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The New Normal: Commercial Construction Continues in Unprecedented COVID-19 Times

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Currently, construction sites are open and work is continuing in most states where we have projects underway — including our home state of Illinois where construction is deemed an “essential” business exempt from the current stay-at-home directive put in place by our governor.

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Safety as service for Kevin Moorhead

The Korte Company

He was born in Hawaii, and his father’s career took the family all over the world — Germany, Texas and Idaho, to name a few, and eventually Illinois. When Kevin and Karmen both left the military in 1988, they moved back to Trenton, Illinois. Kevin grew up as a self-described “military brat.” Kevin’s heard every excuse in the book.

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Safety as service for Kevin Moorehead

The Korte Company

He was born in Hawaii, and his father’s career took the family all over the world — Germany, Texas and Idaho, to name a few, and eventually Illinois. When Kevin and Karmen both left the military in 1988, they moved back to Trenton, Illinois. Kevin grew up as a self-described “military brat.” Kevin’s heard every excuse in the book.

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How to plan your warehouse layout

The Korte Company

As we discuss the multitude of factors influencing the layout of a warehouse, we’ll share stories from past warehouse construction projects and actual drawings made during the early stages of projects to illustrate how discussions about these important assets turn into plans on paper. See the drawings here if you want to skip ahead.

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Points of Entry for Cash-Rich Cargo

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Chicago Executive Airport serves as a hub for business and industry and as a logical magnet drawing businesses to the area. billion in projects are currently under negotiation, which will bring an estimated 1,100 new jobs to Stockton. Additionally, another $1.7 Port of Stockton.

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COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – State Rankings

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The first was not unexpected, although China’s lead in developing alternative energy is expected to shrink as its ability to spur solar panel production is eliminated by trade negotiators enforcing a WTO decision citing China for subsidizing its industry. Rounding out the top 10 are Illinois, Ohio, Florida, Utah and Wyoming.

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Locations For The Food Processing Industry: The Food Puzzle

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Located on the Indiana and Illinois border along the Wabash River between Evansville and Terre Haute, the county is home to ample farmland and a pioneer spirit dating back to the Louisiana Purchase. Besides being a leading industry, this industry is a big draw for talent. Indiana ranks No. 6 in watermelons.