AEM Hall of Fame Announces 2013 Inductees

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The Association of Equipment Manufacturers announces the 2013 inductees into the AEM Hall of Fame, which recognizes and celebrates outstanding individuals in the off-road equipment industry and their legacy of innovation, service and leadership. Their vision and hard work have been critical to advancing global economic and social prosperity; their legacy strengthens continued industry contributions to improving our quality of life and serves as an inspiration for tomorrow's leaders. The 2013 inductees into the AEM Hall of Fame are: Dipl.-Ing. Dr. h. c. Helmut Claas, CLAAS KGaA mbH Ray O"Connor, Topcon Positioning Group Friedrich W. Schwing, Sr., Schwing GmbH AEM … Read more

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Leopardo Breaks Ground on New 133,000-SF High School

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SPRING VALLEY, Ill. — Construction manager Leopardo, architect Healy Bender and the Hall Township High School Board of Education were recently joined by local dignitaries to break ground on the new Hall Township High School. The new $28-million, 133,000-square-foot, three-story high school will consist of an academic building, athletic complex and performing arts center. The academic building will house science, technology, engineering and math classrooms along with a learning resource center and administrative offices. The athletic complex will comprise two gymnasiums, weight training and fitness room, locker rooms and a concession area. The performing arts center will feature a theatre … Read more

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Brasfield & Gorrie Breaks Ground on $110M Office Campus in Cary, N.C.

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RALEIGH, N.C. — Brasfield & Gorrie has broken ground on a $110-million office campus in Cary, N.C. for Highwoods Properties. A groundbreaking ceremony to kick off the development was held at the site which fronts Lake Crabtree on Weston Parkway. “From conceptual core and shell design to the completion of tenant interior fit-up, we are collaborating with the owner, tenant and design team to bring this project to life,” said Brasfield & Gorrie Vice President and Division Manager Eric Perkinson. “We are very excited to break ground on this project and honored to have been selected by Highwoods and MetLife … Read more

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Skanska USA to Construct New Facility at the Duke Eye Center

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DURHAM, N.C. — Skanska USA announced it has been awarded a $33-million contract for the construction of a new facility at the Duke Eye Center.  “The Duke Eye Center construction will assist Duke to better serve the fast-growing region and meet the needs of their unique patients by integrating the latest technologies in a comfortable environment,” said Senior Project Manager Greg Shenkler, Skanska USA. Construction is underway for the 125,700-square-foot building, which will offer a patient- and family centered approach to care and includes parking and a covered entrance with prominent presence along Erwin Road. The design incorporates Duke's new … Read more

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Gilbane Building Company to Serve as Construction Manager for John Tyler Community College

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MIDLOTHIAN, Va. — Gilbane Building Company has been awarded the Phase III Academic Building and Parking Garage on the John Tyler Community College Midlothian Campus. The new 70,000-square-foot building will provide academic classrooms, computer and testing labs, administrative spaces, student/faculty common space, a black box teaching theatre, fitness classroom, dance/performance classroom space, student services space and café. The project will also include construction of a 350-space parking garage, necessary entrances/access roads and associated site improvements. “The college is very pleased with the selection of Gilbane as the contractor for the new Phase III Building at the Midlothian Campus. This 70,000-square-foot … Read more

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