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New York Universities Renew Engineering Ties In Bid To Boost Student Numbers and Research
The planned link, set for a vote as early as October by the schools' respective boards, would create an engineering, technology and research hub in New York.
Publication Date: OCT 2007
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Northwest Architects Seek Work in China
By Lucy Bodilly
Publication Date: OCT 2007
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Northwest Bridges Inspected After Minnesota Bridge Collapse
Salem - Engineers in Oregon and Washington finished inspections in September, following orders from the federal government because of the Minnesota bridge collapse. Washington state bridge inspectors
Publication Date: OCT 2007
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Northwest Construction's Top Design Firm Survey
The Top Design Firms Survey shows some declines in revenue, backing up the prediction that the construction market will slow down in mid 2008 and 2009.
Publication Date: OCT 2007
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OPUS to Build Glass Manufacturing Plant
Snoqualmie, Wash. - Opus Northwest has begun construction of the new corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility for Technical Glass Products at Snoqualmie Ridge Business Park, which is
Publication Date: OCT 2007
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Port of Tacoma
The Port of Tacoma. Tacoma, Wash., has selected Robert Stromberg as senior program manager. In this position, he is responsible for leading the design and construction for
Publication Date: OCT 2007
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Project Statement
The 17th-floor Washington Mutual Bank roof garden is a green roof that is also the vital social space and civic heart of the bank's downtown campus. Rather
Publication Date: OCT 2007
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Rushforth Holds Charity Tournament netting $57,000
Tacoma - Rushforth Taylor Construction hit an all time high new record in giving for their 19th Annual Charitable Golf Tournament, giving away over $57,000 dollars for
Publication Date: OCT 2007
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The 2007 Credit Crunch - Impact on Construction
At mid-2007, the mounting turmoil in the financial and credit markets has raised concerns about the impact on the construction industry. During July and August, the financial
Publication Date: OCT 2007
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Trammel Crow Starts Warehouse in Rivergate
Portland - Soon after the ink dried on the contracts that closed the deal on a lease for the last large parcel of land in the Rivergate
Publication Date: OCT 2007
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Washington Revises Public Design Build Legislation
In its last session, the Washington state legislature revised the alternative procurement process for public entities. This article discusses the revisions to the sections relevant to the
Publication Date: OCT 2007
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ZGF recently hired two sustainability experts to assist on sustainable projects and details of LEED certification.
Zimmer Gunsul Frasca Architects LLP (ZGF), Seattle, announced it has hired two architects, Gladys Ly-Au Young, AIA, LEED AP, and Chris Flint Chatto, LEED AP, as sustainable
Publication Date: OCT 2007
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ABC/AIA/Cascadia/Construct Seattle
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Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Blue Mountain Mall Redevelopment Considered
Walla Walla - Submittals have been made to the City of Walla Walla, Wash. for the proposed redevelopment of Blue Mountain Mall. Western Development Partners (WDP) plans
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Bobcat
The new Bobcat T320 compact track loader features a significantly larger engine and a 3,200-lb rated operating capacity, making it the largest compact track loader manufactured by
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Bridge Collapse May Help Transportation Levy
Olympia - The Minnesota bridge collapse could be the extra nudge Puget Sound area voters need to approve a $17 billion road and transportation levy in November.
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Construction College Starts Fundraising Campaign
The Northwest College of Construction is raising funds to help attract new workers to the construction industry.
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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DBM Contractors, Inc.
DBM Contractors, Inc. (DBM) has hired Bryce Neikamp as a design engineer. He is responsible for researching and designing earth retention structures including temporary and permanent shoring
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Dexter + Chaney Plans Expansion at Seattle Campus
Seattle - Dexter + Chaney, a construction software developer, has broken ground on a second office building to accommodate the company's growing work force. The three-story, 12,000
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Focus On Bellevue - Planning to Make a Model Downtown
As early as 1979, Bellevue city and business leaders planned to create a downtown area with retail and housing space.
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Focus On Safety: Implementation of Safer Masonry Bracing Program and Beyond
"We are a safety culture and we care enough to show it."
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Hatton Godat Pantier
Michael Marshall has joined Hatton Godat Pantier, Olympia, as a senior engineer technician. Marshall has 17 years of experience in the industry which includes Structural Engineering Draftsman,
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Indiana Phoenix Unveils Rear Discharge Concrete Mixer
Three-year warranty also available in Premier Package option.
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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MASTERING THE SAFETY MESSAGE
The construction industry employs nearly 8% of the nation's workforce and generates nearly 5% of the Gross Domestic Product, but it can be hazardous.
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Metabo Corp.
Metabo Corp. says that a new, lithium-ion powered version of its popular PowerMaxx Plus cordless screwdriver is now available. The new PowerGrip II provides almost twice as
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Mixed-Use Apartments Under way in Ballard
Seattle - Ballard Apartments, LLC, an affiliate of the Pacific Northwest division of Trammell Crow Residential (TCR), announced the development of the Alexan Ballard apartments in Seattle's
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Names in the News - Otak
Otak hired seven new employees to round out its Pacific Northwest offices.
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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New Office Space Comes To Downtown Core
Seattle - Opus Northwest will soon begin construction of 7th & Madison, a nine-story Class A office building at the gateway to Seattle's central business district.
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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New Orleans Unions Plant Seeds for Growth With First Preapprentice Training Program
The program is designed to stimulate reconstruction of homes and the city's devastated middle class through skill training and union-funded projects.
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Oregon Schools
School Levy Projects Start After Record Breaking Bond Issues Passed
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Pickups More Efficient with Flatbed organizer
Medford - Highway Products Pickup Pack™ is a unique setup for Pickup trucks that combines lockup security, maximum storage, and is built to last. It helps organization
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Port Recognizes Contractors for Safety Records
Seattle - The Seattle Port Commission recently recognized four of its contractors for their excellent safety programs while working on port-related construction projects.
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Research Lab Starts Pre-Design Phase at UW
Portland - Zimmer Gunsul Frasca Architects LLP, Portland, has been selected by the University of Washington for the pre-design of a new Molecular Engineering Interdisciplinary Academic Building.
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Safety Concerns Follow Construction Upturn, But Here Are Some Tips
Oregon and Washington are witnessing a record number of construction projects. Unfortunately, more work means more accidents. Safety is always a top priority, but the increase in construction activity has made it even more critical. Top genera ...
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Westerly Topped Out, Move-in Date Set for 2008
Portland - The final floor and roof of The Westerly has been poured, signifying the official topping out of the Uptown mid-rise.
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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Zimmer Gunsul Frasca Architects LLP
Zimmer Gunsul Frasca Architects LLP (ZGF), announced it has strengthened its design team with six new employees, bringing the total Seattle office headcount to 96. The office
Publication Date: SEP 2007
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"BIM May Change Project Delivery Landscape" (July, 2007)
An article that ran in the July 2007 issue of Northwest Construction, entitled "BIM May Change Project Delivery Landscape", originally ran in The Portland Daily Journal of
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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AGC/ACEC/Cascadia
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Publication Date: AUG 2007
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ARG
Arnie Hollander, Assoc. AIA, has joined the staff at Architectural Resources Group, Inc (ARG). As a senior associate, Hollander will manage projects and provide construction management services.
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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Cancer Center in Design Phase
ZGF is designing a world class cancer center.
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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DECA
DECA Architecture, Inc. recently hired Elizabeth Johnson and Kate Walsh to their staff. Johnson joins DECA with four years of experience in interior design. She is LEED®
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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Fueling the Success Engine: Customer Focus Drives Saybr Contractors
Karen Say recently won national awards from the Associated Builders and Contractors for work on a pilot biofuel project in Seattle, and for outstanding business practices from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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Hillsboro starts Three Schools Designed by Mahlum
Three new schools are under way in the Hillsboro District.
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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Hybrid Lightweight Indoor Scissor Lifts
New lightweight scissor lifts offer contractors quiet, maneuverable options for use in tight quarters indoors.
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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Major Improvements Funded for Portland State
Portland - Recently approved funding will allow Portland State to move ahead with several major capital construction and deferred maintenance projects. Lincoln Hall, which houses the School
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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MulvannyG2 Architecture
MulvannyG2 Architecture beefed up its Costco team with several new employees.
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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New Series of Hard Hats
Ideal for demanding work environments, North Safety Products' Everest Series full-brim hard hats provide better protection against the sun's harmful UV rays, rain and falling debris. Everest
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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New York City Preapprentice Training Program Opens Doors to Local Construction Careers
This month's ENR syndicated column focuses on a program in New York with more than 80% retention.
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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Port Project to Improve Multi-Modal Transportation
Seattle - Ground was broken recently on a Duwamish area transportation project that will improve freight mobility and business access through the industrial area near the Port
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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Port of Tacoma
The Port of Tacoma recently promoted Brian Mannelly to manager of planning and CAD Services. He was initially hired by the Port in 2005. In his new
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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Ranking Washington, Oregon & Alaska Specialty Contractors
Specialty contractors have an enviable problem this year; how to gracefully turn down work and still maintain relationships.
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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Telsmith Primary Impact Crusher
Engineered to maximize crushing hours while minimizing maintenance, the new Telsmith PA6060, with its 46-in. by 60-in. feed opening, is a primary Andreas-style impact crusher designed to
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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Water Resort Enters Final Phases
Centralia - Great Wolf Resorts, Inc. and Absher Construction celebrated the "topping out" recently of Great Wolf Lodge, a more than 440,000-sq ft northwoods-themed indoor waterpark resort
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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YGH
Portland architecture firm Yost Grube Hall Architecture (YGH) has added five new members-Mark Stoller, Tom Robbins, Linda Cameron, Edward Running and Amy Winterowd to its shareholders group.
Publication Date: AUG 2007
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A Sustainable Legacy
Pacific University incorporates green building options into new campus buildings.
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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Airport Terminal Breaks Ground on Coast
North Bend - Skanska USA Building Inc., Portland, broke ground on a new terminal building and control tower at Southwest Oregon Regional Airport. Located in North Bend,
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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BIM may change project delivery landscape
Building image modeling is changing communications between architects, contractors and subcontractors forever by making communication instantaneous and thorough.
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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CGBC/AGC/ACEC/Cascadia
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Publication Date: JUL 2007
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Condos to Replace Pink Elephant Icon
Situated next to the famous pink elephant sign at downtown Seattle's Elephant Car Wash is a parcel of land that, until recently, most developers considered a white
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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Harborview Medical Center Expansion
The region's most important level-one trauma center is well on its way in getting a seismic upgrade and a massive expansion, despite the unpleasant realization in the
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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InLine
General contractor, In Line Commercial Construction, of Aloha, Ore. Inc. recently hired Sarah Noggle as a Project Manager Assistant and brings a BS in Geosciences with emphasis
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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Keeping the Signal When Communication is Critical Innovative RF technology brings changes to how buildings are designed
Imagine you're on your cell phone coordinating a second interview with the software company of your dreams. At the same time, you are rushing to the last
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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Lewis
Shannon Testa has joined Lease Crutcher Lewis as Project Engineer. She has been in construction since 1997, and is currently working on the West 8th office tower
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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Local Inventions Ease Work Load for Contractors
Robotic Flagger Keeps Humans safe
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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More Cities Sign Up For Online Permitting Service
Online Permitting is picking up as more cities use the service.
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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Mulvanny G2
MulvannyG2 Architecture, headquartered in Bellevue, Wash., announced today that four members of its retail team have been promoted. The team, focusing on both retail environments and retail
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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NBBJ announced four new principals.
NBBJ promoted the following employees to principal: for Phil Duff, AIA, John Hendry, RIBA, Duane Jonlin, AIA, LEED AP and Margaret Montgomery. Duff has spent 20 years
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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PCL Companies
Brad Hendrickson has been appointed construction risk manager, at PCL Companies, Bellevue. Stewart Grauer has been appointed construction manager. When he joined PCL's Seattle District in 2005
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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Pape
Dan Hollingshead has been named executive vice president at The Papé Group in Eugene, Ore., with responsibility for strategic planning and development for the company. Hollingshead has
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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Port Audit Recommends Changes to Contracting
An audit of the Port of Seattle suggested an overhaul of its contracting system.
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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Rubber-Tracked Utility Vehicle Debuts
The Scout SC-50 utility vehicle is rubber tracked. The unit's undercarriage features patented Posi-Track technology. The suspension, 10 rubber wheels that disperse weight across a 15-in.-wide track
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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The JT922 horizontal directional drill
Horizontal directional drill, pile driving analyzer also introduced
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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The PAX pile driving analyzer
Horizontal directional drill, pile driving analyzer also introduced
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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Vet Clinic Doctor's Pet Project
Vancouver, Wash. - Dr. Joe Giffoni's dream of owning a brand new veterinary clinic is only months away from becoming reality. The 3,000-sq-ft clinic broke ground in
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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Willamette U Plans Academic Building
Portland - Hennebery Eddy Architects has been selected to design a new Academic Building on the Willamette University Campus in Salem. The design team for the 41,000-sq-ft
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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Winning the 'War for Talent' is Key Challenge in Growing Industry, Says New FMI Report
FMI data paints a bleak picture for construction firm staffing in the next 10 years, but offers strategies to deal with the issue and maintain employee commitment.
Publication Date: JUL 2007
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ACEC/AGC/Cascadia USGBC
June 18
Publication Date: JUN 2007
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Alaska Top Projects
Publication Date: JUN 2007
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All About Relationships Seattle Art Museum Expansion Connects Art to Life
The Seattle Art Museum opened its expanded and renovated space in downtown Seattle to the public on May 5 with a festivity-filled, 35-hour celebration.
Publication Date: JUN 2007
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BERGER/ABAM Engineers Inc.
Jessica Aguilar, PE, recently joined the Seattle office of BERGER/ABAM Engineers Inc. Aguilar has professional experience in civil engineering, including roadway design, stormwater analysis, and utility design
Publication Date: JUN 2007
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