Renovation improves staff productivity at healthcare firm

Earlier this summer, Fresenius Medical Care North America completed revamping some of its Boston-area office facilities. Covering approximately 9290-m2 (100,000-sf), the new workplaces represent a major step in reaffirming the global healthcare services provider’s corporate culture, as well as its ongoing organizational transformation.
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The annual sprayfoam convention coming to Alabama

The Sprayfoam Show 2018 Convention and Expo, organized by the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA), will be held from January 29 to February 1 at Arthur R Outlaw Convention Center in Mobile, Alabama. One of the nation’s largest events dedicated to sprayed polyurethane foam (SPF) is open to manufacturers,...
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New roofing association focuses on underlayments

Earlier this summer, four roofing companies looking to cultivate long-term success of underlayment products for building envelope applications formed the Asphalt Underlayment Council (AUC). The association's inaugural technical committee will focus on code classifications and industry regulations for both residential and commercial structures.
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Concrete foundation seeks research proposals

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) Foundation’s Concrete Research Council (CRC) seeks to advance the concrete industry by funding research projects furthering the knowledge and sustainability of concrete materials, construction, and structures. The deadline for 2017–18 request for proposals (RFP) is December 1.
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Report calls for eliminating toxic materials from carpets

Earlier this month, the Healthy Building Network’s (HBN’s) report, “Eliminating Toxics in Carpets: Lessons for the Future of Recycling,” called for removal of more than 40 highly toxic chemicals in manufacturing processes for carpeting. It also outlines strategies to protect public health and the environment by eliminating hazardous chemicals...
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The Cook & Boardman Group Names Darrin Anderson as New CEO

Succession Plan in Action for Commercial Door and Hardware Leader

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Cook & Boardman Group (“Cook & Boardman” or the “Company”) today announced that Darrin Anderson joined the Company as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Anderson succeeds long-time CEO Chuck Hummel. Mr. Hummel has been...

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