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What are Traps | What Does Trap do | 12 Types of Traps In Plumbing

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As the name suggests, traps simply trap the water and sewer gas. The seal is important to keep the environment fresh as it will prevent sewer gasses from entering the building. Traps are designed to prevent sewer odors from entering the home through the plumbing fixtures. What Does Trap do? Running Trap. Building Trap.

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Business Report: Chicago Will Host Digital Manufacturing And Design Innovation Institute

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President Obama has awarded Chicago a $70 million grant from the Department of Defense to build a $320-million Digital Manufacturing and Design Innovation Institute. The Digital Lab will apply computing technologies to address the manufacturing challenges faced by the Department of Defense.

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Green construction tips to make your facility environmentally friendly

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Across the commercial, residential and industrial spectrum, water quality is heavily regulated. In addition, if owners can demonstrate that their building will use less water over the lifespan of the building, they can save money before construction is even finished in the form of reduced sewer tap-in costs.

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SPECIAL REPORT: The Carolinas Are Bringing The Business

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Borghetti Turbos’ products are marketed under the Master Power brand and used in commercial trucks, high-performance automobiles and marine and industrial applications. The county also approved sewer extensions for the other 270-acre industrial park that is two miles off the interstate. million in Lincolnton over the next three years.

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Less Is More In New England

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The Granite Ridge Development District: The creation of the Granite Ridge Development District, a 913-acre commercial and entertainment zone, involved policy changes as well as active investment attraction. The city rezoned the acreage for maximum density and favorable construction conditions beneficial to commercial developers.

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STATE INCENTIVES GUIDE

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ALABAMA INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM: Funds are available for extension of water, sewer and road facilities. ALABAMA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT LOAN PROGRAM: The state has more than 2,300 commercial lending sources with assets of over $61.3 Loans may be made for working capital, equipment, construction or other commercial purposes.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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Alabama Infrastructure Grant Program: Funds are available to public entities for extension of water, sewer and road facilities to service new or expanding industries. Alabama Economic Development Loan Program: The state has more than 2,300 commercial lending sources with assets of over $61.3

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