Porter-Cable 557 7.5 Amp Plate Joiner

January 22, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

Though this Porter-Cable tool is priced higher than comparable DeWalt and Makita models, the 557 is Amazon.com’s top-selling plate joiner. Its success is perhaps due to its very powerful 7-1/2 amp motor–the largest in the industry–which turns the blade at 10,000 rpm and does an excellent job of making clean cuts in any kind of wood. As well as cutting slots for the standard no. 0, 10, and 20 biscuits, Porter-Cable’s joiner... 

Textile machinery import up 80 pc at euro 11.5 mn

January 14, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

Textile industry’s burgeoning capital goods imports to meet the growing business opportunity in the quota – free regime are reflected in the rising imports from UK in the last two years. Textile machinery import stood at euro 11.5 million in 2005-06, a 80% jump over the previous year, according to Mr Alan Little, director, British Textile Manufacturing Association (BTMA), an apex body for textile trade in UK. A strong player in synthetic... 

Porter-Cable FCN200 Pnuematic Flooring Cleat Nailer

January 28, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

If installing hardwood floors is in your immediate future, the Porter-Cable FCN200 two-inch flooring cleat nailer is a smart tool to consider. The nailer is designed specifically for installing tongue-and-groove hardwood flooring with L-shaped flooring cleats and a thickness of 1/2 to 25/32 inch. The nailer works on 70-100 psi of compressed air and drives cleats with accuracy and force through even the toughest woods, but without damaging even the... 

Interior Shade Fabrics

July 29, 2008 Filed Under: Construction, Home Improvement

Lutron offers manual and motorized shading systems for residential and commercial interiors. A number of PVC- and halogen-free fabrics—made with various combinations of fiberglass, acrylic, cotton, and polyester—are available.

Research and Markets: Prefabricated Building and Kit Home Manufacturing in Australia Is An In-Depth Study Containing Statistics, Trends, Forecasts And Competitor Information

November 22, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Veolia Energy North America, a leader in sustainable energy services and facility operations and management solutions, is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement with MultiLayer Coating Technologies, LLC (MCT) to manage an on-site thermal energy plant at MCT’s newly acquired manufacturing facility in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Veolia Energy will also be providing energy procurement services to MCT. “In today’s market, industrial... 

Office Star Work Smart Ergonomically Designed Knee Chair with Casters

August 29, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

Ergonomically Designed Knee Chair with Casters

Cummins Industrial Tools Jitterbug Air Sander

July 4, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

This jitterbug sander is ideal for all types of applications. It has vibration isolators for smooth operation. Die cast aluminum alloy body with an easy grip rubber handle. This orbital sander has an automatic trigger release for ease of use. Heavy duty ball bearing construction ensures longevity. This air sander is versatile and can be operated with one hand. It has a constant orbit for fine finishing. This air tool is a must have for any workshop.

Arts Centre, Valencia, Spain

June 8, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

Arts Centre, Valencia, Spain Originally uploaded by Badger Bazzrett

Hillsdale 1379BK Carnigan Bed Set, King, Dark Brown Leather

October 15, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

Featuring a stunning tufted motif and a rich brown leather, our Carnigan bed takes the platform bed concept to all new levels of sophistication. Transitionally designed with a gracefully arched headboard, a unique scooped footboard, and attractive leather-bound side rails, this ensemble makes a simply elegant statement.

Dining Room Furniture Set 2 – Country Classics – Lifestyle California

September 24, 2007 Filed Under: Construction

Inspired by country style, this collection brings a little heart to your home. Includes: 1 x 54 Inch Round Pedestal Table (75754) 2 x Side Chair with Ladder Back (Set of 2) (85722RTA-SET) Features: Nail head accents Constructed from hardwood solids and fancy face oak veneers Dimensions: Table: 54″ x 54″ Chair: 20″ x 25″ x 42″ Finish: Rustic Country OakView product details at Amazon

genAmerica Queen Platform Bed Classic Cherry

May 30, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

Classic Cherry genAmerica Queen Platform Bed Classic Cherry by Young America. Dimensions: 65 1/8″W x 42 3/8″H x 83 13/16″D. Weight: 361 lbs.

Brooklyn Childrens Museum designed by Rafael Viñoly

August 10, 2008 Filed Under: Architecture

The first green museum in a city famous for museums. designed by Rafael Viñoly. Laticrete supplied Navillus Contracting with a Greenguard-certified installation system of 8.1 million pieces of yellow DSA ceramic tile for the exterior cladding of the new, Green, Brooklyn Childrens Museum.

The kitchen forms the hub of this elegantly livable design

June 11, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

The kitchen forms the hub of this elegantly livable design From custom cabinets made of wheat-straw board, to the restaurant-quality Sub-Zero refrigerator, every aspect of Abacus GC’s first project has been meticulously selected to provide sustainablility without sacrifice. Originally uploaded by Ad HOC : Words + Ideas

SunMate Hot Air Solar Panel

August 3, 2008 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction

The SunMate mounts vertically on the side of a home or building; it circulates cool room air through a solar absorber plate, and then sends it back inside, warmed. A thermostat turns on a small, 7-watt circulating fan in the system when the absorber plate heats up to 110 degrees Fahrenheit, and turns it back off again when that temperature gets down to 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

Flatiron Infrastructure Projects Win Numerous Awards for Design and Construction

November 13, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
Flatiron Infrastructure Projects Win Numerous Awards for Design and Construction

Flatiron, one of the nation’s largest transportation and infrastructure contractors, has been recognized with eight industry awards for infrastructure projects, including the Best Overall Award from the Design-Build Institute of America for rebuilding the new I-35W Bridge in Minneapolis after the old bridge collapsed in 2007. The I-35W Bridge project, recipient of more than 20 industry awards to date, was again recognized with the Design-Build...