CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2014 announces a campaign to raise greater public awareness of the accomplishments of the construction industry in elevating the quality of life. The campaign will publicize the positive benefits of construction projects of all sizes and descriptions across the United States. CONEXPO-CON/AGG invites contractors and other industry professionals to submit projects for consideration in helping the campaign demonstrate construction's contributions to quality of life. The campaign will spotlight 50 projects and culminate in a special recognition event at the 2014 show. Contractors whose projects are selected to be covered will have the opportunity to garner publicity for their work, … Read more

ATLANTA, Ga. and REDWOOD CITY, Calif. — DPR Construction recently signed a Letter of Intent to acquire Atlanta, Ga.-based Hardin Construction Company, LLC. The two companies intend to combine operations in the Southeast and Texas markets, where both have a strong local presence. The goal is to finalize the transaction in March, at which time more information will be announced. Hardin's portfolio includes more than 1,400 projects, including a number of landmark buildings: Arthur M. Blank Family Office, the first LEED-Gold certified office building in the southeast, Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, Mall of Georgia, Terminus and 3344/SOVEREIGN—all in metro … Read more

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. — American Restore, Inc., a full-service construction company focused on concrete repair, restoration and protection, has begun operations. The firm will specialize in chemical grouting, epoxy flooring and wall systems, epoxy injection, expansion joints, chemical resistant linings, waterproofing, protective coatings, concrete repair and restoration, seismic upgrades and structural strengthening. Through a base of established contractors, American Restore will serve the entire United States from its base in Huntington Beach, Calif.   “Although the firm is new to the market, the American Restore team has a long history of working with design engineers to identify the root cause … Read more