SCHAUMBURG, Ill. (October 5, 2017) — The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) has completed a comprehensive technical publication appropriately titled, Design and Detailing of Low-Rise Reinforced Concrete Buildings. Along with the release of the publication, CRSI has also developed a webinar series and a university capstone course utilizing the book’s content.
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OWATONNA, Minn. – In an effort to provide storm recovery assistance to those living in areas affected by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria, General Equipment Company has launched a program that makes it easier for businesses to replace lost or damaged equipment, while also generating funds to support local recovery efforts.
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ALISO VIEJO, Calif. (October 4, 2017) – Industry expert and former administrator from the Federal Motor Carrier Association, Annette Sandberg has verified that the Telogis Electronic Logging Device (ELD) software solution has met all federally mandated requirements. Installation of an ELD has been mandated by the FMCSA to digitally capture and log commercial drivers’ Hours of Service (HOS) before the December 18, 2017, deadline.
ATLANTA, Ga. (September 2017) — Hanwha Surfaces announced the launch of an innovative new, user-friendly website for its signature HanStone Quartz brand.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (October 4, 2017) – Equipment and accounts receivable finance company, Commercial Credit Inc., parent company of Commercial Credit Group Inc. (CCG) and Transfac Capital, has made the Business North Carolina Mid-Market Fast 40 List for the sixth year in a row.
WASHINGTON (September 19, 2017) — The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) released the September 2017 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI). Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment finance sector.
BATON ROUGE, La. – Deep South Crane & Rigging and Berard will co-host a one-day careers event for students and veterans on November 15 in Baton Rouge as part of a national careers initiative through Lift & Move USA.
AKRON, Ohio (October 2, 2017) – The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has completely overhauled its OTR tire website to provide an enriched user experience and help mining, construction, quarry and port operations discover how Goodyear can help enhance their efficiencies and lower their operating costs.
HOUSTON (October 3, 2017) – Coats Rose, P.C. has recently been awarded the Construction Lawyers Society of America Law Firm Award at the inaugural CLSA International Conference & Induction of Fellows. Held in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, the awards recognize North American law firms for excellence in construction law.
NEW YORK (September 28, 2017) – Dodge Data & Analytics will unveil its much-anticipated construction industry forecast at the 79th annual Dodge Construction Outlook Executive Conference, November 1-2, 2017, at the Swissôtel, Chicago.
EDISON, N.J. (September 27, – BuildSourced announced it is has changed its name to Tenna in order to reflect the company’s expanded capabilities and new product line as well as its vision for the future. The company also unveiled its new company logo tagline and website.
McCONNELLSBURG, Pa. (September 25, 2017) — More than 60,000 pounds of supplies and food were recently delivered to victims of Hurricane Harvey in Texas, thanks to relief efforts organized by JLG Industries Inc.
NOVI, Mich. – Hino announced a substantial investment plan to strengthen its United States operations with the introduction of a new truck line and new facilities.
NEW YORK (September 21, 2017) – At a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $711.6 billion, new construction starts in August slipped 2 percent from July, according to Dodge Data & Analytics. The decline followed July’s 6 percent increase, yet still kept total construction activity 5 percent above the relatively subdued pace reported during the second quarter. The nonbuilding construction sector in August dropped 24 percent after soaring 26 percent in July, reflec
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (September 15, 2017) – The Kansas Department of Commerce, Office of Minority & Women Business Development has named MySmartPlans Kansas Women-Owned Business of the Year in the Construction Firm/Business category.
ORLANDO, Fla. (September 14, 2017) – After postponing CAMX 2017 due to Hurricane Irma, the Composites and Advanced Materials Expo (CAMX) will be held December 12-14, 2017, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
NATIONAL – The National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) has awarded Bandit Industries Inc. a 4-year NJPA Landscape & Grounds Maintenance contract. The contract allows governments, schools and nonprofits leverage the power of cooperative contracts to purchase Bandit equipment without undergoing an expensive and time-intensive bidding process.
PRINCETON, N.J. (September 22, 2017) — The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) announces the results of its 2017 Construction Financial Benchmarker Online Questionnaire.
WASHINGTON (September 14, 2017) – The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Committee on Architecture for Education (CAE) selected 12 projects for this year’s CAE Education Facility Design Awards. The program honors educational facilities that the jury believes should serve as an example of a superb place in which to learn, furthering the client's mission, goals and educational program while demonstrating excellence in architectural design. Contact