Jan 28, 2012
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Bethlehem, Pa. (PRWEB) January 26, 2012
Two buildings constructed with CarbonCast High Performance Insulated Wall Panels from AltusGroup precasters (altusprecast.com) were recipients of American Concrete Institute (ACI) Awards and Precast Concrete Institute (PCI) Design Awards in 2011.
The $ 66 million, 340,000 square-foot, Tucker High School, Tucker, Ga., uses 210,000 sq. ft. of CarbonCast High Performance Insulated Wall Panels by AltusGroup precaster, Metromont Corporation, Hiram, Ga. It was awarded first place for low-rise buildings at the Georgia Chapter ACI awards banquet in January 2011 and recipient of the PCI Design Award for Best All Precast Solution presented in September 2011.
They had the architectural finish on the outside, which contributed to a very aesthetically pleasing building. And, they had the insulation built in as a structural element, which was a really efficient use of an exterior wall system, say judges at PCI.
Panels comprise two concrete wythes separated by continuous insulation (ci), and connected by C-GRID? carbon fiber grid shear trusses. They are fully structurally composite and thermally efficient. Through their use, the facility exceeded ASHRAE 90.1 Energy Standards by 30 percent, significantly reducing operating costs without compromising aesthetics.
Construction was also completed in just 52 days since panels are manufactured off-site in a controlled factory environment and delivered for immediate erection.
AltusGroup precaster High Concrete Group LLC, Denver, Pa., also used CarbonCast High Performance Insulated Wall Panels on the $ 10 million, 40,000-square-foot Indiana University Innovation Center, Bloomington, Ind. The structure won co-winner Best University Project for the 2011 PCI Design Awards.
This building was singled out for the ways that it uses precast concrete, both for its forming ability and for its ability to meet sustainability goals that perhaps other materials couldnt have met say judges at PCI.
About AltusGroup
The first-ever national partnership of precast companies, AltusGroup was founded to develop, manufacture and market precast innovations like the breakthrough CarbonCast product line featuring C-GRID? carbon fiber grid reinforcing. With more than 30 structural and architectural locations in the United States, AltusGroup companies have an unparalleled national network of manufacturing plants, technical staff and sales personnel. CarbonCast has been honored with ARCHITECT magazines R+D award in addition to recognition as an innovative product in Architectural Record, Transmaterial and other media outlets. Architects, engineers and contractors will get the help they needand the quality and performance they expectwhen they select reinforced CarbonCast products. For more information, visit altusprecast.com or call 866-GO-ALTUS.
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Jan 26, 2012
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Calabasas, CA (PRWEB) January 25, 2012
ENSELE recently began posting video recordings of users experience with the ENSELE Forecasts to the ENSELE Facebook page. ENSELE felt users needed a way to see and hear the experiences of other ENSELE members. The Facebook page ENSELE also allows for new visitors to LIKE the page and get a FREE ENSELE Forecast.
ENSELE was founded with the mission to help guide people in health, wealth and personal relationships. It is these three categories that encapsulate everything an individual sets goals and action for.
ENSELE Forecast is based on the natural law of growth, the mathematical principal. Once aware of the principles of cycles, one can begin to recognize it in many facets of life, as well as observe its symbology in the ancient philosophical writings and also used by Albert Einstein.
When one is born, one joins the universal cycle of life and one’s personal 9-year cycle is established. The power of life expresses from within each person and is guided by the reasoning mind, which is the greater controlling power expressing the intelligent unfolding of one’s potential although the cyclic rhythms of growth, (also found in the observance of nature).
The is a natural tide (cycle) in the affairs of people and one must “go with the flow” or “work in harmony” with the universal rhythms of life.
Earth time is measured in segments of the revolution of the earth in its solar orbit. The ENSELE Forecast measures the relationship between the universal cycle of life and each person, pertaining to each division of time using the mathematical principle. It is not the gravitational influence of a distant planet that guides one’s destiny. It is rather, the unfolding through the rhythmical sequences of growth, which can be recognized in nature such as root development, rapid plant expansion, budding, flowering, fruition and resting. Every division of time expresses a relationship to the qualities. Mind can use the understanding of these cyclic qualities of intelligence to create progress and control of actions fully to utilize the potential expression of the specific qualities of time.
The difference between the power of the universal intelligence expressing through the Cyclic Law of ENSELE Forecasts and the power of the solar bodies of astrology is that, in astrology, humankind is placed in a subordinate role affected externally by the force of the planets, influenced by circumstances to be handled as best one can. Rather the ENSELE Forecasts cyclic and mathematical principle teaches that each person is the channel of the universal intelligence expressing as the life within. ENSELE Forecast states that humans have the intelligence and responsibility to develop our minds to utilize our creative abilities we control and direct our affairs in harmony with the laws of nature. ENSELE Forecasts states that humans are not pawns of planetary forces but creative mental powers with the responsibility to understand and use the powers of life to fulfill ones fullest potential.
By understanding and using the laws of aerodynamics, humanity demonstrates mastery over the air. By understanding and using the Cyclic Law of ENSELE Forecasts, individuals can demonstrate intelligent utilization of time, getting the most constructive value and direction from it.
ENSELE Forecasts are gaining Fans on Facebook, and receiving popularity on a global scale as the most popular application used for real life. Astrology is too general and often just used for entertainment, not really taken seriously because it is so generalized to all Zodiac signs. But the ENSELE Forecasts deliver real, practical results that people enjoy.
ENSELE is gathering and sharing input and feedback from users experience with the ENSELE Forecasts around the world. To share an experience, please submit a video to info@ensele.com or post it on our Facebook page.
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Jan 24, 2012
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Paphos, Cyprus (PRWEB UK) 22 January 2012
Ths prime-location development, Alexander Heights, is set in one of the most desirable locations of South West Cyprus prestigious lifestyle resort. Inspired by the incomparable and 360 degree vistas, the architects have capitalized on the natural contours of the south-facing site. Villas promise unrivalled and uninterrupted views over the Mediterranean Sea from sunrise to sunset and each features a private pool set in spacious terraces and stunning gardens, plus an effortless lifestyle is assured with under-floor heating, concealed dual air conditioning/heating, home automation electrics and a discreet security system.
Sympathetic to the traditional village architecture of Cyprus, but reinterpreted with contemporary and uncompromising luxury, meticulous attention to every detail is evident throughout the Alexander Heights properties, from the charming architectural accents of wood, stone and traditional terracotta tiles to the extravagantly appointed kitchens and marble-floored bathrooms.
The gated community comprises of 69 properties in total 21 Villas, 16 Junior Villas and 32 Apartments. Prices start from 594,000 for a two-bedroom Apartment, 1,100,000 for a Junior Villa and 1,845,000 for a Villa.
The actual construction of the project is divided into 2 phases. Phase 1 has started on January 9, 2012 and is planned to be completed by July 2013. During the first phase a number of 11 Villas, 14 Junior Villas and 16 Apartments are estimated to be complete which is a total of 41 units out of the 69 units of the complete project.
Alexander Heights will be the jewel of Real Estate at Aphrodite Hills and even though times are tough, Mr. Andronicos Antoniou, Head of Sales & Marketing at Real Estate department of Lanitis Development Ltd., was very happy to announce that so far 60% of the Villas and 25% of the Apartments of Phase I have been sold which it is great news as the total value of these properties that were sold has reached the amount of 15,500,000!
Mr. Antoniou also said Cyprus continues to be a popular investment choice for many and the island itself continues to elevate itself to a five-star level with its stable economy and well-established tourism and leisure infra-structure that is developing further with investments in four marinas, 11 golf courses, the airports, theme parks and an international conference centre and added with Lanitis being one of the most respected names in Cypriot real estate, buying property at Aphrodite Hills is definitely an investment that interested property buyers should look into!
For more information you can contact us via telephone 0207 195 1954, via email: infouk(at)lanitisdev(dot)com or visit our website at http://www.aphroditehills.com/cyprus_properties.
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Jan 22, 2012
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San Jose, California (PRWEB) January 19, 2012
Follow us on LinkedIn Globalization and sustainable development are major factors exhibiting a potential impact on the development of the mining industry. Companies are adopting various strategies for achieving sustainable development, in addition to managing and addressing environmental issues, regulatory risks, costs and investment related issues. Raw materials produced in the mining industry are significant starting products for several industries all over the world. Economic recovery helped in resuming mining operations at several locations following the increase in demand. Recuperation in the overall financial and economic conditions is expected to relieve pricing pressures and further increase the overall demand particularly in the end-use industry. Concerns are increasingly being raised over several issues such as climatic change, water loss, resource scarcity, population growth, energy conservation and biodiversity loss.
The accelerated industrialization of developing economies is fuelling commodity demand while several others are limiting exports of resources to suffice domestic demand. The Mining sector is witnessing shortage of skilled labor, demand surpassing supply and escalating prices. Apart from affecting prices of commodities, the scenario is altering the business approaches. The high demand from developing countries shifted the movement of commodities to non-Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries. Rise in the demand for gold brought about a surge in the number of players investing in gold mining. Recovery of disposable income levels among consumers and a good source investment were major factors steering sales of gold in the form of jewelry. In the scenario, India and China emerged as the fastest growing markets for gold in 2011.
Recuperation in automobile and construction industry maneuvered growth in the demand for iron ore and aluminum industries. Consumption of platinum rose markedly as more than 20% of the products, ranging from jewelry to machinery, manufactured in the developed economies used platinum. Coal production exceeded demand as mining communities opted for environmentally sustainable fuel alternatives. Moreover, increase in demand for coal, underpinned growth in the Nickel and Chromium mining sectors as well. Gold prices continue to register hike under the influence of weakening US dollar and effects of US budget and trade deficit. Moreover, gold demand exceeds gold production, resulting in price rise. With gold sale becoming legalized in China, the global demand for gold is expected to escalate. Supply deficit in contrast to demand is projected to continue in the near future. The major reasons for decline in global gold production were the operational glitches encountered in Indonesia and South Africa. Commencement of operations in new mills is projected to salvage market performance.
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Jan 20, 2012
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(PRWEB) January 19, 2012
Another year… another award-winning set of videos. This year saw a new diversity of videos from training videos for the Boston Fire Department, to book trailers, to hugely successful music videos, but the newest award-winners came from long-time clients of McElroy Films.
Our entire team has a commitment to provide our clients with the best possible product while keeping our costs down, owner and executive producer Benjamin J. McElroy said. Its always nice to be recognized for our work ethic and I couldnt be happier with the videos that won this year.
McElroy Films has won three silver Davey Awards in the Non-profit category for videos produced for Fenway Health, New England Pediatric Care and South Shore Habitat for Humanity. While the quality and production value of all McElroys videos are top-notch, the videos produced for these three non-profits were especially powerful in their imagery and message.
Fenway Health approached McElroy Films looking for a series of videos that would help them recruit volunteers for vital work in creating a vaccine for HIV. The biggest challenge was dispelling the myths about the vaccine while keeping the videos very personal and McElroy Films delivered with a 12-part series that focuses on the volunteers, researchers, and supporters that have worked the first trials.
The idea behind these videos and why they are so powerful is the candid atmosphere we were able to create, Ben McElroy explained. We didnt mince any words and no one was asked to say anything they didnt believe. Their interviews were all from the heart.
A series of videos produced for New England Pediatric Care had the same powerful focus.
The Family video was just what we wanted to help to tell our story, said Ellen OGorman, Executive Director at New England Pediatric Care. Having our families share their experiences from how they came to choose our facility to how they are now a part of our NEPC family really hits home. We know that our staff and exceptional care makes a difference in the life of their child, but it is more meaningful when the families tell their own story. The team at McElroy helped make this process easy when we were making the video. We are very pleased with the final product.
When the South Shore Habitat for Humanity looked to celebrate a milestone 25 years and the building of over 50 homes for families in need, they turned to McElroy Films to commemorate the anniversary. What resulted was a Davey-Award caliber video.
South Shore Habitat for Humanity wishes to congratulate McElroy Films for their achievement in receiving the Davey Award, said Executive Director, Martine Taylor, and for their contribution to this affiliate helping us to further our mission and deliver more homes to families across the south shore.
The best part of another award winning year for McElroy Films, isnt necessarily trophies on the shelf. Being recognized for the hard work and commitment our team carries into every project is great, said Ben McElroy, but even better is our success at drawing attention to these worthy causes. That is the real victory.
About Fenway Health:
For forty years, Fenway Health has been working to make life healthier for the people in our neighborhood, the LGBT community, people living with HIV/AIDS and the broader population. The Fenway Institute at Fenway Health is an interdisciplinary center for research, training, education and policy development focusing on national and international health issues. Fenways Sidney Borum Jr. Health Center is dedicated to providing the best quality health care for youth and young adults ages 12 to 29 who may not feel comfortable going anywhere else.
About New England Pediatric Care:
New England Pediatric Care (NEPC) is a skilled nursing facility for children from birth to 22 years of age that provides short and long term care along with rehabilitative and educational services. Affiliated with the Floating Hospital for Children at Tufts-Medical Center, NEPC has the capabilities of handling a wide range of medical cases, including children needing more recovery time after a hospital stay to more medically complex cases for children with cognitive delays. NEPC is prepared to take exceptional care of your child when a family needs the most support.
About the South Shore Habitat for Humanity:
South Shore Habitat for Humanity is a faith-based non-profit organization dedicated to delivering simple, decent, affordable homes in partnership with families in need. South Shore Habitats service area covers 35 cities and towns south and southwest of Boston where they are celebrating their 25th year as an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. With plans to break ground in Norwell within the next few weeks, Habitat is finishing its 51st home in Stoughton where a local family will move into a newly constructed three bedroom home to call their own.
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