Building Systems

Blue Onyx Adds Industry Veteran Tricia Wood as New Vice President of Development

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021

Blue Onyx Companies (Blue Onyx), a privately held real estate development, investment and property management firm, today announced the hiring of Tricia Wood as Vice President of Development.

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  • Blue Onyx Companies (Blue Onyx), a privately held real estate development, investment and property management firm, today announced the hiring of Tricia Wood as Vice President of Development.
  • Wood joins the firm at a pivotal time as Blue Onyx continues to expand its Northeast portfolio and development pipeline of mixed-use properties, which exceeds $600 million of estimated construction costs.
  • Wood will be joining the firms current executive team led by founder and CEO Levi Kelman.
  • Founded in 2009 by current CEO Levi Kelman, Blue Onyx Companies is a fully-integrated commercial real estate development, construction, leasing, and property management company.

3Phase Elevator and Gable Elevator Announce Merger

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021

3Phase Elevator, a leading independent elevator and escalator services provider, today announced that it has merged with Gable Elevator, a provider of elevator maintenance, repair, and modernization services in the Cleveland and Columbus markets.

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  • 3Phase Elevator, a leading independent elevator and escalator services provider, today announced that it has merged with Gable Elevator, a provider of elevator maintenance, repair, and modernization services in the Cleveland and Columbus markets.
  • Gable Elevator, a family-owned and operated company, uses non-proprietary elevator components and elevator equipment to service commercial buildings in the surrounding areas of Cleveland and Columbus.
  • The existing Gable team, led by Phil Isaac and Matt Schumann, will remain in place and the company will continue to serve customers under the Gable Elevator brand.
  • When we first met Rick and Phil, we knew they were like-minded partners, said Mike Strachan, CEO of 3Phase Elevator.

Kontrol Technologies Enters Quebec Demand Response Energy Market

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021

Kontrol Technologies Corp. ( NEO:KNR ) ( OTCQB:KNRLF ) ( FSE:1K8 ) (Kontrol or the Company), a leader in smart buildings and cities through IoT, Cloud and SaaS technologies, is entering the Quebec demand response energy market for commercial and multi-residential buildings.

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  • Kontrol Technologies Corp. ( NEO:KNR ) ( OTCQB:KNRLF ) ( FSE:1K8 ) (Kontrol or the Company), a leader in smart buildings and cities through IoT, Cloud and SaaS technologies, is entering the Quebec demand response energy market for commercial and multi-residential buildings.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211222005146/en/
    The demand response markets are growing rapidly across North America due to advancement of smart technologies, which utilities are increasingly leveraging for operating efficiency and resource allocation, said Paul Ghezzi, CEO of Kontrol Technologies.
  • We look forward to serving customers in the Quebec market in the near term, helping to facilitate utility grid optimization, energy conservation and greenhouse gas emission reduction.
  • Through its operating subsidiary, Hilo, Hydro Qubec offers a demand response program which encourages buildings to participate in reducing energy consumption in peak demand periods.

KB Home Announces the Grand Opening of Travisso, a New-Home Community in Highly Desirable Elk Grove, California

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021

KB Home (NYSE: KBH) today announced the grand opening of Travisso, a new single-family home community in highly desirable Elk Grove, California.

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  • KB Home (NYSE: KBH) today announced the grand opening of Travisso, a new single-family home community in highly desirable Elk Grove, California.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211222005078/en/
    KB Home announces the grand opening of Travisso, a new-home community in highly desirable Elk Grove, California.
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    The new homes at Travisso showcase desirable design characteristics like spacious kitchens overlooking great rooms, expansive bedroom suites with walk-in closets, and ample storage space.
  • Travissos convenient location provides easy access to Highway 99, Interstate 5 and Sacramentos major employment centers, said Adam Hieb, President of KB Homes Sacramento division.

Global Elevator Control Market Outlook to 2026: Hitachi, Hyundai Elevator, Toshiba Elevators and Building Systems, and Mitsubishi Electric Dominate - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021

The "Elevator Control Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Elevator Control Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The outbreak of the COVID-19 across the globe has significantly disrupted the supply chain and production of the elevator control market in 2020.
  • The rapid increase in infrastructure spending in developing economies is expected to boost the elevator market.
  • The rapid urbanization of the Asia-Pacific region has shaped the skyscrapers' market due to increased demand for infrastructure and population density.

Zurn Water Solutions Joins the United Nations Global Compact

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Zurn Water Solutions Corporation (NYSE: ZWS) announced today it joined the United Nations Global Compact Initiative a voluntary leadership platform for the development, implementation, and disclosure of responsible business practices.

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  • Zurn Water Solutions Corporation (NYSE: ZWS) announced today it joined the United Nations Global Compact Initiative a voluntary leadership platform for the development, implementation, and disclosure of responsible business practices.
  • Joining the initiative aligns with Zurn Water Solutions recent transition to a pure-play water solutions company that provides a premier ecosystem of products and solutions that protect human health and the environment.
  • Zurn Water Solutions operates as an inherently sustainable company by providing water solutions to customers while conducting business in a safe way for its employees and communities.
  • In addition to the UN Global Compact principles, Zurn Water Solutions has made sustainably inspired commitments to:
    Participation in the UN Global Compact further strengthens Zurn Water Solutions ongoing Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy , which is overseen by the ESG Committee of the Board of Directors.

Global $7.7 Billion Flooring Adhesive Market Global Forecasts to 2028: Resin Held Largest Revenue Share of 41% in 2020 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

The global flooring adhesive market size is expected to reach USD 7.7 billion by 2028.

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  • The global flooring adhesive market size is expected to reach USD 7.7 billion by 2028.
  • The market is projected to be driven by a growing emphasis on luxury homes and increasing investments in the construction sector.
  • Growth in the flooring industry is compelling adhesive manufacturers to expand their presence through mergers and acquisitions and capacity expansions.
  • By resin, the acrylic segment held the largest revenue share of over 41.0% in 2020.

Global Split Air Conditioning System Markets, 2021-2026 - AC's Becoming a Necessity Rather than a Luxury Product - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

The Global Split Air Conditioning System Market is estimated to be USD 27.64 Bn in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 39.68 Bn by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 7.5%.

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  • The Global Split Air Conditioning System Market is estimated to be USD 27.64 Bn in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 39.68 Bn by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 7.5%.
  • The Global Split Air Conditioning Market is driven by factors such as rising temperature conditions, increase in construction of office and smart homes and rising adoption of IoT & green technologies.
  • Whereas the unpredictability in prices of raw materials, and expensive routine maintenance work acts as a restraint for the Split AC production and subsequent sale in the market.
  • Rising middle-class population & disposable income in developing countries and AC becoming a necessity rather than a luxury product provides a great opportunity for the growth of the market.

Daikin Announces Daikin ATMOSPHERA with R-32 Refrigerant

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

The new Daikin ATMOSPHERA system featuring R-32 refrigerant from Daikin North America LLC is a powerful, new single-zone system that has a lower GWP, is more efficient and may help lower end-user electric bills compared to R-410A models.

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  • The new Daikin ATMOSPHERA system featuring R-32 refrigerant from Daikin North America LLC is a powerful, new single-zone system that has a lower GWP, is more efficient and may help lower end-user electric bills compared to R-410A models.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The new Daikin ATMOSPHERA system featuring R-32 refrigerant from Daikin North America LLC is a single zone, ductless system that gains impressive efficiencies over its R-410A predecessor line, the LV Series, with up to 27.4 SEER, 13.8 HSPF and 16.3 EER ratings for ultra-efficient cooling and heating.
  • Weve also built advanced features into Daikin ATMOSPHERA heat pumps that improve comfort, cleanliness, and usability while simplifying maintenance.
  • For more about Daikin ATMOSPHERA and the low-GWP potential benefits of R-32, visit www.DaikinAtmosphera.com and www.R32Reasons.com .

Global Pipe Insulation Market Trends Analysis & Forecasts, 2021-2028: Products (Cellular Glass, Elastomeric Foam), & Application (Industrial, Building & Construction) - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

The "Pipe Insulation Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Cellular Glass, Elastomeric Foam), By Application (Industrial, Building & Construction), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2021 - 2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Pipe Insulation Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Cellular Glass, Elastomeric Foam), By Application (Industrial, Building & Construction), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2021 - 2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global pipe insulation market size is expected to reach USD 12.1 billion by 2028, and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 5.4% from 2021 to 2028.
  • Increasing infrastructure spending in the emerging markets of Asia Pacific and Central and South America is expected to propel market growth.
  • Furthermore, players such as Knauf Insulation and Armacell LLC are integrated across the value chain to gain a competitive advantage.