1930s Period English-style Clinker Brick Contemporary Home

Tuesday, January 19th 2010
1930s Period English-style Clinker Brick Contemporary Home

A fabulous future lifestyle on the Fairy Hills fringe is perfectly presented for a discerning family to forge with this superb English-style clinker brick residence tucked away in a convenient cul-de-sac. Tastefully renovated preserving original 1930s character while adding quality contemporary touches: the family-friendly north-facing garden viewed from the rear of this irresistible home features an outstanding, fully-landscaped alfresco zone ideal... 

CircleBath Hospital by Foster + Partners

Friday, January 15th 2010
CircleBath Hospital by Foster + Partners

CircleBath is Foster + Partners’ first hospital and the first in a programme of new independent hospitals which offer a radical departure from orthodox approaches to hospital planning. After a period of commissioning, CircleBath is expected to open to patients in February. The compact design encourages a sense of community and well-being with facilities more comparable to a luxury hotel rather than a traditional hospital. The three-storey hospital... 

Ethan Allen Furnishes HGTV Dream Home 2010

Friday, January 8th 2010
Ethan Allen Furnishes HGTV Dream Home 2010

Ethan Allen has again partnered with HGTV as primary furnisher of the HGTV Dream Home. The HGTV Dream Home 2010, located in Sandia Park, New Mexico, proved an ideal stage for Ethan Allen’s custom services and wide range of products. Modern Style Meets Mountain Views was the theme for this year’s HGTV Dream Home. The single-story, 3,900-square-foot home has three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a home office, a home theater, a gourmet kitchen with... 

Aberdeen Condominium in Richmond, BC by Bing Thom Architects

Tuesday, December 29th 2009
Aberdeen Condominium in Richmond, BC by Bing Thom Architects

The 122 unit Aberdeen Condominium complex is the second phase in the redevelopment of Aberdeen Centre, a unique mixed use project located along Cambie Road and Hazelbridge Way in Richmond, BC. Conceived as an extension of the Centre, the building is eight storeys tall, comprised of 6 floors of condominiums, an outdoor/indoor amenity space on the second floor with a link directly to the shopping centre and a ground floor entertainment area. In addition... 

EFAFLEX High-Speed Doors Increases Air Traffic Safety

Friday, December 11th 2009
EFAFLEX High-Speed Doors Increases Air Traffic Safety

EFAFLEX high-speed doors are proving of immense value for the airport fire department at Charles de Gaulle airport. They are at the hub in international air traffic operations and are proving to be ideally suited in demanding airport environments. One of the latest projects in this sector is the fire station at Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris. The French newspaper “Le Parisien“ speaks of gigantic doors which open in only two seconds. This outstanding... 

Bradley Verge Lavatory System for Commercial Restrooms

Friday, December 4th 2009
Bradley Verge Lavatory System for Commercial Restrooms

Bradley Corp., the inventor of the lavatory system concept and leader in handwashing innovation, introduces its new and elegantly refined Verge(TM) Lavatory System for high-end commercial restroom applications. Characterized by its sleek and modern design – as well as its durability and low-maintenance features – the Verge Lavatory System incorporates a beautifully sculpted elongated basin with a hidden drain, conveying upscale sophistication.... 

PurePowerD Mobile Solar Power System

Sunday, November 8th 2009
PurePowerD Mobile Solar Power System

Diesel power generators are a noisy, polluting hassle. Pure Power Distribution offers silent, pollution-free, self-contained mobile photovoltaic power generation and storage stations that deliver clean, silent, pure-sine power for job sites and remote locations. According to the company, a regular user of portable diesel generators can lease one of these at the same—or less—cost. Standard models have eight or twelve 200-watt solar panels, one... 

Cat 907H Compact Wheel Loader

Wednesday, November 4th 2009
Cat 907H Compact Wheel Loader

The new Cat® 907H, the latest addition to the Cat Compact Wheel Loader range, fits between the popular 906H and 908H models to give buyers even more choices. The new 70-net horsepower (52-kW) model features a skid steer loader style coupler, auxiliary hydraulic system, Cat C3.4 diesel engine, two-speed hydrostatic drive, standard differential locks in both axles, parallel-lift Z-bar loader linkage and high-visibility operator’s station. Optional... 

SB2176 Snow Blower for all John Deere 400 Series Loaders

Wednesday, November 4th 2009
SB2176 Snow Blower for all John Deere 400 Series Loaders

John Deere’s Frontier Products has introduced an easier, more powerful way to quickly move snow: the hydraulically driven and loader-mounted SB2176 Snow Blower for all John Deere 400 Series Loaders. Designed to save time and energy, the SB2176’s quick-attach feature allows operators to mount the blower without removing the loader. The blower is driven by an independent, hydraulic three-point hydraulic power pack that attaches to the rear... 

Abengoa Solar Signs Contract with PG&E to Supply Solar Power in California

Tuesday, October 27th 2009
Abengoa Solar Signs Contract with PG&E to Supply Solar Power in California

Abengoa Solar announces the signing of a power purchase agreement with Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) to supply the electricity generated by the new solar plant “Mojave Solar.” The project will generate 250 megawatts (MW) of Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) and is to be located in an unincorporated area of San Bernardino County, between Barstow and Kramer Junction, approximately nine miles northwest of Hinkley, and 100 miles northeast...