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Atlas Copco Breaks Ground on New LEED-certified Facility

Atlas Copco Power Technique

Atlas Copco is breaking ground on a new 180,000-square-foot facility in Rock Hill, South Carolina to meet the growing customer demand for high-quality equipment and support.f

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Prehistoric Human Footprints Found at Road Construction Site

The find is possibly the oldest set of human footprints found north of Mexico in the Southwest region

EPA Survey Shows $271 Billion Needed for Nation’s Wastewater Infrastructure

$271 billion required is primarily for projects needed within the next five years

10 Steps to Recover Flooded Heavy Equipment

Acting quickly with the right procedures can make all the difference when recovering construction equipment that has been inundated by flood waters

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Missouri Receives $1M in Emergency Relief for Flood-Damaged Roads, Bridges

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) released the funds to the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) to help repair roads and bridges damaged throughout the state by heavy flooding last month.

Improving Sustainability in Asphalt Plant Operations

Plant owners can take these small steps to improve their sustainability efforts today while looking towards larger green goals for the future.

Sustainability is not going away. In the future we are likely to see it become a large part of our business every day. Whether this is through providing Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for your products, requests for information on your sustainability efforts by potential customers, or providing certifications for green rating systems, sustainability will impact the asphalt business for the foreseeable future.

ARA Foundation Donates $10,000 to the American Red Cross for Disaster Relief

American Rental Association (ARA)

Winter Storm Goliath, a massive system named by forecasters that caused numerous tornadoes and historic flooding along major rivers, impacting more than seven states throughout the South and Midwest, resulting in many deaths, is unprecedented.

Speakers Selected for 2016 Concrete Sustainability Conference

National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA)

Speakers have been selected for the 2016 International Concrete Sustainability Conference (2016 ICSC) scheduled for May 15-18, 2016 in Washington, D.C.

Thunder Creek 1,200-gal. Bulk DEF Tank

LDJ Manufacturing, DBA Thunder Creek Equipment

Turnkey system designed for use in retail and large fleet operations, including on-road trucking and off-road construction

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Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction Sectors Band Together to Fight Climate Change

More than 60 organizations and 18 countries pledge to limit carbon emissions from the built environment.

Sustainable Timber & Prefab Materials Set Higher Standards on One North Project

By using wood as a primary building material, the One North development in Portland is raising the bar for green building by creating a sustainability template that exceeds all industry standards.

The building features distinct curves and apertures that make it standout visually as well as allow sunlight and shade to be optimized for the lighting and temperature, saving energy and enhancing comfort levels for occupants.

Going Green is Easier than Ever in Today's Building and Construction Industry

Demand and innovation are the driving factors easing the confusion of sustainable construction.

The Hall of the States, Washington, DC - A private office complex in downtown Washington, DC with offices of many state governors, national broadcasters and other esteemed associations. LLumar® Solar Control Window Film was installed to help keep the beautiful building cool and contain energy costs.

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