Solution saves money and provides coverage for all project types and sizes

VALHALLA, N.Y. (April 6, 2015)—To address ongoing inconsistencies in pricing, deductibles and terms and conditions offered to middle market owners and contractors, USI Insurance Service has launched a Builder’s Risk Program that provides broader coverage for all project types and sizes, and establishes stable capacity for frame and renovation projects, including catastrophic perils.

Software used in competition to help students learn construction management

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. (April 1, 2015)—B2W Software announced that Utah Valley University (UVU) has leveraged the company’s construction project estimating software B2W Estimate through its B2W Educate Program in order to achieve Top Five placement within the Associated Schools of Construction (ASC) Regions 6 and 7 student competition.

UVU is the largest public university in the state, offering 34,000 students degrees across 100 subjects, including construction management.

Construction equipment, trucks, government surplus and oilfield services equipment sold last week in auctions

PLEASANTON, Calif. and EAGAN, Minn. (March 31, 2015)—IronPlanet sold $46.7 million in equipment at auctions held across its marketplaces March 25th – 27th. In addition to auctions held on IronPlanet’s online marketplaces, onsite events included a joint unreserved public auction with Cat Auction Services in Des Moines, Iowa, and a 2-day auction by Kruse Energy & Equipment Auctioneers held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Awards presented at 2015 APWA North American Snow Conference in Grand Rapids

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (March 25, 2015)—Three city public works agencies have been selected to receive the American Public Works Association (APWA) 2015 national Excellence in Snow and Ice Control Awards. Established to promote excellence in the management and administration of public works snow and ice operations, the Excellence in Snow and Ice Control award promotes the best practices in snow and ice removal while minimizing environmental impacts.

Expo drew more than 1,100 attendees and 84 exhibitors

WASHINGTON (March 30, 2015)—The National Demolition Association (NDA)’s 42nd Annual Convention and Expo, Demolition 2015, came to a close on Tuesday, March 24, after four days of creating valuable connections within the demolition industry. More than 1,100 attendees and 84 exhibitors gathered in Nashville, Tennessee, to network, learn and celebrate accomplishments in demolition.

Concrete foundations constructed in the state of Ohio will now be produced by certified R.F. Woehrmyer

MT. VERNON, IOWA (March 19, 2015) – The Certified Foundation Company distinction is a program rating established by the Concrete Foundations Association of North America (CFA) offering third-party quality assurance for professional concrete foundation companies.