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Apple Revokes Policy Against Hiring Felons for Construction Work

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Apple has lifted the ban on workers convicted of felonies within the past seven years from working on its new campus construction site. . Apple was criticized by union leaders, who say construction jobs are a key source of work for felons trying to transition back into society, reports the San Jose Mercury News. '

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Veev’s Amit Haller on Scaling Innovation and Shortening the Supply Chain

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A look at how the off-site digital prefabricator and on-site installer of multi- and single-family homes and accessory dwelling units succeeded in shortening its supply chain and reducing selling prices. The San Mateo, Calif., Off-Site Construction: A Real-World Study: Putting stick-framing vs. panelized systems to the test.

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Battle for North America

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At least two sites in Mexico are candidates for the facility, which may produce BMW’s bestselling 3-Series vehicles. billion plant in San Jose Chiapa, Mexico. State officials broadly hinted before the vote that if the union was rejected VW would commit to expanding production at the Tennessee plant. Far West U.S.

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5 Best Work Boots for IronWorkers – Reviews and Buyer’s Guide

Work Gearz

Ironworkers have to deal with many hazards in the job sites such as going through cuts, falling of heavy loads, handling electric current. These full-grain leather boots are made in USA by the union workers who are noted for their class apart performance since decades. Anti-slip outsoles. Check Price and Reviews on Amazon.

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COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – Metro And Global Rankings

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The riverfront complex is being built on the old Advocate newspaper site bordered by Main, North, Lafayette Street and River Road. Honeywell Performance Materials and Technologies recently announced a $208-million investment in new manufacturing at its four production sites in Louisiana. The approximately $30.5 billion over 10 years.

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STATE INCENTIVES GUIDE

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Types of Capital Credit projects include: New Project or Expansion Project: Consists of new investment at a new site in Alabama, or new investment that will expand the capacity and the number of employees at an existing facility. The law allows more than one project on the same site. CONNECTICUT.

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