WASHINGTON (September 19, 2016) – Beginning with ten world-class destinations in 2017, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) new global travel program, Architectural Adventures, will offer small-group trips tailored specifically to the discovery and appreciation of the world’s architecture.
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WASHINGTON (September 20, 2016) – The Portland Cement Association (PCA) confirmed the United States cement industry is on target to see annual cement consumption grow by 4 percent, as projected earlier this year.
NATIONAL (September 19, 2016) - International construction consultancy firm, Bruce Shaw, has announced that as part of its new global strategic plan, it is to change its name to Linesight. The company has a wide range of multinational clients, as well as a portfolio of high-profile projects in North America.
NATIONAL (September 19, 2016) - For the past 4 years, Autodesk has sponsored the Excellence in Infrastructure Competition to showcase stellar examples of Building Information Modeling [BIM] in action within the civil engineering industry.
NATIONAL (September 19, 2016) - This fall, KEEN Utility introduces the Tacoma series, a collection of safety footwear that offers exceptional, nonmetallic, heavy-duty protection for workers who need it most. To support the launch, the Tacoma Rugged Ride Sweepstakes will be rolling into participating KEEN Utility retailers nationwide.
NATIONAL (September 15, 2016) - Kukun has announced the launch of Pro Tools, a solution for sourcing subcontractors and creating efficient bids.
BEACHWOOD, Ohio (September 19, 2016) – Tremco Roofing & Building Maintenance announced its SkyBEAM unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) completed the first Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)-approved nighttime commercial flight, to inspect rooftops at a southern Ohio business. More than 2.3 million square feet of roofing were scanned.
LONDON (September 12, 2016) - CNH Industrial announced an exclusive agreement with Hyundai Heavy Industries for the production and development of mini-excavators. This agreement completes CNH Industrial’s investment strategy for its excavator product portfolio expansion.
RACINE, Wis. (September 16, 2016) - The second annual “Labor of Love Music Festival”, hosted by CASE Construction Equipment and headlined by award winning country music star Chris Young on Labor Day 2016, raised $10,000 for Team Rubicon through its outreach efforts and donations.
ELBURN, Ill. (September 13, 2016) – Terramac expands its representation in North America with Groff Tractor’s New Jersey operations.
“Groff Tractor is an authorized Terramac dealer well-known for delivering superior sales and aftermarket customer service to their loyal customer base,” said Andrew Konopka, president of Terramac. “We’re excited to grow our partnership with Groff Tractor and we look forward to much success in the New Jersey market.”
KANSAS CITY, Missouri (September 13, 2016) – The American Public Works Association’s (APWA) Donald C. Stone Center for Leadership & Management announced today the graduates of the 2016 Public Works Leadership Fellow, Public Works Executive, Public Works Manager and Public Works Supervisor programs. The Donald C. Stone program graduates were recently recognized at the APWA PWX conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota, during August 28-31, 2016.
NATIONAL (September 15, 2016) - Bosch recently issued the following statement concerning patent litigation over the Bosch REAXX Jobsite Table Saw:
Although Bosch does not normally discuss details of litigation because it feels it is best handled in the context of the legal proceedings, the company has seen statements about litigation concerning the Bosch REAXX Jobsite Table Saw that give a misleading impression of what has occurred.
Marketplace offers an online platform to buy new equipment in the global construction industry
WASHINGTON, DC (September 15, 2016) – Liquidity Services announced the launch of a new marketplace IronDirect that provides construction equipment buyers a convenient online platform to purchase a large and growing number of value-priced and premium brand products.
VANCOUVER (September 7, 2016) - This move is designed to meet the increasing demand for the company’s specialty resin flooring solutions and enable continued sales growth in the Western Canada region, having outgrown the previous facility.
MT. PROSPECT, Ill. (September 2, 2016) – Trade professionals know that getting the job done right demands a combination of attitude, skill and the right tools. Bosch is one company that understands the commitment it takes and that’s what the “Stand By Your Work” Sweepstakes is all about – showing pride in what you do.
PLEASANTON, Calif. (September 8, 2016) – IronPlanet announced IronPlanet LiveStream the next generation in online bidding for live on-site auctions. IronPlanet LiveStream builds on IronPlanet’s leading online technology with new, on-site auction features for buyers who need to stay in the field, on the job, or who prefer the convenience of buying online.
PELLA, Iowa (September 12, 2016) – Thunder Creek Equipment has named V&H Trucks Inc. as its official construction market dealer for the state of Wisconsin.
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (Sept. 2, 2016) - When Bridge Development, of Chicago, Illinois, planned to build an advanced, convertible refrigerated/freezer building near Seattle's Sea-Tac Airport, they turned to refrigerated facility construction specialists Tippmann Innovation (TI). Ground breaking on the ambitious, 241,140-square-foot building is scheduled for August 31, 2016. The facility is located at 1010 South 146 St.
WEST BEND, Wis. (August 29, 2016) - Manitou welcomes Briggs Equipment Inc.