News
Nonres construction drops in some segments: FMI
RALEIGH, N.C. – FMI, management consultants and investment bankers to the building and construction industry, announced that the Construction Outlook, a quarterly construction market forecast developed by FMI’s Research Services Group, notes that FMI’s outlook for construction for 2008 and 2009 has been revised downward since the fourth quarter of 2007....
Calif. state building gets green designation
SACRAMENTO, CALIF. -- The California Department of General Services announced at the end of February that the California Department of Rehabilitation’s headquarters in Sacramento has become the first state building to be awarded green building certification after undergoing a major renovation....
GreenPlumbers partners with American Standard
SACRAMENTO, CALIF. -- American Standard Americas has become the first founding partner of the innovative GreenPlumbers USA training and accreditation program....
Feds raise fines for employing illegal immigrant workers
Washington Two construction trade groups are reacting to stiffer penalties against employers who violate federal immigration laws recently announced by...
Reactions mixed over drugs in drinking water
A Series of recent stories by the Associated Press revealing the presence of pharmaceuticals in portions of the nation's drinking water supplies has some observers warning the public to take precautions but not to overreact....
Town aims to be first green suburb
Levittown, N.Y. In a town known for its pioneering history, residents, businesses and community leaders here are forging ahead with a plan to create the...
American Standard America, Crane and Eljer Merge
The leaders of American Standard America, Crane Plumbing Holding Corp. and Eljer Holding Corp. have announced that the merger of their respective companies is complete. The new combined company will conduct business under the name of American Standard Brands....
Just about everybody asks Congress to extend renewable energy credits
Washington A coalition of more than 100 business, trade, and advocacy groups called on the U.S. Senate in March to pass bipartisan legislation as soon...
Features
Snowmelt System Exceeds Expectations
J. B. Hunt, one of the largest trucking companies in North America, takes transportation seriously. Their reputation for safety and efficiency played...
Not just for show
Like many contractors, Holland, Mich.-based Genzink Plumbing has had to adapt over the years to remain competitive under increasingly turbulent economic...
COMMERCIAL WAVERS
A handful of contractors are reporting a steady stream of commercial jobs early in the year, but some say that trend may not be consistent in what has...
TACO ENTERS INTO ENDORSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH PGA GOLFER AND RI NATIVE BRAD ADAMONIS
Taco, Inc. has signed an endorsement agreement with Rhode Island native and aspiring PGA golf professional Brad Adamonis. The endorsement agreement provides financial support from Taco for Adamonis as he pursues his career in the PGA. ...
