Charles R. Stinson’s Architecture Chronicled in Book

Friday, December 5th 2008
Charles R. Stinson's Architecture Chronicled in Book

Charles R. Stinson’s architecture is chronicled in a new book within the Master Architect Monograph Series entitled Charles R. Stinson: Compositions in Nature. The modern architecture book, with text by Camille LeFevre and photography by Peter Bastianelli-Kerze, features Stinson-designed homes and buildings that have achieved international recognition along with his distinctive style—light, line and space expressing a dynamic co-existence. Charles... 

Schréder Lighting USA Introduces Advanced Tunnel Lighting Solutions to USA

Monday, November 24th 2008

Utilizing Schréder’s extensive research and experience in the development of high-quality luminaires for tunnels around the globe, Schréder Lighting USA introduces Advanced Tunnel Lighting Solutions to the specification community in the United States. Schréder Lighting USA, the newest of the 40-member Schréder Group G.I.E. located in 36 countries on four continents, is marketing the Schréder brand in the fields of Public Lighting, Floodlighting,... 

China Advanced Construction Materials Group Hires Gene Hsiao as Chief Financial Officer

Saturday, November 22nd 2008

China Advanced Construction Materials Group, Inc. a leading provider of ready-mix concrete in China, today announced the hiring of Gene Hsiao, CPA, as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Finance. Mr. Hsiao has extensive experience in both finance and management positions. Prior to joining China ACM, Mr. Hsiao was the Director of Finance and Consulting Manager at Milligan & Company, LLC, where he was responsible for audit and compliance... 

Hoku Secures Key Materials for Polysilicon Production

Thursday, November 20th 2008

Hoku Materials, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hoku Scientific, Inc.established to manufacture and sell polysilicon for the solar market, announced the signing of an HCl supply agreement with BHS Acquisitions, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of BHS Marketing, Inc., and a leading chemical supplier with bulk liquid transloading facilities in Nampa, Idaho, that are serviced by Union Pacific Railroad. BHS’s customers include Alcoa and Rio Tanta... 

Research and Markets: Review Of The Market Of Consumable Materials For Welding, 2007 – The Growth In The Market Of Consumable Materials For Welding Is Stable; It Made 7% In 2006

Thursday, November 20th 2008

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ac5ee7/review_of_the_mark) has announced the addition of the “Review of the Market of Consumable Materials for Welding, 2007″ report to their offering. This report is an analysis of the market of consumable materials for welding in Russia. The growth in the market of consumable materials for welding is stable. It made 7% in 2006. The greatest production output in monetary... 

CaesarStone Meets Growing Customer Need by Opening Up a New Division in Atlanta, Georgia

Thursday, November 20th 2008

CaesarStone, the original quartz surface manufacturer, is happy to announce the opening of its new division in Atlanta, Georgia. The new facility will offer CaesarStone and Concetto product lines — stocked and supported by our customer care department, servicing the entire Atlanta area. “With this new division, we will be able to give you the best customer service in the industry,” said Tony Mills, Director of Southeast Operations.... 

U.S. Architects Report Increased Adoption of Green Building

Wednesday, November 19th 2008

Greenbuild Expo — Autodesk, Inc. and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) have announced the results of the 2008 Autodesk/AIA Green Index, an annual survey that measures how AIA members are practicing sustainable design, as well as their opinions about the green building movement. This year’s index shows an increase in the implementation of sustainable design practices from architects and building owners. In addition, it shows that... 

Certified Green Dealers Website Surpasses Milestone One-Million-Page-Views After Just 11 Months in Operation

Wednesday, November 19th 2008

The Certified Green Dealer™ Program, which certifies that building material dealer sales personnel have received green training—today announced that the Program’s Website has surpassed one million (1,000,000) page views so far in 2008. Since the Program was officially launched at the February 2008 International Builders Show, the “one-million-page-views” milestone have been achieved in just over 10 months. Even in a down housing market,... 

Fiber Composites Announces Strategic Partnership with Huttig Building Products for Western Distribution

Monday, November 17th 2008

Fiber Composites LLC, a leading manufacturer of composite decking, railing and fencing solutions, announces the strategic partnership with Huttig Building Products to expand the Fiberon brand decking and railing presence in the states of Washington, Oregon, California, New Mexico and Texas. “Our partnership with Huttig will increase the reach of Fiberon products in critical markets,” explained Doug Mancosh, President of Fiber Composites.... 

Interior Design Course: Principles, Practices, and Techniques for the Aspiring Designer (Quarto Book)

Sunday, November 16th 2008

Not every home owner or apartment dweller can afford to hire an interior decorator, but this book and a bit of do-it-yourself spirit are all that’s needed to give living interiors an elegant, professionally finished look. Presenting all the design principles and techniques needed for creating beautiful rooms, Interior Design Course advises readers on how to to