Manitowoc Introduces China-built Range of Crawler Cranes

November 13, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Manitowoc Introduces China-built Range of Crawler Cranes

Manitowoc Cranes has introduced a new 100 t capacity crawler crane to the Chinese market. Recent infrastructure development projects have made China one of the fastest-growing construction equipment markets in the world. The new crane, called the MLC100, is a world-class crawler crane engineered by Manitowoc in China. The company will back the crane with Manitowoc Crane Care’s China-based field technicians and local contact center. The MLC100 is... 

Largest High Performance XIR Glass Installation at Universiade Center in China

July 11, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Largest High Performance XIR Glass Installation at Universiade Center in China

Southwall Technologies, Inc., announced the use of its heat-reflective XIR film in a glass-intensive, multi-building sports complex in Shenzhen, China, the site of the World University Games in August 2011. The Universiade Center, a landmark green building project currently under construction at a cost of $548 million US dollars and consisting of a main sports stadium, swimming complex and multifunctional arena, will be equipped with over 35,000 square... 

Aqua Tower, Chicago by STUDIO GANG ARCHITECTS

December 12, 2008 Filed Under: Architecture
Aqua Tower, Chicago by STUDIO GANG ARCHITECTS

In an increasingly dense city like Chicago, views from a new tower must be negotiated between existing buildings. Aqua tower considers criteria such as views, solar shading and function to derive a vertical system of contours that gives the structure its sculptural form. Its vertical topography is defined by its outdoor terraces that gradually change in plan over the length of the tower. These terraces offer a strong connection to the outdoors and... 

Columbia College’s Media Production Center by Studio Gang Architects

December 12, 2008 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
Columbia College's Media Production Center by Studio Gang Architects

Architect’s rendering of Columbia College Chicago’s Media Production Center (MPC). Designed by Studio Gang Architects, one of Chicago’s hottest firms, the 38,000 square foot MPC features a transparent facade and an innovative design. The $21 million MPC, which includes two sound stages, a motion capture studio, animation lab, classrooms and space for production design and costumes, is the first new construction project for the college.... 

World-Renowned Chef Wolfgang Puck Cooks First Thanksgiving at L.A. LIVE’s Ritz-Carlton Residences

November 21, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Kicking off the holiday season, Chef Wolfgang Puck hosted “the first Thanksgiving” at the most exclusive address in Los Angeles, The Ritz-Carlton Residences at L.A. LIVE. The critically-acclaimed chef and restaurateur performed a holiday cooking demonstration before a private audience of 50 in the professional Gaggenau kitchen, featured at the model vignette of L.A. LIVE’s distinctive residences. Showcasing the five-star ambiance... 

For fast logistics Airport Stuttgart bets on door specialist EFAFLEX

November 12, 2008 Filed Under: Construction
For fast logistics Airport Stuttgart bets on door specialist EFAFLEX

To meet the constantly growing demands in the international competition, the airport corporation Stuttgart / Germany bets among others on large investments. The newly built ground-traffic-service hall offers most modern technology. “Time is money. The planes have to be loaded and unloaded quickly” says Dirk Friedrichs. His planning department supervises all new building projects at the airport. “Therefore, it was very important for the planners... 

2-Drawer Lateral File Cabinet – Bush Office Furniture – WC36754

November 7, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

This furniture arrives unassembled. The innovative Corsa Series from Bush Furniture configures in dozens of ways, giving you the ability to create a very efficient and affordable private office environment. WC36754 Features: Two drawers hold letter, legal or A4-size files Interlocking drawers reduce likelihood of tipping Gang lock with interchangeable core afford privacy and flexibility Full-extension, Full-extension,

Lateral File In Mahogany Finish By Bush Furniture

November 7, 2008 Filed Under: Home Improvement

This Bush Lateral File features interlocking drawers to reduce the likelihood of tipping, drawers hold your letter, legal or A4-size files, gang lock with interchangeable core affords privacy and flexibility, full-extension, ball bearing slides allow easy file access, durable melamine top surface resists scratches and stains, levelers provide stability on uneven floors, and durable PVC edge edge

Wireless Request-to-Exit Plates from SECO-LARM

November 5, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

SECO-LARM is now shipping the SD-8202GT-PEQ and SD-8103GT-PEQ Wireless RF Request-to-Exit Plates. The ENFORCER Wireless RF Plates are the ideal solution for difficult access control installations. The plates allow egress from protected areas by easily connecting to an electric doorstrike or electromagnetic lock without wires. The SD-8202GT-PEQ is Single-Gang, and features a green 2″ square pushbutton. The SD-8103GT-PEQ is slimline and features... 

P&S Adds Three New Dimmers to Expand Lighting Controls Product Line

November 2, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

Pass & Seymour/Legrand (P&S), a leading manufacturer of electrical wiring devices and home systems, announces the addition of three new products to its LS Series of lighting and fan speed controls. The new products include the Decorator Slide Dual Dimmer, Decorator Preset Dimmer with Independent Switch, and the Preset Single Pole 3-way Dual Fan Speed/Dimmer. The LS Series Dual Dimmer features two 300-watt, single pole, slide-to-off dimmers...