LIVERMORE, Calif. — Topcon Positioning Systems announces the “Topcon is Everywhere” photo contest — inviting participants from around the world to share a look at where and how Topcon products are being used. “Topcon is a global company and our equipment is "everywhere" from high-accuracy monitoring in a large-scale London tunneling project, to mapping flood-affected areas in Australia to leveling a field in South Carolina,” said Scott Langbein, TPS director of product marketing. “Topcon products can be found on the jobsite, saving time and increasing productivity around the globe and we invite the public to share those photos with cash … Read more

ALACHUA, Fla. — On June 27, the winners of the SkillsUSA Carpentry Competition were announced at the awards ceremony for the 48th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held in Kansas City, Mo. More than 5,600 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 94 different trade, technical and leadership competitions. This is NCCER's third year sponsoring the SkillsUSA Carpentry Competition, with carpentry committee chair Boyd Worsham of The Haskell Company leading the way in organizing the event.NCCER is proud to congratulate secondary level medalists Brandon Hicks of Tiffin, Ohio … Read more

ATLANTA, Ga. — HD Supply White Cap Construction Supply released its 2012-13 full-line catalog, featuring thousands of new products and an enhanced index for greater ease-of-use. The new catalog provides professional contractors with quick and easy access to the hardware, tools, materials, pricing and information needed to get the job done right. “The White Cap catalog is a great tool on the jobsite,” said HD Supply White Cap Construction Supply President John Stegeman. “From the sheer number and variety of products we offer, to the expert tips and tricks of the trade our associates share within these pages—the catalog provides … Read more

ZANESVILLE, Ohio — Genesis HealthCare System has decided how the selection process will work for choosing contractors, suppliers and subcontractors for construction of its new medical center, which is scheduled to open in 2015. While the estimated cost for the new medical center is $125 million, the local economic impact during construction is expected to be in the range of $250 million. A significant portion of this is attributed to the purchase of services from local contractors and laborers. “This is the community's new medical center, and it's important to Genesis that members of our community have an opportunity to … Read more