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August 11,2010Construction spending for manufacturing facilities jumped 31% in the last two quarters. It is forecast to increase 30% or more by the end of next year and will continue to expand into 2007. Nonetheless, the after-inflation value of manufacturing projects two years ahead will still be less than half of the peak level reached in 1998.
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August 11,2010One curious trend pushing professional sports franchises and civic leaders to develop new stadium projects is the wave of audio-visual and interactive "enhancements" to live action. The high-tech amenities increase project complexity-and cabling and electrical costs-say building teams.
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August 11,2010Walls, soffits and mansards can benefit from zinc-iron-coated steel, aluminum and copper panels with smooth or stucco-embossed surfaces. Preformed claddings offered in comprehensive line include concealed-fastener composite wall panels, fluted metal panels and clipless, snap-on retrofit panels.MBCI.Circle 214
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August 11,2010Santa Monica, Calif.-based architect WWCOT has been selected by Santa Monica College to design a new student services and administration building for the campus. The design will focus on consolidating the college's student services, business activities, and information technology—all currently scattered in various locations on campus.
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August 11,2010Atlanta-based hotelier NYLO Hotels is set to break ground on properties in Plano, Texas, and Warwick, R.I., that will incorporate allergy-resistant guestrooms. The 176-room Plano property will feature 44 “pure rooms,” which will incorporate a class 2 medical-grade air purifier, hypoallergenic linens and covers, and special treatments to carpeting, walls, and furniture to minimize co...
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August 11,2010If you're looking for concentrated construction activity-either above or below ground-head for Boston.The Central Artery/Tunnel project, popularly known as "The Big Dig," has no equal in the underground category. Half the length of this 7 1/2-mile, eight-to-10-lane roadway will be buried.
