The chief economist of the Associated General Contractors of America said a report released Monday on construction spending highlights the urgency of putting stimulus funds to work and unlocking the credit markets.
Open Energy Corporation announced that it has changed its name to Applied Solar Inc. The name change reflects the company’s new strategy offering innovative solar solutions for every rooftop, including the ability to produce clean solar power, measure and control its usage in order to reduce overall energy demand.
EXCEPTIONAL Metals, a division of Duro-Last Roofing Inc., announced the availability of a new reference manual. The new piece showcases the products, edge details, and accessories available from EXCEPTIONAL Metals along with CAD drawings of these products, technical data, and a metal color chart.
Suntech Power Holdings Co., Ltd., and Eagle Roofing Products, announced that they have entered into an exclusive distribution agreement for North America.
Metl-Span has updated and expanded its Web site. The site presents comprehensive information on the company’s insulated wall and roof panels and window systems.
A tough economy and shrinking sales did not keep attendees away from the 2009 International Roofing Expo, which took place Feb. 3-5 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.
The Tile Roofing Institute (TRI) Spring Forum - the only industry conference dedicated solely to the tile roofing profession - will return to the Hyatt Regency in Newport Beach, Calif., April 22-23.
Mapei Group and Polyglass Group have joined forces in a partnership designed to strengthen both companies. The deal was announced abroad at Italy’s Saie 2008 construction show and at the Las Vegas International Roofing Expo in February.
Judges of the New Product Pavilion’s “Best New Product” at the 2009 International Roofing Expo chose first, second and third place winners based on a selection of 21 products.
Sika Sarnafil has announced the winners of its 2008 Projects of the Year Competition. Twelve contractors were recognized for outstanding workmanship in completing a recent project utilizing a Sika Sarnafil thermoplastic membrane for roofing or waterproofing applications.
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