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It Takes A Village (4/1/2008) Metal Wall and Roof Panels Transform A Crisis Center Into a Community of Hope

FIELD TECHNIQUE: Watch The Washer (3/26/2008) How to Identify a Quality Washer and Why It Matters

FIELD TECHNIQUE: Reflectivity and Emissivity (2/20/2008) It's Important to Understand How Metal Roofs Impact Energy Efficiency

Raising the Steaks (1/22/2008) Japanese Steakhouse Dazzles Diners With Metal

FIELD TECHNIQUE: Take It From The Top (1/21/2008) Considerations for Metal Roof Systems.

FIELD TECHNIQUES: SLIDING SNOW (11/26/2007) Are your customers' buildings prepared?

Focus on Efficiency (10/16/2007) Building With Steel Can Save Time and Money

Cool Metal Roofing (9/18/2007) It's A Wise Choice Amidst Strong Winds of Change

FIELD TECHNIQUES: UVC Energy (8/16/2007) Keeping HVAC Systems and Buildings Healthy with UVC Technology

FIELD TECHNIQUE: Roosting on Rooftops (8/15/2007) Protecting HVAC Systems from Bird Droppings and the Spread of Disease

FIELD TECHNIQUES: A Good Source (4/11/2007) MCA's Metal-Forming Equipment Council Makes Manufacturing Better

FIELD TECHNIQUES: 40 Billion Reasons (11/13/2006) Marrying Metal Roof Systems with Thin-Film Photovoltaic Cells

FIELD TECHNIQUES: Creating Savings With Solar (11/13/2006) Examining the Benefits of Transpired Solar Collectors

FIELD TECHNIQUES: A Complex Phenomenon (10/13/2006) Dynamic wind-uplift performance of composite metal roof assemblies.

Hurricane Hunters (7/25/2006) RICOWI reports about prefab roof performance during Charley and Ivan

Metal and the Military (7/25/2006) A look at pre-engineered, prefabricated metal construction in Southwest Asia

Cost Segregation Studies (7/21/2006) Creating rapid prefab depreciation results

FIELD TECHNIQUE: Reroofing Decisions (7/20/2006) Options homeowners need to consider.

FIELD TECHNIQUE: A Tested Edge (7/19/2006) Choosing performance tested roof edge systems

FIELD TECHNIQUES - A Closer Look (3/20/2006) Reviewing NFBA's Post-Frame Construction Tolerances Document (Part 2 of 2)

FIELD TECHNIQUES - Why Didn't I Think Of That? (2/15/2006) Retrofit framing structures over new flat roofs.

FIELD TECHNIQUES - Behind The Scenes (2/15/2006) Details about developing NFBA's post-frame construction tolerances document.

FIELD TECHNIQUES - Learning New Rules (1/27/2006) California Builders Address New State Energy Code

FIELD TECHNIQUES - The Power of Copper (1/27/2006) Copper has apparent antimicrobial properties in HVAC systems.

FIELD TECHNIQUES - 10 Big Ones (1/27/2006) Mistakes contractors make on construction projects.

FIELD TECHNIQUES - Retrofit Roof Solutions (1/17/2006) Fixing Problem R-Panel Metal Roof Systems

FIELD TECHNIQUES - Painted Metal Roofing: The Importance of Proper Touch-Up (1/17/2006)

FIELD TECHNIQUES - What To Ask - For Roofs That Last (1/16/2006) Helping building owners make educated roofing selections.

FIELD TECHNIQUES - Quantifying Environmental Impacts (1/16/2006) Life-Cycle Assessment of Hot-Dip Galvanizing Compared with Paint

FIELD TIP - 5 Steps for Ensuring a Weathertight Roof (7/29/2004) The metal roofing industry is making great strides in developing installation methods that provide for weathertight, durable, low maintenance systems that will endure for decades.

FIELD TIP - Are You Sure Your Onsite Roll Forming Equipment Is Certified? (7/29/2004) Typically, an onsite roll former purchased by a contractor comes with a UL Certificate obtained by the manufacturer.

Metal Roofing from A (Aluminum) to Z (Zinc) - Part V (7/29/2004) Profiles and Profiling Equipment

FIELD TIP - How To Survive and Prosper In The Erection Business (7/29/2004) When asked by the publisher to write this column, I decided to deal with the legal aspects of the business in order to benefit experienced and newer erection companies, as well as general contractors. In the process I will refer to some techniques as they relate to liabilities.

Legal Insurance: A New Way To Hire An Attorney (7/29/2004) Sometimes you know you need an attorney. If you're party to a lawsuit, forming a business, or charged with a criminal offense, chances are you'll seek out a legal professional to represent you.

Fall Protection In The Steel Erection Industry (7/29/2004) This is the story of Brian Snipes, an ironworker from Colorado who I met at a major project for Intel this year.

Emergency Planning: Are Your Jobsites In Compliance (7/29/2004) Emergency planning is a compliance requirement often overlooked or inadequately addressed by most contractors.

FIELD TIP - Things Are HEATING UP with COOL Roofs (7/29/2004) A presentation from the NCCA (National Coil Coating Association) Conference in Chicago, October 2001

FIELD TIP - The Temperature of Color - The Rest Of The Story (7/29/2004) Reflectance plays a key role in determining an object’s heat build up under the sun in both the visible region of the solar spectrum and in the invisible infrared.

FIELD TIP - New Coating For Cool Metal Roofs (7/29/2004) Solutions to these challenges have been worked on for years by government and by members of our industry.

FIELD TIP - Handling and Storing Coil and Cut-to-Length Steel (7/28/2004) If not handled and stored properly, prepainted and/or bare steel coil and cut-to-length sheets are subject to premature corrosion failures before installation.

FIELD TIP - Providing Suitable Attic Ventilation (7/28/2004) Proper ventilation ensures a cooler attic in warm climates and a dryer attic in cold, wet climates.

Fasteners for Metal in Construction (7/28/2004) Manufacturers focus on corrosion, resistance, color matching and technical assistance.

Hiring a Qualified Erector (4/27/2004) A competent erector is key to the successful completion of any metal building or roof construction project. The thousands of buildings that perform satisfactorily attest to that fact.

Wall Panels to the Rescue (4/27/2004) American, Blue, Cheddar, Feta, Gouda, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Ricotta, and Swiss—the alphabet of cheeses can make your mouth water! While the average American has been known to consume 29 pounds of cheese in a year, few of them consider the process that delivers cheese to their doors.

Meeting the Needs of the General Contractor (9/17/2003) One of the main challenges for erectors is building strong relationships with general contractors. The general’s job is to make sure that the project is successful and the owner is satisfied. Thus when it comes to the core structure or exterior of the building, the general contractor needs an erector who is up to the task.

Employer / Subcontractor Relations - Managing Risks and Advancing Safety (9/17/2003) For years, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has adopted an enforcement approach that creates tension between employers, general contractors and subcontractors. Until OSHA strikes, companies give little thought to such critical issues...

Is Design-Build Good for Metal Contractors? (9/17/2003) The last two decades have seen a dramatic shift in how the construction industry approaches project delivery. Design-bid-build was once the norm, now owners in both public and private sectors are evaluating alternative project delivery systems like design-build.

The Importance of "As-Installed" Insulation R-Values (9/16/2003) The technical advances and product innovations in many areas of the construction industry during the past decade are truly incredible. But as a result of this remarkable progress, some segments of the industry are falling behind and need to catch up. One of those lagging areas in metal building construction is the complex, technical process of specifying the thermal envelope for metal building systems.

A Primer on Building Codes for Metal Roofing (4/14/2003) Metal roofing solutions have been regulated by a variety of building codes. It's easy to get overwhelmed. Historically, geography-based roofing codes have been developed in response to specific local, regional, or national concerns. The net result has been a complex mix of regulations that make it difficult for even the most conscientious building designer.

Choosing the Right Roof Curb (4/14/2003) Because roof curbs have become such a common accessory for standing seam roofs, it is essential that they too perform leak-free for 20 years. This requires building designers and roofing contractors to make some important decisions about the roof curbs they use.

Industry Faces Uncertainty over Perimeter Joint Testing (4/3/2003) No code issue in recent history has been more hotly debated than the issue of perimeter joint testing. Manufacturers, engineers, building officials, independent consultants - everyone has an opinion, and not many can find room to agree.

Why you need Employee Drug Testing (4/3/2003) According to the Drug-Free Workplace Act, 47% of workplace accidents are drug or alcohol related. If you don't have a substance abuse policy and drug testing/screening program in place, consult your attorney immediately and get one in place as soon as possible. Your business, and your conscience, will be much better off.

Green Building - Detroit Lions (12/20/2002) New facility for Detroit Lions is LEED certified and metal savvy

Safety Corner - Safety Issues for Municipal Projects (12/20/2002) Municipal projects present rather unique safety concerns for contractors. Here are recommendations for addressing some of the most important issues relevant to these projects.

Field Techniques - Snow Retention Systems (12/20/2002) In areas prone to heavy snowfall, building and roof designs should consider how to handle this natural phenomenon. Several factors pour into this process.

How Safety Reduced one Company's Insurance Rates (9/23/2002) As members of one of the most dangerous trades, steel erectors deal daily with the treat of injury and death. This has not gone unnoticed by insurance companies, who have consistently charged higher premiums for erectors.

The Business Side of Safety (9/23/2002) Many clients have asked me at some point, "how can I lower my cost of insurance?" While my answer is always multi-faceted, I believe the first step is to understand the basics of how insurance works.

Douglas Loft Editor - MetalBuilding.com

NCI to Purchase Star Buildings (2/22/2006) On February 21, 2006 it was announced that NCI Building Systems had entered into a definitive agreement to purchase Robertson Ceco Corporation, which would include Star Building Systems.

Metalcon 2003 - An Exhibitor's Eye View (10/29/2003) If you've ever done a trade show before, perhaps you can identify with the following. If you've never exhibited previously, beware - it's not always a pretty picture.

How I passed the Jack Miller Seminar on Marketing for the Construction Industry (3/11/2003) My mostly true story of the Jack Miller Seminar on Marketing for the Construction Industry. Those of you who have attended one of these seminars can follow along in your manual (page numbers will appear in parentheses).

Here We Grow Again (1/21/2003) MetalBuilding.com 2002 in review - a look at the numbers.

Metalcon 2002 - A Conventioneer's Eye View (10/30/2002) Ah, Chicago. The city with big shoulders (or is that broad shoulders?). What could be better than Metalcon by day and Chicago by night…

Let's try not to bug each other, okay? (3/8/2002) Let's take a look at a few basics about computer viruses and maybe we can try not to infect each other. And if and when we do, let's play nice. Most of us don't do it on purpose…

20 (or so) Questions with the RCI (3/1/2002) The Roof Consultants Institute (RCI) is the largest and most web-savvy of all the non-profit organizations we have reviewed here at MetalBuilding.com to date. Judging by their size, many of you are probably already familiar with them. We weren't, so we asked their CEO to field our questions. We learned a lot - and maybe you can too…

Musings 2… (8/28/2001) We'd like to welcome a new Bronze sponsor, STL Building & Erectors, Inc. They're a Star dealer out of Tualatin, Oregon but their reach extends across the country…

20 Questions with the MCA (7/10/2001) In March of this year, Mark Engle of Association Management Center (AMC) in Chicago, Illinois assumed the leadership role of the Metal Construction Association (MCA). Amid the chaos of sorting through boxes and educating himself about the MCA and the metal building industry in general, Mark agreed to answer our questions.

Rigid: They'll Grow on You (4/9/2001) One of our busy Metworkers here is Rigid Building Systems. We offer this look into how they came about and what they have to offer.

New Jersey Contractor Celebrates 35 Years (4/3/2001) Fenton Construction Co. Inc., an industrial and commercial builder of design-build structures in central New Jersey, is celebrating its 35th year in business.

MCA: Under New Management (2/21/2001) As of Friday, February 16, the Metal Construction Association is under new management.

Musings… (11/20/2000) Some of us Floridians know how to vote! But you, dear reader, are probably not from Florida. Here's a peek at you, with a few words about improvements and an invitation to contribute.

24 Hours at Metalcon International 2000 (11/6/2000) What is Metalcon? I'll tell you about my first 24 hours there and maybe help you decide whether to come to Vegas next year.

Tin Men: An American Building Tale (10/17/2000) D.V. 'Red' McConnohie relates a tale of the birth of American Buildings.

Job Completion Checklist (10/5/2000) Some say no project is complete until the paperwork is done. Others view paperwork as a necessary evil or even a waste of time. Today I'd like to present a piece of paper that perhaps both sides can agree to like.

Greetings and Welcome! (9/24/2000) Greetings and Welcome! MetalBuilding.com is now open for business. Here's why we're here and what we plan to do.

Red Mc Connohie Inventor - RoofHugger.com

Retro - Fitting Over Existing Roofs (6/28/2005) Converting Conventional Flat Roof to Metal Sloped Roofs and Metal Over Existing Ribbed Metal Sloped Roofs

To Answer Your Questions (4/12/2005) Sept. 5, 2000 to John Wyatt, BNP.

New Patent Issued for "Air Cooled" Residential Metal Roof Application (8/24/2004) John Cooper of California, devised an answer to the power starved State of California that reduces homeowners heating and cooling costs.

Roof Retro-Fit Case Study (7/14/2004) Roof Retro-Fit Case Study

2 Billion $$$ A Year? (7/6/2004) 2 Billion $$$ a year? Is this enough to deserve your undivided attention?

GREEN BUILDINGS (4/27/2004) "GREEN BUILDINGS" The new "buzzword" being bandied about in our trade like "low carb" menus in fast food emporiums.

Statewide Roofer "FINDS" over a Million! (3/14/2003) In these times of dwindling new construction in a nervous economy, a company needs to find new sources and new ways of keeping it's bottom line profit intact.

Thanksgiving - Plus! (12/5/2002) Thanks for my many wonderful friends!!! And, we can all be thankful for the privilege of our life in the twentieth century.

Selecting Your Contractor, Erector or Manufacturer, Part 2 (10/4/2002) DON'T SWEAT THE DETAILS. WHY? Because experts and building code officials have set standards over the past hundred years that MUST be met by any and all legitimate suppliers of structures and components.

NOAH - A Comical Short Story. (8/19/2002) It is the year 2002 and Noah lives in the United States…

How to Select a Contractor, Erector and Manufacturer. (6/12/2002) A popular question in which Red uses his 42 years of Pre-Engineered Steel Structure experience to provide an answer.

Have you tried the 'new roofing market'? (4/25/2002) Some 18 months ago we were called upon for a quote on Roof Huggers for a retro-fit application designed and spec'd. by Law Engineering Co. of Tampa, Florida on an 80,000 square foot structure.

Short Story - Knowing is Half the Battle. (4/16/2002) One that struck me on our building of a 25,000 s.f. commisary. The erection foreman called me and said the "frames aren't fitting right--they sort of lean to one side"…

"SEEING RED" - Red MC-1 that is… (4/10/2002) A new column for MetalBuilding.com by an invited guest to tell the tales and the foibles of 42 years in the dynamic growth industry of Pre-Engineered Steel Construction!

Metal Re-Roof Over Existing Metal Roofs "RETRO-FITTING" (1/14/2002) The past requirement for replacing an old, worn out roof by tearing off the old material and "starting over" is no longer a necessity in a vast majority of metal re-roof jobs.

Heidi J. Ellsworth HJE Marketing, Inc.

PRESS RELEASE - Hardcast Introduces FOIL-GRIP 1403-181BFX Duct-Sealing Rolled Sealant (1/5/2007) Hardcast, a division of Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, introduces the addition of FOIL-GRIP 1403-181BFX to its line of rolled elastomeric duct sealants.

PRESS RELEASE - DECRA Introduces New Commercial Roofing Brochure (11/9/2006) DECRA® Roofing Systems, Inc., a leading manufacturer of metal roofing products, introduces its new commercial roofing brochure.

PRESS RELEASE - W.P. Hickman Company and Umicore Building Products Partner (11/6/2006) W.P. Hickman Company and Umicore Building Products Partner to Manufacture VM Zinc Perimeter Edge Metal Products.

Polyglass Announces New ADESO Bilingual Installation Guide (10/14/2003) Polyglass®, the recognized leader of ADESO Dual Compound self adhesive membranes, is proud to introduce their latest bilingual (English-Spanish) installation brochure, the ADESO Dual Compound Self Adhesive Membrane Installation Guide.

Introducing Decra Shingle Plus in Five New Colors (12/6/2002) Corona, Calif. — Tasman Roofing Products, the manufacturer of DECRA® Roofing Systems introduces the DECRA Shingle Plus profile in five colors.

Polyglass introduces revolutionary metal roofing underlayment. (5/10/2002) Hazelton, PA - Polyglass, a worldwide leader in modified bitumen roofing products, is proud to introduce a new generation of metal roofing underlayment and waterproofing, Polystick MU.

Wilks Robinson Case Study. (4/10/2002) Historic Roof Draws Attention from Land and Air. Ms. Montique McMillan would be proud of her 1896 farmhouse. Much of the attention is due to the brilliant teal Metalogic roof.

Reader Submissions Articles, news and press releases

MCA NEWS RELEASE (2/7/2008) MCA Announces Award Winners and Elects 2008 Board of Directors at Annual Meeting

CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT: METALCON International 2008 (1/25/2008)

NEWS RELEASE: Environmental Benefits of Wall & Roof Panels Give Builders Greener Options (1/23/2008) Insulated Metal Panels Exceed Environmental Requirements

PRESS RELEASE: Panel Meets Tough Requirements for Environmental Standards (12/6/2007) Insulated foam panel provides thermal efficiency and energy reduction for commercial buildings world-wide.

PRESS RELEASE: Panel Thermal Efficiency Meets Requirements of the Future (11/19/2007) Metal Panels leading the way in efficient, aesthetic and performance based standards.

2006-2007 Ducker Roofing Report (10/25/2007) As you are aware MCA enlisted Ducker Worldwide to conduct a current market study to show how the market for metal roofing in residential and nonresidential applications has shifted since the initial study was done in 2002.

PRESS RELEASE - METALCON International 2007 (10/16/2007) METALCON International 2007 Event was Largest, Most Well-attended Ever

PRESS RELEASE: Tracloc North America, LLC Purchases Trakloc Building Systems (9/18/2007) Trakloc North America, LLC has purchased the assets of Trakloc Building Systems and assets of Trakloc International.

Steel Framing System Exceeds Expectations in Earthquake Simulation Shake Test (9/11/2007) Dynastructure withstands 2,500-year earthquake replication.

PRESS RELEASE: METALCON Selects Recipient of 2007 Steel Structure (9/11/2007) September 7, 2007, Newton, MA – U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Evan Morgan, age 23, has been selected as the recipient of the 2007 METALCON International steel-framed home.

PRESS RELEASE: KD International Announces New Workwear (8/22/2007) KD International will be exhibiting at the MetalCon Show in Las Vegas this coming October 3-5, 2007. Stop by and check out their new workwear that they have added to their line.

MCA NEWS RELEASE - Re-Roofing the Rectory (8/13/2007) MCA volunteers tackle reroof and repair work at St. Maurice Church in New Orleans.

PRESS RELEASE: MCA Establishes Certification Program for Metal Composite Material Fabricators (7/18/2007) The Metal Construction Association (MCA) has created a new certification program to provide architects, building owners and general contractors a reliable way to identify high quality metal composite material (MCM) fabricators.

PRESS RELEASE: SNOWGRIP - Snow retention coating for metal roofs. (5/17/2007) SNOWGRIP! Do you believe in love at first sight?

PRESS RELEASE - Steel Panel Foundations Names New Director of Sales (4/26/2007) Philip Robichaud will use industry experience to promote steel panel foundations' patented technology.

PRESS RELEASE - UNITED COATINGS Offers Customer Loyalty Program for Approved Applicators (1/30/2007) UNITED COATINGS Offers Customer Loyalty Program for Approved Applicators

Pexsupply - Efficient Company in Plumbing & Heating (11/29/2006) Pexsupply.com is one of the leading companies in the plumbing and heating industry with a wide range of products that meet your needs and easily accessible.

Protecting Concrete from Water Intrusion (10/10/2006) Water Intrusion Technologies has an advanced solution for removing and keeping water out of subterranean concrete walls and slabs, which is Electro-Osmotic Pulse (EOP) technology.

Sunlife Systems International, Inc. celebrates their 30-year anniversary (6/12/2006) Sunlife Systems International, Inc. celebrates their 30-year anniversary as a pioneer in roof restorations for industrial & commercial markets.

Stainless Steel Building for Fairfield, CT (5/5/2006) New Compost Building by BEHLEN Industries LP is made from stainless steel.

Rigid Building Systems Unveils Plans for Alabama Operation (1/6/2006) (Houston, December 14, 2005) -- Rigid Building Systems, an industry leader in engineered building systems, recently announced plans to build a $9.5 million facility in Gadsden, AL.

Industries save money by switching to "Direct to Metal" coatings (11/16/2005) With the rising cost of labor and raw materials, Direct to Metal coatings that actually work just seem to make good sense.

Coating Solutions for Corrosive Environments (11/8/2005) High performance coating solutions for the toughest corrosive environments around the globe. When choosing a coating system for corrosive environments, think “high solids”.

Rigid Implements Its New Builder Recruitment Program (4/28/2005) (Houston, March 21, 2005) - Rigid Building Systems recently implemented its Authorized Builder Program.

Rigid Building Systems Expands its Western Regional Office in Denver, CO (2/18/2005) February 14, 2005 - Rigid Building Systems expands its Western Regional Office in Denver, CO. Announces Staff Additions

Harrismith Galvanizing & Steel Products (2/18/2005) We are opening a Hot-Dip Galvanizing and Lip Channel and Purlin manufacturing plant in Harrismith, South Africa in April, 2005. This will be the first Galvanizing and Purlin and Lip Channel factory in the Free State Province.

Common sense to remember when purchasing your metal building systems and services online (1/17/2005) I am now receiving more requests for jobsite metal building systems analysis, consultation and consulting directives than ever before in my 23 years of metal building erecting.

PRESS RELEASE Posted 7/29/03: Wire Glass Declared Safety Hazard in Doors (9/17/2004) A common accessory used in commercial doors, wire glass, has been outlawed by the National Glass Association in all non-fire rated doors following a CSPC report.

PRESS RELEASE Posted 3/31/03: Dominion Building Products Introduces Windstorm Approved Doors (9/17/2004) Dominion Building Products, the the leading steel door and aluminum window supplier to the Metal Building Industry for two decades, has successfully tested and passed 4 door lines with various windstorm and impact resistance requirements for metal buildings.

Wolverine Building Receives 25th Million Dollar Builder Designation (9/15/2004) Grand Rapids – (September 14, 2004) Wolverine Building, Inc. has been named Million Dollar Builder by the Buildings Division of Butler Manufacturing Company, the world leader in the development and manufacture of metal building systems.

The KleenKutter by CTTI (8/17/2004) Core Tech Tools, Inc. (CTTI) would like to introduce the "KleenKutter" (pat. pending), our new tool.

WeatherBloc Thermal Insulating Coating (6/1/2004) This is a new product called WEATHERbloc. It is an insulating system for metal buildings, as well as other structures. The energy and cost savings is unbelievable

License Your Contracting Company Anywhere in the U.S. (5/28/2003) HVAC Company has introduced a unique database service that gives HVAC/R, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, and General Contractors a low-cost means of competing for business from major accounts throughout the country

SteelMaster - Buildings that Reflect your True Nature (2/18/2003) SteelMaster was founded by a group of Virginia Beach businesspeople, including Rhae Adams, Sr., in February 1979. Originating in the southeastern United States, SteelMaster spent its early years developing designs and specifications that would satisfy the agricultural and residential markets such as hay and animal shelters as well as small shops and garages.

Online Alternative Dispute Resolution (12/6/2002) Online dispute resolution offers practical risk management solutions for businesses, regardless of size. A progressive decision maker should be aware of the options available with this valuable resource.

LSS Metal Buildings (10/10/2002) We wanted to inform you of the new addition to our company (Livingston and Son Services, LLC), which is LSS METAL BUILDINGS. We would like to have the chance to provide your company the buildings you need.

QUESTWare Family of Products (10/10/2002) Providers of software products designed to track projects, quotes, photographs, billings and more.

Classic Products, Inc. (10/10/2002) Classic Products, Inc. was founded in 1980 with the acquisition of several established building product lines from a well-known and respected metal company. Over the years, we have grown consistently, developing and adding new products to our repertoire.

Aircraft Hangar Cooling (10/9/2002) Save Heating Costs, Improve Comfort with Large Fans. An added benefit: Birds and bugs leave

Industrial Holdings, Inc. (9/7/2002) Industrial Holdings, Inc. (IHI) provides Corporate real estate users as well as Individuals and their brokers with a centralized, single point of contact for Build - to - Suit Lease (BTSL) Development Services.

You Said It! (9/4/2002) A collection of submissions from our readers.