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Month: January 2020

YKK AP launches collaborative research into construction technology with Carnegie Mellon University

Posted by | Jan 14, 2020 | 0 |

YKK AP America yesterday announced YKK AP Inc. has signed an agreement with Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) to conduct joint research on advanced technology to install windows, curtain walls, doors, and products in buildings. “YKK AP is seeing future constraints on field labor not only in the US, but across the globe. Increasingly tight schedules, rapid building close-ins, and constraints on skilled field labor are demanding the development of advanced technologies,” said Oliver Stepe, president of YKK AP America Inc. “By partnering with Carnegie Mellon University’s leading research team, the YKK AP Inc.’s goal is to bring new and advanced construction technologies to market, creating efficiencies for the global construction industry.”

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INSTALL to present at World of Concrete 2020 and DOMOTEX USA 2020

Posted by | Jan 14, 2020 | 0 |

INSTALL Executive Director John T. McGrath Jr. will present “Understanding & Choosing Reliable Concrete Polishing Training & Certification” at World of Concrete 2020. Southeastern Carpenters Regional Council Representative Daniel Hicks will discuss “Solutions to the Labor Crisis, Keys to Reliable Labor – Recruiting, Training and Retaining” at DOMOTEX USA 2020. Each presentation highlights major trends effecting the floorcovering installation industry. In addition, each will discuss key concepts influencing INSTALL’s growth and educational/training developments over the next several years.

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Restoration Builders furthers expansion in Texas with acquisition of AVCO Roofing

Posted by | Jan 14, 2020 | 0 |

Restoration Builders, Inc.  announced today that it has completed the asset purchase of Tyler, Texas-based AVCO Roofing, Inc. Founded in 2017 in response to the rapid growth of the $210B+ insurance restoration industry, Restoration Builders Inc. has capitalized by consolidating existing restoration and repair contractors located throughout the United States.

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ACEC California announces 2020 Engineering Excellence Awards

ACEC California announces 2020 Engineering Excellence Awards

Posted by | Jan 11, 2020 | 0 |

“California’s private sector engineers deliver strategic investments that are crucial to the state’s health,” said Brad Diede, Executive Director of ACEC California. “This year’s awards go to both public and private projects that embody accomplishment in net zero energy building, levee improvements, reducing roadway congestion, among many others. These firms’ partnerships with their private and public sector clients produce projects that help the people of California thrive.”

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Toyota to build Woven City, a prototype city of the future

Toyota to build Woven City, a prototype city of the future

Posted by | Jan 10, 2020 | 0 |

Earlier this week Toyota announced plans to build a prototype “city” of the future on a 175-acre site at the base of Mt. Fuji in Japan. For the design of Woven City, Toyota has commissioned Danish architect, Bjarke Ingels, founder and creative director, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG). Envisioned as a “living laboratory,” the Woven City will serve as a home to full- time residents and researchers who will be able to test and develop technologies such as autonomy, robotics, personal mobility, smart homes and artificial intelligence in a real-world environment.

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SVA Architects announces promotions

Posted by | Jan 10, 2020 | 0 |

Robert Simons, AIA, President of SVA Architects, states, “We have an extremely talented crew, and we want to empower each team member to rise to their individual potential.  As our firm continues to grow, we are prioritizing upward mobility for our existing team, as well as bringing in new staff.”

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CHA Consulting, Inc. acquires CME Associates, Inc. in Connecticut

Posted by | Jan 10, 2020 | 0 |

“The joining of CHA and CME will create great breadth and depth to our growing transportation business bringing immediate resources and value to our transportation clients and accelerating our expansion in the Northeast including Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island,” said Jim Stephenson, CEO of CHA Holdings. “This a great strategic fit for both companies and we look forward to coming together over the next several months.”

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HGA welcomes David Wong as Project Manager in Los Angeles Office

HGA welcomes David Wong as Project Manager in Los Angeles Office

Posted by | Jan 9, 2020 | 0 |

HGA is pleased to welcome David Wong, AIA, LEED AP, as Associate Vice President and Project Manager in the Los Angeles office. He will lead integrated team processes and client relations for the firm’s Arts, Community, and Higher Education practice group throughout the Southern California markets.

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PPG announces leadership appointments

Posted by | Jan 9, 2020 | 0 |

PPG recently announced executive appointments including Kevin Braun, current vice president, industrial coatings, Americas, who will become vice president, global industrial coatings, and Andrew Carroll, current global technical director, industrial coatings, who will become vice president, industrial coatings, Americas.

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Cradle to Cradle Certified products

The Cradle to Cradle program certifies products based on five quality categories—material health, material reutilization, renewable energy and carbon management, water stewardship, and social fairness. Click here to see a list of building supply & materials, as well as other products, that are Cradle to Cradle certified.

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