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Volvo EC300D’s scoop Black Gold for Banks Mining

Digger Blog

This latest assortment of machines has initially been delivered to Banks Mining’s Shotton Surface Mine near Cramlington, the largest approved surface coal mine currently operating in the UK, and is part of an up-grade to Banks’ existing fleet.

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Your ENERGY STAR Score is About to Fall Precipitously

Green Building Law Update

Every score model we reviewed saw a drop in ENERGY STAR score except hotels. The following 1 to 100 ENERGY STAR score models will be updated: bank branches, courthouses, financial offices, hotels, houses of worship, K-12 schools, offices, retail, supermarkets, and warehouses. You have 75 days to act.

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Making the Transition to Net Zero Homes: Product Design

Pro Builder

With that, designing and placing a home with a south-facing roof expanse (including that of the garage and covered balconies) is ideal for generating the most solar energy possible to supplement or replace utility-supplied electricity. Computer modeling helps home builders test concepts and plans for net zero homes before they break ground.

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How to Start an Electrical Business: 9 Tips for Growth

Levelset

If you’re looking to start an electrical business, it’s the perfect time to flip the switch. Industry research shows that the US electrical industry has more than 1 million employees working for 200,000 businesses — and annual revenue exceeding $200 billion. Action item: Create a growth plan for your electrical company.

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Architect Describes How He Made His Passive Home

Natural Building

Our professors said we had to start designing structures that heated and cooled themselves, produced electricity, and actually improved the environment around them. But we would actually have electricity and everything a “normal” house would have. They have a super efficient model and it just sips the energy.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

The Business of Construction Risk Management » The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Building Information Modeling (BIM) is no different. Modeling & Design. To produce a digital model, the objects are assembled like a three-dimensional puzzle. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->.

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Best Ariat Work Boots

Work Gearz

This is a really terrific durable model for those professionals looking for great safety features. This popular model is constructed with imported leather and a heavy-duty durable rubber outsole. The steel toe model offers a steel toe cap to protect your toe area. It may be a bit heavier than other models due to this.

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