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Two Titan America Plants Recognized by Wildlife Habitat Council

2012-11-13 12:23:03

TROUTVILLE, Va., Nov. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Wildlife Habitat Council certified both of Titan America's plants -- Roanoke Cement Company near Roanoke, VA and the Pennsuco Complex in Medley, FL -- for their "Wildlife At Work" programs last week at the Hilton Baltimore in Baltimore, MD. The prestigious distinction was awarded as a result of each plant's demonstrated commitment towards long-term wildlife habitat enhancement efforts. "I commend the wildlife teams at...

Cohen Independent Research has initiated coverage on IBA Green

2012-11-08 00:20:21

SYMBOL OTCBB: PIEX NEWPORT BEACH, CA, Nov. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - IBA Green, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Pioneer Exploration Inc. (PIEX) is pleased to announce Cohen Independent Research has initiated coverage on IBA Green, (PIEX). Cohen Independent Research is Wall Street's leading independent micro-cap research firm, concentrating on emerging companies with strong management teams focused on shareholder value and sustainable competitive advantage. CIR, led by renowned...

Eternit reports 3Q12 net revenue of R$ 230 million and 7% EBITDA growth

2012-11-07 08:30:13

SAO PAULO, Nov. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Eternit S.A. (BM&FBOVESPA: ETER3; OTC: ETNTY), a company with 72 years of activity, the market leader in roof coverings with operations in the bathroom chinaware, metallic bathroom fittings segments and components for construction systems, today announces its results for the 3rd quarter 2012 (3Q12). The Brazilian Construction Materials Industry Association (ABRAMAT) data reported weakness in demand for construction materials during the...

Propex Expands Fibermesh® Answer Line Due to Extraordinary Demand

2012-11-01 11:28:50

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Nov. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Propex Operating Company, LLC announced the introduction of the Fibermesh® Answer Line on August 14, 2012. Since then, Propex has experienced an unprecedented response to the line from the ready mix, precast and concrete construction marketplace. To satisfy the increased demand, Propex is investing in the expansion of this service effective immediately. The Fibermesh® Answer Line can be reached by calling 1-800-214-2737 or via email...

Propex Expands Fibermesh® Distribution with Masons Supply Company

2012-10-22 07:31:54

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Propex Operating Company, LLC, announced today that Fibermesh®, the leading brand of concrete reinforcing fibers, will now be available in the Pacific Northwest through Masons Supply Company. According to Ralph Bruno, Propex Executive Vice President, the selection of Masons Supply as a Distributor for Propex means Fibermesh® will be easy to buy in the Pacific Northwest markets. "We are proud to partner with Masons Supply as we...

New Bridge Innovations from Contech Engineered Solutions

2012-10-19 11:24:05

WEST CHESTER, Ohio, Oct. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Contech Engineered Solutions announced today the launch of three new bridge innovations that will expand the offering of accelerated bridge construction products for the marketplace. The CON/SPAN® O-Series(TM) and EXPRESS(TM) Foundations precast bridge products, as well as BridgeCor® deep-corrugated structural plate, all provide significant technological advancement in the efficient use of materials and speed of construction to...

LINE-X Protective Coatings To Showcase Award Winning Products And Services At The West Coast Franchise Expo

2012-10-10 19:20:17

HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Oct. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- LINE-X Protective Coatings, the nation's leading developer and provider of high performance protective coatings, will be exhibiting at the West Coast Franchise Expo (WCFE) at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif., Oct. 12-14, 2012, in booth # 527. Known as the franchising industry's premier west coast event, the WCFE brings thousands of business owners together with hundreds of exhibiting franchisors and industry suppliers....

Coastal Capital Acquisition Corp. Subsidiary to Expand Product Distribution through Lowe's

2012-10-04 06:27:54

NAPLES, Fla., Oct. 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Earth Surfaces of America, Inc. of Naples, Florida, a wholly owned subsidiary of Coastal Capital Acquisition Corp. (OTC Pink, CCAJ), announced that it has submitted its application to distribute its terrazzo concrete products, including countertops and pavers, through Lowe's Home Improvement stores. Earth Surfaces currently distributes a number of its terrazzo concrete products through Home Depot Online, establishing a significant brand...

Coastal Capital Acquisition Corp. Subsidiary Begins Lowe's Product Distribution Process

2012-10-03 10:21:29

NAPLES, Fla., Oct. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Earth Surfaces of America, Inc. of Naples Florida, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Coastal Capital Acquisition Corp. (OTC Pink, CCAJ) announced that it has submitted its application to distribute its terrazzo concrete products, including countertops and pavers through Lowe's Home Improvement stores. Earth Surfaces currently distributes a number of its terrazzo concrete products through Home Depot Online, establishing a significant brand...

Dr. Mak Joshi Joins Galata Chemicals

2012-09-25 10:21:24

SOUTHBURY, Conn., Sept. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Galata Chemicals, a leading global producer of additives for PVC and other specialty applications, announced the appointment of Dr. Mak Joshi as Director of New Business Development. Mak will be responsible for developing new business for newly introduced Drapex®Alpha, the non-Phthalate, bio-based primary plasticizer. Mak most recently served as a Director of New Business development at International Specialty Products ISP/Ashland....