Category: Vendor News
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Dart Controls Earn Build America, Buy American Compliance
Dart Controls, an industry leader in variable speed drives, controls, and accessories for electric motors, manufactures their entire diverse product line in their Zionsville, Indiana factory, ensuring that they are Build America, Buy American Act (BABAA) compliant. Because they are made in the USA, they offer significant cost and delivery advantages in times of tariffs…
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JZA+D Design Adds Needed Housing to Historic Neighborhood
”Missing middle approaches are also seen as adding appropriate density to existing residential areas while strengthening their appeal for current residents, according to groups such as the National League of Cities. As jurisdictions around the country strive to address the shortfall in available and attainable housing, experts in the field including Zinder are advocating for…
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JZA+D Design Adds Needed Housing to Historic Neighborhood
”Missing middle approaches are also seen as adding appropriate density to existing residential areas while strengthening their appeal for current residents, according to groups such as the National League of Cities. As jurisdictions around the country strive to address the shortfall in available and attainable housing, experts in the field including Zinder are advocating for…
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NAVAC Opens Technician-First Training Center in Kentucky
NAVAC, the world’s largest supplier of HVAC vacuum pumps as well as a wide array of tools, gauges, vacuum pumps, recovery units, instruments and industry-specific items, has announced the opening of the NAVAC Technical Training Center (NTTC), located in a newly built 1,700-square-foot facility in Versailles, Kentucky. A first-of-its-kind, the NTTC features hands-on HVAC training…
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Skanska Completes Decade of Sustainability Upgrades in Queens
Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, has announced the completion of a decade-long initiative aimed at transforming Skanska USA Civil’s Maspeth Yard into a sustainable facility in Queens, New York. Maspeth Yard operates around the clock as the central hub for housing and maintenance of the construction equipment used in Skanska USA Civil…
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Vectorworks Wins 2025 Architectural Design Software Award
Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc., is proud to announce that its flagship product, Vectorworks Architect, has been named Architectural Design Software of the Year at this year’s Construction Computing Awards. Additionally, OMI Architects received the Sustainability Project of the Year award for their work on the Havelock project, designed using Vectorworks Architect. Located at 70 Great Bridgewater Street in Manchester,…
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Top 7 Advantages of Installing Plantation Shutters in Your Home
Plantation shutters. The very name conjures images of Southern charm, elegant architecture, and breezy verandas. But beyond their undeniable aesthetic appeal, plantation shutters offer a wealth of practical advantages that make them a worthwhile investment for any homeowner looking to enhance both the beauty and functionality of their space. They’re not just a decorative flourish;…
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Why Sports Engagement Matters in Commercial Construction
Walk through any busy shopping center or entertainment district during a sports season and you will probably notice the same thing. People keep sneaking glances at their phones. Some slow down while reading a score update; others drift toward whatever screen happens to be visible from the walkway. Sports engagement has spilled out of stadiums…
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Hidden Safety: Sneaker-Style Protective Shoes in the UAE
In the Emirates, style has long ceased to be the prerogative of the office or shopping center. Today, even on construction sites or in logistics, you can meet people whose work shoes resemble fashionable sneakers more than the usual heavy boots. The fact is that it is in the UAE that unique requirements are placed…
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Top GPS Time Clock Apps for Construction Crews in 2026
Selecting the ideal GPS time clock for construction crews in the US can be challenging, especially as workers frequently move between job sites and schedules often shift unexpectedly. Issues such as missed clock-ins, inaccurate locations, and manual time tracking can cause billing delays, payroll errors, and compliance risks. Contractors need a robust system that ensures…