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Floods of Opportunity for Construction Pros

Last week I drove to Nashville for the birth of my first grandchild. While there I visited an area next to the Cumberland River, which flooded on May 2, killing 30 people and causing at $1 billion in damage

by Tim Fausch | August 13, 2010 | Comments (2)

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Global Green Expo Promises Expert Sustainable Building Tips (Free Sign up Ends Aug. 5)

Here’s your chance to be part of something groundbreaking - the first all-green virtual conference and expo designed for readers of our print magazines, Web sites, eNewsletters and digital editions.

by Tim Fausch | July 30, 2010 | Comments (1)

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Nailed and Jailed for DUI

If I don’t change my life-endangering behavior quickly, I will be pulled over, ticketed, fined, and possibly jailed if I repeatedly drive under the influence. 

by Tim Fausch | July 16, 2010 | Comments (6)

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Flooring Producer Supports Haiti Rebuilding Using 'Hands-on' Approach

You got to love a charitable program that requires a “hands-on” involvement among the participants.

by Tim Fausch | July 9, 2010 | Comments (1)

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"Cash for Caulkers": Potentially Good News for Construction Pros

The Home Star Energy Retrofit Act of 2010, often referred to as the "Cash for Caulkers" rebate program, was approved by the House in May. If passed by the Senate, construction pros will benefit from a new round of tax-reducing incentives for their customers. 

by Tim Fausch | July 2, 2010 | Comments (0)

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Helping Construction Pros Navigate In a Digital World

Not long ago, most professionals belonged to their national, state or local association. Or they belonged to a peer group, civic club, or some organization that exposed them to new ideas, skills, and tools, all while networking with other pros.

by Tim Fausch | June 25, 2010 | Comments (1)




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World Cup Stadium Construction Is Breathtaking, But What’s Hiding in South Africa’s Shadows?

Apparently, there’s a little soccer tournament starting today called the “2010 FIFA World Cup”. I understand it will attract hundreds of millions of viewers from around the globe.

by Tim Fausch | June 11, 2010 | Comments (0)

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Here’s a New Trade Show Everyone Can Attend

I’ve always been baffled by the low turnout for many construction-related trade shows. Even when the number of attendees reaches record levels, the total represents a fraction of the universe of contractors, engineers, architects, wholesalers, and maintenance pros who should be attending. 

by Tim Fausch | June 8, 2010 | Comments (2)

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Gulf Coast Oil Leak: Environmental Catastrophe vs. U.S. Independence

I certainly understand why environmentalists are outraged.

by Tim Fausch | May 28, 2010 | Comments (1)

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Safety Gone Wrong

Last week I received an email with the headline, “Have a Safe Work Week” from blogger extraordinaire John Sonnehalter (www.tradesmeninsights.com).

by Tim Fausch | May 18, 2010 | Comments (0)

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