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Knaak Design Group Announces a Pool Construction Service That Maximizes Homeowners' Buying Power and Provides Added Consumer Protection
PoolWorx℠, a free, custom pool and outdoor living design service geared toward the discerning homeowner, takes the guesswork out of pool design and contractor selection and alleviates the painful and costly mistakes that often come with constructing a pool.
Dallas, TX (PRWEB) February 21, 2012
PoolWorx℠, founded by landscape architecture firm Knaak Design Group, is a new concept in pool design and construction that is revolutionizing the pool building and remodeling process. By removing the high pressure nature of sales and working with the homeowner to bring to light the many construction unknowns that ordinarily cause buying experience to be unpleasant, PoolWorx℠ helps the homeowner get a unique, well-designed and constructed pool at a price well afforded, that they can enjoy for years to come.
“With the economic downturn, the building industry suffered greatly and so did its customers,” says Robert, principal and founder of Knaak Design Group. “At KDG we saw a demand and developed PoolWorx℠, which is a consumer-friendly approach to pool construction. PoolWorx℠ is a free service we offer homeowners, so they can get the high-quality, well-constructed pool they want, but avoid the hassle, headache’s and pain of buyer’s remorse that often comes with trying to go through the pool building process themselves. We help our customers through the process every step of the way. It’s the 411 on pool building and remodeling.”
Building Turbines, Inc. in Contract Negotiations for Multiple Rooftop Wind Turbine Installations
AUSTIN, TX--(Marketwire - Feb 21, 2012) - Building Turbines, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: BLDW), a designer and manufacturer of commercial rooftop wind turbine systems and other renewable energy technologies, today announced it is in negotiations with a major national retailer to sell and install its horizontal-axis turbines atop four different stores in several cities across the state of Texas. To date Building Turbines has installed turbines in Austin and Corpus Christi.
The company announced in January that it's also in discussions with 21 Rio, a luxury residential high rise located in the west campus of The University of Texas at Austin. Building Turbines officials believe these and other contract negotiations, should they come to fruition, could contribute meaningfully to reaching the company's growth goals for 2012.
Building Turbines CEO John F. Graham, Sr. said, "We are currently undergoing specific measurements and evaluations of our turbines which we believe, when completed over the next few weeks, will provide the necessary information our prospects are seeking to finalize our contract negotiations."
The Innovative Recycling of Granite Waste into Green Building Products
According to market research, 85% of granite that is excavated from the earth for kitchen counter tops gets thrown away during all the processing phases,from quarrying the granite to the final fabrication.* Waste to Value Stone LLC, offers the innovative solution to this problem, and will show you how to expand or start your own business by recycling granite waste into green building products.These products adds valuable LEED points to any green building projects.
Nashville, Tennessee (PRWEB) February 20, 2012
Green buildings are designed to reduce the overall impact of the built environment on human health and the natural environment.One way of achieving this is to reduce building waste or to recycle waste.
Waste To Value Stone is a new innovative company which focuses on reducing granite waste. The innovation lies in the fact that granite waste that was to end up in the land fills, now ends up as a green building product.
Waste is recycled into products that can be used for paving, cladding of walls, back splashes in kitchens, cladding of fireplaces and even garden landscaping. Louwrens Mulder owner of Waste to Value Stone has designed a machine the Tomahawk Stone Splitter that will cut the pieces of waste into the different products. He believes that the sustainability of natural stone are underestimated. He is passionate about recycling granite and the making of low maintenance,sustainable and aesthetic looking building products out of granite waste.
Magnalight Announces Release of Rugged and Powerful LED Quad-Pod Light Tower
Larson Electronics’ Magnalight.com has announced the release of a powerful LED light tower that combines efficiency and high light output with rugged durability. Designed to withstand demanding industrial, commercial and construction environments, this LED light tower provides illumination comparable to metal halide towers while using a fraction the amount of power.
Kemp, Texas (PRWEB) February 20, 2012
The WALQP-1X150LED work area LED light from Magnalight.com is built to produce powerful illumination and rugged performance with an LED light head producing 14,790 lumens and a tower constructed of heavy gauge steel. Designed with the demanding conditions of industrial and commercial applications in mind, this light tower is equipped with a 150 watt LED light head that is IP68 rated waterproof to three meters and a steel quad- pod constructed of heavy gauge steel. The LED lamp on this unit is constructed of thick aluminum with a scratch and impact resistant LEXAN lens; the heavy gauge steel tower assembly is finished in a durable painted finish, and stainless steel hardware rounds out this unit’s weather and abuse resistant construction.
The LED lamp assembly on this tower operates on 120 to 277 VAC, produces 14,790 lumens, and will cover an area up to 18,000 square feet in size with bright white illumination, making this unit ideal for larger work spaces. The light head is fully adjustable, and a set of solid wheels and 100 feet of abrasion and oil resistant cord gives this unit the range, easy movement, and coverage ability needed on larger work sites. The cool operation, durable construction, high output, and low energy usage of this LED tower makes it an ideal alternative to more fragile and less efficient metal halide light towers . The tower mast is adjustable in 2 inch increments, and can be raised to 10 feet in height and lowered to 7 feet, with spring loaded pins for locking the mast at the desired height.
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Top Ten Extreme Environment Projects
Los Angeles NFL Stadium Proposals and State of the Building Industry Special Report in February's Issue of Construction Digital.
SAN DIEGO, CA--(Marketwire - Feb 17, 2012)
The February issue of Construction Digital is now available online for industry professionals. This month, we take a look at up-and-coming trends in green building, including innovations in lighting, automated systems, and building design -- as well as a survey of the future of infrastructure.
February's issue also explores two billion-dollar stadium proposals fighting for a spot in Los Angeles' skyline, in an attempt to bring the NFL back to the City of Angels. Join us for a closer look at each of these projects, along with some stunning renderings.
Also this month: building the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, BIM and the Panama Canal Expansion, and the Top Ten Extreme Environment Projects from around the world -- and beyond. And be sure to keep your pulse on the industry with our news and events sections. Happy reading!
Homes.org Provides Professional Analysis of the Santa Fe Real Estate Market
The most recent Homes.org market report examines the real estate market in Santa Fe, New Mexico providing analysis on the most recent trends and projections to come in 2012 based on 2011 Q4 activity within the area.
Santa Fe, NM (PRWEB) February 17, 2012
The most recent Homes.org market report provides analysis on the health of the Santa Fe real estate market based on 2011 Q4 sales reports and insight from local professionals. The report is the newest installment of an in-depth series that highlights local markets throughout the country, giving sellers and buyers a better understanding of what's happening in their local area rather than relying on national statistics.
Readers may remember Homes.org's Pick for the Top 9 Real Estate Markets to Watch in 2012 which included Santa Fe, NM. Like many other parts of the country Santa Fe's real estate market is seeing an increase in interest due to improving affordability. At the end of Q3 the 2011 President of the Santa Fe Association of REALTORS, JoAnne Vigil has this insight to share, "With record low mortgage interest rates and competitively-priced homes, I'm sure there are many renters penciling out the advantages of home ownership."
Though homes are now more affordable, Santa Fe didn't experience the sharp price drops seen in other areas. And as pointed out in the Top 9 list prices are expected to inch back up closer to pre-recession levels. In fact, Q4 of 2011 the single family median sales price saw a 3.4% increase compared to the same time in 2010 as well as a 39.6% increase in the total monetary volume of sales. Another reason the Santa Fe real estate market has remained steady is their low unemployment rate of just 5.4%.
Dawn Enterprises Expands Line of Concrete Garden and Park Planters with New 2’ Square Concrete Planter
The smallest concrete planter in the Dawn Enterprises line-up has sparked big interest among the garden community and park planners.
Manchester, CT (PRWEB) February 16, 2012
Dawn Enterprises is a manufacturer and provider of concrete, stone, metal, fiberglass, and plastic site furnishings. Recently having expanded the line of Concrete Planters, the new 2’ Square Concrete Planter demands the attention of architects, landscapers, schools and commercial property managers.
This 2’ Square Concrete Planter defines quality and craftsmanship and exceeds industrial strength concrete with a minimum rating of 5000 psi at 28 days. Due to the weight of this planter, 635 lbs, it’s heavy enough to deter theft and can also serve as an aesthetically pleasing security barrier.
It features a bold and modern design that will enhance the look of your property and its durable construction makes it a long-term solution to showcasing your plants. A popular choice for high traffic areas, such as building entrances and parking lots! This 2’ Concrete Planter can also be used inside courtyards, malls, and expo centers, as a way to bring more plant life to your surroundings.
American Choice Solar Panels from Renewable Sales to be Featured on PBS’ This Old House
American Choice Solar Panels from Renewable Sales to be featured on the PBS television show This Old House
Holliston, MA (PRWEB) February 16, 2012
Renewable Sales, the East Coast’s premier distributor of Solar PV and Solar Thermal products is proud to announce their American Choice Solar Panels will be featured in upcoming episodes of the popular PBS Series This Old House. The project Renewable Sales is involved with is located in Barrington, Rhode Island and it incorporates both Solar Potovoltaics (PV) and Solar Thermal products.
Sitting on the beautiful Narragansett Bay, the 1925 seaside cottage featured on the show has experienced a mish-mash of additions over the years and it was more than ready for a retrofit. Because this house is in a “Zone II” wind zone, it means that it faces particular hazards associated with strong winds of up to 110 miles per hour. This provided some interesting dilemmas for the installation of Solar PV and Solar Thermal.
Going through the process of filming and setting up the house with the proper hardware made for some long days, but it was well worth it for the Renewable team. Two arrays featuring 10 of Renewable Sales’ American Choice 250 watt (ACS 250) Monocrystalline PV panels were installed by Mass Renewables of Bellingham, MA. In addition to the panels, the Thermal System installed featured a 2 Collector Heliodyne Hot Water System. The installation of this system was done by Shift Energy of Biddeford, ME.
Gehry Technologies Continues to Strengthen Team With Strategic Hires
BIM Industry Experts K.P. Reddy and Matthew Holzemer Join GT
LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - Feb 15, 2012) - Gehry Technologies (GT), a global leader in applying technology to building industry challenges, today announces that K.P. Reddy, managing director and Matthew Holzemer, project manager, have joined the company. Together they bring a wealth of Building Information Modeling (BIM) knowledge, experience and thought leadership.
"We are thrilled to have K.P. and Matt join us in our mission to improve building design, construction and operation through the use of technology," said Dayne Myers, CEO of Gehry Technologies. "K.P.'s expansive industry expertise, background in applied solutions, and thoughtful approach to owners and operators combined with Matt's ability to apply contemporary project management strategies will help drive our portfolio of services to deliver even more value this year."
Maxwell Systems Wins Constructech Top Trusted Product Award
Maxwell Systems Wins 2012 Constructech Residential Top Trusted Product Award for ProContractorMX Complete Construction Management Software
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA--(Marketwire - Feb 14, 2012) - Maxwell Systems, Inc., a leading provider of complete construction management software solutions, today announced that Maxwell Systems™ ProContractorMX™ has been named Constructech's Residential 2012 Top Product in the Trusted Products category. The Award recognizes technology solutions that have demonstrated the greatest innovations geared toward the residential construction market. In 2011, ProContractorMX won the award for the New Products category.
"For the 2012 Constructech Top Products, our goal was to create a portfolio of superb technology solutions in the construction industry; one that our readers can use as they go forward with technology adoption in the coming year," said Mike Carrozzo, chief editor, Constructech magazine. "We believe this year's winning products provide efficient, successful options to those looking to improve business."
"ProContractorMX has been well-received by the market among contractors of all types who understand the value of a complete construction management software solution to handle the complexities of the project lifecycle from bid to cash," said Jim Flynn, Maxwell Systems President & CEO. "Winning this award with recognition from Constructech for ProContractorMX, first as a New Product and now as a Trusted Product, just reinforces that this is the unique software solution that helps construction businesses improve productivity, increase profitability, and succeed in especially challenging times."
