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ATLANTA, Aug. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Crawford Contractor Connection, a high-quality managed repair vendor network for residential and commercial property claims, has partnered with RedVector, a leading provider of continuing education for the construction industry, to develop online training to help network partners continue their professional development. "We are very pleased to bring a comprehensive learning solution to our network partners," said Larry Thomas, president of...

DALLAS, Aug. 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ISN published its latest white paper titled, "What is Best-in-Class Contractor Management?" The white paper explores the growing trend of outsourcing non-core business activities to third-party contractor companies and offers insight into 10 strategic elements that characterize best-in-class contractor management systems implemented by organizations. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120828/DA63617LOGO) The attributes discussed in the...

The Florida Turnpike is installing the latest High Tension Cable Barriers System along the roadway to protect the public. Cloud 9 Services, Inc. an Orlando Pile Driving Contractor was selected to participate in installing new vehicular traffic barriers along Florida's Turnpike to increase traffic safety. Orlando, FL (PRWEB) August 20, 2012 Florida’s Department of Transportation and the Florida turnpike authority are enhancing the safety of the Florida's Turnpike. The pilot...

SYRACUSE, N.Y., Aug. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Professional contractors are brand loyalists who purchase tools and building supplies based on brands they know and trust, according to national research from Eric Mower + Associates Group B2B's Contractor Specialty Group. EMA's research also shows there are strategies marketers can effectively use to drive contractors to try new products. "Brand strength isn't the only factor in determining new product adoption and there are smart...

FALLS CHURCH, Va., July 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) today reported second-quarter 2012 earnings from continuing operations of $634 million, or $1.77 per share on a fully diluted basis, compared with 2011 second-quarter earnings from continuing operations of $666 million, or $1.79 per share fully diluted. Revenues in the quarter were $7.9 billion. Net earnings for the second quarter of 2012 were $634 million, compared to $653 million in the second quarter...

ATLANTA, July 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Crawford Contractor Connection, a high-quality managed repair vendor network for residential and commercial property claims, and USAA, a financial services provider, have expanded their 15-year partnership to launch the Home Improvement Network, an online service that connects USAA members with professional contractors. "Inexperienced or unreliable contractors can make home improvements a painful process for the customer," said Angela Wong,...

SureCrete Design Products introduces the new Xtreme Series Terrazzo. This eco-friendly product provides consumers with unlimited base color options, each embedded with colorful recycled glass aggregates that produce one of a kind decorative concrete countertops, back splashes, wall panels and other pre-cast elements. Dade City, Florida (PRWEB) July 11, 2012 SureCrete Design,a specialty concrete manufacturer and leader in the decorative concrete industry, has announced the release of a new...

Air Compressors Direct Lists Best Contractor Twin Stack Compressors. Recommendations Based on Sales History and Expert Reviews. Bolingbrook, IL (PRWEB) July 10, 2012 Today Air Compressors Direct announced its recommendations for the best contractor-grade twin stack air compressors. "Contractors and building professionals expect a lot from their equipment, and these twin stack compressors fit the bill," said Steve Robbins, resident product expert at Air Compressors Direct....

ATLANTA, June 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 2,500 contractors, insurance carrier representatives and service provider partners attended the recent Crawford Contractor Connection Conference, setting another attendance record for the popular invitation-only educational and networking event despite interruption by a gas explosion and evacuation. The 14th annual conference, one of the largest expos in the restoration industry, offers insurance carriers, affinity partners, network...

EL DORADO HILLS, Calif., June 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- CaliforniaContractorBonds.com is excited to announce the launch of its online publication "License Bond News, Notes & Legislation," located at http://www.californiacontractorbonds.com/blog. The California contractor bond market is constantly changing as a result of many factors including newly proposed legislation, evolving technology advancements, as well as economic fluctuations, just to name a few. The new publication is...