Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

OSHA Top 10 Series: Fall Protection Applications and Innovative Technology. The number of citations against this standard exceed 6,000, with industries such as construction and manufacturing identified as top offenders. Controlled Access Zones. Personal Fall Arrest Systems. Positioning Device Systems. Warning Line Systems.

OSHA 48

OSHA Innovation Injury Safety 48

Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

OSHA Top 10 Series: Fall Protection Applications and Innovative Technology . The number of citations against this standard exceed 6,000, with industries such as Construction and manufacturing identified as top offenders. Controlled Access Zones. Personal Fall Arrest Systems. Positioning Device Systems. Warning Line Systems.

OSHA 48

OSHA Innovation Injury Safety 48

Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

New research from CareerBuilder has identified seven major trends that have significantly influenced job creation over the last seven years (2010-2017). The seven trends are listed below, along with examples of impacted occupations for each trend with job growth rates from 2010 to 2017. Rapid Technology Innovation.

Software 55

Software Software Innovation Employment 55

Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

How strategic Building America research helped create an innovative, market-ready HVAC solution for heating and cooling ducts inside conditioned spaces. Today, PEX is the predominant plumbing system in new residential construction. . From 2015 to 2017, IBACOS performed lab tests and modeling to validate the technology.

Residential 98

Residential Roads America Innovation 98

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AUGUST 30, 2017

From the July/August 2017 Isssue. According to the Connecticut Department of Labor, the May 2017 unemployment rate for Connecticut was estimated at 4.9 percent (seasonally adjusted), unchanged from April 2017 and down four-tenths of a percentage point from a year ago. By the BF Staff. percent in 2016, was down 0.8 The NH Dept.

Rhode Island 52

Rhode Island Connecticut Massachusetts New Hampshire 52

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JULY 24, 2019

4 in Best Business Climate, Texas—all have been perennial contenders for BF’s top honor, the State of the Year Award: Texas and Tennessee each have won the award three times since it was created in 2007; Virginia was the 2018 SOTY; Alabama won BF’s top award in 2017. “An Louisiana, no.

North Carolina 111

North Carolina San Antonio Louisiana Tennessee 111

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AUGUST 25, 2021

In 2017 FPL purchased?the? 35 Mules, powered by FPL, is an innovation hub helping startups in the energy, water and energy-adjacent industries bring their ideas to life faster, smarter and at scale. In early 2021, FPL began construction of the world’s largest integrated solar-powered battery—a 409-MW project in Manatee County, Florida.

Florida 115

Florida New York Electrical Innovation 115

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NOVEMBER 15, 2017

From the September/October 2017 Issue. Rauner also signed legislation to revive an expired tax credit that encourages investment dollars into early-stage, innovative companies in Illinois. Qualifying companies must have fewer than 100 employees and be principally engaged in innovation or technology in Illinois. “It Rauner said.

Illinois 53

Illinois Arlington Chicago Airports 53

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OCTOBER 23, 2017

From the September/October 2017 Issue. N ew technologies and business models have the heavy/discrete manufacturing industry on the verge of an innovative new period that promises greater productivity and the potential for lower costs, according to a recent report prepared by GE. By the BF Staff. advanced manufacturing.

Kentucky 42

Kentucky Florida Nebraska New Jersey 42

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JULY 11, 2014

Discovered In PA-Developed In PA: Grant program established by the Corbett Administration to build capacity to better support Pennsylvania businesses and to spur creativity and innovation in the provision of economic development services. Eligible applicants are private and public sector entities whose mission includes economic development.

Pennsylvania 45

Pennsylvania Finance Zoning Banking 45

Business Facilities

DECEMBER 6, 2017

From the September/October 2017 Issue. This high achievement level is one reason a 2017 Chief Executive survey of CEOs placed Iowa second in the nation in worker quality. The latest innovation emerging from Iowa is transforming the chemical business from one based on oil to one based upon bioproducts. By the BF Staff.

Iowa 43

Iowa Site Illinois Education 43

Pro Builder

OCTOBER 5, 2020

And, perhaps, an influx of skilled construction labor may also help close the housing supply gap. NAHB has tracked Trump’s housing-related achievements, mostly through executive orders, which reduced or eliminated regulations the NAHB deemed detrimental to new-home construction or sales. . NAHB and Trump Working to Reopen the Country.

Housing 105

Housing NAHB Income Infrastructure 105

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 9, 2020

Montgomery County, Maryland is on the cusp of being the first to adopt the 2018 International Green Construction Code. Montgomery County was among the first jurisdictions in the country, in 2008, to adopt a mandatory green building law for private building, requiring most new construction be LEED certified. But apparently not for long.

Regulation 69

Regulation Green Denver Permits 69

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 18, 2013

The primary service territory of the organization is Lancaster County and its primary focus is on Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E), Business Attraction, Entrepreneurship and Innovation (E&I) and Community Competitiveness. The City has two HUB Zones through SBA, and is a New Market Tax Credits eligible community.

El Paso 106

El Paso Indianapolis Zoning New Jersey 106

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AUGUST 1, 2014

Baton Rouge, LA has had great success in executing its strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors. The Apple facility in Texas will become one of four global operations centers for the tech giant outside of its California HQ.

Metro 111

Metro Detroit Austin Baltimore 111

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DECEMBER 7, 2017

From the September/October 2017 Issue. OEDIT is committed to building rural economies through a variety of innovative programs and initiatives,” Copeland said. “We Most also qualify for multiple tax credits through the Colorado Enterprise Zone. By the BF Staff. The program, known as Blueprint 2.0, Affordable sites with a view.

Colorado 43

Colorado Airports Site Resource 43

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NOVEMBER 7, 2017

From the September/October 2017 Issue. Initiatives include pipeline programs for high school students, skills training for mid-career employees, our innovative Justice to Journeyman program, full-tuition scholarships for in-demand careers, and large-scale reinvestments in training facilities. By the BF Staff.

Kentucky 64

Kentucky Louisville Certification Education 64

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FEBRUARY 26, 2014

The Apple manufacturing facility will create 700 jobs with average salaries of $45,000 as well as 1,300 construction jobs, creating an overall economic impact for the region of $1.33 Nathan Deal announces General Motors will open an IT Innovation Center in Roswell creating 1,000 high-tech jobs and investing $26 million. manufacturing.”

Deals 107

Deals Georgia Arizona Atlanta 107

Pro Builder

APRIL 7, 2021

Several of our young leaders also took their family businesses to the next level by targeting 55+ buyers or streamlining selections so projects would move faster from contract to construction. Koby Bowen , 38, President / CEO of Construction and Design, Homes of Distinction, Rogers, Ark. Horton, Denver. Itasca, Ill. Valparaiso, Ind.

Industrial 98

Industrial El Paso Education Cleveland 98

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APRIL 15, 2014

It allows for the construction of roads, bridges, etc. Industrial Revenue Bonds: May be used as long-term financing of up to 100% of a project for: Acquisition of land, buildings, site preparation and improvements; Construction of buildings; Acquisition and installation of furnishings, fixtures and equipment; Capitalizable soft costs (e.g.,

Income 108

Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

Business Facilities

AUGUST 14, 2017

From the July/August 2017 Issue. M idway through 2017 the Food Processing industry already has seen a number of expansions and relocations along with new facility construction. VARCO PRUDEN BUILDINGS AND RUDOLPH/LIBBE CONSTRUCTION BUILD WINNING SOLUTION. By the BF Staff. New York City and beyond.

Industrial 60

Industrial Indiana New Jersey Products 60

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 21, 2014

SALES & USE TAX ABATEMENTS: Taxes on construction-related transactions, pollution control devices are exempt from sales and use taxes. ENTERPRISE ZONE CREDIT: To stimulate growth in depressed areas of the state, Alabama offers certain tax credit incentives to business that locate or expand within a designated enterprise zone.

Income 75

Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75

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JUNE 22, 2016

Here’s the good news: most of the states (and the federal government) got the memo (Workforce Training is Job One) and they are moving aggressively to put in place innovative and highly effective workforce training programs that put forward-thinking businesses and higher education resources on the same team. 220 in Daleville.

Engineering 75

Engineering Oklahoma North Carolina Virginia 75

Construction Test

APRIL 27, 2020

An explosion of innovative eateries by boundary-pushing cooks. It’s earned the former economist a shelf-full of accolades, including a 2017 Basque Culinary World Prize. “Prepare to take a trip around Colombia,” says our server, “and to be taken out of your comfort zone.” The result? LEO, BOGOTA.

America 26

America Innovation New York Zoning 26

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OCTOBER 18, 2012

Key centers of innovation and collaboration in Pittsburgh include Innovation Works, the McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine, Pittsburgh Life Sciences Greenhouse (PLSG), Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center (PSC), Pittsburgh Technology Council and the Pittsburgh Tissue Engineering Institute.

Omaha 76

Omaha Mobility Georgia Arkansas 76

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JUNE 5, 2014

So we’re opening this year’s annual global tour of the biotech/pharma industry with a look at Manchester’s remarkable development as one of the world’s leading centers for innovation, particularly in the realm of biohealth research. Then, it’s back to the U.S., In the UK, Manchester is a city of medical and technology pioneers.

Georgia 68

Georgia Pennsylvania Innovation Industrial 68

Pro Builder

OCTOBER 5, 2020

For more information about the project, including construction progress photos and videos, go to pbultimatezen.com. Announcing the 2017 Builder of the Year: Thrive Home Builders. Innovation. The Ultimate Z.E.N. Home is a collaboration of Thrive Home Builders, the Energy & Environmental Building Alliance (EEBA), and Pro Builder.

Housing 52

Housing Denver Plans Products 52

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 30, 2017

From the September/October 2017 Issue. There are also 12 new residential subdivisions planned, and the county recently added 350 acres zoned industrial, which can accommodate more than 3 million square feet of new development. By the BF Staff. A major logistics trend on the rise is autonomous road transportation—no drivers needed.

Nashville 51

Nashville Airports Transportation Louisiana 51

Business Facilities

JULY 6, 2016

billion investment by Dominion Virginia Power, which constructed a cutting-edge technology power plant. Through the Enterprise Zones Program business and industry can realize state incentives such as Job Creation Grants and Real Property Investment Grants, while also realizing a number of local tax and other incentives.

Roads 41

Roads Airports Indiana Transportation 41

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JULY 23, 2013

Ipreo Holdings plans to create 250 new jobs by the end of 2017 when it establishes a business center in Wake County, NC. COLLABORATION, INNOVATION IN WINSTON-SALEM. The success of this project has created a great deal of momentum in the Wake Forest Innovation Quarter, downtown Winston-Salem’s urban research campus.

North Carolina 74

North Carolina South Carolina Electrical Charlotte 74

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MARCH 28, 2014

We kept our eyes peeled for the essential DNA of a successful jobs-creation effort and innovative formulas for growth that deserve to be replicated. This year, we’ve selected five innovative programs to receive our awards for Achievement in Targeted Incentives. The focus of our 2014 Economic Development Awards is Achievement.

Indiana 108

Indiana NJ Georgia Kentucky 108

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APRIL 6, 2016

million for Phase III of construction of a new empty container depot. Kaiser Permanente’s devotion to bettering the lives of citizens through innovative health care services makes the company a good fit for Georgia. The larger vessels offer more than 30 percent savings on shipping costs. In other business, the GPA board approved $8.2

Georgia 40

Georgia Columbus Atlanta Metro 40

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MARCH 8, 2016

New Venture Capital Fund: The New Venture Capital Program is an innovative financial program that provides flexible financing through debt and equity investments for new or expanding businesses in the state of North Dakota. Loan funds may be used to finance real estate, machinery and equipment and for the purchase or leasing of equipment.

North Dakota 40

North Dakota Income Finance Equipment 40

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MAY 5, 2016

A return to growth will be healthy for innovation, product development and game-changing technology creation—a cornerstone of this industry.”. Rochester real estate is some of the most affordable in the Seacoast and land locations are available for new construction with significant state and local incentives. million indirectly.

Industrial 40

Industrial Airports Louisiana Florida 40

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Under a public-private partnership (P3) agreement with Ports America Chesapeake, a 50-foot deep container berth was constructed in 2012. Construction of Craney Island Marine Terminal is underway at the Port, while dredging began last fall and will continue for the next eight to 10 years. The cranes were also part of the agreement.

Baltimore 88

Baltimore Delaware New Jersey Virginia 88

Business Facilities

AUGUST 5, 2019

By reducing the time it takes a company to begin construction of a new facility, states and local communities are able to provide valuable savings to businesses as well as job opportunities for local residents. Iowa’s costs for equipment rental, construction, payroll, workers’ compensation and utilities are all below the national average.

Site 87

Site Iowa Georgia Wisconsin 87

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APRIL 12, 2016

Our 2016 awards include recognition for the locations that have led the way in smart-grid modernization, innovative funding for infrastructure projects, renewable energy breakthroughs and new tools for supporting startups and entrepreneurs. We handed out awards to 30 locations in 11 different categories. Plenary Group USA Ltd.

Indiana 40

Indiana New York New Jersey Wisconsin 40