RALEIGH, N.C. — FMI recently released its Q2-2014 Construction Outlook. The forecast shows cautiously optimistic growth, as the forecast has been lowered a percent since the Q1-2014 Outlook. Construction-put-in-place for 2014 is now predicted to increase 7 percent over 2013 levels. One reason for the prediction is the growth of the digital world. With e-commerce becoming a larger market, especially in the retail and educational industries, brick and mortar will inevitably grow at a slower rate. This trend also is slowly affecting office, travel, recreation and even healthcare, as more time is spent online. Select market predictions include : Residential —Affordability, … Read more
Cobb County Commissioners Approve American Builders 2017 to Build Atlanta Braves Ballpark
ATLANTA, Ga. — The Cobb County Board of Commissioners voted to approve American Builders 2017 as the construction manager at risk to oversee the construction of the new Atlanta Braves ballpark, which is scheduled to open in early 2017. American Builders 2017 is a joint venture between Brasfield & Gorrie, Mortenson Construction, Barton Malow Company and New South Construction. Combined, they have more than 225 years of construction experience and have completed more than 330 sports projects, including Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Coors Field in Denver, Colorado and Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Maryland. “We are thrilled … Read more
Bosch Dust Collector Attachment for Concrete Drilling Improves Jobsite Durability
The Bosch HDC100 is engineered to collect dust before it enters the air through a dust cap that surrounds the tip of the bit. The metal telescoping rail retracts into the housing to accommodate the drilling application and improve jobsite durability. A depth adjustment allows the user to control the drilling depth up to 4-3/4 inches. The HDC100 can be used with both standard drill bits and also thin wall core bits when used with the core bit adaptor included in the kit. The dust collection housing attaches to the tool via a unique side handle interface making installation and … Read more
Pecora Introduces Complete Air, Vapor & Water Barrier System
Pecora's new XL-Perm Air, Vapor and Water Barrier System consists of fully engineered and compatible products that work in tandem to provide complete protection for the building envelope. The easy, four-step solution assures continuity of weatherproofing barrier systems. The system includes: Pecora XL-Flash STPU Fast Curing Liquid Flashing and Joint Filler: A one-part, fast-curing, non-sag elastomeric STPU gun grade, trowelable liquid flashing and joint sealant. Pecora XL-Perm ULTRA VP Fluid Applied STPU: Applied in a single coat via airless sprayer or roller, this durable elastomeric weatherproofing membrane provides 2-3 times the coverage of other fluid applied products. It can also … Read more
PTS Pro Enables Users to Target Unplanned Downtime with Advanced Maintenance Planning
PTS Pro, the latest addition to the Parker Tracking System suite of products, gives subscribers a proactive tool against unplanned downtime, while maximizing uptime and profitability. From the easy-to-use Asset Management Dashboard, users can schedule inspections and replacements as needed, easily locate assets when maintenance is required and record historical inspection details and results. Subscribers can also transfer visibility of select assets and schedule work by site, type or asset level. To receive additional information on this product, please click here.







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