timberland investment, while others offer development opportunities, or recreational use such as hunting.
It is important to note that the ±80 acres parcel located Pontotoc County is just a few miles from the proposed Toyota plant in Blue Springs, Miss. where the first U.S.-made Prius' will be manufactured.
"We have received a significant amount of interest in the properties on a local, regional and even international level. It's mostly due to the online nature of the auction," states Bill Lange, president of the LFC Group of Companies. "With property information, prelims, maps, and photos available to anyone with Internet access, the ability for a buyer to participate without even having to leave their computer makes it a viable and attractive way to purchase land."
The bid deadline is September 25, 2008. Prospective buyers are able to review important property and auction information, including documents, disclosures, images and maps, by visiting http://www.LFC.com/726R4.
LFC Group of Companies For more than 30 years, the LFC Group of Companies have served numerous Fortune 500 companies, real estate developers, investors, financial institutions and government agencies by auction marketing thousands of commercial, industrial, land and residential properties with an aggregate value well in excess of $5 billion. www.LFC.com (Commercial) www.FRE.com (Residential)
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Menemsha Construction Solutions Announces New Team Member
Menemsha Construction Solutions is proud to announce and welcome Joshua Cool as its new Vice President of Architectural Services.
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- Menemsha Construction Solutions is proud to announce and welcome Joshua Cool as its new Vice President of Architectural Services.
Mr. Cool will be responsible for developing and growing Menemsha's Architectural Services division. Mr. Cool brings over 12 years of experience in the retail design industry. He comes to Menemsha from Little Diversified Architectural Consulting, where he served as Studio Principal for Retail Store Design for four years. While at Little, Mr. Cool was responsible for studio management and implementation of design concepts for some of the world's largest brands in the restaurant, fashion and specialty retail industries.
Mr. Cool holds a Bachelor of Arts and Architecture from Montana State University. He brings a unique focus of integrating branding philosophies with complete project facilitation and management. "We are pleased to have Mr. Cool on board", says Mr. John Daigle, CEO of Menemsha. "Mr. Cool's process of beginning a project by identifying the emotional brand goals of the retailer and applying those goals through the roll out of the project fits nicely with Menemsha's philosophy."
Mr. Cool will be responsible for a team of 15, who cover all 50 states and will provide the leadership and tools necessary to support Menemsha's current clients while growing the Menemsha brand.
About Menemsha:
Menemsha Development Group, Inc. is a national management and development construction company. Menemsha specializes in providing complete retail solutions from architectural branding and design through project construction. Menemsha provides services on a regional and national level to Fortune 500 companies in the Banking & Financial Institution, Specialty Retail, Big Box and Food Service arenas. Menemsha's corporate office is located in Los Angeles, CA and they have a regional office located in Boston, MA.
Menemsha has serviced industry leaders such as Nike, Starbucks Coffee Company, The Home Depot, Limited Brands, Pinkberry, Victoria's Secret, Wachovia, and lululemon and many more since its inception in 1992. Visit www.menemshasolutions.com
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DuPont Offers Secure and Reliable Shipping Solution for Global Customers
DuPont™ Tyvek® envelopes chosen by India Post for Speed Post and Insured Post.
New Delhi, India (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 14, 2008 -- DuPont today announced its latest partnership to develop customized solutions for shipping and posting consumer and business packages. The company is working with India Post to create protective envelopes for its Speed Post and Insured Post services -- the first such offerings in India.
Made of DuPont™ Tyvek® brand protective material, a nonwoven innovation from DuPont, the envelopes provide security and protection for their contents. Tyvek® has unique qualities including resistance to water, tears and abrasion, soft and smooth textures for printability, light weight and customized tamper-evident features.
DuPont™ Tyvek® envelopes are used around the world by shipping companies and postal authorities, including the U.S. Postal Service and French La Post, among others. The lighter weight of Tyvek®, as compared to paper products, helps lower operating costs by keeping mail volumes below weight thresholds and by assuring that mail arrives securely, wherever the destination.
"Every day DuPont™ Tyvek® envelopes help millions of consumers and businesses, organizations and institutions by delivering high quality and reliable performance," said Barry M. Granger, vice president and general manager -- DuPont Nonwovens. "DuPont has used its innovative science to create solutions for India Post with the lightweight strength and durability Tyvek® envelopes can deliver."
"With the introduction of the new DuPont™ Tyvek® speed post envelopes, customers will find it convenient to send documents and letters through Speed Post. We expect this to enhance growth for our Speed Post business, which currently deals with 1.7 crore (10.7 million) consignments per month and grew by about 30 percent last year," said John Samuel, general manager - business development, India Post.
The customized DuPont™ Tyvek® envelopes will improve the protection and reliability offered by Speed Post and Insured Post services of India Post to its users. The envelopes initially will be sold at the post offices and then as customized Tyvek® envelopes for corporate customers. They will be available at 290 Speed Post Centres in India's national network and across more than 1,000 Speed Post Centres in the state network. The Speed Post service, launched more than 20 years ago by India Post, is a leader in its segment with business customers -- a key market.
Tyvek® properties make it ideal for use across diverse markets and industries, including protective garments, envelopes, tags and labels, indoor and outdoor signs and banners, sterile medical and industrial packaging as well as bags, maps and car covers. Additional Tyvek® applications include construction products such as Tyvek® HomeWrap®, which increases comfort and reduces energy costs by sealing a home's envelope; ThermaWrap™, which improves the reflection of radiant energy in wall systems; and Tyvek® AtticWrap™, which is the first breathable roofing membrane to create an airtight envelope.
DuPont is a science company. Founded in 1802, DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more than 70 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative products and services for markets including agriculture, nutrition, electronics, communications, safety and protection, home and construction, transportation and apparel.
The DuPont Oval Logo, DuPont™, The miracles of science™ and Tyvek® are registered trademarks or trademarks of DuPont or its affiliates.
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Gazebo Accents Introduces New Gazebo Rail Designs
Gazebo Accents hits a home-run with a new collection of gazebo rail designs. These unique styles are sure to impress and inspire the pre-made wood gazebo industry.
Moreno Valley, CA (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- In their quest to distance themselves from the rest of the pack, and with the ability to design and manufacture one of a kind pre-made gazebos.Gazebo Accents, the west coast leading retailer of wood, and vinyl gazebos, has once again expanded their already popular wood gazebo line with wonderful new rail designs. You can choose from an oriental style to a modern contemporary and anywhere in between. All gazebos are built in kit form for easy installation.
"To come up with something unique and different is a welcomed challenge," said Jim Pena, owner and lead designer of Gazebo Accents, who has 25 years in the pre-made wood gazebo business. "Homeowners are not limited to one or two options, but have many choices in creating their own unique gazebo, without costing them an arm and leg."
History of Gazebos:
Gazebos belong to a variety of garden structures with similar functions that include pavilions, kiosks, belvederes, follies, alambras, pergolas and more. As the etymologies of those names suggest, such structures are quite popular in warm and sunny climates.
Through most of American history, gazebos continued as a garden feature reserved for the well to-do. George Washington had a small-eight sided garden structure at Mount Vernon. Thomas Jefferson wrote about gazebos -- then usually called summerhouses or pavilions. He planned to build at least three in different styles at his home, Monticello, but only got around to building one.
Types of Gazebos:
Trying to decide what gazebo is best for you can be an overwhelming task. There is aluminum, rod iron, redwood, cedar, pine, vinyl, bamboo, and various hardwoods available. If cost is your main concern, then the metal with canvas roof kind are normally the cheapest, but may not hold up to well in a strong wind. Wood and vinyl will take the elements the best, but can be quite expensive. Rather than hiring a contractor to build from scratch, a pre-made gazebo kit is a great investment, and will cost much less in comparison to a contractor built structure.
To find out more information about our gazebo designs and options, visit us at GazeboAccents.com where you will find our current prices and job photos. You can also read customer testimonials, and request a current price guide. You may call us at (951) 255-0795 an expert will help you with any questions you may have.
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Metal Finishing Leader MetoKote Opens Eighth Facility in Mexico
MetoKote Corporation, the industry leader in metal finishing processes, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest facility in San Luis Potosí, SLP, Mexico.
Lima, OH (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- MetoKote Corporation, the industry leader in metal finishing processes, including electrocoat (e-coat), powder coat and liquid paint, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest facility in San Luis Potosí, SLP, Mexico. This is the eighth facility in Mexico for MetoKote which has a total of 38 facilities across North America, South America and Europe.
MetoKote strategically located this facility in the San Luis Potosí area because of the rapid growth in this region and the strong demand for coatings. This central region of Mexico, referred to as Bajio and Altiplano areas, is within a two hour radius of industrial cities such as Queretaro, Aguascalientes Irapuato, Leon and Silao.
This plant currently operates one high production electrocoat monorail line with a part envelope of 36" x 48" x 72". The line is designed to coat small to medium sized parts with a turnaround time of 24 hours or less. This facility also offers light assembly, special packaging for automotive spare parts, labeling, and inventory tracking of customer parts. When at full capacity, the company will employ approximately 50 employees. The plant has adequate room for growth with future plans to add powder coat and liquid paint lines.
MetoKote Corporation, headquartered in Lima, Ohio, services over 1,500 customers throughout the United States and the world. MetoKote provides environmentally sound and cost-effective coating solutions to a wide variety of industries such as agriculture, appliance, automotive, computer, construction equipment, electrical, furniture, industrial equipment, recreational, and truck and bus.
Meeting the demands of such a diverse group of industries requires an equally diverse range of custom coating services and technologies. MetoKote offers a full range of high technology custom coating services, including electrocoating (e-coat), powder coating, liquid paint and other custom coatings. MetoKote is constantly researching and developing new protective coating applications to meet your needs.
The MetoKote "Continuous Customer Focus" is their commitment to customers. It is the ability to direct a custom coating project from the initial opportunity stage throughout the entire project cycle. Their start-to-finish capability allows complete project management of protective coating applications including: evaluation, design conception, solution recommendation, implementation, quality production and process management. Their dedication to continuous improvement in protective coating applications results in additional customer benefits and opportunities, providing expertise and leadership to meet your needs.
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The Adverse Effects of Housing: Asheville Architectural Firm Works Towards a Solution
Several recent studies have shown that the houses we live in negatively affect our health and the environment. Carlton Architecture, of Asheville North Carolina, is one firm that is working towards a solution to those problems with sustainable housing.
Asheville, NC (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- Recent studies are showing that the houses we live in negatively affect our health, our environment, and our children's future. It is architects who adopt green building practices, who are beginning to lead us towards a greener, healthier future.
One such architectural firm is Carlton Architecture, who states on their website, "As architects, we are in a unique position to shape how the buildings we design will perform."
When you begin to look at the data that surrounds housing and our health, it becomes quite apparent how important firms like Carlton will be to our future.
According to the US Energy Information Administration, buildings are responsible for more that 50% of greenhouse gas emissions, and consume more than 75% of the power that is generated in the US.
When built using more traditional designs (and materials) a home is also more likely to cause health problems. In highly populated areas asthma, for example, is a growing problem. Between 1980 and 1994, cases of the respiratory illness increased by 75%.
In the past this increase was linked to automobiles and overall air quality. Although those are both contributing factors, the APHA is also beginning to see a direct correlation between building density and problems such as asthma and allergies. More buildings mean more pollution, and as the problem grows so do the cases of asthma.
There is also a link between the materials used to build a home and other health problems. Respiratory illnesses, allergies, and a few other issues have been linked to the homes that we live in.
The adverse effects of our homes do not stop there. There are economic effects brought on by housing as well. A recent study in Buffalo, New York showed that housing actually contributed to poverty. Poorer residents, who were unable to keep up with the large utility bills of their traditional houses, often went without heat and power. That same study led to an initiative to turn low cost housing into green buildings, thus reducing poverty in the area.
Another study, published in the International Advances in Economic Research Journal, showed that the price of a house was also affected by the quality of the air in the community. As building density increases in an area, so does pollution and particulate emissions. This leads to a drop in the actual property values in an area.
When you look at firms like Carlton Architecture, the solution to these problems becomes quite clear. With innovative approaches that use natural building materials, and include green measures like passive sustainability and energy conservation, Carlton is becoming a leader in the green housing initiative.
With all of the recent data, it becomes quite apparent that it is firms like Carlton that will lead us into the future. Designing houses that blend with the environment instead of ruining it, and homes that are healthier for those who live in them is an important first step towards a sustainable future.
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Digital Signature Software Facilitates Engineering, Production, and Logistics at Mailhot Industries
Mailhot Industries advances workflow processes by implementing Cosign® digital signature software from ARX (Algorithmic Research).
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- CoSign digital signature software is implemented at Mailhot Industries (Quebec, Canada). With assistance from the leading digital signature company, ARX (Algorithmic Research), the international manufacturer of hydraulic cylinders has expedited processes and secured their workflow.
Engineering design approvals, QA forms, expense reports, and additional business processes require signatures as a part of Mailhot's internal procedures. Prior to Mailhot's implementation of CoSign, the documents were each printed, manually routed for signature purposes, and archived. With the generation of thousands of documents each month, the workflow had become extremely cumbersome, demanding a significant amount of attention simply for support. To remedy the situation, Mailhot decided to utilize CoSign, which offers a Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)-based solution that allowed for the creation of a secure paperless workflow and the integration of their engineering seals.
"CoSign provided us with a standard-based digital signature solution for streamlining our workflow, which also guaranteed that external entities will have no problem reading and validating our files," explained Rejean Belanger, IT Manager at Mailhot Industries. Rejean added, "CoSign's strong security provisions and its tight integration with Mailhot's network were major factors in our decision".
Mailhot's implementation of the CoSign digital signature software has allowed them to turn multiple day processes into procedures that can be completed in just a few hours. CoSign is also saving the company hundreds of dollars each month in paper-related costs. Expense reports and design approvals are now routed electronically and signed digitally, allowing documentation to be reviewed and authorized as quickly as it is prepared.
"Mailhot Industries' use of CoSign highlights the ease with which the CoSign digital signature software can assist an organization that produces thousands of paper documents a month, improve its operational efficiencies, and substantially cut its paper-related costs," said Ari Seror, Director of Professional Services, ARX.
About Mailhot Industries
Mailhot Industries manufactures telescopic and industrial cylinders that have won an international reputation. A 100,000 sq. ft. plant, as well as four strategically located manufacturing and distribution facilities, allows Mailhot to build and maintain close working relationships with each of its customers. Mailhot Industries' mission is to explore new technologies and adapt them to their customers' needs. For more information, please visit http://www.mailhotindustries.com/.
About CoSign Digital Signatures
CoSign® is ARX's digital signature solution that allows users to digitally sign multiple document types, records, files, forms, and electronic transactions from their desktop or via a zero-footprint technology using any Web browser. By using standard digital signature technology, CoSign produces a portable signature record for every signature it captures. The portable signature format - CoSign®PSF™ enables partners, customers, and prospects to retain and verify the proof of identity, intent, and transaction integrity over the life of the record without any proprietary software. CoSign signatures are being used by hundreds of thousands of users in Enterprise, B2B and B2C processes, to learn why please see our white papers and product details at www.arx.com/products/cosign_moreinfo.php.
About The Digital Signature Company - ARX (Algorithmic Research)
ARX is a global provider of digital signature solutions for the life sciences, healthcare, government, engineering, and manufacturing organizations. ARX has over 20 years of experience assisting life sciences, healthcare, governmental, engineering, and manufacturing businesses cost effectively to secure, streamline, and scale their business processes and transactions. The company specializes in enabling organizations of any size to scale digital signature and security solutions at the lowest TCO while retaining proper control mechanisms that are required by legislation, regulation and industry best practice. For more information, please visit www.arx.com.
CoSign is a registered trademark and CoSign PSF is a trademark of Algorithmic Research, Ltd. All other trade names and trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
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HBH Gas Systems Contributes to Natural Gas Pipeline and Central Gas System Discussions in Pahrump, Nevada
A Las Vegas-based environmental engineering firm is currently consulting Nye County and Pahrump to determine the feasibility of bringing a natural gas pipeline into the valley. Harris Baker, the president of HBH Gas Systems and a recognized expert on the many positive implications of gas fuel, participated in panel discussions with engineers, consultants and interested stakeholders about the benefits of bringing gas to the area. HBH Gas Systems could be called upon to implement a Central Gas System to deliver propane gas to the homes and businesses of Pahrump so that new homes and businesses could be built with eco-friendly, cost-effective gas fuel. The propane system could exist until natural gas expanded to the point that the system’s infrastructure, and the homes and businesses connected to it, could be converted to use natural gas.
Austin, TX (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 14, 2008 -- At the beginning of August, developers, contractors and real estate professionals of Pahrump, Nevada gathered to discuss the benefits of bringing gas fuel to their city. A Las Vegas-based environmental engineering firm is currently consulting Nye County and Pahrump to determine the feasibility of bringing a natural gas pipeline into the valley. The primary function of the pipeline could be to serve a gas-fired electric generating plant, but it would benefit many other residents and businesses in the area. Harris Baker, the president of HBH Gas Systems and a recognized expert on the many positive implications of gas fuel, participated in panel discussions with engineers, consultants and interested stakeholders about the benefits of bringing gas to the area.
Mr. Baker has extensive experience in bringing Central Gas Systems, also called community gas systems or Central Propane Systems, to communities around the world that would otherwise be built all-electric. HBH Gas Systems is a leader in the design and implementation of these systems, which are becoming widely known as the industry standard for bringing underground piped, individually metered gas fuel to entire off-grid developments, residential communities and resorts. Central Gas Systems from HBH Gas Systems deliver propane - a clean-burning, approved alternative 'green' energy – through underground pipes from a central facility, eliminating unsightly individual tanks. The gas is delivered, serviced, consumed, and billed in a manner identical to natural gas.
HBH Gas Systems could be called upon to implement a Central Gas System to deliver propane gas to the homes and businesses of Pahrump so that new homes and businesses could be built with eco-friendly, cost-effective gas fuel. The propane system could exist until natural gas expanded to the point that the system’s infrastructure, and the homes and businesses connected to it, could be converted to use natural gas.
The developments that implement Central Gas Systems from HBH Gas Systems are often located in close proximity to other communities that have been built all-electric. "There are huge marketing advantages in being able to offer underground metered gas and dual-fuels where other communities can't," Baker said at the Pahrump meeting. Builders and Developers in communities that implement Central Gas Systems from HBH Gas Systems reap the benefits of these marketing advantages by offering dual-fuels.
Central Gas Systems from HBH Gas Systems lower the carbon emissions of off-grid developments by effectively reducing the amount of fossil fuel-generated electricity they use. A single home using propane from a Central Gas System in lieu of coal-fired electricity for space and water heating can potentially offset up to 8.5 tons of carbon emissions per year – more than the annual emissions of an average vehicle. Moreover, these systems provide enormous social benefits for homeowners and business owners alike, allowing for the implementation of high-efficiency gas-powered appliances and upgrades like outdoor kitchens, tankless water heaters, and gas lanterns.
While the feasibility of bringing a natural gas pipeline to Pahrump is uncertain, HBH Gas Systems is confident that the builders, developers, and residents of the Pahrump area would benefit enormously from the introduction of dual-fuels into new homes, businesses and community facilities.
HBH Gas Systems has developed, designed, and installed Central Gas Systems in residential communities, commercial developments and entire resorts throughout the US. HBH Gas Systems is committed to facilitating sustainable development worldwide by bringing gas to regions where it was previously unavailable. HBH Gas Systems is the largest independent provider of Central Gas Systems in the world. For more information about HBH Gas Systems, visit hbhsystems.com or contact Harris Baker at (512) 306-0073.
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LifeStyle Builders & Developers Unveils New Model Home Fresh & Exciting Design Stands Out from the Competition in Harpers Mill
LifeStyle Builders & Developers, Inc., a Richmond-based homebuilder, proudly announces the grand opening of their new Chaucer model home in Harpers Mill, a sought-after new home community in Chesterfield County from the mid $300's. The Chaucer blends old world features reminescent of the American Arts and Crafts era with the modern conveniences considered desirable in a new home today.
Richmond, VA (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- LifeStyle Builders and Developers, Inc., a Richmond based homebuilder, proudly announces the grand opening of their new Chaucer model home in Harpers Mill, a sought-after new home community in Chesterfield County from the mid $300's.
The Chaucer's open and inviting floor plan is comfortable for intimate evenings with the family as well as entertaining friends and neighbors. Outside, a subtle mix of textures and materials coordinate to create the pleasing Craftsman architecture sought-after by today's homebuyers. And unlike many builders today, LifeStyle Builders has carried the Craftsman details inside as well, with such features as stained oak wainscoting in the foyer, a custom stair post design, a unique and elegant beamed ceiling in the dining room, and stained glass windows above built-in bookshelves in the family room. Mixed with the old world features reminiscent of the American Arts and Crafts era are the modern conveniences considered desirable in a new home, including a built-in "drop zone" as you enter the home from the garage, a gourmet kitchen, and luxurious owner's suite with zen-like spa bathroom.
"We are very proud of our new model home," said Lloyd Poe, owner of LifeStyle Builders and Developers. "We know that Craftsman architecture, with its clean lines and attention to detail, is very popular with homebuyers. Our design team took it one step further by bringing those sought-after Craftsman details inside the home as well. In our model you will find dozens of beautiful craftsman-style features admired in older historic homes blended effortlessly with the modern conveniences of today."
The Chaucer model home offers more than 3,300 square feet with 5 bedrooms and 3½ baths. The first floor's living space includes a formal living and dining room with butler's pantry for entertaining, a gourmet kitchen that is open to the family room with stacked stone fireplace and cedar mantle, and a vaulted sunroom with 3 walls of glass. An inviting screened-in porch and separate patio designed of stamped concrete extend the family's living space outdoors. A finished third floor, decorated as a teenager's retreat, features a rec room, loft office space, and a 5th bedroom with full bath.
LifeStyle Builders and Developers, Inc. is currently offering seven exciting floor plans in Harpers Mill, with prices starting at $367,990. These homes range from 2575 to over 3550 square feet, feature 3 to 5 bedrooms, expandable living areas, basements, and some first floor owner suite plans. Once a buyer has selected their preferred floor plan and homesite, the next step is a trip to LifeStyle's 2600 square foot Design Studio, where a professional Design Consultant will guide the homebuyer through the personalization process as they choose from hundreds of interior and exterior selections to create the home of their dreams. State-of-the-art displays and vignettes feature the latest design trends in cabinetry, flooring, lighting, faucets and finishes.
Harpers Mill is a new community in Chesterfield County, and is planned with a host of resort-style amenities such as an amphitheater, clubhouse, pools, tennis courts, soccer fields, and even on-site retail space. The new Winterpock elementary school, which opened in March 2008, is located within Harpers Mill. Children will attend other excellent Chesterfield County schools including Bailey Bridge Middle and Cosby High.
Model hours are Wednesday through Saturday 11:00am to 6:00pm, and Sunday 1:00pm to 6:00pm. Directions are: From Route 288, exit onto Route 360/Hull Street Road West towards Amelia, travel approximately 5 miles, turn left onto Otterdale Road, travel approximately ½ mile into Harpers Mill, turn right on Longlands Road. The LifeStyle Builders' model is the second house on the left. For more information or to set up an appointment, please call Sales Consultant, Nancy Lassiter at (804) 639-6276 or (804) 814-0435.
A Richmond-based and locally-owned company since 1990, LifeStyle Builders and Developers offers an extensive portfolio of award-winning homes with distinctive elevations and innovative designs. LifeStyle Builders is currently building in 10 neighborhoods throughout the Richmond area. For more information about LifeStyle Builders, please visit www.lifestylebuilders.com or call (804) 639-9440.
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Econoburn Gasification Boilers Manufacturer Building Dealer Network
Seventeen new dealers have recently joined the expanding network of sales and installation representatives for the Econoburn™ line of wood gasification boilers.
Dunkirk, NY (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- Seventeen new dealers have recently joined the expanding network of sales and installation representatives for the Econoburn™ line of wood gasification boilers.
"Our dealership and distribution network continues to rapidly expand," said Alternative Fuel Boilers LLC president William Raines. "That's a testament to the quality of the product we produce and the level of customer service we provide. The Econoburn is quickly becoming one of the most well recognized and highly demanded, made in America wood gasification boilers."
Econoburn units range in size from 100,000 to 1 million BTUs for use as either a primary heat source or to supplement one that already exists. The boilers are adaptable to both hot water and forced air heating systems, and the company offers accessory products for swimming pools and hot tubs along with heat exchanger fans for industrial buildings.
Because of the gasification technology, Econoburn boilers perform with emissions below EPA standards.
New dealers the company announced cover territories in 7 states. They include:
-- Connecticut - The Griffith Company, Bridgeport (203-333-5557)
-- Maine - E.C. Knight Homes, Presque Isle (207-764-4824)
-- Massachusetts - Plumbers Specialties, Inc., Webster (508-943-6000)
-- New Hampshire - George Stevens Company, Laconia (603-528-4783); and Lamphere Construction, Chester (603-887-4688)
-- New York - AquaSource Group / HeatSmart, Honeoye (585-229-2500); Consolidated Plumbing Supply, Mount Vernon (914-668-3124); Excelsior Alternative Fuels, Amenia (845-373-4234); Hulbert Brothers, Plattsburgh (518-561-5400); and Meadowbrook Builders, Briarcliff Manor (914-941-2621)
-- Pennsylvania - Mahoning Outdoor Furnaces, Mt. Pleasant Mills (717-363-3271); Parsons Inc., Hookstown (724-899-2933); Hillside Energy Solutions, Cochranton (814-720-2720); and Gary & Sons Inc., Falls Creek (814-371-4885)
-- Vermont - Jim Crawford, Whiting (802-683-0921); Watson Research, Fairfax (802-849-6164); and Willey's Plumbing & Heating, Lowell (802-744-5483)
Information about Econoburn boilers is available by calling the dealers directly or on the manufacturer's website, www.alternativefuelboilers.com.
The company offers pre-purchase consultations for customers on appropriate boiler sizing, systems integration, accessory applications and any other specialized design criteria. Alternative Fuels' toll-free telephone number, 866-818-5162, is available to customers seeking detailed product information.
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It's Not to Late to Enjoy the Remaining Summer Days in the Comfort of an Outdoor Gazebo from Leisure Woods
As summer speeds by, it is important to enjoy the remaining lazy, hazy days this season brings. Although the weeks left of summer are dwindling, there is still plenty of time to enjoy them from the comfort of a new outdoor gazebo from Leisure Woods.
Genoa, IL (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- With summer on the downswing, it is important to relish every warm, sunny day. For many homeowners, the backyard is an outdoor haven where they like to spend many hours relaxing, entertaining and spending time with family and friends. A great way to enjoy the remaining days of summer is with a new outdoor gazebo constructed with ease from a gazebo kit from Leisure Woods.
"Gazebo kits are a fast and easy way to get a practical, yet beautiful addition to your outdoor living space," comments Charles Scordato from Leisure Woods. "Our gazebo kits are designed to make setting up and building your outdoor gazebo easy and efficient. They are easy to assemble and extremely cost effective when compared to a custom design."
Renovating the outdoor living space has become a huge trend in the last few years. Outdoor gazebos are a welcome addition because they add beauty and provide respite from the elements and bugs.
"Gazebo kits are very popular because they make it easy by providing all the required materials for building the gazebo," Scordato continues. "We use top quality materials and they come equipped with pre-cut and some pre-assembled pieces."
"We ordered a gazebo kit from Leisure-Woods late last summer and within a few hours and a little hard work, we were having a drink from our new gazebo," comments Marni Smyth from Des Moines, Iowa. "We went with a three season gazebo with the window/screen package so that we were also able to enjoy it throughout the fall."
Any homeowner interested in enjoying the remaining days of summer from the comfort of an outdoor gazebo is encouraged to contact Leisure Woods to view their large assortment of cedar gazebo kits.
About Leisure Woods
Leisure Woods, Inc., a family owned business, is a premier manufacturer of cedar gazebo kits. Leisure Woods Inc. has a variety of pre-engineered gazebos designed to compliment both the residential and commercial environments. They currently manufacture two gazebo series, the Lake Wood Gazebo and the Cedar Cove Gazebo and also offer select styles from each of these series in vinyl and treated.
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Mahoney Sabol Founding Partner Earns Certified in Financial Forensics Credential
Michael Sabol earns CFF credential, positioning him as a premier forensic accounting services provider.
Glastonbury, CT (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- Mahoney Sabol & Company, LLP is proud to announce that Founding Partner Michael Sabol has been awarded the prestigious Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF) credential by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
The CFF is a newly created specialty credential in forensic accounting that recognizes forensic accounting expertise combined with the core knowledge and skills that make CPAs among the most trusted business advisers. Essentially, it positions the credential holder as a premier forensic accounting services provider.
"The creation of this new credential reflects the increasing importance of forensic accounting skills in today's world," said Michael Sabol, Founding Partner. "Corporate directors, investors and regulators are all demanding greater vigilance in the compilation of financial statements and forensic experts play an important role in that process."
The CFF encompasses fundamental and specialized forensic accounting skills that CPAs apply in a variety of service areas, including: bankruptcy and insolvency; computer forensics; economic damages; family law; fraud investigations; litigation support; stakeholder disputes and valuations.
Forensic accounting consists of two major components: litigation services and investigative services that make use of the CPA's skills that may or may not lead to courtroom testimony.
About Mahoney Sabol & Company, LLP:
Mahoney Sabol & Company, LLP is a regional professional services firm founded in 1990 offering a full complement of business advisory services, including comprehensive accounting, audit, tax, business valuation, and consulting services, as well as overall financial management services. With offices in Glastonbury, Essex, Middletown, and Somers, Mahoney Sabol is central Connecticut's premier professional services organization serving public and privately owned businesses, not-for-profit organizations and individuals.
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Latest Headlines Prove Abundant Infrastructure Investment Opportunities in Vietnam
The latest headlines on Vietnam's road and rail infrastructure points in one direction: Growth in Vietnam's Transport sector is inevitable and Viet Traffic 2008, Vietnam's premier international traffic and land transport conference & exhibition to be held from the 15th to the 17th of October, will prove invaluable for organisations to secure a piece of that growth pie.
Hanoi, Vietnam (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- The latest headlines on Vietnam's road and rail infrastructure points in one direction: Growth in Vietnam's Transport sector is inevitable and Viet Traffic 2008, Vietnam's premier international traffic and land transport conference & exhibition to be held from the 15th to the 17th of October, will prove invaluable for organisations to secure a piece of that growth pie.
Latest news from Chicago business (28 July 2008) state that, "The attraction of Vietnam is obvious. Aside from abundant cheap labor, there is the rapidly improving infrastructure --- roads, rails and harbors --- necessary for moving product in, out and around the country. There also are the two decades of "Doi Moi" (New Changes) reforms, which have given Vietnam one of the world's most open economies." The Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) is actively coordinating with relevant agencies in building a mechanism for public-private partnership (PPP), an effective model to develop infrastructure (Source: VietNamNet Bridge, 5 July 2008). Vietnam's State Treasury plans to raise 1 trillion dong ($60.63 million) at a government bond auction. The proceeds will go to funding major infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges and ports (Source: Thomson Reuters, 2 August 2008). France will set aside €22.8 million (US$35.63 million) to help Vietnam develop rural infrastructure in northern Lao Cai Province (Source: Thanh Nien News, 3 August 2008). President Nguyen Minh Triet had asked for Japan's cooperation in building a high-speed rail link to connect the northern and southern parts of the country as well as highways (Source: Kyodo News Service, Tokyo, 25 Jul 2008).
Viet Traffic 2008 is the direct result of this major demand for transport infrastructure and is set to be a timely platform for land transport industry professionals. Delegates to the Viet Traffic conference can expect to learn more about local and international case studies in urban transport planning and sustainability, technology advancements, transport financing and investments, intelligent transport systems, road safety, as well as gain critical insights into Vietnam's road and rail development plans, its opportunities, and challenges.
The Viet Traffic conference is supplemented by an exhibition which features solutions and technologies for railway infrastructure, highway construction and management, roadside accessories and public utilities, ITS for traffic management and safety, parking facilities and systems & management. In addition, visitors to Viet Traffic can meet face-to-face, international companies offering a multitude of relevant land transport products and services available for the Vietnam market.
Other activities held at Viet Traffic 2008 include an exclusive Roundtable Exchange and a networking evening for specially invited buyers to meet exhibiting companies and government personnel, and a technical site visit to two highway and bridge projects, one is currently underway in Vietnam's Ninh Binh province, about 91km (1.5 hrs) south-east of Hanoi and the other links districts in Hanoi's south and west with highways 1, 5, 6 and 18 and the Noi Bai junction.
To date Viet Traffic 2008 has received support from Vietnam's Ministry of Transport, Ministry of Planning and Investment, Ministry of Industry and Trade, Vietnam Railway Administration, Vietnam's Association of Foreign Invested Enterprises (VAFIE) and the Vietnam Association of Construction Contractors (VACC). The International Road Federation (IRF), Vietnam Bridge and Road Association (VIBRA) and the Institution of Railway Signal Engineers (IRSE) have also lent their endorsement to the event. The event organiser, IIR Exhibitions expects more industry support towards the buildup of the event with market leaders signing up as delegates, visitors and exhibitors.
For more information and updates, visit http:// www.viettraffic.com
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Greenblock ICF Walls Make Rafiki Foundation Headquarters Safe, Sound and Sustainable
Eustis Florida campus mirrors Rafiki African villages.
Stuart, FL (PRWEB) August 14, 2008 -- Earlier this year, Greenblock Worldwide Corp. announced that it had been awarded the insulated concrete form (ICF) product and installation contract for the new home offices of The Rafiki Foundation, Inc. (rafiki-foundation.org). The 57-acre Rafiki campus features 13 buildings constructed with more than 25,000 square feet of Greenblock ICFs.
The Rafiki Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit Christian ministry founded in 1957, operates orphanages in ten English-speaking countries in Africa. Rafiki provides housing, meals, clothing, education, Christian nurture, and medical care for its children from the time they arrive at the Rafiki Villages until they reach young adulthood.
Sustainable, energy-efficient and storm resistant buildings were mandated by the design architects for this project, which led them to the selection of Greenblock ICFs for the exterior wall systems.
"Rafiki Foundation has constructed buildings of superior quality and energy efficiency in all its projects in Africa, so when it was time to build our new home office in the United States we wanted the same thing," says Steve Kranz, Rafiki's director of home operations. "It was a perfect fit for us to choose ICF construction, knowing that it would provide safe, beautiful and very energy efficient buildings."
John Riddle, Central Florida territory manager for Greenblock, says, "The energy-efficient ICF walls used in these structures will reduce the energy use within this community throughout their useful life. This means long-lasting benefits for the Rafiki Foundation and it meets their requirement for a sustainable campus. An added benefit is that the ICF walls provide the ultimate protection from the severe weather so prevalent in this region of the country."
Mark Construction Co. of Longwood, Florida (www.markconstruction.com), has provided construction management for the project, which began in late February and will conclude in early September. The Rafiki Foundation has already begun relocation of staff members form their current home office in San Antonio in anticipation of this construction project. Upon completion of the home office complex, approximately 15 full-time employees will be working from the Rafiki campus where hundreds of volunteers will receive training and preparation instruction before leaving for Africa to provide services directly to orphaned children at one of their ten Rafiki Villages located in ten African countries.
The Greenblock walls at the Rafiki Foundation Home Office complex were finished nearly three weeks ahead of schedule. The fully assembled solid concrete, steel-reinforced ICF walls allowed Mark Construction Co. to move forward on the dry-in stage of the project well ahead of schedule.
About Greenblock, Inc.:
Greenblock Worldwide Corp (www.greenblock.com) is a manufacturer of Insulated Concrete Form wall systems for the residential and commercial building industries. With it's roots in Europe over 45 years ago, today's Greenblock is an ICF Industry leader recognized for it's outstanding design and ease of use. Over the years, a significant number of structures have been built with Greenblock. Projects that range from stem walls, basements, single and multi-story residences, apartments, condominiums, towers and even swimming pools. Government agencies, schools, commercial and light industrial companies are now recognizing the superior features of insulated concrete form-built structures and are beginning to utilize them for environmental, disaster resistance and energy conservation benefits.
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FindAnyFloor.com Set to Become "The Web's Flooring Authority"
Revolutionary Website Launched Yesterday
Las Vegas (PRWEB) August 13, 2008 -- Filling a glaring void in the realm of flooring information, Las Vegas-based FindAnyFloor.com launched yesterday. The brainchild of successful flooring and tech entrepreneur Damien Patton, the site brings together flooring customers and flooring professionals and aims to give consumers the most comprehensive information source available for purchasing or maintaining virtually any kind of floor surface.
"I was on WebMD.com and I thought to myself: Where's the WebMD of flooring? Where's the all-knowing information service?" said Patton, explaining how FindAnyFloor.com came to be. "I started looking at other industries and they had similar information websites. I checked the flooring industry and every site I found was either biased due to commercial interests or other factors. And all of them combined didn't equal what FindAnyFloor.com has become today."
Carefully indexed for easy navigation, FindAnyFloor.com guides the visitor through the various aspects of bamboo, carpet, cork, hardwood, stone, vinyl and other floors. They will learn the advantages and disadvantages of each, suitability to their particular climate, allergy friendliness and other very practical considerations, all presented in simple language and lay terms.
FindAnyFloor.com also boasts handy buying and installation guides, a glossary of flooring terms, and a listing of frequently asked questions (FAQs). A cornerstone of the site is the "Find It Locally" tool: By entering their zip code, site visitors can find over 60,000 flooring retailers, installers and cleaners -- all conveniently listed and flagged on a Google map. This makes FindAnyFloor.com a great place for flooring pros to get listed -- which they can do for free.
Rolling out on August 18 will be the partner site Pro.FindAnyFloor.com, aimed at industry professionals, while September will see the unveiling Green.FindAnyFloor.com, showing Patton's commitment to environmental responsibility. In addition, all three sites will be Section 508 compliant by the end of the year -- meaning that they will be fully accessible to people with disabilities.
Said Patton: "It's vitally important to me that I not only develop the premier flooring information site, but that I make a contribution to moving the Internet towards accessibility for the approximately 60 million people with some form of disability in this country alone."
About FindAnyFloor.com: FindAnyFloor.com is striving to be the world's largest floor covering information site and social community. The site is a free resource for consumers as well as flooring professionals on all subjects related to flooring. The site also provides interactive tools for the flooring do-it-yourselfer and professional alike. FindAnyFloor.com is proud to be working towards becoming Section 508 compliant and a fully accessible site for all visitors.
About Damien Patton: Damien successfully created Pacific Imports International, a large floor-covering distributor that he sold in 2007. The company maintained offices in Asia and the United States and became a premier distributor and retailer of bamboo and hardwood flooring. Damien is the Founder and CEO of FindAnyFloor.com, the end result of his vision to have the largest and most accessible floor covering resource and social community on the Web.
Contact:
Damien Patton
Founder and CEO FindAnyFloor.com
Ph: 702-242-9663
http://www.findanyfloor.com
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Wikk Industries, Inc. Offers Key to Keeping Aesthetic Integrity and ADA Compliance In Sync - with AccessAbility™ Automatic Door Activation Solutions
Architects, specifiers, and security and access control specialists look to Wisconsin-based manufacturer that set the industry standard for meeting access requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act - whether the need is custom or standard.
Greendale, WI (PRWEB) August 13, 2008 -- Wikk Industries, Inc., a Greendale, Wisconsin-based designer and manufacturer of the AccessAbility™ automatic door activation solutions line continues to partner with architects, specifiers, and security and access control specialists faced with the challenge of balancing architectural aesthetics and the access requirements established through the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1991. The company manufactures switches, bollard posts, and accessories and sells through its worldwide network of automatic door and door hardware distributors.
A great example of Wikk helping building owners and occupants bring the beauty of architectural integrity and the functionality of ADA compliance together is exemplified through the company's exclusive INGRESS'R®. This revolutionary switch is a 36-inch vertical touch activation column that provides accessibility with great ease for everyone.
"By simply bumping the INGRESS'R with the footrest of my wheelchair, I am able to activate the door operator," explains Harold Kiewel, AIA, CSI, CCS, architect and specifications writer for HMC Architects. "It's such a clean, simple, truly functional solution -- and the end result is a welcoming design that leaves no one out, whether the building is modern, post-modern, or a historic restoration."
With five different sizes, seven shapes, 12 legends, and custom engraving -- in addition to electrical, key, pneumatic, and wireless switching, Wikk offers one of the most comprehensive lines of switches in the industry. Wikk is renowned for its custom work and highly responsive turn-around time.
"I can't think of a company that does a better job complying with federal code on custom and off-the-shelf products," adds Eric Magdal, owner of Straughan Hardware, a commercial hardware distributor contracted to supply switches.
Leading the way with the most variety of standard and customized round and square bollard posts in a number of finishes, many models can be customized with slanted tops and have the option of a removable or welded cap. Wikk's square model in durable Stainless Steel is new to the bollard line (round is also available in this alloy). The Stainless Steel line is in a class all its own, and the post itself can be customized with recessed cutouts. For painted finishes, round and square bollard posts are available in mill finish-aluminum. Depending on your specific order, Wikk may be able to provide the painted finish.
Wikk Industries is also pleased to introduce its partnership with Estes Marketing LLC, a new manufacturer's representative agency, providing skilled professional service and support for Wikk and its customers in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska.
Our 28-year history has brought many exciting changes at Wikk Industries, and our commitment to our customers remains constant. Our state-of-the-art automatic door activation solutions are easy to order, install, and use -- and all are backed by our superior customer and technical service and support.
About Wikk Industries and AccessAbility:
The Wikkerink name has been known and respected in the door industry for more than 50 years. Lee Wikkerink and his father, Lance, worked together at several major automatic door manufacturing firms before starting their own company. Lee Wikkerink established Wikk Industries, Inc., in 1980 to advance a balanced door hardware product line. The company also developed a line of automatic door carpet controls and what would become the industry standard of "Knowing Act" automatic door devices, commonly called switches. By 1984, Lee's daughters were working with him in the research, refinement, and production of the switch line. When the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) passed in 1991, Wikk already had a presence in the market with its comprehensive selection of switches, mounts, and accessories that was trademarked in 1996 as AccessAbility. Today Lee's daughter Lori Bedard leads the company and continues to expand the AccessAbility line in response to the design, installation, and security challenges presented to architects, specifiers, and security and access control specialists who must meet strict access requirements.
Members of the media can contact Lori Bedard at 877-421-9490 x12, or email at: lori @ wikk.com. Wikk Industries, Inc. can be found on the Internet at: www.wikk.com.
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DuPont Recognized as ‘Outstanding Corporate Innovator’ for Market Back Approach to New Product Development and Commercialization
The leading global advocate for product development and innovation, the Product Development Management Association (PDMA) recognized DuPont today with its 2008 Outstanding Corporate Innovator award for the company’s efforts to convert new products and technologies into profitable revenue growth.
Wilmington, DE August 13, 2008 -– The leading global advocate for product development and innovation, the Product Development Management Association (PDMA) recognized DuPont today with its 2008 Outstanding Corporate Innovator award for the company’s efforts to convert new products and technologies into profitable revenue growth.
In 2007, DuPont commercialized over 1,200 new products with strong representation from all five growth platforms. New products commercialized over the last five years accounted for 36 percent of DuPont’s total revenue in 2007. More than $10 billion of the company’s $29 billion revenue came from products introduced since 2003.
“This Innovation award serves as a very prestigious recognition of our new product development and commercialization strategy,” said DuPont Senior Vice President and Chief Science & Technology Officer Uma Chowdhry. "We are proud of DuPont’s strong track record in delivering differentiated offerings to customers that have resulted in real revenue growth for DuPont."
“We are pleased to recognize DuPont as an organization that demonstrates an enterprise-wide commitment to innovation and is highly successful in the continuous development of profitable new products and businesses,” said Stan Jankowski, chair of PDMA’s OCI award selection committee and President of N.O.V.A Consulting Co.
DuPont was recognized by PDMA for the use of strong market-focused tools, training, and a disciplined innovation process to drive the company’s desired transformation. Two examples given were the creation of the five “growth platforms” to focus on white space opportunities and synergies between its individual business units as well as the creation of a new, disciplined market driven innovation process which stresses strong voice of the customer opportunity validation.
Thirty-nine firms have been recognized as Outstanding Corporate Innovators since the inception of the award in 1976. Among past recipients are: Affymetrix, Apple Computer, BMW Group, FedEx Corp., Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Herman Miller, Hewlett-Packard, Hunter Douglas, Mine Safety Appliance (MSA) Inc., Nabisco, and Pepsi-Cola.
PDMA is the premier advocate and comprehensive resource for product development and innovation professionals in the United States and abroad. The association is dedicated to improving the effectiveness of individuals and organizations in product development and management.
DuPont is a science-based products and services company. Founded in 1802, DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more than 70 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative products and services for markets including agriculture and food; building and construction; communications; and transportation.
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Updated Product Information: Tips for Researching and Buying Concrete Stamps
Shopping for concrete stamps just became easier with updated product information given by ConcreteNetwork.com. Learn about the available types of stamps, tips on how to buy the right stamp for specific projects, and tips on how to use them.
Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) August 13, 2008 -- Concrete stamps, no doubt, are being applied on residential and commercial projects today more than ever before. Their rise in popularity can be attributed mainly to increased product availability and improvements over the years. The Concrete Network offers updated articles covering everything there is to know about choosing and purchasing the perfect concrete stamp through it's online buyer's guide and section updates.
With today's innovations in concrete products, specifically concrete stamps, homeowners and contractors alike, are enjoying the many benefits that come with using such materials. There are a growing number of options in concrete stamp patterns now available. Major product lines manufacture hundreds of styles that include a range of stone, slate, and brick patterns to custom and specialty stamps.
Another major benefit contributing to the appeal of this product is that today's stamps produce very realistic results. Most concrete stamps are made of durable polyurethane and are molded from the real materials they mimic, resulting in stunningly authentic textural effects. Many people can't tell the difference between stamped concrete and pricier paving materials such as natural stone, slate, or brick.
Stamps range from semi-rigid mats that flex slightly to conform to contours in the concrete to flex mats that can be bent to conform to slab edges or walls to ultra-pliable texturing skins with feathered edges that overlap to produce seamless texture without pattern lines. Also adding to the realism of stamped concrete is a broad range of integral and surface-applied coloring options that allow contractors to bring stamp patterns to life and precisely replicate the beauty of the materials they imitate.
When purchasing stamps for a particular project, it's important to purchase the right amount of stamps for the project and to choose a pattern that harmonizes with the setting of the home or office where the stamps will be applied. When in doubt, it's important to call several stamp manufacturers and ask them to explain what makes their tools superior to others. Also ask experienced stampers about the tools they prefer to use and why.
Read more about concrete products.
Established in 1999, The Concrete Network's purpose is to educate consumers, builders, and contractors on popular decorative concrete techniques, applications, and products. This includes concrete stains, equipment, sealers, tools, and materials. In 2007 The Concrete Network Website had over 11 million visitors researching decorative concrete.
The site excels at connecting contractors with concrete products suppliers through its Concrete Product Directory Concrete Products service. The service provides visitors with a list of decorative concrete manufacturers throughout the U.S. and Canada, as well as local decorative concrete supply stores.
Photos courtesy of Butterfield Color.
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ProEst Takeoff Wins Prestigious Home Building Technology Award
Paperless takeoff capabilities and ease-of-use put ProEst Takeoff, developed by Construction Management Software (CMS), ahead of the Back Office Automation competition.
San Diego, CA (PRWEB) August 13, 2008 -- Construction Management Software (CMS), a leading provider of construction estimating and takeoff technology, today announced that its ProEst Takeoff software has received the 2008 Innovative Housing Technology Award (IHTA) for Best Back Office Automation Product.
Touted as the most prestigious housing technology awards in the industry, the IHTAs are intended to stimulate the development of innovative residential construction products and systems that make the building process more efficient and cost effective. Presented by TecHome Builder magazine, the IHTA winners were announced on June 25, 2008 at the Pacific Coast Building Conference (PCBC) in San Francisco, California.
Several key features of ProEst Takeoff set it apart from the other Back Office Automation entries, including:
* Digital takeoff technology (paperless takeoffs), which eliminates the need for paper blueprints and supports the "Green" movement by saving trees
* The new MagniPoint™ function, which allows users to easily magnify and pick a point for measurement without zooming in or out of a blueprint
* Tight integration with standard office tools such as Microsoft Excel, as well as many online plan rooms
* An easy-to-use interface with a Microsoft Office look and feel
"We're excited to have ProEst Takeoff recognized by TecHome Builder as a cutting edge technology within the residential building market," said Jeffrey Gerardi, president of CMS. "Its ability to perform paperless takeoffs truly sets ProEst Takeoff apart from the competition. The savings in both time and materials from this capability are staggering."
A record number of entries were submitted for the 2008 IHTAs, which are now in their eighth year.
ABOUT CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE (CMS)
CMS is the developer of ProEst estimating software and ProEst Takeoff software, simple, powerful and innovative estimating solutions for construction. An industry leader since 1976, CMS' software is used by more than 6,500 construction firms nationwide. Headquartered in San Diego, CA, CMS is committed to streamlining and improving the estimating process by continuously enhancing its products to deliver the latest advances in technology. Digital takeoff technology, a Microsoft Office 2003 look and feel and seamless integration with popular software programs are just some examples. For more information about ProEst estimating and ProEst Takeoff software, contact Jeffrey Gerardi, President; 800-255-7407; jeffg@proest.com; www.proest.com.
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Cuningham Group Architecture, P.A. Celebrates 40 Years of Design Expertise and Innovation
Cuningham Group, an Award-Winning Architecture Firm, Commemorate 40th Anniversary by Partnering With Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity to Clean and Brighten a Minneapolis Community.
Minneapolis (PRWEB) August 13, 2008 -- Minneapolis-based Cuningham Group Architecture, P.A. Cuningham Group, known for its pioneering "green" designs, celebrates 40 years of award-winning design excellence in 2008. Cuningham Group commemorated the milestone on July 18th by bringing all 200-plus employees from around the country to Minneapolis to team with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity on its program, "A Brush with Kindness," designed to revitalize and restore Minneapolis neighborhoods.
A Cuningham Group team working for Habitat for Humanity.
Additional anniversary programs included team-building events, a 40-year retrospective and vision for the future as well as the introduction of "Our Clients, Our Projects, Our Lives," a mission statement reaffirming Cuningham Group's commitment to helping revitalize the planet through environmentally responsible design.
Cuningham Group founder, John Cuningham, FAIA, NCARB, LEED® A.P., has dedicated his career to progressive and sustainable projects worldwide. In 1968, Cuningham established the firm's first headquarters in his house. By 1971, Cuningham Group had already distinguished itself by winning its first award. Cuningham recognized and emphasized the importance of sustainability from the outset, making him a pioneer in the movement. This focus on green design has remained a constant throughout the firm's development as it has offered architecture, interior design, urban design and planning services to the housing/mixed-use, retail/restaurant, hospitality, entertainment, education, civic, corporate and worship markets. Four decades later, Cuningham Group has earned innumerable awards and respect as one of the most significant architecture firms in the country.
"I've always felt that people were our greatest assets," said Cuningham. "They're our assets both because of their skills and passions, but also because we believe in collaborating. We work together to create environments that sustain our communities, enhance our lives, create beauty and add value."
40 Years of Award-Winning Design
Cuningham Group has won top design and planning awards since 1971. Awards have been bestowed from organizations as diverse as the fields they represent, including the Minnesota Environmental Initiative, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, American Institute of Architects Minnesota, Interfaith Forum on Religion, Art and Architecture, American Association of School Administrators, Urban Land Institute, The League of Minnesota Cities, American Zoo and Aquarium Association, Themed Entertainment Association, and Council for Educational Facility Planners International, among many others.
"We are fortunate to have great people who are talented and understand what it means to work with clients in collaboration, to listen to their needs and help them achieve their goals," said Timothy Dufault, AIA, LEED® A.P., who was named the company's president in January 2007.
Sustainability
Cuningham Group is committed to monitoring and reducing the global footprint of humans and helping to reach carbon neutrality. Cuningham Group's Minneapolis office is located in a 120-year-old building that was originally the home of a mattress factory - part of the historic building renovation wave in the late 1970s and 1980s which became a way of recycling and reusing buildings. Presently, the firm is studying how to cut energy use in the building by 40% and is designing its new Los Angeles location office to be Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) certified.
The firm's Green committee was formed almost 15 years ago when it performed its first environmental footprinting exercise in 1994, implementing plans to reduce the firm's corporate and personal impact on the planet. Cuningham Group is also an active member in the clean earth-focused 2030 Challenge which asks the global architecture and building communities to adopt specific measures that will help slow the growth rate of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and then reverse it over the next ten years.
"John Cuningham chartered this course for the organization when he founded it in 1968," said John Quiter, AIA, NCARB, LEED® A.P., Chairman of the Board. "It is rewarding to see how far we have been able to take it."
At all levels in the firm, Cuningham Group employees are involved as leaders in their communities and in the architecture profession. At the organizational level, Cuningham Group is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council and a founding member of the Los Angeles Green Building Council. Two members of Cuningham Group's Environmental Resources Team were chosen to write the first National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) monograph on sustainable design in 1997. Currently, architectural Intern, Amelia Doyle, is serving as the National Chairperson of Emerging Green Builders organization.
In 2008, Cuningham Group is set to unveil several "green" project designs, including three buildings being considered for LEED® silver certification.
"As we look to the future, we continue to strive to be knowledgeable resources to our clients," said Cuningham. "We will collaborate with them to make holistic green design decisions that not only positively impact the planet and the communities in which we build but that provide other returns on their investment."
About Cuningham Group Architecture, P.A.
Cuningham Group transcends tradition with architecture, interior design, urban design and planning services for a diverse mix of client and project types. Our client-centered, collaborative approach incorporates trend-setting architecture and environmental responsiveness to create projects that weave seamlessly into the urban fabric. Founded in 1968, the firm is consistently recognized as a leader in the field of architecture and has grown to over 200 employees in offices in Minneapolis, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Biloxi, Bakersfield, Madrid and Seoul. For more information, please visit . Cuningham Group.
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Private Real Estate Investment Firm, Cohen Asset Management, Acquires 150,494-Square-foot Flex Property in El Segundo, CA
Cohen Asset Management, a Los Angeles-based private real estate investment firm entered into a strategic joint venture with Heartland Investments to acquire 2383 Utah Avenue, a 150,000-square-foot multi-use industrial flex property located in El Segundo, CA.
El Segundo, CA (PRWEB) August 13, 2008 -- Cohen Asset Management, a Los Angeles-based private real estate investment firm, on behalf of CAM Core Fund 1 LLC, entered into a strategic joint venture with Heartland Investments, a subsidiary of NSB, Inc., to acquire 2383 Utah Avenue, a 150,000-square-foot multi-use industrial flex property located in El Segundo, CA.
The property acquired by the real estate investment firms is situated on 9.6 acres and is located in the El Segundo submarket of West Los Angeles. The infill location averages an industrial availability of less than 5% and has long been the location of choice for defense-related industries in Southern California. The changing economic landscape and zoning overlays has brought creative office space users to El Segundo, creating repositioning opportunities for existing industrial assets.
Cohen Asset Management, a private real estate investment firm, acquired 2383 Utah Avenue because it provides an excellent opportunity for the value-add active asset management that the CAM Core Fund 1 LLC is well known for. The property is currently 80% leased on a triple net basis to Northup Grumman and Unisys, two credit tenants. While offering strong current cash flow, the property is anticipated to be repositioned with additional development into a higher and better use; attracting new tenants for creative office space.
About Cohen
Cohen Asset Management, Inc., ("CAM"), is a private commercial and industrial real estate investment firm. The firm's relationships extend to high net worth individuals, institutional investors and domestic business entities. The private real estate investment firm is an active operator and investor of commercial and industrial real estate assets and has a well-established reputation as a value added investor focusing on commercial and industrial real estate opportunities that are inefficiently priced due to a variety of circumstances such as vacancies, rollover risk, sub-optimal management, inefficient current use, deferred maintenance, long-term undervalued leases or other unfavorable property and market conditions.
Forward looking Statement
Except for the historical facts, the statements in this press release regarding CAM's business activities are forward-looking statements based on the beliefs of, assumptions made by, and information currently available to us about known and unknown risks, trends, uncertainties and factors that are beyond our control or ability to predict. Although we believe that our assumptions are reasonable, they are not guarantees of future performance and some will inevitably prove to be incorrect. As a result, our actual future results can be expected to differ from our expectations, and those differences may be material. Accordingly, investors should use caution in relying on past forward-looking statements to anticipate future results or trends. Except as required by law, we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements.
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U.S. CAD™ Offers 'LIVE! Online Training' to Autodesk® Software Users Worldwide
Western U.S.'s Leading Autodesk Training Provide Extends Reach, Adds Value and Convenience for Customers Via Interactive Web-based Training
Costa Mesa, Calif. (PRWEB) August 13, 2008 -- U.S. CAD, the Western U.S.'s largest provider of computer-aided design (CAD) services and products, and its largest Autodesk solutions reseller, is now offering interactive online training in the latest Autodesk software solutions to customers across the country and around the world. Taught by an Autodesk Certified Instructor, U.S. CAD's new "LIVE! Online Training" courses offer added value and flexibility to meet the needs of individuals, businesses, government agencies and students. The new online training complements U.S. CAD's award-winning site-based training, education and consulting services.
"Whether you're an individual Autodesk software user, a large architectural or engineering firm, or anywhere in between, 'LIVE! Online Training' provides convenient access to expert training from an Autodesk Certified Instructor in the comfort of your own home or office," said KaDe King, U.S. CAD training manager. "Web access and a browser is all you need to get the hands-on training that will help you save time, increase productivity, reduce errors, and gain a competitive advantage in your field."
All of U.S. CAD's LIVE! Online Training is based on Autodesk recommended courses and utilizes Autodesk Official or Autodesk Approved Training Courseware materials to ensure quality and continuity. U.S. CAD's Autodesk Certified Instructors have many years of classroom and online training experience to ensure a valuable interactive computer-based training experience. The classes are also designed to feel like a classroom environment, complete with time for individual questions and answers.
U.S. CAD LIVE! Online Training course topics currently include:
* AutoCAD® 2009 Update for 2006/2007 Users
* AutoCAD 2009 Update for 2008 Users
* AutoCAD 2009 Fundamentals
* AutoCAD Map 3D 2009 Essentials
In addition to receiving expert instruction, U.S. CAD LIVE! Online Training participants also benefit from:
* Recorded Modules - Courses are recorded so attendees can watch and review them up to two weeks following the session.
* Step-by-Step Course Book - Each class participant receives a course book that includes detailed, step-by-step instructions that participants can review and retain for future use.
* Follow-up Assessments via Knowledge-Trax™ - Participants are offered online assessments of their knowledge retention after each course session via U.S. CAD's proprietary Knowledge-Trax system.
* Additional Training Support - Participants can speak to one of U.S. CAD's Certified Autodesk Instructors by phone or email from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time to ask questions related to course content.
* Through Sept. 15, 2008, all U.S. CAD LIVE! Online Training courses are 20 percent off the regular price. To take advantage of this money-saving offer, go to http://www.uscad.com/live_online_training.html.
About U.S. CAD:
Based in Costa Mesa, Calif., U.S. CAD, Inc. (formerly L.A. CAD) has grown to be the largest Autodesk reseller in California and the Western U.S., with more than 65 employees supporting customers in the full spectrum of Autodesk technologies. U.S. CAD employs nearly 30 Technical Specialists and adds an additional 25 Autodesk Consultants through its strategic partner K-TEK Solutions, based in Northern California. With this technical bench strength of over 50 individuals, U.S. CAD's expertise is sought after by an impressive array of companies who value U.S. CAD's unique mix of technology implementation, project assessment, process consulting, knowledge assessment, project mentoring, flexible training options, and technical support services. U.S. CAD has grown rapidly due, in part, to its commitment to respecting the needs of its business partners and honestly communicating how complex technologies are successfully implemented, and to delivering solutions with the highest level of integrity.
To find out what makes U.S. CAD unique and all the ways it helps its customers "Achieve More!" go to http://www.uscad.com.
U.S. CAD, L.A. CAD and Knowledge-Trax are trademarks of U.S. CAD, Inc. Autodesk, the Autodesk logo, AutoCAD, ATC, and Map 3D are registered trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., in the USA and/or other countries. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders.
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Data Shows That Home Buying Habits Continue to Move Towards Online Sources and Away from Agents
NEW YORK (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) August 13, 2008 -- More homebuyers are using the Internet to find the homes they ultimately purchased, according to industry data compiled by ForSaleByOwner.com (http://www.forsalebyowner.com). From 1997-2007, the real estate marketplace has seen a 15-fold increase in buyers who found the home they purchased on the Internet. During the same period, there has been a 32 percent drop in buyers who found the home they purchased because a real estate agent told them about the property.
“With millions of online real estate searches done monthly, it’s no surprise that the Internet is so effective at helping people find their ideal home, condo or vacation property,” said Greg Healy, VP of Operations. “This data, which comes from the National Association of Realtors, provides more evidence that real estate consumers are very successful in finding homes on their own.”
Where Buyers First Found the Home They Purchased, 1997-2007*
1997 1999 2001 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Real Estate Agent 50% 49% 48% 41% 38% 36% 36% 34%
Internet 2 4 8 11 15 24 24 29
Yard Sign 17 15 15 16 16 15 15 14
Home Builder 3 4 3 7 7 7 8 8
Friend or relative 9 8 8 7 7 7 8 8
Newspaper Ad 8 8 7 7 5 5 5 3
Directly from Sellers 4 3 4 4 5 3 3 3
Book or Magazine 3 3 2 1 2 1 1 1
Other 1 4 3 6 4 - - -
* Source: National Association of Realtors
About ForSaleByOwner.com
ForSaleByOwner.com is the nation’s leading for sale by owner website. Since 1999, ForSaleByOwner.com has saved home sellers more than one billion dollars by providing premium Internet marketing services, property pricing reports, real estate guidance and information, downloadable legal forms, as well as live customer support, to help customers independently sell their own homes. The company charges a modest fee for its wide range of advertising and real estate resources, priced from $89 to $899. In contrast, a person selling a $300,000 home through a real estate agent would be charged a 6% commission fee and pay approximately $18,000. Prospective homebuyers can browse property database, available at http://www.forsalebyowner.com, at no charge.
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Crest Nicholson Launches First Integrated Sustainability Report
Leading UK housebuilder Crest Nicholson marks a major change in reporting with an integrated sustainability report, combining business review and non-financial reporting in a single forward looking strategy.
Chertsey, Surrey (PRWEB) August 13, 2008 -- This year marks a significant step forward in Crest Nicholson's approach to reporting Corporate Responsibility with the launch of its first integrated Sustainability Report. This is the first report since the company delisted in 2007, and Crest Nicholson is taking the opportunity represented by significant corporate change to include a summary business review alongside both financial and non-financial performance and ambitions, all combined into a single, cohesive document.
Building on five years of reporting, and to respond to the needs of a wide range of stakeholders, the presents a forward-looking strategy, highlights the challenges and opportunities, and demonstrates how the company is tackling key sustainability issues whilst generating financial value for the business.
The report has been structured to better reflect the integrated nature of Crest Nicholson's business, and follows the key stages of the development process. It uses exemplar projects to present the spectrum of very real challenges and opportunities facing the sector, and reports on Crest Nicholson's performance and approach.
Commenting on the launch of the report, Crest Nicholson's Chief Executive, Stephen Stone, said: "Crest Nicholson puts sustainability at the heart of its' business model, and this Sustainability Report makes some clear statements about our performance and our forward looking strategy in what is a challenging business environment.
"In a slowing market, the ability to respond to sustainability issues is often put to the test, but to deliver the Government's programme of zero-carbon housing by 2016 it is essential that we continue to innovate and improve the way in which we operate as market leaders. In this report we illustrate how Crest Nicholson strives to achieve this, working with expert partners to research and implement cutting edge design concepts and build technologies that are necessary to deliver sustainable communities."
Key targets for the period 2008-9 include:
- Reducing carbon dioxide emissions arising from office and site activity by 25% by 2020
- Trialling innovative construction techniques and cutting edge technologies to deliver homes that perform to the higher levels of the Code for Sustainable Homes
- Halving the amount of construction waste sent to landfill by 2011
- Working with suppliers to develop a Sustainable Procurement Policy including a target to use 75% sustainably sourced timber by 2009
- Developing a carbon intensity study to accurately assess the emissions associated with building materials and construction activity
- All new sites submitted for planning will incorporate internal recycling facilities, water fittings to reduce daily consumption to 105 litres/person/day, 75% low energy lighting and water butts to encourage rainwater re-use
- Developing ways to support employees in reducing their carbon footprints through awareness raising initiatives, promotion of car-sharing, or the use of public transport.
Crest Nicholson is firmly established as a leading regeneration developer with a passion for not just building homes, but creating vibrant sustainable communities. The Company's track record shows demonstrable commitment to delivering innovative, design led, residential developments and large scale, mixed use, urban regeneration solutions. Its ongoing emphasis on environmentally responsible housing and commitment to deliver truly low carbon sustainable schemes is evident by an ever increasing development portfolio.
For more information about Crest Nicholson visit www.crestnicholson.com"> or contact Kerri Vinall or Helen Roache at Trimedia: call 020 7025 7500.
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MEP Jobs Integrated into the AIRS SourcePoint™ Sourcing Tool
MEP Jobs and AIRS announced today that MEP Jobs, the largest jobs and career site for MEP professionals, has been integrated into the AIRS SourcePoint™ enterprise sourcing technology solution.
Urbandale, IA (PRWEB) August 13, 2008 -- MEP Jobs and AIRS announced today that MEP Jobs, the largest jobs and career site for MEP professionals, has been integrated into the AIRS SourcePoint™ enterprise sourcing technology solution.
"AIRS is pleased to integrate MEP Jobs into the AIRS SourcePoint™ technology solution," said Chris Forman, President of AIRS. "Partnering with leading job boards such as MEP Jobs enables us to provide our clients with an even more robust solution to meet their growing needs."
"This integration allows MEP Jobs to better serve our thousands of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing employers," said John von Harz, president of MEP Jobs.
About MEP Jobs
MEP Jobs is the leading online job board and resume bank for professionals in the mechanical, electrical and plumbing industries. MEP Jobs focuses exclusively on the specialty trade contractor segment, including contractors, manufacturers, wholesalers, facility managers, service organizations and executive search firms. MEP Jobs was founded in 1996, and is a service of Industry People Group.
About AIRS
AIRS is the answer to how businesses proactively acquire, develop and transition global talent with award-winning sourcing technology and training solutions. AIRS is a company of The RightThing, a leading recruitment process outsourcing provider. Together, they offer a full range of talent solutions. Please visit www.airsdirectory.com
About SourcePoint™
AIRS SourcePoint™ is the most advanced active and passive sourcing technology on the market. From 360-degree automated resume sourcing to name generation and sophisticated candidate e-marketing, AIRS SourcePoint™ is the industry's only enterprise sourcing solution that provides the entire suite of tools today's professional recruiter needs to be at the top of their game. With eight interchangeable modules, AIRS SourcePoint™ can affordably and effectively streamline any sourcing process while unleashing truly outstanding productivity gains and hiring outcomes for organizations.
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Golden Eagle Log Homes Doubles Log Offerings with Announcement of Expanded Manufacturing Facility
Leading log home manufacturer, Golden Eagle Log Homes, has significantly expanded their Wisconsin Rapids, WI facility, allowing them to double their log offerings. This not only increases what they can provide their customers, it also improves manufacturing efficiencies across the board.
Wisconsin Rapids, WI (PRWEB) August 12, 2008 -- Premier log home manufacturer Golden Eagle Log Homes has announced significant facilities expansions at their Wisconsin Rapids, WI mill. Tod Parmeter, Owner and Chief Operations Officer, reports this expansion as an additional 20,000 square foot of manufacturing facilities, another dry kiln and over 14,000 additional square feet of warehousing. Adding six more major pieces of production equipment has more than doubled what Golden Eagle could previously offer for log and corner styles. Parmeter says, "Our customers deserve a lot of choices, now we have something for everyone."
Even as media reports persist about the decline of the housing market, new log home construction continues to increase, particularly at Golden Eagle Log Homes, who offer an unprecedented level of options for their log and hybrid packages. The Wisconsin Rapids, WI facility also includes a home design center, which provides customers with deluxe materials options for doors, windows, hardware, kitchen and bath supplies. In addition to the countless custom home plans that Golden Eagle can create, they also offer a variety of existing floor plans ranging from 1,200 square feet to 7,000 square feet.
"The new products offerings will continue to increase sales opportunities for years to come," says Parmeter, "And in preparation of more sales, we decided to add more drying capability and in turn, more warehousing space. With the increased options we can now provide, we wanted to ensure that our customer response time wasn't affected - thus we needed to expand all parts of the facility." The expansion also brings with it efficiencies in labor, as some processes have been reduced from ten minutes to three minutes, and also increased automation within the facility.
In addition to labor efficiencies, Golden Eagle Log Homes also prides themselves on the eco-efficiencies of log homes. Unlike stick- built homes, which are built on site of the property, log homes are manufactured in a facility, where efficiency and accuracy can be optimally maintained. Once the manufacturing is complete, the home is simply shipped to the site, where it's quickly assembled. This process reduces the carbon footprint of a home build significantly, particularly when compared to that of typical stick built house. There's less waste, due to the efficient, climate controlled manufacturing environment, there's less pollution and property impact, since heavy machinery isn't required on-site for months at a time.
For more information on Golden Eagle Log Homes, their expanded facility, or their upcoming Wine Tasting event to support Evening of Angels cancer charity on September 20, please contact Golden Eagle Log Homes at 1-800-270-5025, or visit them on the web at www.goldeneagleloghomes.com
To see photos of Golden Eagle's amazing homes, contact Scott Rouleau at 860-677-0560, or via email at s.rouleau(at)sbcglobal.net.
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Phoenix based Creative Environments Design & Landscape Moves Headquarters to Tempe and Offers $100 in Free Gasoline to New Customers
Phoenix based Creative Environments Design & Landscape, the #1 Landscape Design and Build Company as voted by Phoenix residents, launched a new corporate office today. Located at 8920 S. Hardy Dr., Tempe, AZ 85284, the office will reduce costs and increase efficiencies with sister company Creative Environments Maintenance Services.
Chandler, AZ (PRWEB) August 12, 2008 -- Phoenix based Creative Environments Design & Landscape, the #1 Landscape Design and Build Company as voted by Phoenix residents, launched a new corporate office today. Located at 8920 S. Hardy Dr., Tempe, AZ 85284, the office will reduce costs and increase efficiencies with sister company Creative Environments Maintenance Services.
"In this economy, we feel it is important to create as many efficiencies as possible to keep our landscaping prices affordable," said John Waters, Co-Owner of Creative Environments. "By combining our headquarters with our sister company, Creative Environments Maintenance Services, we are able to stay competitive and continue to offer the very best landscape design and maintenance in the Valley."
As a part of this launch, Creative Environments is offering a special promotion for new customers: "This August - your stay-cation is on us...so fill 'er up on creative environments! That's right! Turn your vacation into a stay-cation by allowing us to transform your backyard into a resort environment. Fill up your back yard with a new Pool, BBQ, Decking, Water Feature, Gazebo or an overall makeover and Creative Environments will fill up your gas tank* with up to $100.00 of fuel for every $10,000 in landscape that we install on your property!"
To learn more about Creative Environments custom commercial and residential landscape design services call 480-458-4100 or visit CreativeEnvironments.com for a custom quote.
About Creative Environments:
Creative Environments Design & Landscape, an industry leader since 1950, is the largest and most respected Arizona landscape construction and design company. We continue to win local and national landscaping awards from industry peers, as well as receive the honor of #1 Landscape Design / Build Company, as voted by the residents of the Phoenix-metro area.
Although unique and functional design is our passion, outstanding customer service is our number one priority. Our talented Landscape Design and Construction Consultants will listen to you and then they will use their expertise to develop an architectural-quality landscape design plan that will create the outdoor living space of your dreams.
With our specialized construction crews and a fully-staffed customer care department, you can rest assured that your outdoor living environment will be installed correctly and on time.
Creative Environments can be found on the web at CreativeEnvironments.com.
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Roost.com Enhances Online Real Estate Search Coverage With Addition of San Francisco and Seattle
Comprehensive Property Search Engine Continues to Grow and Expand Its Offerings Within Key Markets
SAN FRANCISCO (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) August 12, 2008 -- Roost, Inc. (www.roost.com), the fastest, most comprehensive search engine for finding your dream home, today announced the launch of its service in San Francisco and Seattle, two of the nation's most desirable and dynamic real estate markets. The addition of these new listings gives local home buyers the most accurate and up-to-date listings of single-family homes, new construction and for sale by owner properties on the Web and provides real estate agents with a streamlined and effective new way to connect with home seekers.
The addition of San Francisco and Seattle expands Roost's network to more than 5,000 popular U.S. cities and market areas. To develop the best, most accurate listings, Roost forms partnerships with local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) boards one community at a time. By contrast, other real estate search sites largely depend on broker feeds and other third party sources which are often unreliable and outdated. Roost's listings are always current because they are tied directly to the MLS. In fast-moving markets like San Francisco and Seattle, outdated information can quickly lead to frustration if a listed property has been sold or taken off the market.
"Our team at Roost takes great care to roll out new markets, and we're confident that these new market listings will live up to the best-in-class user experience that home buyers count on," said Alex Chang, CEO of Roost. "These are dynamic cities where the real estate market changes quickly. By using Roost, we know users will be better armed to make smart decisions in their home buying quest."
How Roost Works
Roost is a blazing-fast search engine that sits atop IDX, or Internet Data Exchange, sites. IDX is the national data sharing standard among all real estate brokers. Most popular real estate search sites are listing aggregators, and unlike IDX sites powered by the MLS, these sites get their listings from a variety of sources including brokers, magazine publishers, newspapers, other software companies, and sometimes, even each other. The result is often inaccurate and incomplete data, leading to frustration for home buyers. With Roost, users can create custom search profiles with simple filtering controls to sort by price range, square footage, numbers of bedrooms and bathrooms, neighborhood, school district, new or resale properties and more - even which homes have granite countertops or pools.
Additionally, Roost's platform and traffic-sharing approach with brokers helps agents form new connections with potential clients, serving as an important ally for real estate agents struggling to stay afloat in one of the most difficult housing markets in history.
"We're excited to have Roost here in San Francisco," said Randall Kostick, general manager of Zephyr Real Estate. "It's a win-win for home buyers, home sellers and agents alike. People who start their search with Roost have a much higher level of knowledge and confidence in what they're looking for and what's available, and that makes the purchasing process far more efficient and productive for everyone involved."
Roost recently earned the Innovator Award for Most Innovative Technology from Inman News, the leading source of independent real estate news and opinion for the industry.
About Roost, Inc.
Roost is an innovative online real estate platform that combines a network of individual real estate broker Web sites with a comprehensive search engine. Roost offers new search technology, an intuitive, visual interface and the most comprehensive property listings to help users find a home for sale and find it fast. The company works collaboratively with Multiple Listing Service (MLS) boards and real estate brokers in each region to provide up-to-date, accurate data. Roost.com currently lists homes for sale in thousands of other cities across the nation including; Atlanta; Austin; Baltimore; Boise; Boston; Chicago; Dallas; Denver; Fort Worth; Houston; Las Vegas; Miami; Minneapolis; Nashville; Orange County; Orlando; Philadelphia; Phoenix; Portland; Sacramento; San Diego; St. Paul; Tampa; Silicon Valley; St. Louis; and Washington D.C. areas, ensuring the results for each local search are complete. Roost was awarded the 2008 Innovator Award for Most Innovative Technology from Inman News, the leading source of independent real estate news and opinion for the industry. Founded in 2007, Roost.com is based in San Francisco, Calif. To start your home search, visit http://www.roost.com.
Release Summary:
Roost, Inc. (www.roost.com), the fastest, most comprehensive real estate search engine for finding your dream home, today announced the launch of its service in San Francisco and Seattle, two of the nation's most desirable and dynamic real estate markets.
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USA-ONE Interactive Presents a Free Webinar Series Introducing Docuvation – An Online Document Management Solution
See Docuvation in action by attending a free webinar hosted by USA-ONE interactive - the number one e-tailer of Docuvation. This presentation, hosted by a document management professional, is a rare opportunity to see a hands-on approach to managing office documents in an online environment.
Denver, CO (PRWEB) August 12, 2008 – USA-ONE Interactive (http://www.usa-one.com/) invites all small and medium sized businesses to see the power and simplicity of Docuvation first hand through a live webinar hosted by a document management professional.
Docuvation is an affordable outsourced Document Management Solution that works the way people work. There is no software to install, no specialized hardware to manage and no upfront capital investment. Users can begin adding structure, security, and instant access to all critical documents today.
Using a digital copy machine, a desktop scanner, or standalone scanner, easily convert paper documents into electronic documents and save them directly into secure Docuvation cabinets. Electronic documents such as Word, Excel, Email, or others can be saved, stored, and accessed from the same cabinets. Docuvation places the new incoming documents into an Inbox for filing and notifies assigned users that they have filing to do. File clerks simply select a folder and divider and complete the filing process. This process is much more efficient, cost effective, and accurate than tradi¬tional manual filing methods.
Backup, Compliance, Security, and Document Sharing are challenges for organizations of all sizes. These free webinars will answer many questions small and medium sized businesses have been asking for years. How do I better manage my office documents? How can I store mixed content in one central location. How do I become a paperless office? And maybe the most important question of all: How much is this really going to cost? Traditional Document Management Solutions cost too much and require more technical resources than small and medium size organizations can afford.
Docuvation from USA-ONE Interactive is both powerful and affordable. Want to learn more? - Click here to see the times and dates of these upcoming Docuvation webinars and register for one today!
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Door Distributor Holds Key to Helping Endangered Species
Leading UK door distributor JB Kind has linked up with the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) on an initiative that should save hundreds of endangered species in a rainforest in Indonesia's Jambi and South Sumatra provinces.
Swadlincote, Derbyshire (PRWEB) August 12, 2008 -- Independent door distributor JB Kind has linked up with the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) on an initiative that should save hundreds of endangered species in a rainforest in Indonesia's Jambi and South Sumatra provinces. Named 'Harapan Rainforest' - after the Indonesian word for 'hope' - this initiative holds the country's first official licence to restore a forest ecosystem.
JB Kind Managing Director Philip Smith explains:
"At JB Kind we take pride in sourcing high quality products from around the world. Indonesia offers us excellent materials and workmanship, and to recognise this, we have been keen to further support this community. The RSPB has achieved a groundbreaking agreement to manage 101,000 hectares of wild-life rich, lowland Sumatran rainforest for the next 100 years and to do this successfully the project needs help from commercial sponsors like us, as well as the general public.
"Apart from a significant monetary donation, we are also taking the unusual and striking step of displaying colourful pictures of one of the rainforest's most endangered species on the rear of four of our lorries, with a message to everyone to play their part in saving the home of its wildlife and indigenous people.
"Over 280 species of birds make the Harapan Rainforest their home alongside an amazing array of flora and fauna - it's even more diverse than the Brazilian Amazon! The rare Sumatran Tiger will be seen by tens of thousands of people throughout the UK as its image will be painted across the complete rear door of our vehicles when they deliver more than 200,000 JB Kind doors nationwide each year.
"In addition, we have also decided to help our customers make the link between their door purchases and the ranges we source from Indonesia and we will be including a leaflet about this project within the packaging of every product that we deliver from these ranges.
"We hope that our contribution will make a real difference to the plight of the wildlife and the people in this extraordinary region of Indonesia and we encourage other businesses and individuals to contribute where they can."
To find out more about, or donate to, the Harapan Rainforest project in Sumatra, please visit http://www.rspb.org.uk/sumatra.
About the RSPB:
To find out more about the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, or the Harapan Rainforest project in Sumatra, please contact Gemma Rogers, or visit http://www.rspb.org.uk/sumatra.
Contact:
Gemma Rogers,
RSPB Media Officer
(+44) 01767 681 577
About JB Kind:
JB Kind is one of the UK's leading independent door distributors and boasts over 130 years of experience working within the timber trade. Based in Swadlincote in Derbyshire and employing 45 people, JB Kind sells more than 200,000 doors a year across the UK and in 2007 won the award for Business of the Year (25-100 employees) in their region.
See more information about JB Kind's range of Wooden Doors.
For more information, or an interview with JB Kind Managing Director Philip Smith
Contact:
Clare Bampton,
Bampton Communications
(+44) 01332 865 452
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Rain Bird Announces the 2008 Intelligent Use of Water Award Finalists
Panel of Environmental Experts to Award One of Five Finalists With $10,000 In Recognition of Their Leadership, Innovation And Commitment to Landscape Water Conservation
AZUSA, Calif. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) August 12, 2008 -- Rain Bird, the leading manufacturer and provider of irrigation products and services, named the finalists for its 2008 Intelligent Use of Water™ Award, which recognizes persons or organizations whose innovation, leadership, ingenuity and overall commitment to improved landscape water efficiency has raised the standard for outdoor water conservation. The five finalists were selected by a panel of judges according to pre-determined criteria, including demonstrated water savings, preservation of landscapes, innovation and overall impact on the community.
The five finalists for the 2008 Intelligent Use of Water Award are:
Christopher S. Gray, Sr. – Benton, KY
Christopher has spent his entire career in golf course management creating and implementing innovative and effective golf course environmental stewardship programs. As General Manager/Director of Golf Course Operations at Marvel Golf Club in Benton, Kentucky, Christopher has been extremely proactive in water conservation programs on and off the golf course. Christopher has developed and implemented a very unique wastewater conservation program in which all rainwater and household wastewater generated from the homes surrounding the golf course is captured, treated and pumped into the course’s irrigation retention ponds. Providing over 14 million gallons of reclaimed water each year, once the Marvel Estates sub-division is completed, the innovative program has eliminated the need to pull water from the local water district or nearby Kentucky Lake for irrigation purposes.
David Salman – Santa Fe, NM
As the president and chief horticulturist of the retail nursery, Santa Fe Greenhouses, and its mail-order counterpart, High Country Gardens, David has spent the better part of 20-plus years in pursuit of beautiful and drought-tolerant plants for western landscapes. Regarded as one of Xeriscaping’s pioneers, he is dedicated to perfecting the growing methods for a wide variety of new and unusual waterwise perennials, grasses and shrubs. His work has resulted in the introduction of 24 new waterwise ornamental perennial plants that are now some of the region’s most widely used Xeric perennials. A national speaker and published author on the topic of waterwise Gardening and Xeriscaping, Salman is committed to demonstrating the beauty of waterwise gardens by maintaining and expanding Xeric display gardens at Santa Fe Greenhouses. In 2000, Santa Fe Greenhouses constructed a 39,000 gallon water collection cistern and reuse system, enabling the collection of rainwater from 55,000 square feet of greenhouse roof area to be used for irrigation of the facility’s perennial and annual plant collections. The system captures over an acre-foot of water in an average year, reducing the use of City water by about 25 percent.
Georgia Golf Course Superintendents Association (GGCSA) – Atlanta, GA
As Georgia’s water resources came under increased scrutiny in 2002, the GGCSA took a leadership role and began working with the Georgia Environmental Protection Division to develop a program that would achieve the goal of sustainable resource conservation. To demonstrate its commitment to keeping the Georgia golf industry healthy, while maintaining its status as an efficient user of water, the GGCSA challenged its members to create a set of best management practices (BMP). The groundbreaking effort was the first of its kind for the Georgia agriculture and green industry, and provided a road map for the area’s golf facilities to provide enjoyable playing conditions, while using water in the most efficient manner. Combining the use of efficient irrigation systems, irrigation audits, new grass varieties, communication and products such as wetting agents and plant growth regulators, and abstaining from over seeding, the GGCSA was able to document the conservation efforts of Georgia’s golf superintendents and promote the BMP program as a potential water conservation tool for all types of water users.
The Council on the Environment of NYC (CENYC) – New York, NY
As a hands-on nonprofit that is committed to increasing environmental awareness among New Yorkers and developing practical solutions to environmental problems, the CENYC develops and implements environmental education programs and initiatives that promote waste prevention and encourage the recycling of Earth’s natural resources. CENYC has worked with over 30 community garden groups in diverse neighborhoods throughout the New York City area to construct rainwater-harvesting (RWH) systems using simple piping and barrels to collect water from adjacent rooftops or garden structures. Each year, these systems divert more than 500,000 gallons of rainwater onto local gardens that would otherwise be lost or result in polluted water due to overloaded storm drains. CENYC runs workshops educating the public on RWH systems and other alternative water resources and teaches gardeners looking how to build their own RWH systems. The Council also offers environmental education programs that teach children how to get in touch with officials about fixing broken fire hydrants, show them how to monitor environmental conditions at their schools and in their neighborhoods, and organize plantings near local water sources including the Bronx River and the Delaware Watershed.
Glendale Xeriscape Demonstration Garden – Glendale, AZ
Established in 1992, the Glendale Xeriscape Demonstration Garden is a four-acre living laboratory that showcases low-water-use plants and educates the community on the benefits of water efficient gardening. Set on the grounds of the historic Glendale public library, the garden is a highly regarded resource that educates the public on developing water-efficient landscapes. The garden’s themed demonstration areas educate homeowners on the diversity and beauty of Xeriscape through displays of native plantings and proper drip irrigation watering techniques, as well as interpretive signage and audio tours that provide information about specific plants and landscape design techniques. The recently installed habitat gardens are certified by the National Wildlife Federation as a “Backyard Wildlife Habitat” and demonstrate rainwater-harvesting techniques. Over 15 free water-efficient landscape classes are offered every year to the public, and the garden implements several water education programs for children. The garden’s role in motivating the public to take advantage of the city’s landscape rebate program is evident as the number of gallons used per day by Glendale residents has decreased by more than fourteen percent since the garden first opened in 1992 and local residents have converted more than 215,000 square feet of turf to Xeriscape, saving an estimated water savings of more than 5 million gallons of water a year.
The recipient of the 2008 Intelligent Use of Water Award will be announced on October 11, 2008 at the Intelligent Use of Water Film Competition where they will be presented with $10,000 in acknowledgment of their contributions toward protecting Earth’s most precious resource.
The winner will be chosen by an esteemed panel of experts that includes: Elizabeth Cutright, editor, Water Efficiency magazine; Dan Stark, executive director of the American Public Gardens Association; Ron Stoltz, director of the School of Landscape Architecture at The University of Arizona; and Marty Eberhardt, executive director of The Water Conservation Garden, winner of the 2007 Intelligent Use of Water Award.
ABOUT RAIN BIRD CORPORATION
Based in Azusa, Calif., Rain Bird Corporation is the leading manufacturer and provider of irrigation products and services. Since its beginnings in 1933, Rain Bird has offered the industry’s broadest range of irrigation products for farms, golf courses, sports arenas, commercial developments and homes in more than 130 countries around the world. Rain Bird has been awarded more than 130 patents, including the first in 1935 for the impact sprinkler. Rain Bird and The Intelligent Use of Water is about using water wisely. Its commitment extends beyond products to education, training and services for the industry and the community. Rain Bird maintains state-of-the-art manufacturing assembly facilities in the United States, France, Sweden and Mexico. www.rainbird.com
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RACO Partners With Z-Space
Two companies work together to provide customized data collection services to the business community.
Blue Ash, OH (PRWEB) August 12, 2008 -- RACO Industries and Z-Space Technologies are joining forces to offer customers a wider variety of data collection software and services. The value-added reseller and software development company are working together to create solutions for applications involving Inventory Management, Route Accounting, Asset Tracking, and Check In/Out, along with custom applications. Solutions Packs can be tailored to suit the business's exact needs at a highly competitive cost. RACO's hardware integration expertise and Z-Space's software development talent combine to make a formidable team providing world class products, services, and support.
"With our customers turning to RACO to provide complete end-to-end data capture (barcode) solutions and the need to seamlessly integrate with their existing systems, we required a highly flexible and scalable information management tool," says Larry Sherman, Manager of RACO's Advanced Solution Group. "Z-Space's flagship product ITScriptNet® provides RACO's integration team, a strong mobile solution for the enterprise."
Solution Pack applications soon to be released includes Survey/Audit, Access Control, Event Registration, File Tracking, Package Tracking, Student Attendance, Student Tracking, Event Scoring, Physical Inventory, and Time & Attendance.
"Working more closely with RACO allows us to benefit from their dedication to customer service and committed resources to AIDC," says Tim James, COO for Z-Space. "Partnering our products and services provides businesses cost-effective options with significant increases in productivity and a quick ROI."
RACO Industries is a leading value-added reseller of wireless data capture equipment, application software, and integration. RACO offers a large array of product lines from a widely diversified vendor base and is ready to meet the needs of any application. For more information, go to www.racoindustries.com or call 1-800-446-1991.
Z-Space Technologies is a software development company specializing in data collection applications. Z-Space's flagship product is ITScriptNet®, a data collection development and communication software package for batch and wireless data collection applications, with installations worldwide.
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Texas Based Crane and Rigging Company Expanding to Accommodate Needs of Petroleum Industry
Bishop Lifting Products, BLP, is adding a department to its Beaumont branch. The new "products" department will sell a variety of crane and rigging equipment currently in demand by petroleum companies operating in the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast region. The products department will work hand in hand with the company's existing services department.
Houston, TX (PRWEB) August 12, 2008 -- The recent oil and gas boom has in turn increased the demand for high quality lifting and rigging products in the petroleum industry. To fulfill this increase in product need, Texas based Bishop Lifting is excited to announce that they are expanding their Beaumont branch to include a Products Department. The new department will offer oil and gas industry clients an extensive list of lifting equipment. Products sold will include wire rope slings, web slings, rigging hardware, wire and synthetic ropes, tie down chains, straps and hoists.
The new division will complement the company's existing Services Department which has operated for many years in Beaumont and the surrounding areas of Jefferson County, Port Arthur, Orange, Lumberton, Sabine Lake and Lake Charles, Louisiana. Bishop Lifting's Beaumont Service Department will continue to offer clients both offshore and land-based inspection, testing, repair and consulting services. Technicians at the Beaumont branch undergo rigorous training and are able to service cranes, slings, hoists and a multitude of oilfield equipment. All rigging gear related work is recorded in a "Rigging Gear Registry" which includes detailed paper and electronic documentation according to ASME B30, API, OSHA 1910/1926, CMAA 70/74 and manufacturer's recommendations.
Bishop Lifting's marketing director David Moseley is excited about the Beaumont expansion and expects the products division to fill a crucial need for oil and gas companies operating in the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast Region. Moseley wants existing and new BLP customers to know that, "the products distributed in the Beaumont branch will carry the same trusted manufacturers' names and BLP quality that customers familiar with the Houston headquarters have come to expect". Some of the popular brands of product sold by Bishop Lifting include Crosby®, Thern®, Teufelberger®, Slingmax®, Campbell® Chain, Coffing® Hoists, Morse-Starrett®, Grignard®, Hillman Rollers®, Newco®, Capital Safety®, Klien Tools®, McKissick®, Renfroe® Wire Rope Industries, LTD and many others
Bishop Lifting Products, Inc. is a Texas Based company that has been manufacturing and distributing crane and lifting services and products for nearly a quarter of a century. They currently have over 100 dedicated employees throughout Texas, Louisiana and the Rocky Mountains who are ready to help companies and resellers in heavy lifting industries worldwide.
For more information about the exciting expansion of the Beaumont branch of BLP, contact David Moseley today at (800) 972-1041 toll free or log on to www.lifting.com
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LATISTA Executive VP to present at CMAA national conference
Christopher Ramsey, Executive Vice President of LATISTA Technologies, will be a featured speaker at the Construction Managers Association of America (CMAA) National Conference in San Francisco this October. He will demonstrate the construction applications of portable computers and web-based management software.
Reston, VA (PRWEB) August 11, 2008 -- Christopher Ramsey, Executive Vice President of LATISTA Technologies, will be a featured speaker at the Construction Managers Association of America (CMAA) National Conference in San Francisco this October to follow up a previous presentation given at the CMAA Leadership Forum in Baltimore in May 2008.
Mr. Ramsey's presentation, "Implementing Mobile Talent PCs and Web Tools for Quality Management and Commission," will demonstrate the use of portable computers and web-based mobile software on a construction job site that will reduce time spent noting and resolving issues related to quality, commission and punch lists as well as conducting quality and safety inspections and filing field reports. Audience members will also learn how software systems can store plans and drawings for markup, take photos for documentation, synchronize information and automatically generate reports for building owners, engineers, and subcontractors. Tablet PCs will be available for attendees to experience their benefits over pen and paper.
Mr. Ramsey will also detail how construction industry leaders have experienced the cost-savings benefits of construction management software in their reduction of office staff, elimination of paperwork, and decrease in inspection times. Audience members should come away from the presentation appreciating the benefits of a mobile software solution that reduces turnaround time from days or weeks to mere hours.
The CMAA National Conference is scheduled for October 12-14 at the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero Hotel in San Francisco where Mr. Ramsey will present on October 14 at 3:30 p.m. as an Emerging Technologies expert. LATISTA Technologies will also be on display during the conference trade show in booth 112. Conference registration is still available online at the CMAA website.
About LATISTA Technologies
LATISTA has been a leader in mobile and web-based field management software and services since its founding in Reston, Virginia, in 2001. Its software is used by top 200 contractors and top 50 owners worldwide to reduce project costs and risks by eliminating redundancy, enhancing collaboration among project participants, and allowing more thorough analysis of project performance.
Media Contact
Nat Moes, Marketing Communications Manager
(703) 391-1070x155, nmoes(at)latista.com
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The Marketing Directors, Inc. Tapped To Oversee Sales At Five New York City Residential Buildings
The Marketing Directors, Inc. has been appointed marketing and exclusive sales agent for five new luxury residential buildings located throughout New York City. The signature buildings include 254 Park Avenue South; The Fairchild in TriBeCa; 34 Leonard in TriBeCa; Centria located adjacent to Rockefeller Center; and The Classic at Kew Gardens in Queens.
New York, NY (PRWEB) August 11, 2008 -- The Marketing Directors, Inc. has been appointed marketing and exclusive sales agent for five new luxury residential buildings located throughout New York City.
The signature buildings include 254 Park Avenue South, 167 premium homes in a 14-story building rising in Manhattan's vibrant Flatiron neighborhood; The Fairchild, 21 exclusive residences housed in a distinctive nine-story building in TriBeCa; 34 Leonard, 16 loft-like homes located in an eight-story building in TriBeCa; Centria, 152 residences in a 34-story building situated adjacent to Rockefeller Center; and The Classic at Kew Gardens, 52 condominium homes located in this fashionable Queens neighborhood.
"We're delighted to have been chosen to handle the exclusive sales of these extraordinary residential properties," notes Jacqueline Urgo, President of The Marketing Directors, Inc.
"Today's real estate and economic climates require an even greater emphasis on conceiving and executing comprehensive marketing and sales programs that are innovative, creative and credible. We're confident that our experience in leading clients through similar market conditions will prove to be a tremendous asset as we execute these unique campaigns."
254 Park Avenue South is a newly renovated condominium complete with all the desired amenities and services of new construction, yet is located in the vibrant Flatiron neighborhood along Park Avenue South and 20th Street. The thoughtfully-designed residences feature sensational City views enhanced by oversized windows. Developed by Rosen Partners, LLC, the luxury building features studios-to-two-bedroom residences priced from $560,000. Amenities include 24-hour concierge, a fitness center, an exclusive "Park Lounge" featuring poker and pool tables, bar and social environment; all custom designed by Charles Allem.
Sales will begin later this year at The Fairchild, a new collection of 21 spectacular townhomes, penthouses and lofts -- many with private outdoor space -- ideally located at 415 Washington Street in TriBeCa. Developed by Atlantic Walk Vestry, the distinctive nine-story building features a traditional warm brick façade with oversized arched windows that reflect the industrial age of 19th century New York. Prices are expected to range from $1,965,000 to $8,995,000.
Several sales have already been recorded at 34 Leonard. Located on the corner of West Broadway and Leonard Street in TriBeCa, the new building from R Squared Real Estate Partners features one-to-four-bedroom homes offering from 1,541 to 3,086 square feet of living space. Prices range from $1,975,00 to 7,995,000. Amenities include a 24-hour Doorman, Personal Art Consultant, entrance gallery with original video art by Jennifer Steinkamp, Fitness Center, Pet Spa, climate controlled wine cellar and tasting room (300 wine bottle storage per home), resident storage, and a landscaped roof top terrace with a barbecue/prep bar, outdoor shower and sun area.
The Marketing Directors was engaged to sell a select group of homes at J.D. Carlisle Development's 152-home Centria, which is currently 90% sold. Located across from the Rockefeller Center promenade, the building features studios-to-two-bedroom homes that were designed as pied a terres for local and European buyers who wanted the convenience of the location in the heart of this prominent business district. Remaining residences are priced from $1,200,000. Amenities include a fitness center; conference room with video conferencing capabilities and fully- equipped Business Center; private dining room with adjacent catering kitchen; separately-ventilated Cigar Lounge; Residents Lounge overlooking Rockefeller Plaza with gracious seating area; and two intimate landscaped terraces.
Sales are underway at The Classic at Kew Gardens, a new luxury condominium being developed by the family-owned Kamali Organization. The six-story building perfectly blends old world charm with modern amenities due to a unique architectural design that combines four newly added floors with two existing levels that all pay homage to the English Colonial design commonly found in Kew Gardens. The one-to-three-bedroom homes feature from 574 to 1,385 square feet of living space at prices that begin in the mid-$300,000s. Amenities include a doorman, fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, a children's playroom and a social lounge.
About The Marketing Directors
Founded in 1980 by Adrienne Albert, The Marketing Directors, Inc. specializes in the marketing and sales of new, high-end residential real estate developments. The Manhattan-based firm has served clients on a range of projects, from single-family homes to high-density, multi-use developments in locations across the country. Currently, The Marketing Directors employs in excess of 170 employees and boasts more than $20 billion in real estate sales. The firm is part of the Ryness family of companies, which has earned a stellar reputation since 1975 during the planning, designing, marketing and sales of more than 175,000 homes in over 2,000 communities.
For more information on The Marketing Directors, call 212-826-8822 or visit www.themarketingdirectorsinc.com
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In the Dark About How to Pick Window Treatments? PaylessDecor.com Announces Redesign That Sheds Light on Decorating
Payless Décor LLC announces the redesign of its online store, PaylessDecor.com, which makes it easier for expert and beginner decorators to explore window treatment design ideas. The site throws open the shades on home decorating with hundreds of products and ideas for interesting window treatments, all in one place.
(PRWEB) August 11, 2008 -- Payless Décor LLC announces a redesign of PaylessDecor.com that should enlighten customers who feel they're in the dark about home décor. In addition to an easy-to-navigate showroom, the discount window treatment retailer offers its online shoppers free samples and photo galleries that illustrate design ideas for window treatments.
According to Payless Décor Chief Executive Officer Seth Roseman, individuals with little knowledge about how to pick window treatments should find the updated site helpful.
"Our site is designed to demonstrate to a customer that they can make their blind or shade purchase online and easily," explained Payless Décor CEO Seth Roseman. "With our new site design, our intention is to create a pleasant purchase process that drives an excellent overall experience - from browsing the products to ordering the free samples, all the way through installation."
Products sold at PaylessDecor.com include contemporary kitchen and bathroom window treatments, bamboo blinds and bay window drapery treatments, among dozens of other types of decor. Roller shades for windows are gaining in popularity among Payless Décor customers, and the company recently added rugs to its long list of products, said Roseman.
Site visitors can view a variety of treatment styles in Payless Décor's photo galleries to gather design ideas. For window treatments in non-standard dimensions, or ones that must fit unusual spaces, customization options are also available.
All customers receive free shipping on their orders and the support of 24-hour customer service. "And by purchasing online, they not only get an excellent product, but also receive a terrific price," Roseman added, referring to the online store's 110 percent guarantee and discounts on large orders.
"Our focus is providing an excellent product at a reasonable price," Roseman said.
For energy-conscious home owners interested in window treatments that keep light out and insulate the home from heat, PaylessDecor.com also features sun blocking window shades such as heat-absorbing cordless cellular shades and lined curtains and drapes.
Professional or amateur home decorators who wish to keep up with what's new in window treatments can get assistance on how to pick window treatments. For more information visit the redesigned showroom at PaylessDecor.com.
About Payless Décor LLC:
Payless Décor LLC, a leading Internet retailer of stunning window treatments, was founded in 2002 to provide home owners and decorators with inexpensive window treatments. Products in the company's online store, PaylessDecor.com, include window blinds, shades, drapes, window curtains and easy-to-navigate photo galleries that inspire design ideas for window treatments.
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PremierGarage Provides Additional Incentive to Enhance Your Garage with the “Ultimate Give-A-Way”
PHOENIX (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) August 11, 2008 -- PremierGarage, the nation’s largest garage enhancement provider, is providing homeowners a new incentive to upgrade or transform their garages. With the newly launched “The Ultimate Give-A-Way,” customers have the chance to win exciting prizes, including a new Mercedes-Benz, cash and gas cards.
The contest runs from August 1 through October 31, 2008. To be eligible, a customer must make a minimum PremierGarage purchase of $500 (net of taxes) and register online, or fill out and submit a 3”x5” entry card to a designated post office box in advance of the contest deadline.* Prizes include a 24-month lease on a 2008 C300 Sports Sedan from Mercedes-Benz and the chance to win an additional $25,000 in cash. Two second prize winners will each receive a $1,000 gas card.
“PremierGarage helps transform what can be the most neglected room in the house to a beautiful, organized and livable space,” said Vice President of Sales and Business Development Brad Randolph. “Not only do discerning homeowners benefit from our durable and high-quality cabinetry and flooring systems, they now have the added chance to park a Mercedes Benz in their newly enhanced garage.”
*Visit www.premiergarage.com for sweepstakes rules and details. Contact your nearest PremierGarage location to schedule a free in-home design consultation.
About PremierGarage
PremierGarage specializes in residential floor coatings, cabinetry and organizational systems utilizing state-of-the-art materials and technologies. It set the industry standard for durability and quality by creating innovative products with lasting beauty. Founded in Arizona in 1999, PremierGarage has nearly 100 locations in the U.S. and Canada, and has been recognized as one of America’s 500 fastest growing companies and one of the 50 fastest growing franchises.
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Marketing and Internet Solutions Firm Comtactics Selected to Manage Marketing and Equipment Installation Contract
Comtactics, an emerging marketing and Internet solution firm based in Dayton, Ohio, has been selected by a Cincinnati church to manage the purchase and installation of new equipment.
Dayton, Ohio (PRWEB) August 11, 2008 -- Bishop Victor Couzens of Inspirational Baptist Church in Cincinnati, Ohio, has selected Comtactics (www.Comtactics.net) to manage the church's purchase and installation of more than $400,000 worth of equipment. Comtactics will oversee operations as the church builds upon its community, which will include a skating rink and sports complex.
Included in the installation will be a custom-designed podium that will rise from the bottom of a stage at the click of a remote-controlled button.
"Bishop was looking for someone to provide a classy design with high-tech features, and he was very clear that he did not want to compromise on the sound quality," says Sean E. Fields, co-founder of Comtactics. "With this partnership, Comtactics will provide Inspirational Baptist Church the quality, professional service necessary to effectively complete such an important endeavor."
Couzens selected Comtactics because the company provided "the most detailed proposal out of all those who bid on the contract." Couzens "was also impressed with their track record and client reference response."
In addition to the equipment installation contract, Couzens has partnered with Comtactics to become the official spiritual guide for the company's community Web site, ChurchOhio.com, which provides information for individuals and churches looking for the latest Christian news in the Ohio area.
Founded in 2004 by husband and wife team Sean and Shawntay Fields, Comtactics is a choice firm for businesses targeting the urban and multicultural market. As part of its efforts, Comtactics provides audio/video installation and custom designs for customers looking to set themselves apart.
"The urban market is an underground vibe that constantly reflects world peace or adversity. Therefore, you cannot target it -- you have to become one with it and cater to its current position. The urban market is too unorthodox for traditional strategies," Sean E. Fields says.
Comtactics co-founder Shawntay agrees.
"Consumers are no longer passive. This has become a world of customer participation: they blog, they share news and information over the Internet, they YouTube their video … if you want to get the attention of today's consumer, you have to allow them to engage in the process," Shawntay Fields says.
For more information about Comtactics or its contract with Inspirational Baptist Church, visit www.Comtactics.net.
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Comtactics Llc
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Toll Free: 1.800.975.5161
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Keeping Industrial Clients Cool Creating a Hot Demand In Houston Job Market
Custom Air Products and Services, a company that provides custom HVAC products and services for petrochemical and marine Industries, is looking to hire engineers, electricians and other skilled workers.
Houston (PRWEB) August 11, 2008 -- The industrial and offshore industries are booming right now, with many companies needing to fill key positions to crew offshore oil rigs and industrial petrochemical plants. But the boom is also creating jobs and growth in other fields, including those companies that specialize in the design, manufacturing, installation and service of HVAC equipment and systems.
Houston based Custom Air Products and Services, Inc. announced today that it is aggressively looking for new employees in order to fulfill their existing orders and new contracts. The oil and gas economy has caused an increased demand on their unique company which designs, builds and services portable HVAC equipment for use on oil rigs and industrial facilities around the world.
Custom Air Products and Services, Inc. President Taylor Norris says his company is in critical need for all positions ranging from electrical and mechanical engineers to draftsmen, cad operators, service personnel and sheet metal installers. "Not only am I concerned about filling positions to cover existing orders," explains Norris, "but new orders are coming in every day. In order to keep up with our expanding business, we need to immediately expand our staff." The company has increased its business by 25% since last year, largely due to it's expertise in designing and building severe duty HVAC air conditioners. These units are essential on oil rigs and petrochemical plants in order to keep sensitive computers and equipment cool.
The ever increasing demand for fossil fuel has many oil companies going back to oil rigs that were once abandoned and not considered economically feasible when oil was $50 a barrel. At the current sky rocketing price, companies can afford to drill at high risk and marginal sites. "These rigs are being upgraded with the latest computer technology and with all that new equipment comes the need for a reliable HVAC system that will keep it cool and safe," says Norris.
In addition to oil rigs, Custom Air Products and Services, Inc. also manufacture air conditioning, pressurization and refrigeration systems to withstand extreme conditions and special electrical classifications at petrochemical facilities. These types of units differ from others because they have stronger coils, a blower and filtration system that doesn't produce sparks, specific electrical classifications and a stronger body casing that is often explosion proof.
Top economists predict the oil boom to last for the next 15 to 20 years. The demand for custom and portable cooling units created by the boom will only grow as well. Because of this demand, it is vital that Custom Air Products and Services, Inc. grow its staff. A list of current job openings can be found at www.customairproducts.com. The company offers competitive salaries, annual reviews, healthcare, retirement, paid sick days and vacations.
Custom Air Products and Services is a Houston based, full service HVAC Company that specializes in the design, construction, installation, modification and servicing of industrial and commercial air conditioning units.
Sarah Greer
Directory One Marketing
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Ocean Quest Pools Receives 2008 Best of Austin Award
Ocean Quest Pools has been selected for the 2008 Best of Austin Award in the Swimming Pools category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA). The 2008 USLBA Award Program focused on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USLBA and data provided by third parties.
Washington, DC (PRWEB) August 11, 2008 -- Ocean Quest Pools has been selected for the 2008 Best of Austin Award in the Swimming Pools category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA).
The USLBA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USLBA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.
founded in 1983, Ocean Quest Pools is no stranger to winning awards. At last count, Ocean Quest Pools had received more than 166 awards for quality and design excellence. "We've always pushed the envelope on cutting edge design," stated Sandy Vollentine, the owner of Ocean Quest Pools. "It's nice to know that our work is being recognized."
Ocean Quest Pools is credited for bringing the concept of "vanishing edge" pools to central Texas in the 1980s. They also pioneered the natural/rugged free-form lagoon style swimming pool, well in advance of their competition. Ocean Quest was recognized as one of the countries top 50 pool builders by industry magazine Pool & Spa News. More information is available at www.OceanQuest.com, or by calling 512-258-7379.
Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2008 USLBA Award Program focused on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USLBA and data provided by third parties.
About U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA)
U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA) is a Washington D.C. based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USLBA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.
The USLBA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.
SOURCE: U.S. Local Business Association
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Mining for Diamonds in Today's Commercial Real Estate Market
"Diamonds in the Rough," the firm's most recent podcast, examines the current commercial real estate environment based on a variation of the four Cs used to evaluate what a popular song from 1949 called "a girl's best friend." However, instead of relying on cut, color, clarity, and carat, commercial real estate investors need to assess the current market based on clarity, conviction, cash, and closings.
(PRWEB) August 10, 2008 -- In its continuing effort to help developers and investors transact business efficiently and profitably, Richmond-based John B. Levy & Company has produced another in a series of podcasts that explains trends and issues affecting the commercial real estate market.
"Diamonds in the Rough," the firm's most recent podcast, examines the current commercial real estate environment based on a variation of the four Cs used to evaluate what a popular song from 1949 called "a girl's best friend." However, instead relying on cut, color, clarity, and carat, commercial real estate investors need to assess the current market based on clarity, conviction, cash, and closings.
"Normal markets possess all four of these features--clarity, conviction, cash, and closings," says Andrew Little, a principal at John B. Levy & Company. "Today, we're lucky to have one. Even in the depths of the RTC crisis, we had motivated sellers and opportunistic buyers who could find cash. They closed on some unbelievable long-term investments. Now, everyone is foggy headed. We have reluctant, emotional sellers, and buyers are acting like carrion beetles."
Several factors explain the lack of clarity. The high cost of gas and groceries affects nearly everyone, including retailers, so there's growing concern over retail rents and vacancies. With many condos standing empty, investors are wondering about the direction of apartment rents. The changing costs of transportation and imports affect warehouse and industrial markets. And as employment levels continue to shrink, office vacancies and rents become an issue.
"As for conviction, that's missing, too," Little says. "Lenders have increased pricing to the point that nothing's getting done. Private equity groups are loaded with cash. But why invest today when prices could be lower tomorrow? Tenants, meanwhile, are at a standstill. Retailers are scrapping plans to expand, even closing stores. And who wants to commit to more office space?"
Cash is a story of haves and have-nots. Nearly every corporation today--from GE to GM, Fannie to Freddie--is focused on liquidity. Few lenders are growing their portfolios, and most are trying to manage or reduce their exposure. As the amount of cash available for deals shrinks, the price of capital is rising for developers and lenders alike.
Without clarity, conviction, and cash, closings are out of the question. For that to happen, banks that are short on cash need to clean up their balance sheets and sell assets, perhaps at a discount.
"Today, the market is placing a premium on liquidity," says Little, "and that can work for both lenders and developers. For now, there's nothing we can do about clarity. But there is cash for high quality transactions, and conviction is up to the individual. Investors who make money in this environment will be the ones who get three of the four Cs. They'll secure cash and, because of strong conviction, they'll see their deals through to closing."
Firm Background
John B. Levy & Company, Inc. is a real estate investment-banking firm headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. The firm has structured over $3.5 billion in financing for developers and owners of commercial and multi-family projects nationwide, often investing its own proprietary funds into transactions with its clients. Mr. Levy is the originator and author of the Barron's/John B. Levy & Company National Mortgage Survey, which Barron's published for 23 years. This monthly survey tracks more than 30 of the country's largest institutional investors, as well as buyers and sellers of commercial mortgage-backed securities, He is also co-creator of The Giliberto-Levy Commercial Mortgage Performance Index (sm), the first and pre-eminent index to measure and analyze the performance of investments in the commercial mortgage industry. Mr. Levy is also a member of the Board of Directors of Anthracite Capital Inc. (NYSE: AHR), a New York Stock Exchange REIT managed by BlackRock, Inc.
For more information about John B. Levy & Company, please visit the firm's website at www.jblevyco.com or call Andrew Little at 804-644-2000, extension 260.
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Improvement Direct Launches American Red Cross Promotion
Intern Project of Internet Home Improvement Retailer Targets Disaster Relief Across the Country
Chico, CA (PRWEB) August 10, 2008 -- Improvement Direct, No. 148 Internet Retailer Top 500 Guide, announces today the launch of their American Red Cross Promotion. During the week long promotion, lasting August 11-17, Improvement Direct will donate 3% of all purchases from www.LightingDirect.com to the Red Cross Disaster Relief fund. The promotion, which began as a project for the summer interns, stemmed from the company's desire to help Americans affected by natural disasters around the country, and the wildfires happening in Improvement Directs Northern California area.
"I am very excited about this promotion and the opportunity to help those in need," said Julie Gardner, V.P. of Vendor Relations. "We very much appreciate the overwhelming response from our vendors' desire to get involved as well. We are hoping to make a significant contribution, and we appreciate our key partners which are helping to make this happen." Improvement Direct is being supported by Kichler, Quoizel, Murray Feiss, Sea Gull, Emerson, and Monte Carlo lighting companies who are matching Lighting Directs donation to the Red Cross.
Customers can contribute to this promotion by going to www.LightingDirect.com and purchasing one of the many varieties of competitively-priced lighting fixtures. "It is the chance to make a change in the world and help those in need that inspires us to make this fund raiser as successful as possible," said Diane Russell, Copywriting Intern, summer 2008.
About Improvement Direct
Headquartered in Chico, California, Improvement Direct has established itself as a groundbreaking and prominent home improvement e-tailer. Improvement Direct creates a unique web experience, encouraging customers to explore a diverse range of "niche" stores within its network. This eCommerce company is focused on continual growth within the home improvement industry and is among the category leaders in Plumbing, Lighting, Door Hardware, and Venting. For more information on Improvement Direct please visit the corporate website at: http://corp.improvementdirect.com.
About the American Red Cross
All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. You can help the victims of thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like the Three Rivers Wildfires in Northern California, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, which enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of disaster. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. Call 1-800-REDCROSS or 1-800-257-7575 (Spanish). Contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013. Internet users can make a secure online contribution by visiting www.redcross.org. For more information about the American Red Cross, please visit www.redcross.org.
Contact: Marissa Colwell, Public Relations, Improvement Direct, (800) 375-3403 x430
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Los Angeles's Newest and Trendiest Remodeling Agency
Benmo Design is Los Angeles's newest and trendiest Remodeling agency. From Remodeling to Designing to Kitchen and Bath products Benmo Design caters to a more modern customer.
Los Angeles, CA (Bluehost/PRWEB ) August 10, 2008 -- Benmo Design is L.A.s newest and trendiest remodeling agency. From their Bath and Kitchen products to their Bath and Kitchen designs Benmo Design caters to a more modern customer.
Benmo design has been in the field of remodeling for over 25 years. They have recently opened up their new online store to the public. Their products cater to your kitchen, bath, and flooring needs.
Benmo has relized after 25 years it was time to expand to reach more customers. Benmo has revolutionized his remodeling and design team to think outside the box and forget about the convential styles.
Realizing that they are loosing money to stores selling Kitchen, Bath, and Flooring products Benmo decided to import its own products directly from the manufacture which inturn saved its customers money. Benmo has now opened up its online store to the public.
Ranging from the newest and most modern sinks to a more classical faucet look they have it all.
Visit them on the web at BenmoDesign.com or give them a call at 323.319.2733 for more information
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Creaser/O'Brien Architects is Pleased to Announce that Keith Nelson, Associate AIA, Has Been Awarded the Designation of Certified Green Professional (CGP)
This designation, administered by the NAHB University of Housing, identifies Keith as a professional with knowledge of proven strategies for incorporating green building principles into home design and construction methods. Combining these advanced methods with Creaser/O'Brien's history of award winning residential design performance, we can provide a new level of comprehensive services to our homebuilder clients.
Washington, DC (PRWEB) August 10, 2008 -- Creaser/O'Brien Architects can provide the following professional services which can include:
* Evaluate your new or current home designs for compliance to the NAHB Green Building Guidelines or the LEED for Homes building program…homebuilders may already be building GREEN and may be missing out on a critical marketing edge!
* Facilitate and assist in expediting the inspections and testing process to attain various levels of recognized certification.
* Advise your staff and field personnel in obtaining green building educational resources.
* Alert and apprise homebuilders about new and emerging technology, products, and trends in this constantly expanding market that indicates an increasing demand by homebuyers for sustainable and environmentally friendly new home.
Since 1978, the principals at Creaser/O'Brien Architects (COA) have provided a full range of Architectural and Planning Services to distinguished clients in the Mid-Atlantic region. The Corporation's principals continue to be personally active in all phases of the project design and management, overseeing a staff of architects, designers and support personnel.
Randy Creaser and Jay O'Brien, along with project coordinator Ricardo Ramos, have established reputations for providing innovative, high quality architectural services to an impressive roster of clients in both the public and private sectors, including Federal GSA, Montgomery County Government, and Habitat for Humanity.
Having won over 50 Mounument Awards, Creaser/O'Brien Architects has demonstrated creative design abilities for residential homebuilders including Craftstar Homes, Stanley Martin, Miller and Smith, Van Metre Companies, Brookfield Homes, Kettler Brothers Homes and many local developers and builders. Also included in our award winning designs are custom homes from 9,000 square feet to the green (the not so big house) flexible-space homes at under 2000 square feet. For a look at some of our portfolio of homes, visit us at www.creaserobrien.com
For over thirty years we have met our clients' diverse needs in the fields of planning, architectural design and engineering with a comprehensive package of responsible professional design services which effectively implement projects from conceptual design though construction and occupancy. As a small business, founded in 1996, COA and it's team of engineering consultants have completed architectural planning and design for new facilities and renovations of existing buildings along with engineered upgrades of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems for government, institutional, business and residential clients.
Creaser/O'Brien Architects is also an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council
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Building Knowledge Inc. Selected by U.S. Green Building Council to Serve Minnesota Green Home Construction Market
Minneapolis based Building Knowledge Inc. has been selected by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) to serve the Minnesota market as a LEED for Homes Provider. LEED for Homes certification provides third-party assurance to homebuyers that their home complies with rigorous technical requirements for energy and water efficiency, indoor air quality, non-toxic materials, and environmental performance. Building Knowledge Inc. (BKI) is a leading developer of national programs, educational, training, and marketing materials on homebuilding best practices and has trained and consulted with thousands of builders and residential construction professionals.
Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) August 9, 2008 -- Minneapolis based Building Knowledge Inc. has been selected by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) to serve the local market as a LEED for Homes Provider. LEED for Homes is national third-party certification system for energy efficient, healthy, green homes. LEED for Homes Providers are selected by USGBC based on their demonstrated experience and expertise in green homebuilding as well as their commitment to their local community. Providers are responsible for serving as a resource for builders and for overseeing qualified green home raters who complete the onsite reviews required for certification under LEED.
"We have a passion for helping people and companies improve the quality of homes - homes that are durable, comfortable, safe, and healthy, and that are better for the environment and the economy," said Ed VonThoma, President of Building Knowledge Inc. "Building Knowledge provides technical, marketing and verification support services to builders along with third-party verification services, including both on-site reviews and performance testing necessary for LEED certification."
LEED for Homes certification provides third-party assurance to homebuyers that their home complies with rigorous technical requirements for energy and water efficiency, indoor air quality, non-toxic materials, and environmental performance. Typical green home features include high efficiency heating and cooling systems and windows; nontoxic paints and adhesives; recycled and renewable building materials; and drought-resistant landscaping that does not require irrigation.
Building Knowledge Inc. (BKI) is an industry-leading privately held company of building experts and educators, whose mission is to provide ideas and solutions to improve the quality of homes. Our team consists of some of the industry's leading experts in: Green building; Building science; Designing, building and selling high performance homes; and Mechanical and systems engineering. We're proud to say that some of the industry's best building experts and educators work with BKI. It's our team's experience that allows us to help our clients to build better homes, and better businesses.
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Hanley Wood Announces the Launch of ebuildTV and CONCRETE CONSTRUCTIONTV
Hanley Wood's BuildTV launches its newest Web TV channels, ebuildTV and CONCRETE CONSTRUCTIONTV, delivering exclusive video coverage on the latest products and trends in the residential and commercial construction industries.
Washington DC (PRWEB) August 9, 2008 -- Hanley Wood, LLC, the leading media and information company serving the residential and commercial construction industries, announces the launch of ebuildTV and CONCRETE CONSTRUCTIONTV.
Hanley Wood's BuildTV launches its newest channel, ebuildTV, with an exclusive episode from the ebuild/BUILDING PRODUCTS Editorial Director, Jean Dimeo. In ebuildTV's premier episode, Dimeo debuts the latest bathroom product trends, including water-conserving toilets and the increasing demand for matching bathroom accessories.
ebuildTV is the latest feature on ebuild.com, the online destination for residential construction pros searching for product information, sourcing new products and trends, learning to do their jobs faster and safer, and connecting professionals with product manufacturers, experts and peers. A dedicated e-mail to more than 100,000 opt-in subscribers will announce ebuildTV's launch and the future release of all new episodes. As the online extension of BUILDING PRODUCTS magazine, ebuild generates more then 170,000 unique visitors each month. Together, BUILDING PRODUCTS and ebuild are the comprehensive source of information on the latest products and trends for builders and remodelers.
Hanley Wood's BuildTV also debuts CONCRETE CONSTRUCTIONTV to deliver products, trends and best practice coverage to the growing concrete construction market. With licensed video content, CONCRETE CONSTRUCTIONTV launches with a detailed presentation on how fly ash can reduce CO2 emissions and how it works with cement.
CONCRETE CONSTRUCTIONTV is a groundbreaking addition to the CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION Web site, the industry's most comprehensive and authoritative source of technical and how-to information for concrete construction and repair. A dedicated e-mail to more than 40,000 opt-in subscribers will announce the launch of CONCRETE CONSTRUCTIONTV and the release of all future episodes. As the Web component of CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION magazine, the site generates more than 30,000 unique visitors each month.
Hanley Wood's BuildTV is an online video platform that provides industry professionals with up-to-date, on-demand information. Each episode features successful business tips, solutions to common industry problems and the latest product information. Hanley Wood's BuildTV was recently announced a winner in min's 2008 Best of the Web Awards for best overall use of video on a site.
To learn more about Hanley Wood's BuildTV visit buildtv.com.
About Hanley Wood
Hanley Wood, LLC, is the premier media and information company serving housing and construction. Through four operating divisions, the company produces award-winning magazines and Web sites, marquee trade shows and events, rich data and custom marketing solutions. The company also is North America's leading publisher of home plans. Hanley Wood Business Media (Washington, D.C.), publishes 36 award-winning residential and commercial construction titles, including Builder, Remodeling, Custom Home, Concrete Construction and residential architect. Hanley Wood Business Media also offers the construction industry's foremost collection of Web sites, including Builder Online, Remodeling Online, and ebuild, the comprehensive online guide to building products, as well as the largest collection of house plans online through ePlans.com and Dream Home Source.
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Paterson Named Group Human Resource Manager for DORMA Group North America
DORMA Group North America (DGNA) has appointed Jim Paterson as Group Human Resource Manager. He will be responsible for managing human resource functions for DGNA business units including DORMA Architectural Hardware, DORMA Glas, DORMA Entrance Systems and Modernfold Inc.
Reamstown, Pa. (PRWEB) August 9, 2008 -- DORMA Group North America (DGNA) ( www.dorma-usa.com ) has appointed Jim Paterson as Group Human Resource Manager. He will be responsible for managing human resource functions for DGNA business units including DORMA Architectural Hardware, DORMA Glas, DORMA Entrance Systems and Modernfold Inc.
Working with human resource managers within each division, Paterson will continue to develop employee training programs to improve performance and hone leadership skills. In addition, he will help align policies and procedures for more than 900 employees throughout North America.
"Paterson has over two decades of experience in human resources with premier manufacturing and service organizations and will be key in the growth and development of the DGNA companies," says Larry O'Toole, President of DGNA.
Paterson is a graduate of the University of Toronto with a degree in Human Resource Management and is a Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP).
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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Greenblock ICF Wall Systems…Meeting the Growing Green Demand in Arizona
Residential and commercial construction industries will benefit from Insulated Concrete Form wall systems.
Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) August 9, 2008 -- Greenblock Worldwide Corporation (www.greenblock.com), a leader and pioneer in the insulated concrete form (ICF) industry, announced that they have begun marketing their ICF products and installation services in Arizona. With their roots in Europe, the company has been promoting the use of their ICFs as an energy saving alternative to stick frame and concrete block construction, for the last forty years.
"Greenblock was Green before Green was cool," says Paul DeNigris, Southwest Territory Manager for Greenblock. "ICF construction is a logical choice for this area with its extreme summer temperatures. Homes and buildings built with ICF wall systems are super energy efficient, clean, quiet and comfortable. And home and building owners can have the satisfaction of knowing they're doing their part to conserve our resources here in Arizona," continued DeNigris.
Insulated concrete forms are a 'stay in place' insulated wall forming system made of three primary components; high R-value expanded polystyrene foam, rigid plastic ties and steel-reinforced poured concrete. The use of ICF's began more than a half century ago and is continuing to gain popularity throughout the construction industry -- especially now because of its Green attributes.
Greenblock's commitment to energy saving, sustainable building practices encompasses both residential and commercial structures. As members of the USGBC and NAHB, Greenblock is dedicated to providing green building solutions to builders and developers who desire to minimize the environmental impact of their projects. According to a recent Mc-Graw Hill Construction research report, "today's corporate leaders are already very conscious of using green practices when considering new facilities, and they expect green building to have an increasing impact on the future."
The bulk of a commercial building's environmental footprint is caused by the energy consumed in the heating and cooling of the structure over its lifetime. The high performance thermal envelope provided by Greenblock ICF construction can offer significant contribution towards reducing the energy consumption needed to control the interior climate of the building. Additionally, the lack of air infiltration and the resistance to moisture through the exterior walls eliminates the growth of mold and pests penetration thus creating a healthy indoor environment that promotes increased employee productivity due to the reduction of sick days.
Projects seeking a green certification from the United States Green Building Council, NAHB or Green Building Initiative, benefit from involving Greenblock ICFs with their project. Greenblock insulated concrete forms are:
Energy Efficient
The expandable polystyrene foam in a Greenblock wall provides a consistent R-24 Thermal Resistance over the life of the product. Coupled with the thermal mass characteristics of concrete, as well as the lack of air infiltration in an ICF wall, the Greenblock system provides a wall comparable to that of an R-50 wood-framed or CMU wall. ICF structures are up to 70% cheaper to heat and 50% cheaper to cool than traditional wood frame or concrete block construction.
Sound Resistant
Structures using Greenblock achieve documented levels of STC (Sound Transmission Classifications) 50 (inaudible) or higher. Wood frame and CMU structures are typically rated an average STC 25, meaning people inside of the structure can hear and understand voices outside the structure. Outside noise such as traffic, airplanes, construction and even lawnmowers and leaf blowers are greatly reduced, making the structure a quiet, peaceful sanctuary.
Strong and Safe
Greenblock structures are much stronger than traditional building methods and materials. They provide exceptional protection from severe forces of nature, such as hurricanes and tornados. Greenblock foundation walls resist cracking and buckling up to five times better than concrete block walls. Greenblock walls are built with steel-reinforced concrete and fire-resisting expanded polystyrene foam, and they have a 2 to 4 hour fire rating depending on which product is used. ICF structures also improve indoor air quality by eliminating the holes and crevices that can trap moisture and foster mold and mildew growth.
Environmentally Friendly
The decision to construct with Greenblock ICFs is an environmentally responsible choice. Buildings constructed with ICFs significantly reduce the negative impact on the environment through sustainable site-planning, energy-efficiency, lower HVAC requirements and improved indoor air quality.(Builders can earn up to 20 LEED points). Greenblock ICFs are non-toxic; using no CFCs, HCFCs or formaldehydes, the absence of "off-gassing" eliminates the possibility of air pollution or ozone depletion.
(Greenblock is the only ICF company to offer in-house ICF wall installation services to make it easy to transition from traditional building methods).
About Greenblock, Inc.
Greenblock's (www.greenblock.com) roots originated in Europe over 30 years ago and moved to the United States and Canada in the late 1980's. With several integral modifications from the time of its inception, today's Greenblock continues to be the superior choice for high efficiency wall systems, noted for outstanding design and ease of use. Over the years, a significant number of structures have been built with Greenblock. Projects that range from stem walls, basements, single and multi-story residences, apartments, condominiums, schools, hospitals, towers and even swimming pools. Government agencies and utility companies are now recognizing the superior features of insulated form-built structures and are beginning to recommend its use for environmental and energy conservation benefits.
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Roofing Contractor Launches New Website For Dallas Metro Area Homeowners
Arrington Roofing, A Dallas Roofing company, today announced the launch of www.ArringtonRoofing.com as an information portal for Dallas area home owners to find information about roofing and roof repair information.
Dallas, TX (PRWEB) August 9, 2008 -- Arrington Roofing today announced the launch of www.ArringtonRoofing.com as an information portal for Dallas area home owners to find information about roofing and roof repair information. With articles being added almost every day and an online monthly newsletter of home remodeling tips the website is anticipated to quickly become the Dallas's primary resource web site for roofing information.
Future plans include educational guides on selecting a roofing contractor, professional advice from expert roofing contractors, and a question and answer forum for Dallas homeowners.
The web site will be an invaluable resource for Dallas area homeowners in finding accessible information to address their home roofing needs. Information will be efficiently categorized for easy navigation.
Chris Arrington, owner of Arrington Roofing stated, "Our goal for the website is to be the best home and family resource guide for assisting all homeowners in the Dallas metro area, with the depth of knowledge and resources www.ArringtonRoofing.com offers is unparalleled."
About Arrington Roofing -- Arrington Roofing is a full-service roofing contractor serving the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area. We offer re-roof, new roof installation and roof repair services to both residential and commercial customers.
Arrington Roofing always uses the highest quality materials and expert craftsmanship for the best roof repair and installation services available. We will consult with you in order to make sure that the style, color and pattern for your roofing system is appropriate for your project specifications. Our mission is to provide you with an effective and comprehensive roofing system that will deliver satisfaction for years to come.
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Greenblock ICF Wall Systems… Building Green in the Pacific Northwest
Insulated Concrete Form wall systems ideal for energy efficient residential and commercial construction.
Portland, OR (PRWEB) August 9, 2008 -- Greenblock Worldwide Corporation (www.greenblock.com), a leader and pioneer in the insulated concrete form (ICF) industry, has announced that they have begun marketing their ICF products and installation services in the Pacific Northwest. With their roots in Europe, the company has been promoting the use of their ICFs as an energy saving alternative to stick frame and concrete block construction for the last forty years.
"Insulated Concrete Forms are a natural building system for this area," says Dan Smith, Portland OR-based Territory Manager for Greenblock. "Folks up here are extremely concerned about the environment and their impact on it. Homes and buildings built with our ICF wall systems are super energy efficient, clean, quiet and comfortable. I'm looking forward to introducing Greenblock as a sustainable alternative to stick frame and concrete block construction."
Insulated concrete forms are a 'stay-in-place' insulated wall forming system made of three primary components; high R-value expanded polystyrene foam, rigid plastic ties and steel-reinforced poured concrete. The use of ICF's began more than a half century ago and is continuing to gain popularity throughout the construction industry - especially now because of its energy efficient, sustainable attributes.
The bulk of a commercial building's environmental footprint is caused by the energy consumed in the heating and cooling of the structure over its lifetime. The high performance thermal envelope provided by Greenblock ICF construction can offer significant contribution towards reducing the energy consumption needed to control the interior climate of the building. Additionally, the lack of air infiltration and the resistance to moisture through the exterior walls eliminates the growth of mold and pests penetration thus creating a healthy indoor environment that promotes increased employee productivity due to the reduction of sick days.
Projects seeking a green certification from the United States Green Building Council, NAHB or Green Building Initiative, benefit from involving Greenblock ICFs with their project. Greenblock insulated concrete forms are:
* Energy Efficient: The expandable polystyrene foam in a Greenblock wall provides a consistent R-24 Thermal Resistance over the life of the product. Coupled with the thermal mass characteristics of concrete, as well as the lack of air infiltration in an ICF wall, the Greenblock system provides a wall comparable to that of an R-50 wood-framed or CMU wall. ICF structures are up to 70% cheaper to heat and 50% cheaper to cool than traditional wood frame or concrete block construction.
* Sound Resistant: Structures using Greenblock achieve documented levels of STC (Sound Transmission Classifications) 50 (inaudible) or higher. Wood frame and CMU structures are typically rated an average STC 25, meaning people inside of the structure can hear and understand voices outside the structure. Outside noise such as traffic, airplanes, construction and even lawnmowers and leaf blowers are greatly reduced, making the structure a quiet, peaceful sanctuary.
* Strong and Safe: Greenblock structures are much stronger than traditional building methods and materials. They provide exceptional protection from severe forces of nature, such as hurricanes and tornados. Greenblock foundation walls resist cracking and buckling up to five times better than concrete block walls. Greenblock walls are built with steel-reinforced concrete and fire-resisting expanded polystyrene foam, and they have a 2 to 4 hour fire rating depending on which product is used. ICF structures also improve indoor air quality by eliminating the holes and crevices that can trap moisture and foster mold and mildew growth.
* Environmentally Friendly: The decision to construct with Greenblock ICFs is an environmentally responsible choice. Buildings constructed with ICFs significantly reduce the negative impact on the environment through sustainable site-planning, energy-efficiency, lower HVAC requirements and improved indoor air quality.(Builders can earn up to 20 LEED points). Greenblock ICFs are non-toxic; using no CFCs, HCFCs or formaldehydes, the absence of "off-gassing" eliminates the possibility of air pollution or ozone depletion.
Greenblock is dedicated to providing green building solutions to builders and developers throughout the Pacific Northwest. On a national level, Greenblock is a member the USGBC and NAHB. On a local/regional level, Greenblock Territory Manager Dan Smith is a member of several Home Builder Associations including Portland, Seattle, Eugene and Bend as well as the Clark County/Vancouver Building Industry Association. He also sits on Green Building Committees in Seattle, Portland and Bend. Greenblock will be exhibiting at the Seattle Builders Show, October 1 and 2, held at the Seattle Convention Center. They will also be featured at the Clark County Parade of Homes in Vancouver running August 22nd through September 7.
About Greenblock, Inc.:
Greenblock's (www.greenblock.com) roots originated in Europe over 30 years ago and moved to the United States and Canada in the late 1980's. With several integral modifications from the time of its inception, today's Greenblock continues to be the superior choice for high efficiency wall systems, noted for outstanding design and ease of use. Over the years, a significant number of structures have been built with Greenblock. Projects that range from stem walls, basements, single and multi-story residences, apartments, condominiums, schools, hospitals, towers and even swimming pools. Government agencies and utility companies are now recognizing the superior features of insulated form-built structures and are beginning to recommend its use for environmental and energy conservation benefits.
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Outdoor Living Rooms: New Articles on Outdoor Fireplaces and Fire Pits Added
New to the Outdoor Living section, The Concrete Network has added articles and photos highlighting outdoor fireplaces and fire pits. View concrete design options, available styles, photos and more.
Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) August 8, 2008 -- Homeowners are finding more and more ways to entertain outdoors at home by incorporating two of today's popular outdoor amenities--fireplaces and fire pits. These outdoor accessories create an enjoyable atmosphere for outdoor dinning and entertaining year around, and can bring unity between outdoor living areas.
ConcreteNetwork.com now offers everything there is to know about outdoor fireplaces and fire pits with recently added articles and photos online. Articles include tips for choosing the right style, placement, seating considerations and much more.
An outdoor fire feature can bring a rustic charm and warmth to any backyard. From creating an inviting conversation area, to a beautiful backdrop, to outdoor entertaining, an outdoor fireplace or fire pit is a great addition to any outdoor living space.
"Nothing does a better job of anchoring an outdoor living room than an authentic outdoor fireplace" explains Garden Artisan Scott Cohen of The Green Scene in Canoga Park, CA. "Properly designed fire features encourage conversation and sooth the soul." Cohen goes on throughout the articles sharing design and construction guidelines from over 20 years of high-end residential experience.
When choosing a feature for your outdoor space it is important to choose a design that fits in scale with the size of the yard and home. Break up outdoor garden space into "rooms" or "zones" for entertainment and the outdoor "living room" can be used to situate the structure. Consider views, focal points, privacy, screening and prevailing wind when deciding where to set a large permanent structure. Thinking of the feature as the "anchor" of an outdoor room can help with this process. It is important to consider views from inside the home, as well.
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Established in 1999, The Concrete Network's purpose is to educate consumers, builders, and contractors on popular decorative techniques and applications. These include stamped concrete, stained concrete floors, concrete countertops, polished concrete, and much more. In 2007 The Concrete Network Website had over 11 million visitors researching decorative concrete.
The site excels at connecting buyers with local contractors in their area through its Find a Concrete Contractor service. The service provides visitors with a list of decorative concrete contractors throughout the U.S. and Canada, and is fully searchable by 23 types of decorative concrete work and 202 regional areas throughout North America.
Photos courtesy of The Green Scene.
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Nansulate® Energy Saving Coatings Used for Government Sponsored Alternative Energy Efficient Housing Project in Western Australia
Industrial Nanotech, Inc. (Pink Sheets:INTK), an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, today announced that the the Company's patented Nansulate® PT thermal insulation and corrosion resistance coating has been incorporated into the first display home of a LandCorp alternative housing project in Seville Grove, Western Australia. The deal was finalized by the Company's Australian distributor, Insulwest.
Naples, FL (PRWEB) August 8, 2008 -- Industrial Nanotech, Inc. (Pink Sheets:INTK), an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, today announced that the the Company's patented Nansulate® PT thermal insulation and corrosion resistance coating has been incorporated into the first display home of a LandCorp alternative housing project in Seville Grove, Western Australia. The deal was finalized by the Company's Australian distributor, Insulwest.
The innovative new home was built by 20*20 Pty. Ltd. within 14 days as part of a Western Australia State Government demonstration housing development. It is among a range of houses built with alternative design and construction techniques, which will be showcased at Revolution Road, due to open to the public in coming months. The Planning and Infrastructure Minister, Alannah MacTiernan, said the State Government was taking creative action to address housing supply and access to the new homes market and Revolution Road would showcase the possibilities for new home buyers.
Industrial Nanotech's patented Nansulate® Translucent PT was applied to internal steel walls clad with Gyprock to provide thermal insulation and benefit the integrity of the total wall assembly. Using new materials, the project offers Australian and international home buyers energy efficient, affordable housing options. The construction company, 20*20 Pty Ltd, has committed to building over 500 of these homes over the next 12 months.
"This project provides an excellent example of how new technologies can help reduce energy use while still providing affordable and sustainable housing," stated Francesca Crolley, V.P. of Operations & Marketing for Industrial Nanotech, Inc. "We are thrilled to have our Nansulate PT thermal insulation and corrosion resistance coating included as an integral part of this alternative housing project. We look forward to the new opportunities for growth in this market as more governments back these types of projects which tie together earth friendly and energy saving needs with new technology solutions in an affordable package for the greatest overall impact."
About Nansulate(R)
Nansulate(R) is the Company's patented product line of specialty coatings containing a nanotechnology based material and which are well-documented to provide the combined performance qualities of thermal insulation, corrosion prevention, and resistance to mold growth in an environmentally safe, water-based, coating formulation. The Nansulate(R) Product Line includes both industrial and residential coatings.
About Industrial Nanotech Inc.
Industrial Nanotech Inc. is quickly emerging as a global nanoscience solutions and research leader. The Company develops and commercializes new and innovative applications for nanotechnology. Additional information about the Company and its products can be found at their websites, (http://www.industrial-nanotech.com) and (http://www.nansulate.com).
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Bucket Drumming Makes Big Noise At Construction Industry Trade Shows
The latest guerrilla marketing campaign for Sto Corp, a maker of coatings and paints for the construction industry, features "Ben the Bucket Drummer," a YouTube video submission contest and, of course, Sto paint buckets.
Atlanta (PRWEB) August 8, 2008 -- He wears a white jumpsuit, wields a pair of drumsticks and whales on a yellow bucket like a New Orleans street performer. But Ben Leathers isn't on some boozy, bluesy corner in the French Quarter, playing for loose change. No, this is something different.
This is musical marketing.
A long-haired kid from Lilburn, GA, who's already made a name for himself in the famed indie rock scene of nearby Athens, Ben's latest gig is making a lot of noise at construction industry trade shows across the country. Literally.
Ben is the beatmaker behind a "guerrilla marketing" campaign for Sto Corp, a manufacturer of exterior wall coatings and claddings. And he's drumming up plenty of attention with YouTube videos of his incredible performances, as well as spearheading a contest that invites participants to submit footage of their own "Stomp"-like skills.
But just who is Ben the Bucket Drummer?
Introduced to drumming at a very young age, Ben's first foray into rhythmic expression didn't exactly last very long. In fact, his earliest set of snares met a messy, mangled fate.
"At the age of four," he said, "I got a little drum set that I loved, but ended up dropping down the stairs."
Whoops. When he reached middle school, however, he got a new kit -- one he had to share with his older brother Chad. This one, luckily, remained intact.
"By my 8th grade year," Ben said, "I started taking lessons from a drummer named John LaMattina. I joined the jazz band at our middle school, and was playing in my church's youth band."
Entering high school, the burgeoning beatmaker had to make a big choice, one that would either have him pursuing gridiron glory, or another kind of stardom -- on the sidelines.
"My 9th grade year came," he said, "and it was between football and drum line, so I went with drum line."
Off the field, he hooked up with some neighborhood buddies to form the rock band Verity. And instead of pursuing drum line in college, he opted instead to keep ties with them, "even though we were pretty much all going to different colleges," he said.
"That only lasted through freshman year," he added. "Then we broke up."
But the demise of Verity didn't sour Ben's interest in making music -- not by a long shot. Over the next few years, the ambitious percussionist allied himself with several influential figures in the Athens music scene, and eventually began to become one himself.
Then, the ad men came calling. Ben received word that Billy Mitchell, founder of MLT Creative and the father of one of his high school pals, was seeking a talented drummer to take part in an innovative ad campaign for Sto Corp, using that company's most iconic image -- a signature yellow bucket, often seen at construction sites -- as a musical instrument in a series of viral videos supporting the slogan "For the world's best walls, Sto beats all."
"It was just when I was getting back into playing a lot," Ben said, "so I was excited. I went to Atlanta for a couple of meetings, got some buckets, and made a couple of demo videos. They liked them, so I got the job."
Pretty soon, Ben's talent was taking him to cities like Las Vegas and San Francisco, where his mad musical skills are always the talk of the trade show.
For more information about Ben or the Sto 2008 Bucket Drumming Video Contest, visit http://www.bucketdrummingcontest.com.
About MLT Creative
MLT Creative, located on the east side of Atlanta, GA, was founded in 1980. Its services include positioning, brand development, advertising, and sales promotions for B2B marketers. Its client list includes Sto Corp and Manheim. For more information, visit http://www.mltcreative.com.
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Drill it, Mill it, Tap it, Thread it… Reid Supply Offers Customization of Standard Industrial Parts
Reid Supply Company's President, John Carrier announced today the purchase of an additional CNC machine at Total Quality Machining, Inc. TQM, Reid's exclusive machining shop for customizing standard Reid stocked parts as well as quality precision tooling components and machining services, boasts customer savings and convenience through customization of standard stocked parts. Reid Supply's offering of customized industrial parts, components and supplies is a key industry differentiator for the 60 year-old company. This and more are featured on their state-of-the-art web site ReidSupply.com, and in print form in their full-line catalog. Call 800-253-0421 or order a catalog at ReidSupply.com.
Muskegon, MI (PRWEB) August 7, 2008 - Reid Supply Company, a Michigan-based global distributor of industrial parts, components and supplies, recently added an additional Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine for their exclusive machine shop to customize standard stocked parts, saving customers time and money. According to Mark Drum, manager of Total Quality Machining, Inc., (TQM) a Reid Entities' company specializing in modification and manufacturing of tooling component items, it can be difficult for customers to locate hard-to-find parts.
"If a customer needs an M-12 by 175 tap through we can take a blank knob and machine it to the correct specifications for the customer," says Drum. "Using the CNC machines is one way that we can customize thousands of stocked parts for our Reid customers and keep their costs down. Drill it, mill it, tap it, thread it, we do a lot of customization."
Before TQM's customization, customers were receiving standard product, sending it out to a job shop, and receiving it back. Now they can simply receive one product directly from Reid. John Carrier, President of Reid Supply stresses the importance of owning a machining company.
"TQM is a major differentiator for Reid Supply and a key advantage for our customers," says Carrier. "We will bend over backwards for customers who need customization, or for any customer who needs our help."
Reid Supply offers customization of thousands of stocked industrial parts through TQM. Working closely with Reid Supply's Rapid Response Team, TQM offers customers a different channel for supplying just the right parts through customization. Drum says that he works very closely with Reid's customer service team to make sure that customization meets or exceeds the customer's needs.
"When the customer service people at Reid Supply let us know when parts are needed we coordinate our efforts to make sure that we do the job right," says Drum. "And because we are part of Reid, their customers are TQM customers. We both have a vested interest to keep customers happy."
Drum says that attention to customer service shows by a lot of repeat business. He says if a customer wants one-here or one-there, or hundreds, TQM is ready to customize. They also provide high quality precision tooling components and machining services using state-of-the-art programmable machining centers and business planning software. Modifications normally take one week, unless it involves ordering special non-stocked parts or CNC set up where they have to squeeze it into the schedule. In that case it can take four to six weeks but they have been known to turn rush parts around the same day or the next day.
"TQM is one of many bonuses for doing business at Reid," says Greg Palmer, Director of Marketing. "ReidSupply.com offers customers access to FREE CAD drawings, Savings Promotions and Resource Guides. E-newsletters with features like e-library access, Ask an Expert Resource, Tools You Can Use, Industry Articles and Fun Facts, plus of course access to all of the products that you need separated into 12 color-coded categories online."
2008 marks the company's 60th anniversary year and Palmer says that Reid has definite growth goals. "We've been around for 60 years and that's no accident. An obvious method to continue our growth is to expand our product offering, but perhaps more importantly is that we continue operating with the same excellent customer service and support as we always have. We want to serve the customer better than anyone in the industry."
Reid's product offering features 12 color-coded categories of everything industrial including:
- Manual Controls
- Clamps and Workholding
- Tooling Components
- Fasteners and Hardware
- Leveling Devices and Vibration Control
- Material Handling
- Bearings and Power Transmission
- Metalworking
- Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO)
- Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Structural Systems
- Safety Supplies
In addition to the newly designed easy-to-use catalog and other print materials, Reid Supply re-launched their e-commerce web site, ReidSupply.com, with state-of-the-art search and navigation capabilities. The company is the only industrial distribution company that offers over 42,000 free CAD downloads on their web site. The web site also provides monthly sales fliers, free downloadable product information packets called Resource Guides, Reid SupplyLine monthly enewsletters and a new online catalog, which is a digital representation of their printed catalog as an easy online ordering alternative.
"We are serious about taking care of customers by offering them the best choices and industry leading customization of parts," says Carrier. "We believe that our rallying cry, 'While others may be bigger, nobody will serve the customer better' is the key to staying strong and growing in a very competitive marketplace. Try us out."
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Menemsha Construction Solutions Announces New Team Member
Menemsha Construction Solutions is proud to announce and welcome Gregg Arnold as its new Vice President of Business Development.
(PRWEB) August 7, 2008 -- Menemsha Construction Solutions is proud to announce and welcome Gregg Arnold as its new Vice President of Business Development.
Mr. Arnold will be responsible for developing and growing all three of Menemsha's service groups: Architectural Services, Management and Construction. Mr. Arnold brings over 23 years of experience in client development services. He comes to Menemsha from Parsons, where he served as a Senior Manager of Business Development. While at Parsons, Mr. Arnold was responsible for developing client relations in the Education, Healthcare and Buildings market sectors.
Mr. Arnold holds an MBA from Claremont Graduate University. "We are very pleased to have Mr. Arnold as part of our team," says Mr. John Daigle, CEO of Menemsha. Continues Mr. Daigle, "Mr. Arnold's superior client relations skills and experience will allow Menemsha to better serve our clients."
Mr. Arnold will team with the architectural and construction divisions to provide the leadership and tools necessary to support Menemsha's clients while growing the Menemsha brand.
About Menemsha:
Menemsha Development Group, Inc. is a national management and development construction company. Menemsha specializes in providing complete retail solutions from architectural branding and design through project construction. Menemsha provides services on a regional and national level to Fortune 500 companies in the Banking & Financial Institution, Specialty Retail, Big Box and Food Service arenas. Menemsha's corporate office is located in Los Angeles, CA and they have a regional office located in Boston, MA. Menemsha has employees in over 30 states across the country to service clients at their retail locations.
Menemsha has serviced industry leaders such as Nike, Starbucks Coffee Company, The Home Depot, Limited Brands, Pinkberry, Victoria's Secret, Wachovia, and Lulu Lemon and many more since its inception in 1992. Visit http://www.menemshasolutions.com for more information.
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DuPont Expands SentryGlas® Offerings for Hurricane-Resistant Windows and Doors
DuPont is expanding the range of DuPont™ SentryGlas® interlayers to meet a broader range of needs for protective windows, doors and safety-glazed building elements.
Wilmington, DE (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 7, 2008 -- DuPont is expanding the range of DuPont™ SentryGlas® interlayers to meet a broader range of needs for protective windows, doors and safety-glazed building elements.
The newest SentryGlas® is available in thinner sheets that provide protection while replacing thicker traditional interlayers. The new offerings broaden architects' and builders' choices for incorporating impact-resistant glass for more protective buildings. And, engineers can design stronger, more durable, more protective building elements such as skylights, rails, stairs, doors or storefronts.
“DuPont brings a long history of safeguarding people, property and operations around the world by putting its science to work,” said William F. Weber, vice president and general manager -- DuPont Packaging & Industrial Polymers. SentryGlas® interlayers are 100 times stiffer and five times tougher than traditional interlayers, delivering strong protection against storm damage, forced entry, accidental injuries and even bomb blasts.”
In addition to supplying protective materials, DuPont has done extensive work in providing counsel to Gulf and Atlantic Coast states on stronger building codes and storm proofing, helping to enact hurricane building codes in Florida in 2007, and Mississippi and Louisiana in 2005 following damage in the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Hundreds of glazing systems have been tested and approved to meet tough new codes using SentryGlas®.
DuPont manufactures and markets products for residential and commercial construction that provide high-performance weather and climate protection for buildings and their occupants, as well as sustainable energy management systems. In addition to DuPont™ SentryGlas®, these products include: the DuPont™ StormRoom™ with Kevlar®, DuPont™ Corian® and Zodiaq® solid surfaces, Granite Certified by DuPont™, DuPont™ RoofLiner with Elvaloy®, DuPont™ Tyvek® Weather Barrier Systems including Tyvek® AtticWrap™, the first breathable roofing membrane to create an airtight attic, and Tyvek® ThermaWrap™, which helps reduce energy costs and increase comfort by improving the reflection of radiant energy in wall systems. DuPont also manufactures Tyvek® Weatherization Systems, including DuPont™ Tyvek® CommercialWrap™ and DuPont™ Tyvek® DrainWrap™.
DuPont is a science-based products and services company. Founded in 1802, DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more than 70 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative products and services for markets including agriculture and food; building and construction; communications; and transportation.
The DuPont Oval Logo, DuPontÔ, The miracles of scienceÔ, SentryGlas®, StormRoom™, Kevlar®, Corian®, Zodiaq®, Granite Certified by DuPont™, Elvaloy®, Tyvek®, AtticWrap™, ThermaWrap™, CommercialWrap™ and DrainWrap™ are registered trademarks or trademarks of DuPont or its affiliates.
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Franklin International Rebrands Industrial Division as Franklin Adhesives & Polymers to Strengthen its Position for Continued Growth
Franklin International's Industrial Division becomes Franklin Adhesives & Polymers, a growing provider of adhesives for the U.S. and global wood-assembly markets; and pressure sensitive adhesives for office and food products. The rebranding is a springboard for future growth of the division domestically and internationally.
(PRWEB) August 7, 2008 -- Franklin International, a leading name in adhesives and sealants, is rebranding its Industrial Division as Franklin Adhesives & Polymers to provide a springboard for future growth of the division domestically and internationally. In addition to a new name, the rebranding includes a logo and color-coded system to differentiate products for the division's three primary markets.
The company introduces the repackaged Franklin Adhesives & Polymers with a striking new logo that has a progressive look but retains strong ties to the existing Franklin International logo through color and typeface. This serves to underscore adherence to the company's longstanding commitment to high product quality and superior customer service. The contemporary-style logo features a dominant letter "F," for Franklin, with a lower-case "i," representing International while providing a strong identity for the division.
As part of the rebranding effort, the division also has developed a color-coded labeling system for differentiating products by the markets it serves. The color green signifies adhesives for wood assembly, burgundy designates pressure sensitive adhesives and gold denotes Franklin's line of specialty polymers.Ad campaigns, collateral pieces and other branding elements will also employ the color-coded system for identifying products by market.
The rebranding effort is sequel to the appointment of Larry Owen as senior vice president for Franklin Adhesives & Polymers. With 27 years behind him at Franklin International, Owen has the experience and knowledge to take the division forward.
"Our rebranding effort demonstrates our strong commitment to the markets we serve," said Owen. "It is a strong step forward in raising global awareness of our division and the breadth of solutions we offer our customers."
Products from Franklin Adhesives & Polymers include assembly glues, edge and face glues, laminating glues, veneering and finger jointing glues to the domestic and global furniture, millwork and engineered-lamination markets under the brand names Titebond®, Multibond®, ReacTITE® and Advantage®. It also provides a broad line of permanent, removable or repositionable as well as specialty pressure-sensitive adhesives for label, tape, film and office product markets under the brand names of Covinax®, Micronax® and Acrynax®. In addition, Franklin Adhesives & Polymers provides specialty polymers for fiberglass applications and formulating of various adhesives.
Franklin Adhesives & Polymers currently serves more than 60 countries on six continents worldwide.
About Franklin International: Based in Columbus, Ohio, U.S.A., Franklin International was established in 1935 and today is among the largest privately held manufacturers of adhesives sealants and polymers for commercial and industrial applications. Franklin integrates its core competency - emulsion polymerization - into a broad product offering, including glues, adhesives, hot melts, binders, sizing compounds and more. These products are distributed across six continents for use in construction, furniture manufacturing, millwork, paper converting, pressure-sensitive products and fiberglass reinforcement.
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FauxPanels.com Covers It All with New Faux Stone and Brick Panels
With four new product lines, FauxPanels.com now boasts the biggest online selection of faux wood, stone and brick panels anywhere. New website features help homeowners and remodelers choose products that fit their needs and tastes, order them easily and install them properly.
Deer Park, NY (PRWEB) August 7, 2008 -- FauxPanels.com today announced a major expansion of their product lines, multiplying their offerings by adding four new lines and over 400 new products. This expansion gives FauxPanels.com the distinction of providing more kinds of faux stone panels online than anyone else. They also announced a redesigned web site offering new and enhanced features for selecting, evaluating and ordering the full range of faux panel products.
With four new product lines, FauxPanels.com now boasts the biggest online selection of faux wood, stone and brick panels anywhere. New website features help homeowners and remodelers choose products that fit their needs and tastes, order them easily and install them properly.
Deer Park, NY (PRWEB) August 7, 2008 -- FauxPanels.com today announced a major expansion of their product lines, multiplying their offerings by adding four new lines and over 400 new products. This expansion gives FauxPanels.com the distinction of providing more kinds of faux stone panels online than anyone else. They also announced a redesigned web site offering new and enhanced features for selecting, evaluating and ordering the full range of faux panel products.
"The industry is demanding faux products that look highly realistic," says Ommundsen. "To that end we've added a new dimension to faux panels with our Regency line. It's a more dimensional product, to give you a real 3D look of stone." The Regency line includes panels that look like random rock, stacked stone and brick.
Windsor random rock, drystack and ledgestone faux panels for a distinctive look.
The Windsor line of fake stone panels offers still more rock and stone designs, including actual stone dust in the construction for a more realistic texture. They offer the same ease of handling and installation, light weight, durability and touch-it-to-believe-it realism as the other fake panel lines. Used inside or outside, the simulated panels can cover an entire wall or highlight a single structure or feature.
Nailon faux stone and brick siding instead of vinyl .
The Nailon line is a new alternative to vinyl siding. "For the homeowner or contractor who is already familiar with how to install vinyl siding, our new Nailon line gives the look of stone or brick with a similar installation technique," says Ommundsen. Nailon siding is made of injection-molded polypropylene for long-lasting durability and treated with stabilizers to maintain its appearance over time. It's equally at home on residential and commercial buildings.
Majesty faux stone and brick columns for the masonry look without a mason.
"Another example of simplifying installation is our new Majesty faux columns." According to Ommundsen, "You no longer need to hire a mason to achieve the look of a stone or brick column or fence post or mailbox." The Majesty line of faux columns gives the homeowner and remodeler new options for using faux materials as columns and posts for fences, gates, balustrades, lamps, mailboxes and more. The columns are sturdy and substantial but also meet safety regulations for collapsing on impact.
Easy to browse, choose and order the full range of faux panel products.
With more than 400 new products online, the FauxPanels.com web site itself has also grown and improved.
* The panel selector lets visitors quickly narrow their choices to find the panels that meet their needs and fit their tastes.
* Reviews written by fellow homeowners and remodelers give real-world perspective, opinions and tips.
* The site now offers shopping by panel style as well as searching by keyword or model number.
* Illustrated instructions and video tutorials explain every step of the installation process.
* Ordering is quick and easy.
* Shoppers can even order a gift certificate for a fellow remodeler.
All these new products and features are available now at FauxPanels.com.
The advantages of faux panels :
Faux panels offer an affordable, easy-to-install, maintenance-free alternative to actual wood, stone or brick paneling or siding. The paneling is incredibly realistic because each is cast from a mold of the actual stone, rock, brick or wood, keeping every detail. Unlike other panels, these are not made from vinyl, with its accompanying environmental and health concerns. FauxPanels.com products are constructed from rigid polyurethane for a maintenance-free long life. They are not affected by moisture, heat, cold or insects and can be easily cleaned with a garden hose. Many of the panels are also available with a Class A fire rating for added protection.
About FauxPanels.com:
Faux Panels leads the industry with the most realistic faux brick, stone and wood paneling, siding and column products on the market. It is a subsidiary of Barron Designs Inc., a family business dedicated to the home improvement industry since 1972. For more information, visit FauxPanels.com.
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U.S. CAD™ to Present Southern California CAD Summit Sept. 25, 2008, at San Diego Convention Center
U.S. CAD will present the region's premier computer-aided design training event, featuring the latest Autodesk technologies, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Sept. 25, 2008, at the San Diego Convention Center. The event will draw hundreds from the area's architectural, geospatial and civil, manufacturing and building engineering fields. Learn more and register online at www.uscad.com.
Costa Mesa, CA (PRWEB) August 7, 2008 -- U.S. CAD, the Western U.S.'s largest provider of computer-aided design (CAD) services and products, and its largest Autodesk solutions reseller, will host the fourth annual Southern California CAD Summit Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008, at the San Diego Convention Center. Each year SCCS attracts hundreds of participants from the Western region's architectural, civil, manufacturing, geospatial and building engineering fields to learn about the latest Autodesk technologies and fine-tune their skills.
This year's conference, themed "Come Together: Integrating Data Across the Extended Design Team," will feature more than 45 classes focusing on emerging technologies in such areas as Building Information Modeling (BIM), sustainable or "green" building design and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD). Classes will spotlight the latest Autodesk software solutions and be taught by U.S. CAD's team of Autodesk Certified Instructors. The event will begin at 7:30 a.m. (classes start at 8:30 a.m.) and continue until 5:15 p.m.
"With more than 400 annual participants, SCCS is the biggest event of its kind in California, and a 'must-do' for architects, civil, electrical and structural engineers, mapping and geospatial professionals, and manufacturing designers who are at the leading edge of their fields - and dedicated to staying there," said Danny Counts, CEO of U.S. CAD. "In this one day, participants will gain in-depth knowledge of the latest Autodesk technologies and learn valuable, hands-on training tips from the strongest technical team in California, which they can put to work right away."
A sampling of the more than 45 SCCS class topics include:
* "They're More Like Guidelines - Implementing Autodesk Vault"
* "Design Visualization in 3ds MAX Design"
* "Gotta Have Style With Civil 3D"
* "MapGuide Enterprise for Facilities, Project Management & GIS!"
* "Setting up your Projects in Revit Structure"
* "Bringing it all Together with NavisWorks"
* "Using Multileaders and Creating Multileader Styles in AutoCAD 2009"
* "A Day in the Life of Design Visualization"
* "A Better AutoCAD - AutoCAD Map 3D!"
* "Structural Analysis Workflows with Revit Structure"
* "Green Building Analysis Using IES"
* "Structural Collaboration with the Extended Design Team"
* "Arghh! I've been framed. Frame Generator in Inventor"
* "New Feature Enhancements in AutoCAD Architecture 2009"
* "Gas & Electric Utility Solutions: Integrating Your Engineering Design & Asset Management Workflows"
A full schedule of SCCS classes, including instructor profiles, is available at http://www.uscad.com/cad_summit_classes.html. All classes will be held on the third floor of the San Diego Convention Center, near the West Terrace (Rooms 7A, 7B, 8, 9, 10, 11A, 11B and 6E).
American Institute of Architects members can earn one AIA Continuing Education learning unit in 27 of the SCCS classes offered.
Early bird registration for SCCS at a 20% discount is available through Aug. 20; standard registration runs Aug. 21 - Sept. 19. For more information and to register online, go to http://www.uscad.com/cad_summit_register.html.
About U.S. CAD
Based in Costa Mesa, Calif., U.S. CAD, Inc. (formerly L.A. CAD) has grown to be the largest Autodesk reseller in California and the Western U.S., employing more than 60 employees, including 55 at its California offices that support customers using Autodesk technologies. U.S. CAD employs nearly 30 Technical Specialists, plus an additional 25 Autodesk Consultants through its strategic partner K-TEK Solutions, based in Northern California. With this technical bench strength of well over 50 individuals; U.S. CAD represents the strongest Autodesk technical team in California. U.S. CAD's expertise is sought after by an impressive array of companies because of its unique mix of technology implementation, project assessment, process consulting, knowledge assessment, project mentoring, flexible training options and expertise, and technical support services. U.S. CAD has grown rapidly due, in part, to its commitment to respecting the needs of its business partners and honestly communicating how complex technologies are successfully implemented, and to delivering solutions with the highest level of integrity.
"At U.S. CAD, we are well aware that AutoCAD and Autodesk software are critical applications around which you have built the success of your business," said Counts. "Because of this, it is important that you know what U.S. CAD has to offer you moving forward. We at U.S. CAD continually strive to make sure you receive the service and support you need to be successful in today's changing market."
To find out what makes U.S. CAD unique and all the ways it can help its customers "Achieve More!" go to http://www.uscad.com.
U.S. CAD and L.A. CAD are trademarks of U.S. CAD, Inc.
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Jekyll Island Georgia Civic Association Reports Results of Public Opinion Poll on Island
Initiative to Protect Jekyll Island State Park (IPJI) polled visitors and residents about the Jekyll Town Center Project
Jekyll Island, GA (PRWEB) August 7, 2008 -- Will new condominiums, hotels and shops find a home along the main beach of Jekyll Island State Park? A proposal by private developer Linger Longer Communities (LLC) calling for just that has been under review for nearly a year now. Critics have contended that the so-called town center project is misplaced, over-sized, and out of step with what Jekyll Island is all about as a state park. Proponents have argued that the project is essential to Jekyll's revitalization and have claimed that its opponents consist of just a handful of Jekyll Island residents who resist all change.
While the Jekyll Island development question has grabbed considerable ink in the press and blog space on the internet, little has been said about the data gathered through a series of statewide surveys on this troublesome issue.
The most far-reaching of the Jekyll Island surveys have been conducted by a civic association, the Initiative to Protect Jekyll Island State Park (IPJI). Using its website - www.savejekyllisland.org - as a means of polling Jekyll's visitors, the IPJI has sponsored three surveys dealing with Jekyll's redevelopment. While the survey questions have varied with the times, common to all three has been a question dealing with Jekyll's need for a town center.
What do the results show?
The majority (61%) of the 6,717 respondents to the first two surveys, which were conducted prior to the LLC proposal, favored the concept of a town center (shops, restaurants, a convention center and a convention hotel), but only 523 of those respondents (8%) believed condominiums should be included within the town center, and only 109 (2%) wanted to see a hundred or more built.
The IPJI Survey III, which focuses on LLC's proposal, shows a response pattern similar to that seen in its earlier surveys. Ninety-five percent of the respondents objected to the size of the town center being proposed; 98% said "no" to the proposed number of condos and time-shares; and 91% did not want to see any new condos built along Jekyll's currently open beachfront.
Collectively, the three surveys found 97% of the respondents registering support for an improved Jekyll Island, with hotel reconstruction leading the list of preferred changes.
Georgians from over 350 towns participated in the IPJI's surveys, with less than 3% of the more than 10,000 respondents being Jekyll Island residents.
Since surveys using "yes/no" options have their limitations, the IPJI asked participants to explain their responses in order to understand why people chose to reply as they did. A scan of those comments, which are available on the IPJI's website, shows the following imperatives to be dominant:
* Rebuild what needs rebuilding but do not build along Jekyll's remaining open beachfront.
* Refrain from building near Jekyll's environmentally-sensitive areas.
* Ensure that Jekyll's character, feel and grace are not compromised by redevelopment.
* Remain true to Jekyll's tradition of affordability for average income citizens.
* Listen to and heed what the island's visitors are saying about Jekyll's revitalization.
Reinforcement of the findings of the IPJI's surveys can be found in the responses to the final question on the Jekyll Island Authority's 2006 Visitor Survey which asked, "Which choice below best describes your feelings about the future of Jekyll Island?" Just 5% agreed with the statement that, "Strict limitations should be eased to allow for more development of new hotels, homes and shops;" a mere 2% felt that "free market forces should direct development;" and more than half (51%) agreed that "any new development of hotels, cottages, condominiums, restaurants and shops should be limited to existing sites."
Non-expansive redevelopment of Jekyll Island State Park has been further endorsed by the more than 10,000 people who signed a resolution sponsored by Senator Jeff Chapman earlier this year, which, in expressing concern over the size and location of the proposed town center, called for the preservation of direct public access to Jekyll's main beach.
Clearly, Georgians from across the state, while supporting necessary improvements, favor a balance between revitalization and protection of Jekyll's traditional character. Hopefully, when LLC releases its revised town center proposal later this month it will reflect the wishes of the general public. If it does not, the discord sparked by the initial proposal will be reinforced by the anger of thousands of Georgians whose input on the future of their own state park has been discounted.
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LP Issues Product Advisory for Composite Decking; Premature Deterioration Poses a Risk of Injury
Includes Decking and Railing Made at LP’s Meridian, Idaho Plant and Sold as WeatherBest®, Veranda® and ABTCo after Jan. 1, 2005
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) August 7, 2008 -- Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Products) (LP) (NYSE:LPX) today issued a product advisory for composite decking materials purchased after January 1, 2005, and made by LP at its Meridian, Idaho facility.
Some of the product can prematurely deteriorate and break, posing a risk of injury to consumers. LP decking products, including deck board and railings sold under the names of LP WeatherBest®, WeatherBest®, ABTCo and Veranda® are subject to this advisory.
The products are used for building outdoor decks. LP has received claims of premature deterioration of a small portion of its decking product due to variations in manufacturing processes in this time frame.
LP Executive Vice President of Specialty Products and Sales Rick Olszewski said, “We want consumers to be aware of the potential risk of injury, and to contact us. Though only a small portion of decking sold has been affected by these issues, we urge people who bought or installed these composite decking products after January 1, 2005 to contact us for an inspection through our decking notice Web site or customer service line.”
The decking advisory Web site is at www.deckingnotice.com.
Products Affected
WeatherBest, ABTCo and Veranda are composite products that look similar to natural wood and are sold in several different colors, including Driftwood Grey, Pacific Cedar, Tuscan Walnut, Western Redwood, Chestnut and Greystone.
The affected products were sold after January 1, 2005 under the WeatherBest name at building products dealers nationwide, and under the Veranda and ABTCo brands at The Home Depot stores in the western part of the U.S.
Only those Veranda decking and railing products manufactured by LP are the subject of this advisory. WeatherBest products manufactured after LP’s sale of the Meridian plant in October 2007 are not affected.
What Consumers Should Do: Check Decks for Safety, Arrange for Inspection, Stay Off Decks with Deterioration
Consumers should check their Veranda, WeatherBest or ABTCo decking materials for visible cracks or deterioration on the surface, and/or chipping of the surface layers. If the deck or railing is deteriorating, do not use the deck. Contact LP Decking Customer Service to promptly arrange for an inspection of the deck.
Even if there is no visible sign of deterioration, if you purchased Veranda or WeatherBest decking or railing products after January 1, 2005, please visit the decking advisory Web site at www.deckingnotice.com or contact LP Decking Customer Service to register and determine if your deck is among the products affected.
Veranda is produced by several manufacturers, but only product produced by LP is affected by this advisory. Visit www.deckingnotice.com or contact LP Decking Customer Service for help in determining which product you may have.
To ensure deck owners’ safety, LP will arrange an inspection to determine if your deck is affected by the deterioration issue in this notice and will remedy the problem, up to replacement of the entire deck if needed.
Contacts
For more information, help identifying the products or to arrange an inspection, go to LP’s decking advisory Web site at www.deckingnotice.com or contact LP Decking Customer Service at 1.888.325.1184.
LP, headquartered in Nashville, Tenn., is a premier supplier of building products, manufacturing innovative, high-quality commodity and specialty products for its retail, wholesale, homebuilding and industrial customers. LP no longer manufactures decking or railing products. Visit LP's Web site at www.lpcorp.com for additional information on the company.
Satellite Feeds
A video feed that includes official LP comments is available on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008 at 1:30–1:45 p.m. and 4:30–4:45 p.m. and Friday, Aug. 8, 2008 at 10:30–10:45 a.m. (all times ET). Coordinates are: AMC 3, Transponder: 19, Downlink: 4080 (H), Bandwidth: 36 MHz, Orbital Slot: 87 degrees WL.
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Five Things Sunroom Owners Wish They'd Done Differently
Patio Enclosures, Inc., the largest manufacturer and installer of sunrooms in North America, shares the five most common things sunroom customers wish they had done.
Macedonia, OH (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 7, 2008 -- Based on written feedback, Patio Enclosures, Inc., the largest manufacturer and installer of sunrooms in North America, shares the five most common things sunroom customers who have purchased a sunroom, solarium or conservatory say they wish they had done.
"We wish we had bought a sunroom sooner." Most sunroom owners report that after they had their sunroom installed that it quickly became the most used room in the home.
"We wish we would have bought a bigger sunroom." During purchase negotiations, homeowners sometimes focus on what they're spending rather than what they're getting in a sunroom, prompting final decisions about size and features that can limit the sunrooms use. Careful consideration should be given to how the design of a sunroom enhances your lifestyle and adds value (square footage) to your home.
"We wish we had purchased a year-round sunroom." Although most seasonal sunrooms can be used from spring through fall, many homeowners with three season sunrooms say that they miss using their sunroom through the winter holidays and during long cold spells when they could take advantage of natural daylight. Consider an insulated sunroom with ENERGY STAR® rated roof panels, glass windows and doors, and floor panels for maximum comfort and energy efficiency.
"We wish we had ordered glass roof panels." Letting in more natural light has several advantages, including lowered lighting and heating requirements, and improving mental outlook for its occupants.
"We wished we had bought custom sunroom blinds or a shading system sooner." You can get too much of a good thing. In cases where there is a lot of direct sunlight, a solar shading system or custom sunroom window blinds and sunroom shades that resist heat will allow you to better control sunlight and glare, heat gain, and filter harmful ultra violet rays. These accessories also give occupants a greater degree of privacy from neighbors. Customers often don't purchase blinds and shade items up front, but eventually understand the wisdom of using custom blinds to control their sunroom's environment.
If you plan to purchase a sunroom, it's important to talk with a sunroom design consultant who can advise you about available designs and options, and the best way to get the most value from your sunroom. For more than 40 years, Patio Enclosures, Inc. has designed, manufactured and installed more than 200,000 sunrooms for customers throughout the North America. For more information about Patio Enclosures, visit its website or call 1-800-480-1966.
About Patio Enclosures, Inc.
Patio Enclosures, Inc. has been recognized for several years by Qualified Remodeler Magazine as the Top Performing Sunroom Company in North America. Patio Enclosures, Inc. operates 29 branch locations, 11 franchises and 10 dealers across the United States and Canada. The company also operates two casual living furniture stores in Macedonia, Ohio and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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Wee Generation’s Eco-Dream Team “Greenovates” in New England to Promote Children’s Environmental Health
Norris Family of Raynham, Mass. Wins Green Makeover of Home Baby Nursery; Selects Boston’s “Horizons for Homeless Children” as Additional Beneficiary
BURLINGTON, Vt. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) August 7, 2008 -- The Norris family of New England learned their newborn daughter had a cyst on her lung in utero and that she would likely face asthma or other respiratory complications. Already concerned with their immediate environment and health of themselves and their three-year-old daughter, they sought to learn how to create the healthiest green environment for their family and new baby, and found Wee Generation along the way.
Wee Generation is a collaboration of environmental visionaries, including Seventh Generation and Healthy Child Healthy World, dedicated to raising awareness about children’s environmental health. By joining Wee Generation, Cynthia Norris entered to win a green makeover of her baby’s nursery while taking advantage of the educational info Wee Generation provided. It turns out that she won.
“We were absolutely astounded and thrilled to be honored with this gift,” said Cynthia Norris. “My husband Keith and I learned of McKenna’s cyst while I was pregnant. As a result, we’ve been trying to create a green home and nursery on our own and find this gift to be incredibly lucky and timely.”
Cynthia and Keith Norris won a $5,000 “greenovation” of their nursery and also received the opportunity to “pay-it-forward” to a local children’s organization. The Norris’ chose Massachusetts-based Horizons for Homeless Children, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of homeless children and their families. Through the provision of early care and education programs to young homeless children and support services to their parents, HHC educates on the importance of children’s environmental health at both the family and community level.
“Horizons for Homeless Children is dedicated to providing safe and attentive care and education to our community’s young children who are without homes,” said Meryl Sheriden, Chief Development Officer. “The green makeover is such a gift, not just to the children, but to the community as a whole. HHC is excited to set an example for quality childcare by implementing these easy green modifications in existing and future spaces.”
Both greenovations include extensive consultations with K.L. Hassen of Organic Home LLC and also incorporate helpful information by industry experts Healthy Child Healthy World and Seventh Generation. Healthy Child Healthy World recommends five easy steps for creating a healthy home for family. Find these steps and more at: http://healthychild.org/5steps/. Wee Generation and Seventh Generation expand on easy green nursery tips for any family at: www.weegeneration.org/green-nursery-tips.
About Horizons for Homeless Children
Founded in 1988 as an independent, non-profit organization, Horizons for Homeless Children is dedicated to serving homeless children and their families. Headquartered in Roxbury, the organization has created over 145 Playspaces (educational and recreational spaces) in family shelters throughout Massachusetts and since inception has recruited and trained more than 9,500 community members to become volunteer Playspace Activity Leaders working with the children living in the shelters. Horizons for Homeless Children’s three Community Children’s Centers provide childcare and early education for 175 homeless children and their families each weekday. The agency provides leadership in advocating for homeless children and their families through leveraging and sharing its expertise with others and advocating with policy makers and the public.
About the Wee Generation Collaboration
Wee Generation advocates for a healthier environment for children by focusing on the “living home” and a transformation of ecosystem-impacting consumer products. Wee Generation was formed in partnership with Seventh Generation – the nation’s premier provider of non-toxic and environmentally-friendly home cleaning, personal care and baby products; William McDonough – the acclaimed green architect and visionary; IDEO – one of the world’s most innovative design firms; Healthy Child Healthy World – the country’s primary children’s environmental health eco-advocacy non-profit and Rickshaw Bagworks – a leading manufacturer and designer of sustainable urban bags.
About Seventh Generation
Seventh Generation is committed to being the most trusted brand of household and personal-care products for your living home. Our products are healthy and safe for the air, the surfaces, the fabrics, the pets, and the people within your home — and for the community and environment outside of it. Seventh Generation also offers products for baby that are safe for your children and the planet. From chlorine free diapers and wipes to specially formulated Baby Laundry Detergent, Seventh Generation provides you with baby products you can trust. For information on Seventh Generation cleaning, paper, baby and feminine personal care products and to find store locations, visit www.seventhgeneration.com.
For more information about Wee Generation beneficiary Horizons for Homeless Children, visit www.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org.
For more information about Healthy Child Healthy World, visit www.healthychild.org.
For more information about William McDonough, visit www.mcdonough.com.
For more information about IDEO, visit www.ideo.com.
For more information about Rickshaw Bagworks, visit www.rickshawbags.com.
For more information about Organic Home LLC, visit www.organichomedesign.com.
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Jaeckle Fleischmann & UB School of Architecture & Planning's Urban Design Project Host WNY Economic & Land Development Forum
Jaeckle Fleischmann & Mugel, LLP and the University of Buffalo School of Architecture and Planning's Urban Design Project will host an Economic and Land Development Forum the morning of Thursday, October 2, 2008. The half-day forum is designed to bring together developers, real estate, municipal and economic development professionals to discuss recent trends and issues related to the state of development in Western New York.
Buffalo, NY (PRWEB) August 7, 2008 -- Jaeckle Fleischmann & Mugel, LLP and the University of Buffalo School of Architecture and Planning's Urban Design Project will host an Economic and Land Development Forum the morning of Thursday, October 2, 2008. The half-day forum is designed to bring together developers, real estate, municipal and economic development professionals to discuss recent trends and issues related to the state of development in Western New York.
The opening breakfast will include a panel session entitled "Growth and Development- A Regional Perspective" facilitated by Robert Shibley, Director of The Urban Design Project and Professor of Architecture and Planning at the University at Buffalo. Concurrent panel discussions will follow on the topics listed below:
Going Green- The LEED Certification Process
Case Study: So You Want to Locate Your Business in WNY?
Brownfields Update: NYS Tax Credit Revisions & Brownfield Opportunity Areas
Greenway Development Update
The forum is complimentary and will run from 8:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at The Adam's Mark Hotel. For more information or to register visit www.jaeckle.com.
Jaeckle Fleischmann's Economic and Land Development practice group is comprised of attorneys with extensive experience pertaining to real estate, environmental, tax, and labor laws that assist businesses and developers in obtaining funding, approvals and economic development agreements for future and ongoing projects. The group also counsels businesses in securing the maximum tax benefits available through a variety of programs at the local, state and federal levels. Jaeckle Fleischmann is a full-service business law firm with more than 80 legal professionals practicing from offices in Buffalo and Amherst, NY. The Firm's clients include Fortune 500 companies, publicly and privately held businesses, financial institutions, governmental entities, universities, traditional and high tech start ups, as well as individual business owners. For more information, visit our website at www.jaeckle.com.
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CHARGEGUARD Introduces New Select Model That Expands Features Of Original, Industry-Leading Vehicle Power Management System
CHARGEGUARD select model offers more user-friendly intelligent circuitry and diagnostic features.
Plymouth, MI (PRWEB) August 7, 2008 -- LEDCO-CHARGEGUARD, formerly CHARGEGUARD, Inc., today announced the introduction of its new CHARGEGUARD Select model, which expands upon the company's original automatic shutdown timer for mobile electronics by adding more user-friendly settings and diagnostic features.
The new CHARGEGUARD Select model continues to offer the standard features of the original CHARGEGUARD while adding new features, including more selectable sensing modes; improved high and low voltage surge protection with a new voltage diagnostic LED to indicate voltage problems; protected terminals; easier setting of timeout delay switches; and MIL-STD 810F compliance.
"With the increasing cost of the radios, electronic and computer equipment found in today's emergency vehicles, it's vital to have an easy-to-use power management system like CHARGEGUARD that protects this valuable equipment, prevents dead vehicle batteries, and enables emergency workers to focus on their job," said Mike Zani, president of LEDCO-CHARGEGUARD. "At an $89 list price, it's a low cost insurance policy."
In addition to being the standard vehicle power management system for emergency vehicles, the new CHARGEGUARD Select is also applicable for use in any vehicle that is reliant on radios, mobile electronics, computers and GPS navigation systems, such as boats, trucks, farm equipment, construction equipment, and military vehicles.
CHARGEGUARD, developed in 1990, was voted as one of the Top 10 Products by the International Wireless Communications Community shortly after its debut, and is a leading provider of mobile battery protection. CHARGEGUARD, Inc. was acquired by LEDCO in February, 2008. For more information, visit www.chargeguard.com.
About LEDCO-CHARGEGUARD
A progressive private company with national presence, known for its innovative mobile computing solutions LEDCO-CHARGEGUARD designs and delivers cutting edge products and services for its two core product lines. The LEDCO product line focuses on maximizing mobile worker productivity by providing mounting and docking equipment with the most comfortable designs, the industry's safest solutions, tested to the highest quality standards. The CHARGEGUARD product line offers the industry's original battery saver and other power management devices that safeguard against dead batteries, high-voltage problems, stranded people and lost productivity. The people of LEDCO-CHARGEGUARD are committed to helping you solve your mobile computing needs with a passion for becoming the number one manufacturer of rugged peripherals and mounts. For more information regarding LEDCO-CHARGEGUARD, its products or people, please visit www.LEDCO-CHARGEGUARD.com or call 1.877.875.5524.
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Points Battle Tighten as Series Enters Final Rounds with Brewer Brothers Construction Double Regional Races
Round Six of the Fluge Global Adventures Road Racing Championship features Northwest's top road racing drivers.
Portland, OR (PRWEB) August 7, 2008 -- The Brewer Brothers Construction August Double Regional races mark the beginning of the final stretch for Sports Car Club of America road racing championship events this season at Portland International Raceway.
This weekend is round six of eight in the Fluge Global Adventure Road Racing Championship for sports racing, formula, production, touring and vintage road racing classes, and is sanctioned by the Oregon Region Sports Car Club of America.
Also featured this weekend are two rounds of the Pro Drive Spec Racer Ford (SRF) Championship, with races scheduled for 10:45 a.m. Saturday and 1:30 p.m. Sunday. There are a total of 33 drivers competing in the SRF championship, with Chris Jackson taking the lead from Bryan Ward by 18 points, followed by Dan Halloran, John Tipton, Johnny Humphreys, Steve Fogg, Mark Goodman, John Draneas, Scott Mosier and Gary Manchester.
With a race victory adding 20 points to a driver's title hopes, every race is critical with just three weekends left in the season.
The hotly contested GT2 class now has Matt Crandall in the Fluge Global Adventures Panoz GTS squeaking ahead of Andrew Foley in his Pirate Racing Panoz GTS by a single point. Third place driver Greg Pierson is leading Jim Walsh in fourth by a single pint. Also contesting the class championship are John Zupan, Ted Anthony, Jr., Jay Culbertson, Bud Reichard, Doug Shaprio, and Jan DeRie. GT2 races are 10:10 a.m. on Saturday and 11:50 a.m. on Sunday.
Not be outdone, the Spec Miata class now has Will Schrader leading Gary Bockman by eight points, while Ken Sutherland trails Bockman by three and Bruce Wilson trails Sutherland by only four points. Spec Miata takes the green flag on Saturday at 11:20 a.m. and Sunday at 2:10 p.m.
In the S2 sports racer class, John Bachofner leads John Brewer, Dennis Pavilina, Bill Bachofner, Mark Schue, Joe Brewer and Rick Johnson in the title battle. The S2 races take the green flag on Saturday at 9:35 a.m. and at 11:10 a.m. on Sunday. Lance Spiering has scored 97 points thus far in the open wheel F5 class, followed by Sean McDonald with 84, Jerry Lundgren with 71, Brian Russell with 52, Nat Lundgren with 26 and Jeff Jorgenson with 1. The F5 class races in the same group as S2.
Altogether, nine race groups will compete in 18 events on Saturday and Sunday. Practice and qualifying begin Friday at 9:00 a.m.
About Brewer Brothers Construction:
Brewer Brothers Construction, Inc. specializes in high quality, customer oriented remodeling, renovation, repair work, and custom building. They have managed large and small quality projects since 1982. The company's philosophy states that repeat customers generate 65% of sales, and that nothing beats good word of mouth.
"At Brewer Brothers we believe customer service is everything. If you are not happy, we are not happy." John Brewer also says, "Because of our customer oriented mind-set, we have been able to stay busy during a time when real-estate and construction are being hammered by bad news and bad loans. At the present time we are working on a whole-house remodel, two kitchen remodels, an addition and deck for a wheelchair user and a structural repair project in Northwest Portland. Brewer Brothers Construction was also used in repairing flood-damaged homes in Vernonia. We are always ready to respond to requests for information about construction; so give us a call."
For further information visit www.brewerconstruction.com or call 503-292-1640.
About Oregon Region SCCA:
The Oregon Region of the Sports Car Club of America was established in the 1960's and has grown to its present membership of over 1,200 members. The Region obtained its charter from SCCA in 1962. It is a member oriented and operated club with the primary purpose of "promoting, maintaining and improving automobile sports and interest in the ownership, operation of, and safety of sports cars."
From its beginning, Oregon Region SCCA has been organizing and administering sports car/club racing events at Newport, Goshen (South of Eugene) and Portland's West Delta Park (now Portland International Raceway - PIR). The Region's first race was held at the Newport municipal airport (an ex-WWII air base) in 1962.
Currently, Oregon Region has active programs in Club Racing, Vintage Racing, Road Rally, Rallycross, and in Solo II - SCCA's autocross program where competitors compete against the clock in a controlled atmosphere. The Oregon region also provides workers and officials to major professional international racing competitions here in Oregon and across North America.
Individual event sponsors all hail from the Portland metropolitan area, including Monte Shelton Jaguar, Temp-Control Mechanical Corp., Parr Cabinet Outlet, Brewer Bros. Construction, and Pro Drive. The region's Web site is at www.oregonscca.com. Phone: 503.224.9469.
About Fluge Global Adventures:
Last year, Fluge Global Adventures (FGA) won the prestigious Rose Cup at Portland International Raceway, captured the Improved Touring E (ITE) class championship with the Oregon Region Sports Car Club of America, competed in a 3,000-mile cross country race rally, climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and to the Base Camp at Everest, competed in professional Las Vegas poker tournaments, and went "Nessie" watching in Scotland.
In 2008, (FGA) tackles some exciting new challenges. Besides entrance in selected Sports Car Club of America races, the FGA team will participate in the World Series of Poker, take on world class bikers in a 200 mile Cycling Classic, attempt an Exorcism at Amityville in New York, take part in the Duel in Death Valley in the fall, and compete in The Million Dollar Race in Las Vegas this November. For more on these events go to www.flugeglobaladventures.com.
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Homecrete Homes Sales Grow In Down Market
High Performance Homes Sought from Stuart Florida-based Homebuilder
Stuart, Fla. (PRWEB) August 7, 2008 -- Homecrete Homes (www.homecretehomes.com), one of the nation's leading insulated concrete form (ICF) home builders, announced today that its revenue has increased 309% during the months of May, June and July this year versus last and the Company has several additional closings scheduled for Aug and Sep. The growth is coming from the sales of existing Inventory Homes along with their new Custom Building focus.
"It appears Homebuyers and their Realtors
are in fact recognizing the value of high performing energy and sustainable built homes - says Robert Cenk VP of Homecrete Homes. "We have been building this way since our inception" continues Cenk.
Homecrete Homes has been recognized both on a local and national level for its construction process which includes Greenblock Insulated Concrete Form wall systems and now Icynene Spray Foam ceilings. "We're providing homeowners with an environmentally responsible
solution by building strong, safe and highly energy-efficient homes along Florida's Treasure Coast," Cenk continued.
ICF construction is an improved technique used to build the exterior walls of a home or building. Insulated concrete forms are a 'stay in place' insulated wall forming systems made of three primary components; high R-value expanded polystyrene foam, rigid polymer ties and steel-reinforced poured concrete. The use of ICFs began more than 50 years ago in Europe and continues to gain popularity today in the residential and commercial construction industry, including being used as a major contributor for 'green building' designations.
About Homecrete Homes Inc.
Homecrete Homes (www.homecretehomes.com) has been building ICF homes for several years in two key markets; Florida's Treasure Coast and Kern County California. The Company has made the top 400 Builder List for 2007 and now 2008 as well. In Florida, the company is active in building six model homes, custom homes and commercial projects all utilizing ICF construction.
About Cartagena Group
Cartagena Group, a Delaware Corporation, is the parent/holding company of Homecrete Homes and an organization managing companies who collectively are engaged in residential and commercial new construction activities. Cartagena Group owns 100 percent of the shares in Homecrete Homes and provides business development, capital funding, cash flow, senior management and overall leadership for its operating divisions.
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Free Webinar From MiniCo Publishing Focuses on RV and Boat Storage
The next webinar in the Mini-Storage Messenger Self-Storage Developers' Webinar Series will focus on RV and boat storage condos, the newest trend in one of the fastest-growing niche markets in the U.S. self-storage industry. Presented by Caesar Wright, President of Mako Steel, Inc., the live webinar on September 24 will address feasibility, site layout and construction trends pertaining to the development of RV and boat storage condos.
Phoenix (PRWEB) August 7, 2008 -- The next webinar in the Mini-Storage Messenger Self-Storage Developers' Webinar Series will focus on RV and boat storage condos, the newest trend in one of the fastest-growing niche markets in the U.S. self-storage industry.
Presented by Caesar Wright, President of Mako Steel, Inc., the live webinar on September 24 will address feasibility, site layout and construction trends pertaining to the development of RV and boat storage condos. RK Kliebenstein, President of Coast-to-Coast Storage, will be a special guest presenter. The webinar will be sponsored by Mako Steel, Inc., and moderated by Poppy Behrens, Co-Publisher, MiniCo Publishing.
The Mini-Storage Messenger Self-Storage Developers' Webinar Series offers informative monthly webinars free of charge to self-storage professionals and other individuals. For more information or to register, visit www.ministoragemessenger.com. Online registration is required for this free live event.
MiniCo Publishing, a division of MiniCo, Inc., publishes the Mini-Storage Messenger, the leading monthly trade magazine covering the global self-storage industry. Other publications include the bimonthly Self-Storage Now! magazine, the annual Self-Storage Almanac, and the annual Development Handbook.
Since 1974, Phoenix-based MiniCo, Inc. has been a self-storage leader providing superior specialty insurance programs, informative publications and valuable products and services created expressly for the self storage industry.
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MiniCo Insurance Webcast Offers Tips to Help Agents Write More Self-Storage Business
MiniCo Insurance will present a free webcast on August 14 that will offer valuable information for agents interested in writing self-storage business. In about 20 minutes, agents will learn how MiniCo's products, competitive pricing, extensive self-storage facility database, contacts, nationwide marketing initiatives and agent co-branding programs can be the differentiating factor in helping them write more self-storage business in a soft market.
Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) August 7, 2008 -- On August 14, 2008, MiniCo Insurance will present a live webcast that will offer valuable information for agents interested in writing self-storage business. Hosted by Insurance Journal, the webcast How to Write More Self-Storage Business in a Soft Market will begin at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET.
In about 20 minutes, agents will learn how MiniCo's products, competitive pricing, extensive self-storage facility database, contacts, nationwide marketing initiatives and agent co-branding programs can be the differentiating factor in helping them write more self-storage business.
Topics will include:
* What you need to know before approaching a self-storage business owner
* How to identify the decision-maker at a self-storage company
* Where to find information about self-storage businesses in your area
* How to leverage MiniCo's national presence and marketing to your advantage
* Who to contact to start using MiniCo's prospecting information and co-branded marketing
Visit www.minicoinsurance.com to register for the webcast. Registration for the event is free, and registered viewers will be able to participate in an online interactive chat during the live event as well as a post-event teleconference with MiniCo's insurance executives.
MiniCo provides the leading specialty insurance coverage for self-storage operations nationwide including the MiniPak Gold businessowners policy. For more information, contact MiniCo's Customer Care department at 800-447-8383.
Since 1974, Phoenix-based MiniCo, Inc. has been a self-storage leader providing superior specialty insurance programs, informative publications and valuable products and services created expressly for the self storage industry.
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BASF Proud Sponsor of the 2008 Beyond Green™ High-Performance Building Awards Program
Today BASF Corporation announced its sponsorship of the 2008 Beyond GreenTM High-Performance Building Awards, hosted by the Sustainable Buildings Industry Council (SBIC). The awards recognize the initiatives that shape, inform and catalyze the market for high-performance buildings, as well as the real-world applications of high-performance design and construction practices.
(PRWEB) August 6, 2008 -- Today BASF Corporation announced its sponsorship of the 2008 Beyond GreenTM High-Performance Building Awards, hosted by the Sustainable Buildings Industry Council (SBIC). The awards recognize the initiatives that shape, inform and catalyze the market for high-performance buildings, as well as the real-world applications of high-performance design and construction practices.
"As market leaders in durable and energy efficient building solutions and products, we actively engage groups like SBIC that are stimulating the demand for higher performing, sustainable construction technologies," said Jack Armstrong, Leader BASF Construction Initiative. Armstrong, also an SBIC board member, explained that the BASF portfolio includes more than 600 different products, including adhesives and sealants to asphalt and concrete modification to energy efficient building insulation, heat reflecting coatings and wall systems, to name a few of the technologies offered.
"Whether they are improving air quality, increasing energy efficiency, helping to create more durable roads and bridges, BASF products offer increased performance over the industry standard", said Armstrong. "Therefore, it makes sense BASF would support programming that encourages better construction across many industries."
"We are proud to recognize BASF as a Platinum Sponsor for the Beyond GreenTM Awards," said Sophia Greenbaum, Executive Director of SBIC. We share the common goal of promoting better performance for the buildings in which we work and live." Greenbaum points to last year's winning entries including the first LEED® Platinum museum, a New York City public library, a Pittsburgh nature conservatory, a North Carolina middle school that incorporates sustainability into its curriculum, and a variety of educational and policy initiatives.
The Beyond GreenTM Awards will be given in two categories: High-Performance Buildings (Category A) and High-Performance Initiatives (Category B). Applicants are challenged to demonstrate the successful application of the whole building approach and to show how they maintained the proper balance of the eight design objectives (accessible, aesthetic, cost-effective, functional, historic, productive, safe/secure and sustainable) that make up a high-performance building.
High-Performance Buildings entries may be commercial, government, institutional, residential, and school buildings. High-Performance Initiatives may be policy programs, educational initiatives, consumer awareness efforts, research product development and new construction processes. All application materials are available on the Council's Internet Web site (www.sbicouncil.org). The application deadline for the 2008 Awards program is Oct. 15, 2008. An independent, impartial jury of industry leaders will select the winning entries.
Award winners will be invited to present their projects in Washington, D.C., in January 2009, in conjunction with an awards reception on Capitol Hill. Additional recognition will include regional and national media exposure, an announcement on SBIC's Web site and in its newsletter, a plaque and inclusion in future SBIC educational programs. Winning entries will also be published on the Whole Building Design Guide (www.wbdg.org).
The Sustainable Buildings Industry Council (SBIC) is an independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to unite and inspire the building industry toward higher performance--through education, outreach, advocacy and the mutual exchange of ideas. Council Membership is open to private and public organizations and individuals who share this mission. For more information about the Council, visit www.SBICouncil.org or call 202-628-7400.
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BASF Corporation, headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey, is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF has more than 15,000 employees in North America, and had sales of approximately $16.4 billion in 2007. For more information about BASF's North American operations, or to sign up to receive news releases by e-mail, visit www.basf.com/usa.
BASF is the world's leading chemical company: The Chemical Company. Its portfolio ranges from oil and gas to chemicals, plastics, performance products, agricultural products and fine chemicals. As a reliable partner, BASF helps its customers in virtually all industries to be more successful. With its high-value products and intelligent solutions, BASF plays an important role in finding answers to global challenges, such as climate protection, energy efficiency, nutrition and mobility. BASF has more than 95,000 employees and posted sales of almost €58 billion in 2007. BASF shares are traded on the stock exchanges in Frankfurt (BAS), London (BFA) and Zurich (AN). Further information on BASF is available on the Internet at www.basf.com.
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Magnalight.com Offers New Explosion Proof Lights To Protect Paint Booth Operators
Magnalight.com introduces new OSHA approved, explosion proof "intrinsically safe" lights for paint booth operators. These lights are available on the web at Magnalight.com.
Dallas, TX (PRWEB) August 6, 2008 -- Magnalight.com introduces new OSHA approved, explosion proof "intrinsically safe" lights for paint booth operators. These lights are available on the web at Magnalight.com.
OSHA requires spray paint booths be equipped with explosion proof or "intrinsically safe" lights. In fact, OSHA stipulates that lights that are safety rated by Underwriter Labs (UL) as Class 1 Division 1 are required due to the consistent presence of flammable vapors in and around paint booths. "Explosion proof lights are defined by the amount of heat and/or the potential for sparking in and around flammable vapors and dust," stated Rob Bresnahan, President of Larson Electronics. "Generally, operators of paint booths and spray booths for vehicles, equipment, cabinets and other liquid painted items are looking for a light source that is OSHA compliant, explosion proof and is effective in providing color consistent light output. On www.Magnalight.com, we have a wide range of hazardous location lights that meet the heat and spark requirements put forth by UL and required by OSHA."
Typically, paint booths incorporate fluorescent light fixtures, since fluorescent lights tend to have high output and consistent color. Magnalight offers explosion proof fluorescent light fixtures that are ideal for paint booth applications. Explosion proof fluorescent lights are also popular with oil rigs, derricks and other oilfield and petrochemical applications. "Customers can combine our new explosion proof pneumatic ventilator fans with a wide range of safety rated, explosion proof and hazardous locations lights for a complete solution for a spray booth or lab," Rob continued.
Magnalight is also working towards the release of an explosion proof LED light, containing high powered emitters that will effectively illuminate a vessel or tank, while providing a cost effective, lightweight, high powered lighting solution for broader petrochemical and shipyard applications. "A lot of the existing explosion proof lights are bulky and heavy," said Rob. "An LED light source can be bright, color consistent, lightweight, waterproof and durable. We have an extensive line of LED light bar emitters and several are undergoing certification for explosion proof safety ratings in the US and Europe."
Magnalight carries a wide range of portable explosion proof lighting, including tank lights, string lights, hand lamps, LED flashlights and HID flashlights. Combined with a comprehensive line of remote control spotlights, vehicle lights, transformers and power supplies, Larson Electronic's Magnalight is a solution center for manufacturing, industrial, petrochemical and oilfield operators worldwide. You can learn more about Larson Electronics at www.magnalight.com or by calling toll fee, 1-800-369-6671.
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Boston Rack, Inc. to Become a Global Brand: Boston Rack International, Inc.
Boston Rack, Inc., a storage system integrator company offering nationwide services of turn-key material handling systems will be providing its services on an international scale and they will be changing the company's name to Boston Rack International, Inc., announced Peter Murphy, founder and CEO. The name-change will be effective immediately.
North Easton, MA (PRWEB) August 6, 2008 -- Boston Rack, Inc., a storage system integrator company offering nationwide services of turn-key material handling systems will be providing its services on an international scale and they will be changing the company's name to Boston Rack International, Inc., announced Peter Murphy, founder and CEO. The name-change will be effective immediately.
Boston Rack International, Inc. expertise is providing storage solutions to industries such as Archive and Record Storage, Food and Beverage, Retail, Automotive, Third Party Logistics, Petroleum, General Warehouse and Distribution Centers, Pharmaceuticals and Government Services Administration. The company was founded in 1998 with the vision of creating a business that would provide a different kind of service from what was being provided in the United States, achieving $100 million in sales over twelve years, while expanding into global markets.
Ten years later, the company is on target of meeting this goal with projected sales of $60 million for 2008. Boston Rack International has become a leading nationwide storage and material handling systems integrator with offices in Massachusetts, California, Georgia, Pennsylvania, New York, and Indiana. Boston Rack International has started to introduce its services in key international markets such as Mexico, Canada, Venezuela and the Caribbean
Murphy's leadership and vision has led Boston Rack International, Inc. to a staggering sales growth of 400 per cent in four years. The company's competitive advantage is based in distinguishing specific industry niches and developing the strategies and tools to address their needs through the creation of a superior network in the storage industry and related fields. Boston Rack International, Inc. vital trait is its flexibility to take the required steps to enhance growth. The company has the ability to take prompt decisions and actions that will be on the client's best interest.
"Our company has grown because we provide our clients a complete service: we guide them throughout the process, from the designing phase to implementation, and we advise on how to improve production and distribution. Our business is not about selling storage equipment; our business is selling storage solutions. We have a skilled team of consultants with global experience that combined, speak more than 20 languages; they have multicultural backgrounds which is essential for understanding the needs of a global market. We are now in a position of becoming the Global Storage System Integrator. This vision will be tackled with the same dedication that we had when we first started Boston Rack, Inc. Our new phase as Boston Rack International, Inc. will position our company as 'your neighborhood storage supplier, with the world in our backyard'," explained Murphy.
Boston Rack International, Inc. is the place to find superior quality services and competitive pricing. Some of their top clients include: CVS Pharmacy, Pennzoil-Quaker State Company, Toyota, PR Supply, Iron Mountain, and KB Toys.
For additional information about Boston Rack International please visit: www.bostonrack.com or call at 508-230-5755.
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Purolator USA Opens Full-Service Freight Processing Center in Philadelphia
Purolator USA has announced the opening of a new regional processing facility in King of Prussia, PA. Purolator USA is a leading provider of cross border transportation logistics, and manages the seamless movement of goods across both sides of the Canadian border. The company has operations in both Canada and the United States and provides access to established and extensive distribution networks throughout each country. In addition to its cross border expertise, Purolator USA offers delivery options within the U.S. for small and express packages.
Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) August 6, 2008 -- Purolator USA, the small-package and freight forwarding subsidiary of Canada's largest integrated distribution services company, has announced the opening of a new regional processing facility in King of Prussia, PA. The new facility services businesses located in Philadelphia, southern and central New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware and Virginia that ship regularly to Canada and within the United States.
"Businesses in this region are really clamoring for alternatives when it comes to transporting goods between the United States and Canada," branch manager Frank Jacketti explains. "The shaky U.S. economy, combined with skyrocketing fuel and transportation costs have caused many companies to rethink their business practices. Just because a business has 'always' done things one way doesn't meant there isn't a better, possibly less expensive way to get the job done. Purolator USA offers businesses choices that can help manage those costs."
Purolator USA offers customers unmatched experience and expertise in cross border logistics, and can ensure the seamless movement of goods across both sides of the Canadian border. The company has operations in both Canada and the United States and provides access to established and extensive distribution networks throughout each country. Through its Purolator Trade Solutions service, Purolator USA provides access to cross border trade specialists, who can easily navigate U.S./Canadian customs regulations and procedures.
Purolator USA also offers small package and express delivery services within the United States. "We recently added the domestic service option, and it has already proven to be superior to services offered by our competitors," says Jacketti.
In addition to its experience in cross border transportation logistics, Purolator USA is recognized for its commitment to customer service. Every Purolator USA customer is assigned a specific service representative, who ensures that each account's unique needs are addressed, and who is on call should a problem arise or a change need to be made to a logistics plan.
This individualized approach is well suited for the mid-Atlantic region, where cross border trade between Canada and the states of Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Jersey is at an all-time high. During 2006, more than $26 billion in goods traveled between Canada and these states.
Purolator USA doubled the size of its U.S. office network during the past 12 months, with branches or gateways now operating in Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, Detroit, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Philadelphia, Raleigh/Durham, Buffalo and Newburgh, NY.
For more information about Purolator USA, please visit www.purolatorusa.com.
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Ask-The-Electrician.com Redesigns Website With Information About Residential Wiring Diagrams and Offers Free Report
Ask-The-Electrician.com has redesigned its website to include more information on residential wiring diagrams, step-by-step wiring project instructions with photos, and user friendly navigation tools. A free report about common electrical mistakes is also being offered.
Grass Valley, CA (PRWEB) August 6, 2008 -- Ask-The-Electrician.com has re-launched its website with a redesigned, easy-to-use navigation bar and is also developing an information portal about residential wiring diagrams.
Ask-The-Electrician.com's creator, Dave Rongey, says, "The main goal of Ask-The-Electrician.com is to provide step-by step instructions with pictures for projects that homeowners and do-it-yourselfers commonly have questions about." The website currently has over 1,000 pictures of electrical projects with new high-quality photos added regularly.
The formation of the new residential wiring diagrams section of the website is just one step closer in fulfilling this goal. As it is developed, it continues to bring together information about all aspects of home wiring into one central location.
Other recent changes to the site include a reorganization of the homepage to help visitors easily find the information they are looking for as soon as they get to the site, an improved search bar that searches the entire content of the site, and a newly redesigned navigation bar that is organized by topic.
In addition to creating wiring diagrams to help people with their home electrical wiring projects, Dave Rongey has made available a free report entitled, "The Top 10 Electrical Mistakes and How to Avoid Them - Volume 1." The free report can be downloaded at Ask-the-electrician.com - Home electrical wiring diagrams.
About Ask-The-Electrician.com:
Dave Rongey is a licensed electrical contractor with over 35 years of experience in the field. He said, "I have accumulated a massive amount of information through all my years as an electrician. With Ask-The-Electrician.com, I want to be able to share that information and knowledge with others." Dave and his team are doing just that.
Ask-The-Electrician.com is a growing treasure trove of information that will help visitors understand their electrical projects from a professional point of view and guide them with how-to photos as they consider their next project.
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Ansell Sponsors Workplace Safety-Focused Online Community for PPE Industry
First online community created exclusively for the workplace safety industry launches where PPE professionals can interact online.
Red Bank, NJ (PRWEB) August 6, 2008 -- Workplace safety professionals who want the ability to interact with each other more than just once a year at trade shows and conferences now have an innovative new resource. The Online Safety Community (www.safetycommunity.com) is a free social network where PPE professionals can meet, share ideas and work together to pioneer new ways of making workplaces safer and more productive.
The Online Safety Community is for safety managers, foremen, safety engineers, factory and construction workers and anyone for whom workplace safety is a profession or passion. Built on a popular social networking platform and sponsored by Ansell, the online community allows members to stay up to date on emerging trends, learn about new safety products and interact with PPE experts across different industries.
"The Internet has revolutionized the way people get information. Think of the Ansell Online Safety Community as a customized 'MySpace' or 'Facebook' type site, but just for the workplace safety industry," said Tracey Dodge, Marketing Communications Manager, Ansell Limited. "The Online Safety Community is a great stop for those interested in what's happening in the PPE and occupational safety industry--straight from the people who live and breathe industrial safety."
The Online Safety Community was live in June with industry and host-generated content and in July, it opened up to membership from all workplace safety professionals. As with all social network sites, continuous content and discussions will be provided by community members, thus creating a dynamic forum for safety/PPE and many other industries.
About Ansell Limited
Celebrating more than 100 years, Ansell has long been recognized for the innovations and leadership it has provided the hand protection and safety apparel industry. Besides high quality products, the company offers a comprehensive business solutions approach to help manufacturers achieve their cost reduction mandates. Ansell personal protective clothing (PPC) specialists work directly with corporate and plant representatives to develop highly effective programs with quantifiable results.
With its regional headquarters for its operations in the Americas located in Red Bank, New Jersey and with operations in Canada, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Australia, Ansell serves a wide range of industries, including chemical manufacturing and refining, automotive, construction, food processing, general industrial, pharmaceutical, paper, white goods, semiconductor and electronics manufacturing, and primary metals. Visit Ansell online at www.Ansellpro.com.
For more information, contact:
Lara Kretler
Fahlgren Mortine Public Relations for Ansell
614-383-1618
lara.kretler(at)fahlgren.com
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GeoTek Services LLC enters Florida subsurface-investigation market
New company GeoTek Services LLC offers concrete scanning and utility locating services to contractors, renovators, municipalities, environmental companies, and archaeologists in Florida. Using ground-penetrating radar and electromagnetic induction, GeoTek workers can "see" underground and through concrete. Use of GeoTek's scanning services to locate gas and water lines, rebar, post-tensioning cables, and telecom networks would reduce injuries to construction workers and residents, lower construction costs, preserve structure integrity, and prevent business losses due to communication outages.
Melbourne, FL (PRWEB) August 6, 2008 -- New company GeoTek Services has recently formed in Florida to provide concrete scanning and utility locating services. Founder Bud Connor created the business this year to meet a growing demand for ground-penetrating radar and electromagnetic induction applications from contractors, renovators, municipalities, environmental companies, and archeologists.
Ground-penetrating radar (GPR) uses high-frequency radio waves to create images of objects below a solid surface. Construction workers can use the technology to "see" buried gas lines, water mains, and telecom networks before they excavate the ground or cut into concrete.
This method of peering underground and into concrete isn't used as widely as it could be. "A lot of people don't know that GPR exists" says Connor. "Some of the contractors I talk to are surprised that we have the ability to look inside solid objects. They're used to finding pipes with a backhoe, which isn't so good for the pipes or the project, not to mention the people around them."
According to Connor, GPR can prevent construction accidents. "In the past five months, there have been more than 30 gas-line breaks in Florida alone, and those are just the ones I know about. Emergency teams have had to put out fires and evacuate neighborhoods and businesses, even schools." Many of the accidents could have been prevented if the area had been radar-scanned before excavation began.
Cutting into a concrete slab can compromise the integrity of a building's foundation and cost contractors money in repairs and construction delays. If crews hit structural supports such as rebar or post-tensioning cables, the damage has to be repaired before the slab can support its intended load. GPR scans can locate the steel inside the slab before workers begin to cut or drill.
Underground communication systems are also vulnerable. Accidents can mean lost sales for businesses and even more serious consequences: A crew installing traffic lights in Lakeland, Fl, cut a telephone line in February, leaving about 400 homes without phone service, including the ability to make 911 calls, and a Plant City hospital was forced to go without phone service for several hours in March, after workers accidently cut a fiber-optics line.
Patrick Montgomery, president of telecommunication provider Utility Design, Inc., would like to see GPR scans required by law, before sensitive areas are excavated. "The use and application of GPR is not widely known to the businesses and governmental entities that have a need for it," Montgomery says. Preconstruction GPR utility locating could help crews avoid communication lines, preventing interruptions to business and emergency services.
Utility lines and communication cables are typically designated by flags or paint, but often the markers aren't accurate enough to prevent accidents. The signs may be moved or obliterated, and maps may show only an approximate location for the pipes. "Markers and maps give contractors an approximate location," says Connor, "but GPR tells them exactly where and how deep the lines are. GeoTek is a fast-response company: we can get to a site quickly, tell workers where the line is, and let them get on with their job."
For additional information on ground-penetrating radar, contact Bud Connor or visit www.geotekservices.com.
About GeoTek Services:
GeoTek specializes in ground-penetrating radar and electromagnetic induction services for subsurface investigations. GeoTek offers scanning, inspection, locating, and consulting services to contractors, renovators, municipalities, environmental companies and archaeologists.
Contact:
Bud Connor
GeoTek Services, LLC
321-242-1594
http://www.geotekservices.com
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The GutterBrush Guys, Ltd. are Pleased to Announce the Availability of GutterBrush Simple Gutter Guard in New Zealand
The GutterBrush Guys, LLC. (www.gutterbrush.com) are pleased to announce that GutterBrush Simple Gutter Guard is now available in New Zealand through a distribution agreement with StrechmasterProducts NZ LTD. Strechmaster now offers The entire GutterBrush Simple Gutter Guard line of products.
Newport, RI (PRWEB) August 6, 2008 -- The GutterBrush Guys, LLC. (www.gutterbrush.com) are proud to announce their new distribution relationship with Stretchmaster Products NZ LTD. Stretchmaster Products was founded by Geoff W Hill in March 1972 and it was not long before the business grew and Geoff was joined by his two sons, Bryce and Ralph to help manage the production and marketing sides of the business.
Stretchmaster's product range grew and they became one of New Zealand's leading suppliers to their respective market. Stretchmaster quickly recognized the opportunities in other markets and today supply a diverse range of products to all the leading major retail chains throughout New Zealand.
GutterBrush Guys, LLC. and Strechmaster Products NZ LTD. are working together to help meet the gutter protection needs of contractors, home service professionals, property managers and homeowners in New Zealand by offering GutterBrush Simple Gutter Guard.
About GutterBrush Simple Gutter Guard™
GutterBrush is the simple, affordable solution to prevent gutter clogs and the build up of leaves and debris in rain gutters. Similar to a large bottle brush, GutterBrush fills existing gutters with stiff, durable, double UV protected bristles creating an effective barrier to leaves and debris while allowing water to flow through the brush and gutter path. GutterBrush is the simple preferred alternative to gutter screens or gutter covers and can be installed with all roof and gutter types. Contractors and homeowners agree, GutterBrush Simple Gutter Guard™ is the best gutter protection system available on the market today. http://www.gutterbrush.com (GutterBrush Website)
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Research Suggests Loft Conversion Increases Property Value by 20%
According to research published by Nationwide, a loft conversion will increase the value of a typical UK property by 20 per cent. Best value home improvements differ considerably, both in type and value, depending on region and style of property. If a loft conversion is done to comply with building regulations and is well finished, it will always add value to any home.
Manchester, England (PRWEB) August 6, 2008 -- According to research published by Nationwide, a loft conversion will increase the value of a typical UK property by 20 per cent.
Best value home improvements differ considerably, both in type and value, depending on region and style of property. If a loft conversion is done to comply with building regulations and is well finished, it will always add value to any home.
A converted loft is the best way for most homeowners to add value to their property while increasing the amount of living space, according to research. Experts agree that loft conversions can boost the value of virtually any home by at least 15 per cent.
Specialist building firm Luxus Lofts say that among house buyers in the UK, converted loft areas are now more desirable than conservatories to provide extra space.
This type of renovation can give a house real appeal to potential buyers while ensuring that the sellers climb a few more rungs on the property ladder - and it can all be done without the need to move house or spend lots of money on a major extension.
Dave Preston, MD of Luxus Lofts, said:
"Homeowners planning improvements to their homes this summer to specifically increase the value of their property could be missing out on the most valuable additions. At a time of year when many are planning to improve the value and desirability of their homes, it is important that consumers recognise exactly which DIY and renovation projects will add the most equity to their property."
In many cases, householders almost automatically opt for a new kitchen or bathroom. Although these are valuable additions to any home, research findings show that it is more important to consider improvements that will ultimately increase a property's living area.
The average UK homeowner could improve the value of their house by as much as 20 per cent with a first class loft conversion. The addition of a new kitchen and bathroom, which most homeowners think would do most to boost the value of their property, actually adds only about 10 per cent.
In the more metropolitan and densely populated areas of London and the South East, loft conversions on average offer the best potential increase to a property's value, adding as much as £44,500.
About Luxus Lofts
A specialist loft conversion company based in Manchester, England with many years of experience. Lukus know that by converting loft space into useful living space you can add thousands to the value of your home.
http://www.luxuslofts.co.uk
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The Dryout Network Reaches Across the Canadian Border
Dryout is a US-based network of water damage restoration professionals that is rapidly expanding. Recently, Dryout extended its reach across the northern border into Canada.
Fort Myers, Florida (PRWEB) August 6, 2008 -- Swollen rivers know no boundaries. When the snow begins to melt or heavy rains begin to fall, rivers flow, often with a vengeance. Along the border states, floodwaters go where gravity takes them and now, the Dryout Network is set to follow.
"We're excited to be able to offer assistance to Canadians," Mark Decherd, president of Dryout Inc. said. "We have the infrastructure in place to rapidly dispatch a water damage professional no matter where flood damage occurs in the United States and are poised to do the same in Canada."
Flood weary Americans and US homeowners suffering from plumbing mishaps have long relied on the Dryout Network for water damage restoration, mold remediation, emergency water extraction, and related services. An innovative Internet claims form instantly routes the customer's claim to a local Dryout affiliate who then handles the entire job. This system ensures prompt, emergency service at the local level. Meanwhile, all Dryout affiliates are bound to provide quality service and conform to the standards of excellence that Dryout has built its reputation upon.
Canada is no stranger to flood disasters. According to the Geological Survey of Canada, between 1900 and 1997, nearly 170 flood disasters occurred in the 12 provinces and territories of Canada. These are but a fraction of the flood events recorded and represent those of disastrous proportions. In Canada, over 65% of disastrous floods result from snowmelt and storms. In the Maritime provinces, hurricanes pose a significant risk of flooding.
However, while flood disasters are dramatic and catastrophic, minor flooding such as from burst pipes or toppled water heaters, also cause a great deal of water damage and mold build up. It only takes about an inch of water to require professional water extraction, mold removal and restoration services.
"This expansion into Canada," Decherd added, "is a major milestone for us. We are ready to serve."
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Thermique Launches Online Store for Heated Glass Towel Warmers
World's Most Beautiful Towel Warmers Available in a Variety of Designer Colors
Chicago, IL (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 6, 2008 -- Thermique Heated Glass Towel Warmers are now available for sale directly to the public in designer colors. Thermique officially launched its online store today, along with a brand new color of towel warmer--cream! With elegant heated glass in a colorful freestanding frame, Thermique Towel Warmers provide homeowners and design professionals with style options unlike anything else on the market today.
Thermique believes home appliances should be beautiful as well as functional. With Thermique's patented design, towels and linens are draped over an elegant pane of heated glass. The glass itself radiates warmth evenly across the entire surface so fabrics are perfectly heated, and the towel warmer actually enhances the appearance of the home. For homeowners who never imagined a towel warmer complementing their décor, it provides a beautiful new option.
To provide even more design options, Thermique offers towel warmers in more designer colors than any other manufacturer. The latest color option was selected by popular vote at the KBIS 2008 tradeshow. Industry experts and design professionals were invited to cast a ballot for their favorite new color, and cream was the overwhelming favorite.
"We took the question straight to the people, and they chose cream," said Mike Hobbs, CEO of Thermique Technologies, LLC. "It is a beautiful choice. And now we're taking our towel warmers straight to the people with an online store where you can buy directly from Thermique."
The online store is located at www.thermiquetech.com.
The UL-approved, freestanding Thermique Towel Warmer does not require wall space or professional installation, only a standard GFCI wall outlet. Its versatile design is perfect for bathrooms, indoor pools and spas. The Thermique Towel Warmer is also ideal in the laundry room for drying delicates, by the door for wet jackets and socks, or in the bedroom for blankets and comforters.
"Would you rather decorate a home with metal bars or heated glass?" asked Hobbs. "The choice is clear. The Thermique Towel Warmer makes a beautiful addition to any home."
Thermique heated glass was named among the "Best of What's New" technologies by Popular Science magazine in 2005, and the original Thermique Towel Warmer was voted "Best New Bath Product" at the 2005 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, as well as earning a Good Design Award from the Chicago Athenaeum. The new freestanding model earned a 2008 ADEX Award for Design Excellence.
About Thermique Technologies, LLC
Thermique Technologies, LLC, is the global leader in the development and sophisticated application of heated glass technology. From its architectural heated glass to its heated glass towel warmers, Thermique's patented technology enables glass to be used in ways never before imagined.
To learn more about Thermique heated glass technology and its many applications, call (312) 326-9193 or visit www.thermiquetech.com.
Contact:
Rick Lewis
Gish, Sherwood & Friends
(615) 385-1100
rlewis@gish.com
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PURE Receives Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) from A.M. Best
High Net Worth Insurer Demonstrates Solid Financial Strength
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) August 6, 2008 -- Privilege Underwriters Reciprocal Exchange (PURE) today announced it has received a financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) from A.M. Best Company, a global leading insurance company rating organization. PURE provides coverage for high value homes and other personal insurance needs of successful individuals and families. As a reciprocal insurer, PURE is owned by its policyholders (members).
“We are delighted and proud to receive this prestigious rating, which reaffirms PURE’s excellent financial strength,” said Ross Buchmueller, president and chief executive officer of PURE Risk Management, LLC. “We appreciate the additional peace of mind the A.M. Best rating provides our members, who choose to put their trust in us and our unique business model.”
A.M. Best’s ratings are based on a detailed evaluation of a company’s balance sheet, operating performance, and business profile. In its report about PURE, Best notes, “The ratings reflect PURE’s solid risk-adjusted capitalization, moderate operating leverage measures currently maintained and anticipated in its business plan, prudent reinsurance programs and management’s previous successful history in the niche of high net worth personal lines clients. The ratings also contemplate additional financial flexibility afforded through its parent company with multiple investor sources and the growing positive impact of surplus contributions from PURE subscribers.”
PURE currently has about 3,000 members in Florida and South Carolina.
About PURE
PURE refers to Privilege Underwriters Reciprocal Exchange, a member insurer of the PURE Group of Insurance Companies. PURE is a member-owned reciprocal insurer and has been rated A- (Excellent) by A.M. Best. PURE’s members are successful, responsible individuals and families. PURE is committed to helping its members reduce the price of insurance today while controlling the long term cost of risk. PURE provides coverage for high valued homes, automobiles, jewelry & art, personal liability and watercraft. PURE Risk Management LLC serves as the attorney-in-fact for PURE.
About A.M. Best Company
Founded in 1899, A.M. Best Company is a global full-service credit rating organization dedicated to serving the financial and health care service industries, including insurance companies, banks, hospitals and health care system providers. For more information, visit www.ambest.com.
Editor’s Notes: Interviews with PURE’s executives, agents and members may be coordinated. Copies of the A.M. Best report are available upon request.
Keyword Tags: PURE, Homeowners Insurance, High Net Worth Insurer, Reciprocal Exchange, Ross Buchmueller
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Ed Teixeira, COO of Vehicle Tracking Solutions, to Speak at Precast Concrete Annual Convention
43rd Annual Convention to be Held September 17-21 in Ottawa, Canada.
Deer Park, NY (PRWEB) August 6, 2008 -- Ed Teixeira, Chief Operating Officer of Vehicle Tracking Solutions (VTS), will conduct a workshop at the 43rd Annual Convention of the National Precast Association (NCPA) in Ottawa, Canada on September 20.
Mr. Teixeira's presentation entitled "Combating Rising Fuel Costs by Maximizing Your Delivery Efficiency" will demonstrate the benefits of GPS fleet tracking in the precast industry. The workshop will be aimed at teaching how today's technology provides ways for controlling delivery costs- from saving fuel to routing it efficiently- in order to save money and maximize profits.
Mr. Teixeira currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer of VTS, a leading provider of vehicle tracking and fleet management systems. Prior to his position at VTS, Mr. Teixeira founded and operated FranchiseKnowHow, LLC, a franchise development firm. He is the author of Franchising From The Inside Out which walks readers through the process of starting a franchise. Prior to operating FKH, he was Chief Operating Officer of ATC Medical Staffing, a publicly held medical staffing company.
The centerpiece of the NPCA Annual Convention is the Precast Marketplace which features many of the top suppliers to the precast industry, showcasing the latest products and services. This year, the Convention features a Scholarship Golf Tournament at the Loch March Golf and Country Club.
Founded in 1965, NPCA connects leaders in the manufactured concrete industry through educational, leadership and networking opportunities. The association currently represents more than 1,100 companies that are committed to expanding the use of quality precast concrete.
For more information about the National Precast Association and the 43rd Annual NCPA Convention, please visit www.precast.org.
Vehicle Tracking Solutions is a Long Island based company, and is a leading provider of Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) devices and fleet management solutions. VTS tracks more than 10,500 vehicles 24 hours a day for clients in 32 states. Operating since 2002, VTS has experienced double-digit growth over the past four years. VTS operates offices in New York, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Connecticut and Texas, and is the only company in the AVL industry to offer franchise opportunities.
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JRS Architect, P.C. Designs 'Friendly' Branches for Bethpage Federal Credit Union
JRS Architect, P.C., which has designed offices and branches for some of the nation's largest financial institutions, has undertaken a branch roll out program Long Island's Bethpage Federal Credit Union. The branch designs aim to create a standardized identity for Bethpage Federal that reflects the financial coop's branding slogan, :"Banking among friends."
Mineola, NY (PRWEB) August 6, 2008 -- JRS Architect, P.C. is helping Bethpage Federal Credit Union make new friends with its branch designs.
Mineola-based JRS Architect, P.C., an award-winning architectural and interior design firm best known for its work for some of the nation's largest financial institutions, is designing new branches for rapidly growing Bethpage Federal Credit Union (Bethpage) that reflect the credit union's branding slogan, "Banking among friends."
"JRS' designs aim to create a standardized brand identity for Bethpage Federal Credit Union's branches," said JRS Vice President Robert Morrisey, who heads the JRS design team working with Bethpage.
Bethpage's recently opened 3,200-square-foot, freestanding branch in Massapequa, which stands out among the gas stations and restaurants that front Westfield's Massapequa Mall on Sunrise Highway, exemplifies JRS' effort to translate Bethpage's slogan.
The branch's exterior -- brown, split face concrete blocks along with copper and blue aluminum composite panels -- provides a background for Bethpage's familiar blue signage.
"In order to take full advantage of the high visibility corner and the angles of the site, we skewed from the traditional branch layout," Morrisey said of the Massapequa location.
The earth-tone theme is carried over to the branch's interior, where the look welcomes Bethpage members with the feel of a living room complete with flat-panel television, club chairs, twill carpet, slate-look porcelain floor tiles and cherry-wood laminate furnishings, all of which mingle with the company's colors to establish its identity.
JRS has been working for four years with Bethpage, Long Island's largest credit union, on its branch design program. To date, JRS has designed and completed 13 branches, including recently opened ones in Freeport, Farmingdale and Mineola, as well as the credit union's main office in Bethpage. The look will carry over to two new branches, one under construction in Elmont and another waiting for construction permits in Central Islip. The branches range from 2,900 square feet to 4,000 square feet.
Bethpage, formed originally to serve employees of the former Grumman Corp., is now open to all Long Islanders and has undertaken an aggressive branch roll out program. Since then, Bethpage has grown from nine offices to 17 and now has assets of more than $3 billion and more than 139,000 members.
"As part of an aggressive growth strategy and to better serve our membership, we desired to open new branches within communities where our members live and work,'' said Anthony Edelman, Assistant Vice President-Support Services at Bethpage. "We wanted to implement a standardized design plan that was functional, inviting, and aesthetically pleasing and JRS understood this."
"Our base design has remained constant since 2004, and whether it was a build out of a storefront shell, renovation of an existing branch, or new construction, the JRS team has been professional, dependable and creative," Edelman said, noting that two noteworthy projects undertaken by JRS were the Massapequa ground-up build and Bethpage's main office renovation.
At Bethpage's 20,000-square-foot main office, JRS and the credit union's contractor accomplished a renovation in three phases over a six-month "live" construction period. Work was completed without closing the location or adversely having an impact on members or employees.
JRS' designs also have proved popular among Bethpage's members, said Edelman. "Members have commented positively on the selection of colors and materials, and the manner in which they were used," he said, noting that the credit union has provided more than a dozen members with information about the manufacturers of the materials that were used in the branches.
About Bethpage Federal Credit Union
Bethpage Federal Credit Union is the largest Long Island community credit union, with more than $3 billion in assets. Bethpage is a full-service, cooperative financial institution offering the lowest or no fees on products and services, the highest interest on deposits, and the lowest rates on loans to more than 139,000 members nationwide. In addition to its main office, Bethpage currently maintains branches in Bay Shore, Commack, Farmingdale, Freeport, Glen Cove, Hempstead, Huntington, Levittown, Lynbrook, Massapequa, Melville, Mineola, North Babylon, Port Jefferson, Riverhead and Smithtown with no-surcharge ATM access at 29 Shared Service Centers, King Kullen Grocery Stores, 7-Eleven Convenience Stores, Walgreen's Pharmacies and Costco. Membership is open to anyone who lives, works, worships, attends school or regularly conducts business in Nassau or Suffolk counties (except for Southampton, East Hampton, and Shelter Island). For more information, call (800) 628-7070 or visit http:/www.bethpagefcu.com.
About JRS Architect, P.C.
Established in 1986, JRS Architect, P.C. has offices in Mineola, N.Y., New York City and Princeton, N.J. The firm has grown from six people since its establishment to more than 50 today serving Long Island, the greater New York City area, Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. It has developed design expertise in the corporate, educational, financial, healthcare, hospitality and public spaces and retail markets. For more information about JRS, call (516) 294-1666 or visit www.jrsarchitect.com.
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Walton Construction Builds Talent Management and Development Program with Cornerstone OnDemand
Nationwide construction leader chooses Cornerstone's integrated learning, compliance and performance offerings to align talent across five regional divisions
Santa Monica, Calif. (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 5, 2008 -- Cornerstone OnDemand Inc., a leader in on-demand, integrated talent management software and services, today announced that national general contracting firm Walton Construction Company, LLC, has chosen Cornerstone's integrated talent management and development solution to unify its employee learning, compliance and performance management program, as well as help in streamlining its operations across its five regional divisions.
By blending its talent management and development initiatives, Walton Construction will be able to provide a more efficient, comprehensive and effective program for managing and cultivating its 580 employees. This includes establishing and communicating performance expectations at all levels, as well as collecting and tracking employee skills, competencies and certification levels in individual employee talent profiles. With this intelligence, managers can more easily identify and assign learning and compliance activities as part of Walton's "internal university."
"Walton is committed to recognizing and rewarding our company's most treasured asset - its talent," remarked Heather Hubert, director of talent development for Walton Construction Company. "By working with Cornerstone to create a world-class talent development program, we hope to empower our employees to successfully meet or exceed performance expectations, as well as continue to grow their careers within the company."
Cornerstone's multi-tenant, multi-user software as a service (SaaS) is a true on-demand solution, making it a faster and more efficient way for Walton to deploy, manage and maintain its new talent management program. Employing an on-demand solution also means Walton won't have to deal with the hassles of version upgrades, maintenance and hardware/IT costs.
"Talent management is essential in helping businesses to successfully engage employees, manage projects and optimize for long-term growth," said Adam Miller, president and CEO of Cornerstone on Demand Inc. "We are thrilled to collaborate with Walton Construction to offer a best in class solution for enhancing the development and performance of its talent base."
About Walton Construction
Walton Construction Company, LLC, which maintains full-service offices in Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, Mo., Dallas, and New Orleans is ranked among the top contractors in the United States by Engineering News Record. Established in 1985, Walton Construction has grown steadily to become a leader in pre-construction, general contracting, design-build and construction management services. For more information, please visit www.waltonbuilt.com
About Cornerstone OnDemand
Cornerstone OnDemand (www.cornerstoneondemand.com) helps organizations to empower their people and optimize workforce productivity with a comprehensive suite of integrated talent management solutions for learning, compliance, performance, compensation and succession management, as well as robust reporting and analytics. Cornerstone also provides over 30,000 pre-integrated training titles. The Company's multi-tenant, multi-user software-as-a-service (SaaS) architecture provides customers with rapid deployments, minimal IT costs, greater flexibility, proven reliability and a lower total cost of ownership. Cornerstone's triple-digit growth has been supported by a market-leading customer retention rate. Leading enterprises such as Aon, Bank of the West, Flextronics, Pearson, Randstad, Ticketmaster and Trend Micro count on Cornerstone to help them achieve organizational excellence and competitive advantage. Cornerstone OnDemand is headquartered in Santa Monica, California and has international offices in London, Paris, Munich and Tel Aviv. For more information, please visit www.cornerstoneondemand.com.
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Corporate Visions Inc. Acquires Customer Message Management, LLC (CMM Group)
Together, Corporate Visions Inc. and CMM Group will create the industry's first combined marketing and sales messaging, consulting and training company. The move comes at a time when organizations are aggressively seeking better alignment between their Marketing and Sales departments in order to improve business performance.
Incline Village, NV (PRWEB) August 5, 2008 -- Corporate Visions, the leading sales messaging consulting and training firm, announced today that it has acquired CMM Group, the leading provider of marketing messaging and communication services. Together, the two organizations will create the industry's first combined marketing and sales messaging, consulting and training company. The move comes at a time when companies are aggressively seeking better alignment between their Marketing and Sales departments in order to improve business performance.
Corporate Visions has made a name with their Power Messaging® and Power Positioning™ approaches for improving sales messaging and communication skills. CMM Group is recognized for developing the Customer Message Management® process for creating customer-relevant marketing messages and helping marketing create more sales-ready communication tools.
"With this acquisition, Corporate Visions and CMM Group will have literally bridged the gap between sales and marketing," explained Joe Terry, President of Corporate Visions. "Our integrated solutions will truly be one-of-a-kind and meet an increasing market demand."
3-Foot Level Customer-Focused Messaging:
The new direction of Corporate Visions is to focus on integrated marketing and sales solutions primarily referred to as the "3-foot level" customer message instead of the "30,000-foot level" brand message. "Most companies have made an effort to identify their brand, but continue to struggle with taking those messages to the streets," said Tim Riesterer, former CEO of CMM Group, now SVP of Strategic Consulting and CMO at Corporate Visions. "Business clients are known to make brand purchase decisions based on their interactions with a company's field sales person. So, if you don't bridge your brand marketing messages into a customer-focused message that can be delivered effectively by your sales people, your brand efforts are at risk."
Leading industry analyst firm, Sirius Decisions, reports that the "inability of salespeople to communicate value during customer interactions" is perceived by executives as the number one inhibitor to sales success. "We know that's a marketing and sales problem; not just one or the other. And we've come together to solve that issue," said Diane Emo, former president of CMM Group, now SVP of Products and Learning at Corporate Visions. "Traditionally Sales and Marketing have worked in silos. By combining Corporate Visions and CMM we will be able to provide a completely integrated solution that spans both departments, focusing them on the same goal to make the most out of these powerful resources.
Marketing and Sales Alignment Leadership:
"Both Corporate Visions and CMM's clients were looking for vision and leadership in helping bring marketing and sales together," said Joe Terry, President of Corporate Visions. "Our clients were asking us to produce marketing messages and materials to reinforce the sales skills we are teaching. CMM's clients were asking them to provide sales training and ensure sales adoption of the messages and tools they developed. As a result, our traditional competencies were being pushed towards each other."
"Now we are setting an example that sales and marketing really can be fused and we're establishing an industry best practice for how the two should work together,'' Terry commented. "If your company is looking to better integrate marketing and sales, why not work with a consulting firm that's already done it themselves."
About Corporate Visions Inc.:
Corporate Visions' unrivaled end-to-end solutions help companies stand out. We work with executives, sales and marketing professionals to create one cohesive company story that will ignite a fire within their prospects to make a buying decision in their favor. Our clients are globally recognized companies like CareerBuilder, IBM, Fidelity, Volvo Trucks, CA, Hobsons and many more. We work with them to create memorable customer-focused messages and provide the tools and skills necessary to put the message to use immediately. With Corporate Visions' integrated consultancy solution, companies can focus on the customers' needs and the critical moments of truth at every stage of the customer life-cycle. For more information contact us at www.CorporateVisions.com or by calling 775-831-1322 or 800-360-SELL.
Corporate Visions is a registered trademark of Corporate Visions Inc.
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Builder Purchasing Services LLC Announces Its Initial Menu Of Purchasing Administration Services To Both Commercial And Residential Builders
Builder Purchasing Services (BPS) answers the call of the nation's builders to cut overhead costs yet gain better cost management tools. BPS was founded in 2008 to provide a service to assist builders with their administrative purchasing functions. BPS not only brings automation to the builder, but as a result, they bring consistency, efficiency and standardization of processes and procedures as well as real time reporting and communication to help better manage their business and let the builder do what they do best...build.
Littleton, CO (PRWEB) August 6, 2008 -- Builder Purchasing Services (BPS) answers the call of the nation's builders to cut overhead costs yet gain better cost management tools.
BPS was formed in 2008 as an answer for builders without automated purchasing systems, antiquated systems or those not wanting to continue to pay for upgrades and maintenance, and also for the builders that need to reduce the overhead of their purchasing personnel. According to Founder Mark A. Henderson, "I was amazed at the number of builders I have come across in the last few years that have struggled with purchasing. There are builders that have no automated systems, no standardization of internal processes and procedures and quite frankly, have no idea of where they stand cost wise on a given unit or project." BPS provides the tools for a builder to show how they are performing in regards to their budgets per unit and project as well as increasing efficiency and profitability while saving money on administrative salaries and benefits. This provides assurances to the builder and their financiers and is a benefit in both good and bad economic times.
Andy Marchase, President of Construction Loans with Citywide Banks, has said, "BPS offers builders a unique and valuable service which enables them to manage costs and focus their time on managing their core business."
BPS has formed an alliance with BuilderMT, a leader in software technology solutions, to create a full service purchasing department for the building industry. Administrative services offered to the builder include Buyout Process, Material Specification documentation, Scopes of Work by trade and municipality, Purchase Order (PO) Release, PO Approval, and check cutting for distribution to the builder's Trade Partners. The systems implemented by BPS account for any changes the builder may need during construction, including Variance PO's, Measurement PO's, Upgrade PO's and Contract Changes. All changes are immediately followed by Real Time reporting of budgets by unit and/or project via email to the Builder and any other entity the Builder would like informed of their current status.
BPS introduced their technology at the Pacific Coast Builders Conference held in June, 2008. Scott Sinelli, Vice President of Operations for Village Homes of Colorado: "This is the most innovative service presented at the show this year. This service will change the industry and how many builders handle day to day operations."
For more information on Builder Purchasing Services, contact Mark Henderson at markh @ BuilderPurchasingServices.com or Michael McMahon mikem @ BuilderPurchasingServices.com Office address: 10288 W. Chatfield Avenue, Suite 301, Littleton, Colorado 80127. Main phone number: 720-981-2925. Website: www.BuilderPurchasingServices.com.
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Economy Impacts Small Businesses
As the economy continues to slide down there are many casualties, some of which come from the small business sector. There are solutions and opportunities to 'beat' the downturn according David T. Banfield, President of The Interface Financial Group.
Irvine, CA (PRWEB) August 5, 2008 -- David Banfield, President of The Interface Financial Group, commented that all is not bleak on the small business scene. His comments came with the announcement that Interface has just opened eight new offices to add to their growing 100+ office base.
Banfield explained that the new offices are necessary to service the increased demand for the company's unique financial service geared almost exclusively to the needs of the smaller but expanding business. He noted that "One of the main causes of business failure today is no different from the main cause 5 or 10 years ago -- lack of adequate working capital to fuel the expansion experienced by many small businesses."
While it is clear that numerous large organizations, Fortune 500 companies, are trimming their outlook and their work force it is also evident but not well publicized that small business owners are quietly working at expanding their operations. "This expansion is coming in the manufacturing sector but also much more noticeably in the service sector" observed Banfield, "typically a more difficult area to finance."
Being a victim of one's own success is a bitter pill to have to swallow especially in these economic times. The Interface Financial Group and other 'specialty' funders are bridging the gap for the small business entity, providing the much needed short term working capital to keep them alive and growing. That growth in turn translates into job creation and a healthier business environment. But as Banfield notes "Without the capital assistance it isn't going to happen and so with eight new offices located in Arizona, Texas, Illinois, Washington, Minnesota, Virginia, Iowa, and Florida, Interface at least will help in part to bridge the capital gap for small businesses".
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Superior Lamp Inc. Wins Prestigious Torch Award from the Better Business Bureau
Superior Lamp Inc., one of the nation's most respected distributors of heavy-duty industrial lighting products, has been awarded the prestigious Torch Award by the Better Business Bureau for Marketplace Excellence.
Mount Laurel, NJ (PRWEB) August 5, 2008 -- Superior Lamp Inc., one of the nation's most respected distributors of heavy-duty industrial lighting products, has been awarded the prestigious Torch Award by the Better Business Bureau for Marketplace Excellence.
Each year, the BBB bestows this honor on only two businesses and one individual in the fields of Marketplace Excellence, Advancing Marketplace Trust, and Consumer Leadership. All North American for-profit businesses that provide goods or services to retail and/or wholesale markets are eligible for this distinction and the nominees are selected in a closed nomination process which is not open to the public.
Superior Lamp Inc. is very proud to have been nominated and selected for this prestigious award as it exemplifies their tireless pursuit of excellence in customer service, quality excellence, environmental awareness, and energy-efficient lighting products. Since 1977, Superior Lamp Inc. has maintained the reputation as an industry leader for unparalleled quality and innovation in industrial lighting equipment across North America for their extensive line of lighting products.
They produce a wide range of lighting solutions in all sizes for every industrial application including fluorescent, incandescent, metal halide, mercury vapor, high-pressure sodium lighting, and lighting ballasts engineered to last fifty years and longer.
Every lighting product they market is designed and constructed to last eighteen times longer than standard household lighting so that their customers save money through longer-lasting lighting, reduced maintenance, and energy-efficiency. Their extensive line of lighting products includes products for heavy-duty industrial, commercial, institutional, municipal, and many other applications.
Superior Lamp Inc. designed, engineered, and marketed environmentally-responsible products from the company's inception as part of their ongoing efforts to help their customers reduce overhead costs and energy consumption.
Yet another way that Superior Lamp Inc. helps their customers trim costs is by making their products available for purchase directly from the company, which eliminates the processing costs that wholesale lighting companies must charge to stay in business.
For more information about Superior Lamp Inc. its extensive line of cost-efficient lighting products, and the 2008 Better Business Bureau Torch, you can visit the Superior Lamp Inc. website at http://www.superiorlampinc.com/index.htm or call the company toll-free at 800-257-8353.
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Going Green with Paperless Billing
Paperless billing is being adopted at a faster pace than ever because of the benefits it provides to all parties. The biller achieves cost reductions while their customers enjoy the convenience of receiving bills electronically. Best of all, paperless billing has significant benefit to the environment. Billtrust™, a leader in outsourced billing, has been recognized by Plant a Tree USA™ with the Great Green Business Award for their success in converting customers to eBilling. Over the past year, many Billtrust customers have more than doubled their e-Adoption Rate. Not only does this deliver cost savings, it also has a positive impact on the environment.
Princeton, NJ (PRWEB) August 5, 2008 -- Billtrust, a leading provider of outsourced billing services, helps companies achieve cost and productivity savings with a unique approach to the billing process. Businesses use their services for the presentment and delivery of billing documents via both paper and electronic methods. Billtrust helps their clients migrate their customers from paper to electronic billing resulting in cost reductions as high as 75% on the delivery of a bill.
Over the past year, many Billtrust customers have more than doubled their e-Adoption Rate. Not only does this deliver cost savings, it also has a positive impact on the environment.
Billtrust offers many different ways for a bill to be sent beyond U.S. Mail, such as Email, Fax, and web (known as EIPP and EBPP). They work closely with their customers to identify the preferences of the bill recipient and then send the bill based on this preference. The result is a reduction in not just paper, but envelopes, stamps, and fuel.
Billtrust teamed up with Plant a Tree USA to run a special program whereby they reward customers working hard to drive e-Adoption. As these companies achieve ten points of e-Adoption growth, Billtrust has a tree planted in their name. Based on Billtrust's success, Plant a Tree USA awarded them the Great Green Business Award.
In presenting Billtrust with the Great Green Business Award, Plant a tree USA's CEO Cindy Katz said, "Billtrust is a business to emulate. They are acting on an extremely simple but effective idea. Just look at the environmental impact they're making and how many trees they save!"
Flint Lane, CEO at Billtrust added, "It is very important that Billtrust operate with integrity and social consciousness. These principals play a part in the value we deliver to our customers and to ourselves. We are proud of what we do each and every day to help the environment and appreciate the recognition by Plant a Tree USA."
According to Cliff Nehamen, Credit Manager at B&K Electric, a leading electrical distributor in Northern California, "Our eBilling participation in early 2007 was a meager 6.3%. As we close out June 2008, I am pleased to say we are at 29%. Billtrust helped us achieve these results, which are great for our business, our customers, and the environment. My company is proud to have played a part in helping Billtrust be recognized with the Great Green Business Award."
About Billtrust™
Headquartered in Jamesburg, NJ, Billtrust is a leader in outsourced billing solutions. The company's flagship product and service suite, called CompleteBilling, consists of paper, fax and e-mail billing as well Invoice Gateway, a hosted electronic bill presentment and payment (EIPP) site. In addition, the company provides expert bill design, in-bill marketing services, and an integrated online customer service tool called CustomerCare. These comprehensive tools automate the billing process, enabling businesses to save money, increase productivity, improve cash flow, and seamlessly migrate to electronic delivery. More than 250 companies nationwide rely on Billtrust for their billing needs. For more information, visit Billtrust online at www.billtrust.com.
About Plant a Tree USA™
Plant a Tree USA™ is planting 18 billion trees, educating millions of people and a partner in the United Nations Billion Tree Campaign. CEO and Founder, Cindy Katz, was invited to speak at the United Nations Environmental Program last month. Plant a Tree USA™ also runs training seminars and courses to help businesses become more environmentally conscious while protecting their bottom line.
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AR Nelson Launches New Optimized Website
AR Nelson is proud to announce the launch of the redesigned and optimized AR Nelson website, today. For shower curtains, cubicle curtain track, IV track, IV bottle holders, or carriers and hardware, the new AR Nelson website makes it easier to meet the custom design needs of leading general contractors.
St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) August 5, 2008 -- AR Nelson is proud to announce the launch of the redesigned and optimized AR Nelson website, today. AR Nelson contracted with The Net Impact, a St Louis web design firm, for the search engine optimization of the new website. AR Nelson also worked closely with freelance graphic designer Pete Krause on the design and development of the new site.
The new AR Nelson site is designed to provide a greater offering and usability, through enhanced content and navigation, to general contractors. For shower curtains, cubicle curtain track, IV track, IV bottle holders, or carriers and hardware, the new AR Nelson website makes it easier to meet the custom design needs of leading general contractors.
Herb Golterman, AR Nelson's CEO, said, "We are very proud of our new website. The development team has worked very hard to create an attractive, easy to use resource that enables our customers to access a vast amount of information with very little effort. Our customers should find the site easy to navigate and full of the details needed to make an informed purchase of cubicle track, cubicle curtains, or IV bottle holder systems." Herb went on to compliment his staff on their efforts during the development of the site, saying "I can't praise the web site team enough; each individual took ownership of specific tasks and seamlessly integrated their work into the project. It was a true team effort and all that were a part of development should feel a great sense of accomplishment."
Kiva Gippo, Project Manager of AR Nelson, said, "At last we have a resource that enables us to keep pace with the ever more technical and information hungry marketplace. When potential customers visit our site they will come away with the confidence that our products are the best available and our product support and customer service is second to none. Our repeat customers already know this, of course, but they will see with our new website that we are continually striving to make their projects run smoother by upgrading our product literature and technical data."
AR Nelson services leading hospitals and health care facilities across the nation with an expert staff and combined experience of over 40 years. AR Nelson has grown to be a strong industry leader, supplying over 300,000 feet of cubicle curtain and IV track each year. For more information please visit Hospital Curtain Track, Shower Curtains, Privacy Curtains http://www.arnelson.com/.
Since 1997, The Net Impact has been a St Louis web design leader, empowering clients with highly creative and search engine friendly websites. Professional services encompass search engine and Internet marketing solutions, Internet strategy development and web site design. For more information, please visit http://www.thenetimpact.com.
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Green Building: LEED Gold Project Opens at Hallmark Development's Offices at Park Place in Clearwater, FL
One of Florida's first registered office building projects pursuing LEED-Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council has opened at Offices at Park Place in Clearwater, Florida. Developed from the ground up by Hallmark Development of Florida, Inc., The Murray Company, and Collman and Karsky architects, the building is poised to be Tampa Bay's first with LEED-gold certification in the New Construction rating system. It is the new international headquarters for TUI Marine.
Clearwater, FL (PRWEB) August 5, 2008 -- One of Florida's first registered office building projects pursuing LEED-Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council has opened at Offices at Park Place in Clearwater, Florida. Developed by Hallmark Development of Florida, Inc., the building is the new international headquarters for TUI Marine, parent company of The Moorings and Sunsail Brands.
"It's been very rewarding to bring a LEED Gold project to our community," said Steve Engelhardt, president of Hallmark Development. "We've operated here for over 40 years, and we feel it's our responsibility--and our honor--to drive sustainable development in the area."
LEED is a third-party certification program and the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings. LEED rates buildings in categories for sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, and indoor environmental quality. The project is an extension of TUI Marine's worldwide environmental policy.
The project was completed in partnership with builders The Murray Company and architects Collman & Karsky. The $3.4 million project contains green features such as room lighting which turns off when not in use, cool roof, building positioning to maximize natural light, tinted windows which maximize natural light and block heat. In addition, renewable energy has been purchased to offset 70 percent of the building's electrical use over a two-year period. Other green features include:
* Low-flow fixtures and water conservation shower heads
* Recycled and low-toxicity materials
* Preferred parking for high-efficiency vehicles
* Showers for staff members who bicycle to work
* A white cap sheet which reduces the heat absorbed by the roof
* Cubicles made from recycled corn
* Tile made from recycled cement
* Xeriscape landscaping, which utilizes natural regional plants and increases water efficiency
The healthy design also included a Construction Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management System. This plan was created and implemented during construction to improve the indoor air quality for construction workers and building occupants. The plan included using low-emitting materials, covering HVAC openings with plastic, placing MERV 8 filters on return air openings, placing MERV 8 filters in HVAC units, using equipment to reduce airborne particulates and odors, and using dehumidifiers for moisture control. After construction, a third party tested and confirmed the concentration levels were acceptable for formaldehyde, particulates (PM-10), total volatile organic compounds, and carbon monoxide.
About Hallmark Development of Florida, Inc.
Hallmark Development of Florida is a diversified real estate development firm founded 43 years ago. It has developed roughly 630,000 square feet of office and service-center space. It owns and operates the Airport Business Center with nearly 160 tenants near the St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport on 140th Avenue North in Clearwater. In addition, Hallmark manages several other commercial properties, including Roosevelt Lakes Office Park in the Feather Sound area and Enterprise Office Center in the Countryside area, both in Pinellas County. For more information on Hallmark Development, Inc., call (727) 539-7002 or visit http://www.HallmarkDevelopment.net.
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CinciMedia, the Global Interactive Media Services Firm Whose Clients Include MTV and JCDecaux Has Opened a New Sales and Project Management Office in New York, NY
CinciMedia, the global provider of interactive media design and development services to clients is pleased to announce the opening of a sales and project management office in New York, NY to serve the NY, NJ and CT markets.
Cincinnati, Ohio (PRWEB) August 4, 2008 -- CinciMedia, the global provider of interactive media design and development services to clients is pleased to announce the opening of a sales and project management office in New York, NY to serve the NY, NJ and CT markets.
Our considerable, and proven global expertise in the design and development of real-estate marketing websites, coupled with our interior and exterior 3D architectural rendering and animation services make New York, the hot bed of real estate development an obvious expansion market for CinciMedia. Ralph Kowalzyck an experienced architect and entrepreneur will head the New York Office in conjunction with several local project management and support staff.
"We have already completed projects in that market, most recently the Millennium99 website, and see great potential for our services there" said CinciMedia CEO, Karl Treier. While CinciMedia will principally target the real-estate market in New York and surrounding areas it will also offer its broader interactive media services. Those services include CMS enabled website design and development, web application development, Flash scripting and animation, and television and film grade computer generated visual effects and animation.
About CinciMedia:
CinciMedia is a global provider of Interactive Media design and development services ranging from Websites, Web Solutions, Flash Animation and Scripting, JustPageIt Content Management Systems, 3D Rendering and 3D Animation. CinciMedia has a worldwide staff of over 40,with offices in Cincinnati, Ohio, New York, New York and Vilnius, Lithuania. CinciMedia has more than 500 clients including; MTV International, Organon, Ogilvy and JCDecaux.
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Bradco Supply Turns to Advanced Imaging and Workflow Solution for Accounts Payable Automation
Archive Systems, a leading provider of accounts payable automation services, today announced that Bradco Supply, one of the nation's largest distributors of building materials, has selected ASPEN 360 Accounts Payable Edition, a subscription-based service that automates the accounts payable process. ASPEN 360 incorporates best practices AP automation with the invoice virtualization center for a complete, ZeroTouch solution. It increases efficiencies and reduces costs with features such as straight through processing, which uses automated three-way matching to auto match invoices to PO and receipt line items without AP processor intervention.
Fairfield, NJ (PRWEB) August 5, 2008 -- Archive Systems, a leading provider of accounts payable automation services, today announced that Bradco Supply, one of the nation's largest distributors of building materials, has selected ASPEN 360 Accounts Payable Edition, a subscription-based service that automates the accounts payable process.
ASPEN 360 provides organizations like Bradco Supply with an advanced imaging and workflow solution for AP. Invoices are sent by a company's vendors to the ASPEN 360 Invoice Virtualization Center (IVC) for invoice scanning, data capture and OCR, online image storage, and automated workflow management. Invoices are automatically routed and available online throughout the approval, payment and audit processes.
ASPEN 360 combines industry best practices with ZeroTouch AP imaging and workflow to automate the AP process. It increases efficiencies and reduces costs with features such as straight through processing , which uses automated three-way matching to auto match invoices to PO and receipt line items without AP processor intervention. Additional features that streamline the AP process include line item capture, PO matching, and expense-based approval process automation.
"We are pleased to have Bradco Suppy join the growing list of companies using ASPEN 360," said Dave Craig, President of Archive Systems. "These companies are able to take advantage of AP best practices while incorporating their own business rules. All of this is accomplished without the need to install and manage additional infrastructure. They actually never have to touch a paper invoice again with ASPEN 360."
About Bradco Supply
Ranked as one of the nation's largest distributors of building materials, Bradco Supply is committed to providing contractors and builders with quality products, competitive prices and the best customer service in the industry. The company has annual sales in excess of $1.7 billion and serves both the commercial and residential building sectors from more than 145 locations throughout 30 states. Bradco Supply has remained a privately-owned corporation and while it continues to expand its locations, products and services, the company remains true to its ideal of providing the No. 1 customer service in the industry. For more information on Bradco Supply, visit its Web site at www.bradcosupply.com.
About Archive Systems, Inc.
Archive Systems, Inc. flagship solution, ASPEN 360 Accounts Payable Edition, combines best practices AP Automation with ZeroTouch AP imaging and workflow. The product increases efficiencies and reduces costs with features such as straight through processing, which uses automated three-way matching to auto match invoices to PO and receipt line items without AP processor intervention. It includes the ASPEN 360 Invoice Virtualization Center, which removes from the client all tasks associated with document imaging, data capture, document classification, indexing, and OCR. The company also provides physical records management services such as business records storage, document shredding, and offsite data storage, through a number of Record Center locations. For more information, please visit http://www.archivesystems.com.
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For A Mesothelioma Diagnosis The Mesothelioma Victims Center Is The Most Comprehensive Service In The US
Americas Watchdog created the Mesothelioma Victims Center because a close family member was diagnosed with this lethal form of cancer in 2006. The group soon found out there was no safety net for mesothelioma victims, their family members, or loved ones, with respect to what to do, or who to call. As a result, Americas Watchdog created a free world class service, designed to assist the mesothelioma victim or family member, with critical information they need after a mesothelioma diagnosis. This free resource & assistance includes helping the mesothelioma victim or their family find the absolute best law firm, helping the victim obtain Social Security or VA benefits, treatment resources, etc. If you are a victim of mesothelioma or the family member of a mesothelioma victim Americas Watchdog says, "call the Mesothelioma Victims Center first at 866-714-6466 or visit our web site at Http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com "
(PRWEB) August 4, 2008 -- Mesothelioma victims, or individuals who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma are encouraged to call the Msecothelioma Victims Center for free help and assistance, related to this lethal form of cancer at 866-714-6466. Americas Watchdog created the Mesothelioma Victims Center after it discovered there was no safety net for US citizens, US Navy veterans or veterans of the US armed forces after they had been diagnosed with mesothelioma. According to Americas Watchdog, "upon receiving the news of a mesothelioma diagnosis, a victim or their family should first call the Mesothelioma Victims Center for more than just free advice. We have created a free world class service for mesothelioma victims that includes information about who are the best mesothelioma law firms in the country, assistance with VA or Social Security disability benefits, healthcare options, etc. We know first hand, because it happened to our family". Mesothelioma victims or their family members can call the Mesothelioma Victims Center anytime at 866-714-6466 or visit their web site at http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
Each year about 3000 US citizens will be diagnosed with mesothelioma. One third of these victims will be former US Navy veterans, who were typically assigned to a navy ship engine room. The Mesothelioma Victims Center was created by Americas Watchdog because a family member who served in the US Navy, was diagnosed with mesothelioma. Industries or professions where asbestos exposure is the highest include the US Navy, the US army, ship yards, mining, oil & gas, plumbing, carpentry, auto brake repair specialists, demolition construction workers, boiler technicians and related industries. According to Americas Watchdog, "even the wives or children can be afflicted by mesothelioma, because the miner, ship yard worker or carpenter has asbestos dust on their clothing, when they come home from work. If your family gets the bad news about mesothelioma, please call us first, so that we can make sure you, and your family get the absolute best". Mesothelioma victims or their families can call the Mesothelioma Victims Center anytime at 866-714-6466 or visit their web site at Http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
The Mesothelioma Victims Center is a free world class service designed to assist mesothelioma victims, their families or loved ones after a diagnosis of mesothelioma. Health care professionals, physicians, nurses, labor union officials and veterans groups like the VFW or American Legion are encouraged to share the Mesothelioma Victims Center web site information and contact phone number with your patients, co-workers, colleagues or family members. Any one wishing more information as to what to do after a mesothelioma diagnosis is welcome to call the Mesothelioma Victims Center at 866-714-6466 or visit their web site at Http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
Americas Watchdog created the Mesothelioma Victims Center as the absolute best resource in the United States for victims of mesothelioma.
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DirectBuy of Gurnee Celebrates Move to New Design Showroom
Low-cost alternative to retail is a one-stop shopping destination for consumers furnishing, remodeling or building a new home.
Gurnee, IL (PRWEB) August 4, 2008 -- DirectBuy of Gurnee, the leading members-only showroom and home design center that offers merchandise at manufacturer-direct prices, recently relocated to a new, state-of-the-art facility on the north side of the city. The full-service design showroom, located at 4081 Ryan Road #107, enables Gurnee-area consumers to purchase brand-name merchandise for their home and family at members-only, manufacturer-direct prices. To celebrate the opening, DirectBuy of Gurnee hosted a grand opening reception and ribbon-cutting. The Mayor of Gurnee, as well as members of Gurnee's Chamber of Commerce were in attendance to take part in and oversee the ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony.
The showroom's owners, Karuna and Sukpreet Talwar, built the new 14,000 square-foot showroom and attached warehouse to give new and existing DirectBuy members more space to walk through vignettes of products arranged in room settings, browse through catalogs from more than 700 top manufacturers and their authorized suppliers, and discuss ideas for their own homes with interior designers and product specialists on staff.
"DirectBuy has offered its members unmatched savings, selection and service for the past 35 years, and we are excited to continue that tradition with the new Gurnee showroom," explained Bart Fesperman , vice president of sales and marketing for DirectBuy. "We offer the top home furnishings and home improvement brands at discounted prices that consumers will not find anywhere else. We're confident that Gurnee families will quickly benefit from this exciting concept at our new location."
DirectBuy of Gurnee's grand opening gala also featured a charity raffle, which awarded three attendees with various home improvement merchandise - a fireplace, granite vanity and basin, and MP3 player. All proceeds from the raffle were donated to the Lake County Exchange for the Prevention of Child Abuse Foundation.
By providing merchandise without traditional retail markup, DirectBuy dramatically increases the purchasing power of its members, enabling them to enjoy the home of their dreams.
"Consumers in the Gurnee area will be blown away by the wide array of merchandise and significant savings that we offer," said co-owner Sukpreet Talwar. "DirectBuy of Gurnee sets itself apart from traditional retailers by providing consumers with a low-cost, 'one-stop shopping' destination wherein they can furnish, build or renovate their home."
To assist members with their home renovation projects, DirectBuy of Gurnee offers access to interior designers and product specialists who are specially trained in one of five areas of merchandise: Home Furnishings, Home Improvement, Flooring, Accessories, and Entertainment/Outdoor.
DirectBuy members also have exclusive access to renowned designer Christopher Lowell. Lowell has designed twelve room settings - created exclusively with products available through DirectBuy - using his Seven Layers of Design. An innovative approach to home décor, The Seven Layers of Design keeps homeowners on budget and from feeling overwhelmed by their project.
DirectBuy Membership
Consumers who are interested in joining DirectBuy of Gurnee are encouraged to attend an exclusive Open House event, which is designed to educate families about DirectBuy's unique business model. The Open House also helps consumers better understand how DirectBuy members avoid traditional retail markup when purchasing brand-name merchandise.
To request a "Free Insider's Guide to Buying Direct" and a Visitor's Pass to learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, call 847-855-8454.
About DirectBuy
For 35 years, DirectBuy has been showing thousands of consumers unparalleled ways to save as they shop for virtually everything for in and around their homes - from furniture, carpet and flooring, and custom window treatments, to kitchen cabinets, bath cabinets, fixtures, appliances and much, much more. DirectBuy enables members to purchase products from several hundred manufacturers at more than 160 showrooms across North America. To learn more about DirectBuy, visit www.directbuy.com or www.directbuycares.com
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Mythic Paint Makes Super-Compliant Coatings Manufacturers List
South Coast Air Quality Management District Includes Mythic Paints on their Super-Compliant Coatings Manufacturers List.
Hattiesburg, MS (PRWEB) August 4, 2008 -- Mythic Paint, the World's first high- performance, non-toxic paint has been listed on the Super Compliant Coatings Manufacturers list by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD). The AQMD is the air pollution agency for all of Orange County and the urban portions of Los Angeles, Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
"Mythic Paint is a revolutionary non-toxic product that offers premium performance without VOCs," said Rocky Prior, president of Mythic. "By using Mythic, consumers are not only protecting their families and pets, they are also protecting the general air quality of their surroundings. Being recognized by the AQMD is just one more confirmation that we are doing our part to reduce ground level ozone and thus improve our world."
AQMD is responsible for controlling emissions from stationary sources of air pollution. These sources make up about 23% of the California areas ozone-forming pollution with 12% coming from paints and solvents. The Super-Compliant Coatings Manufacturers List is a list of Manufactures that produce coatings that exceed all current and future AQMD Rule 1113 VOC limits and specify a VOC content of less than 10g/L VOC. The AQMD in no way endorses any of these companies nor does it certify their ability to meet the requirements of Rule 1113-Architectural Coatings.
Proven Legendary Performance:
In 2007, an industry leading independent consulting and testing laboratory, performed side-by-side comparative tests between Mythic Paint and all other leading paint brands - both its eco-friendly and premium lines. Tests focused on subjective performance including thickness, sheen, sag resistance, flow and leveling and gloss. Mythic Paint proved to be equal if not better than all competitors. Resistance and durability was analyzed through the industry's gold standard in paint performance testing - the 'scrub test'. Mythic Paint substantially outperformed by 1.5 to 8 times the durability of its competitors.
About Mythic Paint:
Mythic Paint, a subsidiary of Southern Diversified Products (SDP) was developed in cooperation with the University of Southern Mississippi. The guaranteed high-performance paint is available in a 1,232-color palette and in all sheens for interior and exterior use. For those looking for non toxic paint, low odor paint, zero VOC paint, eco friendly paint, child safe paint or pet safe paint then look to Mythic. Mythic is available in independent paint stores nationwide. To find a retailer or for additional information, please visit the Mythic website at mythicpaint.com or call the customer service hotline at 1-888-714-9422.
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Alfresco Living with an Outdoor Room
Natural stone paving are ideal for use outdoors and are low maintenance. Limestone, travertine, granite and slate paving are all excellent choices.
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire (PRWEB) August 4, 2008 -- Exterior Flooring is as much about quantity as it is about quality. Often procuring and specifying for outdoor jobs means a large budget and making sure the supplier has stock of the right stone and getting it on site at the right time.
Natural stone paving are ideal for use outdoors and are low maintenance. Limestone, travertine, granite and slate paving are all excellent choices. carries stock of stone paving to suit contemporary garden plans and all with next-day delivery and high stock holding. Also the same day sample despatch gives specifiers and customers the chance to make a quick decision.
Currently Builder Superstore are offering trade customers an EXTRA 10% OFF when a trade account* is opened. Simply apply for an account when placing an order to receive the 10% CASH BACK.
Drawing inspiration from extensive travelling can offer excellent outdoor spaces to add value and space. This is the stone courtyard of the Esbaluard Museu d'art modern in Palma.
Sealant for is especially important in cooking areas to prevent the natural materials from staining heavily. Builder Superstore supply tile sealant and treatment to protect and complete the look. The natural stone flooring can be teamed with a perimeter of limestone chippings that reflect light to make installing quicker and cheaper.
Black or white marble is very recherché. (See our natural stone tile section). Monotones are very contemporary and make a striking change from stone shades.
Raise the outdoor room slightly higher than the rest of the garden to prevent it looking like a patio. Include a feature design such as a natural stone octagonal or sun circle as a focal point.
Builder Superstore offer interior floor tiles and exterior paving at trade prices with next day timed delivery and bulk discounts.
Paving materials and flooring tiles in vast quantities - Next Day Delivery & Pallet Discounts! Also trade customers can get an EXTRA 10% OFF when a trade account* is opened. Simply apply for an account when placing an order to receive the 10% CASH BACK.
* Subject to terms & conditions
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Toll Brothers Enters New York State's Capital District Region
Toll Brothers, Inc., the nation's leading builder of luxury homes, today announced its further expansion in the Northeast with its entry into Saratoga County, New York. The move expands Toll Brothers' presence in the state, where it currently operates communities in Dutchess, Westchester, and Ulster Counties, and in the New York City boroughs of Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens.
Horsham, PA -- Toll Brothers, Inc., the nation's leading builder of luxury homes, today announced its further expansion in the Northeast with its entry into Saratoga County, New York. The move expands Toll Brothers' presence in the state, where it currently operates communities in Dutchess, Westchester, and Ulster Counties, and in the New York City boroughs of Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens.
"As the center of New York State Government, the Albany market operates to a somewhat different economic drumbeat than other parts of the state and its role as the State Capitol provides somewhat of a buffer from forces that have slowed a number of the other markets" affirms Rob Parahus, Toll Brothers Regional President.
Toll Brothers' first community in Saratoga County, Estates at Halfmoon, is projected to open for sales in September 2008 with deliveries anticipated for spring 2009. The community will offer eight of Toll Brothers' award-winning home designs including two first-floor master bedroom floorplans with exquisite features and quality craftsmanship unique to America's Luxury Home Builder™.
Estates at Halfmoon by Toll Brothers, located in beautiful Saratoga County, is soon to become a spectacular neighborhood of 87 well-appointed luxury homes in Halfmoon Township. This distinctive neighborhood will feature stunning home designs ranging in size from 2,800 square feet to over 3,800 square feet. As a homeowner in Estates at Halfmoon, you will join a community where education is given the highest priority and school aged residents will attend Shenendehowa Central School District's schools. With an abundance of protected woodlands within the community, and with a vast array of shopping, dining, recreation, and cultural venues nearby, homeowners at Estates at Halfmoon will enjoy a quiet country lifestyle with all the conveniences close at hand.
The well-appointed luxury homes will feature soaring 9-foot first-floor ceilings; gourmet kitchens with granite countertops; sunny breakfast areas; dramatic two-story entrance foyers; lavish master suites with sitting dens and oversized walk-in closets; rich hardwood floors in the kitchens, breakfast areas, foyers, powder rooms, and dining rooms; oak main staircases; upgraded trim; and spacious side-entry garages. There are also hundreds of pre-paid customizing options available to help homebuyers create the home of their dreams, including conservatories, solariums, skylights, additional fireplaces, and much more.
For more information, and to be added to our VIP list, please call 518-383-TOLL (8655) or visit EstatesAtHalfmoon.com. Now is the time to take advantage of pre-construction pricing!
Toll Brothers, Inc. is the nation's leading builder of luxury homes. The Company began business in 1967 and became a public company in 1986. Its common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "TOL." The Company serves move-up, empty-nester, active-adult, and second-home buyers and operates in 21 states.
Toll Brothers, a Fortune 500 company, is the only publicly traded national home building company to have won all three of the industry's highest honors: America's Best Builder, the National Housing Quality Award, and National Builder of the Year. For more information, visit TollBrothers.com.
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Farmfest 2008 in Minnesota Showcases Thomas Skid Steer Loaders
Farmfest 2008 in Minnesota showcased Thomas Skid Steer Loaders for farm and ranch use at the annual agriculture show that attracts some 35,000 visitors. Thomas Skid Steer Loaders are ruggedly dependable workhorses on farms and ranches.
Redwood County, MN (PRWEB) August 4, 2008 -- Thomas Equipment's full line-up of Thomas Skid Steer Loaders will be showcased at Minnesota's 27th Annual Farmfest, an agricultural show that draws over 35,000 visitors, August 5th through 7th.
Thomas skid steers and attachments will be featured at Booth 436S.
Petter Etholm, President, said, "As Thomas Equipment celebrates its 65th Anniversary, we thank farmers for their support. The Thomas tradition is rooted in work for farmers by the founding Thomas brothers."
Gilbert Bedard, Vice President of Global Sales, said, "Thomas Skid Steer Loaders are especially great workhorses on the farm. We especially thank all those at the Gilfillan Estate for graciously hosting Thomas and all exhibitors and visitors to Farmfest 2008."
Thomas Skid Steer Loaders range from the Thomas 85 and Thomas 105 models that can turn in a barn stall or move easily with a heavy load through an average doorway, to the muscular 153 and bigger 175 and 250 models.
Dan Casey, Regional Business Manager, said, "Thomas is committed to meeting farmers' needs as ruggedly dependable Thomas skid steers hoist and stack bales, dig trenches, grade ground, clear brush, carrying rocks and sod or clean up with power and agility."
Thomas Equipment is online at www.thomasloaders.com, where farmers can learn more about Thomas Skid Steer Loaders.
Thomas Equipment Inc. is a unit of Osiris Corporation (OSRS), www.osiriscorp.net, which provides a variety of branded and other products to industrial markets through subsidiaries including: Thomas Equipment Inc.; Thomas Equipment Asia Co. Ltd.; Thomas Ventures, Inc., Pneutech-Rousseau, Inc. and TcomT Inc. Osiris' units manufacture and market industrial and construction equipment, distribute pneumatic and hydraulic systems and design wireless devices for the telecommunications industry, among other activities.
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House Auction by Owner - Must Sell Sunday Aug 17th; Delaware Real Estate Just 2 Miles from Beaches & Ocean City, MD
Auction starts at $224,500. House sold to highest bidder on Sunday Aug. 17th (cost $686k to build). Call 302-236-2357 for info. Owner relocating & must sell. Rare opportunity to steal this lavish custom colonial. Immaculate Delaware beaches & exhilarating ocean city adventures only 2 minutes from the front door.
West Fenwick Island, DE (PRWEB) August 3, 2008 -- Home Auction by Owner. Must Sell by Sunday Aug 17th. Inspection Open House Saturday & Sunday Aug 16th - 17th 10am - 6pm. Starting at $224,500. House to be sold to the highest bidder. Subject to lender approval. 37566 Janice Circle, West Fenwick Island, DE 19975. Call (3O2) 236-2357 for more info.
Delaware real estate near the beach is still a hot item even in today's market. How about a home that is close to Ocean City, MD, Bethany Beach, Rehoboth Beach, and Fenwick Island? Enjoy the very best life has to offer in this beautiful modern colonial, bursting with custom luxury amenities. Sited on a prime closed loop lot in Bayview Landing, one of Delaware's most sought-after resort communities, this five-bedroom, 3 ½ bath home offers unique custom features to fit every lifestyle. Plus, Delaware Beaches and Ocean City are just two miles away.
Encompassing 4,500 square feet of delightful interiors, this gorgeous home boasts double crown molding, custom wainscoting, inlaid hardwood floors, custom ceramic tile, and 9' and vaulted ceilings throughout.
Outside features custom landscaping, stone work, and a courtyard driveway sure to catch anyone's eye.
Gather family and friends and cook up a storm in the spacious open kitchen, where the convenient island bar lets everyone take part in the action. Gourmet stainless steel appliances, gas cook top, and double oven make preparation easy. High-end Corian® countertops wipe clean in seconds, and beautiful Maple-toffee cabinets provide plentiful storage. Just off to the side, the light-filled Morning Room is the perfect place to begin the day.
The Great Room is an ideal place to impress guests, with a stunning stone fireplace, soaring 18 ft foot ceilings, and ample room for comfortable seating. Or enjoy favorite movies in the contemporary Media Room, with custom wet bar, surround sound, projector mount, and a discreet custom projector screen. The Media Room also has a convenient attached full bath.
The Master Retreat is an oasis of privacy, with a separate, light-filled sunroom, and dual walk in closets. The luxurious couple's bathroom boasts a double, oversized marble vanity, cherry cabinets, soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower, and separate water closet.
Whether working from home or just bringing some work home, the Study gives room to focus. Hardwood floors and custom trim give subtle elegance, and double French doors create a sense of separation, while staying connected to the life of the house.
Fitness buffs will appreciate the windowed, air-conditioned Exercise Room already wired for a treadmill, stair-climber, and more. Wall-to-wall carpet provides comfortable, sturdy flooring and cable TV keeps workouts entertaining and fun. Of course, there's always the option of socializing by the community pool and Jacuzzi.
(The Exercise Room is versatile: it can easily be converted into an extra bedroom or workshop.)
This luxury home offers amazing value for spacious elegance, quality craftsmanship, and a prime location. Plus, it includes $150,000 of Ryan Homes builder upgrades, and an additional $86,000 of custom upgrades (not available in ordinary models).
Bayview Landing is an easy commute to Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Wilmington, northern Virginia and Philadelphia. The community is convenient to excellent schools, shopping, and 17 world class golf courses. Best of all, Delaware's most desirable beaches are just minutes away. This area enjoys a low crime rate, and is perfect for families or couples seeking a safe, enjoyable lifestyle.
Anyone looking for a luxury home that offers elegant inspiration for unforgettable events, private gatherings and special moments for a lifetime--look no further. Call (3O2) 236-2357 for more information about the auction. Even if you are looking at Rehoboth Delaware real estate, Lewes Delaware Real Estate , Bethany Beach Delaware real estate, or all of Sussex County Real Estate, check out this auction before you look anywhere else.
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The Pineapple Corporation Partners with Southern Scapes and Monier Tile
A Jacksonville home builder announces a new partnership with two expert artisans in landscaping and tiling in Florida.
Jacksonville, Florida (PRWEB) August 3, 2008 -- The Pineapple Corporation has set the standard for building magnificent custom and semi-custom homes in Florida designed with distinctive architectural style. The company works with the industry's best trade partners to bring its designs to life, including Southern Scapes and Monier Tile.
"At The Pineapple Corporation, we make every effort to utilize the finest quality materials and work with the best manufacturers and trade partners in the business to create our homes' exceptional exterior design style," said The Pineapple Corporation's Executive Vice President Spencer T. Calvert. "Our homes reflect our commitment to excellence as well as satisfy our clients' desired design style."
The Pineapple Corporation builds homes with tile roofs by Monier Tile, the largest manufacturer of premium-quality roof tile in the United States. Monier is considered the industry leader and innovator, and has earned its reputation by combining superior aesthetics with unmatched durability.
Monier's concrete tile roofs are a perfect fit for The Pineapple Corporation's beautiful homes because they emulate the aesthetic qualities of Old World-style natural roofing materials, including wood slate and clay. Monier provides a multitude of tile profiles and colors, making it possible to complement any architectural style. They also supply a comprehensive offering of components that help enhance an installation, thereby improving a roof's performance qualities and prolonging its lifespan. Monier tile designs roofs as a dynamic, performing system that protects and ages with the home.
The Pineapple Corporation also works with Jacksonville-based Southern Scapes, which started as a small landscaping company with only a few employees. Since opening in 1997, Southern Scapes has grown tremendously and its highly trained staff serves clients throughout Northeast Florida.
Working primarily in contracted construction landscape, Southern Scapes has an in-house design and installation center where beautiful innovative landscape designs are crafted. The company is known for designing outdoor enhancements and custom water features. The landscaping team listens carefully to homeowners' desires with respect to design, maintenance and cost of upkeep.
"Exceptional quality and style is evident in every home we build," Calvert said. "We take great pride in the work we do and team with the area's best trade partners to achieve our customers' desires."
The Pineapple Corporation is one of the premier builders of luxury custom and semi-custom homes in Northeast Florida. A passion for world-class architecture and a dedication to performances create the foundation for the company's award-winning designs. The Pineapple Corporation's new homes are showcased in the area's most exclusive neighborhoods including Palermo, Villini at Glen Kernan and Glen Kernan Golf and Country Club. The company's custom home division builds magnificent residences throughout the area, including oceanfront and riverfront homes.
For more information about The Pineapple Corporation, call (904) 223-7024 or visit www.thepineapplecorp.com.
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New Hadco Inground Fixture sets Standards for Waterproofing Effectiveness; Patented Engineering Earns IP66/IP68 Rating in One Meter of Headwater
Inground lighting remaining leak-free in up to one meter of temporary standing headwater has been introduced by Hadco, one of the world's premier manufacturers of specification-grade exterior architectural lighting. Dual rated IP66/IP68, the new i2.5 inground fixture creates a category of its own for waterproofing, efficiency and effectiveness.
Littlestown, PA (PRWEB) August 3, 2008 -- Inground lighting remaining leak-free in up to one meter of temporary standing headwater has been introduced by Hadco, one of the world's premier manufacturers of specification-grade exterior architectural lighting. Dual rated IP66/IP68, the new i2.5 inground fixture creates a category of its own for waterproofing, efficiency and effectiveness.
Hadco has patented its meticulous engineering of the potted factory seal and grade level j-box that make the fixture's unprecedented IP ratings possible. In addition, patents are pending for the i2.5 hinged lens ring, anti-wicking wiring and individually sealed internal compartments - all designed to maintain and reinforce the ultimate in leak-proof capabilities.
The i2.5 enhances lighting effectiveness with an optical assembly that locks in place. The tool-less LOC-AIM® feature eliminates the potential for shifting and ensures that tilt and rotation maintain precise positioning. Angles can be adjusted simply by loosening the captive thumbscrew and changing the tilt.
The i2.5 inground is a multi-functional fixture that can be used for spotlighting, uplighting, silhouetting, shadowing and grazing. Ideally suited for high-traffic areas, it can be installed in dirt, concrete or any other medium. Because it is fully assembled at the factory, installation and maintenance of the i2.5 are fast and efficient.
A recognized leader in the manufacture of specification-grade traditional outdoor architectural lighting products, Hadco is certified ISO 9001:2000 compliant. The company's commitment to precise engineering, innovative optical technology, and meticulous quality control provide optimum lighting performance for municipal, institutional, commercial, and landscape applications.
For more information on Hadco's i2.5 inground, visit www.hadcoi25.com.
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Nab That Job In Australia
According to Australia's Nadine Myers, specialist in assisting migrants to successfully secure employment in Australia; migrants to Australia need to be prepared for success when applying for jobs in Australia. To assist migrants to Australia, Nadine will be hitting the UK in September, Canada in October and November, and South Africa in December and January; to present workshops and consultations to equip people looking to migrate to Australia to successfully transition into the Australian job market. At the end of the workshop, attendees will have a high-impact resume tailored for the Australian job market, an Australian job application kit with essential contacts and information to ensure their success, and other useful information to assist them with their migration process.
Brisbane, Australia (PRWEB) August 4, 2008 -- An outdoor lifestyle, enviable weather and fewer crowds all combine to make Australia the perfect escape, and ideal location to enjoy life and raise a family. For this reason, Australia is becoming increasing popular as a migration destination for couples and families from all over the world, in particular, UK residents.
However foreign nationals who apply for a job in Australia often don't even make it to the interview stage because their resume lets them down, according to Nab That Job director, Nadine Myers.
"Australian employers see so many resumes from job seekers, in particular from migrants, who are clearly talented in their field, however they often end up at the bottom of the pile due to their poor written presentation," Ms Myers said.
Due to witnessing the struggles that migrant's to Australia face, Ms Myers has decided to take a hands-on approach, and will travelling around the globe to assist foreigners to better prepare themselves to successfully land their dream job in Australia.
Ms Myers will be conducting workshops and consultation sessions for people who are wanting to immigrate to Australia, in the UK throughout September, Canada through October and November, and South Africa during December and January 2009.
The workshops will teach clients how to uncover Australia's "hidden job market", write a successful resume from start to finish and provide tips on applying for jobs in the Australian job market.
Clients will receive a Resume Writing Kit which includes a Resume Writing Workbook, Templates, Cover Letter Writing Hints and Job Application guidance for Australia with key contacts and links to ensure their success.
"My website,consultation services and workshops are designed to teach foreign job hunters how to effectively market themselves, by providing high-impact, tailored resumes that achieve the desired results, i.e., an interview for that dream job."
"Professionally written resumes and cover letters that are tailored for the Australian job market are paramount for gaining interviews, and can be difficult for foreign nationals, especially those whose first language is not English."
Ms Myers said clients who want a career change can also be assisted in fine-tuning their career goals, and tailoring their resume to the market they wish to appeal to. The service also provides information for those who need to be licensed by an Australian regulatory body to practice in a particular field.
With ten years Australian and international HR and Recruitment experience, Ms Myers is well placed to assist candidates to attain the position they're seeking. She has a Degree in Business and further studies towards a Post Graduate Diploma in Organisational Behaviour/Psychology.
"I love working with clients to accomplish their goals, and I find it very rewarding to see them achieve their dream job in Australia," said Ms Myers. "Nab That Job gives people the edge in finding employment through proven simple and effective techniques. You only get one opportunity to make an impression on an employer. Nab That Job offers a chance to have your true value recognised."
The workshops will be held in six countries and 13 cities around the world from July 2008 to March 2009.
For more information, please contact:
Nadine Myers
Nab That Job
P: 0415 977 743
E: nadine @ nabthatjob.com
W: www.nabthatjob.com
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Introducing the Launch of a New Full Source, LLC Safety Supply Shopping Website
Full Source, LLC launches mySafetyGear.com, an online store dedicated to wholesale prices on a complete line of industrial and personal protective equipment. From head to toe, safety and sanitation are top priority at mySafetyGear.com.
Jacksonville, FL (PRWEB) August 2, 2008 -- mySafetyGear.com prioritizes your protection without monopolizing your budget. Enjoy wholesale prices on hard hats, safety vests, more than 2,000 varieties of work gloves, safety glasses, protective and performance apparel, hand sanitizer and more. Full Source, LLC buys directly from its manufacturers, providing the opportunity to offer prices that are a portion of the cost you pay at other safety supply stores. Moreover, Full Source, LLC only sells the top names in safety like Bullard, MSA, OccuNomix, Energizer, PURELL and more. Visit mySafetyGear.com for an always secure and enjoyable safety equipment shopping experience.
Full Source, LLC and mySafetyGear.com appreciate the value of your company's name and logo, and the importance of your every dollar. Enjoy premium customization services at mySafetyGear.com. With no set up fees, you can have your safety vest or work apparel silk screened, embroidered or custom heat press printed. Also enjoy low prices on custom hard hats, gloves, First Aid kits, barricade tape, marking flags and more.
Full Source, LLC and mySafetyGear.com stand by the Hacker Safe seal are dedicated to a safe, secure and enjoyable transaction every time.
mySafetyGear.com is the newest addition to the Full Source, LLC family. All Full Source, LLC shopping sites cater to a unique user while maintaining the same complete line of personal and industrial safety supplies, a secure transaction and always wholesale prices.
For additional information, visit mySafetyGear.com. A complete customer center with detailed information regarding ordering, shipping, payment and other important information is available 24 hours a day. Customer service representatives are also on call Monday through Thursday 8 AM to 6 PM and Friday 8 AM to 5:30 PM EST.
About Full Source, LLC:
Full Source, LLC started in 2001 with an online safety supply superstore, UtilitySafeguard.com. As of July 2008, Full Source, LLC has 5 websites: mySafetyGear.com, SafetyVests.com, WorkGloves.net, myHardHats.com and the aforementioned UtilitySafeguard.com.
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Reducing Construction Project Costs in Tough Economic Times
In light of rising construction costs (materials), labor shortages, and unforseen conditions, owners can still take action in areas under their control to keep costs down.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) August 3, 2008 -- e-Builder, a provider of web-based capital program management and collaboration software, will host a webinar titled "Reducing Construction Project Costs in Tough Economic Times" on August 28th at 1 p.m. EDT, and led by Mr. Tom Koulouris, CGC, MBA, MHA, co-founder of Kolouris-Freyer, a South Florida Program Management Consultancy. Mr. Koulouris will discuss owner driven initiatives that focus on error reductions and effective due diligence during the planning phase, and how these provide savings of 10-15% off the total project cost. Registration is limited to professionals in the construction, architecture, and engineering industries. To register please visit https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/385592178.
As part of the discussion, Mr. Kolouris will talk about the strategies owners can undertake to deal with the variables that remain within their control in light of rising labor issues and materials costs. These strategies include the use of business processes and tools that allow their organizations to track, measure, and control costs from project kickoff through occupancy. Based on research and findings that make up his "Speed to Market" process, Mr. Koulouris will also delve into the challenges associated with low-bid vs. negotiated contracts, and the strategies owners should focus on to effect tangible and measurable project cost savings.
Key takeaways include:
* Understanding project cost vs. construction cost, the variables within owner control, and how to control these variables.
* The project plan - the 3 most common pitfalls that result in higher project cost.
* Winning strategies for planning and scope definition.
* Effective forecasting of project costs to take corrective action.
* Decreasing contingency early in the project.
About the Speaker
Thomas W. Koulouris, CGC, MBA, MHA is co-owner of Koulouris-Freyer, Inc., (KFI), a leader in construction management services that handles all facets of planning and building, from conception to occupancy. KFI's experience includes over $3 billion in expansion projects, spread out over more than 100 hospitals. The company's "Speed to Market" is an innovative approach designed to increase project profitability by reducing construction time and determining the right size for a facility, resulting in maximized revenue. Projects include a $23 million satellite expansion and surgery center for the University of Miami's Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the #1 eye hospital in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report; North Broward Hospital District in Fort Lauderdale, Imperial Point Medical Center emergency department expansions and replacements; Coral Springs Medical Center; Jupiter Medical Center--$300 million in combined project budgets; Broward General Hospital--a 450-bed facility.
About e-Builder
e-Builder is a leading provider of web-based, capital program and project management and collaboration software. The company's flagship product, e-Builder Enterprise, provides owners of large capital development projects with a way to reduce contingency expenditures and control schedule and scope across their entire portfolio to ensure timely, on-budget project completion. Since 1995 e-Builder's technology and industry focus has provided thousands of owners, architects, engineers, contractors and suppliers with solutions that enhance development and construction processes. The company is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. For more information, visit www.e-Builder.net.
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Simply Floored LLC Announces Free Hardwood Flooring Promotion
Simply Floored LLC, an innovative Atlanta-based flooring company that offers a unique shop-at-home flooring service, has announced an exciting promotion in which customers who purchase hardwood flooring in August will get their new hardwood flooring for free if the University of Georgia Bulldogs go undefeated and win the BCS National Title.
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) August 2, 2008 -- Simply Floored LLC, an innovative Atlanta-based flooring company that offers a unique shop-at-home flooring service, has announced an exciting promotion in which customers who purchase hardwood flooring in August will get their new hardwood flooring for free if the University of Georgia Bulldogs go undefeated and win the BCS National Title.
"We're excited about Georgia Football this year and we wanted to find a way to share that excitement with our customers" said Robert Sheft, Chief Executive Officer of Simply Floored, "and what better way to get fans excited than to offer the chance to get beautiful hardwood flooring throughout your home for free."
"We want to make this the greatest promotion in Georgia history!" The promotion guidelines are simple: if the Bulldogs go undefeated and win the BCS National Title, any customer who purchased new hardwood floors during August will receive a rebate equal to the total cost of their new hardwood flooring.
According to Sheft, this is not a bet against Georgia. The costs of the promotion have been fully insured, so Simply Floored will be rooting for the Bulldogs along with their customers.
About Simply Floored LLC:
Simply Floored operates a unique shop-at-home flooring service. Simply Floored offers a free consultation with a Design Consultant, who literally "brings the store to your home". Compare over 2,300 options of carpet, hardwood, tile, laminate and vinyl in your own lighting and against your own decor. Our Design Consultant will answer all your questions and help you select the right flooring for your lifestyle and budget. And Simply Floored takes care of your project from start to finish, including installation by experienced professionals.
Simply Floored offers residential flooring services throughout the Atlanta metropolitan area.
For more information or to schedule a free consultation, call 1-800-FLOORED or visit simplyfloored.com.
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Video Changes the Way the World Sees Real Estate
RealtyVID, LLC, a new entrant in a group of streaming video listing sites and a unit of iMediaVIDs, Inc., today announced the release of StreamSender®, its easy to use movie making tool that takes the guess work out of hosting video listings.
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) August 2, 2008 -- RealtyVID, LLC, a new entrant in a group of streaming video listing sites and a unit of iMediaVIDs, Inc., today announced the release of StreamSender®, its easy to use movie making tool that takes the guess work out of hosting video listings. Agents can now drag and drop video clips into the software and send to www.realtyvid.com where it is hosted on a powerful Content Distribution Network (CDN) and syndicated to major real estate portals. To make it affordable for every listing their basic service is free.
With a somewhat unique perspective the people at RealtyVID believe that every property warrants a video listing. "Video listings do not have to be costly or complicated. They just need to show the important parts of the property you're trying to sell. When we stepped back to think about the needs of the customer [buyer we recognized that first they are looking for a convenient way find a property. Next they want to see everything that the property has to offer in a short space of time. And lastly they want realism. Since video is the obvious answer to all of these needs our only challenge was to make a solution is easy and affordable enough for every listing to have one. We believe that StreamSender® and realtyvid.com hits that mark," commented Robert McMillan, CEO, RealtyVID.
McMillan went on to say that even though the solution is easy and affordable the service should not be considered a lightweight. It easily supports the needs of those wanting a professional quality video with high quality play and distributed players. In addition to their free service RealtyVID provides custom labeled solutions. The CDN service behind the website is Limelight Networks, the same infrastructure used by larger organizations like YouTube, MySpace, or CNN to deliver high volume content globally.
About RealtyVID
RealtyVID was founded by Chris Jones and Robert McMillan in early 2007 and has been in public beta since November or last year. McMillan holds a BS in Physics and an MBA from Rollins, Crummer Graduate School of Business. He is also the sole owner of ScotCro, LLC, a consultancy that designs efficiency and financial enterprise applications for State and Local government. He and Jones connected on a government project and decided to launch realtyvid.com. Jones has headed up research and development teams for CNN.com and is deemed a foremost streaming video expert. Jones was also on the initial team with Microsoft and Razorfish to roll out the first commercial implementation of Microsoft's Surface table for AT&T this past spring.
Media Inquiries to: John Kellogg, CMO, RealtyVID, LLC
Email: jkellogg @ realtyvid.com
Name: John
Phone Number: 877-577-9707 x Sales
Fax Number: 678-868-2515
Cell Number: 336-254-7559
Web Address: www.realtyvid.com
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A-Turf Hails Synthetic Turf Safety Endorsement
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Says "Play On!"
Cheektowaga, NY (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 1, 2008 -- A-Turf, a leading manufacturer and installer of synthetic turf fields across the nation, calls the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) report, touting synthetic turf as safe, a responsible and welcomed endorsement.
The report, released this week, found newer synthetic grass fields posed no danger to young children or athletes who play on or use these fields. The CPSC evaluation follows months of speculation and concern regarding the levels of lead contained in the fibers and the potential health impact. The report went on to alleviate concerns by stating that none of the fields tested released levels of lead that would be harmful to children.
"The Consumer Product Safety Commission validates what A-Turf and the Synthetic Turf Council have long known to be true," says Jim Dobmeier, President and Founder of A-Turf. "We appreciate the additional assessment and are hopeful the news will help put many of the unfounded fears to rest."
Safety is at the forefront of every A-Turf field built. A member of the Synthetic Turf Council (STC), A-Turf has long used high quality fibers from only the top STC approved fiber producers.
"A-Turf supports and is committed to continually enhancing our product to improve its safety, quality and value" adds Dobmeier. "A-Turf adds value by working with schools to provide consistent playability, optimal footing and greater shock absorption for athletes."
A-Turf has long manufactured and installed responsible and environmentally friendly fields. Each field uses hundreds of thousands of pounds of recycled rubber in its infill and saves millions of gallons of water and hundreds of pounds of chemicals, such as pesticides and fertilizers, each year. A-Turf is part of ECORE™ International, an industry leader in manufacturing and innovating sustainable products.
The CPSC report is among the latest study to endorse the safety of synthetic turf playing surfaces. In June, The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and The New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services (NJDHS) released its findings indicating lead levels to be well below what is required to cause harm to children or athletes.
A-Turf, a sister company of Surface America Inc., is headquartered in Cheektowaga, NY. A-Turf sets the standard in the synthetic grass industry, creating and installing athletic surfaces for colleges, high schools and park districts across the nation. Surface America is recognized as the playground surfacing leader, developing and installing surfacing systems for playgrounds, gymnasiums, fitness facilities and trails & pathways. For more information visit www.Aturf.com or www.surfaceamerica.com
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BACnet® International Announces Plugfest 2008: Trane to Sponsor Industry's Foremost BACnet® Interoperability Workshop
BACnet® International today announced that PlugFest 2008, the industry's leading workshop for companies to perform interoperability testing for their BACnet® enabled solutions, will take place October 7th to 9th at the Crowne Plaza in St. Paul, Minnesota. As the 9th annual interoperability workshop, the event is expected to be the largest to date - with participation from over 100 engineers from over 30 different companies, representing 6 different countries.
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) August 1, 2008 -- BACnet® International today announced that PlugFest 2008, the industry's leading workshop for companies to perform interoperability testing for their BACnet® enabled solutions, will take place October 7th to 9th in St. Paul, Minnesota. As the 9th annual interoperability workshop, the event is expected to be the largest to date - with participation from over 100 engineers from over 30 different companies, representing 6 different countries.
Plugfest appeals to engineers as an opportunity to test their solutions in a vendor neutral and friendly environment with other community members. More information about Plugfest 2008, including vendor applications, registration details, requests for topics and other logistics, can be found at: http://www.bacnetinternational.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=26
Mark Weldy, Vice President and Business Leader, Trane Global Controls, discussed their sponsorship of the event, "As part of our commitment to making buildings better, Trane is pleased to sponsor PlugFest 2008. We believe open, standard protocols are a best practice to deliver the integrated solutions demanded by building professionals." Mr. Weldy continued, "This hands-on conference will help industry participants develop interoperable products that share data more robustly and reliably and combine seamlessly into high performance systems. Fall 2008 marks Trane's 30th anniversary in controls, and we are excited about the further progress that this BACnet® International PlugFest event can foster."
Andy McMillan, President of BACnet® International and President/CEO of Teletrol Systems, commented on Plugfest 2008, "By creating a co-operative and neutral forum for vendors to improve product interoperability, we believe everyone wins. Participating vendors get more innovative solutions in the hands of their customers more quickly, and BACnet® International and its members improve their testing methods, and ultimately their products." Mr. McMillan added, "we are extremely appreciative of Trane for sponsoring the event. They have demonstrated their leadership as both a solutions provider and an engaged community member ever since joining BACnet® International. Their guidance and sponsorship will help ensure the event is more valuable for everyone."
Plugfest 2008 will take place at the Crowne Plaza in St. Paul, Minnesota from October 7th to October 9th. Any company with a BACnet® product that is released or at beta level of maturity is eligible to participate. BACnet® International members may participate free of charge. Other companies may participate by paying a $1500 fee per testing team. For complete workshop information, please visit the official website here: http://www.bacnetinternational.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=26
About BACnet® International
BACnet® International is an industry association that facilitates the successful use of the BACnet® protocol in building automation and control systems through interoperability testing, educational programs, and promotional activities. The BACnet® standard was developed by ASHRAE and has been made publicly available so that manufacturers can create interoperable systems of products. BACnet® International complements the work of the ASHRAE standards committee and BACnet®-related interest groups around the world. BACnet® International members include building owners, consulting engineers and facility managers, as well as companies involved in the design, manufacturing installation, commissioning, and maintenance of control equipment that uses BACnet® for communication. For more information, please visit www.bacnetinternational.org.
About Trane
Trane, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ingersoll Rand (NYSE: IR), provides systems and services that enhance the quality and comfort of air in homes and buildings around the world. The business offers a broad range of energy-efficient heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems; dehumidifying and air cleaning products; aftermarket service and parts support; advanced building controls; and building and financing solutions including those that allow energy-efficient systems to pay for themselves through energy savings. Trane's systems and services have leading positions in premium commercial, residential, institutional and industrial markets; a reputation for reliability, high quality and product innovation;
and a powerful distribution network. The business has more than 29,000 employees worldwide. For more information, please visit www.trane.com and www.americanstandardair.com.
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BUILDER Magazine's Special Sustainability Issue Reveals Why Home Builders Should Go Green
A radical shift toward green building may be home builders' saving grace, according to July's two-part issue on sustainability.
Washington, D.C. (PRWEB) August 2, 2008 -- A radical shift toward green building may be home builders' saving grace, according to BUILDER's July two-part issue on sustainability. The first part highlights the benefits green building holds for home builders, while the flip side explores the impact of development now and in the future.
While sustainability is ideal, sustainable building isn't always easy. In BUILDER's special report, "The Greener Good," sustainability experts offer home builders their ideas on land use, design, construction and marketing.
"Green builders not only have to consider how their homes are constructed and how efficiently they run, but also where these homes sit in proximity to shopping and recreation," said BUILDER Editor in Chief, Denise Dersin. "Sustainability really requires that home builders look at the bigger picture."
To make sustainability sell, home builders also must consider their marketing strategy. Not all consumers want to save the planet, but many enjoy the cost savings of energy-efficient features. "The Greener Good" illustrates how some home builders have marketed these and other green building incentives to great success.
What if home builders don't care about sustainability? BUILDER's flip side, "Road to Perdition?" makes a case for green building by taking a hard look at global conditions. After illustrating how traditional home builders contribute to the depletion of natural resources, high energy prices and a diminished environment, the article demonstrates how sustainable homes often sell faster and for higher premiums than traditional ones.
BUILDER's Web site continues its sustainable building coverage with slide shows of green building projects, a chart on vehicle emissions and an educational seminar on sustainability from the EPA. Home builders can also view free green building plans.
For breaking news, past issues of BUILDER magazine and other sustainable building features, visit BuilderOnline.com.
About Hanley Wood
Hanley Wood, LLC, is the premier media and information company serving housing and construction. Through four operating divisions, the company produces award-winning magazines and Web sites, marquee trade shows and events, rich data and custom marketing solutions. The company also is North America's leading publisher of home plans. Hanley Wood Business Media (Washington, D.C.), publishes 36 award-winning residential and commercial construction titles, including BUILDER, REMODELING, CUSTOM HOME, CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION and residential architect. Hanley Wood Business Media also offers the construction industry's foremost collection of Web sites, including BUILDER ONLINE, REMODELING ONLINE, and ebuild, the comprehensive online guide to building products, as well as the largest collection of house plans online through eplans.com and Dream Home Source.
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New Exit Hardware for Glass Doors from DORMA Glas Offers Sleek, Modern Design
The new DORMA Exit Hardware system from DORMA Glas offers the safety and security of conventional push-bar exit devices in a configuration uniquely suitable for glass doors.
(PRWEB) August 2, 2008 -- The new DORMA Exit Hardware system from DORMA Glas ( www.dorma-usa.com ) offers the safety and security of conventional push-bar exit devices in a configuration uniquely suitable for glass doors.
The device features a tubular push bar that extends across the door's midsection then curves elegantly upward or downward to connect with a latching mechanism. With applications available for full-length door rails or top and bottom patch fittings, the result is a modern, minimalist design ideal for commercial openings such as auditoriums, restaurants or office buildings where aesthetics are paramount.
The DORMA Exit Hardware system includes panic hardware, deadbolts, Easi-Release electronic egress and dummy pulls. The panic hardware features a top latching bolt with manual and electric strikes (DG1000 model) or a bottom latching bolt with threshold and ramp strikes (DG1100 model). The system also includes corresponding deadbolts. The bolt action mechanism is hidden within the interior of the door handle to achieve an unobtrusive look. The Easi-Release has a manual switch in the vertical tube to activate a magnetic shear lock in the ceiling or floor.
Available finishes include stainless steel and brass, polished or satin.
The system is U.L. Listed and BHMA Certified (ANSI/BHMA Grade 1, Type 2). The system is appropriate for use with 1/2" - 3/4" thick tempered safety glass. It can accommodate a wide range of door sizes.
For more information or a product brochure, call DORMA at 1-800-451-0649 or visit www.dorma-usa.com.
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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Big Ass Fans(R) Turns the Country Green
Fans provide air movement solutions while increasing energy efficiency.
Lexington, KY (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 1, 2008 -- Lexington, Ky.-born Big Ass Fan Company®, contributing to the country's growing movement towards sustainability, has found itself in a position to move air in an unlikely venue: a Brooklyn Catholic Church. Typically, 200 parishioners travel to the almost century-old Our Lady of Refuge Church for the popular 11:30 a.m. mass each Sunday. The New York summer heat has discouraged congregation members, cutting the attendance in half. The parish employed the services of Big Ass Fans as a cooling solution to their heat-related absenteeism. Just one of approximately 50 churches nationwide that have purchased Big Ass Fans, Our Lady of Refuge will use a 24 ft. diameter PowerfoilPlus™ model to keep its congregation comfortable for years to come.
Since its inception, Big Ass Fans found its product primarily circulating in industrial and agricultural settings. In recent years, many other unexpected venues like churches, restaurants and offices have discovered the benefits of Big Ass Fans. Using only 1-2 hp motors, Big Ass Fans are inherently energy efficient to operate. To meet the needs of our growing customer base, the all-new Element™ was designed with functionality better suited to commercial settings. Combining its distinctive appearance with its high-performance operation, the new Element fan serves a wide range of applications. Los Angeles-based art gallery, Pharmaka, called on Big Ass Fans to provide an air movement solution that not only matched the sleek design of the spot, but also offered a sustainable benefit to the space. The silent, stylish Element will be featured on Planet Green's environmentally focused program, Alter-Eco, on September 8th.
About Big Ass Fans
Big Ass Fans has been featured in Entrepreneur, Inc., Fast Company, Discovery Channel Canada and National Geographic Channel. Since its founding in 1999, the Big Ass Fan Company has designed and manufactured 6-foot to 24-foot diameter industrial grade ceiling fans. Their energy efficient design keeps operating costs at just pennies-per-day. Big Ass Fans can be found in over 30,000 applications worldwide from warehouses and distribution centers to restaurants and zoos.
Contact:
Laci Poulter
www.bigassfans.com
Direct: (859) 967-0154
Cell: (972) 935-6213
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Penta Construction ERP Software wins 2008 Constructech Top Products award for Commercial Construction
Penta Recognized in New Product Category for Construction ERP Business Intelligence and Reporting Software, PENTA Business Analytics
Milwaukee, WI (PRWEB) August 1, 2008 -- Penta Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of construction ERP software, announces today that is has been designated a 2008 Constructech Top Product award winner for the Commercial Construction industry. Penta was recognized in the New Product Category for PENTA Business Analytics, which allows construction firms to analyze past performance for planning, trend current performance for forecasting, and identify exceptions to key performance indicators that may require immediate action.
The Constructech Top Products honor the best products tailored for the construction market. Winning entries were chosen based on product description, the product's overall usefulness and uniqueness to the industry, and the customer growth rate for the particular product throughout the past few years.
"The nearly 100 entries submitted for the first Constructech Top Products awards demonstrated what strides the construction industry has taken during the past few years," says Peggy Smedley, editorial director of Constructech. "I would like to congratulate the winners in the commercial sector for the steps they have taken to continue delivering quality solutions to builders and contractors."
"The highly competitive, high risk nature of construction is causing contractors to make useful and accurate analysis and reporting a top priority," says Harvey Shovers, Vice President of Sales & Marketing. "Demand for PENTA Business Analytics has been very strong since its launch in early 2007. This award underscores the critical need for contractors to be more aware of all business issues and trends identified through measurement of key performance indicators."
PENTA Business Analytics automatically builds and distributes packages of information to designated users within a construction firm. Whether pre-built or customized, PENTA Business Analytics information packages are designed for analysis, and include graphical, flexible information views that can include data from non-PENTA applications as well. These personalized information packages, often containing Dashboards, can be automatically delivered by e-mail or posted to a server location on a scheduled basis. Publishing the information packages allows analysis work to be done anywhere, completely disconnected from your network, and without the cost of building and maintaining a data warehouse. PENTA Business Analytics also provides report-writing, drill-to-detail capability, user-specific dashboards, OLAP graphing and analysis, offline access and automated redistribution.
"The products chosen as the 2008 Constructech Top Products are innovative, successful, and some of the best of what can be utilized today. Constructech's readers are eagerly adopting the available technology solutions in the commercial construction space," said Mike Carrozzo, editor of Constructech magazine.
About Penta
PENTA is an innovative construction erp software system designed to manage diverse construction, engineering, and service management enterprises. From integrated Multi-Company Financials, Projects, Service, Labor and Equipment, to Analytics, Document Imaging, Workflow and Mobile Field software, PENTA provides the deep, industry-specific feature set and forward-looking technology engineering, construction and service firms need to improve and grow their businesses. Please visit www.penta.com for more information.
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Building Management Simplified with Cylon SiteGuide
The next generation of touchscreen interfaces from Cylon Controls greatly simplifies building management allowing users take control their environment and save energy.
Dublin, Ireland (PRWEB) August 1, 2008 -- Cylon announces the release of SiteGuide, the latest in intuitive touchscreen technology.
The Cylon SiteGuide is a stand alone touchscreen front end for UnitronUC32 Building Energy Management System. This intuitive 7" colour touchscreen provides attractive and dynamic interfaces for managing your building. Its unique user-friendly navigation based on 3 easy-click buttons on the left side of the device allows any type of user to become expert with limited training.
The SiteGuide menu structure is flexible facilitating the creation of building specific interfaces that are intuitive to the end user. The SiteGuide's wide screen displays very clear and readable Graphical Datalogs. Once the Cylon SiteGuide is configured with the Communications Controller it will automatically read the menu structure from the Communications Controller and display it.
The Cylon SiteGuide is secure. Any menu can be password protected, preventing access to sections of the menu structure by unauthorised users. The SiteGuide can be panel mounted for local supervision and is stylish enough to be wall mounted in any office environment. Intuitive, user friendly and attractive, the Cylon SiteGuide simplifies building energy management. For more smart energy control solutions visit Cylon Controls Website
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Oncor Schedules Second Quarter Earnings Call
DALLAS (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) August 1, 2008 -- Oncor today announced it has scheduled a conference call on Friday, Aug. 15 to discuss its second quarter operational and financial results.
At 9 a.m. Central (10 a.m. Eastern), Oncor will host a teleconference to discuss its second quarter results with its investors. The conference call will be webcast live at www.oncor.com under the ‘News’ tab in the Investor Information section. A replay will be available on the website later that day for those unable to participate in the live event.
The following information is provided for investors who will participate in the conference call on Friday, Aug. 15, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. (CT):
United States & Canada:
1-877-358-0169
International:
1-706-679-3104
Conference ID:
51064130
Moderator:
John Casey
Participants use the Conference ID to access the call and also for the replay.
Oncor is a regulated electric distribution and transmission business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor operates the largest distribution and transmission system in Texas, providing power to 3 million electric delivery points over more than 102,000 miles of distribution and 14,000 miles of transmission lines. While Oncor is a subsidiary of Energy Future Holdings Corp., Oncor is governed by a separate board that is comprised of a majority of independent directors.
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NLBMDA and Home Channel News to Honor Curtis Lumber At 2008 ProDealer of the Year Awards-Oct. 2, Chantilly, Va.
The National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association (NLBMDA) and Home Channel News will honor Curtis Lumber as Multi-Unit ProDealer of the Year at the 2008 ProDealer of the Year Awards Dinner on Oct. 2, 2008 in Chantilly, Va. The 2008 ProDealer of the Year Awards Dinner, sponsored by Weyerhaeuser iLevel, are held in conjunction with the 2008 ProDealer Industry Summit Oct. 1-3, 2008, in Chantilly, Va. at the Westfields Marriott. Now in their 12th year, the awards have been presented annually by Home Channel News to commend excellence in the LBM industry.
Chantilly, Va. (PRWEB) August 1, 2008 -- The National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association (NLBMDA) and Home Channel News will honor Curtis Lumber as Multi-Unit ProDealer of the Year at the 2008 ProDealer of the Year Awards Dinner on Oct. 2, 2008 in Chantilly, Va.
The 2008 ProDealer of the Year Awards Dinner, sponsored by Weyerhaeuser iLevel, are held in conjunction with the 2008 ProDealer Industry Summit Oct. 1-3, 2008, in Chantilly, Va. at the Westfields Marriott. Now in their 12th year, the awards have been presented annually by Home Channel News to commend excellence in the LBM industry.
"In 2008 Curtis Lumber deserves recognition as a major ProDealer that has shown the ability to grow," said Ken Clark, editor in chief of Home Channel News. "The company showed an 11 percent sales increase on the HCN Top 500 Industry Scoreboard and is looking to capture long-term benefits through its acquisition of Gregory Supply."
Ballston Spa, N.Y.-based Curtis Lumber operates 22 units. Company accolades also include philanthropy in partnership with Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and the fostering of respect from peers throughout the LBM industry.
The 2008 ProDealer of the Year Awards Reception, sponsored by Design House, will open festivities at 5:30pm. Awards dinner presentations will commence at 6:30pm and will honor Independent ProDealer of the Year, Multi-Unit ProDealer of the Year, and Supplier of the Year.
Home Channel News is the leading news and analysis magazine for the home improvement retail industry. Published 16 times a year, Home Channel News has reported breaking events since 1975. The newsmagazine serves retailers, wholesalers, distributors, buying co-ops and pro dealers selling hardware and home improvement products to do-it-yourself consumers and building professionals. Home Channel News is published by Lebhar-Friedman, Inc. http://www.homechannelnews.com
The National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association represents more than 8,000 lumber and building material companies with over 400,000 employees, 20 state and regional associations, and the industry's leading manufacturers and service providers. NLBMDA's member companies are the suppliers of builders in every state across the U.S. Since 2006, LBM Institute has been NLBMDA's resource center for industry research and information. http://www.dealer.org
For more information on the 2008 ProDealer of the Year Awards Dinner or the ProDealer Industry Summit please visit http://www.ProDealer.com or contact Hilary Cohen, Event Manager, at (212) 756-5036.
For information on covering the ProDealer of the Year Awards or the ProDealer Industry Summit in your publication contact Cristin Riffle-Lash, Marketing Manager, at (212) 756-5154.
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BACnet® International Announces Plugfest 2008: Trane to Sponsor Industry's Foremost BACnet® Interoperability Workshop
BACnet® International today announced that PlugFest 2008, the industry's leading workshop for companies to perform interoperability testing for their BACnet® enabled solutions, will take place October 7th to 9th at the Crowne Plaza in St. Paul, Minnesota. As the 9th annual interoperability workshop, the event is expected to be the largest to date - with participation from over 100 engineers from over 30 different companies, representing 6 different countries.
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) August 1, 2008 -- BACnet® International today announced that PlugFest 2008, the industry's leading workshop for companies to perform interoperability testing for their BACnet® enabled solutions, will take place October 7th to 9th in St. Paul, Minnesota. As the 9th annual interoperability workshop, the event is expected to be the largest to date - with participation from over 100 engineers from over 30 different companies, representing 6 different countries.
Plugfest appeals to engineers as an opportunity to test their solutions in a vendor neutral and friendly environment with other community members. More information about Plugfest 2008, including vendor applications, registration details, requests for topics and other logistics, can be found at: http://www.bacnetinternational.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=26
Mark Weldy, Vice President and Business Leader, Trane Global Controls, discussed their sponsorship of the event, "As part of our commitment to making buildings better, Trane is pleased to sponsor PlugFest 2008. We believe open, standard protocols are a best practice to deliver the integrated solutions demanded by building professionals." Mr. Weldy continued, "This hands-on conference will help industry participants develop interoperable products that share data more robustly and reliably and combine seamlessly into high performance systems. Fall 2008 marks Trane's 30th anniversary in controls, and we are excited about the further progress that this BACnet® International PlugFest event can foster."
Andy McMillan, President of BACnet® International and President/CEO of Teletrol Systems, commented on Plugfest 2008, "By creating a co-operative and neutral forum for vendors to improve product interoperability, we believe everyone wins. Participating vendors get more innovative solutions in the hands of their customers more quickly, and BACnet® International and its members improve their testing methods, and ultimately their products." Mr. McMillan added, "we are extremely appreciative of Trane for sponsoring the event. They have demonstrated their leadership as both a solutions provider and an engaged community member ever since joining BACnet® International. Their guidance and sponsorship will help ensure the event is more valuable for everyone."
Plugfest 2008 will take place at the Crowne Plaza in St. Paul, Minnesota from October 7th to October 9th. Any company with a BACnet® product that is released or at beta level of maturity is eligible to participate. BACnet® International members may participate free of charge. Other companies may participate by paying a $1500 fee per testing team. For complete workshop information, please visit the official website here: http://www.bacnetinternational.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=26
About BACnet® International
BACnet® International is an industry association that facilitates the successful use of the BACnet® protocol in building automation and control systems through interoperability testing, educational programs, and promotional activities. The BACnet® standard was developed by ASHRAE and has been made publicly available so that manufacturers can create interoperable systems of products. BACnet® International complements the work of the ASHRAE standards committee and BACnet®-related interest groups around the world. BACnet® International members include building owners, consulting engineers and facility managers, as well as companies involved in the design, manufacturing installation, commissioning, and maintenance of control equipment that uses BACnet® for communication. For more information, please visit www.bacnetinternational.org.
About Trane
Trane, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ingersoll Rand (NYSE: IR), provides systems and services that enhance the quality and comfort of air in homes and buildings around the world. The business offers a broad range of energy-efficient heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems; dehumidifying and air cleaning products; aftermarket service and parts support; advanced building controls; and building and financing solutions including those that allow energy-efficient systems to pay for themselves through energy savings. Trane's systems and services have leading positions in premium commercial, residential, institutional and industrial markets; a reputation for reliability, high quality and product innovation;
and a powerful distribution network. The business has more than 29,000 employees worldwide. For more information, please visit www.trane.com and www.americanstandardair.com.
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Learning the Lessons from Weston's Pier
Following the devastatingly destructive fire at Weston-super-Mare's historic old pier, I wonder how many other owners and tenants of catering establishments and similar predominantly timber structured buildings are reviewing their fire prevention and protection needs?
Lincolnshire, UK (PRWEB) August 1, 2008 -- The loss is all the more tragic in that the 104-year-old pier had only recently undergone a £1millon refit- and we must assume also underwent a fire risk assessment in line with the current Regulatory Reform Order (Fire Safety). As a popular tourist attraction the Weston's Pier must have warranted special scrutiny to safeguard public safety. Mercifully no one was injured in the blaze that started around 7am (Tuesday 29th July), and reduced the wooden pavilion to ashes in only a few hours. A fire at peak time on such a beautiful summer day may have been even more tragic.
If early reports are correct the source of the blaze is blamed on the deep fat fryers in the kitchen areas, but the rate of fire spread and its intensity gave the fire service little chance of saving the main building, a job already hampered by the limited land side access.
It would be interesting to establish if the refit included the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system, as you would anticipate they would have significantly reduced or at least slowed the fire spread. Sprinklers are only activated by heat generated in the vicinity of the fire, spraying water or foam to suppress it. They have proved highly effective and are increasingly used to protect occupied buildings such as schools, hotels and public buildings.
It is also not widely understood that most fire extinguishers are ineffective against cooking oil and fat fires. Indeed some extinguishers like water and CO2 can actually spread the fire due to the high-pressure discharge. Dry powder and foam extinguishers are certainly effective against petroleum oils and gases, but not cooking oils.
"The only practical solution is to use a wet chemical fire extinguisher that is specifically formulated from a cocktail of potassium salts to tackle this type of fire. The wet chemical reagent reacts with the burning oils creating soapy foam that covers, cools and smothers the fire. In the absence of a Wet Chemical extinguisher deploying a fire blanket over the blaze is arguably the next best option." Explains Tony Robson, Fire & Safety Centre.
Irrespective of the presence of a Sprinkler system, every commercial kitchen should include a Wet Chemical extinguisher in their fire protection arsenal. A bonus is that they are also effective on Class A fires involving combustible solids like paper and fabric, although being more expensive you may opt to have a cheaper dry powder or water extinguisher as well.
About the Company
The Fire and Safety Centre is an independent stockist and trade distributor of fire protection products; namely fire detectors, manual fire alarms, extinguishers and other fire and safety solutions.
A 6litre Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher is under £80 + VAT from HTTP://www.fireandsafetycentre.co.uk. A relatively small investment given the potential damage a fire can inflict.
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Put Away That Old Paper Dictionary -- Spanish Translation is Made Easy with SpanishDict.com's New Spanish-English Dictionary
The new online Spanish-English dictionary boasts over 300,000 translations, audio pronunciations, and a comprehensive grammar reference. A single search box translates words from Spanish to English and English to Spanish.
Atlanta, Georgia (PRWEB) August 1, 2008 -- SpanishDict.com releases today an expansive new database to power its popular online Spanish-English dictionary. The new database offers more than 300,000 up-to-date translations, local variations, idioms, and example usages. The resulting dictionary represents the Internet's largest Spanish-English dictionary. The dictionary is currently used by more than one million people each month. Key features of the new dictionary include:
* Contextual Examples: Extensive examples of common usages are provided to ensure accurate translations.
* Audio Pronunciations: Audio recordings for both English and Spanish words demonstrate proper pronunciation.
* Single Search Box: One simple search box to find both English and Spanish translations.
* Auto-Suggest: Search suggestions are provided in both English and Spanish as a user types in a word.
In addition to the new dictionaries, SpanishDict is now releasing a comprehensive Spanish Reference section, which features over sixty pages of detailed grammar explanations, examples, and exercises. The Spanish Language Reference includes four sections to help people learn Spanish:
* Grammar: Detailed, approachable explanations and exercises are provided for all major Spanish grammar topics.
* Verbs: The Spanish verb reference features verb explanations, conjugations and exercises.
* Vocabulary: The Spanish vocabulary section is comprised of over 3,000 words organized into categories including animals, business, travel, government and technology.
* Media: the Media reference guide showcases Spanish newspapers, television, film and music clips creating a rich method of interacting with Spanish culture.
Visit SpanishDict.com to experience the new features.
About SpanishDict
Founded in 1999, SpanishDict is a leading online Spanish-English dictionary, Spanish translation, and Spanish language learning website. Each month more than a million people worldwide trust SpanishDict to provide fast, reliable, and accurate Spanish translations. To learn more visit SpanishDict.com.
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Aspen Contracting Inc., Expands Ohio Service Area to Cover Canton Roofing Market
National contractor Aspen Contracting, which specializes in assessing and replacing roofs damaged in hail and wind storms, expands to serve Canton, Ohio. The company is familiar with the Ohio market after serving property owners in Columbus and Akron.
Lee's Summit, MO and Akron, OH (PRWEB) August 1, 2008 -- Aspen Contracting, Inc., (www.aspencontractinginc.com), a national contractor that specializes in assessing and replacing roofs damaged in hail and wind storms, announces its newest Ohio field office in Canton, effective July 31. The company is familiar with the Ohio market after serving property owners in Columbus and Akron.
Property owners in the Canton area may call 1-877-784-7663 (1-877-784-ROOF) for a no-obligation inspection.
Aspen Contracting project managers, field supervisors and inspectors from around the country have joined the Aspen team in Akron and the new Canton office at 5440 Fulton Road NW.
"Our sales staff is expert in handling insurance claims and restoration contracts, an area in which local contractors typically have limited experience," said L.C. Nussbeck, Aspen Contracting founder and president. "The Aspen Contracting team is fully mobilized to assist property owners in returning their homes or commercial buildings to pre-storm condition as quickly as possible."
Aspen Contracting is licensed and insured as a general contractor in 34 states, including Ohio. It is an endorsed member of the Better Business Bureau, member of Angie's List and holds memberships in the National Roofing Contractors Association, the Midwest Roofing Contractors Association, the International Code Council, the National Slate Association and the B.C. Shake & Shingle Association.
In addition, Aspen Contracting is an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor, recognition given only 2 percent of the 3,000 preferred contractors recognized by Owens Corning for superior service and installation.
About Aspen Contracting, Inc.
Aspen Contracting, Inc. specializes in assessing and replacing roofs damaged by hail and wind and also provides siding and guttering services. The company's national headquarters is in the Kansas City suburb of Lee's Summit, Mo.
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Amvic Releases a New 'T-block' Insulated Concrete Form
Amvic responds to the growing needs of the commercial Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) market segment with the release of a T-block which will increase job-site efficiency and productivity, resulting in greater profits for their customers.
Toronto, ON (PRWEB) July 31, 2008 -- Once again Amvic Building System demonstrates excellent responsiveness to the needs of their customers as the company continues to innovate and expand their Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) product line. On August 15th, 2008 Amvic will release a new T-block ICF for the company's current 6" and 8" ICF lines for field testing.
The T-Block is designed for applications where two walls intersect. In most cases this occurs where an interior ICF wall connects to an exterior ICF wall. In residential construction this is uncommon since typically interior walls are constructed with either wood or steel framing. The demand for a T-block recently arose due to the increased growth of ICF use for commercial projects such as schools and hotels. Previously, installers would construct a T-block on site using straight forms, the process was time consuming and the intersection would require special attention and additional bracing. Now, with this exciting new product the ICF installation process can reach even higher levels of efficiency and productivity which will translate to quicker occupancy and greater profits for Amvic's customers.
The NEW Amvic T-block will be available in two configurations. For both models, the top of the 'T' will be the same length but the direction of the longer side will be inversed. One model will have a short leg (bottom of the T) and one will have a long leg. This is so when the wall is installed the forms can be alternated to ensure that the joints are staggered, which will increase the strength of the wall at the intersection during the concrete pour and reduce the need for additional bracing. In addition, the outside wall panel for each form will contain additional built-in internal polypropylene reinforcement to provide extra strength.
Like all Amvic forms, the T-block will feature the patented 1" deep FormLockTM reversible interlock which connects the forms tightly together without the need for gluing or taping. They will also contain the same 100% recycled polypropylene webs which will hold the three panels of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) together, hold reinforcing steel and act as furring strips for interior and exterior finishings. The design of the new forms in conjunction with these features will provide exceptional strength and virtually eliminate the chance of form failure.
About Amvic Building System: Amvic Building System based in Toronto, Ontario, is an industry leading manufacturer of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) building materials. The main product lines sold across North America include Amvic Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) and the NEW patented AmDeck Floor & Roof SystemTM. Amvic also produces a vinyl window and door block-out called Amvic Buck System, Amvic Design Software for engineers, SilveRboard reflective insulation and Envirosheet rigid flat-sheet insulation. Amvic products consistently exemplify exceptional quality, superior strength and ease of installation. In addition, they result in long term cost savings, offer superior comfort, and are environmentally friendly. For more information, please visit www.amvicsystem.com.
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Gyro Tech® Adds Security Access Control Hardware to its Line of Automatic Doors and Accessories
NABCO Entrances has added access control hardware to its line of automatic doors and accessories. The offering includes access controllers, card readers, proximity readers, key fobs and biometric readers.
Muskego, Wisconsin (PRWEB) August 1, 2008 -- NABCO Entrances has added access control hardware to its line of automatic doors and accessories. The offering includes access controllers, card readers, proximity readers, key fobs and biometric readers. According to Larry Grassmann, V. P. of Sales and Marketing for NABCO Entrances, "Recently the market for secure access devices has grown exponentially. We are making this type of technology available to meet the changing demands of our current customers and to expand into new markets."
NABCO access control devices exhibit a high level of functionality and ease of use. Features include: easy-to-use, Windows-based software that controls access for up to 60 doors; up to 60 programmable holidays; emailed alarm events and real-time on-line event processing. Software utilizes industry standard interface that supports all reader technologies on the market. Control system utilizes single door controllers and is capable of controlling access to 60 doors and up to 4800 cardholders. Each controller is equipped with three relay outputs. One controls an electronic lock and two additional outputs can be configured to your needs. Inputs are provided for an Egress Button, a Handicapped Button and a Door Contact. The door contact feature can be configured to your meet your needs.
The software performs voiding and validating of cards/fobs. The Access Profile feature defines the readers and time intervals that the user is allowed access. The software also has the ability to deny access during any of 60 programmable holidays. An Unlock Privilege may be granted to cardholders on an individual reader basis. A Timed Anti-Passback feature deters cardholders from "passing back" their cards, particularly in parking lot applications.
The controllers can also communicate via LAN/WAN using the CanLan TCP/IP Controller. This simplifies remote management and can greatly reduce installation costs due to hard wiring.
The new proximity reader offers the flexibility of mullion and wall mounting in a single unit. The reader can be mounted on a standard mullion but also ships an attractive adaptor plate that allows mounting on a single-gang electrical box.
The new biometric readers allow up to 4,000 users without the need for cards or fobs. Access is allowed via finger print reader or by entering pin using the built-in keypad.
Having security solutions, including installation and maintenance, available from one source, NABCO Entrances, means there is only one number to call for any service related to your entrance system.
Gyro Tech(r) is the brand name of automatic entrance systems offered by NABCO Entrances Inc. located in Muskego, Wisconsin. NABCO Entrances is the only automatic door company in North America that manufactures complete entrance systems including advanced sensors, security hardware, automatic sliding, swing and folding doors many of which are available in Hurricane-Rated versions and designed to comply with the High Velocity Hurricane Zone of the Florida Building Code.
For more information on NABCO Entrances Security Access Systems, call 1-877-622-2694, or visit http://www.nabcoentrances.com/prtac.cfm .
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Quality Automation Graphics Introduces State of the Art 3D Symbol Library for the Building Controls Industry
Quality Automation Graphics provides building controls industry new 3D symbol library for building automation systems. Includes symbol configurations for nearly all major mechanical systems, and high level animation for enhanced realism.
Ankeny, IA (PRWEB) July 31, 2008 -- Quality Automation Graphics announces the development and availability of their latest 3D symbol library for building automation systems. Designed to help the user assemble system graphics faster and improve the overall look of graphics, the library is available for most building automation systems, and includes various symbol configurations for the development of nearly all major mechanical systems. With over 200 components, the pieces and parts library consists of graphics to assemble building controls systems, and high-level animation for more realism.
"The system graphics library is among the best in the industry, and will give our customers a differentiating advantage over their competitors. The end user will benefit as well by viewing graphics that represent the best current design standards," says Russell Zimmerman, Vice President of Quality Automation Graphics.
The quality of the graphics is far superior to others currently available, and the library provides such easy to use features as multiple duct lengths, to create any length of duct run, as well as adjustable piping to be sized to any length, among others.
Quality Automation Graphics offers the library to any company interested in gaining a competitive advantage in the building automation industry. Options for custom graphic libraries, including logos on major pieces of equipment for copyright protection, and source code ownership are available. For detailed information and options on the symbol library please contact Quality Automation Graphics at 888-965-3403 or sales@qagraphics.com.
ABOUT QUALITY AUTOMATION GRAPHICS
Quality Automation Graphics is an innovative leader, designing graphical user interfaces utilizing 3D graphics and animation for the building control industry. Core competencies include: energy efficiency education, 3D graphic design, interactive applications, graphic outsourcing, symbol library creation, and LCD display solutions. www.qagraphics.com For detailed information and options on the symbol library please contact Quality Automation Graphics at 888-965-3403 or sales@qagraphics.com, or visit online at http://www.qagraphics.com/
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Despite Negative Media Attention Towards the Housing Market, Homeowners Continue to Invest Wisely In Their Homes
According to ReliableRemodeler.com's most recent survey, homeowners seem to see themselves as unaffected by the current changes in the housing market, and are continuing with remodeling projects by making smaller, more savvy investments.
Portland, Ore. (PRWEB) July 31, 2008 -- ReliableRemodeler.com, a nationwide home improvement and remodeling contractor matching service, is pleased to announce the results to their latest homeowner survey on attitudes towards the current housing market. While the housing market has been changing over the past year, many homeowners are choosing to continue with their home improvement plans or choosing to make smarter, yet perhaps smaller, investment choices.
When asked whether or not they were personally experiencing the affects of the changing housing market, 69 percent of homeowners stated that they were not feeling any impact, while 31 percent said they did experience some affects. Although claiming that the changing market had little to no affect on them, 51 percent of homeowners did believe that their home had dropped in value. For the full survey results, visit ReliableRemodeler.com's Media Center, http://www.reliableremodeler.com/about_us/media_center.asp.
The economic forecast for the coming year did not deter homeowners who had remodeling plans already decided. 59 percent of homeowners stated they would not be changing their remodeling plans.
"While many homeowners see themselves as untouched by the changes in the housing market," said Eric Doebele, Founder of ReliableRemodeler.com, "the changes they are seeing in the market are causing them to shift their focus onto projects with a higher return on investment. By making smart investments, homeowners can still make improvements without as much risk."
For homeowners making changes to their remodeling plans, 14 percent said they were deciding to invest in smaller projects with a smaller price tag and seven percent were choosing to invest in projects that would bring the most return on investment. Homeowners did seem slightly wary of taking on large projects for their home, with 14 percent stating they would be putting large remodeling projects on hold.
About ReliableRemodeler.com:
ReliableRemodeler.com is a leading nationwide home improvement contractor matching service working to bring together homeowners and contractors. To date, the company has matched over 730,000 homeowners with home improvement projects to quality, local contractors. Besides homeowners, the company targets over 1.2 million home improvement and remodeling contractors in the United States, providing them access to quality home improvement leads using proprietary matching technologies.
Both homeowners looking to start a home improvement project, or contractors who want to start receiving qualified leads, can visit our website, http://www.reliableremodeler.com.
For information about this press release or about ReliableRemodeler.com please contact:
Paige Thomas or media @ reliableremodeler.com.
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Thomas Equipment Names Kasha Farm Supplies as Thomas Skid Steer Loader Dealer
Thomas Equipment has appointed Kasha Farm Supplies as Thomas Skid Steer Loader Dealer to add the the company's brands of prestigious equipment brands for farmers in the area of Eckville, Alberta, Canada.
Eckville, Alberta (PRWEB) July 31, 2008 -- Thomas Equipment Inc. announced the appointment of Kasha Farm Supplies Ltd., a major provider of heavy equipment for the agricultural industry in Lacombe County, Alberta, as a Thomas Skid Steer Loader Dealer in the growing town of Eckville, Alberta.
Kasha Farm Supplies, online at www.kashafarm.com, has a tradition of years experience serving the farming community of Alberta. Kasha represents such brand names as Massey Ferguson tractors and combines, Claas harvest machinery and tractors, and Hesston Agco hay and forage equipment, among its other brand name equipment.
Petter Etholm, President of Thomas Equipment said, "We welcome Bryan Kasha and his team to the family of Thomas Dealers and pleased Kasha Farm Supplies, with over a half century of experience, has chosen Thomas Skid Steer Loaders as the brand they prefer to offer their farmer customers in the skid steer sector." Etholm is also Chairman of Thomas' parent company, Osiris Corporation (OSRS).
Gilbert Bedard, Vice President of Global Sales at Thomas, said, "The Thomas Team is grateful to Bryan Kasha and his team and Kasha Farm Supplies and we look forward to a long relationship as Thomas Skid Steer Loaders join the other top brands offered by Kasha."
Arun Bhatnagar, Regional Business Manager for Western Canada, added, "Kasha Farm Supplies exemplifies the growing interest in Thomas Skid Steer Loaders throughout the region. Kasha is a great family business with a strong reputation and we are proud to have them in our Thomas Dealer network."
Eckville is a growing community in Lacombe County, Alberta, and in addition to its agricultural industry, has a thriving, multifaceted business base in its vibrant community.
Thomas skid steers have a long tradition on the farm. Whether on a Thomas 85 or 105, turning in a tight barn stall or moving with a heavy load through a narrow doorway, or operating the larger Thomas 153, 175 or 250 models, all Thomas skid steers make short work of tough, dirty jobs and keep labor costs down, working effectively year-in, year-out.
Thomas Equipment, based in Centreville, New Brunswick, Canada, is online at www.thomasloaders.com, where farmers can learn more about Thomas Skid Steer Loaders.
Thomas Equipment Inc. is a unit of Osiris Corporation (OSRS), www.osiriscorp.net, which provides a variety of branded and other products to industrial markets through subsidiaries including: Thomas Equipment Inc.; Thomas Equipment Asia Co. Ltd.; Thomas Ventures, Inc., Pneutech-Rousseau, Inc. and TcomT Inc. Osiris' units manufacture and market industrial and construction equipment, distribute pneumatic and hydraulic systems and design wireless devices for the telecommunications industry, among other activities.
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Visa Lighting Fixtures Featured at Harley Davidson Museum Complex
Visa Lighting, a leading manufacturer of architectural lighting, provides clients with custom product design and build services. With lead times comparable to many manufacturers' standard product ship schedules the Visa Lighting Custom and Standard Variation product services offer signature products in a timely manner. This expertise in custom products led the HGA design team to select Visa Lighting to complement the unique architectural design of the Harley Davidson Museum.
Milwaukee, WI (PRWEB) July 31, 2008 -- In addition to a substantial catalog product line, Visa Lighting, a leading manufacturer of architectural lighting, provides clients with custom product design and build services. Project specifiers utilizing Visa Lighting's Custom product and Variation services have greater control over design intent and lighting output requirements. With lead times comparable to many manufacturers' standard product ship schedules the Visa Lighting Custom and Standard Variation product services offer signature products in a timely manner. This expertise in custom products led the HGA design team to select Visa Lighting to complement the unique architectural design of the Harley Davidson Museum.
An industrial architectural design, the Harley Davidson Museum complex required performance fixtures and decorative luminaries. Working directly with the project designers, Visa Lighting designed and built performance sconces ranging in lengths from 4 to 12 feet, illuminated "cubes" for the museum grounds, and decorative custom pendants. Also installed on the project is the Visa Lighting AdvantusTM fixture. Balancing the museum's architectural attributes, glass walls, dark brick and exposed beams, with the common steel and black lighting fixture features, Visa Lighting successfully melded building design with exhibits and displays.
This link between architectural design and the museum's exhibits is most evident in the Visa custom pendants. Guests are met by the silhouette of a motorcycle once owned by Evel Knievel and the Visa Lighting custom cylinder pendants. The aesthetic concept of the sixty inch cylinder fixture is a bologna cut tailpipe, perforated to allow a soft, ambient glow of light from the PAR lamp. These decorative pendants match the industrial theme of the museum and mimics bike components housed in the museum's exhibits.
Three buildings, two restaurants, a gift shop, and spacious event areas, the museum is much more than just motorcycles. It is a celebration the Harley Davidson company history and the passion of its riders. "We had literally thousands of people who put their heart and soul into this place. They wanted to be sure we got it exactly right, and I think we did," said museum director Stacey Schiesl.
Visa Lighting, a Milwaukee based company, is honored to be part of the cultural institution that is the Harley Davidson Museum.
About AdvantusTM:
AdvantusTM sets the standard for aesthetics in a tubular fixture. Utilizing Visa Lighting FP Optics, AdvantusTM possesses uniform illumination; 98% reflective Miro Silver reflectors for maximum efficiency.
About Visa Lighting:
Since its establishment in 1943, Visa Lighting Corporation has purveyed the highest quality, most innovative products available to the specification grade lighting market. Visa Lighting capitalized on growth opportunities to become the leader in decorative architectural lighting products. Located in Milwaukee, WI, Visa Lighting became the flagship company of the Oldenburg Group in 1982.
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PipeFlow.co.uk Releases Pipe Flow Expert 2008 version 3.11
PipeFlow.co.uk today announced the release of PipeFlow™ Expert 2008 version 3.11, a major upgrade to the Microsoft Windows desktop application software for designing and analyzing piping systems.
Wilmslow, England (PRWEB) July 30, 2008 -- PipeFlow.co.uk (http://www.pipeflow.co.uk) today announced the release of PipeFlow™ Expert 2008 version 3.11 (http://www.pipeflow.co.uk/public/control.php?_path=/497/738), a major upgrade to the Microsoft Windows software for designing and analyzing piping systems. Pipe Flow Expert 2008 is a premier software application that models both open and closed loop pipe networks, calculates flow rates, pipe pressure drops, friction losses, pump operating points and much more.
Pipe Flow Expert's standard features include an easy-to-use intuitive user interface, a robust calculation engine that uses the accurate Darcy-Weisbach method for calculating pipe friction losses (with the Colebrook-White equation for calculating friction factors), an integrated fluid database with common liquid and gas properties, a pipe database with common pipe materials and sizes, and a fittings database with common valves and tees.
Pipe Flow Expert 2008 version 3 also supports entry of data in mass flow rate, up to 9 different fluid zones within the pipe system, pressure regulating valves (PRVs), back pressure valves (BPVs), and includes a verification document which compares the results produced by Pipe Flow Expert against the known results for over 40 cases of published data.
"Flow and pressure loss calculations have never been so easy. Our Pipe Flow Expert software has an easy-to-use interface that lets users get up and running immediately. Pipe Flow Expert is simply an ideal software package for anyone who designs, builds, operates or maintains a pipe system. Version 3 provides unbelievable value and gives the user a simple way to analyze and visualize their pipe system, and enables them to easily calculate the fluid flows and pressures in each pipe." said David Gardiner of PipeFlow.co.uk.
Users get the ability to view the calculated results in spreadsheet format and also on a visual pipe drawing with the pipes and nodes drawn according to a color gradient that is specified against a particular calculation, such as the volume of flow in a pipe, the pressure drop in a pipe, the friction loss in a pipe or other results data. The color coding and graphical representation of the system model provides for an instant visual analysis of the flows and pressures in the pipe system(Pipe Flow Expert visual analysis of flows and pressure drops).
"We get many positive comments on our Pipe Flow Expert interface and we place a high importance on keeping the software easy-to-use, even as we continue to add powerful new features. When you combine our best-in-class interface, value-for-money pricing, and powerful calculation engine, we become a compelling choice for most users." Gardiner said.
The Pipe Flow Expert software includes support for simple network licensing, allowing multiple users to run the software from a shared hard disk drive, without needing to install any other licensing software. The program is also available on USB Flash Drive and can be moved between machines via simple "Plug & Play".
Pipe Flow Expert is used by a variety of engineers and companies, from individual design consultants through to large middle east oil companies; anyone that needs a powerful, straightforward tool, which they can rely on to calculate flow rates, size pumps, check NPSHa, and find pressure losses in a pipe system. A free trial is available now: Solve the flows and pressure drops in your pipe system with Pipe Flow Expert 2008 (Download Pipe Flow Expert now).
About PipeFlow.co.uk - PipeFlow.co.uk (www.PipeFlow.co.uk) is owned by Daxesoft Ltd, a UK registered company. It has used PipeFlow as a trading name for over 10 years. PipeFlow designs and develops fluid flow and pressure drop calculations software that is used by engineers in over 70 countries worldwide. PipeFlow has over 1000 clients in a variety of industries including aerospace, chemical processing, education, food and beverage, general engineering, mining, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, power generation, water and wastewater processing.
For more information please email info @ pipeflow.co.uk or call +44 (0) 1625 509142
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Local Builder Reaches Milestone, Despite Troubling Economy
While the Florida construction industry struggles through a devastating two-year downturn, Orlando area pool builder Champagne Pool and Spa beats the odds to celebrate 30 years in business.
Sanford, Florida (PRWEB) July 31, 2008 -- Orlando-area pool builder Champagne Pool And Spa reached a benchmark 30 year anniversary this week, a notable achievement given the current economic conditions of Central Florida. The announcement was made by second-generation pool builder and company president Michael Manley.
The announcement comes in stark contrast to more characteristic news for this area, including the closings of several other local area builders. "Roughly half of all new pools built in Florida were built for new home construction," stated Manley. "So when home construction gets hit, the pool builders feel it just as bad if not harder".
The Florida governor's office forecast says that new housing construction will fall to less than 60,000 units this year, a 70% drop from 2005. Florida's construction industry lost more than 77,000 jobs, according to the Highlands Today / Tampa Tribune.
"The last two years have been tough, but we've done better than most. Our renovations and chemical business is up, and our residential and commercial pool business is holding strong, thanks mostly to referrals," said Manley. "A few years ago, we were building more than 600 pools per year. In 2005, we made the decision to cut back to a more manageable 200 to 300 pools a year, and focus more on commercial and renovations. Fortunately for us, that was about six months before the downturn really started to hit. So while other pool builders were scrambling, we renovated and expanded our showroom with new displays and materials."
How does it feel to hit this 30 year milestone? "Considering what's been happening to some of our peers and competitors, we're pretty darn happy. At 4200 pools and counting, I'd say we've become something of a mainstay in Central Florida."
For 10 years in a row, Champagne Pools has been recognized by Pool & Spa Magazine as one of the "Top 50 pool builders in the United States." Champagne Pools is a member of the Aquatech Society of Pool Building Professionals, one of only seven such builders in Florida. Winner of more than 60 design and craftsmanship awards, Champagne pools has been serving Central Florida businesses and homeowners since 1978.
More info at www.ChampagnePoolAndSpa.com
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Winter Park Colorado Real Estate Showcases New Model Home
Mountain Estates development in the Rocky Mountains offers new addition to Winter Park Colorado real estate communities. New luxury homes start at $1.475M and include golf and mountain views.
Winter Park, CO (PRWEB) July 30, 2008 - Colorado Mountain Estates announces that its model home, the newest addition to Winter Park, Colorado real estate is nearing completion. Winter Park, Colorado real estate buyers may schedule tours of the home and property starting today. This Winter, Park Colorado real estate luxury property has four bedrooms and offers extras such as a media room and gourmet kitchen.
The Rocky Mountain real estate luxury home community features single-family homes on two-acre wooded lots that are situated on the Fairways at Pole Creek golf course. Voted "Colorado's Best Public Golf Course" by Golf Digest Magazine, the Fairways at Pole Creek offers Rocky Mountain real estate's finest golfing community accessible to all homeowners.
"The level of detail put into each home is truly remarkable," said Steve Jervis, Mountain Estates Developer. "The model home boasts luxury amenities such as a five-piece master bath with slab-granite countertops and exposed wood beam ceilings. Winter Park Colorado real estate developers don't traditionally offer such valuable amenities, construction and turnkey service."
All Winter Park, Colorado real estate home floor plans are completely customizable and include amenities including:
* Optional bonus rooms (media, den, guest, office)
* In-floor radiant heating
* Formal dining room and breakfast nook
* Expansive decks with pine railings
"With fully-customizable floor plans, buyers are able to add significant square footage for a minimal upgrade fee," said Andrew Hadley, Mountain Estates Vice President of Sales and Marketing. "These homes offer incredible value for a new construction home in Colorado real estate, especially compared to Vail or Aspen."
About Mountain Estates
Developed by KST Construction, Mountain Estates is a premier custom home community situated in Fraser Valley, near Winter Park, CO. Mountain Estates luxury homes combine upscale adventure with luxurious living and offer the highest quality construction, floor plans, design, and delivery available. Floor plans include traditional mountain home plans with innovative architectural details including vaulted ceilings, expansive decks, and gourmet kitchens.
Mountain Estates offers 40 single-family homes on two-acre lots with prices starting at $1.475 million. Picturesque landscaping with either a mountain or golf view surrounds all lots and homebuyers have access to The Fairways at Pole Creek, named "The Best Public Golf Course in Colorado" by Golf Digest. Other KST communities include Shoreline on Grand Bahama Island, a 76-home master-planned oceanfront community.
Visit www.coloradomountainestates.com or call 888.726.9102 to find a custom home with a spirit that matches your own.
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Ten Things to Look for in a Sunroom Company or Contractor
Patio Enclosures, Inc., the #1 sunroom manufacturer and installer, provides tips for consumers choosing a sunroom company or contractor.
Macedonia, Ohio (Vocus/PRWEB ) July 30, 2008 -- When selecting a sunroom company or contractor to build your new sunroom, here are ten suggestions that can help you navigate through the maze of companies to find one that you can trust.
1. State Contractor's License - This is the first thing you should ask to see since an understanding of local and state building codes and permit processes, and a background check is usually required before a company gets one. Make sure the sunroom company or contractor is bonded and has worker's compensation insurance to protect you from potential liabilities or damage to your home.
2. Customer References - Deal with a sunroom company or contractor with a track record. Ten years is long enough to gauge staying power. Check with former customers to get a sense of how satisfied you'll be with your project - not just the final product, but the entire experience. If possible, arrange a visit to see if the sunroom is one you'd be proud to own. Pay attention to small things: Do they return calls promptly? This may indicate how easy or difficult it will be to communicate if a problem arises.
3. Look at Association Memberships - Belonging to groups such as the National Sunroom Association or Better Business Bureau says a lot about whether the sunroom company or contractor you choose cares about its customers or is "fly by night." The National Sunroom Association (NSA) is a good resource for sunroom companies that have lots of experience as well as those still perfecting their craft. The NSA's mission is to help all sunroom companies reach and maintain the industry's highest standards.
4. Get a Written Contract - You can shake hands if you want, but that's not going to help much if they don't keep their end up. Make sure the contract spells out when, where, what, how much and by whom. Sunroom companies and contractors may subcontract specialized tasks such as electrical, plumbing or concrete work and you need to know beforehand what is included in your quote and who is responsible.
5. Sunroom Choice - Does the sunroom company or contractor offer the sunroom you really want? Can they build an insulated sunroom you can use year-round… a solarium…or an English-style conservatory. Your sunroom is going to be a permanent part of your home so find out if they can provide the sunroom you want that doesn't look like an afterthought. Whether it's a traditional three-season room or an elaborate conservatory with a glass ceiling, make sure they show you photos of actual jobs that demonstrate they can provide the sunroom of your dreams.
6. Custom Design and Build Capability - Select a sunroom company that can design and manufacture your sunroom to blend with your home. To meet required dimensions, many sunroom companies and contractors use standard sized-doors, windows and opaque filler materials and knee-walls that obstruct an occupants' view of the outdoors and detracts from a home. Look for a company that can provide floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall glass for a high-quality custom sunroom look. The point of a sunroom is to provide you an outdoor experience but still maintain indoor comfort. This experience is obviously diminished if you can't see the outdoors.
7. Engineering Support - If you're thinking of a sunroom design that is unusual, or if the existing layout of your home makes adding a sunroom tricky, the company should have an engineer on its staff that understands sunroom technology. A professional engineer can create a design to submit to the local authority that will be certified to meet required codes.
8. Installation time - The last thing you need are workers tracking through your home for weeks on end. Get a realistic estimate on the time it will take and how soon your new sunroom will be ready to move into. Most established sunroom companies and sunroom contractors can construct a customized sunroom for you in two to five days depending on the size and complexity of the room after permitting and foundation preparations are complete.
9. ENERGY STAR® Windows and Doors - With energy prices at record highs, this is one option you can't afford to pass on if you plan to use your sunroom year-round. Find a sunroom company or contractor that offers insulated windows and doors, roof panels and flooring that are ENERGY STAR® rated for better comfort and lower energy costs. The extra investment should pay for itself after a few seasons of use.
10. Warranty - Since your sunroom will be comprised mostly of glass, pay particular attention to how glass damage is covered, especially if you have insulated glass with an inert gas barrier. If the gas escapes, the insulation is no longer effective. Ultimately, warranties are a good thing, but if the sunroom company or sunroom contractor you select is not solid and goes out of business, the warranty is worthless. For best results, refer back to 1, 2 and 3.
Patio Enclosures, Inc. is the largest manufacturer and installer of sunrooms in North America and is one of the founding members of the National Sunroom Association. For more than 40 years, Patio Enclosures, Inc. has been at the forefront of technology developments in the sunroom industry and is the only sunroom company today offering ENERGY STAR® rated roof panels, doors and windows and floor panels to provide ultimate comfort and energy efficiency. For more information about Patio Enclosures visit its website or call 1-800-480-1966.
Patio Enclosures, Inc. has been recognized for several years by Qualified Remodeler Magazine as the Top Performing Sunroom Company in North America. Patio Enclosures, Inc. operates 29 branch locations, 12 franchises and ten dealers across the United States and Canada and has more than 750 employee-owners. The company also operates a casual living furniture store in Macedonia, Ohio and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Links:
patioenc.com/
patioenc.com/Products/Sunrooms.aspx
nationalsunroom.org/
patioenc.com/energystar.aspx
patioenc.com/Products/FurnitureSuperstores.aspx
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Blue Earth Solutions Announces Two New Foam Recycling Contracts
LAS VEGAS (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) July 30, 2008 -- Blue Earth Solutions, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: BESN) Receives contracts from Kenco Logistics Services www.kencogroup.com and UST Logistical Systems www.ustlogisticalsystems.com. Both companies provide logistic services for many industry-leading, Fortune 500 companies.
James Cohen Jr., Vice President of Sales, was quoted, “With these two additional contracts, Blue Earth Solutions is following the path of our mission statement to truly offer an environmentally friendly process to reduce the amount of foam in landfills and other potentially hazardous locations.”
About Blue Earth Solutions, Inc:
Blue Earth Solutions offers a true environmentally friendly process that reduces EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) from landfills and other potentially hazardous sites and returns it to its original form making it possible to manufacture new polystyrene (plastic) products. Blue Earth is a solution to the EPS waste problem as we are able to recycle it with our proprietary biodegradable solution and recreate polystyrene pellets that we expect to sell for less than new polystyrene pellets. With the significant increase in crude oil prices, plastic continues to increase in cost. Our Styro-Solve(TM) process can reduce the planets consumption of oil, a major part of polystyrene manufacturing, which further increases the value of our process. The majority of polystyrene products are currently not recycled because of a lack of suitable recycling facilities. Furthermore, when it is "recycled," it is not a closed loop — polystyrene cups and other packaging materials are usually recycled into fillers in other plastics, or other items that cannot themselves be recycled and are thrown away. The mission of Blue Earth Solutions is the reversal of this norm which we are implementing a closed loop process to make our planet truly blue.
Safe Harbor Statement:
Except for historical information, the matters set forth herein, which are forward-looking statements, involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, perceived or actual benefits from Blue Earth Solutions planned operations, the market acceptance and level of sales derived from its operations.
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Howdy, Partner…Klinger Manages, Becomes Partner in DirectBuy of Buffalo
After working as a General Manager for DirectBuy of Buffalo, Mark Klinger becomes partner.
Cheektowaga, New York (PRWEB) July 30, 2008 -- As a former CPA for one of Buffalo's larger public accounting firms, Mark Klinger advised his clients based on the numbers. After serving as DirectBuy of Buffalo's general manager for the last several months, he followed a little of his own advice, as well as his heart, and officially became a partner of DirectBuy of Buffalo.
Klinger's relationship with DirectBuy, the leading members-only showroom and home design center, began several years ago when the Buffalo showroom was one of his accounts. Working closely with Owner Brian Cohen, he saw not only a business opportunity but also the tremendous savings DirectBuy gives its members on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products and accessories by enabling them to buy wholesale, directly from the manufacturer.
"Becoming a partner was in the back of mind when I accepted the general manager's position. Then after going through the training at corporate and becoming intimate with the inner workings of our showroom, it really was a no-brainer. I wanted in," said Klinger. "I'm extremely excited about this opportunity to continue working with Brian and to bring the dream-making savings DirectBuy offers to even more people in the greater Buffalo area."
A graduate of Alfred University, Klinger holds a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting. He resides in Cheektowaga with his wife Sabrina and son Brayden.
"From working with Mark first as our accountant and then as our general manager, it was very easy to see that he has all the skills needed to be very successful in this business. There are many incredible things going on at DirectBuy of Buffalo and it's quite comforting to know that I've got someone of Mark's caliber as a partner to help steer the ship," said Brian Cohen, owner of DirectBuy of Buffalo.
Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped consumers enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, and accessories, by providing an avenue to purchase directly from the manufacturer. Conveniently located at 4950 Genesee Street in Cheektowaga, New York, DirectBuy offers members a comfortable, country-club setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.
About DirectBuy
Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 700 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members' hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater Buffalo area since 2005. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members' dream projects a reality. It's a comfortable, country-club setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. DirectBuy of Buffalo is one of 150 DirectBuy showrooms throughout North America.
Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor's Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 716-684-1400, or visiting www.DirectBuy-Buffalo.com
To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.directbuycares.com
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Granite Loan Management to Affiliate With Homebuilding Power Analyst, Ivy Zelman
Granite Loan Management (GLM) is pleased to announce that they are collaborating with Ivy Zelman, CEO of Zelman and Associates with the creation of "Zelman's Corner" to be featured both on GLM's website at www.graniteloan.com and in their quarterly news publication, the Construction Lending News.
Denver, CO (PRWEB) July 30, 2008 -- Granite Loan Management (GLM) is pleased to announce that they are collaborating with Ivy Zelman, CEO of Zelman and Associates with the creation of "Zelman's Corner" to be featured both on GLM's website at www.graniteloan.com and in their quarterly news publication, the Construction Lending News (CLN). In addition, Zelman will be hosting a quarterly conference call focusing on industry trends and hot topics.
Ivy Zelman has more than 15 years of experience covering the homebuilding, building products, furniture and manufactured housing industries at various points in her career. Prior to the founding of Zelman & Associates, a housing research boutique, Ivy worked at Credit Suisse Group from 1998-2007, the last 7 years as a Managing Director. She has established herself as the leading industry source for homebuilding related equity research and is widely recognized as one of the most preeminent figures in the entire industry.
Look for more from Ivy Zelman each quarter in "Zelman's Corner" featured on GLM's website at www.graniteloan.com and in their CLN quarterly newsletter. Contact GLM via email to CLN(at)graniteloan.com to be added to the CLN mailing list.
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DIY Log Lean-To Kits Available at Cedar Knoll Log Homes
Cedar Knoll Log Homes, a leading designer and manufacturer of high quality Adirondack log homes, log cabins, log garages and log siding, announces it has created a new do-it-yourself (DIY) log lean-to kit.
Plattsburgh, NY (PRWEB) July 30, 2008 -- Cedar Knoll Log Homes, a leading designer and manufacturer of high quality Adirondack log homes, log cabins, log garages and log siding, announces it has created a new do-it-yourself (DIY) log lean-to kit. The log lean-to kits are available for purchase at the company's Plattsburgh, NY main office and can be shipped virtually anywhere in the world. The standard log lean-to kit contains all the materials needed to construct an eight foot by twelve foot lean-to. The lean-to uses six inch pre-cut Swedish Cope logs and can be built in one day.
Ron Marx, President of Cedar Knoll Log Homes said, "We added this DIY log lean-to to our very popular log camp series. We designed this lean-to especially for the avid outdoors person who can take the kit just about anywhere you can get a pick-up truck and within a day or two, have a permanent shelter. Every piece is pre-cut to fit and the only tools needed to build one are a hammer and a battery-powered drill gun. These log lean-to kits are so easy to build; even the not-so-handy do-it-yourselfer can successfully complete the project in a weekend."
Cedar Knoll Log Homes Swedish Cope log lean-to kits come complete with all the materials needed to construct an 8' by 12' lean-to including: custom designed 2" rot-resistant (pressure-treated) foundation; 2" kiln dried decking, pre-cut 6" Swedish Cope logs; roofing timbers; roof sheathing; shingles; sealant tape; fastener bolts and nails. Custom design options and accessories are available to meet individual requirements. For additional information, contact Cedar Knoll Log Homes at 800-644-3564 to speak to a log lean-to specialist.
"Whether you want to use the lean-to as a hunting or fishing base camp or simply as a retreat out on the back forty, its rugged Swedish Cope log construction will provide protection from the elements in a structure that highlights the rustic charm that can only be found in log buildings. For many people who have always dreamed about living in a log home or log cabin, this new log lean-to is a perfect chance to experience firsthand why hundreds of thousands of people are so passionate about log home living. With an introductory price point under $7000, there is no time like the present to take advantage of this limited-time special offer," Marx concluded.
Cedar Knoll Log Homes is a family-owned business that has been designing and manufacturing custom and kit log homes and log cabins since 1979. Cedar Knoll Log Homes headquarters, 20,000 square foot state-of-the-art milling facility, and a 1680 square foot beautifully appointed log home model, are situated between the Adirondack Mountains and the shores of Lake Champlain in Plattsburgh, NY. Cedar Knoll Log Homes uses only the finest Adirondack cedar and pine available and dries logs at the company's onsite kiln. Prospective log home/log cabin buyers, builders, contractors, wholesalers or dealers are encouraged to call 800-644-3564 for additional information, or visit www.loghomeslogcabins.com.
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Auto Industry Addressing Vehicle Emissions… Who is Addressing Household Footprint?
The residential sector accounts for 21-22% of both energy consumption and CO2 emissions yet, there are few, if any, tools for consumers to utilize to reduce consumption and improve efficiency and conservation; CFLs and Energy Star rated products are a good start. Widefield Technology, Inc. addresses the need for a solution that "greens" the entire home with the recent release of it's EOS Energy Optimization System
Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) July 30, 2008 -- Widefield Technology, Inc. addresses the need for a solution that "greens" the entire home with the release of its EOS Energy Optimization System this month. It is common knowledge that vehicle emissions are a major contributor to greenhouse gases, in fact, "(i)n the US, about 20% of all greenhouse emissions come from cars..."1 In response, car manufacturers are producing and consumers are buying a wide range of alternative vehicles, including hybrids, to reduce the negative effects of traditional cars. These hybrids provide the driver with the information and tools to choose whether the car operates on fuel and/or electricity for maximum efficiency, convenience, and conservation...a revolutionary concept! But how are we responding to residential greenhouse emissions?
"...[The residential sector accounts for 21-22% of both energy consumption and CO2 emissions,"2 yet, there are few, if any, tools for consumers to utilize to reduce consumption and improve efficiency and conservation; CFLs and Energy Star rated products are a good start. Widefield Technology, Inc. is addressing this need with the release of its EOS Energy Optimization System at the recent Home Energy Display and Community Action Conference in Chicago, IL. This ground-breaking in-home energy conservation system sparked curiosity and excitement throughout the market; at the show in Chicago, Kyle MacLaury a Research Analyst for the Minnesota Center for Energy and Environment described the capability as, "...something out of the Jetsons."
EOS provides consumers with the necessary information data and tools, similar to a hybrid's dashboard, to make educated decisions regarding their energy consumption and efficiency. Traditional in-home displays have always provided basic energy consumption information, similar to your traditional vehicle's odometer, of how the home is operating as a whole. EOS is a "greening" system...comprised of the EOS Energy Assistant, a self-installed, hand-held, wireless, home energy monitor, and a suite of optional "smart" fixtures that encourages consumers to take control of their electric spending and environmental impact by displaying their energy usage and the impact of that usage on the environment. The EOS provides tools to breakdown home energy usage into more manageable segments; including features that allow the consumer to monitor and control individual appliances and lighting using "smart" switches, dimmers, and outlets. Perhaps the most innovative component of this system is EEK, the Efficiency Evaluation Keeper designed by Widefield Tech's collaborative partner CityGrow Technology, Inc., which collects data from the "smart" fixtures to quantify the consumer's current usage, make recommendations to improve energy efficiency, and, most importantly, execute those recommendations with the push of a button.
Make your friends "green" with eco-envy and visit www.eos4me.com to learn more and order your Energy Optimization System today!
Sources:
1. Gordon, Jacob, "What's the Big Deal". http://planetgreem.discovery.com/green-guides/green-cards/index.html
2. Emrath, Paul PhD, Fei Liu, Helen PhD, "Residential Greenhouse Emissions". 2007, April 30. http://www.nahb.org/generic.aspx?genericContentID=75563
About Widefield Technology, Inc.
Headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ is a privately held business that provides intelligent answers to complex issues in conservation, pre-payment and self-service arenas. The company's mission is to deliver cost-effective, integrated resource management solutions that provide the necessary tools to reduce energy consumption, protect our environment, and educate consumers in their stewardship of our world.
About CityGrow Technology Co. Ltd.
Headquartered in Hong Kong is a global technology provider in the AMI and Home Automation Network industries, providing design, engineering and global manufacturing capability. CityGrow specializes in the development of high technology products with a specific focus on wireless technology.
Contacts:
Amanda Davis -- Communications Specialist -- Widefield Technology, Inc.
Tel: 480-993-2204 Web: www.eos4me.com
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APWagner.com Moves Mid-Atlantic Shipping Hub to Larger Location in Camp Hill, PA
The new location allows for expanded inventory and services.
Buffalo, NY (Vocus/PRWEB ) July 30, 2008 -- AP Wagner, the largest appliance parts distributor in the Northeast, has relocated its Mid-Atlantic Shipping Hub, from Harrisburg, PA to Camp Hill, PA.
The new location:
AP Wagner
431 Railroad Ave.
Suite A
Camp Hill, PA 17011
The move has become necessary due to the increasing success of www.apwagner.com. The larger facility will also help to accommodate the continued strong growth that AP Wagner anticipates in the coming year.
AP Wagner President Mike Mangan said "We have worked to logistically place our main warehouses in locations that serve our customers throughout the United States and Canada. The new shipping hub, which has been expanded to 83,000 square feet, will allow us to better service our customers with a larger inventory and faster shipping times."
AP Wagner and APWagner.com service a growing network of do-it-yourselfers, appliance dealers and service technicians.
APWagner.com offers Appliance Repair Help for air conditioners, dishwashers, garbage disposals, refrigerators, ranges, washers, dryers, freezers, microwaves, humidifiers, trash compactors, dehumidifiers, hot water dispensers, ice makers and range hoods. APWagner.com also carries refrigerator water filters for all types of refrigerators.
AP Wagner has a staff of Appliance Parts Professionals available via online chat or through the customer care center if additional help is needed. The customer care center for APWagner.com can be reached at 888.279.2463.
APWagner.com is a Consumer Reports® recommended site as well as a dedicated leader in the distribution of appliance parts and accessories with 80 years experience. They service appliance dealers, service technicians and do-it-yourselfers. AP Wagner's main headquarters are located at 2205 George Urban Boulevard in Depew, New York.
For More Information:
Christine Smith
716-961-7142
csmith @ apwagner.com
AP Wagner.com
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Penn Fencing Offers Tips on Poolside Safety
In light of recent poolside deaths reported in the press Chad Galbreath, President of Penn Fencing, Inc, would like to present tips on how to better secure a recreational area with fencing.
(PRWEB) July 29, 2008 -- In light of recent reports on poolside deaths, Chad Galbreath, President of Penn Fencing, Inc, would like to present tips on how to better secure a recreational area with fencing. According to Galbreath, "There are many styles of fencing to choose from, but not all styles are approved for pool fencing. Some styles are too easy to climb over or have improper gaps that present a way for curious kids to get into the pool area unsupervised."
The dangers of drowning are very real. World Fence News reported in May of 2008 that 250-300 children ages 1-5 drown in US pools annually. Proper pool fencing is an important component in preventing drowning. The National Drowning Prevention Alliance (NDPA) cites passive barriers or swimming pool fence as the most important safety layer for pools.
Dr. Jonathan Midgett, Engineering Psychologist from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission in an interview in May 2008, discussed how unprotected pools, such as pools with a three-sided fence where the home forms the fourth side of the barrier system allows children to gain access to the water. Sometimes pool protection systems have aged or been neglected: frost heaving opens a gap in gate, wooden fences rot. Dr. Midgett also stated "The more obstacles between your child and the pool, the better! Fences need to isolate the pool from the house, have well-maintained self-closing, self-latching gates and back-up layers of protection, like sensors and alarms."
Local pool fence safety codes will vary. Many local governments adopt uniform codes such as ICC International Code Council formerly (Building Officials and Code Administrators International (BOCA)). The codes are sometimes extensive and difficult to understand or even find. Chad Galbreath recommends contacting an American Fence Association (AFA) certified fence contractor like Penn Fencing because they are qualified to help choose the appropriate pool fence to meet pool safety code, resist weather damage and match the home's architecture. He also offers this easy to understand summary of the more common safety standards for swimming pool fencing:
1. According to the ICC, swimming pool fence must be at least 48 inches high; however, some local municipalities require pool fencing heights of 60 inches.
2. Maximum space under the pool fence can only be 4 inches measured from the outside of the fence.
3. Any opening in the pool fence cannot allow more than a 4 inches diameter sphere.
4. Pool gates should open away from the pool and should be self closing and self latching.
5. Pool latches should be 54 inches high. This can be accomplished using pool safety latches which are designed with the opening mechanism up away from small children and are key lockable.
6. The code points out that the house is often incorporated as part of the pool barrier and therefore doors opening to the pool area should be locked and alarmed. The AFA recommends a fence between the home and the pool, especially for homeowners with young children.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) also recommends underwater pool alarms and that all pool owners should be trained in CPR. Most importantly, never leave your child unattended at the pool. With the right safety precautions, you can enjoy a more relaxing summer by the pool.
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TOTO's Washlet Product Line Named "Must Have" by Whoopi Goldberg on ABC's The View
Luxury bath products manufacturer gifts studio audience with top-of-the-line Washlet S300
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) July 29, 2008 -- Leading luxury bath products manufacturer, TOTO USA Inc., is pleased to announce that Whoopi Goldberg has selected the TOTO Washlet as one of her "must have" items. In a segment that aired on ABC's The View on May 23, 2008, Goldberg promoted the Washlet product line - S400, S300, E200, and C100, telling television viewers and the studio audience that they should all immediately install these unique personal cleansing systems in their own homes. To facilitate this, TOTO gave every member of the studio audience a gift certificate for one of its top-of-the-line Washlet S300s.
"We are thrilled that Ms. Goldberg selected one of our luxury bath products for this honor," said Shannon Peterson, Interactive Communications Manager of TOTO USA. "The View has an extensive viewership of people from all backgrounds, and we are delighted that they have learned from Whoopi how they, too, may become clean and happy -- by using the Washlet regularly."
TOTO's Washlet, one of its newest high-quality bath fixtures, is a personal hygiene system inspired by water. This high tech toilet seat features numerous comfort and cleanliness features -- gentle front and back aerated warm water spray, which can be regulated for preferred water pressure and temperature, heated seat, automatic air deodorizer, and warm air dryer all of which are governed by TOTO's revolutionary energy-saving mode. Technophiles will enjoy the battery-powered remote control keypad that operates the easy-view LCD read-out, which can be hand-held or wall mounted. Models include the premier sensor-operated Washlet S400 (paired with select TOTO toilets), the top of the line Washlet S300, the mid-level Washlet E200, and the introductory level C100. Washlets S300, E200, and C100 fit virtually any existing toilet. Available in Cotton White, Colonial White, and Sedona Beige, prices range from to $727 to $2,174. For more information on TOTO USA's line of innovative bath fixtures or luxury bath products, consumers may visit www.totousa.com or www.cleanishappy.com.
About TOTO USA:
TOTO, the world's largest plumbing products manufacturer, has been providing innovative bath products to consumers for over 90 years. Headquartered in Morrow, Georgia, TOTO USA's collection of luxury, high-performance bath products includes high-efficiency toilets, fashion forward lavatories and faucets, and other high-design bath fixtures, fittings, and accessories. Long before government regulations, TOTO USA has been researching, testing, and implementing earth-friendly ideas to integrate in its products and is always looking for innovations to its luxury, high-performance bath products. For more information about TOTO USA Inc., visit www.totousa.com.
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Millenia Wall Solutions Achieves GreenSpec Designation
Earth-Friendly Millenia® Retaining Wall Units Are Now Included in the Top 10 Percent of Environmentally Preferable Products for Green Building
Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) July 29, 2008 -- Millenia Wall Solutions, developer of the revolutionary Millenia® Retaining Wall System, announced that its lightweight, eco-friendly retaining wall units have been selected for listing in the GreenSpec Directory. Building industry professionals rely on GreenSpec as the most accurate, unbiased and trustworthy source of authoritative information on products that are truly green. GreenSpec undertakes rigorous analysis of all products submitted for review and endeavors to include only the top 5-10 percent of the most environmentally positive alternatives among all green products.
"So many companies make green claims about their products these days. An independent source of dependable information is vitally important. GreenSpec is not sponsored by any industry group, does not rely on fees from manufacturers, and accepts no advertising," said Paul Forsberg, president, Millenia Wall Solutions. "As a GreenSpec-listed product, Millenia retaining wall units can be selected with confidence for sustainable development and green building projects."
Millenia uses 100 percent recycled, pre-consumer polymeric resin materials in all its wall products. These materials are inert and do not leach any chemicals into the soil. Because they are lightweight, it takes much less energy to transport Millenia® wall units (versus conventional wall materials) from the factory to distributors and then to project sites.
An independent Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) affirmed that when used instead of concrete blocks, Millenia® polymer wall units provide a 55 percent reduction in total environmental impact, including a 65 percent reduction in associated greenhouse gas emissions, which causes global warming. Based on the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, using Millenia® walls units in construction applications can earn up to eight LEED credit points in at least two categories.
Millenia Wall Solutions and its innovative retaining wall system will be featured in a special segment on the Blueprint for Green show on KARE-11 TV, the NBC affiliate in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minn. Hosted by Randy Meier, Blueprint for Green is an exciting and informative television program focused on sustainable design and green construction materials and methods. The episode with the Millenia® segment will air on Saturday, August 2, 2008 at 12:00 noon (central time).
About Building Green, LLC and GreenSpec*:
Building Green, LLC (www.buildinggreen.com/about) publishes the GreenSpec directory of green products. Based in Brattleboro, Vt., Building Green, LLC is an independent publishing company committed to providing accurate, unbiased and timely information on green design and construction. Building Green, LLC offers both print and electronic resources, including Environmental Building News, to help building industry professionals design and construct projects from a whole-systems perspective that takes an integrated design approach in order to minimize ecological impact and maximize economic performance. The company maintains full control over GreenSpec product selection and product descriptions.
About Millenia Wall Solutions:
Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn., Millenia Wall Solutions (www.milleniawalls.com) is setting the 21st century standard for the construction of segmental retaining walls by advancing the most significant innovation in the industry since the 1980s. Millenia is introducing an inventive, high-tech alternative to conventional building materials. Millenia is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council and GreenSpec-listed. Our retaining walls are eco-friendly and offer incomparable beauty, strength, stability and durability -- achieved with lightweight, recycled polymeric resin materials that landscape contractors can install easily, quickly and with less labor. The Weight is Over™. Ready to Build Intelligently®? Check out the Millenia® Project Video on our Web site. Then give us a call at 1.866.549.WALLS (9255).
Notes to Editors: Millenia maintains an online newsroom for the convenience of the media. The Millenia Project Video on the company's Web site offers a useful introduction to the features and benefits of the Millenia® retaining wall system. Images of walls completed with the Millenia® system are available to members of the media upon request. Paul Forsberg, president of Millenia Wall Solutions, is available for interviews.
*GreenSpec is a trademark of Building Green, LLC.
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Americas Watchdog Expands Its U.S. Investigation of Title Insurance Companies/Home Builders
Americas Watchdog and its National Mortgage Complaint Center are expanding their national investigation of title insurance companies over billing U.S. homeowners. The focus on this investigation will be national or regional U.S. home builders setting up phony title insurance companies and actual title insurance companies charging junk mortgage fees when a consumer gets a mortgage to finance or refinance a home. According to Americas Watchdog, "We think U.S. home builders and title insurance companies gouge most U.S. consumers with junk mortgage fees and we are talking the gloves of on what we see as a multi-billion dollar problem." Homeowners who feel like they were over charged can call the National Mortgage Complaint Center anytime at 866-714-6466 or visit their web site at http://NationalMortgageComplaintCenter.com.
(PRWEB) July 29, 2008 -- Americas Watchdog and its National Mortgage Complaint Center are expanding their investigation into national or regional home builders setting up phony title insurance companies. Americas Watchdog is also expanding its national investigation of title insurance companies gouging U.S. consumers with junk title/closing fees in home mortgages or refinances in 2006 & 2007.
Thus far, Americas Watchdog has determined that many U.S. home builders were setting up phony title insurance companies, that did little more than spin title insurance policies to actual title insurance companies at a greatly reduced price. There was no cost savings benefit to the consumer. The specific focus on these investigations are home owners who purchased a home from a home builder in California, Nevada, Illinois, Arizona, Florida or any other U.S. state in 2006 and 2007.
The group is also looking at title insurance companies in these, or other states, that may have gouged consumers with title insurance fees or fees associated with closing a home loan, or a refinance. Consumers wishing more information, or a free audit of their HUD-1 Settlement Statement, can call Americas Watchdog's National Mortgage Complaint Center at 866-714-6466, or visit their Web site at http://NationalMortgageComplaintCenter.com.
According to Americas Watchdog, "Everyone has heard about predatory mortgage lending, but few have heard about predatory real estate title insurance fees or practices. We are not only suggesting it happened, we can prove it, and we are now expanding the net, so the greedy home builders and greedy title insurance companies get punished severely. We also want to hear from title insurance company insiders, or home builder insiders about the sleazy practices, that cheated millions of Americans, with over inflated title insurance policies, or title fees/closing fees for nothing."
The group asks, "Whats the second biggest real estate list in the world?" According to Americas Watchdog, "Its the tens of millions of U.S. homeowners who were gouged by a title insurance company, a title insurance company acting as an escrow company, or a U.S. home builder acting as both." Americas Watchdog calls the biggest list in the the world, "U.S. homeowners who were cheated by a bank or a U.S. mortgage banker with a no cost mortgage."
*Note: U.S. banks or Mortgage Bankers have no disclosure requirement to explain, or show a homeowner, a huge kickback they get for inflating a homeowners interest rate or monthly mortgage payment (called a Yield Spread Premium). According to Americas Watchdog, "Rep Barney Frank (D) & U.S. Senator Chris Dodd (D) have done zero to require banks to disclose this huge kick back, to millions of unsuspecting U.S. consumers. Its just business as usual in Washington, DC."
According to Americas watchdog, "We are trying our best to clean up the U.S. mortgage business, and the U.S. title insurance business, but with Washington DC, and most state Insurance Commissioners corrupted with campaign donations, the consumer hardly has a chance." Americas Watchdog's home builder/title insurance project is aiming to expose massive consumer abuse for U.S. voters, prior to the U.S. national and state elections.
Again, consumers who used a home builders title insurance company or homeowners who feel like they were cheated, or over charged by a title insurance company should contact Americas Watchdog's National Mortgage Complaint Center at 866-714-6466 or visit their Web site at http://NationalMortgageComplaintCenter.com
Americas Watchdog is all about consumer protection, and corporate responsibility.
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Winters Company Receives Local Torch Award for Excellence from Better Business Bureau
Innovative Training Approach, Employment Practices & Customer Retention Net Accolades for Plumbing & Home Service Company
Cambridge, MA (PRWEB) July 29, 2008 -- Winters Company (http://www.wintersplumbing.com), a premier home services organization in Massachusetts specializing in plumbing, heating and kitchen and bath remodeling, has been honored with the 2008 Local Torch Award for Excellence from the Better Business Bureau in Eastern Massachusetts, Maine, Rhode Island and Vermont. Among other reasons for receiving the award, the company stands out for its high service standards achieved through continuous employee training and, in particular, because it has its own private, state-of-the-art training facility that simulates real life plumbing and heating maintenance challenges. This is the first time that Winters Company has received this particular honor.
The results of this eighth annual award program, which recognized only one company in each of four size categories, were revealed in an announcement by the Better Business Bureau on July 2nd, available online at http://boston.bbb.org. A panel of judges selected Winters Company and three other businesses based on a number of criteria including their high standards of excellence towards customers, employees, suppliers, shareholders, and the communities in which they do business, as well as their reputation of ethical practices in the marketplace, according to the statement by the Better Business Bureau.
"The goal of Winters Company is to become the world's greatest residential plumbing and heating company by exceeding people's expectations and demonstrating unsurpassed professionalism and skill at all times," said Winters Company president and CEO Tim Flynn. "We're working toward that goal by upholding a very rigorous employee training program for both technical ability and customer service skills for our employees. We try to reward their success on a daily basis, and I sincerely thank and congratulate them on achieving this great honor."
Winters Company states that its technical and service training programs, employee development and customer support functions are geared toward building and maintaining strong customer loyalty, resulting in 80% of its business being generated through referrals and repeat customers.
About Winters Company
Winters Company is a premier home services organization based in Cambridge, Massachusetts that specializes in plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), and kitchen and bath remodeling projects and offers 24 hour emergency service to customers in Eastern Massachusetts. With its own private, state-of-the-art training facility that simulates real life plumbing and heating maintenance challenges, Winters Company dispatches highly trained service technicians to customers' homes from facilities in Cambridge and Natick. Under current ownership since 1994, Winters Company was honored with the Angie's List Super Service Award in 2004, 2004, 2006 and 2007 and the Better Business Bureau Local Torch Award for Excellence in 2008. For more information, please call (617) 484-2121 or visit the company online at http://www.wintersplumbing.com.
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Green Building Research Highlights Electrical Efficiency
Green building consultant and author, Jerry Yudelson, studies energy efficiency and green building market opportunities for electrical equipment distributors and manufacturers.
Tucson, AZ (PRWEB) July 29, 2008 -- Jerry Yudelson today announced the beginning of a major new research study, "Energy Efficiency and Green Building Business Opportunities," for the St. Louis, Missouri-based National Association of Electrical Distributors (NAED) Education & Research Foundation. ( http://www.naed.org )
According to Yudelson, "Green building and energy efficiency markets are growing by leaps and bounds, more than 50 percent per year. We're taking a long look at the potential for major new technologies and new business opportunities in the electrical equipment side of the green building industry." Citing industry statistics that show nearly 75 percent of all electricity produced in the U.S. goes into residential and commercial buildings, Yudelson said, "Marketing innovations in this industry are critical to reaching our goals of reducing energy use and greenhouse gas emissions from buildings."
Ed Orlet, research director of the NAED Education & Research Foundation, said, "We know that this study will allow us to help our members find profitable new business opportunities in the rapidly growing green building industry. Yudelson Associates will come up with a broad-based industry analysis and a profile of the most immediate market opportunities for the electrical distributor."
This new study for the National Association of Electrical Distributors involves a web-based survey of nearly 200 NAED members, including distributors and electrical goods manufacturers, as well as 20 targeted individual interviews of key industry participants. "Our goal is to talk to and hear from both the 'mom and pop' small distributor, as well as to larger regional and national chains," said Yudelson Associates' research director Dr. Jaimie Galayda. "We hope to outline not only the market growth and profitable openings for electrical distributors, but also the best practices in responding to them."
About the Green Building Consulting Firm, Yudelson Associates:
Yudelson Associates is a leading national and international green building consulting firm. The founder, Jerry Yudelson, is widely acknowledged as one of the nation's leading experts on green building and green development. He is the author of eight green building books and serves as Research Scholar for Real Estate Sustainability for the International Council of Shopping Centers, a 70,000-member international trade organization. He is a frequent keynote speaker at green building industry and professional conferences. Mr. Yudelson also chairs the green building industry's largest annual show, GreenBuild ( http://www.greenbuildexpo.com ).
For more information on Yudelson Associates and its services for manufacturers, distributors, contractors, architects, engineers and developers, please visit http://www.greenbuildconsult.com
About the National Association of Electrical Distributors:
NAED is the trade association for the $70+ billion electrical distribution industry. Through networking, education, research, and benchmarking, NAED helps electrical distributors increase profitability and improve the channel. NAED's membership operates in approximately 4,400 locations internationally. For more information, go to http://www.naed.org.
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DirectBuy of Buffalo Names Klinger General Manager
Former CPA, Mark Klinger becomes general manager of DirectBuy Buffalo.
Cheektowga, NY (PRWEB) July 29, 2008 -- As a former CPA for one of Buffalo's larger public accounting firms, Mark Klinger focused on helping clients save money on their taxes. In his new role as general manager of DirectBuy of Buffalo, the leading members-only showroom and home design center, he helps consumers save on just about everything else.
DirectBuy of Buffalo offers members the opportunity to enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products and accessories by buying wholesale, directly from the manufacturer. It's a concept and business model that Klinger was able to see in action when DirectBuy of Buffalo was one his accounting clients. It's that concept that played a major part n his decision to take the reins as general manager.
"Being the general manager lets me use all the management, business and marketing skills I used as a CPA for a Top 5 public accounting firm, but in an entirely different and exciting environment - not to mention the owner, Brian Cohen, who brings a lot of energy to everything he does," said Klinger, a native of Lancaster. "Besides being able to enjoy March and April a whole lot more, this job has an addictive quality in that you're helping people save money on making their dreams, or dream houses, come true."
A graduate of Alfred University, Klinger holds a bachelor of science degree in accounting. He resides in Cheektowaga with his wife Sabrina and son Brayden.
"From working with Mark as our accountant, it was very easy to see that he has all the skills needed to be very successful in this business. We're extremely fortunate to have a leader like Mark in place. There are many incredible things going on at DirectBuy of Buffalo and it's quite comforting to know we've got someone of Mark's caliber steering the ship," said Brian Cohen, owner of DirectBuy of Buffalo.
Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped consumers enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, and accessories, by providing an avenue to purchase directly from the manufacturer. Conveniently located at 4950 Genesee Street in Cheektowaga, New York, DirectBuy offers members a comfortable, country-club setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.
For more information on a DirectBuy membership, you can call 716-684-1400 or visit www.directbuy-buffalo.com. Interested contractors can contact Brian Cohen at 716-684-1400 or by e-mail at Bcohen @ directbuyofbuffalo.com
Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 700 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members' hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater Buffalo area since 2005. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members' dream projects a reality. It's a comfortable, country-club setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. DirectBuy of Buffalo is one of 150 DirectBuy showrooms throughout North America.
Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor's Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 716-684-1400, or visiting www.DirectBuy-Buffalo.com
To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.directbuycares.com
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ForSaleByOwner.com Wins FSBO vs. Realtor Debate Held By U.S. News & World Report
Consumers Read Both Sides and Decide that Agents Aren’t Needed to Sell a Home
NEW YORK (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) July 29, 2008 -- ForSaleByOwner.com (http://www.forsalebyowner.com), the nation’s leading “for sale by owner” website, has been declared the winner of a real estate debate hosted by U.S. News & World Report on the topic, “Do You Need an Agent to Sell a Home?” ForSaleByOwner.com debated against a representative of real estate brokers and agents and collected 66 percent of the votes cast by U.S. News & World Report online readers.
“The Internet provides the resources and promotional power consumers need to sell their homes themselves,” said Greg Healy, VP of Operations, who debated against Jay Thompson, a Phoenix real estate broker. “Studies by two of our nation’s most prestigious universities concluded that “for sale by owner” consumers get more money for their home than sellers who used agents. The debate provided us with the opportunity to communicate these important facts.”
“We thank Luke Mullins of U.S. News & World Report for allowing us to represent the ‘for sale by owner’ industry. We also thank Jay Thompson, who did an admirable job representing Realtors and brokers, for participating in the debate. During these difficult economic times, it is more important than ever for consumers to fully understand their choices when selling their home, and we believe the debate successfully highlighted the issues for readers,” added Healy.
ForSaleByOwner.com competed in the “Housing Rumble,” a regular feature on the U.S. News & World Report’s “Home Front” blog that matches up opposing sides of an issue and lets readers decide the winner. Moderated by Associate Editor Luke Mullins, the debate took place July 14-21, with each side getting three turns to make arguments and debate statements raised by the other side. The debate can still be found on the “Home Front” blog.
Luke Mullins said, "The Home Front would like to congratulate Greg Healy and Jay Thompson for passionately and intelligently articulating their positions. Both men demonstrated themselves to be classy and tough competitors. Healy should expect to receive Housing Rumble championship belt in the coming weeks, after it has been smelted and insured. We trust he will accept our invitation to defend his title."
Data from the National Association of Realtors has found that more than 84% of buyers use the Internet to search for a home, up from just 2% in 1997. Additionally, Northwestern and Stanford universities have each conducted studies real estate transaction done by “for sale by owner” sellers and those represented by real estate agents. Each study found that FSBO sellers and agents are equally effective at maximizing the sales price of a home and, once commissions are factored, “for sale by owner” sellers received more money for their home.
About ForSaleByOwner.com
ForSaleByOwner.com is the nation’s leading for sale by owner website. Since 1999, ForSaleByOwner.com has saved home sellers more than one billion dollars by providing premium Internet marketing services, property pricing reports, real estate guidance and information, downloadable legal forms, as well as live customer support, to help customers independently sell their own homes. The company charges a modest fee for its wide range of advertising and real estate resources, priced from $89 to $899. In contrast, a person selling a $300,000 home through a real estate agent would be charged a 6% commission fee and pay approximately $18,000. Prospective homebuyers can browse property database, available at http://www.forsalebyowner.com, at no charge.
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Decorative Window Film Catalog Now Available
Decorative and privacy window films give ordinary windows and glass doors the look of frosted, etched and stained glass. New product catalog features a variety of adhesive-free window wallpaper film designs that decorate without blocking the view, add partial or complete privacy, while also providing additional benefits such as energy savings, UV filtering and diffusing of glare and harsh sunlight.
Cocoa, FL (PRWEB) July 28, 2008 -- A new Decorative and Privacy Window Film Catalog for residential and commercial uses has been released that includes new designs and sizes by Wallpaper For Windows. The catalog features an assortment of adhesive-free, Do-it-Yourself, decorative and privacy window films that create the look of frosted, etched and stained glass, while providing benefits such as energy savings (film insulates glass to keep room cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter), UV filtering (protects furnishings from fading) and diffusing glare and harsh sunlight into pleasant natural light.
Used to decorate glass doors, windows, mirrors and glass furniture, these decorative window films can be used to create complete privacy, add partial privacy, or add a decorative element without blocking the view.
The products that decorate without blocking the view, range from decorative accents like Centerpieces (oval designs that are centered on a glass door or large window), Corners and Borders (an easy way to add a decorative touch to a window or door) to Stained and Etched glass designs that cover the entire door or window but have clear areas in the designs that can easily be seen through.
Partial and complete privacy designs range from etched glass that allows one to see through the clear pattern to Frosted and Stained Glass which provides complete privacy. These designs are commonly used to prevent visitors and neighbors from seeing into the home or business, as a decorative replacement for blinds that were always kept closed and in bathrooms to add privacy to glass shower doors/enclosures and windows. (Film is unaffected by steam and moisture.)
Because adhesive-free films are removable and reusable, they are recommended for renters and homeowners. The catalog is available online at www.wallpaperforwindows.com/ProductCatalog .
For additional information on decorating with decorative window film contact Wallpaper For Windows customer service at 800-320-8439.
About Wallpaper For Windows
Wallpaper For Windows! is manufactured in Cocoa, FL USA by EtchArt, LLC using Made in the USA materials. Since 1996 Wallpaper For Windows has been a pioneer in the decorative adhesive-free window film market (at the time, many people were using contact paper). Wallpaper For Windows was chosen as one of the 5 Best new products by ABC's Good Morning America TV show in 1999. The inventor of Wallpaper For Windows! recently repurchased the company, and since then, the company has released and has in development a number of new product lines and designs.
Contact:
Randy Walker, Public Relations
Decorate With Window Film
800-320-8439/321-504-4060
http://www.decoratewithwindowfilm.com
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Belmont School Opens: Toxic or Not? Los Angeles Officials Tout $Billion Dollar School on Full Disclosure Network® Reality TV News Series
Los Angeles, CA: The Full Disclosure Network® is releasing four episodes covering the Los Angeles Unified School District's Belmont Learning Center to be featured on 47 cable systems starting in August 2008. The Belmont school project was delayed for years due to costly litigation and the presence of toxic methane and hydrogen sulfide gasses and an earthquake fault found on the school site previously known as the Old Los Angeles Oil Field. Experts have estimated cost to complete the school at close to a billion dollars. The school which has been under construction for almost two decades has been renamed a third time and is now called the Edward Roybal High School.
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) July 28, 2008 -- The Full Disclosure Network® has scheduled four episodes covering the Los Angeles Unified School District's (LAUSD) multi-billion dollar school construction program, the most expansive in the nation, on 47 cable television systems starting in August 2008. That program involved the Belmont Learning Center, a school construction project that lasted almost two decades long and the Full Disclosure series reveals that "according to a number of experts interviewed, Belmont is expected to cost almost a billion dollars."
The first two episodes provide background on the some of the problems encountered by the District during the construction of the controversial Belmont school project. The episodes are entitled: Why Demolish Belmont? and ......Can Belmont be Made Safe? The programs feature world renowned specialist in chemical brain damage Kaye Kilburn, MD of the USC Keck School of Medicine and Anthony Patchett, former head of the DA's Belmont Task Force Investigation of LAUSD's Belmont Learning Center.
The programs describe why the completion of Los Angeles Unified School District's Belmont project was delayed for years, namely due to costly litigation, the presence of toxic methane and hydrogen sulfide gasses and an earthquake fault. The school, which has been under construction for almost two decades, has been renamed a third time and is now called the Edward Roybal High School.
The second two episodes focus on the April 2008 ceremonies held at the Belmont campus to celebrate a September 2008 opening of the school. Los Angeles Unified School District officials describe their challenge to complete the school which has been under construction for almost two decades in this kick off celebration of National School Construction week that was held in April 2008. Here is a seven minute video preview at URL: http://www.fulldisclosure.net/Programs/521.php
This Full Disclosure series features LAUSD officials proudly announcing a September 2008 date for opening the campus to students for classes and touting how $20 billion dollars of taxpayer funds have been used by the District for their expansion program.
Hosted by Leslie Dutton the Full Disclosure programs feature the following experts, activists and officials:
David L. Brewer, LAUSD Superintendent of Schools
Monica Garcia, President LAUSD Board of Education
Yolie Flores Aguilar, Member LAUSD Board of Education
Scott Wildman, former Chair, California State Legislative Audit Committee
Kaye Kilburn, MD, Ralph Edgington Chair, Keck USC School of Medicine
Guy Mahula, LAUSD Chief Facilities Executive
Ed Reyes, Los Angeles City Councilman
Scott Braxton, Principal Roybal (Belmont) High School
Scott Folsom, LAUSD Bond Oversight Committee, PTA Official
Caprice Young, former LAUSD Board President
Patricia McPherson, President Grassroots Coalition
Manny Maldana, Community Activist and Candidate for State Assembly
George Buzzetti, Community Activist
A listing of airtimes and cable channels by community can be found on the Full Disclosure Network website at http://www.fulldisclosure.net/Channels/channelsINDEX.htm The entire series is available on DVD and streaming video previews are featured on the Internet Website at URL: http://www.fulldisclosure.net/belmont_learning_center_and_LAUSD.htm
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Capital Remodeling Inc. Fights High Gas Prices and the Housing Crisis with Free Gas
Capital Remodeling Inc., one of the largest window remodelers in the United States, is running a unique direct mail piece in a few select areas that gives homeowners $50.00 in free gas just for getting a free quote.
Washington, D.C. (PRWEB) July 28, 2008 -- Capital Remodeling Inc. has always tried to be innovative when trying to find new ways to reach homeowners in need of updating their homes. "Now the big thing is gas prices," says Ronald Clark, a manager at Capital Remodeling. Homeowners are not going on vacation as much and are cutting back on other luxury items. "Capital realizes that homeowners are busy and their time is important" says Nathan Hall another employee at Capital. "That is why Capital is giving $50 in free gas to homeowners in a few select neighborhoods this month to reward the homeowner for just for getting a free estimate." Capital Remodeling Inc. understands that if they are able to meet an additional prospect and demonstrate the effectiveness of Capital's highly advanced windows in how much the homeowner can save on their current monthly energy bills as well as see an increase in their home's value, Capital Remodeling will often earn themselves another happy customer.
With the housing crisis still in full swing, there is definitely less work out there and many companies at this point are doing whatever they can to drum up even a little business. Now is a great time for homeowners to get the best deal on work done to their home. But "buyer beware" warns another manager, "Many home improvement companies will offer the world, but how strong really are those company's lifetime warranties of the companies that provide the cheapest deal?" It is important for homeowners to know that historically an astounding 90% or more of new home improvement companies go out of business within the first 5 years. This of course is even more scary in today's market. If a homeowner buys new windows from the cheapest new company out there and the window seals fail causing a film to develop on the inside of the double pane windows and the company went out of business, even with a lifetime warranty, the homeowner is often left out in the cold, literally.
Capital Remodeling has a 20 year plus proven track record that gives homeowners an extra feeling of confidence even in today's economy. Capital Remodeling also has a metal-free seal on their windows which is one of the most technologically advanced spacer systems in the world. Most windows nowadays are sold with argon gas, which is a clear harmless gas that is denser than air and is inserted in between the two panes of a double pane window. This argon gas helps a replacement window manufacturer reach a better energy saving value on their windows. What most homeowners don't realize is that most spacer systems in double paned windows will leak this argon gas over time. Capital Remodeling's windows have a revolutionary spacer system has been tested under a German, Canadian and United States test to maintain 98% of their argon gas for over 20 years. This is a huge improvement in the window field.
Capital Remodeling also proudly states that they have thousands of referrals throughout the states they service and actually display some of their customer's feedback on their website
Capital Remodeling Inc. provides free convenient in-home quotes throughout their service area.
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Solar Innovations, Inc. Provides Planning Suggestions for Educational and Institutional Greenhouses
Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial greenhouses; conservatories; sunrooms; and folding, tilting, and sliding glass doors, walls, windows, and screens, provides planning suggestions for educational and institutional greenhouses.
Myerstown, PA (PRWEB) July 28, 2008 -- Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial greenhouses; conservatories; sunrooms; and folding, tilting, and sliding glass doors, walls, windows, and screens, provides planning suggestions for educational and institutional greenhouses.
Project planning is the most important part of any institutional, educational, or research greenhouse application. Customers should know how much space they plan on dedicating to the greenhouse and the intended use of the greenhouse.
After the initial placement questions have been resolved, our greenhouse customers choose what type of environment they would like to create. Environments will vary based on the types of plants being grown in the greenhouse and their specific requirements regarding temperature, moisture, air circulation, and sun exposure, and whether these elements will be manually adjustable and/or automated. Greenhouse temperature can be determined by glazing choice, evaporative coolers, foggers, heaters, ridge and eave vents, and shades. Shades also help limit sunlight exposure to vegetation which requires a shaded growing atmosphere. Sun exposure can also be controlled by the placement of plants and the selection of greenhouse benches. Misting systems, drip systems, humidifiers, and/or foggers are utilized in greenhouses to achieve the desired moisture level.
All of these important greenhouse complements should be considered when requesting the original quote. Knowing the average desired temperature and humidity level, as well as the extremes of both of these environmental factors, allows the estimating and design team to create the most appropriate and complete greenhouse quote possible. Ascertaining required accessories for the greenhouse at the project's inception will prevent possible rework and under-budgeting for the project.
Solar Innovations, Inc. is proud to provide a team planning atmosphere where clients can work directly with their educational, institutional, or research greenhouse estimator, as well as their project manager, to develop the perfect greenhouse environment. Interaction is encouraged between the Solar team and our clients to ensure that all engineering, aesthetic, and environmental conditions are being met. Finally, the Solar Innovations, Inc. manufacturing and project management teams will work with you to ensure each structure has been fabricated and is installed as planned.
Solar Innovations, Inc. prides itself on customer service. Our entire team is available to help you during the planning stages, construction, and after the project has been completed with technical support and service.
Solar Innovations'™ greenhouse enclosures are available in limitless design formations including straight eave, curved eave, double pitch, lean-to, conservatory nose, and hip end structures. The seven standard aluminum frame finishes, as well as Copper and Stainless Steel cladding options are also available for the greenhouse enclosure. "Solar Innovations™ durable greenhouses are constructed from thermally-broken aluminum frames which increase performance and maintain architectural appeal." Greenhouses by Solar Innovations, Inc. have been tested and certified by independent testing agencies, confirming their superior performance in air, water, thermal, and structural aspects.
Contact Solar Innovations™ today at skylight@solarinnovations.com or call 800-618-0669 for information on educational or institutional greenhouse planning and installation.
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Mythic Paint to be Exhibited at Bubble New York
Mythic Paint has announced it will exhibit at Bubble New York this August. The non toxic, zero VOC paint manufacturer is the only company to manufacture a high performance paint that is completely safe for people, pets and the environment.
Hattiesburg, MS (PRWEB) July 28, 2008 -- Mythic Paint, the World's first high-performance, non-toxic paint will exhibit at Bubble New York this August. Bubble - The Kids Trade Show, is a twice-yearly event that runs in New York and London and features over 200 carefully selected vendors, either upcoming or established brands, involved in the children's market. The inclusion of Mythic Paint as the only high performance paint that is totally safe for people, pets and the planet, is an indication of the '360 degree' exhibitors reach of the trade show.
"Mythic Paint is the first non toxic, high-performance paint that is safe for all members of the family," said Rocky Prior, president of Mythic. "For the first time expectant moms can choose a quality paint in any color without the noxious odors that could harm their family".
Unlike other high-performance paints, Mythic Paint contains no toxins or VOCs that can off-gas into the homes environment for up to six years after application. In this way it provides an unlimited choice of colors, durability that outperforms all other paints and is completely safe.
Proven Performance:
In 2007, an industry leading independent consulting and testing laboratory, performed side-by-side comparative tests between Mythic Paint and all other leading paint brands - both its eco-friendly and premium lines. Tests focused on subjective performance including thickness, sheen, sag resistance, flow and leveling and gloss. Mythic Paint proved to be equal if not better than all competitors. Resistance and durability was analyzed through the industry's gold standard in paint performance testing - the 'scrub test'. Mythic Paint substantially outperformed by 1.5 to 8 times the durability of its competitors.
About Mythic Paint:
Mythic Paint, a subsidiary of Southern Diversified Products (SDP) was developed in cooperation with the University of Southern Mississippi. The guaranteed high-performance paint is available in a 1,232-color palette and in all sheens for interior and exterior use. Mythic is available in independent paint stores nationwide. To find a retailer or for additional information, please visit the Mythic website at mythicpaint.com or call the customer service hotline at 1-888-714-9422.
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BuildDirect Offers 30 Day Money Back Guarantee - Including Shipping
New returns policy takes all the uncertainty out of online ordering
Vancouver, BC (PRWEB) July 28, 2008 -- BuildDirect has announced a new customer returns policy that will help change the way customers think about buying online. For all new purchases, customers who have bought by the pallet or the truckload will be able to return products within 30 days, for any reason at all. What makes this return policy unique is that returns will be 100% free of charge. Unlike competitors, BuildDirect has announced they will not charge customers to cover the costs of return shipping and will not charge any re-stocking fees.
"We have built an enormous customer base that is comfortable ordering products online. We believe that with this new and unique policy, we will be able to assure potential new buyers who may not be used to ordering online that they can do business with us without any worries", said Jeff Booth, president and CEO of BuildDirect.
The returns policy is just part of the way BuildDirect gives customers the assurance to deal with an online entity. Customers can also order samples of any of BuildDirect's products before buying, and thanks to another industry first, customers can read unedited product reviews from past buyers on BuildDirect.com.
"It's policies like this that have really set us apart", said Booth. "We know we offer some of the best quality wood flooring, tile, and other building products in the world at a price that can't be beat, and that's why we are able to offer a guarantee that goes far beyond the industry standard."
The new 30 day money back guarantee applies to all products shipped in North America, except custom orders and special orders. For overseas container-load shipments, customers will also be able to cancel their order and receive a full refund, up until they approve the inspection report. Additional information on the Money Back Guarantee can be found at www.builddirect.com.
About BuildDirect
BuildDirect is the world's leading online manufacturer/wholesaler of building materials. Since its start in 1999, the company has established a reputation for offering quality building supplies at the lowest pricing possible. BuildDirect currently operates in 60 countries on six continents. BuildDirect has developed the single most cost effective distribution channel in the building products industry for products such as flooring, roofing, decking, siding and countertops.
BuildDirect is based in Vancouver, Canada with distribution sites all over the United States, and is a member of the Canadian Green Building Council and the US Green Building Council. For more information about BuildDirect please visit the website at http://www.builddirect.com.
BuildDirect: Costs Less. Same Quality. End of Story.
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Mesothelioma Victims Center Is The Most Comprehensive Service In The US
Mesothelioma is a lethal form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. According to Americas Watchdog, "when mesothelioma happened to a close family member, we did not know where to begin & we are the largest private consumer group in the US. So we have created a safety net for US mesothelioma victims, and their families or loved ones. There is nothing even close to the free services we offer mesothelioma victims, or their loved ones in the world". If a mesothelioma victim, especially a US Navy veteran, needs help finding the best law firms, the best treatment options in a specific region, or assistance with VA or Social Security disability they should call the group at 866-714-6466 or visit their web site at Http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
(PRWEB) July 28, 2008 -- When the largest private consumer group in the US discovered that a close family member had developed mesothelioma from asbestos exposure in the US Navy, Americas Watchdog soon discovered there is no safety net for victims. According to Americas watchdog, "we have spent two years identifying the best mesothelioma law firms, how to get mesothelioma victims VA or Social Security disability, where the best treatment centers are, etc. We created the Mesothelioma Victims Center to be the absolute best resource in the world, when it comes to US mesothelioma victims". Mesothelioma victims can call the Mesothelioma Victims Center anytime at 866-714-6466 or visit their web site at Http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
According to Americas Watchdog, "we created the Mesothelioma Victims Center so mesothelioma victims, or their families would not have to go through what we went through. Truth be known, there are only about a dozen mesothelioma law firms in the US, that can produce the best results. We have created a system that allows us to not only find the best possible law firms, to help get the best VA assistance for US Navy veterans, or veterans of the US armed forces, or Social Security disability assistance". The actual President of Americas Watchdog in most, to all cases will be the direct contact point from start to finish. And this service is 100% free for mesothelioma victims or their families.
Americas Watchdog President says, "I was living in New Orleans before, during and after Hurricane Katrina, and I volunteered at a hospital in a downtown New Orleans hospital during, and after the storm. When we found out mesothelioma had touched my family in 2006, it felt like being right back in Katrina. We were on our own, and there was no safety net for the victim, or for our family. So I swore, this would never happen to another US citizen again, as long as I was alive. We know the Internet is loaded with mesothelioma this, or mesothelioma that, but there is nothing like the Mesothelioma Victims Center in the US, for mesothelioma victims or their families/loved ones. And our service is free". Mesothelioma victims or their families can call the Mesothelioma Victims Center anytime, at 866-714-6466.
Americas Watchdog would be very grateful if hospital medical staff, nurses, physicians, labor union officials, veterans groups like the VFW or American Legion would share this information with their patients, their members, or their colleagues, in the hopes that the word can get out, about the best mesothelioma victims resource center in the world. Again this service is free to all mesothelioma victims or their family members, and it is designed to provide the fullest range of services possible, for victims of asbestos exposure.
Mesothelioma victims or the family members/loved ones can call the Mesothelioma Victims Center anytime at 866-714-6466 or visit their web site at http://MesotheliomaVictimsCenter.Com
Americas Watchdog created the Mesothelioma Victims Center to be there for precious souls in a time of need.
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Award-Winning Documentarian Jim Thebaut to Judge 2008 Intelligent Use of Water Film Competition
Veteran Writer, Producer And Director To Help Choose The Winner Of Rain Bird's 2008 Amateur Film Competition Following A Special Screening Of His Latest Documentary, The American Southwest: Are We Running Dry? Now Accepting Submissions at IUOWFILM.com
AZUSA, Calif. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) July 28, 2008 -- Rain Bird, the leading manufacturer and provider of irrigation products and services, announced today the addition of documentarian Jim Thebaut to the panel of judges for the 2008 Intelligent Use of Water Film Competition (www.iuowfilm.com). The critically acclaimed writer, director and producer will join current judges Gary McVey, executive director of the American Cinema Foundation, and Amanda Pope, associate professor at the University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts, in reviewing filmmaker submissions and choosing a winner at the competition’s final screening event at the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden on October 11, 2008.
Prior to the screening of the finalist films, the evening’s guests will be treated to a special showing of The American Southwest: Are We Running Dry?, Thebaut’s definitive look at how the water crisis is affecting the American Southwest and its escalating economic toll. Supported by grants from the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, the Southern Nevada Water Authority and other public and private entities, the film is narrated and hosted by Emmy® Award-winning actress Jane Seymour and will premiere this fall on PBS stations nationwide. The screening will be followed by a question and answer session with the film’s creator.
The film follows on the heels of Thebaut’s groundbreaking and critically acclaimed 2005 documentary, Running Dry, about the global water humanitarian crisis, and is the latest in an array of prominent socially significant productions by Thebaut that includes The Dirty Little Secret, a documentary on the sexual abuse of female children, and the highly rated and acclaimed Cable Ace Award nominated 1992 America Undercover documentary for HBO, "The Iceman Tapes - Conversations with a Killer."
Now open for submissions, The 2008 Intelligent Use of Water Film Competition is accepting all narrative, documentary, animated, experimental and/or student-made short films (1-10 minutes in actual or excerpted run time) that explore methods and ideas to responsibly manage and utilize earth’s most precious resource.
Filmmakers who submit their short films via the competition website www.iuowfilm.com on or before September 1, 2008 will have their films reviewed by the competition’s judging panel. The finalists will be invited to a special screening event at the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden on October 11, 2008 in which Shalini Kantayya, director of the 2007 Audience Choice Award Winner, “A Drop of Life,” will serve as the evening’s master of ceremonies.
Following the screening of the finalists’ films, winners will be announced and awarded cash prizes of $6,000 for the Jury Award and $3,000 for the Audience Choice Award.
Visit www.iuowfilm.com for more information on the film competition and entry requirements.
In addition to The Intelligent Use of Water Film Competition, Rain Bird devotes significant resources to its Intelligent Use of Water public education initiatives, which include The Intelligent Use of Water Award; bi-annual Intelligent Use of Water Summits; a series of white papers; public service announcements; membership on the Alliance for Water Efficiency and the steering committee advising the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on its WaterSense product labeling program; partnerships with non-profit organizations; development and support of elementary and middle school curriculums; and participation in the Tournament of Roses Parade®, an annual worldwide stage to communicate the need for water conservation.
ABOUT RAIN BIRD CORPORATION
Based in Azusa, Calif., Rain Bird Corporation is the leading manufacturer and provider of irrigation products and services. Since its beginnings in 1933, Rain Bird has offered the industry’s broadest range of irrigation products for farms, golf courses, sports arenas, commercial developments and homes in more than 130 countries around the world. Rain Bird has been awarded more than 130 patents, including the first in 1935 for the impact sprinkler. Rain Bird and The Intelligent Use of Water™ is about using water wisely. Its commitment extends beyond products to education, training and services for the industry and the community. Rain Bird maintains state-of-the-art manufacturing assembly facilities in the United States, France, Sweden and Mexico. www.rainbird.com
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Buffington Signature Homes Opens Model Home in Forest Oaks, Cedar Park
One of Austin's most successful builders in the 90's returns with second community opening of 2008
Austin, Texas (PRWEB) July 28, 2008 -- Buffington Signature Homes announces the opening of their new model home in Forest Oaks, one of the most popular new communities in the Austin area. Forest Oaks is located near 1431 and 183A in Cedar Park, offering a beautiful, family-friendly community with convenient access to Austin, Round Rock and the Texas Hill Country.
Buffington Signature Homes is a locally-owned and operated homebuilder in Austin, TX, combining innovative designs and floor plans with skilled craftsmanship and an unprecedented commitment to customer satisfaction. Through exacting construction standards and a collection of truly original, distinctive home designs, Buffington has created a unique space within the competitive Austin market.
The Forest Oaks community is quickly emerging as one of the premier locations for new homes in Cedar Park. Located just 16 miles northwest of Austin, Cedar Park enjoys the convenience of proximity with the luxury of living outside the city but still close to everything a family needs in everyday life. Located at the edge of the Hill Country, Forest Oaks features gently rolling hills filled with live oaks, red oaks and plenty of wildflowers. In the midst of this natural setting, the community offers residents incredible amenities and a great selection of homesites.
"Our new model home at Forest Oaks is the perfect example of what makes a Buffington home so special," says Brenda Wendel, Community Sales Manager at Forest Oaks. "Being able to walk into any of our homes, you can experience the openness and livability of the floor plan, and you can begin to understand what a big difference the small details make in your home."
Many of the details that buyers will notice are what the builder calls "Signature Features" - more than 90 high-end fixtures, finishes and special features that are included in every Buffington home. These include a 3rd car garage, island kitchens with granite countertops and custom cabinets, rounded corners, energy efficient appliances, covered patios and fully sodded yards, all included in the price of the home. Customers can also choose from a collection of Signature Options, optional designs and features to further personalize their homes.
The Forest Oaks model home is a Buffington design called "The McKinley," one of their most popular home designs. Available in four different elevations, this 2-story home features 4 bedrooms and a study, 3.5 to 4 full baths, two dining areas and a large family room. Upstairs, a game room overlooks the family room below, offering more space for entertaining or connecting with family. Signature Options in this model include an extended covered patio, upgraded kitchen design and corner tub with whirlpool in the Master Bath.
Buffington Signature Homes has plans to build a total of 41 homes in Forest Oaks, with a variety of homesite locations and sizes to meet any family's needs. And before the first model was completed, the builder was already 30% ahead of schedule in sales. The homesites are a minimum of 80 feet wide, and include cul-de-sac, corner and greenbelt lots. The community boasts a great HOA, which includes two neighborhood pools, a large community center, and a neighborhood park with an entertainment pavilion. The park also offers multiple picnic spots and some of the best greenbelts in the area, with a two-and-a-half mile hike & bike trail. With highly rated Leander schools (LISD) and a low 2.44% tax rate, Forest Oaks is quickly becoming one of the Austin area's premier communities.
"Forest Oaks is one of the best selling communities in the region, and we're already well ahead of schedule here," explains Whittenberger. "We sold a number of new homes here before we ever opened the model, so we're looking forward to even more success now that people can come in and experience the difference of owning a Buffington Signature Home."
The Forest Oaks Model Home is located at:
1200 Shiloh St.
Cedar Park, TX 78613
Contact: Brenda Wendel, Community Sales Manager
512-848-2961
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday & Saturday, 10am to 7pm
Friday & Sunday, 11am to 7pm
Buffington currently offers homes in three other highly sought-after communities in the Austin area: Silver Leaf, located just off Gattis School Road in Round Rock and two premier South Austin communities, The Bridges at Bear Creek and Southpark Meadows.
About Buffington Signature Homes
Buffington Signature Homes is dedicated to building homes that will last a lifetime. A locally owned company with a wealth of experience, Buffington Signature Homes combines innovative floor plans, skilled craftsmanship and an exceptional buying experience to deliver homes with value that each and every customer is proud to live in. Proudly building fine communities and new homes in South Austin, Round Rock and Cedar Park. Home prices vary per community, from the $210's to the mid $300's, ranging in size from 2000 to 3700 sq ft with new plans in development exceeding 4000 sq ft.
www.mybuffington.com
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Milwaukee IMAX® Makes Move To MediaMerge
MediaMerge has added another satisfied IMAX® theater client to its Service Partnership Program (SPP). After hearing several recommendations that confirmed why MediaMerge is the largest third-party IMAX servicing agent in the world, the choice was a logical one for administration at the Humphrey IMAX Dome Theater in the Milwaukee Public Museum.
Birmingham, AL (PRWEB) July 28, 2008 -- MediaMerge (http://www.mediamerge.com) has added another satisfied IMAX® theater client to its Service Partnership Program (SPP). After hearing several recommendations that confirmed why MediaMerge is the largest third-party IMAX servicing agent in the world, the choice was a logical one for administration at the Humphrey IMAX Dome Theater in the Milwaukee Public Museum.
"Cost savings was the biggest factor," recalls Bob Bonadurer, Director of Planetarium and IMAX at the Milwaukee Public Museum, which signed a five-year contract with MediaMerge last month. "After checking around and talking to other theaters who'd switched to MediaMerge, it was obvious that they were doing pretty well, so we decided to step in line. We definitely heard good things."
"Taking care of customers isn't just another catchphrase at MediaMerge, it's what we do," comments Doug Jackson, VP Technical Services at MediaMerge. "Our technicians have the training and experience required to keep these theaters going strong. The first time we do a site visit, our clients are pleased to see that the reduction of costs doesn't lead to a compromise in the quality of service they receive. In fact, many of our clients have reported that our techs resolved issues that existed prior to partnering with MediaMerge. We're thrilled to have the Humphrey IMAX Dome Theater on our roster, and we look forward to being their service partner."
The Humphrey IMAX Dome Theater became acquainted with MediaMerge's jet-setting staff of technicians fairly swiftly. Four days into their contract, the need arose for an emergency service visit. Hardly any screen time was lost before the 260-seat theater was up and running again. "They've been very helpful," Bonadurer enthuses.
The only IMAX theater in the Milwaukee metro area, the Humphrey is a real draw for visitors, and consequently, service and maintenance are of the highest priority. The venue recently installed new seating, and last January the facility implemented a new lighting system. Before that, a digital planetarium system was added to the space, taking full advantage of the 74-foot-diameter dome screen.
"The planetarium is a nice complement to the IMAX shows," Bonadurer observes and points out that the theater continues to be a boon to the Milwaukee Public Museum's business. "Our public still appreciates the communal experience of seeing a movie in the theater, especially the large-format films. Even though people have got some huge TVs at home, they don't match the breadth and quality of a big-screen film."
MediaMerge (http://www.mediamerge.com) has already set to work in maintaining that immersive experience for visitors to the Milwaukee Public Museum. "The team at MediaMerge has been very responsive, very efficient, and very proficient," Bonadurer concludes.
About the Daniel M. Soref Planetarium and Humphrey IMAX Dome Theater:
The Daniel M. Soref Planetarium is the largest planetarium in Wisconsin, and one of the most technologically advanced planetariums in the Midwest. It shares space with the Milwaukee Public Museum's six-story, hemispheric IMAX dome, adding full-dome digital video to the theater's projection capabilities. Both systems use state-of-the-art digital surround sound.
About MediaMerge:
MediaMerge, Inc. (www.mediamerge.com) was established in February 2001 to provide design, installation, service and support for sound, video, control, acoustics and theatrical lighting systems. In 2002, the company established an IMAX service division which rapidly grew to become the largest such operation in the world.
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Motorola Lease Keeps Momentum Going at Metropolitan Realty Associates' Sunrise Business Center
Motorola Inc.'s Enterprise Mobility business has signed a lease at the Sunrise Business Center in Great River, NY. The deal for 24,138 square feet continues the leasing momentum at the three-building complex owned by Garden City, NY-based Metropolitan Realty Associates.
Garden City, NY (PRWEB) July 28, 2008 -- The Enterprise Mobility business of Motorola Inc., taking advantage of a host of economic incentives and employee-friendly building amenities offered at Metropolitan Realty Associates' Sunrise Business Center in Great River, Long Island, has leased space in the complex. The lease brings occupancy at the 100 Building and 200 Building of the complex to 92 percent.
The Motorola unit signed a lease for 24,138 square feet at 3500 Sunrise Hwy. The company intends to use the space in the Sunrise Business Center's 200 Building, 8 miles from its Long Island headquarters, for product development. The company is expected to occupy its space during the fourth quarter of 2008.
"This is a national company that has recognized the economic advantages and amenities that we can provide at the Sunrise Business Center," said Joseph A. Farkas, president of Garden City-based Metropolitan. "These benefits make our property distinctive in a highly competitive market."
Tenants in the 388,000-square-foot, three-building office complex benefit from a Town of Islip PILOT program. The program freezes property taxes at $1.62 per square foot until 2012 and then allows for annual increases of 3 percent for 10 years, keeping taxes below $2.20 per square foot. As a result, tenants in the building know their exact tax obligations through 2022. Tenants also benefit from inclusion in a New York State Economic Development Zone, which provides tax credits, sales tax exemptions, wage tax credits and energy discounts.
Along with its economic competitiveness, the Sunrise Business Center provides tenants with such amenities as WiFi throughout the building, a beautiful full-service cafe and a conference center that can accommodate up to 300 people. The building also offers concierge and security services, onsite management, 24/7 access, access to various telecommunications and Internet service providers and abundant parking.
Joshua Glieber, a vice president in the New York office of Jones Lang LaSalle and Meghan Ward, a transaction manager in Jones Lang's Chicago office, represented Motorola in lease negotiations. Ray Ruiz and Maryanne Dugan, respectively senior vice president and associate, in the Woodbury, L.I., office of CB Richard Ellis, leasing agents for the complex represented ownership.
"Motorola's decision to lease at the Sunrise Business Center, along with other recent leases, demonstrate the building's appeal to both national and local companies," said Ruiz.
Since acquiring the complex, formerly the Long Island Business and Technology Center, in 2006, Metropolitan has signed new leases and expansions at Sunrise Business Center totaling more than 130,000 square feet, more than two-thirds of that in 2008. Occupancy was 50 percent at the time of the purchase. Besides Motorola, other prestigious tenants at the property include Aetna Life Insurance Co. Citizen's Banks, AC Atel, Hearst Business Media, Lessings Inc., Metro Door, Netsmart Technologies, T-Mobile, Schoenfeld Securities and Verizon.
Encouraged by the rapid lease up, Metropolitan recently broke ground for a 161,000-square-foot, Class-A office building that will replace a now unused former warehouse building in the complex. Metropolitan also completed a multimillion-dollar interior renovation of the property, including public areas, the River Cafe dining area and internal systems.
About Motorola Inc.
Motorola is known around the world for innovation in communications. The company develops technologies, products and services that make mobile experiences possible. The portfolio includes communications infrastructure, enterprise mobility solutions, digital set-tops, cable modems, mobile devices and Bluetooth accessories. Motorola is committed to delivering next generation communication solutions to people, businesses and governments. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of $36.6 billion in 2007. For more information about the company, visit http://www.motorola.com
Motorola Enterprise Mobility Solutions, which has primary offices are in Schaumburg, Ill., and Holtsville, N.Y., designs, manufactures, sells, installs and services analog and digital two-way radio, voice and data communications products and systems for private networks, wireless broadband systems and end-to-end enterprise mobility solutions to a wide range of enterprise markets, including government and public safety agencies, as well as retail, utility, transportation, manufacturing, healthcare and other commercial customers.
About Metropolitan Realty Associates
Established in 2001, Garden City, NY-based Metropolitan Realty Associates LLC is a national real estate investment and development firm, owning more than 700,000 square feet of office space on Long Island. Metropolitan Realty Associates owns the Business and Research Center at Garden City, in Garden City, NY, the Sunrise Business Center in Great River, NY, and the Jericho Atrium in Jericho, NY. It also owns The Southwest Corporate Center in Houston, TX and has important investments in development projects and other properties across the country. For more information about Metropolitan Realty Associates visit www.metropolitanra.com
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September 03, 2008
More Jobs than Candidates in Fire Protection Engineering
The demand for life-saving fire protection engineers is rising, and now exceeds the supply of qualified personnel. Surveys indicate that this imbalance in demand will continue for at least five more years.
Bethesda, MD (PRWEB) July 27, 2008 -- The demand for life-saving fire protection engineers is rising, and now exceeds the supply of qualified personnel. Surveys indicate that this imbalance in demand will continue for at least five more years.
"Fire protection engineers are in high demand and short supply," said Chris Jelenewicz a fire protection engineer with the Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE). In a recent survey by SFPE of the largest employers of fire protection engineers, an overwhelming majority currently have difficulty recruiting enough qualified engineers. "Those surveyed believe this imbalance in demand will continue at least five years into the future," said Jelenewicz.
These employers cover a wide range of industries, including private consulting firms, large corporations, fire departments, local building code officials, insurance firms, federal, state and local government agencies and architectural and design firms. Frequently, fire protection engineers assist architects, builders and fire departments in the design and construction of new facilities.
Fire is a danger that can affect entire communities. For example, each year in the United States more than 3,000 people die as a result of fire. To combat its destructive force, fire protections engineers use their own skills and the latest technology.
Fire protection engineer Tony Caro studied industrial engineering at New Mexico State University before switching to an education in fire protection engineering. "I realized I wasn't as interested in industrial engineering as I was in the fire service. I also knew that I wanted to do more than just fight fires, while still providing a service to society," he says. "Fire protection engineering was the right fit." Caro now works for the City of Denver's Fire Prevention Bureau and Investigation Division.
Using science and technology, fire protection engineers perform a wide range of roles that make the world safer from fire. Fire protection engineers:
* Evaluate buildings to pinpoint the risks of fires and the means to prevent them;
* Review building design documents for fire departments, fire marshal offices and/or code enforcement agencies to assure compliance with the applicable building and fire regulations;
* Design building systems that: detect fires, control the spread of fires, control the movement of smoke, alert people to danger and provide a safe means for building occupants to exit a building;
* Conduct fire safety research on consumer products and construction materials;
* Investigate fires to discover how they spread, why protective measures failed, and how those measures could have been designed more effectively.
Stacey Welch graduated from the University of Maryland and began working for Marriott International. In her work, she faces many obstacles, but enjoys navigating around them. "The most challenging part is working with all the different parties involved - from the contractors and architects to the owners," she says. "The most exciting part is seeing a project from start to finish. That whole evolution - and what goes into a project - is amazing."
Welch traveled to Hong Kong to survey hotels not even two months after she began to work for the corporation. "That was unbelievable! The whole trip lasted only two weeks, but it was terrific," she says. "Traveling has remained an integral part of my job ever since."
Vidar Landa grew up in Norway, attended Massachusetts' Worcester Polytechnic Institute and currently works in Los Angeles for Schirmer Engineering Corporation. A true globe-trotter, he now fondly recalls his senior thesis. "My thesis was on nightclubs and restaurants," he says. "It specifically dealt with exits from nightclubs. I worked with a lot of local fire departments and interviewed a large number of people from the restaurant and entertainment industry, and at the end of the semester presented my work."
Investigating fires is often part of a fire protection engineer's career path. Amanda Moore, a Worcester Polytechnic Institute graduate and current employee of Arup, investigated the Station Night Club fire in Rhode Island, which resulted in 100 deaths. "That definitely made an impression on me," she says. "It was really interesting work, and it felt like I was doing something useful."
Like many industries, fire protection engineering is ever-changing. New technology is constantly incorporated in the profession. As Welch says, "Fire protection engineers will be considering new situations and taking on new responsibilities in the future that go well beyond just fire protection." Even with these heavy responsibilities, fire protection engineers enjoy a sense of pride and honor in their jobs. "I feel like there's a 'big reason' why I go to work each morning," Welch says. "It gives me an incredible sense of purpose."
What is a fire protection engineer?
According to the Society of Fire Protection Engineers, a fire protection engineer uses science and engineering principles to protect people, homes, workplaces, the economy and the environment from the devastating effects of fires. Fire protection engineers analyze how buildings are used, how fires start and grow, and how fires affect people and property. They use the latest technologies to design systems to control fires, alert people to danger, and provide means for escape. Fire protection engineers also work closely with other professionals, including engineers of other disciplines, architects, state and local building officials, and local fire departments to build fire safe communities.
About Society of Fire Protection Engineers
Organized in 1950, the Society of Fire Protection Engineers is the professional society for engineers involved in the field of fire protection engineering. The purposes of SFPE are to advance the science and practice of fire protection engineering, maintain a high ethical standing among its members and foster fire protection engineering education. SFPE's worldwide members include engineers in private practice, in industry and in local, regional and national government. Chapters are located in Canada, China, France, Italy, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden and the United States. Visit the SFPE at http://www.sfpe.org.
For more information about a career in fire protection engineering go to SFPE's career website at: http://www.careersinfireprotectionengineering.com.
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