Tempest Holdings Launches ShoeTrap Closet Shoe Storage Systems

February 5, 2010 Filed Under: Home Improvement
Tempest Holdings Launches ShoeTrap Closet Shoe Storage Systems

ShoeTrap™ was created to simplify closet shoe organization. Currently available in three sizes and three popular wood finishes to suit most home décors, the individual ShoeTrap™ displays can easily be arranged to fit tight spaces within a closet, or stacked into a custom furniture piece in an open room. A drop front glass viewing pane allows quick identification of shoes while keeping them dust free. All ShoeTrap™ interiors are lined with genuine... 

Claremont Rug Company Exhibits Rare Assemblage of 19th Century Art Rugs from Caucasus Mountains

February 5, 2010 Filed Under: Home Improvement
Claremont Rug Company Exhibits Rare Assemblage of 19th Century Art Rugs from Caucasus Mountains

Jan David Winitz, founder and president of Claremont Rug Company, today announced an exhibition of rare, 19th century art-level rugs created by tribal weaving groups in the Caucasus Mountain region of Asia. The collection of 150 rugs will be available for viewing at the Gallery, located at 6087 Claremont Avenue in Oakland, starting Thursday, February 11. A selection of 95 of the rugs can also be accessed in a special section on the Claremont website. Long-noted... 

Modern and Contemporary McCormick Ranch Home

January 25, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
Modern and Contemporary McCormick Ranch Home

This home is absolutely stunning home design. There is nothing to do to this modern and contemporary updated McCormick Ranch home..it all has been done! Crisp clean lines with beautiful finishes throughout. You’ll look no further after viewing this well designed home. Unlimited access to walking, jogging and biking paths. Resort like atmosphere in the back yard…great for entertaining. Heated pebble tech pool and spa that can be used year... 

Texas Stadium Implosion Set for April 11, 2010

January 17, 2010 Filed Under: Construction
Texas Stadium Implosion Set for April 11, 2010

The City of Irving announced today that Texas Stadium, the iconic facility that served as home of the Dallas Cowboys for 37 years, will be imploded at daybreak on Sunday, April 11, 2010. “City officials are currently determining logistics such as staging and viewing areas, parking, and how to manage traffic around the stadium.” Interest is building and outlets are being developed so the public can be involved in the demolition progression from... 

Caterpillar 793F Mining Truck

October 16, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Caterpillar 793F Mining Truck

The new 793F Cat Mining Truck, the fifth generation of the 793, builds on the proven, 20-year performance record of its predecessors with a powerful new engine, choice of power train options, choice of body systems and a completely redesigned operator station. These refinements take the 793F—now with 2, 650 horsepower (1976 kW) and a 250-ton (226.8-tonne) payload capacity—to higher standards of productivity, durability, operating ease, altitude... 

GE Evolve LED Series Area Light for Outdoor Lighting

July 18, 2009 Filed Under: Construction, Home Improvement
GE Evolve LED Series Area Light for Outdoor Lighting

The next generation of outdoor area lighting is here with the GE Evolve™ LED Series Area Light from GE Lighting Systems, Inc. GE’s new area light combines the latest in LED system electronics, thermal management, mechanical and optical design to make the advantages of LED lighting a practical reality in parking lots and general lighting applications. It delivers 30 percent energy savings compared with traditional metal halide lighting while providing... 

Caterpillar 613G Elevating Wheel Tractor-Scraper

July 16, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Caterpillar 613G Elevating Wheel Tractor-Scraper

The smallest of the Cat® wheel tractor-scraper line, the 613, has been upgraded to G-Series performance, comfort and serviceability standards. The new model features a tractor that has been redesigned from the ground up. With increases in power train efficiency, rimpull, elevator speed and travel speed, the 613G is more productive than its predecessor and can load material as much as 13 percent faster. Other enhancements promote safe operation and... 

D-LED LUXEON LEDs for Landmark Museum

May 22, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
D-LED LUXEON LEDs for Landmark Museum

Long-life LED luminaires in hard-to-reach recesses are providing a unique viewing experience at the new Yitzhak Rabin Museum in Tel Aviv and minimizing disruption to visitors from unplanned maintenance. The vision to create small, almost invisible light sources that wouldn’t detract from the artifacts, was accomplished by embedding LUXEON LED based lighting solutions in walls, the floors and awkward spaces where conventional light sources wouldn’t... 

7-Eleven Plans Aggressive Expansion

May 17, 2009 Filed Under: Construction, Real Estate
7-Eleven Plans Aggressive Expansion

While many retailers are contracting or limiting expansion, 7-Eleven is aggressively growing and expects to add more than 200 new stores this year. Plans call for the company to accelerate store development over the next several years through organic growth, acquisitions and its Business Conversion Program. 7-Eleven has a multi-pronged approach to growth that includes in-line, end-cap space in shopping centers, freestanding stores, urban locations... 

Experience the Very Best of Culinary and Design with Dacor

May 4, 2009 Filed Under: Home Improvement
Experience the Very Best of Culinary and Design with Dacor

Dacor, market leader in luxury kitchen appliance design, manufacturing and distribution, today showcased the latest additions to the Dacor product assortment, which included the new Epicure Gas Range, Renaissance Gas Cooktop and Wall Ovens, the ENERGY STAR Freestanding Cabinet-Depth Refrigerators and Preference style appliances at the 2009 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (K/BIS) in Atlanta. Dacor also unveiled the new Distinctive™ Gas Rangetop,...