BuildIQ® University, the leading provider of Best Practices in Homebuilding®, has teamed up with Simpson Strong-Tie® to offer five online courses that train builders and contractors on how to use structural connectors to create safer, stronger homes to withstand hurricanes, earthquakes, and other natural disasters. The courses are available through BuildIQ University's online store, http://university.buildiq.com. (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008)

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Newly launched website, ConcretePatio.org offers consumers detailed information on designing and building outdoor patios with concrete. Built as a guide for consumers researching patios, the site covers design ideas, popular decorative concrete applications, surface options, accessories and includes numerous photos. (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008)

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World’s Highest-Resolution Natural Color Satellite Image was collected by GeoEye from its new GeoEye-1 Satellite sensor over Kutztown University in Pennsylvania on October 7, 2008. The high-resolution and Image quality showcases GeoEye-1’s Imaging capabilities with a resolution of 0.41- meter or 1.35- feet at Nadir. (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008)

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To expand its ability to help architects and specifiers properly select products, DORMA Group North America (DGNA) has partnered with Ethan Newcomb, AHC, CDT as Specifications Writer. (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008)

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The Parks Department of Green Bay, WI has found a new way to get tough on graffiti, without damaging the underlying surfaces in the process. Starting this year, Green Bay is using crushed glass grit purchased from Kramer Industries to remove graffiti from select surfaces throughout the city. (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008)

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The Mini-Storage Messenger Self-Storage Webinar Series will offer a free webinar on self-storage market analysis, a critical step for anyone considering self storage investment. Sponsored by Noah's Ark Development, the live webinar on October 29 will provide a step-by-step demonstration of how developers may perform their own preliminary research for a market analysis. Topics will include supply and demand, market definition, and competitor analysis. (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008)

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The leaders in the industrial protective coating and repair composite industry have taken it upon themselves to offer deep discounts on flexible waterproof membranes that will help hurricane victims repair their damaged homes. (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008)

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Online auction offers buyers a deal on a brand new home, even amidst rising foreclosures in Riverside County. (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)

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Customer Expressions announced today that Hubbell has successfully implemented the i-Sight Customer Complaint System to improve the management of customer feedback. Hubbell is ISO certified, and i-Sight was implemented to ensure a customer feedback process was in place to meet the ISO standards. (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)

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SecondSpace, the leading online marketplace for second homes and recreational retreats, has teamed with PrecisionCraft Log Homes, the first name in environmentally sustainable luxury log home design and construction in a co-branded marketing agreement that lets consumers search for that choice piece of land where they can build the perfect home and lifestyle from the ground up! (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)

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Safeguard Self Storage continues to expand its presence in the New York self storage market with the opening of its newest location in the Bronx (High Bridge, NY). This self storage facility, located at 1253 Jerome Ave., offers the High Bridge community 681 storage units in a variety of sizes, with modern security features and many amenities. (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)

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When it comes to increasing child safety in the home, the window is a fixture that should not be forgotten. American Blinds, Wallpaper and More offers tips for enhancing child safety at the window. (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)

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Patio Enclosures, Inc. today announced its intent to merge with Branstrator Sunrooms, a Resilience Capital Partners portfolio company. (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)

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Rain Bird®, the leading manufacturer and provider of irrigation products and services and a lead sponsor of the 2008 WaterSmart Innovations Conference and Exposition, set the tone for the 2nd day of the water-focused conference with the presenting of climatologist Dr. Jonathan Overpeck as the luncheon keynote speaker. (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)

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Ministry of Construction, Vietnam has confirmed their support for Viet Traffic 2008, Vietnam's premier international traffic and land transport conference & exhibition to be held from the 15th to the 17th of October 2008. (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)

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MyHome (http://www.myhomeus.com) offers NJ homeowners tips for additions and construction to bathrooms and kitchens. (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)

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Acoma Roofing announced today that it has launched a new updated website promoting its 55 year old family run roofing business. This family run business is known for quality materials, friendliness and perfect workmanship (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)

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Microsoft Partners Team Up to Provide Cost-effective, Turnkey Integration for CRM and Project Accounting ERP Software (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008)

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Commercial Real Estate Group of Tucson has compiled some meaningful statistics about the local market on its website, cretucson.com. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008)

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A little creativity may be what builders need to entice home buyers, says BUILDER's September issue. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008)

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Dean Machinery Co.--a 53-year member of the Kansas City business community and recognized leader in Caterpillar equipment solutions--will open a new headquarters at 5701 East 87th Street on October 13. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008)

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TAH Industries, a subsidiary of Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN), has announced the u-TAH® Generation II Universal Cartridge—a unique system for packaging and dispensing two-component materials like epoxies, urethanes and structural adhesives. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008)

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Patio Enclosures, Inc., the largest manufacturer and installer of sunrooms in North America, has been named the "Top Performing Sunroom Company" in North America for the fifth consecutive year by Qualified Remodeler Magazine. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008)

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Rain Bird, the leading manufacturer and provider of irrigation products and services, announced today that Christopher S. Gray, Sr., Golf Course Superintendent at Marvel Golf Club in Benton, Kentucky, is the recipient of the 2008 Intelligent Use of Water™ Award. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008)

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American Lime Technology and Olde World Exteriors are pleased to announce their upcoming architectural symposium on environmentally-friendly hemp and lime biocomposite building materials. This event, titled "Designing with Hemp and Lime Biocomposite," will take place on November 12, 2008 in Montgomery, Texas and will feature world-recognized experts and practitioners in the field of sustainable design and construction. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008)

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UK based company, Defence Doors Ltd (http://www.defencedoors.com), has secured a major contract for the design, manufacture and installation of steel flood gates as part of the Carlisle Flood Defence Scheme in Cumbria. The work is expected to start in October 2008 and run for 12 months. The project will comprise single and double leaf flood gate units for pedestrian and vehicular access through flood defence walls. The flood defence system will feature a new anti-tamper latching system. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008)

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Floorguard, a garage flooring and storage solution company, recently launched a new website that focuses on their franchise opportunities, www.FranchiseFloorguard.com (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008)

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Pembroke Consulting today announced a new webcast, The 2009 Economic Forecast for Wholesale Distribution, to help wholesaler-distributors plan in this uncertain economy. This 90-minute live webcast will take place on November 13, 2008. Online registration is available at http://www.mdm.com/2009forecast. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008)

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