Panasonic recently announced the formation of the Panasonic Home and Environment Co., a newly independent group that focuses on green technology dedicated to helping improve the energy efficacy of homes and the health of homeowners in the United States.
The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association announced the addition of its "Rock and Slag Wool Insulation" brochure to its library of free resources.
Although many regional markets throughout the U.S. experienced strong cement consumption growth earlier this year, a new forecast from the Economic Research Department at the Portland Cement Association expects the remains of the year to be quite different
Fortifiber Corp. announced that it has completed its purchase of the operations and assets of Firstline Corporation's Valdosta, Ga., facility. The plant represents a strategic addition to Fortifiber's manufacturing locations, expanding the company's product and service capabilities in the Southeast.
ASTM International Committee C15 on Manufactured Masonry Units has created a new subcommittee, C15.11 on Adhered Manufactured Stone Masonry Veneer. The purpose of C15.11 is to develop and maintain product specifications and installation guidelines for adhered manufactured stone masonry veneer.
Environmental Design + Construction is proud to announce a new green series of Web-based educational events: Green School Series-Fall.
These EduCasts, focused on environmentally friendly schools, are part of the magazine's Green Design Solutions commitment to providing education to the green building industry on hot topics including school design and construction.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has adopted several AIA recommendations on how to spend $400 million in funds provided by Congress for alternative housing programs in the hurricane-battered Gulf Coast region.
PrimeSource Building Products Inc. announced it is acquiring Pacific Steel and Supply, one of the largest independent nail distributors on the West Coast. The parties expect the transaction to close in late September.
California Expanded Metal Products Co. announces an alliance with Marino\WARE, creating one the largest ventures in manufacturing cold-formed steel framing and metal-lath systems in the country.
Named Expedius, the new alliance will capitalize on both company's multiple locations to create a national presence, as well as introduce a wide range of steel-framing products.
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