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Engineering Firm KPFF, in Partnership with WholeTrees Structures, wins NCSEA “Outstanding Structure of the Year” Structural Engineering Excellence Award for innovative two-story Children’s Museum of Eau Claire

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231129510482/en/
    A view of the interior of the Children's Museum of Eau Claire with the city of Eau Claire in the background.
  • The award signals the growing potential for the use of SRT in modern building design.
  • The use of innovative materials and creative design have brought inviting play and exploration to attendees since its opening in 2022.
  • For more information on the Children’s Museum of Eau Claire, please visit the museum’s website or this case study from WholeTrees Structures.

ECOR Global Inc. Secures Funding from Phalanx Impact Partners to Accelerate Capital Projects

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Monday, November 20, 2023

Phalanx Impact Partners (“Phalanx”) , a US-based impact driven private equity firm, today announced they have made an investment in ECOR Global Inc .

Key Points: 
  • Phalanx Impact Partners (“Phalanx”) , a US-based impact driven private equity firm, today announced they have made an investment in ECOR Global Inc .
  • (“ECOR” or “the Company”), an emerging leader in the manufacture of sustainable materials and circular solutions for the building products and packaging markets.
  • The Phalanx funding marks an important milestone for ECOR as the company prepares for a significant increase in production capacity and distribution of its proprietary materials solutions.
  • The funding from Phalanx will enable ECOR to accelerate its near-term development initiatives and complete the design and commercial work for its first planned U.S. facility and further expansion thereafter.

The AZEK® Company Unveils New Product Innovations for 2024, Expanding its Industry-Leading Outdoor Living and Home Exteriors Portfolio

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Friday, November 17, 2023

The new products are already available in some geographic markets and will be broadly and commercially available starting in 2024.

Key Points: 
  • The new products are already available in some geographic markets and will be broadly and commercially available starting in 2024.
  • “We are strengthening our already strong position with pro contractors and supporting homeowners in every step of their journey to create beautiful, low-maintenance and sustainable outdoor living spaces.
  • Homeowners get a solid deck substructure that will not split, rot or decay, meaning a long life and 25-year limited product warranty.
  • The TimberTech Invite Collection of outdoor furniture has a new member, and it is sure to become an instant classic.

3M Production Plant Specifies Penetron Admixture for Durable Concrete Structures

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

EAST SETAUKET, N.Y., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The December 2023 completion of the expansion and upgrade of the 3M Materials and Film Plants in Decatur, Alabama, enhances the plant's workplace safety and production throughput. PENETRON ADMIX SB, a crystalline concrete waterproofing admixture, was chosen as a permanent concrete waterproofing solution.

Key Points: 
  • PENETRON ADMIX SB, a crystalline concrete waterproofing admixture, was chosen as a permanent concrete waterproofing solution.
  • PENETRON ADMIX SB , a crystalline concrete waterproofing admixture, was chosen as a permanent concrete waterproofing solution.
  • Waterproofing and protecting concrete with PENETRON ADMIX SB enhances the durability and service life of any concrete structure.
  • However, Moon Concrete Services, the project's ready-mix concrete supplier, submitted PENETRON ADMIX SB , a crystalline waterproofing admixture, as an alternative solution.

Converge Announces Mix AI™, Predictive AI to Help Contractors Decarbonize Concrete Construction

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

LONDON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Converge, a leading construction technology company, has announced Mix AI™. This new tool uses predictive AI to assist contractors in reducing concrete overdesign and embodied carbon emissions, promoting low-carbon construction practices.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Converge , a leading construction technology company, has announced Mix AI™.
  • This new tool uses predictive AI to assist contractors in reducing concrete overdesign and embodied carbon emissions, promoting low-carbon construction practices.
  • Through Mix AI™, Converge is using cutting-edge AI techniques to deliver a real-world, highly-scalable digital solution to decarbonize the concrete sector," said Raphael Scheps, co-founder and CEO of Converge.
  • Mix AI™ enables contractors to choose concrete mixes with less cement, meeting performance specs while cutting down embodied carbon emissions.

Converge Announces Mix AI™, Predictive AI to Help Contractors Decarbonize Concrete Construction

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

LONDON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Converge, a leading construction technology company, has announced Mix AI™. This new tool uses predictive AI to assist contractors in reducing concrete overdesign and embodied carbon emissions, promoting low-carbon construction practices.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Converge , a leading construction technology company, has announced Mix AI™.
  • This new tool uses predictive AI to assist contractors in reducing concrete overdesign and embodied carbon emissions, promoting low-carbon construction practices.
  • Through Mix AI™, Converge is using cutting-edge AI techniques to deliver a real-world, highly-scalable digital solution to decarbonize the concrete sector," said Raphael Scheps, co-founder and CEO of Converge.
  • Mix AI™ enables contractors to choose concrete mixes with less cement, meeting performance specs while cutting down embodied carbon emissions.

Veneered Panels Market revenue to hit USD 16.5 Billion by 2033, Says We Market Research

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Monday, December 4, 2023

Softwood veneer panels are witnessing notable trends that underscore their rising popularity in diverse industries.

Key Points: 
  • Softwood veneer panels are witnessing notable trends that underscore their rising popularity in diverse industries.
  • A significant trend is the growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly materials, aligning with the environmentally conscious ethos.
  • Another key trend involves the versatility of softwood veneer panels, with manufacturers and designers exploring innovative applications in both residential and commercial settings.
  • Some of the major companies operating within the veneered panels market are GREENLAM INDUSTRIES LTD., Sauers & Company Veneers, Oakwood Veneer Company, Veneer Technologies, Inc, FormWood Industries, Inc., Turakhia Overseas Pvt.

Veneered Panels Market revenue to hit USD 16.5 Billion by 2033, Says We Market Research

Retrieved on: 
Monday, December 4, 2023

Softwood veneer panels are witnessing notable trends that underscore their rising popularity in diverse industries.

Key Points: 
  • Softwood veneer panels are witnessing notable trends that underscore their rising popularity in diverse industries.
  • A significant trend is the growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly materials, aligning with the environmentally conscious ethos.
  • Another key trend involves the versatility of softwood veneer panels, with manufacturers and designers exploring innovative applications in both residential and commercial settings.
  • Some of the major companies operating within the veneered panels market are GREENLAM INDUSTRIES LTD., Sauers & Company Veneers, Oakwood Veneer Company, Veneer Technologies, Inc, FormWood Industries, Inc., Turakhia Overseas Pvt.

PLANET FITNESS LAUNCHES "PERKSFEST" WITH EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS FROM NATIONAL BRAND PARTNERS TO KICKSTART HOLIDAY SHOPPING SEASON

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Monday, November 27, 2023

HAMPTON, N.H., Nov. 27, 2023  /PRNewswire/ -- Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, announced PerksFest is kicking off today through Dec. 11, where all Planet Fitness members can take advantage of special deals from popular brands like Fitbit, Crocs, Hotels.com, Expedia, Blue Apron, and more! These exciting member-only deals, are available just in time for holiday shopping season, and can be accessed through the PF App. Anyone interested in joining Planet Fitness can also take advantage of PerksFest discounts, find their nearest club, or join online here. Right now, PF Black Card® members can join for $1 down and only $24.99 a month* (no commitment) through November 30. The PF Black Card® membership includes additional amenities such as the ability to bring a guest every day at no additional charge, and access to all 2,400+ Planet Fitness locations in all 50 states, and more!

Key Points: 
  • These exciting member-only deals, are available just in time for holiday shopping season, and can be accessed through the PF App.
  • Anyone interested in joining Planet Fitness can also take advantage of PerksFest discounts, find their nearest club, or join online here .
  • "At Planet Fitness, we're committed to providing value to our members inside and outside our clubs," said Sherrill Kaplan, Chief Digital Officer at Planet Fitness.
  • To view all Planet Fitness Perks during PerksFest and after, or for more information, download the Planet Fitness App or visit Planetfitness.com/pf-membership-perks .